Oyo lawmaker, representing Ibadan North State Constituency 1, Hon. Olufunke Comforter Olajide, has extended her heartfelt felicitations to a distinguished statesman and revered PDP leader per excellence, Baba Ismaila Ashipa Osuolale, on the joyous occasion of his 72nd birthday anniversary. Hon. Comforter described Baba Ashipa as a man of deep wisdom, unwavering loyalty, and unmatched…
There was panic on Monday night at Government Girls College, Maiduguri, after students suddenly ran out of their hostels, claiming they had seen “men in black with face masks.” The incident happened around 8:25 pm as frightened students rushed into nearby streets, many still in their hostel clothes. Security operatives were immediately deployed to the…
Residents of Anambra State, particularly in Onitsha and Nnewi, have continued to observe the Monday weekly sit-at-home despite the conviction and imprisonment of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. Business activities, schools, banks, hospitals, and government offices remained closed, while roads were largely deserted, reflecting the anger and solidarity of the people…
Uche Okirie, a UK-based Nigerian student, was stabbed to death in the early hours of Saturday by a Congolese suspect, a report by the Norfolk police has confirmed. Colleagues of Mr Okirie told Peoples Gazette they had identified him but were struggling to reach his family in Nigeria. The Norfolk police also appealed to UK…
Wendy Shay hosted the Shay Concert 2025 with a bang, with the roar of over 100,000 fans drawing all eyes to West Hills Mall over the weekend. Amidst glimpses, clips from the concert also showed different exploits has people embraced the moment to enjoyed fun. The Weija West Hills Mall witnessed one of its largest…
Following a recent surge in insecurity that has unsettled communities across the region, governors of the Southwest states, operating as the Southwest Governors’ Forum, have stated their demand for state Police. They declared that establishing State Police “can no longer be delayed” and officially unveiled a new regional security architecture designed to protect lives and…
The Director General, Department of State Services (DSS), Oluwatosin Adeola Ajayi, has ordered the release of Kenneth Okechukwu Nwafor, arrested in July 2022 over alleged links to the proscribed Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB). Nwafor, from Isuikwuato LGA in Abia State, was awarded N5 million as compensation for his wrongful arrest and is entitled to…
Inspector General of Police (IG), Kayode Egbetokun, has responded to recent reports of bandits seeking peace deals and ongoing attacks on police officers, emphasizing a balanced approach of encouraging surrender while maintaining law enforcement. Addressing the issue of bandits coming forward for amnesty, Egbetokun said the police would not shut the door on those willing…
The Ogun State Ministry of Justice has announced that it is expediting the prosecution of TikTok Content Creator, Ademola Abiodun, popularly known as DJ Chicken, following a series of road traffic incidents that have raised public safety concerns. The announcement relates to the incident on November 1, 2025 in Sagamu, Ogun State, where Abiodun crashed…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has issued a strong warning to politicians planning to manipulate the 2027 governorship election in the state. The governor also declared that anyone attempting to rig the polls “will be met with madness.” In a viral video circulating on social media on Monday, the governor cautioned political actors against plotting…