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target=_blank>Group Denies Plan To Impeach Ondo Deputy Gov
A political group, the Ondo State Professionals in Politics Group (ODSPPG), has described as false the claim that the state Deputy Governor, Dr Olayide Adelami, is facing political isolation within the government. The group, through its Coordinator, Mr Ayodele Akinlabi, said the allegation of political isolation is a plot to cause political unrest in the…
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target=_blank>Security, Roads, Water Top Priorities For Bauchi LGs – Gov Bala
Security, rural infrastructure, water supply, healthcare, education and agricultural development have been identified as key areas requiring the attention of the newly elected Local Government Chairmen in Bauchi State. Governor Bala Mohammed said the new council leadership must consolidate ongoing development efforts and ensure that the benefits of government programmes reach residents in rural communities….
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target=_blank>Osun Election: Davido Promises Sports Dev’t For Youths
Afrobeats singer, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has celebrated the re-election of his uncle, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke, describing the election as a difficult contest in which the governor emerged victorious despite facing numerous political opponents. Davido spoke on Tuesday while addressing journalists at a surprise congratulatory party in honour of Governor Adeleke…
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target=_blank>Benue: Alia Sends New Commissioners Nominees For Approval
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, is poised to reshuffle his cabinet as he has submitted the names of six new nominees to the State House of Assembly for consideration and confirmation as members of the State Executive Council. The nominees, contained in a letter dated August 18, 2026, comprise persons proposed to replace…
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target=_blank>USCG Lifts 12-Year Condition Of Entry On Nigerian Vessels
Twelve years later, the United States Coast Guard (USCG) has lifted the Condition of Entry (CoE) imposed on vessels arriving in the United States (US) from Nigeria. The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA)’s Deputy Director/Head Public Relations, Osagie Edward, said on Tuesday that the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr Adegboyega Oyetola,…
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target=_blank>2027: Opposition Crippled, Can’t Win Tinubu – Wike
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that opposition parties in the country have been crippled and can’t win against President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 general elections. Wike made the remark on Tuesday in Abuja while responding to questions on the just-concluded Osun State governorship election. According to him, the Accord…
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target=_blank>Varsity Don Calls For Constitutional Restructuring, Devolution Of Powers
A Professor of Comparative Politics and Public Administration at Osun State University, Professor Bolaji Olumuyiwa Omitola, has called for a fundamental review of Nigeria’s governance structure, saying constitutional restructuring and devolution of powers are necessary to build a more effective federal system. Omitola made the call while delivering his inaugural lecture at Osun State University,…
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target=_blank>Atiku Condemns Killing Of 32 Nigerians In Sokoto, Demands Urgent Gov’t Action
African Democratic Congress (ADC) Atiku Abubakar has condemned the reported killing of 32 Nigerians in Ungushi community, Kebbe Local Government Area of Sokoto State, calling on the Federal Government to move beyond condolences and take urgent action to protect citizens. Atiku expressed grief over the incident in a statement, sympathising with the families of the…
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target=_blank>Nigerian Varsities Charged To Embrace AI, Collaboration
Nigerian Universities have been charged to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI), innovation, stronger governance and strategic partnerships for them to remain relevant in a rapidly changing world and meet the expectations of the country’s growing population. The charge was made on Tuesday at the 37th Annual General Assembly and Conference of the Committee of Vice Chancellors…
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target=_blank>Ogun Police Arrest Two Suspected ‘One-Chance’ Robbers After High-Speed Chase
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested two suspected members of a notorious “one-chance” robbery syndicate allegedly operating within the Abeokuta metropolis. The suspects, identified as 29-year-old Bidemi Tijani and 42-year-old Olajide Rasaq, were arrested on Saturday, August 15, 2026, following an intelligence-led operation by operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU). The Police…
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