5 h. ago Makinde vows impartiality in traditional rulership as new Alaafin is crowned

The Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his administration will continue to ensure that due process and laid down rules are followed in governing the state. The governor added that his administration would maintain a record of not interfering in traditional institutions and also remain impartial in the process of selecting traditional rulers. Read More

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7 h. ago Alaafin stool, a symbol of cultural pride in Africa’s empire – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday described the Alaafin of Oyo stool as a symbol of cultural pride, unity, and enduring legacy of one of Africa’s most powerful empires. Tinubu said this during the unveiling of the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, at the Olivet Baptist High School, Oyo, on Saturday. PUNCH Online reports Read More

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8 h. ago Alaafin throne symbol of cultural pride, unity, enduring legacy – Tinubu

By Oluseye Ojo and Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan President Bola Tinubu has called the Alaafin of Oyo’s royal stool a symbol of cultural pride, unity, and the lasting legacy of one of Africa’s greatest empires. He spoke on Saturday at the coronation of Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I as the new Alaafin in Oyo town. Tinubu, […] The post Alaafin throne symbol of cultural pride, unity, enduring legacy – Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Kwara, Thomas Adewumi Varsity Sign MoU On Upgrade Of Hospital

Kwara State government has signed an agreement to upgrade the Omu-Aran General Hospital in Irepodun local government area to a teaching hospital for the medical students of Thomas Adewumi University (TAU), Oko-Irese. The signing of the agreement attracted senior government officials, traditional rulers, top academics, and stakeholders in the sector. In her keynote address on […]

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25 h. ago I wasn’t prepared for traditional stool – Gbong Gwom Jos, Buba

Gbong Gwom Jos and Chairman of the Plateau State Council of Chiefs and Emirs, and former Controller-General of Customs, His Royal Majesty, Gyang Buba, speaks to JAMES ABRAHAM on how he joined the Customs before becoming a monarch, security challenges in Plateau State, among other issues Can you tell us about your background and upbringing? Read More

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29 h. ago Anambra CP deploys officers, urges professionalism ahead of primaries

The Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Ikioye Orutugu, has deployed officers across the state ahead of political party primaries scheduled for Saturday, April 5. While addressing the Command’s strategy officers on Friday, Orutugu stressed the need for professionalism as political activities begin. He explained the deployment was in preparation for the primaries, where Read More

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35 h. ago Plateau: 40 more bodies recovered as death toll in Bokkos killings hits 52

Soldiers recover cash, arms, ammunition From Jude Owuamanam Jos Forty more bodies have been recovered in the coordinated attacks by gunmen in some communities in Bokkos local government council of Plateau State, bringing the death toll to 52. Our correspondent gathered that a search and rescue team, which combed the bushes after some villagers were […] The post Plateau: 40 more bodies recovered as death toll in Bokkos killings hits 52 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago 56% Of Cyberattacks Bypass Security With Legitimate Logins — Report

More than half of cyberattacks in 2024 bypassed traditional security defenses by using legitimate login credentials, rather than exploiting system vulnerabilities, a newly released 2025 Sophos Active Adversary Report revealed. The report, which analysed over 400 cases of Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and Incident Response (IR), revealed that 56 percent of cyberattacks were executed […]

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39 h. ago “Come Watch Me Win” – Portable Tells Burna Boy Ahead Of Fight With Speed Darlington

Nigerian singer Portable has kicked off intensive training in preparation for his upcoming boxing showdown with Speed Darlington, following a growing feud between the two musicians. The rivalry between the two began when Speed Darlington invited Portable to perform at his April concert. However, a dispute over performance fees soon escalated into a war of […] The post “Come Watch Me Win” – Portable Tells Burna Boy Ahead Of Fight With Speed Darlington appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December

Tribune Online Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December Lagos State Government is poised to take full regulatory control of electricity in the state by December, according to Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr Biodun Ogunleye. This development comes as the state prepares to host the inaugural Lagos Energy Summit 2025, themed “Journey to Energy for All”. Ogunleye revealed that the state government […] Lagos govt set to assume full regulatory authority for electricity by December Tribune Online

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42 h. ago FCT FA Gives N720,000 To Area Councils As Inaugural Women’s Football Tourney Kicks Off April 10

The Federal Capital Territory Football Association (FCT FA) has allocated a total of N720,000 to the six Area Councils in the Territory in preparation for its inaugural Inter-Area Councils Women’s Tournament, set to commence on April 10, 2025. The funding announcement was made in a press statement signed by the head of media committee, FCT […]

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43 h. ago Why traditional sales tactics fail in Nigeria’s SaaS industry—solutions

Nigeria’s Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) industry is maturing rapidly, yet many companies still rely on outdated sales tactics to boost adoption. Cold read more Why traditional sales tactics fail in Nigeria’s SaaS industry—solutions

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48 h. ago Yobe Desert Players, Officials Hospitalized After Road Accident

Some Yobe Desert players and their Technical Adviser, Ngozi Elechi, survived a ghastly motor-accident this afternoon along Jos-Akwanga road. It was gathered that the accident involved a mass transit bus conveying players and their officials, as the club’s bus was not in order. READ MORE: Ten Killed, 12 Injured In Yobe Road Accident In a statement […] The post Yobe Desert Players, Officials Hospitalized After Road Accident appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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57 h. ago Gov Aiyedatiwa Approves Appointment Of Olowo As Ondo Council Of Obas Chairman

Ondo State governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approved the appointment of the Olowo of Owo, Oba (Dr) Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye II, as the new chairman of the State’s Council of Traditional Rulers. The governor made the announcement on Thursday during a special meeting of the Council at the Obas’ Secretariat in Akure as the outgone […]

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57 h. ago Aiyedatiwa appoints Olowo of Owo as Chairman, Ondo traditional rulers’ council

Tribune Online Aiyedatiwa appoints Olowo of Owo as Chairman, Ondo traditional rulers’ council Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, on Thursday, approved the appointment of the Olowo of Owo, Oba (Dr) Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye, as the new Chairman of the Ondo State Council of Traditional Rulers. Aiyedatiwa appoints Olowo of Owo as Chairman, Ondo traditional rulers’ council Tribune Online

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57 h. ago Dunamis Founder Paul Enenche, Wife Mark 31 Years Of ‘Pressure

The founder and senior pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre in Abuja, Dr. Paul Enenche, has proudly declared that his marriage has remained free of pressure for 31 years, attributing this remarkable stability to the preservation of Jesus Christ. As the cleric and his wife, Dr. Becky Paul-Enenche, a distinguished medical director, prepared to celebrate […]

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58 h. ago UNICAL to host international conference on indigenous knowledge systems

Tribune Online UNICAL to host international conference on indigenous knowledge systems The University of Calabar (UNICAL) is preparing to host the 26th Annual International Conference of the African Council for Communication Education (ACCE) for its Nigeria chapter from 21 to 24 October 2025. UNICAL to host international conference on indigenous knowledge systems Tribune Online

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66 h. ago Traditional Ruler Sacks Chief Over Alleged Insubordination, Extortion

The Sabiganna of Iganna Kingdom in Oyo State, Oba Saliu Oyemonla Azeez Agunloye, has sacked one of the chiefs in the kingdom, Mallam Memudu, over alleged insubordination, extortion and actions capable of destabilising the peace within Iwajowa local government area of the state. The monarch had lodged a complaint with the Iganna police area command, […]

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68 h. ago Heirs Energies To Deliver 100,000 Barrels Of Oil Production Daily

Heirs Energies is making significant investment progress as it prepares to exert more pressure to deliver more oil from its field assets in Nigeria. The company’s chief executive officer (CEO), Osayande Igiehon, while delivering insights on African energy leadership at the inaugural Congo Energy & Investment Forum held in Brazzaville from March 24-26, 2025, said,: […]

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2 d. ago Metal poisoning: Sokoto warns against patronising native doctors

The Sokoto State Government has expressed concern over the use of harmful traditional practices in treating metal poisoning cases. The Commissioner for Health, Dr Abubakar Wurno, condemned the practice of making incisions on patients’ stomachs as a form of treatment and called for its immediate cessation. Speaking during the presentation of government-supplied drugs for metal Read More

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