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Hajj 2023: Hajj Reporters Deploys Team To Monitor Pilgrims’ Officials, Service Providers In Saudi Arabia
The Independent Hajj Reporters (IHR) has set up a 5-man team that will monitor the activities of appointed hajj officials and service providers to Nigerian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia.
The team will work with the Inspectorate and Evaluation Committee of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), the IHR National Coordinator Ibrahim Muhammad said...
15th Coronation Anniversary: Timi To Install Ex Army Chief, Dambazau Jagunmolu Of Ede
As part of the activities lined up to commemorate the 15th Coronation Anniversary of Oba (Dr) Munirudeen Adesola Lawal, Agbale Laminisa 1, the Timi of Ede land, Osun state, the Monarch will confer on Lt. Gen. Abdulrahman Bello Dambazau, former Chief of Army Staff and former Minister of Interior, the esteemed title of Jagunmolu of Ede land.
AAUA Holds Seminar On Sanctity Of Examination Result Processing, Record Keeping
In a bid to bolster its service delivery to students and alumni in terms of processing of results and other academic records, Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, held a seminar for both its academic and non-academic staff.
The seminar, tagged, “Sanctity of Examination Result Processing and Record Keeping”, was...
Fuel: We Are Sending Out Taskforce To Monitor The Situation – Akeredolu
Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has warned petroleum marketers and owners of fuel stations in the State against hoarding the Premium Motor Spirit (PMS).
A statement on Wednesday by Richard Olatunde, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, further quoted Governor Akeredolu has directing the Governor's Task Force to move around the State and...
Breaking: Rahman Adedoyin, Owner Of Hilton Hotel, Ile-Ife To Die By Hanging Over Death Of OAU Student
Justice Oyebola Ojo, Osun State Chief Judge, on Tuesday sentenced Dr Rahman Adedoyin, to death by hanging.
Justice Ojo had earlier ruled that Adedoyin, owner of Hilton Hotel, Ile-Ife, where Timothy Adegoke, an OAU postgraduate student was allegedly killed was culpable of murder.
In her ongoing judgement, Justice Ojo said the...
No Work No Pay: FG Was Right – Court Rules Against ASUU
The National Industrial Court has upheld the no work no pay rule by the Federal Government in the suit filed against the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).
According to the court, the no work no pay rule enforced by the Federal Government against members of ASUU who went on strike last year is...
Ownership Crisis: DSS Prevents EFCC Staff From Entering Lagos Office
Officials of the Department of State Service (DSS) on Tuesday morning prevented officials of the anti-graft agency, EFCC, from gaining access to the latter’s Lagos headquarters in Ikoyi, Lagos.
As of the time of this report, all the EFCC officials at the office in Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, were prevented from accessing the building by...
Opinion: Bola Tinubu, oun t’o lóó dà lo dà yìí o By Lasisi Olagunju
The 2023 presidential election in Nigeria is not the worst in human history. That dubious reputation belongs in Liberia where, in 1927, the then President Charles D.B. King scored 234,000 votes out of a total of 15,000 registered voters. The victor was also kind enough to give his opponent 9,000 votes as a mark of fairness and...
Tinubu-Shettima: Nigeria Now In Safe Hands – Sam Aroge
The Director General of Life Abundant Ambassadors Foundation Deacon Sam Aroge has given an insight into what the ascendancy of the duo of Tinubu and Shetima to the seat of power means for Nigeria and Nigerians.
After the much awaited inauguration ceremony for the new president and his deputy took place at the Eagle...
AIT Founder, Raymond Dopkesi Dies At 71
The founder of the African Independent Television (AIT), Chief Raymond Dopkesi is dead.
Chief Dokpesi died at age 71.
Read below the full statement from his family.
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of High Chief Raymond Aleogho Anthony Dokpesi...
Breaking: Chelsea Appoint Mauricio Pochettino
Chelsea football club, has appointed Mauricio Pochettino on a two-year contract, with an option of a further year.
Full Text: Address Of Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu
FIRST INAUGURAL ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU 29 MAY 2023
THE NIGERIAN IDEAL
My Fellow Citizens,
I stand before you honoured to assume the sacred mandate you have given me. My love for this nation is abiding. My confidence in its people, unwavering. And my faith in...
Breaking: Tinubu Announces End Of Fuel Subsidy
Bola Tinubu, Nigeria's President says an end to fuel subsidy is here.
Tinubu, disclosed this while making his official address to Nigerians after he was sworn-in, as Nigeria's 16th president.
He said the removal of the subsidy is due to the fact that it was not captured in the 2023 budget.
Inauguration: Again, Akeredolu Urges Tinubu To Fix Defects In 1999 Constitution To Have A Successful Tenure
The success recorded at fixing the basic defects in the 1999 Constitution, as amended, will determine, largely, the pattern and the depth of the deliberative governance designed to achieve development.
These were the words of the Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu in his message to new Nigeria President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as he was...
NDDC Commissioner, Gbenga Edema Optimistic Tinubu’s Inauguration Will Birth “Renewed Hope” For Nigeria
The Commissioner representing Ondo state on the governing board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Hon. Gbenga Edema, has felicitated Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on his inauguration as President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces, Federal Republic of Nigeria.
While commending the new president on his resilience in fulfilling his...
Breaking: Bola Ahmed Tinubu Takes Oath Of Office As Nigeria’s President (Updated)
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken the oath of office as the new President of Nigeria.
He is the 16th President of Nigeria.
The oath of office was conducted by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola at exactly 10.40AM.
Mr Tinubu was accompanied by his wife, Remi...
Lagos Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu Unveils Official Portrait For Second Term
The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has unveiled his new official portrait ahead of May 29th inauguration for the second term in office.
In a statement released on Sunday and signed by his media adviser, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, the new portrait, which is expected to be hung in all government and non-government...
Children Are Blessings From God – Ondo Majority Leader, Ogunmolasuyi Celebrates with Children On Children’s Day
…Urges Parents to prioritize home training and proper education
As Children’s Day is celebrated across Nigeria, the ODHA majority leader, Honourable Oluwole Emmanuel Ogunmolasuyi, has extended wishes and hope for every child. As a father who adores his own children, he stresses the importance of parents living up to their responsibilities and training them...
Owa-Ale Hosts Ikare Children At Children’s Day, Pledges To Support Education Of Indigent Pupils
By Adeboye Ado
As part of his visions to foster good relationship among his subjects, the Owa-Ale of Ikare-Akoko, Oba Adeleke Adegbite-Adedoyin II, on Saturday 27th May, 2023, organized a memorable Party for children from across various part of the town to mark this year's Children's Day celebration.
Ondo: Visually Impaired Man Sustains Injury After Falling Into Gutter. Blind Association Calls On Govt To Intervene
The need to cover all public gutters in sensitive and volatile areas in Ondo State has been stressed after a visually impaired man fell inside a gutter.
The man named Mr. Babatunde Kareem suffered a life-threatening injury on Monday 22nd of May 2023 as a result of the incident. He fell inside the gutter,...
Don Identifies Time Management As Recipe For Productivity In University
The need to develop effective time management skills that would serve as recipe for higher productivity in an institution has been stressed.
A University Don at the Federal University, Oye Ekiti, Prof. Patrick Oladele, stressed this on Thursday at the second lecture series of the College of Social and Management Sciences (COSMAS), Achievers University,...
Akeredolu On Children’s Day: Investment In Education, Health, Infrastructure Is To Secure Our Children’s Future
Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, says his administration is committed to programs and policies that will secure the lives and future of Children in the State.
Governor Akeredolu, in his 2023 Children’s Day message, through his Chief Press Secretary Richard Olatunde said deliberate investment in Education, Health, and Infrastructure will have fruitful effects on...
Children’s Day: NDDC Commissioner, Gbenga Edema Identifies With Children, Says No Goal, Dream Too Big To Achieve
The Commissioner representing Ondo State on the governing board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Hon. Gbenga Edema, has urged children in Ondo State and the country to endeavour to focus on their dreams and goals towards becoming future change-makers in society.
While celebrating the youngsters on the commemoration of this year's Children's...
AAUA Public Lecture: Akinterinwa Proffers Solutions To Insecurity, Terrorism
A Don and security consultant, Prof. Bola Akinterinwa, has said that the war on terrorism, banditry and other forms of insecurities would only be won if the Federal Government can ‘uproot the domestic pillars of terrorism, stop the growth of terrorism and declare a total non-partisan war on the use of terror, lay a new foundation for...
Nigeria Air Lands In Abuja
A flight belonging to Nigeria Air has touched down at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.
Daily Trust had reported that the flight which took off from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, was getting set for the journey to Nigeria’s capital city.
Two days ago, Daily Trust had reported how the promise...
Supreme Court Strikes Out PDP’s Suit On Shettima’s Double Nomination
The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a suit by the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, challenging the alleged double nomination of the vice president-elect, Kashim Shettima.
Upholding the decisions of lower courts that the PDP lacked the locus standi to institute such a case, Justice Adamu Jauro noted that the PDP acted as meddlesome interloper...
Ondo: What You Need To Know About Environmental Sanitation Holding Tomorrow Saturday
The May edition of the monthly environmental sanitation exercise holds across Ondo state tomorrow, Saturday, May 27th, 2023.
A statement by the General Manager of the Ondo State Waste Management Authority, Mr. Adefola Omowole, said in line with the directive of the Commissioner for Environment, Mr Sunday Akinwalire, there will not be restriction of...
AAUA VC Tasks New Student Leaders On Steady Academic Calendar
The Vice Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, Prof. Olugbenga Ige, has urged the leadership of the Student Union to cooperate with the University Management to sustain the peaceful and steady academic calendar of the Institution.
Prof. Ige gave the advice on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at the Inauguration Ceremony of...
NDDC Commissioner, Gbenga Edema Congratulates Olowo On Appointment As Chancellor, Federal Varsity In Jigawa
The Commissioner representing Ondo State on the Governing Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Hon. Gbenga Edema, has hailed the appointment of the Olowo of Owo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye III, as the Chancellor, Federal University of Science and Technology, Bubara, Jigawa State.
Edema noted that the appointment of...
Ondo Majority Leader, Ogunmolasuyi Fetes Olowo Of Owo Over Appointment As Chancellor, FUST, Jigawa State
Ondo State majority leader, Hon. Oluwole Ogunmolasuyi on Thursday celebrated the Olowo of Owo, Oba Gbadegesin Ogunoye III for his appointment as Chancellor for Federal University of Science and Technology (FUST), Bubara, Jigawa State.
Hon. Ogunmolasuyi also known as WEST, in a congratulatory message he signed personally, prayed for more wisdom for the monarch....
ICYMI: Buhari Confers Tinubu With GCFR, Shettima GCON
President Muhammadu Buhari has conferred national honours on President-elect Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima, the vice-president-elect.
Tinubu was conferred with the Grand Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (GCFR) while Shettima was honoured with the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON).
Presidential Election: Atiku, Obi Get 3 Weeks To Present Witnesses As Tribunal Sets Aug 8 For Final Hearing
The presidential election petition court (PEPC) has concluded pre-hearing in all three petitions filed against Bola Tinubu, president-elect.
Tinubu, the standard bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC), was declared as the winner of the February 25 election after scoring 8,794,726 votes.
Aggrieved by the outcome, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)...
Idere-Omotosho Family Appeal To Akeredolu For Township Head Uplift, Infrastructure
The entire Idere-Omotosho land-ownig family of Omotosho town, Osooro kingdom, Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State have appealed to Ondo State governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, SAN, CON, to upgrade the traditional head of their community to a third class traditional ruler.
Secretary to the Idere-Omotosho land-ownig family, Pastor Mike Akinwe, made the...
Abike Dabiri-Erewa Reappointed NIDCOM Chairman
The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa for reappointment as the Chairman and CEO of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) for a second term.
President Muhammadu Buhari had written to the Senate requesting that the Upper Chamber confirm her appointment.
In a letter addressed to the Senate on...
We Have Maintained Financial Prudence By Blocking Loopholes – Ondo Finance Commissioner, Akinterinwa
Ondo State Commissioner for Finance, Mr Wale Akinterinwa, says several lost funds have been recovered into the state government’s coffers andaccrued interest paid.
Akinterinwa said Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu's prudent management of resources helped to stabilise the state financially that salaries were paid as and when due.
Speaking in a chat with...
47 Students Who Have Memorized The Entire Quran Graduate In Akure
No fewer than 47 Students of Daru Sunnah Islamic Center, Akure, Ondo State, have completed the memorization of the holy Qur'an.
To this end, a graduation ceremony was organized in their honour at the weekend which was graced by dignatories from far and near.
Prominent among them include the Chief Imam...
Achievers University’s Agricultural Development Goals Commendable – Ogun Commissioner, Odedina
Dr. Samson Odedina, Commissioner for Agriculture in Ogun State on Tuesday commended the management of Achievers University, Owo for prioritizing agricultural development.
Odedina gave the commendation in Owo, Ondo State while delivering the 2023 annual university lecture titled “Agricultural Development And Food Security in the 21st Century Nigeria: Challenges and Prospects".
He...
I’m Suffering From Depression – Ekiti Lady Who Holds First Class Degree But Now A Petty Trader
... she appeals to governments, individuals and organisations for jobs
The dream of Mrs Aderonke Bukola Oniye was to be a celebrated Professor in Finance, but this future Professor is now a petty trader in one of the markets in Ekiti state, southwest, Nigeria.
She did not set out to be...
PDP Destroyed Our Economy – APC Defends Adetimehin’s Comment On Death Of Opposition Parties In Ondo
The recent outburst of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State deserves sympathy from all, including the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), which the opposition party ignorantly attacked. However, there is the need to educate the ailing group, led by Mr. Fatai Adams.
The APC stated this in a statement made available to...
You Goofed For Saying PDP Is ‘Dead’ In Ondo, Peretei Berates Adetimehin
Mr Ade Adetimehin, Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State goofed on Monday, when he claimed his party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has grounded the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State.
Kennedy Ikantu Peretei, State Publicity Secretary, Ondo PDP stated this in a statement made available to newsmen on Tuesday.
Mass Defection: Opposition Parties ‘Dead’ In Ondo – Adetimehin
Ade Adetimehin, the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, says opposition parties in the State are 'dead'.
Adetimehin stated this on Monday on the sidelines of the mega rally held at the Democracy Park, Akure, the State capital, whereby thousands of defectors were received from opposition parties.
Presidential Election: Tribunal Consolidates Petitions Of APM, Obi, Atiku Challenging Tinubu’s Victory
The Presidential Election Petition Court on Tuesday consolidated the three surviving petitions before it.
The three petitions are by the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi and his party, the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and his party.
David Mark’s Daughter, Blessing Onuh Excited As Opponent Withdraw Suit From Election Petition Tribunal
….says its time to focus proactive legislative duties
Honourable Blessings Onuh, daughter of former Senate President, David Mark, has enjoined politicians to resist the culture of filing frivolous petitions that could distract public office holders from delivering the dividends of democracy to the people.
The Lawmaker representing Otukpo/Ohimini Federal constituency on...
Dangote Refinery Will Start Supplying Petroleum Products By July – Aliko Dangote
Aliko Dangote, President of the Dangote Group says the newly commissioned Dangote Refinery will supply its first tranche of petroleum products to the market before the end of July.
The Nigerian billionaire businessman said this on Monday at the inauguration of the 650,000 barrels per day, BPD, integrated refinery project located in the Lekki...
PDP Chieftains, Olumuyiwa Adu, Bode Obanla, ‘Expensive Family’, Others Join APC In Ondo
A former candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2022 House of Representatives bye-election in Akure federal constituency, Olumuyiwa Adu has officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Adu, a legal practitioner joined the APC at an elaborate event held at the Democracy Park, Akure, the Ondo State capital on Monday.
NSCDC Sets Up Special Squad To Protect Schools In Nigeria
By Olusola Odumosu, Abuja.
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has set up a Safe School Special Response Squad (SSSRS) to ensure proper protection of schools across the country.
NSCDC Commandant General (CG), Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi, stated this on Monday at the opening ceremony of a three-day safe...
Breaking: ‘Political Family’ Of Ex Akure Rep Member, Omolafe Expensive Joins APC
The 'political family' of former member, House of Representatives in Akure south and Akure north of Ondo State, Adedayo Omolafe also known as Expensive, have joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the State.
The members of the expensive family joined the APC at an official declaration of some decampees in the State in...
Ondo SWAN Hails Sunshine Stars Super Six Qualification
The Ondo State Chapter of the Sport Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) has congratulated the Ondo State Government, Management, Technical Staff, Players, and Supporters Club of Sunshine Stars of Akure for the club's qualification for the Super 6 Play-Off.
SWAN's congratulatory message is contained in a statement issued on Monday in Akure by its...
UNIMED VC, Adesegun Fatusi, 9 Others Inducted Fellows, Nigerian Academy Of Science
By Temitope Oluwatayo, Ondo.
Prof. Fatusi (L) at the event.
The Vice-Chancellor of the first specialized university of medical and health sciences in Nigeria, the University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo City, Ondo State, Prof. Adesegun Fatusi and 9 other scholars, on Thursday, May 18, 2023, were inducted as fellows...
Just In: Ondo PDP Chieftain, Olumuyiwa Adu Formally Joins APC tomorrow Monday
Barring any hitch, a leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, Olumuyiwa Adu will tomorrow Monday, May 22, formally join the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Adu, who was the PDP candidate in the February, 2022 bye-election for the House of Representatives in Akure South and Akure North federal constituency, will...
Volunteers, Community Service Relevant To Societal Development – Don
By Aminat Adedoja, Ibadan.
The Nigeria National Volunteering Service (NNVS), office of the secretary to the government of the federation (OSGF), has organized a two day Advocacy campaign/sensitization program on volunteerism and national policy on inclusive volunteerism (NAPIV).
The sensitisation programme tagged volunteerism and national policy on inclusive volunteerism for...
UK: New Law Banning Nigerian Students, Others From Bringing Family Over Underway
The United Kingdom is set to announce new restrictions that will most likely stop Nigerian students, other nationalities studying in the UK from bringing their families over.
According to an exclusive report by The Sun UK, this crack down will be annocued this week.
The crackdown will see all masters students...
PEPT: Atiku, Obi To Call 100, 50 Witnesses Against Tinubu, INEC
Atiku Abubakar and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have told the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal (PEPT) that no fewer than 100 witnesses are ready to testify against President-elect, Bola Tinubu and the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
“The petitioners intend to call not more than 100 witnesses.” Chris Uche, Mr Abubakar’s lawyer, told the...
Akeredolu To Tinubu: 1999 Constitution Defective, Let’s Adopt 1963 Own As Veritable Guide
•Says FG Must Divest Itself Of Overwhelming, Self-Imposed Duties
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has identified the law regulating interactions among component units and agencies of the state as the major reason for backwardness in the country.
Governor Akeredolu called on the in-coming Administration of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu to be...
Sultan Warns Against Disruption Of May 29 Handing Over
The President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), Alhaji Saad Abubakar III has warned elements who are bent on disrupting the May 29 handing over, to desist in order not the destroy the country's peace and unity.
Nigeria will witness a new government come May 29, 2023, after the completion...
Summit University, Offa, NSPRI Unite To Combat Post-Harvest Loss and Revolutionize Sweet Potato Preservation
Summit University, Offa (SUN, Offa) has steadily positioned itself as a research-driven and innovation-promoting institution, fostering a culture of academic excellence and cutting-edge discoveries.
The recent visit to the Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute (NSPRI) marked yet another significant milestone in the institution's pursuit of knowledge, innovation, and collaboration.
Under...
Ondo Port: Akeredolu Is A Goal Getter – Olayato Aribo
The Ondo State Commissioner for Agriculture and Forestry, Mr Olayato Aribo has described the state Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, as a goal getter and team player who wants the best for the people of the state through infrastructural initiatives that would create economic growth for the rapid development of the Sunshine State .
Deep Port: Ondo APC Lauds Akeredolu, Calls For Speedy Action
By Alex Kalejaye, Akure.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has rejoiced with the government and residents of the Sunshine State over the approval of a deep sea port by the Federal Executive Council, saying, "It is a dream come true".
Chairman of the chapter, Engr. Ade Adetimehin, also...
Seaport: A Project Started By Agagu Has Finally Seen The Light – PDP Congratulates Ondo State Residents
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State on Thursday congratulated the people of the State, over the Federal Government approval of a seaport project.
This is contained in a statement by Kennedy Ikantu Peretei, the State Publicity Secretary of the party.
On Wednesday 17th May, 2023 at a Federal Executive...
We Discussed Ondo Seaport At Last Diaspora Summit – Dabiri-Erewa Congratulates Akeredolu Over FG’s Approval
By Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Abuja.
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/ CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has congratulated the Ondo state government on the approval of the establishment of a deep sea port inthe state by the federal government.
The NIDCOM boss noted that “Investment opportunities in Ondo“, with aspecial focus on the...
Ondo Seaport: Why Akeredolu Government Should Be Celebrated – Ondo Majority Leader, Ogunmolasuyi
The Ondo State House of Assembly Majority Leader, Hon. Oluwole Emmanuel Ogunmolasuyi, has congratulated Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu for his serious effort towards securing seaport approval for the State.
Honourable Ogunmolasuyi, who is representing Owo Constituency I, expressed the believe that approval is the beginning of good things to come for the state.
Prioritise Regular Medical Checkup – Ondo NAWOJ Tasks Women
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has called for regular medical checkups for women in order to live healthy lives and long enough to reap the fruits of their labour.
The Ondo State Acting Chairperson, Comrade Tola Gbadamosi, made the call on Wednesday, during the association's programme on Women Health held in Akure.
Akeredolu Flags Off Distribution Of Instructional Materials To Schools Today
Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu will today Thursday flag off the distributions of instructional materials to schools in the State.
Bolu Ajijo, Director of Press & Protocol, Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), in a statement said the event will hold at the Mega Primary School, Iro, Akure by 12PM.
Ondo Seaport: NDDC Commissioner, Gbenga Edema Congratulates Akeredolu On FG’s Approval
The Commissioner representing Ondo State on the board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Gbenga Edema on Thursday congratulated the Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on the approval of the Ondo Sea Port by the federal government.
Edema, who is the immediate past Chairman of the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas...
Ondo Seaport: We Are Happy Over FG’s Approval – Akeredolu
Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has described as cheering, the Federal Government's approval of Ondo Deep Sea Port.
Governor Akeredolu, who thanked President Muhammadu Buhari and other members of the Federal Executive Council (FEC), said the approval was an impressive parting gift from the Buhari administration.
The Governor, in a statement...
Time For Akeredolu To Call Amotekun To Order
By Kennedy Ikantu Peretei.
In the last two weeks, the excesses of the Ondo State Security Network, popularly known as Amotekun has drawn tears from the eyes of several families in Ondo State.
In the month of May alone, Amotekun has been responsible for the death of two persons- a final...
Murphy Afolabi: Osun Governor, Adeleke Commiserates With Friends, Families Of Late Actor
Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has reacted with great shock to the news of the demise of a great and illustrious son of the state, a popular nollywood actor, Mr Maroof Afolabi whose death was announced in the early hours of Sunday.
The State Governor through his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed described...
Seun Kuti Granted Bail But To Spend 48hrs In Police Net
The Lagos State Police Command on Tuesday afternoon arraigned Afrobeat musician, Seun Kuti, before Magistrate Adeola Olatunbosun of a Magistrate’s court sitting in Yaba, Lagos State.
A PUNCH report says he was charged with assault on a police officer, an offense contrary to Section 356 of the Nigerian Criminal Code Act.
2023 Reunion: UNIFEMGA Doles Out N9.43m For Scholarship, Grants To OAU Students
No fewer than 120 scholarships and grants totaling the sum of N9.43million was recently doled out to students of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU).
The amount was given to the students at this year's annual reunion of the Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association (UNIFEMGA).
This was contained on a communiqué issued...
Nigerian Jollof Queen, Hilda Baci Sets New Guinness World Record For Longest Marathon Cook In World History
The Nigerian Jollof Queen, Hilda Effiong Bassey also known as Hilda Baci, on Monday morning, surpassed the Guinness World Record for the longest cook-a-thon (cooking marathon).
The former record holder, Chef Lata Tondon set a record of 87 hours and 45 minutes in India in 2019.
Hilda, the Nigerian chef surpassed...
Jesubiyi, New Ondo Police Commissioner Assumes Duty
Taiwo Jesubiyi, the new Commissioner of Police in Ondo State on Monday, May 15, 2023 assumed duty.
Jesubiyi on assumption of duty promised that the command under his watch would combat all forms of crime and criminality in the state with the “fear of God.”
He said the fight against crime,...
Police Assault: Seun Kuti In Police Net
Seun Kuti, singer and son of Fela Kuti on Monday turned himself into the Lagos State Police Command Headquarters, Ikeja.
Seun, who was handcuffed was at the police facility to answer questions in connection with a viral video showing him slapping and assaulting a police officer.
He reported to the police...
Meet Hilda Baci, Nigerian Cook Eyeing Guinness World Record Of Longest Cooking Marathon
Hilda Bassey Effiong, fondly called Hilda Baci, is a Nigerian chef who is on the verge of breaking the record for the Guinness Books of Record World’s longest cooking marathon.
Many Nigerians – on mainstream and social media platforms- have drummed support for Hilda by cheering her on and lending virtual support as she...
Nollywood’s Murphy Afolabi Is Dead
Nollywood actor, Murphy Afolabi is dead.
The Osogbo-born actor died on Sunday in his home after he slipped in the bathroom, sources told newsmen.
Murphy, 49, had a successful career of over thirty years following his debut as a kid actor in Bola Bamigbola (Dagunro)’s Ifa Olokun.
Breaking: Adeyemi College Of Education Gets New Acting Provost
The Governing Council, Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo has approved the appointment of Dr. Abayomi Olufemi Olajuyigbe as the Acting Provost of the College.
A release by the college made available to Precision, noted that his appointment takes effect from Thursday, 11th May, 2023.
Olajuyigbe's appointment comes barely six months after...
Governor Akeredolu To Deliver Adeyemi College of Education 59th Founders’ Day Lecture, May 20
Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu will on Saturday, May 20, 2023 deliver the 59th Founders’ Day Anniversary Lecture of Adeyemi College of Education (ACE) Ondo.
The 59th Founder’s Day Anniversary organized by the Alumni Association in collaboration with the College Management, will witness series of activities.
The weeklong celebration would...
VC Lauds Stakeholders As AAUA Maintains Best State Varsity Status
By Victor A. AKINPELUMI, Akungba Akoko.
The Vice Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria, Prof. Olugbenga Ige, has lauded stakeholders, especially staff, students and alumni, whose relentless efforts have, in no small measure, contributed to the retention of the global rating of the Institution as Best State-owned University in Nigeria.
Respect For Fundamental Human Rights Takes Centre Stage As Ondo NSCDC Trains Personnel
By Daniel Aidamenbor, Akure.
In order to ensure that human rights ethics are consciously developed, maintained and internalized by it's officers and men through constant training and retraining, the Ondo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in collaboration with Nigeria Bar Association organized a one day seminar with the theme:...
Sudan: JAMB Assures Nigerian Student Evacuees Of Completion Of Education In Nigeria
By Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Abuja.
Relief and succour has come the way of Nigerian students being evacuated from the war-torn Sudan as Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, Registar, Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has assured them that the Board will provide necessary infrastructure to enable the students complete their education in Nigerian Universities, if they so...
Update: Why Ondo PDP Would Participate In 2023 Local Govt Election – Fatai Adams
By Abiodun Tadese, Akure.
The People's Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has agreed to take part in the December 16 Local Government election in Ondo State.
The Party Chairman in Ondo State, Hon. Fatai Adams made this known while addressing journalists in Akure.
He said the Party...
Akeredolu Greets Pa Reuben Fasoranti At 97
The Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has congratulated the leader of the Pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, Chief Reuben Fasoranti, on the occasion of his 97th birthday, describing him as a reference point for quality leadership.
Governor Akeredolu, in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olatunde, on Thursday, said Pa Fasoranti...
Breaking: Ondo PDP To Participate In December Local Govt Election
The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, Hon. Fatai Adams says the party will be participating in the December 16, 2023 local government election in the State.
Adams, who disclosed this at a press conference held at the PDP secretariat in Akure on Thursday, expressed optimism that the party will...
Breaking: Akeredolu Rejects APC NWC’s Zoning Plans For 10th Senate, Wants Tinubu To Be Decisive
Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, Governor of Ondo State, on Wednesday rejected the plans by the All Progressives Congress National Working Committee (APC NWC), over the recent zoning arrangement of the party for the 10th senate.
The 10th senate will be inaugurated in June, 2023 and the APC, with the majority members is expected to have the...
Ondo PDP Congratulates Senator Adeleke On Supreme Court Verdict
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Ondo State Chapter, on Tuesday congratulated Senator Ademola Adeleke on his victory at the Supreme Court.
Kennedy Ikantu Peretei, State Publicity Secretary, Ondo PDP in a statement said the victory has affirmed the wishes of the people as the validly elected Governor of Osun State on 16th July, 2022.
Osun: Oyetola Failed To Prove Overvoting Allegation Against Adeleke’s Victory
The Supreme Court on Tuesday affirmed Senator Ademola Adeleke as the duly elected governor of Osun State.
In the lead judgment prepared and delivered by Justice Emmanuel Agim, a member of the five-man panel that presided over the case, the court held that the appellants, Mr Oyetola and the All Progressives Congress (APC),...
Breaking: Supreme Court Affirms Ademola Adeleke As Osun State Governor
The supreme court on Tuesday affirmed Senator Ademola Adeleke as the duly elected Governor of Osun state.
A five-member panel of the apex court held that the court of appeal correctly reinstated Adeleke as governor.
Just In: Akeredolu Returns To Duty. Presides Over Executive Meeting
Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, is currently presiding over the State Executive Council meeting at the Exco Chamber, Governor’s Office, Alagbaka, Akure.
This is according to a statement from Mr Richard Olatunde, the Governor's Chief Press Secretary.
"The meeting is attended by the Secretary...
Akure Airport To Get First Aerotropolis In Sub-Saharan Africa. Project Groundbreaking For Tomorrow Tuesday
The Akure Airport is set to witness the first Aerotropolis in sub Saharan Africa.
This is as the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has concluded arrangements with a private company, Ala Resort Ltd, to develop and transform the Airport.
An Aerotropolis is a city within an airport.
OAUSTECH: Aworinde, Omowole Emerge New Deputy VC, Acting Registrar
The Governing Council at its 48th Regular Meeting held on Friday, 24th March, 2023 has approved the appointment of Prof. David Olaniran Aworinde as the second substantive Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC) of Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), Okitipupa, Ondo State, Nigeria.
Prof. Aworinde, 55, who was born in Ogbomosho, Oyo State, attended...
Ondo Journalist, Saheed Ibrahim Wins 2023 Mandela Washington Fellowship
An Ondo based journalist, Saheed Ibrahim has won the 2023 Mandela Washington Fellowship (MWF) holding in the United States of America.
The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is the flagship programme of the U.S. Government’s Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) for Fellows, between the ages of 25 and 35, who are accomplished...
Ike Ekweremadu To Spend Nearly 10 Years In Prison Over Organ Trafficking
Former deputy senate president, Ike Ekweremadu has been sentenced to nine years and eight months in prison for organ trafficking.
The sentencing was done on Friday at the Central Criminal Court, Old Bailey, UK.
Ekweremadu’s wife, Beatrice, was sentenced to four years and six months in jail, BBC reports.
Breaking: Prince Charles Has Been Crowned King Of The United Kingdom + Photos
Prince Charles Philip Arthur George has now been officially crowned as the new King of the United Kingdom.
The new King who goes by the title Charles III, was crowned at around 12pm at the Westminster Abbey by the Bishop of Canterbury.
Here are photos we're able to track from the...
Olatunde: Akeredolu Has Demonstrated Sincere Commitment To Qualitative Healthcare Service
The Chief Press Secretary to the Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, Richard Olatunde says the Governor has demonstrated sincere commitment to the promotion of qualitative Healthcare service in the state.
The Governor’s spokesperson said the Akeredolu administration has recorded impressive strides, particularly on Maternal and Child Healthcare Services in line with the global...
JABU Appoints Dr Atinuke Akintayo Acting Head Of Mass Communication Department
Dr. Atinuke Olubukade Akintayo has been appointed the acting Head of the Department of Mass Communication, Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun State.
Dr Mrs Akintayo becomes the first female to head the Department. She succeeded Dr Peter Awofadeju.
Until her appointment, Dr Akintayo was member of several committees in the...
At Late Dare Adeboye’s Lecture, Mimiko Tasks Tinubu On Diversity Management, Restructuring
The immediate past governor of Ondo State, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, has asked the incoming federal government of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu to hit the ground running by managing the nation's diversity, her economy and the issues identified as fundamental to a more acceptable and functional structure.
Mimiko, who was the Keynote Speaker at the Change...
Akoko: 1000 Students Enjoy BTO’s N50m Bursary Grant
... Promises More Intervention In The Education Sector
No fewer than 1,000 students in Akoko North East/Akoko North West Federal Constituency have benefited from the bursary scheme worth 50 million initiated by the member representing the constituency, Rep. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.
This was revealed at the bursary disbursement ceremony held on Friday...
Ondo Information Commissioner, Bamidele Ademola-Olateju Marks Birthday With Commitment To Fighting Girl-Child Cause
By Augustine Adeoye
The Ondo state Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Yeye Oba Bamidele Ademola-Olateju has renewed her commitment towards fighting the course of girls-child and women's interest, in order for them to take their rightful positions in the society.
She also promised not to stop...
Days After High Court Asked Him To Vacate Stool, Ondo Monarch Passes On
His Imperial Majesty Oba (Dr) Lawrence Oluwole Babajide, PhD, Bamigbala I, the Oluoke and Paramount Ruler of Okeigbo Kingdom in Ondo State, has joined his ancestors.
This is coming few days after the judgment delivered by a high court in Ondo, on Thursday, 13th April 2023, by His Lordship, Justice Ademola Enikuemehin.
APC: We Know Nothing About The Suspension Of Akogun Omole, Boroffice’s Ally, Party’s Secretary
The All Progressives Congress (APC), has denied its involvement in the purported suspension of a member of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Hon. Akogun Omole and a close ally of Senator Ajayi Boroffice representing Ondo North Senatorial District, Hon. Sunday Agbede (Aijulu).
Also purportedly suspended is the Secretary of the APC in the...
Presidential Election Tribunal To Start Hearing May 8
The Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal (PEPT) has slated Monday, May 8, for the hearing of the petitions challenging the declaration of Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the President-elect.
This means the legal battle by candidates disputing the announced results would resume on that date.
According to Tinubu’s...
Mimiko To Speak At Dare Adeboye Foundation Lecture Tomorrow Thursday
The immediate past governor of Ondo state, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, will deliver the keynote address at the 2023 Change and Development Forum, organized by the Dare Adeboye Foundation, at the Redemption Camp on Thursday, the governor’s Special Assistant on Media and Digital Communications, John Paul Akinduro, has said.
Akinduro said Mimiko will be speaking...
NUC Boss, Abubakar Rasheed To Speak At UNIFEMGA National Reunion May 13
Professor Abubakar Rasheed, National Universities Commission (NUC) Executive Secretary will on Saturday May 13, 2023 deliver the 2023 annual national reunion lecture of the Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association (UNIFEMGA) at Ile-Ife, Osun state.
In a statement by the Chairman Planning Committee of the Reunion, Mohammed Buari and Samsudeen Adenopo, Public Relations Officer,...
Senate Presidency: NASS Legislative Staff Backs Akpabio
The legislative staff of the National Assembly has expressed their enthusiasm for the aspiration of Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio for the Senate President.
In a meeting with the Convener, "The Godswill Project," Femi Odere in Abuja on Monday with representatives of the legislative staff, they said they have come to express solidarity, enthusiasm, and...
10th NASS: Jaji’s Speakership Best Choice For National Cohesion
The race on who becomes the next Speaker of the House of Representatives is on top gear. Over 10 returning Lawmakers have shown interest to taking over from Rt Hon Femi Gbajabiamila. As expected, the choice of who becomes the next Speaker have made the elected lawmakers pitched a lot of interest against...
May Day: Governor Akeredolu Gets ‘Most Workers’ Friendly Governor Of The Year’ Award
Workers in Ondo State under the umbrella of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) have conferred an Award of “Most Workers’ Friendly Governor” on Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON.
The NLC Chairman, Comrade Victor Oladele Amoko and his TUC counterpart, Comrade Clement Fatuase said the Award was in appreciation of Governor...
Mummy’s Place Founder, Dr. Oshin Bags NVMA Excellence in Entrepreneurship & Leadership Award
Dr. ‘Lola Oshin, Proprietress, Mummy’s Place School was on Saturday, honoured with Entrepreneurship and Leadership Award as the Nigerian Veterinary Medical Association, (NVMA) Ondo State chapter marked this year’s World Veterinary Day.
The award according to the organizers is in recognition of her contributions to the development of the society.
2023 Workers’ Day: Ondo APC Appreciates Workers For Industrial Harmony
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has applauded the State workforce for sustaining industrial harmony in the Sunshine State.
The State Chairman, Engr. Ade Adetimehin, in his workers' day message through the party's publicity secretary, Alex Kalejaiye, observed that the unprecedented achievements recorded by the APC-led government could not have been possible...
Community Development: How Ijare Indigenes, Ekiti Varsity Staff Raised Over N2.6m To Reopen Old Ijare-Ikere Road
The old Ijare-Ikere road has been reopened for vehicular movements.
The historic reopening, which took place last week, was credited to the efforts of indigenes of Ijare town in Ifedore local government area of Ondo State and staff of the Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere, Ekiti State (BOUESTI).
Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Dare Aragbaiye, Others Become Fellow Of Owo Anglican Diocese
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Special Adviser to the Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON on Union Matters and Special Duties, Mr Dare Aragbaiye and others have been conferred with the award of Fellows of Owo Anglican Communion.
The Bishop of the Diocese, Rt. Revd Dr...
Ondo: We’ve Spent Over N2m – Family Of Man Who Was Hit By Lyñched ‘Yahoo Boy’ Seeks Donation
Family members of one of the persons hit by an alleged internet fraudster (yahoo boy) in Akure on Easter Monday, have appealed to Nigerians to assist them with financial support.
The victim, Abdullahi Bolajoko Ibrahim was one of the four persons that sustained serious injuries after the car of Tope Olorunfemi (who was later...
Ondo Majority Leader, Ogunmolasuyi Extols Leadership Qualities Of Departed Ipele Monarch
The transition of Oba Victor Oluwaseugn Aganun (Iredokun 1), the 19th Olupele of Ipele land, came as a shock as the king was still sound and agile. However, it is understandable that the king has lived a glorious life and has achieved what any royal ruler would have hoped for. Thus, Honourable Oluwole Emmanuel Ogunmolasuyi wishes to...
Sanwo-olu, Aragbaiye, Olugbo, Others To Get Anglican Diocese Fellowship Awards Tomorrow Saturday
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Special Adviser to the Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON, on Union Matters and Special Duties, Mr. Dare Aragbaiye are among other eminent Nigerians to be conferred with the Fellowship Award of Owo Anglican Diocese tomorrow, Saturday, April 29, 2023.
Others on the list...
ICYMI: How FG, UN, World Bank, NDDC Can Intervene In Ocean Surge Affecting Ondo Community
... As Lawmaker Akinruntan moves motion to save Ayetoro, others
The Ondo State House Of Assembly has challenged the United Nations, World Bank, the Federal Government as well as the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to immediate deploy modern technology to rescue Ayetoro and other communities that are being submerged by ocean surge in...
Environmental Sanitation: Why There Won’t Be Movement Restriction In Ondo
The April edition of the monthly environmental sanitation exercise holds across Ondo state on Saturday, April 29th, 2023.
A statement by the General Manager of the Ondo State Waste Management Authority, Mr. Adefola Omowole, said in line with the Commissioner for Environment, Mr Sunday Akinwalire's directive, there won't be restriction of human and vehicular...
Akeredolu’s Aide, ‘Bunmi Ademosu Bags IION Title For Demonstrating Strong Character, Leadership as Ondo N-SIP Tops Rank in SouthWest
…Emerges 2nd Across States of the Federation as Most Ethically Responsible Office
…"I am determined to continue to cause positive change" - Dr. Ademosu
The Special Adviser to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu on Public & Intergovernmental Relations, Dr. Mrs 'Bunmi Ademosu on Thursday, bagged the highest honour as Integrity Icon of Nigeria...
10th NASS: Northern Group Wants Tinubu To Back Jaji For Speaker, House Of Reps
A civil society organisation, Northern Youths for Good Leadership and Governance (NYGLG) has told the President elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu that the member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) representing Kaura Namoda/Birnin Magaji Federal Constituency in Zamfara State Hon Aminu Jaji is the most suitable to occupy the position of Speaker of the 10th Assembly.
Group Wants Tinubu To Retain Interim Administrator, Presidential Amnesty Programme, Barry Ndiomu
A Niger Delta group, known as the Coalition of Niger Delta Civil Society Groups on Wednesday passed a vote of confidence on the interim administrator at the Niger Delta Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP).
The group, which cut across the entire Niger Delta States in Nigeria, made the disclosure at a press briefing in Akure,...
Suspects Involved In The Murder Of ‘Yahoo Boy’ In Akure Arraigned In Court
Five persons suspected to have lynched a 25-year-old driver, Temitope Olorunfemi, were yesterday tuesday docked at an Akure Chief Magistrate Court, for alleged murder.
The suspects; Victor Amos, 30; Ismalia, 32; Pelumi Farotimi, 42; Nurudeen Kumuyi, 22 and Samuel Olatunji, 23, were arraigned on three counts of felony, unlawful murder and arson in charge...
Annual Leave: Governor Akeredolu Shifts Resumption Date To May Day
Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, who is currently on his annual leave will no longer resume on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 as earlier scheduled and announced.
This is due to the 2-day public holidays observed in celebration of the Eid-el-fitri which marked the end of Ramadan.
Consequently, Mr Governor will now...
Just In: Taiwo Jesubiyi Is New Ondo Police Commissioner
Taiwo Jesubiyi has been announced as the new Commissioner of Police in Ondo State.
This was disclosed by the Police Service Commission (PSC) on Tuesday after the approval of the deployment of new Commissioners of Police (CPs) for 11 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Mr Ikechukwu Ani, the Head...
Ondo Speaker, Bamidele Oleyelogun, Two Others Arraigned By EFCC Over Alleged Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday arraigned the speaker, Ondo State House Of Assembly, Bamidele Oleyelogun before the state High Court in Akure over alleged fraud.
The arraignment marked the beginning of Mr Speaker's trial.
Also arraigned before the court, were the lawmaker representing Akoko South-West Constituency 2,...
Sudan: Stay Calm, Remain Indoors, We’re Yet To Get Final Approval To Commence Evacuation – FG Tells Students
As the crisis in Sudan rages on, the federal government has warned Nigerian students awaiting evacuation to stay calm, be indoors and disregard information about the process of evacuation that is being circulated online.
A circular by the Nigerian embassy in Sudan issued on Sunday, noted that the federal government is working towards getting...
Ondo LG Poll: Apalowo Thalis Joins Akoko NE Chairmanship Race, Harps On All-Inclusive Government
A former Legislative Aide to Rep. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Apalowo Thalis has declared interest to run for the position of Chairman in Akoko North West Local Government area on Sunday.
In his declaration speech, Apalowo promised to run an all-inclusive government to ensure the local government works for the people.
The speech...
Eid-il-Fitri: NIEPA DG, Prof. Olivet Jagusah Reinforces Institute’s Commitment To Nation’s Educational Growth
By Bodunde Tenabe
ONDO CITY – The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of National Institute for Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA NIGERIA), Ondo has felicitated with the staff of the Institute on the occasion of Eid-El-Fitr celebration.
Prof Olivet Jagusah also urged Muslim faithfuls in the Institute and Nigeria...
Ondo’s Grand Mufti, Sheikh Batuta Thanks Allah Over Peaceful Eid-il-Fitr Celebration, Lauds Govt
Grand Mufti of Ondo State, Alhaji Dr Sheik Surajudeen Batuta, on behalf of Muslims in Ikare-Akoko, has expressed gratitude to the Almighty Allah over a crisis-free Eid-el-Fitr celebration.
This was contained in a message he personally signed and made available to Journalists in Akure today.
He particularly...
Eid-il-Fitr: Ondo APC Celebrates With Muslims, Drums Support For Political Process
The Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has rejoiced with Muslims of the State on the occasion of Eid-il-fitr.
This is contained in a statement issued by Alex Kalejaye, Publicity Secretary of Ondo State APC.
The statement noted that the State Chairman, Ade Adetimehin, commended them for the...
Planes Packed At Airport Were Burnt. Evacuating Nigerian Students Risky Now – Abike Dabiri-Erewa Gives Update On Sudan Crisis
The Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Hon Abike Dabiri-Erewa has said while the Nigerian Mission in Sudan and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), have put in place arrangements to evacuate Nigerian students and other Nigerian citizens stranded in Sudan, the tensed situation makes it gravely risky and impossible for any flights at this point in time.
Eid-il-Fitri: Ondo Majority Leader, Ogunmolasuyi Appreciates Muslims In Owo Constituency I
The Ondo State House of Assembly Majority Leader, Honourable Oluwole Emmanuel Ogunmolasuyi, has congratulated the Muslim faithful on their successful completion of Ramadan fasting. Ramadan, an important month and one of the 5 pillars of Islam, is a time for Muslims to get close to God. Honourable Ogunmolasuyi, therefore, congratulates them on their steadfastness.
Eid-el-Fitr: Ondo Rep, Akinjo Greets Muslims, Preaches Peace, Tolerance
The member representing Ilaje and Ese-odo federal constituency of Ondo state in the house of representatives, honorable Kolade Akinjo has felicitated with Muslims in his constituency and across the state on the successful completion of the Ramadan fasting and Eid-el-Fitr celebration.
Akinjo, in a statement he personally signed on friday urged the muslim faithfuls...
Update: Application Deadline Extended For Shola Ilesanmi Solutions Journalism Grant
The deadline for submission of pitches for the Shola Ilesanmi Solutions Journalism Grant for Campus Journalists has been extended till midnight on Sunday April 30, 2023.
The Project Coordinator for the grant, Rahaman Yusuf, made this known at the maiden edition of Shola Ilesanmi Story Clinic held at Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba Akoko (AAUA)...
Eid-el-Fitr: Show Compassion To The Needy – Mimiko
As Muslims across the world celebrate this year's eid-el-fitr, former governor of Ondo state, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, has urged Nigerians to imbibe the lessons from the month-long fasting of Ramadan and show compassion to the less-privileged.
Mimiko in a statement by his Special Assistant on Media and Digital Communications, John Paul Akinduro, said the...
Why We Declared Farming, Hunting At Oluwa Forest Reserve Illegal – Ondo Govt
Forest reserves in Ondo State, like others in Nigeria were primarily created to serve as sanctuaries for endangered species of plants and animals, and to preserve forests for the benefit of mankind. Forest reserves are government owned, and the government of Ondo State declare categorically, that, farming and hunting in its forest reserves are illegal acts. It...
Sudan Crisis: What We’re Doing To Protect Nigerian Students – NIDCOM Boss, Abike Dabiri-Erewa
Hon Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, (NIDCOM), has noted with concern the plight of Nigerian Students in Sudan over the escalation of hostilities between the Sudanese Army and the Paramilitary group-Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The NIDCOM Boss in a statement by Gabriel Odu of Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, NIDCOM, stated...
Eid-il-Fitri: Ondo Acting Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa Felicitates Muslims. Harps On Sacrifice, Peace
The Acting Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa has felicitated Muslims in the State on the auspicious day of Eid-il-Fitri.
Aiyedatiwa in a message on Friday to commemorate the day, urged everyone to toe the path of sacrifice and live in unity.
The statement below:
On behalf...
Updated: Moon Sighted In Nigeria. Sultan Declares Today Friday Eid-il-Fitri
There is a positive sighting of the moon in Nigeria's state of Yobe on Thursday evening, Precision reports.
A member of the country's moon Sighting committee, Jibrin Simwal had earlier on Thursday evening confirmed the development.
"I am currently not in Nigeria, but I just spoke with Sarkin Malamai Sokoto, and...
INEC Speaks On Report That Peter Obi Won Rivers State Presidential Election As Against Tinubu
Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says a report by Premium Times suggesting that the candidate of Labour Party (LP) Peter Obi, won the presidential election in Rivers State and not the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate Bola Tinubu was “prejudicial”.
In the report, the media outfit which was quoted by our medium, Precision, reported...
End Of Fasting: Sultan Asks Nigerian Muslims To Observe Zakatul Fitri, Look For New Moon Thursday
As the 2023 ramadan fasting draws to an end, the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), under the leadership of its President-General and Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, has felicitated the Nigerian Muslim ‘Ummah and the entire Muslim world on the auspicious occasion of the 1444 A.H. ‘Idul Fitr.
The Sultan...
Aladeokun Stool: Akinboro Royal House Drags Ondo Govt, Kingmakers, Others To Court Over Alleged Imposition
The Akinboro Royal House of Alade-Idanre in Ondo State has dragged Ondo State Government, Akinnadeju family, Kingmakers to court over nomination of Akinnadeju family as the next Aladeokun of Alade Idanre.
The family is alleging that imposition of stranger to the stool of Aladeokun would not be tolerated under whatever guise.
Photos: Ondo Govt Meets Motorcycle Operators Over The Murder Of Alleged Yahoo Boy
Ondo State Acting Governor, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Tuesday held a crucial meeting with members of the State Commercial motorcycle operators against jungle justice.
The meeting held at the ODIRS Learning Centre Hall in Akure, was attended by top government functionaries.
The meeting was in connection with the lynching...
ICYMI: INEC Finally Declares PDP Candidate, Fintiri Winner Of Adamawa Governorship Poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Ahmadu Fintiri, governor of Adamawa, as the winner of the state governorship election.
Mele Lamido, the returning officer for the Adamawa governorship election, declared Fintiri as the winner after the collation of the supplementary election results.
The final results showed that Aisha ‘Binani’...
AAUA Organises Orientation Programme For New Students As VC Urges Them To Be Hardworking, Adhere To Laws
New students admitted to various degree programmes of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, for the 2022/2023 Academic Session have been advised to get their acts right and pursue excellence early so as to excel in their academic pursuit.
The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Olugbenga Ige, gave...
APC PCC Directorate Of Diaspora Affairs Mourns Elder Philip Adekunle Oshunlalu
With a heavy heart but in total submission to the will of the Almighty God, we announce the passing of one of our committed and loyal members, Hon. Elder Philip Adekunle Oshunlalu.
The news of this unfortunate and sad incident was broken today to the Directorate by the Director, Directorate...
Breaking: Ondo Police Parade Four Suspects Who K!lled ‘Yahoo Boy’ In Akure
The Ondo State Police Command on Monday paraded four suspects in connection with the killing of one Olorunfemi Temitope in Ijoka, Akure South local government area of the State, last week.
Temitope was killed by the mob who alleged that he was an Internet fraudster (Yahoo Boy), after his car hit no fewer...
Breaking: INEC Suspends Collation Of Adamawa Governorship Supplementary Election
The attention of the Commission has been drawn to a purported declaration of winner in the Adamawa Governorship election by the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) even when the process has clearly not been concluded.
The action of the REC is a usurpation of the power of the Returning Officer. It is null, void and...
Exposed: Results On INEC Portal Show Peter Obi, Not Tinubu, Won In Rivers
The candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, won the 25 February presidential election in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State, South-south Nigeria, according to results uploaded on the INEC Results Viewing Portal (IReV).
Mr Obi’s haul of votes in the area implies he, and not Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives...
Senate Presidency: How Not To Clamour For The Southeast
Femi Odere, convener of The Godswill Project says the current political blackmailing been employed by a section of political actors from the southeast in an attempt to get the senate president won't work.
Mr Odere stated this in a statement issued to journalists on Saturday.
According to him, there is nothing...
Opinion: Of Competence And Olaiya’s Inclusion In Tinubu’s Cabinet
By Kemi Daniels
Professor Abideen Olaitan Olaiya is a member of the APC Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) that secured the victory of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as President -elect of Nigeria. His political trajectory dated back to the mid 90s. He contested for the position of APC National Secretary in 2022, he was the...
Why We Declared Tinubu Winner Despite Not Getting 25% Of Abuja Votes – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says Atiku Abubakar, candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), did not meet the constitutional requirement to be declared winner of the February 25 presidential election.
INEC also defended her decision to declare APC candidate, Bola Tinubu, winner of the election, despite not meeting the 25% of vote...
Imam Yunus Anola To Deliver MSSN Achievers University’s Annual Ramadan Lecture
By Baroka Sanni.
The Chief Imam Ondo State government house, Alhaji Yunus Anola, will tomorrow Saturday, April 15, deliver the annual Ramadan public lecture of the Muslim Students' Society of Nigeria, Achievers University, Owo branch (MSSN, AU).
The lecture is themed "Principles of Good Governance in...
The Shola Ilesanmi Solutions Journalism Grant For Campus Journalists Is Here. See How To Apply
The Shola Ilesanmi Solutions Journalism Grant for Campus Journalists is now receiving applications from campus journalists across the country.
Applicants are required to pitch stories that solve social issues locally or nationally and, send to ilesanmisolutionsawards@gmail.com. Entries close at midnight on Wednesday April 19, 2023.
Shola...
Tinubu-Shettima: Diaspora Directorate Returns N2.4m Unspent Allowance, Submits Report To PCC
The Director of the Diaspora Directorate, Tinubu-Shettima Presidential Campaign Council, Prince Ade Omole on Thursday submitted a 22-page campaign report and 8-page expenditure breakdown on behalf of the Diaspora Directorate to Honourable Christopher Tarka, Deputy Secretary, Presidential Campaign Council (PCC).
The documentation detailed the activities of the Diaspora Directorate during the campaign season...
I Was Hit With A Plank – Mother Of Boy K!lled By Mob In Akure Recounts Ordeal
Mrs Mojisola Olorunfemi, mother of Tope Olorunfemi who was lynched by mob in Akure, the Ondo State capital, on Monday narrated how she escaped death by whisker after the mob hit her with a plank.
The mother also used the opportunity of the occasion to urge the state government to ensure that those behind...
Just In: OAU Don, Taiwo Asaolu Appointed VC, University Of Ilesa
The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has approved the appointment of principal officers for the new University of Ilesa.
The Secretary to the State Government, Hon Teslim Igbalaye issued letters of appointments to the principal officers today in his office.
The SSG who also hosted the appointees in...
At Tribunal, APC Admits Tinubu Forfeited $460,000 In Drug Trafficking Allegation
The All Progressives Congress (APC), says its candidate and President-elect, Bola Tinubu, indeed forfeited the sum of $460,000 to the government of the United States of America, in 1993 following drug trafficking allegation.
It, however, refuted claim that Tinubu was convicted by US as a result of the forfeiture.
It will...
Update: Two Arrested For K!lling ‘Yahoo Boy’ In Akure. To Be Charged For Murder, Arson
Two suspects who allegedly stoned a 35-year-old man, Olorunfemi Tope, to death in Akure have been arrested.
The Ondo State Police Command confirmed this on Tuesday.
Tope was killed by an angry mob for alleged reckless driving leading to a road crash that occurred in the Ijoka Area of Akure, the...
We Will Prosecute Those Involved In The Murder Of Alleged ‘Yahoo Boy’ – Ondo Govt
Ondo State Government on Tuesday cautioned against jungle justice, just as it says it would prosecute those involved in the death of the young man killed in Akure on Monday.
The young man, Tope Olorunfemi, was murdered by mobs who alleged that he was an internet fraudster (Yahoo Boy), after his vehicle hit some...
Buhari Heads To Saudi For 9-day Lesser Hajj As Tenure Ends In 50 Days
Nigeria's President, Muhammadu Buhari will on Tuesday head to Saudi Arabia on a 9-day official visit.
A statement by the Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Mallam Garba Shehu, says the President will be accompanied by his aides.
The visit, which starts from Tuesday, April 11th to 19th,...
MUSWEN: Prince Judge Abdul Jabbar Bola Ajibola’s Demise, A Great Loss To Nigeria
With a profound sense of sadness, we mourn the passing of Judge Abdul Jabbar Bola Ajibola, one of Nigeria’s finest legal minds and former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation. Judge Ajibola was the immediate Past Chairman of the Board of Trustees (BoTs) of the Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN).
2023: Some BVAS Machines Became Malfunctioning Days To Nigeria’s Election But Were Ignored – US Report
Some Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) machines became malfunctioned days to the 2023 general elections in Nigeria, held between February 25 and March 18, but was ignored by officials.
This is contained in a document seen by HumAngle on how the United States Intelligence Community monitored Nigeria’s just-concluded national elections and tracked top-level...
ICYMI: Ondo Residents To Pay N1000 As Education Trust Fund
The Ondo State government has begun levying residents of the state the sum of one thousand naira as part of the strategy to fund the education.
The Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Olusegun Agagu, disclosed on Tuesday, at the unveiling of the State’s Education Endowment Fund (OSEEF) in Akure.
Mr...
No One Can Confirm If He’s A ‘Yahoo Boy’ – Ondo Police Give Update On Ijoka Accident
By Olusegun Hakeem Adebumiti
The Ondo State Police Command have given an update on the accident along Ijoka road in Akure, the State capital.
The accident which happened on Monday morning was earlier reported to have been caused by a young man, whom the people believed was an Internet fraudster (Yahoo...
Breaking: I Am Running In 2024 – Joe Biden Tells Americans
President of the United States of America, Joe Biden, has told the American people that he will be running in 2024 for a second term.
Biden was elected as US president in 2020 after defeating incumbent president, Donald Trump in an election that was marred with violence.
Biden, a democrat,...
Buhari, Tinubu, Atiku Mourn Outstanding Jurist, Prince Bola Ajibola
President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday condoled with the family of former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Prince Bola Ajibola, SAN, who has passed on at 89.
While commiserating with the legal community in Nigeria and worldwide, President Buhari notes that the outstanding lawyer and Eminent Jurist used his God given knowledge, intellect and...
Photos: Ondo Church Where 40 Worshippers Were Killed Reopens For Service
The St Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, where, no fewer than 40 worshippers were killed by terrorists in June 2022, has reopened for service.
The casualty was massive because the attackers threw dynamite into the church besides the assault riffles they shot at the worshippers.
During the special service...
Easter: Reflect On The Life Of Christ – Ondo APC Chairman, Ade Adetimehin Charges Christians
Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Ondo State, Engr. Ade Adetimehin on Sunday celebrated with Christians in the State on the occasion of Easter.
Adetimehin says it is incumbent upon Christians, and all who believe in the death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, to reflect on His virtues and teachings...
Akeredolu Pays Glowing Tributes To Prince Bola Ajibola, International Court Judge Who Died At 89
Prince Bola Ajibola; Tribute to A Law Legend
In today's twenty-four hours news cycle, the universal response to the transition of the Jurist, Prince Bola Ajibola was in the lines of: “… he was 'only' eighty-nine years old?" The sage at the time of his passing had already passed out of history into legend,...
Easter: Atiku, Mimiko Felicitate Christians. Emphasize On Love, Sacrifice, Unity
Former Vice President of Nigeria and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential flag bearer in the last general elections, Atiku Abubakar, has called on Nigerians to emulate the virtues of love and sacrifice which characterised the life of Jesus Christ.
In a message released by his media office in Abuja to mark the Easter...
Breaking: Former Judge At The International Court, Prince Bola Ajibola Is Dead
A former Judge of the International Court of Justice, Hague, Netherlands, Prince Bola Abdul-Jabar Ajibola, is dead.
Prince Ajibola, a Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE), died at the age of 89.
The Abeokuta born jurist was a former Attorney-General of Nigeria.
AAUA Student Murder: Normalcy Has Returned To Akungba As Police, DSS, Others Begin Manhunt For Suspect
Normalcy has returned to Akungba town in Ondo State, following the murder of a final year student of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko (AAUA), Temitayo Ayodeji.
Recalled that the student was stabbed to death by an indigene of the town, who is now at large.
The incident led to the students...
Over 40 Days After Nigeria’s Presidential Election, INEC Yet To Upload Full Results On IReV Portal
By Olusegun Hakeem Adebumiti
It is over 40 days that the Nigerian presidential election was held.
A check on the website of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Friday, April 7, 2023, revealed that the electoral body is yet to upload the full results from the election held on...
Just In: Terrorists Kidnap 80 Students In Zamfara
No fewer than 80 students have been kidnapped in Zamfara State in fresh attack by terrorists in the State.
The attack was reported in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
The children are between the ages of 12 and 17, BBC Hausa reported.
Some parents of the...
2023 Census: Akeredolu Inaugurates Management Committee
The Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, has inaugurated the State population census management committee to monitor the forthcoming census, slated to take place between, Thursday, the 3rd to Saturday, the 5th of May, 2023.
The committee is saddled with the responsibilities of sensitising the people of the state on the need and the...
Breaking: Ex Nasarawa Deputy Gov, Onje Gye-Wado Kidnapped By Gunmen
An ex Deputy governor of Nasarawa State, Professor Onje Gye-Wado, has been kidnapped.
The state Police Public Relations officer, DSP Ramhan Nansel, confirmed this in a press release on Friday.
He said Gye-Wado was whisked away Friday morning when gunmen broke into his residence in Gwagi village of Wamba Local government...
US Diplomat: Tinubu Won Due To His Financial Strength, Other Factors
An American diplomat and a foreign observer in the 2023 general elections, Johnnie Carson, says three factors were responsible for the victory of the President-elect, Bola Tinubu.
Mr Carson, an Executive Officer of the United States Institute of Peace (USIP), spoke in Washington DC when the Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, paid...
Tension As Akungba Indigenes Stab AAUA Student To Death
Akungba, the town playing host to Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba Akoko (AAUA) is currently boiling, following the killing of a student of the institution by some boys, who are indigenes of the town.
The student body of the institution led by its president, Ogunsanmi Kolade (Multiple), and Secretary, Adeyefa Tolulope (Elite), in a statement...
Hijab Case: Court Awards N240,000 Against ISI-UI For Breach Of Filing Procedure
An Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan on Thursday awarded a total cost of N240,000 against University of Ibadan International School Ibadan (ISI) for causing delay in hearing of a suit file by female Muslim students of the school over use of hijab.
It would be recalled that 11 female Muslim students of...
Breaking: It Is Fake – Peter Obi Finally Speaks On Phone Conversation With Bishop Oyedepo
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi says the audio call featuring him and David Oyedepo, the founder of Winners Chapel, is fake.
Obi in a post on Wednesday on his official Twitter handle said “at no time did he ever say, think, or even imply that the 2023 election is,...
For Sale: Ondo Govt Announces Bid For Sunshine Stars, Sunshine Queens
The Ondo State Government has expressed its readiness to sell the state-owned football clubs, the Sunshine Stars and the Sunshine Queens, both of Akure.
While Sunshine FC are currently playing in the Nigeria Professional Football League, the Sunshine Queens are playing in the second division of Nigeria Women Professional Football League.
Court Stops Labour Party’s Chairman, Abure, Others From Parading Selves As National Officers
A Federal Capital Territory High Court has issued an order restraining the National Chairman of the Labour Party, Julius Abure; National Secretary, Farouk Ibrahim and two others from parading themselves as national officers of the party.
Others stopped from parading themselves as national officers are the National Organising Secretary,...
Easter: FG Declares Friday, Monday Public Holidays
The Federal Government has announced that Friday, 7 and Monday, 10, April 2023 will be public holidays to mark the Easter celebrations this year.
This was confirmed in a statement released by the Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, in Abuja.
The statement signed by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Shuaib Begore urged...
Breaking: Obasanjo Asks UK Govt To Show Mercy On Ike Ekweremadu, Wife Over Organ Trafficking Ordeal
Nigeria's former president, Olusegun Obasanjo, has asked the UK government to show mercy on embattled former deputy president of the Nigerian senate, Ike Ekweremadu, his Wife, over the organ trafficking ordeal they are facing in the country.
Ekweremadu and his wife, had been found guilty of trafficking a young Nigerian to the UK by...
CashApp CEO, Bob Lee Stabbed To Death In San Francisco USA
Tech executive and investor who worked on the Android and Cash apps, Bob Lee, has been stabbed to death in San Francisco USA.
The 43-year-old founder was killed at 2:35am on Tuesday when officials were called to the 300 block of Main Street near the entrance of a high-rise, according to DailyMail on Wednesday.
It Is An Affront To Peace – MSSN Condemns Oro Worshippers’ Attack On Ile-Ife Muslims
The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria B-Zone is deeply saddened by the recent attack of Muslims at Idi Omo Mosque, Ilare, Ile-Ife by some members of the Oro worshippers while they were at the Ramadan Tafsir. This attack on the Muslim community is a blatant affront to peace, dignity and humanity. It is...
Just In: Report Of Traffic Glitch At Alagbaka Over Multiple Crash
There is currently a traffic glitch at Iyeoma junction, Alagbaka in Akure, the Ondo State Capital.
The glitch was as a result of a collision between a Hilux vehicle and a Jeep.
A Lexus car which rammed into the crash was also affected by the impact.
Precision...
Breaking: Finland Officially Joins NATO
Finland on Tuesday joined NATO in a historic shift triggered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Finnish Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto completed the accession process by handing over an official document to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken at NATO headquarters in Brussels on Tuesday. The United States Department of State is the repository of...
Just In: FG Accuses Peter Obi, Datti-Ahmed Of Treason
The Federal Government has accused the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, and his running mate, Yusuf Datti Ahmed, of inciting people to violence over the outcome of the Presidential elections.
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed made the allegation in Washington DC, USA, during his official engagements...
Portable Leaves Prison After Perfecting Bail Condition
Singer Habeeb Okikiola also known as Portable has been released from the Ilaro Correctional Centre after meeting his bail conditions.
The Zeh Nation crooner was arraigned by the Ogun State Police Command on a five-count charge bordering on alleged assault and stealing at the Ifo Magistrate Court, Ifo Local Government Area of the state.
Ondo Gets Acting Governor As Akeredolu Goes On Leave
Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, on Monday handed over power to his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, in acting capacity.
The development comes on the heels of Governor Akeredolu's commencement of a 15 - working day vacation starting from Monday, April 3, 2023.
Richard Olatunde, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor,...
Update: Court Sends Portable To Prison Until Bail Conditions Are Met
Habeeb Okikiola, popularly known as Portable was on Monday sent to the prison pending the perfection of bail conditions granted to him by the court on alleged assault.
Portable had earlier appeared in Court after he was arraigned before the Magistrate Court sitting in Ifo in Ifo Local government area of Ogun statee
Breaking: Portable Arraigned In Court
Habeeb Okikiola also known as Portable is currently being arraigned at the high court in Ifo, Ogun State.
Portable, who looks sober in the live video shared by Punch, is being charged for assault by the Police.
He was arrested last week Friday, after he had earlier declined Police invitation.
Driver, Suspected Terrorists Get 5-year Jail Terms In Ondo
A commercial bus driver, Abubakar Aliu his conductor, Aruna Tukur and 15 of his passengers suspected to be terrorists have been sentenced to five years imprisonment by an Ondo State Magistrate Court.
They were jailed after being found guilty of conspiracy and illegal possession firearms.
Other persons...
ICYMI: Chelsea Sack Graham Potter
Chelsea have sacked Graham Potter.
Potter, who spent less than seven months in charge of the English club was sacked in a statement on Sunday evening.
Potter’s dismissal came after Saturday’s 2-0 home defeat by Aston Villa.
It was his 11th defeat in 31 games since replacing Thomas...
Anthony Joshua Returns To Winning Ways Against Jermaine Franklin
Anthony Joshua on Saturday night returned to winning ways with a unanimous points victory over Jermaine Franklin at London's O2 Arena.
Joshua, 33, controlled the contest against the durable American but it was not the explosive early finish many expected.
Two judges scored it 117-111 and one 118-111 to Joshua.
ICPC Arraigns TASUED Lecturer, Olaniran After Demanding Sex To Alter Student’s Results
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has arraigned Dr. Balogun Olaniran, a lecturer at Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), Ogun State.
ICPC disclosed this development via its verified Twitter handle on Friday, saying the suspect abused his position in the school between October and November 2021, when he demanded for...
Gov Akeredolu, Others Bid Late Mama Amole Farewell In Ibadan
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON on Friday joined other dignitaries and eminent personalities to bid late Mama Adewale Amole farewell.
The funeral service for late Amole held at Molete Baptist Church, Challenge, Idi-Odo, Ibadan, was also attended by Judges within and outside Oyo state, politicians, captains of...
Jeje Rhythms Drops New Single “Won Sinwin”
An Award winning blogger cum journalist and highlife musician, Kayode Animasaun, also known as “Jeje Rhythms”has dropped a single titled “Won Sínwín” (Insanity).
The single is coming in less than six months he dropped his last single titled “Ayodeji”.
The new single which drops on 1st of April, 2023 is available...
Ramadan: Ondo Govt House Imam, Yunus Anola To Speak At Al Ameen Lecture In Owo
The Chief Imam of Khaleel Fawehinmi Government House Mosque, As-Shaykh, Yunus Abdullah Anola, will today Saturday, April 1 deliver the second Ramadan lecture of the Association Of Muslim Elites, Al Ameen, Owo.
A statement by the organizer made available to Precision Online Newspaper noted that the lecture will start by 10am.
Just In: Singer, Portable Finally In Police Net
... to spend 72 hours in detention
Following the expiration of a 72-hour ultimatum given to the famous singer, Habeeb Okikiola, commonly called Portable, to turn himself in, the Ogun State police command has arrested the singer for refusing to honour the invitation.
Early on Tuesday, two videos of the musician...
Whatever You Find Yourself Doing, Do It Well – Achievers Ag VC, Irinoye Admonishes Staff
The Ag. Vice-Chancellor of Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State, Professor Omolola Irinoye, has admonished all staff of the University to be the best in whatever they are doing and in every situation they find themselves.
She said this on Thursday at an event by the Registry to send off Adefemi Oyedipe, Deputy Registrar and...
I Stabbed Her Without The Intention To Kill – Chinese Man Who Killed Kano Girlfriend
A Chinese national, Frank Geng-Quangrong, 47 on Thursday told a Kano High Court that he stabbed his Nigerian girlfriend, Ummukulsum Sani, popularly known as Ummita, with a knife.
The defendant, who lives in Railway Quarters Kano is standing trial for culpable homicide.
Mr Frank under cross-examination by the Prosecution Counsel, Kano...
Nigeria’s Debt Profile Hits N46trn – DMO
Nigeria’s total public debt stock as at Dec. 31, 2022 stands at N46.25 trillion (103.11 billion dollars).
This is according to a statement issued by the Debt Management Office, DMO, in Abuja on Thursday.
The DMO said the total public debt stock of the country consisted of the domestic and external...
Seyi Makinde Names Oyo University After Late Gov., Abiola Ajimobi
Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, named the First Technical University, Ibadan, after the immediate past governor of the state, Senator Abiola Ajimobi.
The institution is now known as Senator Abiola Ajimobi First Technical University.
The governor disclosed this during the 2nd Convocation Ceremony of the institution, which held at...
DSS: Some ‘Key Players’ Planning Interim Govt
Some "key players” are planning to install an interim government and stop Bola Ahmed Tinubu from being inaugurated as president.
The Department of State Services (DSS) stated this on Wednesday in a statement by Peter Afunanya, the public relations officer of the secret police.
"The plot includes embarking on violent protests...
Birthday: Tinubu Is Nigeria’s Needed Tool For Development – Akeredolu
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON has described the President-Elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a truly inspirational figure and the most innovative person in the nation’s political history.
Governor Akeredolu, while congratulating the President-Elect on the occasion of his 71st Birth Anniversary, said Asiwaju Tinubu has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to...
Court Orders Ondo Govt To Pay N30m To Man Shot By Amotekun
An Ondo High Court sitting in Akure, on Wednesday ordered the Ondo State Government to pay one Oluwasegun Oluwarotimi the sum of N30 million as damages for the gunshot injuries he suffered in an encounter with operatives of the State Security Network, popularly known as Amotekun Corps.
Oluwarotimi, 36, was an okada rider when...
Ondo Majority Leader, Ogunmolasuyi Sends Birthday Wishes To Asiwaju Bola Tinubu
…..ODHA Majority Leader felicitates with President-Elect…..Express confidence in his mission for Nigeria
It is no doubt that today is the birthday of our able leader and a fighter for democracy, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Indeed, it is a day to behold, and worth celebrating a man...
Muslim Body, MUSWEN Raises The Alarm On Plans To Scuttle Tinubu’s Swearing-In
The Muslim Ummah of South-West Nigeria (MUSWEN), is the umbrella body for all Muslim groups and organisations and the mouth piece of all Muslims in the South West of Nigeria.
We are keenly observing all the on-going stratagems in the political landsape of Nigeria. Most of the evil machinations border on intrigues by partisan...
Ondo: Grandma Who Set Ablaze Own Son, Daughter-in-Law, Grandchildren Is Dead
Iforiti, 73-year-old grandmother who set her middle-aged son, daughter-in-law and two grandchildren ablaze at Aponmu community in Akure South local government area of Ondo State, is dead.
The woman died at the weekend.
The septuagenarian was reported to have sustained some degrees of burns and was taken to the Federal Medical...
Afenifere: 2023 Presidential Election Was Compromised. Insists Peter Obi Won (Full Text)
BEING THE COMMUNIQUE ISSUED AT THE END OF THE MONTHLY GENERAL MEETING OF THE AFENIFERE HELD AT THE RESIDENCE OF OUR LEADER, CHIEF AYO ADEBANJO AT ISANYA OGBO OGUN STATE ON TUESDAY 28TH DAY OF MARCH 2023.
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1.02 The Afenifere held its regular monthly...
PDP Appoints Acting National Chairman Following Ayu’s Suspension
Following the suspension by a court, the National Chairman of the People's Democratic Party, Iyorchia Ayu has been replaced.
He was replaced by Mr Umar Damagum.
Confirming the development, National Publicity Secretary of the PDP, Debo Ologunagba, said the National Working Committee of the Party appointed Damagum, to oversee the affairs...
Oritedi Calls For Consolidation Of Tinubu Support’ Groups
…appreciate their votes for Tinubu
The entire Support groups for Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Ondo State have been urged to consolidate themselves so that they can reap the fruits of their labour.
The Head of the Coalition of Support Groups in Ondo state, who is also a member of the APC...
Adesokan A Patriot, Straightforward Diplomat – Dabiri-Erewa
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) says the late foremost diplomat and defence analyst, Alhaji Rasheed Adesokan, is a true patriot , honest straightforward and trustworthy person
In a condolence message sent to the family of the Adesokan in Ibadan, the NIDCOM boss said the global community as well as the...
Just In: Abacha’s Vice President, Oladipo Diya Is Dead
Lt- General Oladipo Diya (Rtd) is dead
According to Barrister Prince Oyesinmilola Diya, the former military administrator passed on in the early hours of today. Sunday, 26th March 2023.
Born in 3rd of April, 1944 Diya was military Governor of Ogun State after the Buhari-Idiagbon coup of December 31st, 1983.
Plans Are Underway To Plunge Nigeria Into Crisis – DSS Alerts Nigerians
The Department of State Service (DSS), on Saturday alerted the public of plans to violently disrupt peace in the country.
Dr Peter Afunanya, Public Relations Officer of the DSS confirmed this development in a press statement.
DSS warned that those desperate to cause a breakdown of law and order...
Akeredolu Attends Maiden Convocation Of OAUSTECH. Says He Has Spent More On Education
... Salutes Late Olusegun Agagu For Establishing OAUSTECH
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, on Saturday disclosed that his administration has expended huge investment on education in the last six years.
The Governor noted that education is one of the cardinal responsibilities of his administration, saying it is a social debt...
Mansur Alfanla Becomes UNILORIN New Registrar
The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has appointed Mansur Adeleke Alfanla as its new registrar.
Kunle Akogun, UNILORIN’s director of corporate affairs, said this follows the decision of the governing council.
He said Alfanla will be taking over from Fola Olowoleni, the current registrar, beginning in April 2023.
Godday Ighoteguono Appointed Head Of Crest FM, Akure
The Management of Cresthills Media Concepts Ltd has appointed Mr Godday Ighoteguono as the Head of its Akure Station, Crest 106.1FM.
The Chairman, Board of Directors, Prince Ade Adekanmbi, made the disclosure in a meeting with members of staff in Akure, the Ondo state capital.
Related: We Started Crest Media Academy...
Breaking: Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke Can Now ‘Buga’. Wins At Appeal Court
The court of appeal sitting in Abuja has reinstated Ademola Adeleke as the governor of Osun state.
Delivering judgment in the appeal filed by Adeleke on Friday, a three-member panel of justices held that the election tribunal erred when it ruled that the 1st and 2nd respondents (Gboyega Oyetola and the All Progressives Congress)...
Photos From Blockage Of Ogbese Town After Reports Of Kidnapping
Here are photos from the road blockage at Ogbese town axis of Akure-Owo-Benin highway as sent to Precision by Citizen Olubi.
The blockage by residents of the town was due to the kidnapping of some residents by suspected herdsmen on Thursday evening.
The blockage, which was over 4 hours has...
Breaking: Ogbese Axis Of Akure-Owo-Benin Highway Blocked After Reports Of Kidnapping By Herdsmen
The Ogbese axis of the Akure-Owo-Benin highway is currently blocked as residents of the town are protesting the kidnapping of some of the villagers by suspected herdsmen.
Ogbese, is a town in Akure North local government area of Ondo State.
Sources at the scene of the road block told Precision...
Ondo: Statement On Saturday’s Environmental Sanitation Exercise
The March edition of the monthly environmental sanitation exercise holds across Ondo state on Saturday, March 25th, 2023.
A statement by the General Manager of the Ondo State Waste Management Authority, Mr. Adefola Omowole, said in line with the Commissioner for environment directive, there will not be restriction of human and vehicular movement.
Akeredolu Felicitates Ondo Muslims On Commencement Of Ramadan
Ramadan Mubarak To All Muslims In Our Sunshine State
The Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu SAN, CON congratulate all Muslim faithfuls in Ondo State, and Nigeria, as another holy month of Ramadan rolls in. Fasting in the holy month of Ramadan, is one of the five pillars of Islam, that Islam...
Promoted: Boon Akinsade Foundation To Conduct Free Tech Training In Ondo
The Boon Akinsade Foundation has concluded plans for a Free Tech training programme for Ondo Kingdom Youths. The training will start on the 1st of April, 2023 in Ondo City.
This is an intensive training and will last for six months with 10 participants. Certificates will be issued after the training and there will...
Breaking: Ike Ekweremadu Guilty Of Organ Trafficking – UK Court
Former deputy senate president, Ike Ekweremadu, has been found guilty of organ trafficking by a United Kingdom court.
His wife Beatrice, daughter Sonia and Obinna Obeta, a doctor involved in the case, were also found guilty.
The jury found that they conspired to bring the victim to London to exploit him...
Breaking: Muslims In Nigeria To Start Fasting On Thursday After Moon Sighting
Muslims In Nigeria will start the observance of the holy month of fasting, Ramadan after the Moon was sighted on Thursday.
This was announced by the Sultan of Sokoto and President of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, NSCIA, Muhammed Saad Abubakar.
Abubakar said the crescent for the commencement of the...
Aged Woman Sets Son, Daughter-in-Law, Grandchildren Ablaze In Ondo
An aged woman has allegedly set her middle-aged son, daughter-in- law and two grandchildren ablaze
The grandmother identified as Iforiti lives with her son and his family in Aponmu, along Ondo-Akure road.
She was said to have set the house ablaze while the family was asleep, killing three of them including...
Ondo: Suspected Ritualists K!ll Driver, Remove Parts
The corpse of a man whose identity is yet to be known was found in Akure, the Ondo state capital on Tuesday morning.
His corpse has created serious panic among residents of Akure.
Eyewitness said the corpse of the man was dumped and found around Benin motor park in Akure.
Days After Reelection, Sanwo-olu Approves 20% Salary Increment For Workers
Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has approved a 20 percent salary increase for civil servants in the state.
Gbenga Akosile, spokesperson to Sanwo-Olu, said the governor approved the remuneration increment on Monday.
Akosile said the salary review would affect workers in “mainstream public service, local government areas & local council...
Ramadan: Look For New Moon On Wednesday – Sultan Tells Nigerian Muslims
The President of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs and the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Saad Muhammad Abubakar, has asked Muslims to look out for the new moon - signalling the beginning of Ramadan - on Wednesday.
The Sultan made the announcement in a statement issued on Monday by Zubairu Usman-Ugwu, director of...
OAUSTECH Holds Maiden Convocation As 26 Bags First Class
The Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH) in Ondo state has announced that 26 students bagged first class degree ahead of its maiden convocation.
NAN reports that Temi Ologunorisa, the vice-chancellor, broke the news at a briefing in Okitipupa on Monday.
The VC said the convocation, scheduled to hold...
I Will Continue To Serve You – Ogunmolasuyi Thanks Owo Residents On Reelection
... Dedicates victory to Ondo State Governor and Party Leaders
The Ondo State House of Assembly majority leader, Hon. Emmanuel Ogunmolasuyi, has appreciated his constituency members for the massive support in the just concluded Ondo State House of Assembly election.
Hon. Ogunmolasuyi in a statement he personally signed on Tuesday believed...
APC Winning 22 Out Of 26 Assembly Seats Affirms Unshaken Confidence In Us – Akeredolu
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, says the outcome of the March 18, 2023, House of Assembly election in the State as an eloquent testimony to the degree of acceptance of his administration by the good people of the State.
Akeredolu on Monday stated this through his Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olatunde.
DANCO Congratulates House Of Assembly Members-Elect In Etsako Federal Constituency
Tasked Them To Be Good Ambassadors of Etsako People
The House of Representatives- Elect for Etsako Federal Constituency has congratulated all the newly elected Edo state House of Assembly Members-Elect.
This is contained in a statement by Oseni Momodu-Embasssy for the Anamero Media...
Akeredolu Mourns Ex-Ekiti Deputy Gov, Bisi Egbeyemi
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, CON received the news of the death of former Deputy Governor of Ekiti State, Chief Bisi Egbeyemi, with utter sadness.
Akeredolu's condolence message is contained in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olatunde.
The Governor said the demise of the former Deputy...
INEC Declares Seyi Makinde Winner Of Oyo Guber Poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Seyi Makinde, winner of the Oyo state governorship election.
Seyi, who is the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) was successfully re-elected in the election which took place on Saturday.
Makinde secured 563,756 votes to clinch victory, while Teslim Folarin of the...
APC Clears 22 Out Of 26 Seats In Ondo Assembly
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won the majority of the seats in the Ondo state house of assembly.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced the results of the state assembly elections on Sunday.
The APC won 22 of the 26 constituencies, while the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) won the remaining...
Explainer: Ondo Women Seeking Elective Positions Increased In 2023 Elections
By Dupe Isename
Women participation in politics has often been a topical issue especially during election period with stakeholders advocating increased women participation in political activities and appreciable slots for women in the country's political space.
Dupe Isename
In this special feature, Dupe Isename examines how well...
Wahab Bankole Bows Out Of Ondo SWAN After 4 Years. Gives Scorecard
CAPACITY BUILDING
At a special retreat held at Smoking Hills Golf Course, Members got refreshed on the rudiments of the game of golf and reportage.
Also, during his life time, Late Ayo Ogedengbe delivered several papers on issues of national development and roles of the sporting profession...
Former Akure NBA Chairman, Olorunfemi Sues Sahara Reporters Over False Publication
A-One-Billion Naira libel suit has been filed against Saharareporters, an online news medium over false and malicious publication concerning the immediate past Chairman of the Nigeria Bar Association, NBA, Akure Branch, Mr Rotimi Olorunfemi.
In the suit, a copy made available to newsmen in Akure, Ondo State capital, Saharareporters was alleged to have in...
Don’t Disrespect Us – Fani-Kayode Fumes Over Failure Of US President To Congratulate Tinubu
The All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council (APC PCC) has asked the United States President, Joe Biden, to “pick up the phone and add his voice” in congratulating the president-elect, Bola Tinubu.
The APC Council Director of New Media, Femi Fani-Kayode, stated this on his Twitter handle, adding that Nigeria deserved no less from...
Dr. Ajoritsedere Awosika Covers Gleetz Magazine 20th Edition
Gleetz Magazine has announced the release of its 20th edition themed “The Rebirth”. The edition has the amiable Dr. Ajoritsedere Awosika’s gracing its cover page. Gleetz Magazine highlighted the platinum jubilee celebration of Dr. (Mrs.) Ajoritsedere Awosika, a well-respected figure in business and administration who has held leadership roles in renowned organizations and ministries in Nigeria. The...
Breaking: Achievers University’s Mass Communication Department Gets Full NUC Accreditation
The Department of Mass Communication, Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State, has gotten full accreditation status from the National Universities Commission (NUC).
This development is contained in a letter from the NUC signed by its deputy director, programme accreditation, Arc S. S. Ikani and obtained by Precision Online Newspaper on Tuesday.
In...
Ondo PDP: Those Defecting To The APC Have Never Been With US
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Ondo State Chapter says it received reports of some politicians in the party defecting to the APC.
Kennedy Ikantu Peretei, State Publicity Secretary of the PDP in a statement on Monday, noted that the politicians who defected, were never with the party, as they are known for such...
NGO Stresses Importance Of Mentorship, Innovation For Career Success
The Nasir Giwa Mentorship Platform (NGM), a Lagos-based NGO, is providing a clear path towards a successful career for undergraduates, professionals and business owners.
Rising from its maiden annual conference, themed "Promoting Innovative Leaders of Tomorrow," the parley emphasised on the need for students and professionals to aim high...
We’ve Uploaded Over 170,000 Polling Unit Results To IReV Portal – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday said over 170,000 polling unit results of the February 25 presidential and National Assembly elections have been uploaded on its Result Viewing Portal (IReV).
The Commission also said the reconfiguration of the Bimodal Voter Registration Systems (BVAS) would be completed by Tuesday in preparation for the...
Lagos Train Crash: BRT Driver, Osinbajo Hospitalised After Passing Out In Police Custody
The Lagos staff bus driver who reportedly caused Thursday’s train accident at PWD railway crossing has been hospitalised.
Oluwaseun Osinbajo was said to have been rushed to the hospital on Saturday after he allegedly passed out in custody.
It was learnt that he suffered internal bleeding on the day of the...
Chinese Man Who Killed Kano Girlfriend Says He Didn’t Intend To Kill Her
A Chinese National, Mr Frank Geng-Quangrong, 47, on Thursday, told a Kano High Court that he never intended to kill his Nigerian girlfriend, Ummukulsum Sani, aged 22.
Frank, who lives at Railway Quarters Kano is being charged with a culpable homicide offence that contravenes the provisions of Section 221(b) of the Penal Code.
Train Accident: Lagos Arrests Driver Of BRT Bus
The Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice in Lagos State, Mr. Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN), has revealed that the Driver of the BRT bus, Remi Osibanjo, involved in the Train accident that occurred on Thursday has been arrested, and detained for further investigation by the Railway Police Command Headquarters, Ebute-Metta, Lagos.
A statement signed by Mrs....
Akeredolu Begins Construction Of Memorial Park In Honour Of 40 People Killed In Owo Church Attack
File photo: Coffins of the slain victims during their funeral service in Owo.
Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has commenced the construction of a befitting Memorial Park in honour of the 40 slain victims of the June 5 horrific attack at St Francis Catholic Church, Owaluwa street, Owo.
Governor...
Omogbehin Appointed FEDPOLEL Acting Rector
Sequel to the expiration of the two-term tenure of the pioneering Rector of Federal Polytechnic, Ile-Oluji, Ondo, State, Prof. Emmanuel Fasakin, on 10th March, 2023, the Institution's Governing Council has appointed Mr Samson Adehuga OMOGBEHIN as the Acting Rector with effect from 11th March, 2023.
According to a release by the Registrar and Secretary...
INEC Not Allowing Peter Obi Access Election Materials – LP
The Labour Party (LP) campaign says the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is not allowing Peter Obi, to access election materials.
The court had granted leave to Obi to have access to all the sensitive materials used by INEC.
INEC, however, asked the court to vary the order, saying the bimodal...
BRT Driver Ignored Our Warnings – Lagos Train Victims Recount Their Ordeal
Some of the victims of the train accident between Shogunle and Ikeja have blamed the bus driver for the incident.
According to them, the driver ignored their caution when they told him not to cross the rail line.
The victims, who suffered various degrees of injuries, spoke at the Lagos State...
NANS Backs Sanwo-Olu’s Second Term Bid
As the gubernatorial election holds next Saturday across the nation, the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Lagos State, has called on the entire eligible voters among the student populace in Lagos State to vote for Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, a man they described as one who is tested and trusted with the best plan for education in...
2023 Elections: Alhaja Gidado Congratulates President-elect, Tinubu, ‘Niyi Adegbonmire, ‘Derin Adesida, Thanks Akure People
The National Coordinator of Nothing Without Women Support Group has congratulated the President-Elect, Senator Bola Tinubu, the Senator-Elect for Ondo Central 'Niyi Adegbonmire and MHR-Elect for Akure North and South, Hon. 'Derin Adesida over their victory in the February 25 Presidential and National Assembly Elections.
Alhaja (Hon) F. I. Gidado who is also the...
Ondo Police Command Receive Riot Equipment To Boost Police Service Delivery During The Forthcoming Elections
Ahead of the forthcoming Gubernatorial and House of Assembly Elections slated for 18th of March, 2023, the Ondo State Police Command has received additional Anti-riot and crowd control equipment to enhance Police service delivery during the election.
This is contained in a statement by SP Funmilayo Odunlami Omisanya, the State Police Public Relations Officer.
NIDCOM Boss Congratulates Dr. Iyabo Masha On Her Appointment As Director Of G-24
Hon. (Dr) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has congratulated Dr. Iyabo Masha on her new appointment as the Director and Head of Secretariat of the Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four (G-24).
In a congratulatory message, the NiDCOM boss described the appointment as well deserved going by her dedication and commitments displayed in...
ICYMI: Only INEC Can Determine Mode Of Collating, Transmitting Results – Court
Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court Abuja on Friday held that only the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is empowered by law to determine the mode of collating and transmitting election results.
In a judgement, Justice Nwite stated that only INEC has the prerogative to direct how the Polling Unit Presiding Officer...
Opinion: Fadeyi Oloro And Nigerians ‘Costuming’
By Busuyi Mekusi.
Costumes are a style of dress, which includes garments, accessories, hairstyle, etc., that is characteristic of a particular people in a specific historical period of human existence. In this regard, costumes reflect class, gender, race, profession, ethnicity, nationality, etc. Whereas costumes could be the type of dress used for a specific...
State Broadcast: Akeredolu Appeals To Traders, Drivers, Others To Accept Old Notes (full text)
BEING A STATEWIDE BROADCAST DELIVERED BY THE GOVERNOR OF ONDO STATE ARAKUNRIN OLUWAROTIMI ODUNAYO AKEREDOLU, SAN, CON, ON THURSDAY 9TH MARCH, 2023.
My dear good people of Ondo state
It is imperative that I address you today because of the need to halt a self-induced pain currently being experienced by us...
Breaking: Many Feared Dead As Train Collides With Bus In Lagos
Many people have been feared dead, as Train collided with the Bus Rapid Transport (BRT) bus in PWD, Lagos.
The incident took place on Thursday morning.
Witnesses at the scene said the bus was attempting to cross the rail track when an oncoming train rammed into it.
The...
Former Lagos Deputy Governor Endorses LP Candidate, Rhodes-Vivour
A former Deputy Governor to Asiwaju Bola Tinubu in Lagos State, Senator Kofo Bucknor-Akerele has endorsed the Labour Party (LP) candidate in the State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour.
She gave her endorsement at a press conference on Wednesday in the Ikeja area of Lagos.
“I will like to thank the people of Lagos...
Breaking: INEC Shifts Saturday Election By One Week
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has postponed by one week the Saturday Governorship and House of Assembly Elections.
INEC decision to postpone the election comes on the heels of Wednesday ruling by the Appeal Court for it to reconfigure the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS).
Day Betty Akeredolu Took BeMore Initiative To The United Nations Commission On The Status Of Women 67th Session (CSW67)
The first lady of Ondo State, Mrs Betty Amyanwu-Akeredolu on Tuesday showcased the achievements of BeMore - her pet project for empowering young girls, at the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW67), held at Millennium Hilton Hotel, Manhattan, New York.
The event which was at the official Nigeria side, focused on "Leveraging Innovative...
Your Victory Did Not Come To Us As A Surprise – NSCIA Sets Agenda For Tinubu
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) under the leadership of its President-General and Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Alh. Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, CFR, mni, on behalf of the entire Muslim Ummah in Nigeria, heartily congratulates you, on your resounding victory during the Presidential elections and emergence as the President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of...
Traditional Rulers In Ondo State Congratulate President-Elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu
The Chairman of the Ondo State Council of Obas and the Deji of Akure Kingdom, Oba (Dr) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, Odundun II, CFR has congratulated the flag bearer of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his emergence as the President-elect of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Speaking on behalf of...
We’re Proud Of You – Ondo Statistician General Hails Retiring Staff
The Statistician General of Ondo State Mr Wole Agunbiade has commended three retiring members of staff for their efforts while working at the Agency.
The Statistician General who made this commendation during a Send Forth event organized for the three retiring officers at the Agency said they have all given their best at the...
We’re Not Recruiting – Ondo SUBEB Raises The Alarm
The attention of Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB, Akure, has been drawn to an employment notice allegedly issued by the intervention Agency in the basic education sector in the State inviting applications from qualified members of the public to fill vacant positions in the Board.
The Board by this PUBLIC NOTICE wishes...
2023 Elections: Court To Rule On BVAS Related Applications On Wednesday
The Appeal court will on Wednesday deliver ruling in the application by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) seeking leave to configure the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) for the governorship election.
INEC in its motion dated March 4, asked the appellate court to vary the ex parte order made in favour of Labour...
Ondo Retirees Hail Akeredolu For Approving Increment In Their Pension Allowances
Retirees in Ondo State under the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) have expressed gratitude to the State governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON, for approving the increment in the pension allowances of the retirees in the state.
In a Press Statement issued in Akure by the State Chairman of NUP, Hon Johnson Osunyemi, and...
Breaking: I Want To Inspect INEC Materials Used For Feb. 25 Election – Tinubu Tells Court
Nigeria’s president-elect, Bola Tinubu, is seeking an order from the court of appeal to access sensitive materials used by the Independent Electoral Commission (INEC) for the conduct of the presidential election.
With 8,794,726 votes, Tinubu, candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), was declared the winner of the poll ahead of Atiku Abubakar of...
Ondo NUJ Chairman Emerges NLC State Officer As Ondo NLC Gets New Excos
Chairman of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) in Ondo State, Comrade (Prince) Leke Adegbite on Tuesday emerged the State Assistant Secretary of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC.
His election was unopposed.
This is the first time in more than 23years that NUJ will be represented in the State Administrative Council,...
Akeredolu Approves Increment Of Pension Allowances For Retirees
Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has approved the increment in the pension allowances of the retirees in the state.
Disclosing this in his office in Akure on Monday, the state’s Head of Service, Mr Kayode Ogundele, said the approval is in conformity with the consequential adjustment arising from the implementation of the national...
Hajj 2023 Airlift: CSO Tasks Aviation Screening Committee On Professionalism
Following the constitution of a screening committee to select airlines that would airlift Hajj 2023 intending pilgrims by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Independent Hajj Reporters, (IHR), a civil society organization has called on members of the committee to abide strictly by the terms of their mandate and apply their professional competence in selecting 2023...
We’re Working On Developing Cars That Will Run On Water – ABU Zaria
Ibrahim Dabo, the dean, Faculty of Engineering, Ahmadu Bello University, ABU, Zaria, says the university is working to develop a made-in-Nigeria car that will use water.
The dean made this known on Saturday in Zaria while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria on the commemoration of the 2023 World Engineering Day for sustainable...
2023 NASS Elections: Seven Parties Win Senate Seats, Eight Won Reps Seats
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Saturday rolled out the results for last weekend national assembly elections.
INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmoud Yakubu in a press briefing at the weekend, disclosed that winners have been declared for 423 national legislative seats, while supplementary elections will be held in 46 constituencies.
How Nigerian Politicians Aided Electoral Violence
By Quadri Yahya
In December 2022, two months before Nigerians will elect a new Commander-in-Chief and members of the legislative body, Nurudeen Ogidi already perceived the violence that may mar the polls.
Ogidi, a resident of Lagos State, is an eligible voter but he will not exercise his civic right because...
What Supreme Court Ruling On New Naira Policy Meant To Us – Ondo Governor
The Government and the people of Ondo State received the news of the ruling of the Supreme Court on the punitive implementation of a monetary policy, hurriedly packaged to achieve a pernicious end by Mr Godwin Emefiele, with great relief. The position of the apex Court is in tandem with our press releases on the subject matter.
Supreme Court Invalidates New Naira Policy. Orders Return To Use Of Old Notes
The supreme court has invalidated the naira redesign policy introduced by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
The court made the declaration on Friday while delivering judgment in a suit instituted by three states of the federation.
A seven-member panel of the apex court held that the old N200, N500 and...
Tinubu’s Emergence Is A New Dawn In Nigeria – Diamond Group
Diamond Group Nigeria (DGN) on Friday congratulated the President -elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Vice president-elect, Senator Kashim Shettima on their victory in the just concluded presidential election.
Toyyib Musa-Omoloja, in a statement on behalf of Diamond Group, said the victory reflected the wishes of Nigerians across the country.
2023: Nigerian Rights Were Trampled Upon – Atiku Says As He Heads To Court
Fellow Nigerians, it is with a heart full of sadness that I address you today.
I have in the last three decades devoted my life to the battle to birth and deepen democracy in our country.
It was a battle that started during the military era. It was a struggle that...
Tinubu’s Victory, Product Of 30 Years Of Hard Work – Hon. Adeogun
People of outstanding accomplishments, I have long come to realise, rarely sat back and let things happen to them. They went out and happened to things.
For our leader and President-elect today, it is a fruit of over three decades of sacrifices and hard work.
It is my prayer that God...
Owo/Ose Election: Ogundare Extols Constituents, Congratulates Adelegbe
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate in the just concluded House of Representatives election in Owo/Ose Federal Constituency, Oluwaseyi Gabriel Ogundare, has extolled constituents, loyalists, and party faithfuls for standing strong to birth a new constituency through their support and votes before and on election day.
Ogundare, in a live broadcast on Adaba 88.9FM,...
Just In: He Worked For His Victory – Aregbesola Congratulates Tinubu
Jagaban: A call to duty,”
“I join the leadership of our party, starting from President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR; the Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, GCON; the National Chairman of our Party and other members of the National Executive Council (NEC), members of the Presidential Campaign Council (PCC); other leaders of the party, members nationwide...
One Year After, A Tribute To Shola Ilesanmi (1986-2022)
By Joseph Ikugbonmire
Dear Shola Ilesanmi, It is exactly one year today that your humble, talented and pure hearted soul left this sinful world.
It took me this long to put this piece together because your death indeed came as a rude shock and surprise to me.
Anytime...
Update: What Tinubu Said About INEC, Youths After He Was Declared Winner (Full Text)
Acceptance speech of President-elect, Bola Tinubu
My fellow Nigerians,
I am profoundly humbled that you have elected me to serve as the 16th president of our beloved republic. This is a shining moment in the life of any man and affirmation of our democratic existence. From my heart, I say thank...
Breaking: INEC Declares Bola Tinubu Winner Of 2023 Presidential Election In Nigeria
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday morning declared former Lagos State Governor, Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the winner of the presidential election in Nigeria.
Mahmood Yakubu, Chairman of INEC, who announced the results of the election held on Saturday, February 25, disclosed that Tinubu, of the All Progressives Congress (APC), polled 8,794,726...
2023 Elections: Akeredolu Hails Ondo Residents For Actualising APC’s Victory
Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has hailed the good people of the State for their turnout at the last Saturday’s elections and voting for the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates from top to bottom.
Governor Akeredolu described the people of the State as unique and distinct in character and principle.
He...
Breaking: Tinubu, APC Head To Court Over 2023 Elections
The All Progressives Congress (APC) and its presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu, have filed a suit to restrain the Labour Party (LP) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) from stopping the collation of the presidential election results.
The suit marked FHC/KN/CS/43/2023 was filed before the federal high court in Kano.
At a...
Fayose: Nigeria’s Next President Shouldn’t Underestimate Peter Obi
Former ekiti state governor, Ayodele Fayose on Tuesday says the next President of Nigeria should not underrate Mr Peter Obi.
According to Fayose, anyone who underestimates Obi would regret it.
He stated this while featuring on a programme on TVC News.
"Mr Obi has become a political phenomenon...
Obi Wins Abuja As Kwankwaso Gets Kano Votes
Candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has won the election in the federal capital territory (FCT).
Obi defeated Bola Tinubu of the All Progressives Congress (APC) after the summation of all six area councils in the FCT.
Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), came...
2023 Elections: Ondo APC Celebrates Victory Of Candidates
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State is highly impressed by the victory of it's candidates at the presidential and National Assembly poll over the weekend.
The State chapter is deeply appreciative of residents of the Sunshine State for the display of love and solidarity, despite challenges posed by the unavailability of cash,...
Hon. Ogunmolasuyi Excited Over Victory Of APC Candidates In Ondo North. Says It’s Victory Ordained From God
The Ondo State House of Assembly Majority Leader, Hon. Oluwole Emmanuel Ogunmolasuyi, has congratulated the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in Ondo North on their victory.
Ogunmolasuyi reiterated that the victory has shown that APC has done well within the senatorial district.
"The elections were originally projected to be keenly contested...
Breaking: Peter Obi Defeats Tinubu In Lagos
Candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has won the presidential election in Lagos state.
He defeated Bola Tinubu, candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), after the votes were calculated from all the 20 LGAs in the state.
Tinubu is a former Lagos governor and the state is historically...
Ondo: Adefisoye (Small Alhaji), Ikengboju Gboluga Lose Re-election Bid To Reps
Two serving members of the House of Representatives from Irele/Okitipupa and Ifedore/Idanre Federal constituencies, Hon Gboluga Ikengboju of the PDP and Hon Tajudeen Adefisoye of the APC (Small Alhaji) have lose their return bid to the Green chamber.
Adefisoye was defeated by a state lawmaker from Idanre, Hon Festus Akingbaso (Fessywest) of the PDP.
APC PCC Warns LP, PDP From Attempt To Discredit INEC
We have noticed the disingenuous attempts by the opposition parties, spokesmen of their campaign councils and their hired talking heads on Television and Radio Stations to discredit the presidential and National Assembly elections conducted nationwide on Saturday.
Noteworthy are spokespersons of Labour Party Presidential Campaign Council and that of the Peoples Democratic Party/Atiku Presidential...
INEC Speaks On Why Result Viewing Portal (IReV) Is Not Working
The Commission is aware of challenges with the INEC Results Viewing Portal (IReV). Unlike in off-season elections where the portal was used, it has been relatively slow and unsteady. The Commission regrets this setback, especially because of the importance of IReV in our results management process.
The problem is totally due to technical hitches...
Torrential Rainfall: Ondo D. Gov, Hon. Ogunmolasuyi, Others Visit Residents Of Ago Panu Community
… Promise prompt government’s interventions
Ogunmolasuyi (m) addressing the residents
As part of his interventional efforts towards ensuring the wellness and well-being of his Constituents, Ondo State majority leader, Honourable Oluwole Ogunmolasuyi (West), in the early hours of Sunday, visited Ago Panu Community, which suffered from the ruinous complications of...
BTO Makes History. Wins Re-election Bid In Akoko
A member of the House of Representatives in Akoko North East/North West Federal Constituency, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, BTO, has been declared the winner of the just concluded election in the Federal Constituency.
BTO also becomes the first incumbent federal lawmaker from the area to win reelection.
BTO won reelection with 51,532 votes...
Breaking: Ondo Reps Member, Abiola Makinde Wins Polling Unit
The member representing Ondo East and Ondo West in the House of Representatives, Hon. Dr Abiola Makinde has won his polling unit.
Hon. Makinde of the APC defeated his close rival Dr Felix Kehinde of the PDP.
According to the vote count at his Ondo West Ward 7, polling unit 10,...
Breaking: Sorting, Counting Of Votes Begin In Nigeria
As election time move to an end across Nigeria, sorting and counting of votes have commenced.
Accreditation of voters according to the electoral act ends at 2.30 local time. Only voters on queue at the time would be opportuned to vote.
Most of the polling units where voting has been...
2023 Elections: Voting Kicks Off In Nigeria (Photos)
Voting has kicked off across the 36 states of Nigeria.
Here are some pictures we're able to pick online for your viewing pleasure:
President Buhari being captured by the BVAS machine
Buhari votes
Atiku Abubakar arrives his polling unit
ICPC Arrests Man With 900k New Notes Linked To Politician
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) in Bauchi says it has detained one Hassan Ahmad for alleged possession of N2 million in old and new notes.
Ahmad was said to have been arrested by troops of 33 artillery brigade deployed to Alkaleri in Bauchi.
Azuka Ogugua, ICPC...
2023 Elections: NDD, MACE, MMPN Urge Nigerians To Vote & Vote Wisely
The Network for Democracy and Development (NDD), Muslim Alliance for Credible Elections (MACE), as well as the Muslim Media Practitioners of Nigeria (MMPN), have urged Nigerians to vote and vote wisely on Saturday, February 25 and Saturday, March 11.
The organizations in a separate statements issued on the eve of the general elections,...
Rivers: Police Arrest PDP Reps Member With $498,000 Cash
The Rivers police command has arrested Chinyere Igwe, a member of the house of representatives, with $498,100 cash.
Igwe is the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lawmaker representing Port Harcourt II federal constituency.
He is a supporter of Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the PDP.
Grace Iringe-Koko, the Rivers...
Alleged Vote Buying: EFCC Intercepts N32.4m In Lagos
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Friday intercepted the sum of N32, 400,000 (Thirty-two Million, Four Hundred Thousand Naira) allegedly suspected to be used for vote buying in Lagos.
Picture of the money as released by the EFCC
This is coming few hours to the presidential and...
Six Years In Office: Akeredolu Reiterates Commitment To More Life-Changing Projects Across The State
Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON, has reiterated his commitment to pursuing policies and programmes that would accelerate economic development and progress of the people.
The Governor said his administration will continue to work in tandem with the aspirations and yearnings of the people for the overall development of the state.
Akeredolu’s State Broadcast Is A Confirmation That APC Has ‘Failed’ Nigerians – PDP
The Peoples Democratic Party in Ondo State, says the State broadcast by Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu on Thursday to the people of the State, is a confirmation that his party, the APC, has failed Nigerians.
The PDP State Publicity Secretary, Kennedy Ikantu Peretei, stated in a statement on Thursday, in reaction to the Governor's broadcast...
2023 Elections: What Akeredolu Said In Thursday’s Broadcast To Ondo People
... Calls For Peace, Civility During Elections
Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has charged the people of the State to rise strong and defeat the frustrations at the filling stations and the ATMs, occasioned by the fuel and naira scarcity.
The Governor said the ill-timed Cash Swap Policy and the...
2023: Ondo Youth Group Endorses Adedipe, Says PDP Senate Candidate Ranks High
A vibrant and non-political youth-led organization, The Ondo Young Professional Players (OYPP), has endorsed the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) senatorial candidate for Ondo central, Basorun Ifedayo Adedipe SAN, as the preferred candidate to represent the senatorial district in the national assembly.
Addressing newsmen at the end of its emergency meeting in Akure on Wednesday,...
2023: Reformation Vanguard Sues For Peaceful Elections
An Ondo State based social media group, Reformation Vanguard platform (RVP) has urged Nigerians, particularly residents of Ondo State to maintain and respect the rules guiding the electoral process in this year general elections.
This is to ensure peaceful, free, fair and credible polls on Saturday 25th Feb and 11th March for the...
2023 Elections: INEC Distributes Sensitive Materials
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Wednesday commenced the distribution of sensitive materials, ahead of Saturday’s Presidential and National Assembly elections.
Here in Ondo State, as monitored by newsmen, the process, which is currently going on at the premises of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), in Akure,...
Breaking: Supreme Court Fixes March 3 For Ruling On New Naira Policy
The Supreme Court on Wednesday adjourned to March 3, for ruling on the new naira policy.
Details later...
Breaking: Hearing Of Case Filed By State Govts On New Naira Policy Resumes At Supreme Court Today
The hearing of the case filed by some state governments, Kaduna, Kogi, Zamfara and others at the supreme court against the naira redesign policy will resume today, Wednesday, February 22, at the Supreme Court.
The supreme court had last week ruled that:
"Plaintiff to file amended processes by Friday, Defendant to...
Week After Graduating From MCN Fellowship, Omosola Emerges NUCJ President, Echo Media Editor-in-chief
By Boluwatife Adedokun, Akungba.
A student of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Friday Omosola who participated in the 2022 Millennium Campus Network Leadership (MSN) fellowship, has been appointed as the President of National Union of Campus Journalists as well as the Editor-in-chief of Echo media, a media outlet in AAUA.
Millennium...
Just In: Nigerian Army Releases Hotlines Ahead Of 2023 Elections
By Sumaila Ogbaje
The Nigerian Army (NA) has approved a list of Hotlines to report any suspicious act of violence by unscrupulous persons during the forthcoming general election.
The Director, Army Public Relations, Brig.-Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, made this known in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.
Nwachukwu said...
Akoko Rep. Ticket: Ondo APC Mocks PDP, Says ‘You Can’t Reap Where You Never Sowed’
The attention of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has been drawn to the unfortunate celebration of the PDP over the Federal High Court decision on Akoko South West/ Akoko South East Federal Constituency in the forthcoming National Assembly election.
Alex Kalejaye, Publicity Secretary of Ondo APC in a statement on Tuesday...
Over 146,000 Observers, Largest In Nigeria’s History, For 2023 Elections
The Chairman, Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, says no fewer than 146,913 local and international observers will be covering the 2023 elections.
Prof. Yakubu, who made this known on Tuesday in Abuja, said the deployment is the largest in the history of elections in the country.
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Ondo Central: Why Ifedayo Adedipe, SAN Is The Only Choice Before Us
A whole lot has been said and done about the chances of the central senatorial candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Basorun Ifedayo Adedipe, SAN, in the upcoming general polls. Of note is the fact that Adedipe comes to the race with an already established relationship with the electorates. Same cannot be said of his major...
APC Has No Candidate For Akoko South East/Akoko South West Federal Constituency – PDP Alerts Voters
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State has alerted voters in Akoko South East/ Akoko South West Federal Constituency, that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has no candidate in the Saturday National Assembly elections.
The APC lost out at the federal high court last week, after the court ruled that the party's candidate,...
2023 Election: Muslim Scholars Pray For Nigeria, Endorse Tinubu
The Concerned Yoruba Muslim Scholars in Nigeria (CYMSN), in collaboration with other stakeholders on Monday prayed for the peaceful conduct of the 2023 general elections in Abuja.
The group which claimed it has also endorsed the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the February 25 presidential election,...
Nigerians, Be Skeptical Of Government Actions
By Tokunbo Adaja
Nigerians should be curiously and mentally alert to the activities of some elements in the President Buhari-led administration, and refrain from taking unpremeditated actions regardless of the provocation. This has become necessary in order not to play into the hands of these anti-democratic elements who are poised to scuttle the democratic...
Breaking: UNIMED’s Pioneer Medical Students Set For Induction As Institution Gets Full MDCN Accreditation
Nigeria’s first specialised medical and health sciences tertiary institution, the University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo City, Ondo State, Nigeria, has received full accreditation from the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) to graduate professional medical doctors.
A press statement, signed by the University Public Relations Officer, Mr. Temitope Oluwatayo, indicated that the...
Photos: Ondo Deputy Gov. Visits Scene Of Petrol Tanker Accident In Idanre
Ondo State Deputy Governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Monday visited the scene where a Petrol-Laden tanker caught fire and razed some adjourning buildings and shops at Opasorun, Idanre in Idanre Local Government Area today .
The Deputy Governor was accompanied by, House of Representatives member representing Idanre/Ifedore Federal Constituency, Hon Tajudeen Adefisoye, Commissioner for...
Again, Akeredolu Insists On Power Shift To The South
Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has called on the people to troop-out enmass on Saturday to vote for the Presidential Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Akeredolu's charge is contain in a statement on Monday by Richard Olatunde, his Chief Press Secretary.
The Governor...
Akeredolu, Friends, Family Fete Pharm. Folukemi Aladenola @ 50
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Pharm. (Mrs) Folukemi Aladenola was at the weekend feted by Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, her friends, family and colleagues as she clocked the landmark age of 50 years.
Aladenola while speaking at the ceremony was grateful to God for keeping her alive to see 50 years.
2023: DAWN Commission Tells Western Nigeria Voters To Vote For A Southern Candidate
As Nigerians go to the polls this week, Dr. Seye Oyeleye, Director General of DAWN Commission has called on the Western Nigeria public to focus on the Region’s security.
Dr Oyeleye noted in a statement on Monday that the Western region must be weary of its sustainability as a composite unit and reinforce its...
2023: PDP Alleges Tinubu, APC Governors Of Plans To Destroy INEC Offices
As the 2023 Presidential and National Assembly elections draw near, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is urging security agencies to beef up security around the offices and facilities of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from any attacks by the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Hon. Debo Ologunagba, National Publicity Secretary, made this known in...
Akeredolu Writes Buhari Over New Naira Policy
Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has written to President Muhammadu Buhari on the possibility of reversing his stand on the implementation of the new naira policy.
Akeredolu's letter is reproduced below:
MR PRESIDENT SHOULD HALT THIS SEAMLESS DRIFT
The crises engendered by the policy of the...
2023: Ifedayo Adedipe, SAN; Raising The Bar For Ondo Central
By Adeniyi Ojo
The influence of quality representation and lawmaking can no longer be overemphasized, especially with the recent developments in Nigeria that have negatively affected the people and the economy.
Unarguably, we have had a rubber-stamp national assembly in the last 7 years of the APC administration. The demonic debt...
New Naira Policy: Kwankwaso Berates APC Governors For Insulting Buhari
Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, presidential candidate of New Nigerian People Party (NNPP), has berated the All Progressives Congress (APC) governors criticising President Muhammadu Buhari over naira redesign policy.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) which introduced the policy last year had fixed January 31 as deadline for spending old N200, N500 and N1000 notes...
A Student Review Of Oyemekun Grammar School Akure @ 70
By Timothy Olajubu
It is 30 years to a century that the Alumni of Oyemekun Grammar School, Akure (OGSA) celebrate their anniversary from January 23 to January 29 2023. The school is known as the only school because of its achievements.
On the first day of the anniversary was the arrival...
Deji Of Akure, Olumuyiwa Adu, Rotimi Ibidapo Grace UNIMED’s Community Familiarization Dinner
The University of Medical Sciences has held a Community Familiarization Dinner to familiarize members of the Community with the activities in its Akure Campus as well as to inform members of the public of investment opportunities available in the Campus.
The event was held Thursday 16th February at the Akure Campus (former School...
Summit University, Offa, Collaborates With Landmark University On Grant Writing Skills & Research
The Innovation and Advanced Science Research Group (IASRG) of Summit University, Offa, Kwara State (SUN, Offa), on Friday, received three representatives from Landmark University, Omu Aran, Kwara State.
After a brief introduction of the teams, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Abiodun Musa Aibinu, expressed his delight that Nigerian institutions are now embracing research and grant writing....
Buhari Rules Out Interim Govt. Says Tinubu Only Challenged Timing Of New Naira Policy, Didn’t Oppose It
President Muhammadu Buhari has ruled out the possibility of Nigeria having an interim government after his tenure ends on May 29, 2023.
Buhari disclosed this in a statement on Friday through Garba Shehu, his Senior Special Assistant to the President(Media & Publicity).
Buhari also noted that the APC presidential candidate, Bola...
PDP Consolidates Grip On Ondo South Senatorial District
By Leye Igbabo
The Ondo State Atiku/Okowa Campaign Organization on Tuesday, 14th February, 2023 stormed Irele and Okitipupa Local Government Areas and left the camp of APC devastated as it lost many of its respected bigwigs among whom are Prof. Francis Igbasan, Pst Segun Ayerin and their followers to the fold of PDP.
Ondo APC Rejects Court Ruling Sacking Adefarati’s Son. Heads To Appeal Court
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has rejected the Federal High Court judgement in Akure on Friday, as it affects its candidate for the Akoko South West/ South East Federal Constituency, Asiwaju Adegboyega Adefarati.
APC publicity secretary, Alex Kalejaye in a statement said the party expressed grave concerns over the development, and...
Take Your Old 500, 1000 Notes To Banks – CBN Tells Nigerians
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has told Nigerians to take their old N500 and N1000 notes to commercial banks.
The apex bank, however, pegged the maximum amount the banks can collect at N500,000.
The CBN maintained that the old currencies were no more legal tender.
A source...
Deji Of Akure To Confer The Title Of Baatona On NIMASA Boss, Dr. Bashir Jamoh
The Deji and the Paramount Ruler of Akure Kingdom, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, will on Sunday 19th February, 2023 confers the title of BAATONA on Dr. Bashir Yusuf Jamoh, the Director General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency.
This is contained in a statement by Adeyeye Michael, Chief Press Secretary to the Deji...
Abuja Imam Faults Buhari’s Broadcast On New Naira Policy
Prof. Taofiq Adesina Azeez, the Imam, University of Abuja, has faulted President Muhammadu Buhari over his stand on the new naira policy.
Mr Buhari had in a morning broadcast on Thursday insisted on the implementation of the new naira policy which had seen the redesigning of 200, 500 and 1000 notes.
PDP Takes Rally To Ondo Kingdom As Residents Stand Still For Ifedayo Adedipe, Felix Kehinde, Tomide Akinribido, Others + Photos
There was a massive crowd of excited supporters and party faithful that halted vehicular movement for several hours in Ondo kingdom on Wednesday, as the People's Democratic Party (PDP) held its 2023 campaign rally for Ondo East and West.
The rally, which had the Ondo state Chairman of PDP,...
Full Text: What Buhari Said About New Naira Policy In National Broadcast
NATIONAL BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT, FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE CHALLENGES OF THE CURRENCY SWAP AND STATE OF THE NATION, ON 16th FEBRUARY, 2023
My Dear Compatriots,
I have found it necessary to address you today, on the state of the nation and to render account on...
Breaking: Buhari Orders CBN To Return Only N200 Old Notes To Circulation
President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to return into circulation the old N200 notes.
The President who gave the order in a broadcast on Thursday morning, said the old N200 note will be spent alongside the new notes of N200, N500 and N1000.
He said the...
Breaking: I Ordered CBN Gov To Change 200, 500, 1000 Notes – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday says he is responsible for ordering the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to change the naira notes of 200, 500 and 1000 to a new one.
Buhari stated this during a live broadcast currently being aired on national television and radio stations in the country.
Tension In Lagos As Policemen St*b Soldier To Death
There is palpable tension in Ikorodu, Lagos State as some policemen have reportedly stabbed an unidentified soldier to death in the area.
The incident happened at the border town of Ogijo, between Ogun State and Lagos State.
According to reports, the policemen ran away to Ogijo Police Station when they discovered...
Ifedore Council Boss, Alex Oladimeji Lays Foundation For Legislative Building
The Executive Chairman of Ifedore Local Government area of Ondo State, Engr Alex Oladimeji, on Tuesday laid the foundation for the construction of the Local Government Legislative Building.
Oladimeji lays the foundation for a new legislative building.
Watch the video here
Oladimeji, at the foundation laying urged...
Update: What Supreme Court Said About New Naira Policy On Wednesday
The Supreme Court on Wednesday adjourned hearing in a suit filed by Kaduna, Kogi and Zamfara states against the federal government seeking a restraining order to stop the full implementation of the naira redesign policy of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) until Feb. 22.
The Court rules:
"Plaintiff to file...