Empowerment: Senator Adeola disburses N750 million to 10,000 Ogun traders
No fewer than 10,000 market women and men across Ogun State have benefited from the 5th edition of the “Oloja Yayi” Market Support Fund facilitated by Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola with N750 million in direct cash grants disbursed in three days.
WHO reports largest Ebola outbreak in DR Congo
The Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has intensified, becoming the largest Ebola outbreak ever recorded in the country, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has said.
13 dead after small tourist plane crashes in Peru
At least 13 people died when a small plane carrying tourists to view Peru’s famed Nazca Lines archaeological site crashed, police said Saturday.
Ogun PDP accuses TESCOM of mobilising teachers to attend Yayi meeting
The media office of the Ogun State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate has accused the state government of allegedly politicising the education sector, following a directive purportedly requiring public school teachers and head teachers to attend a meeting with the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Senator Solomon Adeola aka Yayi.
Tinubu mourns with Olubadan, Makinde over Oloye Alabi’s death
President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of Oloye Lekan Alabi, a veteran journalist and public relations icon, on Saturday in Lagos at the age of 76.
I’ll continue to guarantee freedom of religion – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s continued commitment to guaranteeing freedom of religion as entrenched in the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).
Nigeria needs leaders who respect public office – Tunde Bakare
Bakare, the Serving Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church (CGCC) said that he remained confident that a Nigeria that works would emerge in his lifetime.
Veteran journalist, ex-Oyo gov’s spokesman Lekan Alabi dies at 76
Veteran journalist, renowned public relations practitioner and former Chief Press Secretary to several Oyo State governors, Oloye Lekan Alabi, is dead.
Jang shaped my political journey, says Gov Mutfwang
Mutfwang stated this at the public presentation of Jang’s autobiography, “From Soldiering to Politics: Here I Stand,” held as part of activities marking the former governor’s 80th birthday in Jos.
Crisis looms as FCDA authorises metal market inside 3 Karsana estates
A major test of power play will be brought to bear on Sunday, when scrap metal dealers begin trading in a new market they have built on the perimeter fence of Mabglobal Estate in Karsana, which houses about 700 homes and many families.
Welbeck joins Chelsea on two-year contract
Chelsea have signed striker Danny Welbeck from Premier League club Brighton & Hove Albion on a contract running until 2028.
CONCACAF calls for ‘comprehensive reckoning with’ Infantino’s FIFA leadership
Last week, world governing body FIFA had announced plans to create a commercial subsidiary which would run its biggest events, including the World Cup and Club World Cup.
Police celebrate as Corporal Nathaniel bags 400m hurdles gold at Commonwealth
The Nigeria Police Force on Saturday expressed profound pride and delight over the historic gold medal victory of Corporal Ezekiel Nathaniel at the ongoing Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Ports are strategic national assets, not just ship berthing points — Oyetola
The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has said Nigeria’s ports should no longer be viewed merely as locations where ships berth, but as strategic national assets capable of driving industrialisation, attracting investment and accelerating economic growth.
Kidnapped Benue seminarian escapes from abductors – Church
The Catholic Diocese of Otukpo in Benue State has announced the safe return of its seminarian, Kelvin Ochai, who was abducted by gunmen at Asa III in Otukpo, Benue State, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Osun 2026: Governorship debate cancelled over candidates’ absence
As the Osun State August 15 governorship election takes place within two weeks, candidates of major political parties have been evading public debates.
