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DSS arrests two dismissed ex-staff for alleged impersonation, fraud
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested two dismissed former staff for allegedly parading themselves as personnel of the organisation while engaging in fraudulent activities. In a press release posted on its X.com handle, the DSS said the two dismissed personnel of the Service, Barry Donald and Victor Onyedikachi Godwin, were apprehended for allegedly “cloaking under the Service to…
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FG to establish national job centres — Labour Minister Onyejeocha
–launches youth employment programme Kunle Sanni – The federal government has announced plans to establish National Job Centres across the country as part of efforts to expand access to decent employment and strengthen Nigeria’s labour market systems. Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Rt Hon. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, disclosed this on Wednesday at the Mastercard Foundation Annual Nigeria Partner Convening…
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“I’m still in charge” – Owo Council chairman dismisses councillors’ suspension claims
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Chairman of Owo Local Government Area in Ondo State, Hon. Tope Omolayo, has denied reports claiming that he has been suspended by councillors in the area, describing the allegations as false and politically motivated. In a statement issued in Akure, Omolayo said he had not received any official communication from the legislative council regarding any…
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‘Disclose contract details of the Lagos–Calabar Highway Project,’ Atiku dares Tinubu
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has challenged the administration of President Bola Tinubu to make public full details of the contract for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project, saying, “Nigerians deserve openness, not contradictions and concealed deals.” In a statement on Wednesday through his media aide Phrank Shaibu, Atiku said right from the moment the project was announced, he had expressed…
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BREAKING: Owo Council chairman suspended over alleged misconduct
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Chairman of Owo Local Government Area in Ondo State, Hon. Tope Omolayo, has been placed on indefinite suspension following allegations of gross misconduct and financial irregularities. The decision to suspend him was reached on Tuesday during a plenary session of the Owo Legislative Council, presided over by the House Leader, Hon. Doyin Adebayo. Out of…
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EXPLAINER: Who is in charge of Madagascar after President Rajoelina flees?
Madagascar’s parliament has voted to impeach embattled President Andry Rajoelina just hours after he confirmed he had fled the country in the wake of an elite army unit appearing to turn against him and seize power, following weeks of deadly “Gen-Z” protests. The vote on Tuesday afternoon came as Rajoelina moved to dissolve parliament via a decree posted on social…
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Fake soldier harassing residents of Ondo community arrested
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old man, Victor Ojukwu, for allegedly posing as a soldier and harassing residents in Idanre, Ondo State. Police spokesperson DSP Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola said in a statement on Tuesday that Ojukwu, who lives in the Sunview area of Akure, was arrested on Monday, October 13, after credible intelligence…
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Juliet Egbo, our most viable option for minister in Enugu APC – By Stanley Sylvester
Following the recent resignation of former Minister Uche Nnaji and the laudable transition of His Excellency, Governor Peter Mbah, into the Chief Dr Ben Nwoye-led All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State, attention has been turned to finding a competent, loyal, and service-driven individual to fill the vacant federal ministerial slot allocated to Enugu State. Among other names worthy of…
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Police arrest 37-year-old for allegedly killing girlfriend over N100K
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 37-year-old ex-convict, Omokinwa Ademola, for allegedly beating his girlfriend, Joy Jimoh, to death following a disagreement over a N100,000 refund. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola, said the incident occurred on October 7, 2025, around 5:30 p.m. According to…
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Akoko indigenes urge Aiyedatiwa to stop operating LCDAs annulled by court
By Boye Oyeyemi – The people of Akoko under the umbrella of the Akoko Development Initiative (ADI) have called on Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa to immediately halt the continued operation of the 33 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) that were voided by a court judgement and begin a new process for their lawful creation. In an open statement…
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