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Oluremi Tinubu hails women leaders, seeks sustained backing for Renewed Hope Agenda
By Kunle Sanni – Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has expressed deep appreciation to women leaders across the country for their sustained support of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) since the inception of the current administration. In a New Year message, the First Lady specifically acknowledged the Wife of the Vice President, Nana Shettima, the First Ladies of the states…
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Ikogosi Resorts: Raising the bar beyond local limitations, by Ayodeji Seriki
For logistic reasons, my plan to take my family to Dubai or South Africa for a holiday in December, 2025, was not to be. Though my wife and kids looked forward to the journey, they showed understanding when they saw the effort I made and how it turned out to be a road to nowhere. Then, one of my colleagues…
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Bricklayer dies as dilapidated building collapses in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi – A bricklayer lost his life on Tuesday after a distressed residential building collapsed at Oba-Ile Estate in Akure, the Ondo State capital. The incident reportedly occurred while the victim was inside the premises, leaving him trapped beneath the debris as the structure suddenly caved in, throwing the neighbourhood into panic. Residents and passers-by were said to…
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BOF clarifies budget lifespan, says Constitution allows legislative extensions
By Kunle Sanni – The Budget Office of the Federation (BOF) has clarified that Nigeria’s Constitution does not impose a rigid expiry rule on Appropriation Acts that would prevent the National Assembly from extending their operation where necessary for orderly fiscal management. Responding to public commentary surrounding the repeal and re-enactment of the 2024 and 2025 Appropriation Acts, the BOF…
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Family mounts pressure on Anthony Joshua to quit boxing
By Tosin Omojola – Although sports enthusiasts still await an official statement from him announcing his retirement from the ring, family pressure could eventually force Anthony Joshua to take the decision. There have been unconfirmed reports claiming that the UK-based, Nigerian-born pugilist had retired after escaping death in a fatal road mishap which claimed the lives of two of his…
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Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s unmatched sense of humor, by Olabode Opeseitan
I doubt if there’s any Governor in Nigeria today who can match Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s sense of humor. At a public function, Pastor Remote, the comedian famous for ambushing people with “prophetic” pranks, spotted the Governor and launched his trademark greeting:“Abo Olorun ko daju lori yin” (May God’s assured protection be upon you). Without missing a beat,…
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Najomo urges staff diligence as NCAA commences new operational year
By Folashade Olorunfemi – The Director-General of the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Capt. Chris Najomo, has charged staff to uphold professionalism, discipline and unity as the authority begins its 2026 operational activities. He gave the charge while delivering his welcome address at an interfaith prayer and thanksgiving service held on Monday at the authority’s headquarters in Abuja to mark…
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Ekiti 2026: Opposition parties threaten boycott over PDP candidate omission
By Boye Oyeyemi – Opposition political parties in Ekiti State have threatened to boycott the June 20 governorship election over the exclusion of the Peoples Democratic Party’s candidate, Dr Wole Oluyede, from the official list released by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The threat was issued on Tuesday by the Inter-Party Advisory Committee during a peaceful protest by PDP supporters…
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US forces killed 55 Venezuelan, Cuban soldiers in Maduro capture — Report
US forces killed 55 Venezuelan and Cuban military personnel during their stunning raid to capture Nicolas Maduro, tolls published by Caracas and Havana showed Tuesday. In the first confirmation of its losses, Venezuela’s military said 23 of its service members died in Saturday’s attacks by the United States, which led to the ouster of Maduro as the country’s leader. Caracas…
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Chelsea confirm Liam Rosenior as new manager
By Tosin Omojola – A few days after parting ways with Enzo Maresca, London club Chelsea have confirmed the appointment of Liam Rosenior as his replacement. Rosenior has been handed a six-year contract to pilot the Blues. A statement by Chelsea said the focus would “continue to be on player development”, while stressing that the club’s “expectations and ambitions remain…
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