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Aiyedatiwa’s aide, Fasipe, hails governor’s leadership style at 61
By Boye Oyeyemi – Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, received high praise from his aide as he celebrated his 61st birthday on Saturday, with commendations highlighting his unique leadership style. The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Diaspora Affairs, Oluyemi Fasipe, popularly known as Yemie Fash, described Aiyedatiwa’s leadership as calm, consistent, and results-oriented. In a statement, Fasipe…
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Brighton knock Manchester United out of FA Cup
Manchester United’s turbulent season worsened on Sunday as they were knocked out of the FA Cup following a 2–1 home defeat to Brighton at Old Trafford. Still without a permanent manager, the Red Devils fell behind in the first half when Brajan Gruda struck after Brighton capitalised on United’s defensive frailties. The visitors extended their lead after the interval through…
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Nigeria too strong for us, Algeria captain Mahrez confesses
Algerian captain Riyad Mahrez has made an honest confession following his side’s AFCON quarter-final defeat to Nigeria on Saturday. The former Manchester City winger admitted that the Super Eagles were stronger and better than the Desert Foxes during the encounter. Speaking in his post-match interview after the game, Mahrez said: “We were a little late in our positioning, and perhaps…
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APC raises alarm over alleged ₦13bn payroll fraud in Osun civil service
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned the alleged ₦13 billion payroll fraud uncovered in the state civil service under the administration of Governor Ademola Adeleke, allegedly paid to 8,452 workers. Sally Tibbot Consulting Limited alleged that a forensic audit of the Osun State civil service uncovered 8,452 ghost workers,…
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Osun govt suspends dealings with NYCN over leadership crisis
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State Government has announced the suspension of all its dealings with the state chapter of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) following a leadership crisis rocking the organisation. The government, in a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, said the decision was taken in response to…
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Rivers lawmakers allege attempt to halt assembly duties through court orders
By Kunle Sanni – The Rivers State House of Assembly has alleged the existence of clandestine attempts to procure court orders aimed at restraining the legislature from carrying out its constitutional responsibilities. In a statement issued on Sunday, Chairman of the House Committee on Information, Petitions and Complaints, Enemi George, said the assembly had received intelligence indicating that certain individuals…
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Fubara urges residents to stay calm, says peace will return to Rivers
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has urged residents to remain calm, saying he does not “shout or complain” about the state’s challenges because he trusts in God. Fubara made the remarks on Sunday during an interdenominational church service marking the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day at St Cyprian’s Anglican Church in Port Harcourt. After prayers for him and Deputy Governor…
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Protesters defy crackdown as Iran warns it will retaliate if US attacks
Protesters in Iran defied a government crackdown on Saturday night, taking to the streets despite medics at two hospitals telling the BBC more than 100 bodies have been brought in over a two-day period. Videos verified by the BBC and eyewitness accounts appeared to show the government was ramping up its response. Iran’s attorney general said anyone protesting would be…
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FG sanctions Works ministry official, issues fresh ultimatum on Maraba–Keffi road project
By Kunle Sanni – The federal government has sanctioned a senior official of the Ministry of Works, Engr. Yakubu Usman, over alleged negligence and connivance that led to prolonged delays on the Maraba–Keffi road project and the approval of fraudulent payment certificates for uncompleted or unexecuted work. The sanction was announced on Friday by the Minister of Works, Engr. Dave…
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Obasanjo, Jonathan reveal opposition to Tambuwal’s emergence as Speaker in 2011
By Kunle Sanni – Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has disclosed that he and former President Goodluck Jonathan opposed the emergence of Aminu Tambuwal as Speaker of the House of Representatives and Emeka Ihedioha as Deputy Speaker in 2011. Obasanjo made the revelation on Monday in Abuja during a leadership colloquium and the 60th birthday celebration of Tambuwal, held at the…
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