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Unilorin marks 50 years as VC highlights achievements, future ambitions
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – The University of Ilorin has commenced a week-long celebration marking 50 years of academic excellence, innovation, and leadership, with Vice-Chancellor Prof. Wahab O. Egbewole, SAN, describing the institution as “gold that never rusts.” Addressing the gathering at the University Auditorium on Tuesday, Prof. Egbewole reflected on the university’s journey from its humble beginnings in 1975…
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Tinubu seeks Senate passage of new legal practitioners bill
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has asked the Senate to consider and pass the Legal Practitioners Bill 2025, a comprehensive reform proposal aimed at modernising the regulatory framework for legal practice in Nigeria. According to a report by TheCable newspaper on Tuesday, the request was conveyed in a letter read by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during Tuesday’s plenary.…
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IGP Egbetokun visits Niger, calls for unity against escalating insecurity
By Kunle Sanni – Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun has called for a unified national response to Nigeria’s worsening security crisis, stressing that coordinated action is essential to confronting emerging threats. The police chief made the remarks during a sympathy visit to Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago following the abduction of students from St. Mary’s Catholic…
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Police confirm abduction of 10 victims by gunmen in Kwara
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the abduction of 10 people after gunmen attacked Isapa via Obbo-Ile Village on Monday. According to a statement on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, the command received a distress call at about 6:30 p.m. and promptly deployed patrol units and tactical teams to…
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Fayose says he regrets giving Obasanjo $20,000 before birthday event
Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has disclosed that he gave former President Olusegun Obasanjo $20,000 ahead of his 65th birthday celebration in Lagos — a gesture he now describes as wasteful following the ex-president’s conduct at the event. Fayose said the payment arose after Obasanjo welcomed him to his Abeokuta residence days before the celebration, assured him of his…
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Carney says trade talks with Trump to resume ‘when it matters’
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney says trade talks with the US will resume “when it’s appropriate”, dismissing questions about his most recent communication with President Donald Trump. Asked when he last spoke to Trump, Carney responded: “Who cares? It’s a detail. I’ll speak to him again when it matters.” The prime minister’s remarks come after trade talks were derailed last…
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Lagos unveils Culture Week to kick off ‘Detty December’ festivities
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Lagos is gearing up for a grand cultural showcase as the state government announces preparations for the maiden edition of Lagos Culture Week, a two-day celebration of the city’s heritage, creativity, and vibrant lifestyle. The event, organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture in partnership with the Lagos Cultural Mission, will hold on Sunday,…
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DSS, military engaged abductors to free Kwara worshippers — Presidency
By Kunle Sanni – Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga says a non-kinetic operation by security agencies led to the safe release of 38 worshippers abducted from the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) in Eruku, Kwara State, on 18 November. The victims were freed on Sunday, 23 November, days after President Bola Tinubu received a security briefing from the Director-General of the Department…
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EXCLUSIVE: Osun governor in dilemma over political party to adopt for 2026 gubernatorial election
By Yetunde Oladejo in Osogbo – Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State is at present in a quandary over which political party platform to adopt for his re-election in 2026. This follows the unending crisis within his People’s Democratic Party that may hamper its ability to successfully sponsor candidates for elections. The PDP has been broken down the line, and…
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Tinubu names Uzodimma ‘Renewed Hope Ambassador’ ahead of Ward Development Programme launch
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has appointed Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma as the Renewed Hope Ambassador ahead of the national rollout of the Federal Government’s Ward Development Programme. According to a statement issued on Tuesday by presidential adviser Bayo Onanuga, Uzodimma will also serve as the director-general for party outreach, engagement, and mobilisation. In his new role,…
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