7 m. ago Aiyedatiwa mourns Akeredolu, laments his absence at swearing

The newly sworn-in Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has expressed deep sorrow that his predecessor, the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, was not alive to witness his swearing-in ceremony. Speaking during his inaugural speech after being sworn in as the 7th governor of Ondo State, Aiyedatiwa paid tribute to Akeredolu’s visionary leadership and tireless efforts Read More

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18 m. ago Oyo APC Chides Makinde Over Comments On Osun Political Crisis

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has cautioned Governor Seyi Makinde against dabbling into the Osun State political crisis. The party’s publicity secretary, Olawale Sadare, in a statement in Ibadan on Monday, asked Makinde to desist from embarking on further actions capable of inciting the people of Osun against one another. Governor Makinde […]

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18 m. ago Alleged money laundering: Yahaya Bello’s name not on property documents, EFCC witness tells court

Tribune Online Alleged money laundering: Yahaya Bello’s name not on property documents, EFCC witness tells court The trial of the immediate past governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, commenced on Monday before Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja, with the first prosecution witness, Segun Joseph Adeleke, telling the court that Yahaya Bello's name did not appear on any of the two properties being examined on Monday. Alleged money laundering: Yahaya Bello’s name not on property documents, EFCC witness tells court Tribune Online

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1 hour ago Federal Gov’t Suspends Council Meeting Over LG Crisis In Osun

The meeting of the National Council for Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy earlier scheduled to be held in Osun State from February 25 to 27, 2025 has been postponed. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris announced the postponement, citing the heightened political tensions due to the crisis that erupted recently over local […]

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2 h. ago Crowd provoked me, so I scored, Neymar reacts to spectacular goal for Santos

Brazilian star Neymar expressed his delight after scoring directly from a corner in Santos’ 3-0 victory over Internacional de Limeira in the Paulista Championship on Sunday. Speaking after the match, the 33-year-old forward revealed how he responded to the home crowd’s taunts by delivering a spectacular “Olympic goal.” “I went to take the corner, they Read More

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2 h. ago Nigerians help me, Afenifere youth leader begs for N100m ransom in viral video

The National President of the Afenifere National Youth Council, Prince Eniola Ojajuni, has appealed to Nigerians to help him raise the N100 million ransom demanded by the kidnappers who threatened to kill him by 3 pm on Monday. This was disclosed in a trending video on Monday showing the disturbed Afenifere youth chieftain pleading for Read More

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2 h. ago Osun LG Polls: Don’t Truncate Democracy With FG’s Support – Gov Makinde Warns APC

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has issued warning to All Progressive Congress to avoid setting Osun State on fire amid political unrest in the state. Governor Makinde’s statement is coming, following a just concluded Local Government election held on the 22nd of February, 2025, across 30 LGAs in Osun. Speaking on Sunday during the swearing-in […] The post Osun LG Polls: Don’t Truncate Democracy With FG’s Support – Gov Makinde Warns APC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 h. ago NPA has simplified export processes for traders, investors — Dantsoho

Tribune Online NPA has simplified export processes for traders, investors — Dantsoho The Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, on Monday called on the trading and investing public to explore the tailor-made simplified export processes and other vistas of opportunity now available at the Nigerian Ports Authority. NPA has simplified export processes for traders, investors — Dantsoho Tribune Online

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4 h. ago FG raises speed concerns on rehabilitated Third Mainland Bridge

The Federal Government has expressed concern about excessive speed by motorists on the newly-rehabilitated Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos State. read more FG raises speed concerns on rehabilitated Third Mainland Bridge

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5 h. ago Focus on legislative duties, stop distracting Nigerians, group urges Natasha

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja An advocacy group under the umbrella of Citizens Network for Peace and Development in Nigeria has warned Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to focus on her legislative duties and desist from being a constant distraction to the upper chambers and Nigerians in general. The group, in a statement by its Executive Director, Barr […] The post Focus on legislative duties, stop distracting Nigerians, group urges Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Inauguration: Aiyedatiwa frees eight inmates, reduces sentences for 35 others

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Monday, marked his swearing-in with a bold act of clemency, granting freedom and reduced sentences to 43 prisoners. Acting on the recommendations of the State Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, Aiyedatiwa ordered the immediate release of eight convicts, while 15 death row inmates had their sentences commuted Read More

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5 h. ago Osun LG Saga: Adeleke Directs Newly Inaugurated Chairmen To Steer Clear Of Councils

To avoid another round of steady violence ensuing in local government secretariats in Osun State, Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed the newly inaugurated council chairmen in the state to stay away from local government secretariat pending the resolution of the legal tussle bedevilling local government administration in the state. Adeleke gave the directive in Osogbo […]

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6 h. ago PDP: Damagum Decries Internal Wranglings, Govs Welcome Osun LG Polls

The national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Iliya Damagum, has warned against internal and external interference in the party’s affairs. He said the party’s leadership is capable of steering the party toward a brighter future. Damagum described the situation as a sign of the PDP’s rebirth, signaling a renewed commitment to its foundational […]

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6 h. ago Expert urges Oyo community to adopt agriculture, crafts for economic growth

The President of the Nigerian Society of Animal Protection, Professor Olaniyi Babayemi, has emphasised the crucial role of agriculture and traditional crafts in driving economic growth in Okeho, a historic town in Oyo State. This was contained in a communiqué issued by the summit organisers, Egbe Omo Ibile Okeho, led by former FirstBank Managing Director, Read More

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8 h. ago Corporate Earnings, Dividends To Trigger Mixed Stock Market Performance

The stock market has been on the uptrend for the fifth consecutive week and this movement was driven by investors taking positions for portfolio rebalancing, prompted by pressured sell-offs across various counters and shaped by expectations and outcomes of the newly rebased CPI report and MPC decisions, where the policy committee unanimously decided to pause […]

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8 h. ago At Kaduna Trade Fair: FMBN Recommits To Affordable Housing Delivery

The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening housing finance and mortgage access to enhance affordable homeownership, reduce the existing housing deficit and contribute to the country’s Gross Domestic Product. The managing director/chief executive of the Bank, Shehu Usman Osidi, gave the assurance in a goodwill message conveyed by the […]

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9 h. ago Gov Adeleke Swears In Newly Elected LG Chairmen, Councillors In Osun, Calls For Good Governance

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has swore in newly elected local government chairmen and councillors across the state. Speaking in Oshogbo on Sunday, Governor Adeleke, urged them to focus on good governance while warning against any attempt to forcibly occupy council secretariats. He also expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for resisting attempts by some […] The post Gov Adeleke Swears In Newly Elected LG Chairmen, Councillors In Osun, Calls For Good Governance appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago “Over 11,000 Shops Closed, 40 Suspects Arrested For Selling Fake Drugs” – NAFDAC

National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, has said that over 11,000 shops have been sealed and 40 suspects arrested in its ongoing nationwide fight against substandard and counterfeit medicines. Addressing newsmen on Saturday, in Lagos State, Director-General of NAFDAC, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, stated that the enforcement had been planned for over a […] The post “Over 11,000 Shops Closed, 40 Suspects Arrested For Selling Fake Drugs” – NAFDAC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Gov Buni Establishes Yobe Mining Development Company, Appoints Engr Yerima As MD

In a bold move to harness the untapped solid mineral resources in Yobe State, Governor Mai Mala Buni has announced the establishment of the Yobe Mining Development Company (YMDC) and appointed a renowned geologist, Engr. Bamodu Yerima, , as its pioneer Managing Director. A statement issued by the senior special Assistant Digital and Strategic Communication, […]

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9 h. ago The Sun Award’ll boost our efforts to make Niger State, NDDC better –Bago, Ogbuku

          Governor Bago and Ogbuku are among 36 Nigerians who will be honoured with various awards by The Sun on March 1, 2025 in Lagos. They spoke separately in Lagos and Port Harcourt when the Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief, The Sun Publishing Limited, Onuoha Ukeh presented them the letters nominating them for The […] The post The Sun Award’ll boost our efforts to make Niger State, NDDC better –Bago, Ogbuku appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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