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Oloolu, Ibadan’s violence-prone masquerade with money-spinning streak
By Olaoluwa Ismael Bilau – As many people may have heard, it is a taboo for a woman to see the Oloolu, Ibadan’s most famous yet dreaded masquerade, when he embarks on the annual public procession through the streets of the ancient city to pay homage to notable personalities in Ibadanland. So, ahead of this year’s parade of the masquerade…
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Ondo Police arrest lady for stabbing boyfriend to death
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 24-year-old woman, Augustina Mowarin, for allegedly stabbing her boyfriend, Michael Ikuedowoni, to death during a domestic dispute in Okitipupa. According to sources, accusations of infidelity may have caused the altercation that led to the incident. Confirming the arrest, the State Commissioner of Police, CP Lawal Adebowale, told journalists…
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FIBA Women Afrobasket: D’Tigress beat Senegal to qualify for final
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria’s women basketball team, the D’Tigress, are just a win away from successfully defending the FIBA Afrobasket title after securing their place in the final of the ongoing editiion in Abidjan, Cote d’Iviore. The Nigerians booked the final ticket after overcoming Senegal, 78-65 in a tough contest on Saturday evening at the Palais de Sports de…
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Nanahfatimah Foundation launches in Lagos, targets Cancer research, student support
Secures ₦10 million to kick-start foundation’s activities Kunle Sanni – The Nanahfatimah Amele Bamigbetan Oncology Foundation (NABOF) was officially launched on Monday at the Lagos State College of Medicine, Ikeja, with a strong commitment to advancing cancer research, education, and policy collaboration in Nigeria. Established in memory of the late wife of former Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy,…
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Abducted Ondo farmers regain freedom after five days in captivity
By Boye Oyeyemi – Seven farmers who were abducted on Saturday while working on their farmland in Itaogbolu, Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, have regained their freedom after five days in captivity. The victims were said to have been released on Wednesday night following negotiations between their families and the kidnappers. A relative of one of the…
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Aiyedatiwa welcomes PDP deputy governorship candidate, supporters to APC
By Boye Oyeyemi – Festus Akingbaso, the deputy governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2024 election, officially joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) along with over 10,000 supporters. Akingbaso, who currently represents the Idanre/Ifedore Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, led the mass defection despite heavy rainfall in his hometown of Idanre. He was warmly…
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Ondo Chief Judge frees 12 more awaiting-trial inmates
By Boye Oyeyemi – As part of an ongoing initiative to ease congestion in correctional facilities across Ondo State, the Chief Judge, Justice Olusegun Odusola, has ordered the release of 12 inmates awaiting trial at the Medium Custodial Facility in Owo, Owo Local Government Area. The latest release followed a similar gesture earlier at the Olokuta Medium Prison, where Justice…
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2Face, Natasha’s private wedding in pix
By Tosin Brown – Popular Nigerian singer, 2Face Idibia, has officially exchanged marital vows with Natasha Osawaru, granddaughter of Sir Gabriel Igbinedion, in a traditional ceremony held in Abuja. The ceremony comes despite rumours of a rocky relationship, which was officially made public in February 2025. The traditional marriage takes place 10 years after 2Face’s previous marriage to Annie Idibia,…
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PHOTO NEWS: U.S. Consulate’s public engagement visits to Ataoja, Osun Osogbo, OAU Ife
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The United States Mission in Nigeria is deepening its engagement with Osun State through a series of educational and cultural programs. The U.S. Consulate Public Affairs Officer, Julie McKay, who led the Public Diplomacy team, recently visited Osogbo, the state capital, where she paid a courtesy visit to the Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Oyetunji…
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BREAKING: Ondo govt approves new monarch for Akungba-Akoko
By Boye Oyeyemi, Akure – The Ondo State Government has approved the appointment of Prince Isiaka Oseni as the new Alale of Akungba-Akoko. The approval was part of decisions reached at the State Executive Council meeting held on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, and presided over by Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa. Also approved was the appointment of Prince Olusola Joseph Ajaka…
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