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Abductors of seven Ondo farmers injure Amotekun officers during gun duel
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun Corps, has confirmed that three of its officers were injured during an exchange of gunfire with suspected kidnappers who recently abducted seven farmers in the state. WESTERN POST had reported that the farmers were seized on Saturday while harvesting palm fruits on their farms located in…
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Africa at the Table, Not on the Menu, by Abbas Tajudeen
Today in Geneva, at the 6th World Conference of Speakers of Parliaments, I made a clear call: Africa, with its 1.4 billion people, must take its rightful place at the heart of global decision‑making. In this turbulent era – from climate disasters to geopolitical unrest – Africa bears the heaviest burden despite contributing the least to the crises. Yet, our…
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North’s fiscal position stronger under Tinubu – Bagudu
-Says president, fair to all Assessed by the quantum leap in revenue and massive debt reduction of the states, the North has made more significant economic progress under President Bola Tinubu, according to the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu. Bagudu spoke on Wednesday in Kaduna during a presentation to the Sir Amadu Bello Memorial Foundation, which…
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NOA boss Issa-Onilu bags “Most Impactful Nigerian Patron Award” in London
Kunle Sanni – The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Malam Lanre Issa-Onilu, was honoured with the Most Impactful Nigerian Patron Award 2025 during the grand finale of Nigeria Week London. The event, held at the Hippodrome Theatre in Golders Green, brought together a distinguished gathering of Nigerians in the UK, Nollywood celebrities, top government officials, and international partners.…
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Osun 2026: Seven in APC guber race with Oyetola’s exit
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo— Ex-Osun State Governor and current Minister of Marine and Blue Economy Adegboyega Oyetola’s decision to step out of the race for the 2026 governorship ticket of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has changed the dynamics, igniting fresh political moves among gubernatorial hopefuls within the party. Some of the aspirants have started mobilising support and building statewide…
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Girlfriend stabs lover to death in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi – Tragedy struck in Okitipupa, Ondo State, as a 25-year-old man, Micheal Ikuedowoni, was reportedly stabbed to death by his girlfriend, identified as Augustina Mowari, during a heated dispute allegedly triggered by suspicions of cheating. According to reports, the incident occurred after an argument broke out between the duo, following allegations that Ikuedowoni was in love with…
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JUST IN: Man allegedly beheads brother in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi – Tension has enveloped the Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State following the gruesome killing of a young man, Daniel, allegedly beheaded by his brother, Emmanuel. The incident occurred on Monday evening near the Origbara River, triggering fear and confusion across the community. Although details surrounding the motive remain unclear, residents said the development has left…
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Ibadan North Bye-Election: Oyo APC selects Olatunji as candidate amidst internal crisis
…plays down imposition claims Adejayan Gbenga – The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has formally presented Adewale Olatunji, popularly known as “Murphy,” as its candidate for the upcoming Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election, putting an end to days of confusion, factional disputes, and protests over the party’s primary. The selection comes after a chaotic week in which the…
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Gunmen abduct seven farmers in Ondo, demand N100m ransom
By Boye Oyeyemi – Seven farmers have been kidnapped by gunmen in Itaogbolu, Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, prompting a manhunt by local security operatives. The Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as the Amotekun Corps, confirmed the abduction on Monday, stating that its personnel have been deployed to comb the surrounding forests in an effort…
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‘How I met my husband’—Ex-First Lady recounts love story
By Boye Oyeyemi – Dr. Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, wife of the late former Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has shared a personal account of how their enduring love story began. In a Facebook post titled “How I Met My Husband: Our Love Story,” she described their meeting in Enugu during his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) year as the…
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