2 h. ago “Forget Northern Support In 2027″– Reno Omokri Tells Peter Obi For Not Attending Buhari’s Burial

Controversial socio-political analyst, Reno Omokri has knocked former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi for failing to attend late president Muhammadu Buhari’s burial in Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday. Speaking in a statement on Tuesday, via his X Page, Omokri said that Obi’s absence at the late Buhari’s burial showed his disposition towards Northern region. He […] The post “Forget Northern Support In 2027″– Reno Omokri Tells Peter Obi For Not Attending Buhari’s Burial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Shettima leads delegation to Daura for prayers at Buhari’s residence

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   A day after the burial of former President Muhammadu Buhari, Vice President Kashim Shettima, acting on the directive of President Bola Tinubu, is leading a delegation comprising ministers, governors, and mourners to Daura for prayers in honour of the late leader. According to the statement by his media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, joining […] The post Shettima leads delegation to Daura for prayers at Buhari’s residence appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Awujale’s burial rite frees Yoruba kings from oppression – Oluwo

By John Ogunsemore The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, said the burial rite of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, has liberated Yoruba kings from physical and spiritual oppression after their demise. The Oluwo stated this in a Tuesday statement signed by his Press Secretary, Alli Ibraheem. Oba Adetona, who died aged […] The post Awujale’s burial rite frees Yoruba kings from oppression – Oluwo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago End Of An Era – HRM Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, The Awujale Of Ijebu Land

When the news filtered in that His Royal Majesty, Oba Sikiru Olukayode Adetona (1934 – 2025), Ọgbagba Agbotewole II, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebu Land, had joined his ancestors, a profound silence swept across Ijebuland, Ogun State, and indeed Nigeria. An era had ended. A royal voice, revered for its clarity, courage, and […]

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15 h. ago Bayelsa govt sacks palace aides, stops royalty payments to Opuama monarch

Tribune Online Bayelsa govt sacks palace aides, stops royalty payments to Opuama monarch Bayelsa State government has announced the immediate termination of all appointments made by the paramount ruler of Opuama Clan in the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, His Royal Highness, Kenneth Engo Opukeme. It also directed the stoppage of all payments of royalties due to Opuama through Chief Opukeme’s personal bank account, describing recent actions by […] Bayelsa govt sacks palace aides, stops royalty payments to Opuama monarch Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Awujale’s noble burial rites, freedom for Yoruba monarchs from secret groups — Oluwo

Tribune Online Awujale’s noble burial rites, freedom for Yoruba monarchs from secret groups — Oluwo The Paramount Ruler of Iwoland, HIM Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has described the burial process for the late Awujale of Ijebuland, HIM Oba Sikiru Adetona as a freedom for Yoruba traditional institution and a step towards the restoration of the sanctity of Yoruba traditional institution.  Awujale’s noble burial rites, freedom for Yoruba monarchs from secret groups — Oluwo Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Awujale was a man of grace who served Ijebu diligently, says APC chieftain

The Sun A chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), Otunba Oladayo Ogunjebe, has described the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, Ogbagba II, as a man of candour and grace who served his people diligently for 64 years. Otunba Ogunjebe said in a press statement that the monarch, who passed away on […] The post Awujale was a man of grace who served Ijebu diligently, says APC chieftain appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Katsina Police Deploy Thousands Of Personnel For Buhari’s Burial

Operatives of Katsina State Police Command have been deployed across strategic areas in the state ahead of former President Muhammadu Buhari‘s burial. The measures is said to ensure a peaceful and hitch-free ceremony for the late military head of state on Tuesday. The Command said that it has made extensive security arrangements in collaboration with […] The post Katsina Police Deploy Thousands Of Personnel For Buhari’s Burial appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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24 h. ago As Awujale’s elder, I couldn’t bow or see him — Lenuwa explains absence at palace

Tribune Online As Awujale’s elder, I couldn’t bow or see him — Lenuwa explains absence at palace The Lenuwa of Ode-Omi, Oba Folailu Adekunle Hassan, has explained why his Official Staff was not present at the palace of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikirullah Kayode Adetona, stating that as an elder brother to the Awujale... As Awujale’s elder, I couldn’t bow or see him — Lenuwa explains absence at palace Tribune Online

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26 h. ago After 6 Years In Boko Haram Captivity, 2 Minors Regain Freedom

Borno State Police Command has confirmed that two minors, Ayuba Ishaku, 12; and Yakubu Haruna, 13, have escaped from captivity nearly six years after Boko Haram abducted them. The two boys who are both natives of Mandaragrau Village in Biu local government area, were kidnapped when they were six and seven years old respectively on […]

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27 h. ago Olamiju commiserates with Tinubu over loss of Buhari, Awujale

Tribune Online Olamiju commiserates with Tinubu over loss of Buhari, Awujale He further stated that President Tinubu has lost two confidants who consistently guided and advised him through critical stages. Olamiju commiserates with Tinubu over loss of Buhari, Awujale Tribune Online

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27 h. ago Buhari Fought To Defeat Insurgents Till His Last Days In Office – Buratai

Former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai (rtd), has paid tribute to late former president, Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a determined and focused leader who prioritized national security and the fight against terrorism. Speaking on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Katsina during preparations for Buhari’s burial in Daura, Buratai reflected on his […] The post Buhari Fought To Defeat Insurgents Till His Last Days In Office – Buratai appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Five major national events postponed over public holiday in honour of Buhari’s burial

Tribune Online Five major national events postponed over public holiday in honour of Buhari’s burial These are the major national events postponed over the holiday in honour of Buhari’s burial in Daura today. Five major national events postponed over public holiday in honour of Buhari’s burial Tribune Online

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28 h. ago Nigeria lacks expertise needed to handle Buhari’s health – Femi Adesina

Former presidential spokesperson Femi Adesina has said the late Muhammadu Buhari could have died long ago if he had relied on Nigerian hospitals to manage his health. In the wake of the former president’s death, Adesina, who spoke during Channels Television’s coverage of the burial, added that Nigeria lacks the expertise needed to handle Buhari’s […] The post Nigeria lacks expertise needed to handle Buhari’s health – Femi Adesina appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago PICTORIAL: Women Recite Qur’an Inside Buhari’s Residence Ahead Of Burial In Daura

A solemn atmosphere enveloped the residence of late former President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, Katsina State, on Tuesday morning, as a group of women gathered to offer prayers and recite the Qur’an in his honour. The women, believed to be close family members and long-time associates of the former President, assembled in an inner section […]

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31 h. ago PICTORIAL: Tight Security At Buhari’s Daura Residence Ahead State Funeral

Security has been beefed up at the Daura residence of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari ahead of his burial rites on Tuesday. A combined team of security personnel, including operatives from the Nigerian Army, Police, and Department of State Services (DSS), has been deployed to the area. As early as 8:00am, security operatives barricaded […]

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31 h. ago Buhari Told Me He Knew Nothing About DSS, Army Invasion Of Sunday Igboho’s House — Tunde Bakare

Serving Overseer of Citadel Global Community Church, Pastor Tunde Bakare has addressed viral report claiming that former president Muhammadu Buhari was responsible for security agencies inversion of Yoruba Nation activist, Sunday Igboho. Pastor Bakare stressed that the former president spoke with him privately on many issues that faced the country, before his death. Recall that […] The post Buhari Told Me He Knew Nothing About DSS, Army Invasion Of Sunday Igboho’s House — Tunde Bakare appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Shettima departs London with Buhari’s family to Nigeria for burial in Daura today

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima has left London accompanied by members of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari’s family, heading to Nigeria for the burial ceremony scheduled today in Daura, Katsina State. Following directives from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Shettima is leading the delegation tasked with bringing Buhari’s remains back to his […] The post Shettima departs London with Buhari’s family to Nigeria for burial in Daura today appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Buhari: Tinubu to receive body in Katsina, as world leaders pour encomiums

…25 FEC Members in Katsina for the burial …. Special FEC now holds on Friday, 18th July President Bola Tinubu read more Buhari: Tinubu to receive body in Katsina, as world leaders pour encomiums

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34 h. ago Photos: Awujale, Oba Sikiru Adetona, laid to rest in Ijebu Ode

The remain of Oba Sikiru Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebuland, has been laid to rest at his private residence in read more Photos: Awujale, Oba Sikiru Adetona, laid to rest in Ijebu Ode

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