2027: Ogun APM picks Akinlade as deputy governorship candidate
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Ogun State chapter of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has announced Ms. Akinlade Abosede, as the party’s deputy governorship candidate for the 2027 governorship election. According to the party, the announcement has been welcomed by party supporters across the state’s three senatorial districts. Speaking with journalists shortly after the nomination, […]
Ex-Ogun Commissioner lauds judiciary over life sentence for child rapist
…says judgement restores confidence in judiciary By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta Former Ogun State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Motunrayo Adijat Adeleye, has commended the Ogun State Judiciary for its steadfast commitment to justice, following the conviction and life imprisonment of a man found guilty of raping a minor. Adeleye described the judgment […]
Edo Senator urges incoming LG chairmen on development, financial prudence
By Ozioruva Aliu BENIN CITY – THE Senator representing Edo Central Senatorial District, Sen. Joseph Ikpea has called on those that would be elected as chairmen of local government areas in Edo State in the July 11 election to explore the full autonomy they now enjoy to bring development to the people. He also advised […]
We’re expanding drive for innovation, industry-focused education – Academic City University President
The President of Academic City University, Accra, Ghana, Prof. Fred McBagonluri, has said the institution is expanding its commitment to innovation, entrepreneurship and industry-focused education as part of efforts to produce graduates equipped to meet the demands of the global economy. McBagonluri said the university’s educational model is designed to bridge the gap between academic […]
Nigerian platform turns excess airtime into cash, hits 70,000 swaps in 18 months
By Juliet Umeh MubuyWallet, a Nigerian bill payment platform, is helping address one of the country’s most common digital payment challenges through its Airtime Swap service, giving users a simple way to convert excess airtime into cash. In a country where millions of people rely on mobile networks for communication, business, and everyday transactions, purchasing […]
Register, reject vote buying, shape your future, IDC urges residents
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Ilese Development Council (IDC) has called on eligible Nigerians to register as voters, collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and actively participate in elections as part of efforts to strengthen democratic governance. The call was made on Saturday during a Voters’ Education Summit organised by the council in Ilese, in […]
PAVE girls lead grassroots movement against harassment, bullying, teenage pregnancy in Ogun
By Ephraim Oseji Determined to protect their peers and create safer neighborhoods, trained young girls from the Platform for Amplifying the Voice and Empowerment of Girls (PAVE) have taken the lead in identifying critical issues like sexual harassment, bullying, and teenage pregnancy within their own communities. Instead of waiting on outside intervention, these young advocates […]
HACEY unveils Project Agbebi, trains 100 health workers, reaches 2,000 mothers
By Ephraim Oseji HACEY has announced the launch of Project Agbebi’s 2026 community Maternal Health Outreach, a six-state maternal health intervention running from June 15 to July 24, 2026, supported by the Bank of Industry. Across Kaduna, Ogun, Anambra, Cross River, Taraba, and Kwara States, the project will train 100 healthcare workers, deliver safe birthing […]
PDP remains strong in Ekiti despite governorship election defeat – Oluyede
The governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the June 20, 2026 Ekiti State governorship election, Dr. Oluwole Oluyede, has said the outcome of the poll demonstrated that the party remains a formidable political force in the state despite the challenges it faced during the election. In a statement issued on Sunday, Oluyede expressed […]
Tinubu commissions Bensono’s 40,000-metric-tonne-per-day concentrate plant in Benue
By Peter Duru, Makurdi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday commissioned the 40,000-metric-tonne-per-day fruit concentrate plant of Bensono Fruits Processing Company Limited in Makurdi, describing the project as a major boost to Nigeria’s agricultural industrialization and economic development. The President, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, said “the investment aligns with […]
Cody Gakpo requests privacy after death of unborn son
Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo has asked for “privacy and space” following the loss of his unborn son, which was announced by his partner Noa van der Bij.
