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It is with great honor and humility that Tunde Olaogun announces his conferment as the Tayese of Oluwo, Iju-Ogundimu. This prestigious traditional title is a testament to his outstanding contributions, dedication, and commitment to the community. The traditional council, in recognition of Tunde Olaogun’s relentless efforts and selfless service, has deemed him worthy of this esteemed title. The conferment ceremony, ... Read More »

The founder of Afe Babalola University Ado Ekiti, Aare Afe Babalola, SAN, has accepted to withdraw charges against Human Rights Activist and kawyer, Dele Farotimi who is facing criminal defamation charges. This followed the appeal by foremost Yoruba Monarchs, including the Ooni of Ife Oba Adeyeye Oguwusi and other prominent Ekiti monarchs. They pleaded with legal icon to drop the ... Read More »

SGF urges Northern Christians to maintain peace Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern States and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja has noted that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s inclusive governance irrespective of ethno- religious differences of the people has overtaken the hitherto heated argument about the Muslim-Muslim ticket at the Presidency. However, the Northern CAN Chairman, Rev. ... Read More »

The former speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has denied allegations of corruption leveled against him, describing them as baseless and politically motivated. The Nation reports that Obasa was removed as the speaker on January 13, over allegations of misconduct and mismanagement of funds, and replaced with his former Deputy, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Lawal-Meranda. Speaking on ... Read More »

The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure, the Ondo State capital, has upheld the death sentences slammed on Chief Ramon Adedoyin over the death Mr. Timothy Adegoke, a student of the Obafemi Awolowo University. Chief Adedoyin was found guilty by an Osun State High Court and subsequently sentenced to death Adegoke was allegedly killed inside the Hilton hotels owned by ... Read More »

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have rescued the wife of the former Assistant Inspector General, Hakeem Odumosu. The Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, confirmed this on his official X handle on Thursday morning. Adejobi added that the abductors of Mrs Folasade Odumosu were killed, and ransom used as bait was recovered from the culprits. He said the Inspector ... Read More »

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Dr. Kayode Opeifa as the new Managing Director of the Nigeria Railway Corporation. This appointment is seen as a strategic move to modernize the country’s railway network and enhance its economic growth. Dr. Opeifa, a renowned transportation expert, brings a wealth of experience to the role. He previously served as the Lagos State Commissioner ... Read More »

Minister for Special Duties and Intergovernmental Affairs, Zaphaniah Jisalo has said that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is determined to ensure that the local government system is working well in the overall interest of the country. Speaking at a sporting event organised by the office of the Mandate Secretary in charge of Youth Affairs in the FCT, the Minister appealed to ... Read More »

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is currently meeting with a delegation of Ogoni leadership at the State House, Abuja. The meeting, which commenced at about 2:37 pm with the arrival of President Tinubu, has the Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, Wike, traditional rulers, clergy and political leaders, in attendance. The meeting, which has been discussed amongst other groups at the different ... Read More »

President Bola Tinubu expresses his appreciation for the Nigeria Governors’ Forum following their unanimous endorsement of the four Tax Reform Bills currently under consideration by the National Assembly. President Tinubu lauds the governors for their bold leadership and commitment to fostering unity among leaders nationwide, transcending regional, ethnic, and political barriers to advance Nigeria’s development. Thursday’s productive consultation between the ... Read More »