- News from States
AbdulRazaq calls for tougher security measures after deadly Oke-Ode raid
…mourns deaths of forest guards, residents By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has called for tougher security measures and increased military deployments following the deadly attack on Oke-Ode in Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, the governor described the incident—which claimed the…
Read More » - Homeland News
Owa Obokun dethrones Oba-Odo of Ilesa over transformer scandal
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Paramount Ruler of Ijesaland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Clement Adesuyi Haastrup, Ajimoko III, has removed Chief Busuyi Gbadamosi as the Oba-Odo of Ilesa. The monarch announced the removal in a statement personally signed at the weekend, citing Gbadamosi’s unlawful role in the disappearance of two community-owned electric transformers. According to the statement, Gbadamosi illegally…
Read More » - Health
The power of safe abortion: Reducing maternal mortality and improving health outcomes, by OYAWIN
Safe abortion is a critical aspect of reproductive health, allowing individuals to make informed choices about their bodies and futures. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 25 million unsafe abortions occur annually, resulting in significant health risks and complications. What is safe abortion? Safe abortion refers to the medically supervised termination of pregnancy, performed by trained healthcare providers…
Read More » - Politics
Akande, Oyetola will guide APC to best choice for 2026 – Oyintiloye
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has expressed confidence that the national leader of the party, Chief Bisi Akande, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola, and other stakeholders will ensure that only the best candidate emerges for the 2026 governorship election. Speaking with…
Read More » - National News
Ezekwesili raises alarm over decline of independent media, calls for action
By Kunle Sanni – Former Education Minister Oby Ezekwesili has warned that the decline of independent media is eroding democratic accountability and weakening economic development worldwide. In a post on X on Sunday, Ezekwesili said the collapse of trusted news outlets is creating a vacuum filled by less credible sources, making it easier for governments to evade scrutiny. “Regrettably, independent…
Read More » - Perspectives
Femi Orebe: The Citizen Journalist at 80, by Simbo Olorunfemi
The Citizen Journalist was 80 on Wednesday, September 24th. ‘The Citizen Journalist’ is a moniker adopted by Dr Femi Orebe, for reasons I will be asking him later. But it is one that apparently fits one of the most brilliant and knowledgeable men I have ever met, given his long years of dedication to journalism from the standpoint of a…
Read More » - Perspectives
Against errant policemen, I testify… But the good ones I salute! By Bolanle Bolawole
Two videos about the police trended on social media last week; one was positive while the other was negative, so to say. The first video was a public relations’ stunt by the Public Relations department of the Nigeria Police Force and the purveyor was self-styled “People’s Lawyer” and popular social media influencer, Kanayo O. Kanayo. It ran thus: No more…
Read More » - Economy
AfDB pledges fresh support for Nigeria’s agro-industrial zones
…as Shettima advances Africa-Caribbean ties at UNGA80 By Kunle Sanni – Nigeria has secured a renewed funding commitment from the African Development Bank (AfDB) to expand the country’s Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) project, with Phase 2 set to cover 24 additional states. Vice President Kashim Shettima made the case for increased support during a bilateral meeting with AfDB President,…
Read More » - News from States
Saraki urges Abdulrazaq to tackle insecurity in Kwara
…as Bawa becomes state PDP chairman By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – Former Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, has urged Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State to take urgent and decisive action against the growing wave of killings, kidnappings, and the collapse of security, particularly in the northern and southern parts of the state. Saraki warned that Kwara risked becoming a…
Read More » - Sports
Nigerian clubs target next round in CAF competitions
By Tosin Omojola – Nigeria’s flagbearers in both the CAF Champions League and the CAF Confederation Cup will be on duty at various venues today as they seek progress in the competitions. It is a crucial day for the trio of Abia Warriors, Kwara United, and Rivers United, who will all face their foes in the second leg of their…
Read More »
Follow our WhatsApp Channel