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UN youth office disowns Adeyemi’s alleged appointment

UN youth office disowns Adeyemi’s alleged appointment

The United Nations has disowned Mr Adeniyi Adeyemi Matthew over his alleged appointment to a position within the UN Youth Office, declaring that he has no appointment, employment or affiliation with the organisation. The UN Youth Office also stated that Adeyemi was never authorised to represent the office or the United Nations in any capacity. […]

How I facilitated FUOYE’s establishment — Senator Arise

How I facilitated FUOYE’s establishment — Senator Arise

By Rotimi Ojomoyela ADO-EKITI — Senator representing Ekiti North Senatorial District, Ayo Arise, has explained his role in the establishment of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, FUOYE, saying he facilitated the process through engagements with the Federal Government. Addressing journalists in Ado-Ekiti, Arise, who served in the National Assembly between 2007 and 2011, said he initiated […]

DEBT ALLEGATION: Opposition lied, Taraba not owing N1.2tn — Govt

DEBT ALLEGATION: Opposition lied, Taraba not owing N1.2tn — Govt

By Femi Bolaji JALINGO — The Taraba State Government has dismissed claims by opposition politicians that the state is burdened with N1.2 trillion in debt, describing the figure as misleading and inaccurate. Addressing journalists in Jalingo at the weekend, the Commissioner for Finance, Dr Sarah Adi, said critics of the administration had failed to distinguish […]

Man shot dead on way to church in Plateau

Man shot dead on way to church in Plateau

By Golok Nanmwa JOS — A man reportedly on his way to church was shot dead by suspected gunmen at Fann community in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident, according to residents, occurred at about 8 a.m. on Sunday, causing panic in the community. A resident, Erica Dung, who confirmed the […]

2027: Kebbi PDP rejects rumour of supporting APC

2027: Kebbi PDP rejects rumour of supporting APC

By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi BIRNIN KEBBI — The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Kebbi State has dismissed reports that it has endorsed the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, ahead of the 2027 general elections. Kebbi State PDP Chairman, Usman Bello Suru, in a statement on Sunday, said the party remained united and had not […]

Bode George to Onaiyekan: Ignore Wike

Bode George to Onaiyekan: Ignore Wike

By Dapo Akinrefon Former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Chief Olabode George, on Sunday, described John Cardinal Onaiyekan as the “Desmond Tutu of Nigeria.” George, the Atona Oodua of Yorubaland, also urged Onaiyekan not to be distracted by criticisms from FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, and some government officials over his comments […]

INEC extends deadline for Guber, assembly candidates’ lists

INEC extends deadline for Guber, assembly candidates’ lists

…Says stolen Osun PVCs cannot be used to vote By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA — The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has extended the deadline for political parties to submit their lists of candidates for the governorship and State Houses of Assembly elections scheduled for the February 2027 General Election. The Commission disclosed this in a […]

Osun election: Farmers, butchers endorse Gov Adeleke

Osun election: Farmers, butchers endorse Gov Adeleke

As the governorship election in Osun State is set to hold this weekend, farmers under the aegis of All Farmers of Nigeria, AFAN, endorsed Governor Ademola Adeleke for re-election, describing him as farmer-friendly.