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target=_blank>Ondo: Aiyedatiwa reaffirms commitment to welfare of corps members
From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure Ondo State Governor, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa has reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare and security of corps members serving in the state. The assurance was contained in an address delivered on his behalf by the NYSC State Coordinator, Mrs. Kuburat Omowumi Bakare, during the official closing ceremony and passing-out
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target=_blank>I’m entitled to Awujale stool – KWAM 1 insists
By John Ogunsemore Legendary Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde aka KWAM 1 or K1 De Ultimate has affirmed his right to vie for the vacant stool of Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland in Ogun State. The musician made his stance known through a music performance in Ipara Remo over the weekend, days after formally declaring
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target=_blank>Benue Gov. Alia urges Executive, Legislature partnership to tackle Climate Change challenges
From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia has called for robust partnership between the Executive and Legislature to effectively confront climate risks and harness the opportunities of the green economy. The Governor, represented by his Principal Private Secretary, Dr Emmanuel Chenge, made the call while opening a one-day Training on Climate
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target=_blank>Coup Attempt: Senate grants Tinubu’s request to deploy Nigerian troops to Benin Republic
From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Nigeria’s Senate has granted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu full approval to deploy Nigerian troops to the Republic of Benin following Sunday’s failed coup attempt in the neighbouring country. The approval came on Tuesday after the Senate dissolved into the Committee of the Whole to consider the President’s formal request submitted under
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target=_blank>JUST IN: ECOWAS declares state of emergency in West Africa
By Seyi Babalola The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has declared a state of emergency across the region. Omar Touray, President of the ECOWAS Commission, made the statement on Tuesday at the 55th session of the Mediation and Security Council at the ministerial level in Abuja. The meeting was convened in response to
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target=_blank>Coup attempt: Tinubu writes Senate, seeks approval to deploy military to Benin Republic
From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has formally written to the Senate seeking its consent for the deployment of Nigerian troops to the Republic of Benin following an attempted coup in the neighbouring West African nation. The letter, read during Tuesday’s plenary, detailed an urgent request from the Government of Benin for exceptional
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target=_blank>Insurgency: Armed forces reviewing 2017 joint structure to reflect new realities – CDS
From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, Tuesday said that the Armed Forces of Nigeria are undertaking a comprehensive review of the 2017 joint structure to ensure it reflects current security situations and emerging strategic challenges in the country. Oluyede, who made this known at the opening of the
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target=_blank>Why C-130 landed in Burkina Faso – NAF
From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF), has explained why its cargo aircraft C-130, landed in Burkinafaso. NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, said the aircraft which was on ferry mission to Portugal, developed technical issues shortly after takeoff. Ejodame, in a statement issued in Abuja, titled “SAFE
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target=_blank>Makinde’s welfare push reaches grassroots as 10,000 vulnerable residents benefit from OYCSDA support drive
From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The Oyo State Government’s social safety initiatives gained fresh momentum on Monday as the Oyo State Community and Social Development Agency (OYCSDA) distributed food items and cash assistance to more than 10,000 vulnerable residents across the state, including widows, the elderly, and persons living with disabilities. The intervention forms part of
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target=_blank>Edo Parliament Speaker, Muhammad resigns, cites gross indifference to plights of youths
From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin Speaker, Edo State Youth Parliament, Prince Fawaz Muhammad has resigned as the Speaker of the Parliament. He also resigned as a member of the Parliament, citing gross indifference from those who originally ought to have protected its interest. In the letter of resignation personally signed and made available to Journalists in
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target=_blank>Kuti, Others Set For 11th Elicris Table Tennis Cup
Nigeria’s top table tennis stars, led by rising sensation Matthew Kuti, are gearing up for the 11th Elicris Table Tennis Cup, slated for December 22–23, 2025, at Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos. Organised in partnership with the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) under President Adesoji Tayo, the two-day national tournament is sponsored by…
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target=_blank>Makinde’s Leadership Eradicates Corruption In Oyo Civil Service – Esan
The Chairman of the Oyo State Anti-Corruption Agency (OYACA), Hon. Justice Eni Esan (rtd), has declared that corruption in Oyo State’s civil service has been effectively eradicated due to the agency’s efforts and the anti-corruption stance of Governor Seyi Makinde. Speaking on the 2025 International Anti-Corruption Day (IACD), marked globally on Tuesday, Justice Esan credited…
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target=_blank>FG Reaffirms Commitment To Women Empowerment, Uplifting Vulnerable Groups
The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has reaffirmed the federal government’s dedication to initiatives that empower women, strengthen families, and uplift vulnerable groups across Nigeria. She gave the assurance during the inauguration of the Ene Obi Development Centre (EODC) in Abuja on Tuesday, describing the centre as “a beacon of light…
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target=_blank>Abia Saves N2.5bn Through Medical Missions, Health Partnerships
The Abia State Government says strategic partnerships and health interventions under the current administration have saved the state over N2.5 billion in healthcare costs, while improving access to quality medical services. The Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, disclosed this in Umuahia, citing a recent report from the Abia State Ministry of Health. He said…
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target=_blank>Sokoto Gov’t Commends Army’s Success In Combating Banditry
The Sokoto State Government has commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for their continued success in the fight against banditry across the state. In a recent operation, troops neutralized several bandits in Sabon Birni Local Government Area who attempted to ambush traders travelling from Tarah village to the weekly market. The swift response and professionalism of…
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target=_blank>No Opposition Party In Nigeria – Adegbonmire
Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire (SAN), representing Ondo Central Senatorial District, has dismissed opposition parties in Nigeria, describing them as “a gathering of jesters” with no chance of defeating President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general election. He made the remarks during a mega empowerment programme covering the six local governments of his senatorial district, Akure…
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target=_blank>Army Denies Killing Of Women During Adamawa Communal Clashes
The 23 Brigade Headquarters of the Nigerian Army in Yola has dismissed online reports claiming that women protesters were killed by soldiers during communal clashes in Lamurde Local Government Area, Adamawa State. In a statement on Tuesday, Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, Captain Olusegun Abidoye, described the reports as “baseless, entirely misleading, and…
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target=_blank>Federal Polytechnic, Oko Dismisses Two Key Staff
The Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, has dismissed two senior staff members over alleged violations of the Public Service Rules. The affected officials are Mr. Ekene Ogburuigbo, a former Principal Technical Officer, and Mr. Anthony Ogochukwu Umeozor, a former Deputy Registrar of the institution. In a statement issued on Thursday, December 9, 2025, the polytechnic…
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target=_blank>Gov Otu Visits Chief Of Air Staff, Seeks Stronger Security Ties
Governor Bassey Edet Otu of Cross River State on Monday paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, at the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Headquarters in Abuja, reaffirming the state’s commitment to strengthening security cooperation for peace, stability and national development. Welcoming the governor, Air Marshal…
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target=_blank>Mimiko Seeks Stronger Laws, Accountability Against Preventable Maternal Mortality
Former Ondo State Governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, has called for urgent legal and activist action to address Nigeria’s high rate of preventable maternal deaths, describing the situation as a violation of women’s fundamental human rights. Delivering the keynote address at the 2025 International Federation of Female Lawyers (FIDA) Week in Akure, Mimiko urged FIDA and…
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