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Three suspected herdsmen handed over to Amotekun in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi – Residents of Abo-Asakin community in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State have apprehended three suspected herdsmen over what they described as suspicious movements in the area. The suspects were arrested by vigilant residents amid heightened concerns over recent cases of kidnapping and insecurity in the community. Speaking on behalf of the Asakin of Abo-Asakin,…
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Dalung defends tenure, cites Super Eagles’ World Cup qualification record
By Kunle Sanni – Former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has defended his performance in office, arguing that Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the FIFA World Cup since his exit underscores the impact of his tenure. Dalung made the remarks during an interview with Trust TV, aired on Wednesday, while responding to questions about his stewardship of…
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Saraki calls for federal intervention after Woro massacre
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has described the killing of over 100 people in Woro community, Kaiama Local Government Area, as a national disaster, urging immediate federal intervention to restore security in Kwara State. In a statement on Wednesday, Saraki explained that the violence in parts of Kwara State, particularly in the northern and southern senatorial districts, has exceeded the…
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Police probe drowning of two students in Ondo hotel
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Police Command has launched an investigation into a tragic drowning incident at a hotel in Akungba-Akoko, Akoko South-West Local Government Area of the state. The incident, which occurred on January 29, 2026, was reported to the Akungba Divisional Police Headquarters by the pool manager of Unibercity Lounge and Hotel, where a swimming pool…
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Nollywood actress Omotola speaks out amid dance-driven movie marketing debate
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Veteran Nollywood actress and filmmaker Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde has shared her view on the ongoing debate over dancing for movie promotion, following Funke Akindele’s criticism of fellow filmmaker Kunle Afolayan, who insisted he could not dance for promotional purposes. Omotola spoke during a recent appearance on TVC Entertainment, revealing that she would not dance to promote a…
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INEC may rely on existing electoral act if amendment delays persist – Amupitan
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said it will proceed with the existing Electoral Act if amendments to the law are delayed further, warning that prolonged legislative action could affect preparations for the 2027 general elections. INEC chairman, Joash Amupitan, stated this on Wednesday in Abuja during the commission’s quarterly consultative meeting with civil society organisations (CSOs). He said…
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The appreciating naira: Not so fast –by Victor Ogiemwonyi
The Nigerian Naira appreciated and reached an exchange rate of N1,386 to the Dollar this week. This shift is partly due to the weakening US Dollar and struggles in other global currencies, like the Japanese Yen, which is trading at ¥153.While seeing the Naira gain value is encouraging, we must be careful. We need a stable and predictable Naira more…
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Adelabu urges workers in power sector to choose dialogue amid wage dispute
By Kunle Sanni – Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has appealed to electricity sector unions and workers of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) to resolve issues surrounding welfare and wages through dialogue rather than industrial action. According to a report by PM Express, the minister made the call during a meeting on Wednesday with leaders of the National…
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Nigeria–France defence partnership targets enhanced operational capacity
Nigeria and France have agreed to deepen defence collaboration to enhance security and strengthen operational capacity, as the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, received the French Defence Attaché to Nigeria, Colonel Stéphane Useo, at the Army Headquarters in Abuja. The engagement, which took place on Tuesday, focused on advancing bilateral military cooperation as part of Nigeria’s…
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NAF reactivates Super Puma helicopter, charges personnel on readiness
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has recorded a boost in its operational capability with the reactivation and commissioning of a Super Puma helicopter at the 205 Rotary Wing, Ikeja, Lagos. The aircraft, NAF 565, was commissioned on Tuesday as the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, charged personnel to intensify efforts towards sustaining operational readiness…
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