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The troubled king of Nigeria, By Dare Babarinsa
The farmer waits for rain in the early months of the year. If it rains properly, not the scattered rain that deceives you to plant early, then the farmer would know it is time to plant the yam seedlings. He prays for rain, and when it comes, he prays for more rain. Without the rain, the labour of the farmer…
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Akande’s leadership burden, By Ademola Adebisi
In the past few days, the Nigerian public domain has been awash with the celebrations of the 85th birthday of a pan-Nigerian progressive, a Yoruba nationalist and an epitome of selfless leadership, Chief Adebisi Akande. In his country home Ila-Orangun, Ila Local Government Area of Osun State; in Ibadan, the capital city of the new and old Oyo State where…
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Terrorists’ siege of Abuja, By Bolaji Adebiyi
The recent spate of abductions in the federal capital territory rekindles the need for Police reform, writes Bolaji Adebiyi Pretty Nabeehah was to graduate tomorrow from one of the nation’s foremost citadels of higher learning, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. Her uncle, Sherifdeen, said she was to do so with flying colours, having obtained a first-class honour degree in her chosen…
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Lagos mulls investment in airline operations
• Sanwo-Olu renders stewardship at town hall meeting, lists scorecard in Lagos West Lagos State has mulled the idea of establishing an airline for passenger operations just as the State prepares for the groundbreaking to commence the construction of its own airport in Lekki. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu disclosed the plan, on Thursday, at the Lagos West Senatorial District People’s Town…
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FG moves to secure natural resources as presidential committee meets service chiefs
The Federal Government has intensified efforts to secure the nation’s natural resources as the presidential inter-ministerial committee held an expanded meeting with service chiefs. The inter-ministerial committee chaired by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake met with the Security Chiefs on Thursday in Abuja. It will be recalled that President Bola Tinubu at last week’s Federal Executive…
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Lagos outranks Dubai, Miami, Barcelona as 19th best city in 2024
What makes a city great? Some would say it’s all about buzzing neighbourhoods, affordable food and drink and a mighty selection of things to do, from art galleries and museums to live music and theatre. Others might highlight things like the happiness of its locals, access to green space and strong community vibes. We factor in all that and more in our annual…
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Ondo assembly confirms Adelami as deputy governor
The Ondo State House of Assembly has confirmed the nomination of Dr Olayide Owolabi Adelami as the new Deputy Governor of Ondo State. The confirmation took place at a plenary session chaired by the Speaker of the House, Olamide Oladiji on Thursday. This followed the presentation and adoption of a report by the house selection committee headed by the speaker.…
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BREAKING: Supreme Court affirms Fubara’s election as Rivers governor
The Supreme Court has affirmed the election of Siminalayi Fubara as the Governor of Rivers State. The apex court on Thursday, dismissed an appeal by the Candidate of the All Progressives Congress Tonye Cole, challenging the declaration of Fubara as winner of the March 18 governorship election in Rivers State. Cole asked the apex court to sack Siminalayi Fubara as…
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BREAKING: Supreme Court affirms Aliyu’s election as Sokoto governor
The Supreme Court has affirmed the election of the election of Ahmed Aliyu as Sokoto State Governor. Justice Tijani Abubakar who read the lead judgement, dismissed the appeal by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and its governorship candidate, Saidu Umar, agreeing with the reasoning of the court below. More ddetails later…
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Ajulo applauds Akinlami’s nomination as Ondo deputy governor, hails Aiyedatiwa’s vision
Abuja-based legal luminary, Dr. Kayode Ajulo SAN, has expressed commendation for the selection of Chief Olayide Adelami as the nominee for Deputy Governor alongside Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa in Ondo State. Ajulo also extolled Governor Aiyedatiwa’s leadership for identifying a reliable and competent co-pilot, calling it a demonstration of Governor Aiyedatiwa’s readiness to elevate Ondo State to new heights. The legal…
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