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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.
Read...
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...
Breaking: Supreme Court Begins Hearing Of Substantive Suit On New Naira Policy
The supreme court on Wednesday morning commenced hearing of the substantive suit on the new naira policy.
Both Governors Nasir El-Rufai and Yahaya Bello are present at the hearing.
UNIMED To Hold Community Familiarization Dinner Thursday
In pursuit of the goal of the University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) to become one of the leading universities in the World, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adesegun Fatusi, has directed that the Akure Campus of the University be upgraded into a semi-autonomous Campus.
In light of the Above, the University is hosting a Community Familiarization...
Naira Scarcity: Nigerian Bank Pays Customers In Coins
A Nigerian man on Tuesday shared his experience at one of the commercial banks in Lagos.
According to the report shared by the BBC pidgin service, the man (name withheld) disclosed that he was given two packs of 2000 coins by the bank.
New Naira Notes Will Be Available To All, CBN Assures Nigerians
By Bright Okpo, Yenegoa.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) on Wednesday assured Nigerians that the new naira notes will be available to all who have worked for their money, nationwide.
The Deputy Director of CBN, Dr. David Omoregie gave this assurance in an exclusive interview with the majestic blend station,...
Court Reserves Judgment In Akoko APC Primary Election Case
The Federal High Court sitting in Akure has reserved its judgement to a date to be communicated to the parties involved in the APC primary election case in Akoko South East & South West Federal Constituency.
At the resumed sitting of the Court, the Presiding judge having listened to the Counsel to the litigants...
Ondo NUJ To Akeredolu: Time To Intervene Over Banks Rejection Of Old Naira Notes
The Nigerian Union of Journalists, Ondo State Council has called on Government to prevail on the Central Bank of Nigeria and commercial banks in Ondo state to rescind their decision of rejecting the old Naira notes from the members of the public.
Reports across Ondo State on Monday indicated that commercial banks in the...
APC In Akoko Shrinks As 200 Members Join PDP
In continuation of the Atiku/Okowa Presidential Campaign, the train arrived Akoko Northeast and Akoko Northwest Local Government Areas, on Monday, with pomp and pageantry.
At Irun-Akoko where more than 200 APC members under the leadership of Rotimi Olarenwaju, aka "Agba", joined the PDP.
Hon. Fatai Adams, PDP Chairman Ondo State, welcomed...
Opinion: The Immediate Past National Leadership Of NLC: A Misfit To The Nation
By Comrade Ojo Akinyemi 07038374883
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has been a formidable platform for the Nigerian people to query government policies, action and inaction, not only for the Nigerian working class, but the entire Nigerian people. Such policies include: privatization and commercialization of public institutions and services, incessant fuel hikes, to mention...
2023: TMC Urges Nigerians To Pray For Right President
Nigerians have been enjoined to pray more fervently to God to choose the right President for them in the forthcoming general elections, which are just few weeks away.
The charge was given on Friday, 10 February, 2023 by the Leader (Waali) of the Muslim Congress (TMC), Ondo State, Ustaadh Abdul-Wasiu Kayode Babalola in his...
Hon. Ogunmolasuyi Congratulates New NLC Vice President, Comrade Sunday Adeleye
Every good effort deserves some reward. It is no mistake that Ondo State NLC chapter chairman, Comrade Sunday Adeleye, has emerged as national vice president. Over the years, he has advocated for stable welfare for workers and has never shied away from the struggle. Your victory at the national level shows diligence.
On this...
2023: Adeyeri Takes Campaign To Grassroots. Shows Them How To Vote For Labour Party
Few days to the general election, the leading House of Representatives Candidate for Akoko South West and Akoko South East Federal Constituency, Adeyeri Stephen Kunle, paid a visit to ward 4, Agba-Oka.
This was even as the oldest man Mr. Moses Amubieya and other elders in the neck of...
Campaign Posters Showing Us With Tinubu Misleading – Ifedayo Adedipe, Kemisola Adesanya Affirm Their Commitment To PDP
Candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Akure South area of Ondo State, contesting for the Senate and House of Representatives, Bashorun Ifedayo Adedipe and Kemisola Adesanya, say it is misleading the campaign posters making the round that they are backing APC Presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu.
Residents of Akure South on Wednesday...
Opinion: Nipping In The Bud The Nefarious Emefiele’s Agenda
By Tokunbo Adaja
I think, Nigerians should by now be wise enough, especially patriotic Nigerians and leaders, to know that the future of Nigeria depends on our collective desire to make necessary sacrifices and contributions for our collective survival.
The prevailing scarcity of the redesigned naira notes does not mean that...
From Japa To Japada: Stakeholders Rally Against Irregular Migration At JIFORM Summit
The maiden National Summit on migration on Thursday in Lagos organized by the Journalists International Forum For Migration (JIFORM) ended with an appeal and varied recommendations against irregular migration.
In his opening remark, Dr Ajibola Abayomi, the President of the JIFORM with over 300 journalists across the continents covering migration urged the government to...
RUGIPO: Abubakri Becomes Dean, Faculty Of Social Sciences & Communication
A former Head of Mass Communication Department, Rufus Giwa Polytechnic Owo, Dr. Raman Abubakri, has emerged as the new Dean of Faculty of Social Sciences and Communication Studies.
Abubakri in a statement on Saturday, appreciated his ardent supporters who threw their weights behind his emergence and also pledged to work for further development of...
PDP Chieftain, Eddy Olafeso Hails Akeredolu On Amotekun, Citizens’ Protection As Herders Destroy His N10.2m Farmland
Former Vice Chairman South-West of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Eddy Olafeso, has heaped praises on the Governor of Ondo state, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu over the establishment of Amotekun in the south west states.
He gave the commendation at the Amotekun Corps Headquarters in Akure, when he came to lodge a complaint about...
Education Advancement: Ondo Assembly Majority Leader, Ogunmolasuyi Sponsors Over 200 Students
Over 200 Secondary School graduates have benefitted from free Jamb forms sponsored by the Lawmaker representing Owo Constituency 1 at the Ondo State House of Assembly, Hon. Oluwole Ogunmolasuyi.
The gesture according to the Lawmaker is part of the regular intervention programmes to support the education of students in...
Appeal Court Affirms Sack Of Ex-Ondo APC Secretary As Akoko Assembly candidate
The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure has affirmed the judgment of the Akure Division of the Federal High Court which sacked Sina Alaye, the former Ondo State Secretary of APC, as the party’s candidate for Akoko South-East Constituency of the State House of Assembly.
In the judgement delivered today, in appeal No: CA/AK/...
Ondo NUJ Expresses Joy Over The Emergence Of Sunday Adeleye Oluwole As NLC National Vice President
The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ondo State Council, on Wednesday expressed joy over the emergence of Comrade Sunday Adeleye Oluwole, as the National Vice President of the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, in Abuja on Wednesday 8th February, 2023.
In a congratulatory message signed by the State Chairman of NUJ, Prince Leke Adegbite and the...
I’m Going To The Senate To Influence Policies – Ondo PDP Candidate, Ife Adedipe
I am running for office to influence policies for the betterment of the society, Ifedayo Adedipe SAN, candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) for Ondo Central Senatorial District in the forthcoming general elections, has said.
Adedipe made the declaration while interacting with a group of party faithful in Akure over the weekend.
With Strong Political Will, Nigeria Will End Banditry – FUTA Don, Anifowose
By Olusegun Hakeem Adebumiti, Akure.
A Professor of Geological Remote Sensing, Adeleye Yekini Abiodun Anifowose believed that Nigeria is currently ravaged with insecurity owing to lack of political will.
Prof. Anifowose made this assertion at the 148th inaugural lecture of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), on Tuesday.
Buhari Receives Emefiele Hours After Supreme Court Ruling
President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday received the CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele in Aso Rock, Abuja.
This is coming hours after the Supreme Court ruling of Wednesday stopping the February 10 deadline for the validity of the three old naira notes.
The meeting is believed to be connected to the ruling of...
Fuel & Naira Crises: Ondo APC Suspends Rallies
The Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has ordered the immediate suspension of rallies in all it's structures across the State.
State Chairman, Engr. Ade Adetimehin, explained that the decision is in sympathy with residents of the State over the current financial and fuel crisis in the country.
[EXPOSED] PAP Office: Where Students’ Scholarships Are Withdrawn For Expressing Their Minds
By Joseph Ebi Kanjo
Section 39 Subsection (1) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) of the Federal Republic of Nigeria says, "Every person shall be entitled to freedom of expression, including freedom to hold opinions and to receive and impart ideas and information without interference."
These sections of the Constitution are...
We Don’t Want Another ‘EndSARS’ – Oke-Ogun Group Calls For Calm Over Cash, Fuel Scarcity
A social-cum-academic group of Oke-Ogun indigenes has called on youths from the area to shun acts that could lead to the destruction of lives and property in the area.
In a statement made available to journalists on Tuesday, the National Coordinator, Oke-Ogun Centrepiece Alliance, Professor Kehinde Yusuf, noted that the major public and private...
Killing Of 16 Nigerians In Burkina Faso Unjustifiable – Dabiri-Erewa
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has described the killing of 16 Nigeria travellers in Burkina Faso as unjustifiable, callous and criminal.
In a statement by the Head of Media and Public Relations, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, the NIDCOM chair called on the Burkinabe authorities to fish out the perpetrators and prosecute them...
It Is Democracy At Work – Lawan Reacts To Supreme Court Victory
The Senate President, Ahmad Lawan has described as victory for the All Progressives Congress, APC, the Supreme Court Judgement affirming him as Yobe APC Senatorial candidate.
He stated this while briefing newsmen on Monday, in Abuja, after the judgment was delivered by Justice Centus Nweze of the apex court.
Mr Lawan...
Owo/Ose SDP Reps Candidate, Ogundare Donates Food Items To Residents Of Ondo Town Where Herdsmen Struck
The attack on the peace-loving people of Arimogija by armed herdsmen at the weekend has left many homeless and in fear, as many could no longer farm and go about their daily businesses due to the recent terrors released on them by unknown assailants.
Ogundare was at the...
Normalcy Has Returned – Amotekun Assures Residents Of Ondo Town Where Herdsmen Recently Struck
Following the security threat which occurred at Arimogija and Molege axis of Ose Local Government Area of Ondo state, the commander of the Ondo state Security Network Agency, codenamed Amotekun Corps, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, says normalcy has returned to the communities.
Report says the villagers who were shocked by the attack labelled the suspected...
Ondo PDP Flags Off State Constituency Campaigns
The Ondo State Atiku/Okowa Presidential Campaign Organization on Monday flagged off its State Constituency Campaigns in Akure South and Akure North Local Government Areas of the State.
This is contained in a statement by Kennedy Ikantu Peretei, Deputy Director Media & Publicity Atiku/ Okowa Campaign Organization, Ondo State, in a news release issued to...
Breaking: Lawan Defeats Machina At Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has affirmed Ahmed Lawan as the authentic Candidate of Yobe North Senatorial District.
The ruling means that the senate president will now represent Yobe North, as against Bashir Machina.
In the lead judgement, Justice Centus Nweze faulted the approach of Bashir Machina in commencing the suit at the...
PDP Will Bring Back Good Governance – Ondo Central Senate Candidate, Ife Adedipe Assures Nigerians
Basorun Ifedayo Adedipe, SAN, candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) for Ondo Central Senatorial District in the forthcoming general elections, has assured Nigerians that the country will reclaim its lost glory when PDP takes over power this year.
Adedipe dropped the hint while answering questions on a radio program in Akure, monitored by...
Fuel Scarcity: Independent Marketers Plan Shutdown On Monday
Nigerians should brace up for more challenges as the Independent marketers of Petrol, are getting set to shut down operations beginning from Monday, February 6, once the government starts the enforcement of N195/litre pump price.
It was gathered on Saturday that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, Major Oil Marketers Association of Nigeria, Depot...
Tinubu: El-Rufai Can’t Decide For The North – PDP Chieftain
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and former governor of Sokoto, Alhaji Attahiru Bafarawa, has expressed his displeasure with Governor Nasir El Rufai of Kaduna state for saying the north is in support of Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, Presidential Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In an interview with BBC, Bafarawa, said...
Tinubu Is Nigeria’s Next President – Buhari Says At Lafia Rally
President Muhammadu Buhari has declared that the All Progressives Congress Presidential Candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will be the next President of Nigeria.
President Buhari made the declaration in Lafia, capital of Nasarawa State, on Saturday at the APC Presidential Campaign rally that had thousands of party supporters and residents.
The...
At Achievers University’s Matriculation, Falana Urges New Intakes To Study Well
An Alumna of Achievers University, Owo, Dr. Mrs Ranti Blessing Falana, has urged new intakes into the University to take their education seriously and study well.
Falana, a lecturer at Dominican University, Ibadan, gave the advice at the 16th Matriculation of the institution, held at Prof. Abubakar Adamu Rasheed Auditorium, at the campus in...
Fuel Scarcity: Makinde Rolls Out Free Shuttle Buses In Oyo
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has rolled out free Omituntun transport buses to ease the pains of the people of the state from the twin crisis of naira and fuel scarcity that have been the lot of Nigerians in recent weeks.
Governor Makinde, who announced this in a statewide broadcast aired on the Broadcasting...
Ondo Gets New Chief Judge
Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has sworn-in Hon. Justice Ayedun Olusegun Odusola as the 12th Chief Judge of the State.
Hon. Justice Odusola had served as the Acting Chief Judge of the State until his recommendation by the National Judicial Council (NJC) and subsequent appointment by the Governor and...
Man Slumps, Dies After Queuing For Hours In Delta Bank
A bank customer has slumped and died after standing in a queue for long hours at a bank in Agbor, Delta State.
According to the Tribune on Friday, the yet-to-be-identified man died after waiting for hours to collect his Automated Teller Machine card at the bank in Ika South Local Government Area, Delta State.
Actress Who Sprayed, Stepped On New Naira Notes In EFCC Net
Operatives of the Lagos Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have commenced investigation of Oluwadarasimi Omoseyin, an actress and cosmetologist, for allegedly tampering with the redesigned Naira notes, an offcence contrary to Section 21 (5) of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN Act, 2007.
Omoseyin was arrested by operatives of...
What I Did To Facilitate Projects To My Constituency – BTO
The federal lawmaker representing Akoko North/ East North West Federal Constituency, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Thursday explained how he has been able to facilitate majority of his projects in his Federal Constituency.
While addressing newsmen in Akure, the Ondo State Capital, the lawmaker revealed that there is no ward or community in his constituency...
Reject APC In February 25 Presidential Election – Ondo PDP Tells Nigerians
The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, has appealed to Nigerians to reject the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the coming Presidential Election on February 25.
Jegede, Adams and Kunlere at the interactive session.
The PDP leadership led by its State Chairman, Hon. Fatai Adams, made...
Matriculation: AAUA VC Warns New Students Against Vices
The Vice Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, Prof. Olugbenga Ige, has counselled the newly-admitted students to the Institution’s Institute of Part-Time Programmes (IPTP), to guard their admission jealously by focusing on their studies and eschewing all forms of vices.
Some of the new students
Prof. Ige...
Ondo NSCDC Trains Officers On 2023 Elections
In preparation for the forthcoming general elections, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Ondo State Command organized a train the trainer workshop for its officers and men with the theme; Code of Conduct and Rules of Engagement for Security Personnel on Election Duty.
While declaring the workshop open at the NSCDC State Command...
We Have Fulfilled 12 Out Of 14 Matters – INEC Gives Update On 2023 Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), on Monday issued the final notice of election in line with the provisions of law.
The electoral commission in a terse message it posted on its social media handles, however added that the notice is the 12th of the 14 matters it intends to undertake in its plan...
AAUA Set for Matriculation Ceremony
No fewer than 1,175 newly-admitted students to the Institute of Part Time Programmes (IPTP) of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, will take Matriculation Oath on Thursday, February 2, 2023.
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Admin.), Prof. Adebisi Daramola, made this known on Thursday, January 26, 2023, while speaking with the Information Unit of the University.
Ose Agog As SDP Rep Candidate, Ogundare Embarks On Familiarization Visit
The Ire-Akari axis of the Ose Local government was agog on Monday as the candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the February 25 election for the Owo/Ose house of representatives seat, Comr. Oluwaseyi Gabriel Ogundare (OGO) stopped by for a familiarization visit.
Ose received OGO with great enthusiasm
Buhari Was Well Received In Kano – APC PCC Tackles PDP
Bayo Onanuga, Director, Media & Publicity, APC Presidential Campaign Council (APC PCC) says contrary to the PDP's report that President Muhammadu Buhari, was attacked in Kano on Monday, he was warmly received by the people.
Onanuga stated this in a statement on Monday evening to debunk a report credited to the PDP spokesperson, Debo...
Kano Residents Throw Stones At Buhari’s Convoy, Chopper
Angry residents of Kano have come out in droves to protest the visit of President Muhammadu Buhari to commission federal government projects in the state.
This is coming a few days after a similar incident occurred in Katsina, the president’s hometown.
The protests might not be unconnected with the current hardship...
Prof. Anifowose To Deliver FUTA’s 148th Inaugural Lecture Feb. 7
Adeleye Yekini Biodun Anifowose, a Professor of Geological Remote Sensing, will on Tuesday, February 7, deliver the 148th inaugural lecture of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA).
This is contained in a statement signed by the University's Registrar, Mr Richard Arifalo, which stated that the event is billed for the Obafemi Awolowo...
UNILORIN Starts Virtual Lectures For Large Classes
As promised by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, SAN, the University of Ilorin has assigned 500 user accounts of 300-capacity zoom licences to its various Faculties and Departments for the immediate commencement of virtual classes.
A statement released to the media by the University's Director of Corporate Affairs, Mr Kunle Akogun, said...
Nigeria Exceeds 30% COVID-19 Vaccination Milestone
Nigeria has maintained a sustained COVID-19 Vaccination rollout in recent months to exceed the milestone of fully vaccinating 30 percent of its total population.
The increase from less than 3 per cent coverage with a primary series in January 2022 to over 30 per cent in January 2023 is a result of dedicated efforts...
Extra: Days After Tribunal Judge Told Him He Can’t Go Lo Lo Lo… Adeleke Seen In New Video Dancing Buga
Barely two days after the Osun State Tribunal panel Chairman, Tertse Kume, told Governor Ademola Adeleke that he couldn't "Go Lo Lo Lo" and "Buga won" while reading his judgment on Friday, the Governor was on Sunday seen dancing to the track while going "Lo Lo Lo" and "Buga won."
Watch the video below:
APC Senatorial Rally: Adetimehin Applauds Ondo South Leaders
Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, Engr. Adetimehin, has hailed leaders of the party in the South Senatorial zone, for organizing "a highly successful" campaign rally earlier this week.
The State chapter kick started senatorial rallies in the Sunshine State at Methodist Primary School play field in Okitipupa. Mr. Governor,...
2023: Fuel & Naira Scarcity, A Stitch In Time, Mr. President By Dr. Aliyu U. Tilde
At the end of his tenure in 1985, the then Head of State, Major-General Muhammadu Buhari, granted his last interview to Halilu Ahmed Getso of FRCN Kaduna. The answer to the last question in the interview was very informative. What last message do you have for Nigerians? Halilu asked. Buhari, aware of plans to topple him, simply...
Hon. Abiola Makinde Enrols Over 700 Constituents Into National Health Insurance Scheme
Member House of Representatives, Hon. Dr. Abiola Peter Makinde, representing Ondo East and West Federal Constituency, has enrolled 700 of his constituents into the National Health Insurance Scheme.
This is contained in a news release by Alli Moshood Abiodun, Special Adviser to Hon Makinde on Media & Publicity, in a statement at the weekend.
ICYMI: Osun Tribunal Sacked Adeleke For Over-Voting
The Osun State Election Petition Tribunal on Friday sacked Senator Ademola Adeleke as the Governor of Osun State, following evidence of over-voting.
Subsequently, the tribunal declared Adegboyega Oyetola of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the validly elected Governor of the state, having scored majority of lawful votes in the July 16, 2022 governorship...
Dabiri-Erewa Congratulates Eweama, A Nigerian, Honoured In Australia
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) has congratulated a Nigerian-Australian leader, Dr Pedus Eweama for the Community citizen of the year award bestowed on him in Australia.
In a congratulatory letter by the NIDCOM boss, she described the recognition of Dr Edeama as not only well deserved but timely.
Adeleke Faults Tribunal Judgment. Heads To Appeal
Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has described the judgement of the governorship tribunal as “a miscarriage of justice”, vowing to challenge the ruling at the Court of Appeal.
Reacting to the verdict of the Tribunal from his country home, Ede, Governor Adeleke faulted the resolution of the over-voting question in favour of...
Breaking: Adeleke Loses At Osun Tribunal
The Osun electoral tribunal has sacked the Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke and returned APC candidate and former Governor Gboyega Oyetola.
Details later...
Unlocking National Prosperity Through Education By Michael Abdullahi
The link between education and national prosperity is undeniable; understanding how these two entities are intertwined is critical to understanding how we can use education to unlock national prosperity.
This piece looks at the connection between education and national prosperity, the advantages of a well-developed education system for this purpose, and the challenges that...
Achievers University Holds Commendation Service For Late VC, Prof. Samuel Aje
The staff and students of Achievers University, Owo on Thursday held a commendation service for the late Vice Chancellor, Prof. Samuel Olabanji Aje.
Prof. Aje, who died on 29th December, 2022, was the VC of the Ondo State based institution between July, 2020 and December, 2022.
His body was received...
2023: Tola Awosika Writes Open Letter To Nigerian Youths
Firstly, it is important for you to have full understanding of where our country is as of today. Seven years ago when the APC government took over, there are certain statistics that are quite evident today in terms of food supplies, petroleum and general value chain of goods and services. We know the difference in price of...
Agagu Commissions Admin. Building, Staff Qtrs, Other Iconic Projects As Oyemekun Grammar School Celebrates 70th Anniversary
The Ondo State commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Pastor Femi Agagu on Wednesday commissioned sets of newly built administrative block, class rooms and guest house within the school premises.
Mr Femi Agagu (middle) was flanked by Dr Niyi Ijogun (left) and High Chief Ogunjobi (right) during the project commissioning.
Beware Of Okada Riders Covering Their Faces – Amotekun Warns Ondo Residents
By Tola Gbadamosi
Ondo State Amotekun Corps Commander, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, has warned members of the public to desist from boarding Okada without SITA registration number or riders with hooded faces to ascertain their safety.
The warning follows the alarming rate at which members of the public who board commercial motorcycles...
ICYMI: PDP Governorship Candidate Dies 30 Days To General Elections
With barely 30 days to the general elections starting on February 25, the governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party in Abia state Prof Uche Ikonne, is dead.
Prof's Ikonne's death was announced on Wednesday in a statement issued by his son, Dr Chikezie Uche-Ikonne.
“I regret to announce the death...
Just In: Senate Suspends Plenary. To Resume After General Elections
The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday, suspended plenary to enable the lawmakers to participate in campaigns for the general elections.
President of the Senate, Dr Ahmad Lawan, made the announcement at plenary.
Mr Lawan said the senate would start its recess today (Wednesday) to enable senators to participate fully in the campaigns...
Female Traffic Officer Who Assists School Children To Dress Well Received IG Commendation
The Nigeria Police Force has commended a female Police Officer, Inspector Justina Rita Omogbai, attached to the Traffic Unit of the Sabo Divisional Headquarters in Lagos State, for her commitment and acts of professionalism displayed in the course of her traffic duties and for positively representing the Force amongst the community.
The officer...
Alleged Assassination Attempt: Adefisoye Apologizes To Akingbaso As Idanre Monarch Sues For Peace
An end has finally come to the crisis rocking the ancient town of Idanre, Idanre Local Government Area Council of Ondo State as the two political gladiators in the town, have resolved to end their political acrimony which has thrown the Rocky City into confusion in the last two weeks.
Owa of Idanre...
Ondo SUBEB Joins United Nations To Celebrate World Education Day
Today is World Education Day
It is a day set aside by the resolution of the United Nations General Assembly on December 8th 2018 in celebration of role of education in bringing global peace and sustainable development.
All over the world Education has been seen as the most important weapon to...
Just In: Osun Tribunal Fixes Jan 27 For Judgement On Adeleke, Oyetola Case
The Osun Governorship Election Petition Tribunal hearing the petition of former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola against the victory of Senator Ademola Adeleke on July 16, 202, has fixed Friday 27th January 2023 for judgement.
Oyetola dragged the Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC) with Governor Adeleke and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) before the Tribunal challenging over voting...
President Buhari Inaugurates Lagos Rice Mill
President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday commended Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu for the State Government revolution in the agriculture sector, especially in rice production.
The Lagos Rice pyramid on display.
Gboyega Akosile, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor in a news release quoted the President as telling Governor...
Terrorists B*head Local Govt Chairman In Imo
Terrorists, who claimed that there will be no elections in the Southeast region, on Monday beheaded the Sole Administrator of Ideato North Local Government Area of Imo state, Mr Christopher Ohizu.
The council boss was kidnapped last Friday, alongside two others, and his houses set ablaze.
This was contained in a...
Breaking: Buhari Arrives Lagos On 2-day Visit
President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived Lagos on a two-day visit for a "Lagos Festival of Projects" commissioning.
The Presidential aircraft touched the ground at 3:33pm and the President was received by Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat and members of the State Executive Council.
Governors Biodun...
Kunlere Replaces Olafeso As PDP Campaign DG In Ondo
The Atiku/Okowa Presidential Campaign Organisation, Ondo State has approved the appointment of Senator Boluwaji Kunlere as the Director of the Campaigns in Ondo State.
Kennedy Ikantu Peretei, Deputy Director, Media and Publicity, Atiku/Okowa Presidential Campaign Organisation, Ondo State in a statement on Monday disclosed that the appointment is a replacement for Olorogun Eddy Olafeso...
Ondo Majority Leader, Ogunmolasuyi Celebrates Commissioner, Raimi Aminu On Birthday
Happy Birthday Our Honourable Commissioner of Lands, Housing and Infrastructure - Engr. Olayiwola Raimi Aminu FSNE Every new year in the life of individuals is always another opportunity to thank God.
Mostly, it is a time for reflection on how God’s grace has kept you so far.
FUTA Student Who Committed Suicide Couldn’t Account For N100000 Departmental Dues
A 300-level student of Industrial Design, Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), Olona Babajide Joseph could not account for the sum of N100000 meant for departmental dues before committing suicide.
This was the conclusion of a cross-section of FUTA students who were interviewed by Precision Online Newspaper on Saturday evening.
Olona...
Akogun Modupe Takes Senatorial Campaign To Ikare As Hon. Olemija Returns To PDP
The rank of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ondo North Senatorial District swells up as the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in the Northern Senatorial District, Akogun Adetokunbo Modupe, with others leaders of the party stormed Ikare-Akoko to receive former House of Representatives member representing Akoko North East and North West between 2015-2019, Hon Friday...
Supreme Court Restores Akpabio As APC Senatorial Candidate In Akwa Ibom
The Supreme Court has restored former Akwa Ibom State Governor, Godwin Akpabio as the senatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for Akwa Ibom North Senatorial District.
The Court of Appeal judgment delivered on November 14, 2022, which voided his candidacy was overturned.
In a unanimous judgment delivered by Justice...
Edo Train Attack: Two Chiefs, Seven Others Arrested
Two village chiefs have been arrested in connection with the January 7, 2023 Edo train attack which resulted in the kidnap of 20 passengers at the Igueben train station.
The state Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Chris Nehikhare, stated that seven other suspects had also been arrested in connection with the incident, adding that...
All Passengers Abducted In Edo Train Attack Have Been Freed – NRC
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) says all the people abducted at the Chief Tom Ikimi Railway Station Ekekhen in Igueben, Edo State, have regained their freedom.
Some gunmen had in January 7, kidnapped no fewer than 30 passengers waiting to board a train at the train station in Igueben LGA of the state, to...
NIDCOM Is A Strategic Link For Diaspora Engagement & MDAs – Dabiri-Erewa
“Policy Formation and The Implementation of Practical Experience: The National Diaspora Policy 2021 in Perspective” was the focus of the lecture delivered by Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the Chairman/CEO Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) at the National Defence College, Abuja.
The NiDCOM Chairman stated that the National Diaspora policy is a holistic and integrated document...
Three Dead After Clash Between IPOB Elements & Police In Imo
The police have shot dead three suspected members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed affiliate Eastern Security Network (ESN) in a gun duel in a foiled attack on Agwa Police station in Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State.
However, the hoodlums succeeded in burning down Agwa Central Vigilante Group...
OGSA Alumni Association Rolls Out Events Marking 70th Anniversary
Oyemekun Grammar School, Akure (OGSA) Alumni Association, on Wednesday during a press briefing rolled out the itinerary for its 70th anniversary.
The Press briefing was held at the Alumni Secretariat building in the School.
Rolling out the itinerary, the National Vice President, High Chief Segun Ogunjobi, informed journalists that...
Mimiko Fetes Ex Commonwealth’s Secretary-General, Emeka Anyaoku @90
Former Governor of Ondo State, Olusegun Mimiko on Wednesday feted the former Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations, Chief Emeka Anyaoku on becoming a Nonagenarian.
Chief Anyaoku clocks 90 on Wednesday.
Mimiko and Anyaoku at a function.
Mimiko in a message, personally signed by him and made...
Just In: Police Lay Siege To CBN Governor’s Abuja Home
The Maitama home of the Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele is currently under siege by a team of police officers.
The armed police officers, numbering over 10, were seen at about 8:40pm, Tuesday night, besieging the No. 8 Colorado Street, Maitama, Abuja home of the embattled governor of the apex bank.
70th Anniversary: FRSC Assures Oyemekun Alumni Of Support (Updated)
As the preparation for the 70th anniversary of Oyemekun Grammar School, Akure (OGSA) gets closer, the National President of the Alumni Association, Dr. Niyi Ijogun, on Tuesday, received the Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Ondo State Command, Mr. Ezekiel Sonallah.
ijogun in yellow top. To his left is the FRSC...
I Need Time To Rest After Treatment – Akeredolu Finally Speaks On His Health Status
Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu says he will continue to discharge his official duties to the good people of Ondo State in line with the REDEEMED Agenda of his administration, while he finds quality time to rest for renewed vigour and strength just like any man in his situation.
Akeredolu stated this on...
History As Isua Akoko Gets Police Secondary School
By Ibrahim Kilani
History was made on Monday when a new Police Secondary School was commissioned in the agrarian ancient town of Isua in Akoko south East local government area of Ondo State, making it the second of such college after the one at Itaogbolu.
With the establishment of this new...
DSS Wasn’t At CBN HQ – Spokespeson
The Department of State Services (DSS), on Monday, said it did not invade the office of the Central Bank of Nigeria.
In a statement, DSS spokesman, Peter Afunanya, also said the secret police did not arrest the CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele.
Dismissing media reports of the purported arrest, the DSS spokesman...
Betty Akeredolu’s Voice Note On Ademosu Affirms My Belief That Ondo Is Being Looted – Peretei
Kennedy Ikantu Peretei, Ondo State PDP Publicity Secretary says the recent outburst by the first lady of the State, Mrs Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, in a viral voice note, is an affirmation of his earlier stand that there is massive looting of the State's treasury by people in government.
Peretei, in an opinion written on Monday,...
Just In: DSS Storms CBN HQ
Operatives of the Department of State Service (DSS) have reportedly invaded the headquarters of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), cordoning off the office of the embattled governor of the apex bank, Godwin Emefiele.
“Sources say the invasion happened on Monday afternoon,” according to a Daily Sun breaking news flash.
“It...
Assassination Attempt: Adefisoye ‘Small Alhaji’ Looking For Sympathy Votes – Akingbaso
The candidate of the People's Democratic Party in the February 25 House of Representatives Election, Hon Festus Akingbaso has described the assassination narrative of the federal lawmaker, Tajudeen Adefisoye as a strategy to curry unwarranted sympathy votes from the people of Idanre/Ifedore Federal Constituency.
It could be recalled that, the...
Ondo Information Commissioner Fetes Ace Broadcaster, Ishaq Ismail Akinkunmi As He Bows Out Of Service
By Augustine Adeoye, Akure.
Alhaji Akinkunmi signing out of active service.
It was a moment of plethora of commendations and prayers from bosses, colleagues, family and friends of the Director of Planning , Research and Statistics in the Ondo state Ministry of Information and Orientation, Alhaji Ishaq Ismail Akinkunmi, as...
FUD Final Year Student Converts Sachet Water Wastes To Fuel
Zainab Bilyamin, a final year student of the Department of Chemistry Federal University Dutse has converted sachet water waste to hybrid fuel (kerosene and diesel) as her final year project.
The end product after the conversion
Her research project is titled “Conversion of low-density polyethylene and mixed low-density polyethylene...
Another Feather Added To Akeredolu’s Cap As Thousands Of Teachers Complete Refresher Course In Ondo
Teachers in Ondo State have expressed their gratitude to the government of the State as thousands of them in the Master Cadre in the profession, recently, completed a refresher course organized by the Public Service Training Institute, PSTI, Ilara Mokin, in Ondo State.
A review of government activities monitored by Toba Nesta Taiwo for...
Actor, Papa Ajasco Dies At 66
Veteran Nollywood actor, Femi Ogunrombi (Papa Ajasco), is dead.
He died at 66.
Ogunrombi took over the character of Papa Ajasco when Mr Abiodun Ayoyinka pulled out of the show.
His death was confirmed by a theatre practitioner, Husseini Shaibu, via his Twitter handle on Sunday.
Police Arrest Notorious Thug, Sunday ‘Sebe’ In Ondo
A Political thug in Idanre Local Government Area of Ondo State, Sunday Akinmolayan was on Saturday arrested by the Idanre Police Division over attack on one Israel on Friday, 14th January, 2022.
Reports say the thug led his gang to allegedly attack Israel, a member of the People's Democratic party.
The...
Police HQ In Kano Up In Flames
Properties worth millions of Naira have been reportedly destroyed as a result of a fire incident that occurred at the Bompai headquarters of the Nigeria Police in Kano.
A witness told Daily Sun that the fire started at about 2.00pm.in the afternoon on Saturday adding the it affected structures from the Provost office down...
Ondo Students Back Re-election Of Tunji-Ojo As House Of Reps Member
The re-election bid of the Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on the Niger Delta Development Commission, (NDDC), Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, again received a boost as students from Ondo State endorsed him for second term.
The students disclosed this during a tour on some projects executed by the lawmaker within...
Ondo Assembly Appeals High Court Ruling Reinstating Iroju As Deputy Speaker
The Ondo State House of Assembly has appealed the judgment of the State High Court reinstating Iroju Ogundeji as the Deputy Speaker.
The Spokesman of the Assembly Akogun Olugbenga Omole in a Press Release stated that the House also filled a stay of execution order on the judgement after consultations with its counsels.
Just In: Supreme Court Dethrones Obong Of Calabar
The Supreme Court has dethroned Edidem Ekpo Okon Abasi Otu V, the Obong of Calabar.
In a judgement delivered by Justice Mohammed Lawal Garba, the Supreme Court ordered the kingmakers and Traditional Rulers’ Council to immediately convoke a fresh selection process to produce another Obong of Calabar.
The court held that...
INEC Extends Collection Of PVC
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, on Thursday, extended by seven days, the deadline for collection of Permanent Voter’s Cards, PVCs.
The exercise will now end on January 29, instead of January 22, as earlier scheduled.
Since the collection of the PVCs started, the polity has been awash with complaints by...
Late Achievers University’s VC, Prof. Samuel Aje For Burial January 27
The late Vice Chancellor (VC) of Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State, Prof. Samuel Olabanji Aje, will be buried on Friday, January 27, 2023.
This is contained in the activities line up for the burial arrangement as announced by Mr and Mrs Olaniyi Abiodun, on behalf of the family of the late Professor of French...
Dayo Duyile, Young Journalist Who Covered UNILAG Commissioning In 1962 Bags Varsity’s PhD 60 Years After
In October 1962, Dayo Duyile, a 19-year-old journalist with Daily Times at the time, covered the event unveiling the University of Lagos (UNILAG) to the world.
Sixty years later, he is the oldest-ever male student to be conferred with a doctorate in UNILAG as the institution holds its 53rd convocation ceremony.
We Will Send You Away If Ikare Boils Again – Ondo Govt Warns Olukare, Owa Ale
The Ondo State Government says it will send away the two prominent monarchs in Ikare Akoko, the Olukare of Ikare and Owa Ale of Iyometa, if the town witnessed another turmoil.
Similarly, the government says it has relaxed the 24 hours curfew earlier imposed on Ikare- Akoko, headquarters of Akoko Northeast Local Government Area...
Akeredolu Effects Minor Cabinet Reshuffle
Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has approved the redeployment of three commissioners to various ministries in a minor cabinet reshuffle.
This is contained in a statement by the Governor's Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olatunde.
Those affected are the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Akinwumi Sowore; Commissioner for...
Independent Campaign Council Rolls Out Plans To Ensure APC Victory In Lagos
The Independent Campaign Council (ICC) working for election of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and the re-election of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu in Lagos State has launched a data driven campaign strategy to ensure the success of the party in the State.
The support group said it would leave...
Opinion: Official Keep-Right Rule, Overtaking Only By The Left Should Be Enforced By Olugbenga Arajulu
In retrospect, official keep-right rule was introduced in Nigeria on 2nd April, 1972 which made driving on right compulsory. Nigeria, a former British colony, had earlier been driving on the left with British imported right-hand drive cars, but when it gained independence, it wanted to throw off its colonial past and shifted to driving on the right...
Just In: INEC Releases List Of Over 93m voters For 2023 Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has released the list of over 93 million voters ahead of the 2023 general elections in February and March.
The list was unveiled by the INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu on Wednesday, after meeting with the leadership of the 18 political parties at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja.
Why We Appointed Prof. Irinoye As Acting VC – Achievers University’s Pro-Chancellor, Ayorinde
The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council of Achievers University, Owo (AUO), Ondo State, Dr. Bode Ayorinde, has explained the rationale behind the appointment of Omolola Irinoye, Professor of Community Health Nursing, as the acting Vice-Chancellor of the University.
Ayorinde while administering the oath of office on Irinoye. Photo credit: AUO
Hajj Expo: NAHCON Chair, Others Meet Grand Imam Of Makkah, Prays For Peace
In his bid at ensuring a hitch-free 2023 Hajj exercise, the Chairman/CEO of National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) Alhaji Zikrulah Kunle Hassan on the sideline met with the Grand Chief Imam of Makkah, Abdul Rahman Ibn Abdul Aziz al-Sudais at the on-going International Hajj exhibition in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia where he offered prayers for Muslims all...
Breaking: OAU Don, Omolola Irinoye Appointed Acting VC, Achievers University
A Professor of Nursing Science at the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Prof. Omolola Oladunni Irinoye, has been appointed as the Acting Vice Chancellor of Achievers University, Owo.
Precision Online Newspaper reports that the Ondo State-based University ratified the appointment of Prof. Irinoye at a Special Council meeting of the institution held on Monday, January...
Nigerians Abroad Should Be Commended For Projecting Us Well – Dabiri-Erewa
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has commended Nigerians abroad for projecting the good image of the country through their good conduct.
Speaking against the backdrop of Nigerians being portrayed negatively in some instances, the NIDCOM boss said though, like any other country , there are a few bad elements, but...
We Recognize Your Support For Ondo Govt – Finance Commissioner, Akinterinwa Hails Journalists
The Ondo state Commissioner for Finance, Mr Wale Akinterinwa, has commended journalists and media organizations in the state for their unprecedented support for the administration of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN.
Akinterinwa, made the remark on Monday when the leadership of the Ondo NUJ council led by Prince Leke Adegbite...
Insecurity: INEC Raises The Alarm On Likely Postponement Of 2023 Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has raised the alarm on the likely postponement of the forthcoming general elections.
INEC fears stemmed from the serious threat of cancellation of the elections if the insecurity across the country fails to improve.
INEC Chairman, Mahmood Yakubu, who expressed the concerns, also warned that...
Tinubu’s Visit: Ondo APC Elated Over Massive Turnout Of Party Members
Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), under the leadership of Engr. Ade Adetimehin, has applauded its members for the massive turnout, successful outing, organization, and the reception accorded the party's Presidential Candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, and other visiting leaders of the party during the rally at the Moshood Abiola Democracy Park, Akure, over...
Tinubu Promises Ondo Voters Deep Seaport. To Scrap Estimated Billings
Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2023 Presidential Election in Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has promised to actualize the Deep Seaport project in Ondo State.
Tinubu made the promise at a rally in Akure, the Ondo State Capital on Saturday.
The former Lagos State Governor also promised...
Breaking: Kevin McCarthy Finally Becomes Speaker, US House Of Representatives
After 15th round of voting, Kevin McCarthy has finally won vote to become Speaker of the US House of Representatives.
"I hope one thing is clear after this week: I will never give up. And I will never give up for you, the American people," McCarthy says in his opening address.
FG Committed To Adeyemi College Varsity Actualisation – Ag Provost
The Acting Provost, Adeyemi College of Education (ACE) Ondo, Dr. Ajigbade Ikuejube, has assured staff, students and members of Ondo community, that the Federal Government is fully committed to the actualisation of the institution to a University of Education.
Dr. Ikuejube gave the assurance in a goodwill message delivered at the 2023 New Year...
Breaking: Teacher In Critical Condition As Six-year-old Child Fires Gun At School In US City Of Virginia
A Six year old child firing gun at a school in US city of Virginia has left a teacher in critical condition.
The student shot a teacher during an altercation at a Virginia elementary school on Friday, police said. No students were injured in the incident at Richneck Elementary School, Newport News police said...
Tinubu Takes Campaign To Ondo Today Saturday
Today, Saturday 7th January 2023, the presidential campaign train of the All Progressives Congress (APC) stops at Ondo State.
A statement by Kunle Adebayo, Chairman, Media and Publicity Sub committee of the Campaign Council in Ondo State, indicated that Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu will lead other national leaders of the party from all parts...
Ikare Crisis: Akogun Adetokunbo Modupe Sues For Peace. Postpones Campaign Activities In Akoko North East
The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP for Ondo North Senatorial District in the forthcoming general elections, Akogun Adetokunbo Modupe has expressed his deep concern to the communal crisis that erupted in Ikare-Akoko few days ago.
Modupe's charge is contained in a statement signed by Wale Obanigba, Esq, Spokesperson, and Head of Communication,...
Riots As Mexican Authorities Arrest El Chapo’s Son, Ovidio Guzman-Lopez
No fewer than Three security operatives have been killed in clashes in the state of Sinaloa after the arrest of Ovidio Guzmán-López, one of the sons of notorious Mexican drug kingpin, "El Chapo".
Ovidia himself alleged to be a leader of his father's former cartel - was captured in Culiacán and transferred to Mexico...
Just In: Govt Declares 24hr Curfew In Warring Ondo Community
A 24-hour curfew has been imposed on Ikare-Akoko, headquarters of Akoko Northeast Local Government Area of Ondo State, with immediate effect.
Richard Olatunde, the chief press secretary to the Governor in a statement disclosed that the decision was made at the State Security Council meeting chaired by the Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON.
One Year After, A Tribute To Adegbaye Adebumiti (1951 – 2022)
By Olusegun Hakeem Adebumiti
"Eni Omo sin lo bimo - He who has been buried by a child is the one who we can indeed say gave birth to a child."
This yoruba maxim above, pardon my loose translation, will eternally be a source of my joy and that of my...
One Feared Dead, Many injured, Shops Burnt As Fulani, Hausa Clash In Ondo
One person has been reportedly killed with many people sustaining injuries on Tuesday evening when Fulani and Hausa settlers engaged in a bloody clash at the popular Ogbese Market in Akure North Area of Ondo State.
Precision Online Newspaper gathered that the clash started on Tuesday evening and snowballed into a full blown crisis...
Adeolu Gboyega Appointed Chief Executive, Crest Media Group As Crest FM Opens In Ibadan
Adeolu Gboyega has been appointed the Chief Executive of the Crest Media Group.
In a letter by the Chairman, Governing board of Cresthills Media Concepts Ltd, Prince Ade Adekambi, he said the promotion of Mr Gboyega as the Chief Executive of the media group followed his exemplary performance as the Chief Operating Officer of...
NSCIA: Muslims Should Be Ready To Vote In 2023
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) recently met in Abuja to deliberate on the affairs of Muslims in Nigeria.
The meeting led by the NSCIA President-General and the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Saad Abukakar, urged Muslims to get their permanent voter cards and be ready to vote in the February and March...
