New face of Alaafin, Ooni rivalry: Okanlomo of Yorubaland (Seyi Tinubu) VS Okanlomo Oodua (Dotun Sanusi)
The battle for cultural and traditional supremacy between the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, appears to have deepened following the installation of Seyi Tinubu, President Bola Tinubu’s son, as Okanlomo of Yorubaland by the Alaafin.
Ondo police arrest mother, son over alleged money ritual
By Dayo Johnson A 53-year-old mother, identified as Maria, and her 28-year-old son,Adewale, have been arrested for alleged attempt to use a 10-year-old boy for money ritual in Ile-Oluji area of Ondo State. Sunday Vanguard gathered that the mother allegedly conspired with her son to engage the services of a herbalist to use the victim […]
Rivers Ijaw People’s Congress abandons Fubara for Wike
By Idowu Bankole The Rivers Ijaw People’s Congress has announced its decision to abandon Governor Siminilayi Fubara of Rivers State, and pledged allegiance to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike. Chairman of the congress, Senator George Sekibo, announced the group’s decision during Wike’s “thank you” visit to Okrika Local Government […]
2026 calculations harden
AT about 6:30 a.m., before Garki fully wakes up, Ibiam Udo is already arranging newspapers opposite the Cyprian Ekwensi Art and Culture Centre in Area 10.
Tension as world reacts to Maduro’s arrest: Russia, China, S/Africa lead global backlash
The dramatic capture of President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela by US forces has sent shockwaves around the world, raising questions about the principles of international law and respect for sovereignty.
Ex- Ondo Speaker, Rt Hon Bakkita Bello becomes 7th Olukoju of Odooko- Afa, Okeagbe Akoko
By Dayo Johnson Akure The former Speaker of the Ondo state House of Assembly, Rt Hon Dr, Bakkita Bello has been coronated as the 7th Olukoju of Odòoko Afa Okeagbe in Akoko North-West Local Government Area of Ondo State. Title of Olukoju is one of great honours in Afa Okeagbe. It stands as the warrior […]
Tinubu’s reforms easing pains, stabilizing economy — Olabimtan, Ondo RHA Coordinator
By Dayo Johnson, Akure Rt. Hon. Victor Olabimtan, a former Speaker of Ondo State House of Assembly, is the Chairman, Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board, ODSUBEB. Olabimtan has just been appointed the state coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, RHA. In this interview, he speaks on the objective of the RHA and how it aligns with […]
Photos: Akpabio aide takes Senate President’s free medical outreach to Lagos, targets 700 beneficiaries
Residents of Surulere, Lagos State, on Saturday trooped out in large numbers to benefit from a free medical outreach organised under the Akpabio Cares Initiative, a philanthropic programme driven by the office of the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio. The outreach, which offered free medical consultations, drugs and eyeglasses, is the third edition […]
Interior Ministry: Driving reform initiatives in Paramilitary agencies
The Interior Ministry has, in the last two years, mobilised paramilitary agencies in the direction of internal security reorganisation and affirmation, writes Emmanuel Onani.
Agbonayinma family marks second anniversary of singer son’s passing, Zuwa
By Ayo Onikoyi The Agbonayinma family on January 3, 2026, marked the second remembrance of Osazuwa Michael Agbonayinma, popularly known as Zuwa, remembering a young life defined by creativity, promise, and impact. Zuwa, who was born on July 30, 1999, in Houston, Texas, passed away on January 3, 2024, also in Houston, just weeks before […]
GKS President decries rising ungodliness, injustice as Church marks feast of tabernacles
The President of God’s Kingdom Society (GKS), Brother Felix Ekundayo Adedokun, has raised alarm over what he described as a growing wave of ungodliness, injustice and violence in society, calling on leaders at all levels to govern with integrity and the fear of God.
Uyo: Lawson Godwin Hezekiah’s Mentorship-First approach to Education
By Adesina Wahab As interest in digital careers continues to grow across Nigeria, increasing numbers of young people are seeking opportunities to learn practical technology skills that can translate into sustainable careers. In Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, this demand has become more pronounced as youths explore alternatives to traditional employment pathways and look toward the […]
Oyo borehole professionals urge Makinde to regulate water sector, boost inclusion
By Adeola Badru Professional borehole contractors in Oyo State have called on Governor Seyi Makinde to lead efforts in formally regulating and sanitising the water drilling sector, warning that the current lack of clear standards exposes residents to unsafe water, substandard infrastructure, and unqualified operators. The appeal was made by Mr. Ayo Akinyemi, Chairman of […]
Tinubu’s reforms easing pains, stabilizing economy – Olabimtan, Ondo RHA Coordinator
Rt Hon Victor Olabimtan was a former Speaker of the Ondo state House of Assembly and presently the state chairman of the Executive Chairman, Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board, ODSUBEB. He has just been appointed the state coordinator of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, RHA.
Chief Adegbesan celebrates 60th birthday, launches book in grand style
Chief Dotun Donald Adegbesan, the Bobaseto of Ilaro-Yewaland, marked his 60th birthday in grand style with the launch of his book, Harvest of Patience: A Life Unveiled, at the Eko Club, Lagos.
