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Senegal’s president sacks PM and former ally after months-long feud
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has sacked Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko and dissolved the nation’s government after months of tensions between the two men. A shock decree, read out on TV by a presidential aide, said Faye had “ended the duties” of his one-time political ally Sonko and “consequently those of the ministers and secretaries of state who are members of…
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They must know there will be consequences — by Dare Babarinsa
We don’t know how many more hostages are still alive among those kidnapped near Ogbomosho a few weeks ago. One teacher, Adesiyan Adegboye, was killed. He was buried in Ogbomosho on Friday, May 22. It is raining across Nigeria. The soil is wet and slippery, and about 30 children and adults are still in the care of the kidnappers, sleeping…
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UN agencies push for total elimination of FGM in Osun by 2030
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has expressed optimism that Osun State can achieve zero prevalence of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) by 2030, as United Nations agencies intensify efforts to eliminate the practice. The UNFPA Gender/FGM Analyst and South-West Team Lead under the United Nations Joint Programme on the Elimination of FGM, Mrs Uzoma Ayodeji,…
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Waste disposal as blight on Sanwo-Olu’s reign — by Mobolaji Sanusi
Who is in charge of solid waste collection and waste management in the Centre of Excellence and the erstwhile capital of the country? This question becomes pertinent on the heels of the recurring epileptic state of household refuse collection across Lagos by the body tasked with ridding the city of filth. More perturbing is the fact that as the Sallah…
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Actress Sarah Martins reacts to backlash over infidelity comments
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Nollywood actress and philanthropist, Sarah Martins, has reacted to the backlash that followed her comments on marital infidelity, after critics described her as a “pick me” for speaking against cheating. The actress had earlier weighed in on the ongoing debate about infidelity, opposing the idea of cheating on one’s partner as payback for being cheated on.…
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Amaechi disputes Tinubu’s role in Buhari’s emergence as president in 2015
Former Minister of Transportation and presidential aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rotimi Amaechi, has dismissed claims by President Bola Tinubu that he was responsible for Muhammadu Buhari’s emergence as president in 2015. Amaechi said he played the leading role in Buhari’s successful presidential campaign, insisting that he fought the political battles that secured victory for the former president…
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US says temporary visa holders should leave to apply for Green Cards
Authorities say Green Cards from inside US are discretionary, not automatic rights. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security seal is displayed at the FEMA National Response Coordination CenterThe US Department of Homeland Security seal at the FEMA National Response Coordination Center in Washington, DC [File: Nathan Howard/Reuters] By Elizabeth Melimopoulos and ReutersPublished On 22 May 202622 May 2026 The Trump…
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UPDATE: ADC accuses ICPC of blocking access to El-Rufai, alleges intimidation
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has accused the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) of denying its leaders access to former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, who is currently in the custody of the anti-graft agency. Western Post had earlier reported that a delegation comprising the ADC National Secretary, Rauf Aregbesola; the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji…
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Nollywood filmmaker Jaiye Kuti honours late friend Henrietta Kosoko
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Popular Nollywood filmmaker Jaiye Kuti has presented an award of honour to her late friend, Henrietta Kosoko, in recognition of the actress’ performance in her movie, “Jaiyeola Monje”. The filmmaker presented the award to Henrietta’s daughter, Temilade Kosoko, in the presence of other family members during the premiere of her movie in Lagos on Wednesday. While…
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Legal profession remains guardian of constitutional order, says Aiyedatiwa
As governor commissions NBA Bar Centre in Ondo Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has described the legal profession as a vital pillar of democracy and constitutional order, stressing the need for strong institutions to preserve justice, societal values and national development. Aiyedatiwa stated this on Friday during the commissioning of a Bar Centre donated to the Ondo Branch of the Nigerian Bar…
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