Month: June 2026
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As Osun state Governorship election approaches , Civil society groups, National Association of Nigerian Students and other stakeholders in Osun State, have called for the replacement of the present commissioner of police in Osun State Mr. Ibrahim Gotan by the Inspector General of Police, Mr.Olatunji Disu. The CSOs and other bodies under the umbrella, Network […]
The electoral umpire in the country has been directed by a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja to begin the process of deregistering five political parties following a ruling that found them culpable violating constitutional provisions guiding their continued existence. Delivering judgment on Monday, Justice Peter Lifu ruled in favour of the National Forum of […]
The Nigerian Army’s 35 Artillery Brigade, in collaboration with other security agencies, has arrested 46 suspected illegal immigrants in Ogun State. According to a statement by the Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, Major Idereghi Akari, the suspects were apprehended in Ijebu Imushin, Ijebu Ilese and nearby communities during a coordinated security operation following credible […]
The Governor of Bauchi State Bala Mohammed, has urged all Nigerians to be in unity in order to build robust security networks to address the country’s present security problems Bala Mohammed made the call on Sunday when he paid a visit to his Oyo State counterpart Seyi Makinde over the recent abduction of teachers and […]
A farmer in Ilora Afijio local government area of Oyo state, is currently battling with his life after he was attacked by suspected Fulani herds men. The victim, Sola Adepoju was said to have been stabbed by three fulani herdsmen while working on a farm. According Mr. Kolawole Adepoju, the victim’s father, an attempt by […]
In another wave of terrorist attacks,Suspected Boko Haram have invaded and set a block of five classrooms and a staff office at Government Day Secondary School, Kautikari Village, in Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State. Education Secretary of Chibok Local Government Area, Malah Kyari,told newsmen that the destroyed properties were Junior Secondary school facilities. […]
By Babatunde Olayiwola As political activities gradually gather momentum ahead of the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State, the aspiration of Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli continues to attract growing attention among residents, stakeholders and party faithful across the state. Many observers believe that the lawmaker’s ambition is anchored on a genuine desire to accelerate development, […]
Ogbomoso Muslim Justice Forum has confirmed the death of Aare Musulumi of Ogbomoso Land, Alhaji Abdulganiyu Owodunni. The religious leader was said to have passed away on Saturday. Alhaji Abdulganiyu was the 2nd Aare Muslim of Ogbomosho .He was installed by the late Soun, Oba Jimoh Ajagungbade 3. A social media post by a member […]
Anticipation is building within the Christian community in Oyo State as the Christ Light Singers Ministry,also known as Eruretooba finalizes preparations for its flagship annual event, “Mid Year Praise in His Presence.” This year’s edition, under the theme “Excellent God,” is designed to gather believers from all walks of life for a day of intense […]
A Veteran actor, Kola Oyewo is dead. Kola Oyewo was popular in the Yoruba movie, Saworo Ide. He died on Friday at the age of 80. Announcing his passing on Instagram on Friday, Actor Kunle Afod wrote: “Kola Oyewo has taken his final bow. His remarkable talent, timeless performances, and immense contributions to the Nigerian […]
