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Governor Adeleke hails elevation of Oyewole to Supreme Court
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has congratulated Osun-born jurist, Hon. Justice Joseph Olubunmi Kayode Oyewole, on his recommendation for appointment to the Supreme Court by the National Judicial Council (NJC). The governor described the elevation as a clear affirmation of Oyewole’s integrity and his capacity to dispense justice at the highest level in the…
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AFRIMA 2026: Lagos positions African music as cultural, economic power
Lagos State has reaffirmed its leadership in Africa’s creative and cultural landscape, using the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) 2026 to showcase African music not just as entertainment, but as a driving force for cultural diplomacy, youth empowerment, and economic growth. Speaking at the grand finale on Sunday, 11th January 2026, at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos,…
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Demolition accident claims foreman’s life in Ondo community
By Boye Oyeyemi – Residents of Ifesowapo Community in Oba-Ile, Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, were thrown into grief on Tuesday following the death of a foreman during a building demolition exercise. The deceased, Mr Olu Bamgboye, popularly called Ologbo, reportedly lost his life while supervising the demolition of an old structure along the NTA Road axis…
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Remembering late Major Patrick Chukwuma Kaduna Nzeogwu, by Wale Adedayo
The students that late Chief Gani Fawehinmi always stood up for were recruited to stone him during the Chicago Gate scandal in Lagos. It took a very brave few to rescue the old man. The masses he was fighting for all his life voted against Fawehinmi’s National Conscience Party (NCP). It was an abysmal loss! It broke the old fighter…
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NJC recommends Oyewole for Supreme Court, approves 35 new judges nationwide
By Kunle Sanni – The National Judicial Council (NJC) has recommended Justice Joseph Olubunmi Oyewole of the Court of Appeal for elevation to the Supreme Court and approved the appointment of 35 judicial officers for courts across several states. According to a report by The Nation newspaper, the decisions were reached at the Council’s 110th meeting held on Tuesday in…
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Russia says talk of a ceasefire, rather than a full peace deal, in Ukraine is simply not serious
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday that Russia was open for peace talks on Ukraine but that talk of a ceasefire ahead of a full peace deal was simply not serious. Asked about a Bloomberg report that White House envoy Steve Witkoff and U.S. President Donald Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner are seeking to travel to Moscow to meet…
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Shettima hails MIT’s role in global innovation, urges African entrepreneurs to collaborate
By Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima has commended the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for its significant contributions to the global entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem, noting that its initiatives have helped raise more than $1.5 billion and created over 30,000 direct jobs over the last 20 years. The Vice President also called on African entrepreneurs to strengthen collaboration…
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Despite Morocco defeat, BUA chairman pledges $500,000 to Super Eagles
By Kunle Sanni – Chairman of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has pledged to donate $500,000 to the Super Eagles despite their semi-final loss to Morocco at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Nigeria on Wednesday crashed out of the tournament after losing 4–2 on penalties to Morocco following a goalless draw after 120 minutes. Penalty misses by Samuel Chukwueze…
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9th AFRIMA unites artistes as delegates from 48 countries celebrate music excellence
The 9th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) once again demonstrated why it is considered Africa’s premier music awards platform, bringing together artistes, delegates, and industry stakeholders from at least 48 African countries to celebrate the continent’s rich and diverse musical talent. Held from January 7 to 11, 2026, in Lagos, the week-long event featured a vibrant atmosphere…
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Police arrest two over ₦33m visa fraud in Ondo, hunt fleeing suspect
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Police Command has arrested two suspects over an alleged ₦33 million United Kingdom visa fraud and launched a manhunt for another suspect who is currently on the run. The command’s spokesman, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday evening, saying the arrests followed a petition filed by Legal Komfort &…
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