8 h. ago From controversies to coronation: Owoade’s tortuous journey to Alaafin throne

Akeem Owoade, 49, will be officially crowned the 46th Alaafin of Oyo on Saturday. Several controversies trailed Owoade’s emergence with Governor Seyi Makinde, the Oyo Mesi (kingmakers) and Prof Wande Abimbola, as key players. Regardless of the twists and turns leading to his coronation April 5, the expectations of Oyo indigenes of their new king Read More

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8 h. ago Iyahen Intern’l Academy awards scholarships to three students at Inter House Sports

Three outstanding students were awarded scholarships by the by Prince Iyahen, the proprietor of Iyahen International Academy at the just concluded school’s Inter House Sports over the weekend. The students- Eldad Aboghene Imade, who emerged the most outstanding student with five gold medals, Kinston Ehidiamen, the second most outstanding with two gold medals and a […] The post Iyahen Intern’l Academy awards scholarships to three students at Inter House Sports appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago “I Didn’t Break Any Law, Nobody Can Stop Me, I’m Not A Bastard Of Ebira Land” — Natasha Tells Supporters Amid Kogi Govt’s Restrictions

Suspended Senator representing Kogi central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has insisted that her visitation to Kogi State will not be stopped by anybody. Addressing her supporters and residents of Ihima community, the lawmaker said that it is not a crime for joining her people in celebrating Sallah. Recall that Kogi State government had issued ban on any […] The post “I Didn’t Break Any Law, Nobody Can Stop Me, I’m Not A Bastard Of Ebira Land” — Natasha Tells Supporters Amid Kogi Govt’s Restrictions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Mr Macaroni Calls Out ‘Selective Activists,’ Says He’s Always Stood Against Evil

Popular Nigerian comedian and activist, Mr Macaroni, has called out individuals who only speak up against injustice when it directly affects them. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, the outspoken skit maker condemned what he described as hypocrisy, insisting that he has consistently stood against wrongdoing regardless of tribe, religion, or social […] The post Mr Macaroni Calls Out ‘Selective Activists,’ Says He’s Always Stood Against Evil appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Lagos warns commercial bus drivers against route violations, illegal parking

The Lagos State Government has warned commercial bus operators, particularly drivers of mini buses, colloquially known as ‘Korope’, against route violations and illegal parking across the state. The Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Transportation, Sola Giwa, gave the warning in a statement on Tuesday in Lagos. The statement was signed by the Director Read More

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15 h. ago NSCDC nabs Osun teacher molesting pupil, man for defiling minor 

Osun State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, on Tuesday, said a 22-year-old male school teacher, Rufai Akorede, has been arrested for allegedly molesting a seven-year-old female pupil (name withheld) in Ilesa. The suspect was accused of thrusting his manhood into the mouth of the victim in a classroom, after school hours. Read More

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15 h. ago Korea International Cooperation Agency to intervene in Ekiti smart education

From Priscilla Ediare, Ado-Ekiti As part of its efforts to improve smart education in Ekiti State, the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) is set to commence the second phase of its educational intervention at the Ekiti Smart School in Ijan-Ekiti, Gbonyin Local Government Area of the state. Prof. Femi Akinwumi, the Executive Chairman of the […] The post Korea International Cooperation Agency to intervene in Ekiti smart education appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Makinde Suspends Demolition Of Popular Oyo Market Razed By Fire

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has ordered the suspension of the planned demolition of a section of popular Aleshinloye Market in Ibadan, the state capital, until proper alternative had been provided for traders. Governor Makinde stated this on Tuesday when he carried out an on-the-site inspection of the market, regretting that the fire station in […]

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16 h. ago Makinde visits Oyo market, vows to prevent future fire outbreaks

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that his administration will restructure the Alesinloye Market, Ibadan, to avert a recurrence of the fire incident that destroyed goods worth millions of Naira in March. The governor also said that the state government has provided some sort of palliatives to victims of the fire incident. The governor Read More

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17 h. ago Catholic Church calls for inclusion of Peace Education in school curriculum in Taraba 

From Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo   The Catholic Diocese of Wukari, Taraba has called on Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas to include Peace Education in the school curriculum in the state at all levels to tackle the prevailing violence across the state. This is contained in a communique issued at the end of the Second General […] The post Catholic Church calls for inclusion of Peace Education in school curriculum in Taraba  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Diaspora community protests poor investment environment, business demolition in Nigeria 

…urges President Tinubu to intervene without further delay   From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Nigerians in Chicago, penultimate Sunday, protested against alleged poor investment environment, as well as demolition of their businesses in Nigeria, threatening to hold similar protests in all States of America, Canada and Europe until President Bola Tinubu addresses the issue of enabling […] The post Diaspora community protests poor investment environment, business demolition in Nigeria  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Adamant Natasha Insists On Sallah Visit To Kogi Constituency

Despite a recent ban on public gatherings and rallies by the Kogi State hovernment, the suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has reaffirmed her plans to visit her constituency for the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. In a statement issued by her media team on Tuesday, the Senator dismissed speculations that she had cancelled her scheduled visit, […]

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24 h. ago Army Arrests 39 Oil Thieves, Dismantles 18 Illegal Refineries In Niger Delta

The 6 Division of the Nigerian Army has apprehended 39 suspected oil thieves and dismantled 18 illegal refineries in the Niger Delta region. The Army seized 60,000 litres of stolen products during a six-day special operation against oil theft and related crimes in the region. The operation, conducted across three states, was carried out in […] The post Army Arrests 39 Oil Thieves, Dismantles 18 Illegal Refineries In Niger Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Housing deficit: FG urged to arrest high cost of building materials

By Oluseye Ojo Federal Government has been told that the current spiralling high cost of building materials has been widening the gap of 17 million housing deficit in Nigeria. The alarm was raised by Fendini Group, a frontline estate developer at the unveiling of Rayfield Gardens City Estate,  Ibadan, Oyo State, comprising a new range […] The post Housing deficit: FG urged to arrest high cost of building materials appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Police rescue 21 kidnapped victims, recover N4.8m ransom, arms

The Nigeria Police Force has rescued 21 kidnapped victims and recovered N4.8 million ransom, arms, and ammunition in a series of coordinated operations targeting criminal syndicates across the country. The operations, carried out in Taraba and Kano states, led to the arrest of six suspects involved in kidnapping, armed robbery, and illegal possession of firearms, Read More

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40 h. ago Conference of Speakers condemns Uromi lynching of 16 travelers

…Calls for improved community policing   By Oluseye Ojo   The Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria (CSSLN) has strongly condemned the horrific lynching of 16 travelers who were, on transit, and were accused of possessing dane guns, known as local firearms.     Ogundoyin, who is the Speaker of Oyo State House […] The post Conference of Speakers condemns Uromi lynching of 16 travelers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago A’Ibom community decries school vandalism, seeks govt intervention

The Ekit Itam II community in Itu Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State has raised concerns over the vandalisation of St. Domino Primary School along the Uyo-Ikot Ekpene highway by hoodlums suspected to be scavengers. The community is calling on the state government to intervene and curb the menace. The Village Head, Eteidung Aloysius Read More

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42 h. ago Over 883 illegal refineries destroyed by pipeline protection firm in oil region

Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL), one of the oil protection firms in the Niger Delta, says it has so far read more Over 883 illegal refineries destroyed by pipeline protection firm in oil region

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43 h. ago Oyo APC pledges support for Tinubu’s agenda, hails Abas’ appointment

The All Progressives Congress in Oyo State has reaffirmed its commitment to President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. It also lauded the appointment of its state chairman, Olayide Abas, as Board Chairman of the Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Kaduna. In a statement on Monday, the party’s publicity secretary, Olawale Sadare, described Abas’ appointment as a testament Read More

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44 h. ago Oyo APC Restates Commitment To Tinubu’s Agenda, Lauds Chairman Abas’ Appointment

Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has restated its commitment to the full realisation of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu. The party also enjoined every citizen to keep faith and refrain from acts capable of distracting the current federal government under the current administration which, it noted, was poised […]

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