Benue: Alia focused on long-term development, not palliatives, supporter says
ABUJA — A supporter of Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia, Tagher Tagher Wan U Tiv, popularly known as Baba Atsar Gundu, has defended the governor’s development approach, saying the administration is prioritising long-term economic empowerment over dependence on palliatives. In a statement made available to journalists on Friday, Tagher said Governor Alia’s philosophy was centred […]
Police arraign ‘DJ Chicken’ over alleged threats to kill Seyi Tinubu
A social media personality, Abiodun Ademola, popularly known as DJ Chicken, appeared before an Ikeja Magistrates’ Court on Friday over alleged threats to kill Seyi Tinubu.
Oyo school abduction followed my 2027 presidential declaration – Makinde
“For seven years, we didn’t witness anything like this in Oyo State. I declared to run for the presidency of Nigeria at four o’clock, and by 9 a.m. the following morning, the children were abducted,” Makinde said.
Oyo abduction: PDP commends rescue, calls for measures to prevent recurrence
While noting that details of the rescue operation were still limited, the PDP commended the efforts of the Federal Government, the Oyo State Government, security agencies and other individuals and organisations that contributed to securing the victims’ release.
Vinicius apologizes to Brazilians for World Cup ‘frustration’
“I know how much I prepared, how much I focused, how much I wanted” the World Cup “for you, for my family,” Real Madrid superstar Vinicius said in an Instagram message to fans.
Oyo abduction: Makinde thanks Tinubu, says no ransom paid
The Oyo State Government expressed gratitude over the safe return of the victims after weeks in captivity, saying their release underscored the state’s commitment to tackling insecurity through principled and sustainable measures rather than financing criminal networks.
