Saturday’s by-elections in 12 States were marred by widespread violence, alleged vote-buying, and voter apathy. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had declared the seats vacant following the resignation or death of their former occupants, with 3.5 million registered voters expected to participate in the exercise. Ogun State: Arrests, Violence, and IntimidationIn Ogun State, the…
In a dominant display, Barcelona kicked off their La Liga title defense with a convincing 3-0 win over Mallorca on Saturday. The visitors took control of the match early, and two red cards for Mallorca sealed the fate of the home team. Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal and Raphinha combined beautifully to score the opening goal in…
The Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) Community is in mourning following the tragic death of a 200-level Medical Student, Ajibola Ibitayo. According to reports, Ibitayo took his own life after receiving his semester examination results, which showed he would need to repeat Part Two of his programme for another Academic Year. This heartbreaking incident has sent…
Abeokuta South Local Government has taken a bold step towards enhancing healthcare delivery in the region with the launch of a Health Insurance Scheme for commercial motorcycle riders and passengers. Held at the Local Government Secretariat, Ake, Abeokuta, today, August 13, 2025, the programmme aims to provide financial protection to beneficiaries in the event of…
The Journalism Community is mourning the loss of Dr. Doyin Abiola, a pioneering Journalist and wife of the late MKO Abiola, who passed away yesterday at the age of 82. Dr. Abiola was a renowned Journalist, Publisher, and former Managing Director of Concord Newspapers. She made history as the first Nigerian woman to become the…
In a significant development, the Olubadan-in-Council has declared the Olubadan stool vacant following the passing of the 43rd Olubadan, Oba Lekan Olakulehin, on July 7, 2025. According to sources, the Council is expected to nominate High Chief Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, the Otun Olubadan and former Governor of Oyo State, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland….
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Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has dissolved the State Executive Council, sacking all Commissioners and his Chief of Staff, Paul Biam. The decision was made on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, during the 12th State Executive Council meeting in Makurdi. Governor Alia said the dissolution is part of a broader strategy to reinvigorate governance…
The Abeokuta South Local Government (ABK South LG) Task Force Team has launched a crackdown on illegal market displays on roads at Kuto Market today, Tuesday, July 29, 2025. The move aims to enhance safety, improve traffic flow, and maintain orderliness in the area. The Chairman of the Local Government, Hon. Olaniyi Afeez Balogun who…
By Prince Segun Soneye The Nigeria Police Force recently released the promotion of officers to substantive ranks by the Police Service Commission. The Chief Security Officer and Executive Chairman of Obafemi Owode Local Government, Amb. Adesina ‘Lanre Ogunsola, FCPA, decorated the affected Officers at the Area Command of the Nigeria Police Force in Obafemi Owode…
