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I remain fully aligned with Tinubu’s administration — Lai Mohammed
By Boye Oyeyemi – Former Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has dismissed claims that he has been silent on national affairs, insisting he remains an active supporter of President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Mohammed made the clarification in Owo, Ondo State, on Friday after delivering the 15th convocation lecture of Achievers University titled “Don’t Just Graduate, Innovate.” “I…
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ADC ready to field credible candidates for 2027 elections — Ondo chieftain
By Boye Oyeyemi – A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Ondo State, Hon. Akintunde Akingbola Ebenezer, says the party is prepared to field credible candidates capable of winning the 2027 elections. Akingbola, in a statement, said rising public dissatisfaction had positioned the ADC as a strong alternative for citizens seeking meaningful change. According to him, “the APC…
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Jonathan mourns Bayelsa deputy governor Lawrence Oborawharievwo
Former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo Oborawharievwo, describing his passing as a major loss to the state and the nation. Jonathan, in a condolence message on Friday, disclosed that he received the news of Oborawharievwo’s death with “deep shock and sadness,” noting that the…
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EFCC urges Opay to strengthen compliance, prevent financial crimes
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has urged Opay to prioritise strict compliance with Nigeria’s financial regulations to protect the integrity of its operations and curb money laundering and fraud. Olukoyede gave the charge on Thursday during a courtesy visit to the EFCC headquarters in Abuja by Opay’s Chief Executive Officer, Steven Wen,…
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Astronomical airfares and algorithms, by Simbo Olorunfemi
I am struggling to understand this argument by Aviation Experts making this astronomical hike in Airfares in December, especially for flights heading to the South East all about operational costs and taxes. It’s simply not adding up. How does a one-way ticket from Abuja to Asaba go as high as N750,000? How is a one-way economy ticket for a 30…
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Nigeria submits bid to host 2031 African Games
Nigeria has formally submitted its bid to the African Union Sports Council (AUSC) to host the 2031 African Games, signalling the nation’s ambition to once again welcome Africa’s premier multisport event nearly 25 years after the successful hosting of the 2003 edition (COJA). The bid presentation was made during high-level engagements with the AUSC, where Nigeria reaffirmed its readiness and…
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Tinubu appoints ex-Osun commissioner Akere as Renewed Hope Ambassadors coordinator
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – President Bola Tinubu has named former Osun Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Sunday Akere, as the new coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors in Osun State. Akere, who also served as special adviser to former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola, is among those appointed to represent the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory under the Renewed…
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Forum of Accord Party State Chairmen dismisses rumoured suspension of national chairman
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Forum of Accord Party State Chairmen has dismissed reports claiming that the party’s national chairman, Maxwell Mgbudem, has been suspended, describing the story as fake. In a statement released by the forum’s spokesperson and Ogun State chairman, Oke Rotimi, and made available to newsmen in Osogbo by the state chairman, Pastor Victor Akande, it…
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Former Flying Eagles coach praises Lawal, Nnadi’s Super Eagles call-up
Former Flying Eagles coach Ladan Bosso has praised the inclusion of Salim Fago Lawal in the 28-man Super Eagles squad for the 2025 AFCON tournament in Morocco. Lawal, who played under Bosso in the Flying Eagles team at the 2023 FIFA U20 tournament in Argentina, has been described as a pacy striker, strong and a clinical finisher inside the box.…
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Ekiti community protests alleged plot to impose monarch
By Boye Oyeyemi – Tension is rising in Ijesa-Isu Ekiti, Ikole Local Government Area, over claims that Mr David Oluwasegun Ateji is being imposed as the community’s next monarch. Residents alleged that traditional procedures for selecting a new Obanla are being influenced by “some political actors,” threatening the peace and unity of the town. The community accused Governor Biodun Oyebanji,…
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