2027: Adegbonmire emerges APC candidate for Ondo Central, seeks party unity
— Extends olive branch to rivals, says no grudges By Dayo Johnson, Akure Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire, SAN, has called for unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) after emerging as the party’s candidate for the Ondo Central Senatorial District in the 2027 general elections. In a statement personally signed and made available to journalists in […]
One killed in fresh Kenya protests after alleged abductions
The Kenyan capital was shut down last week by a massive police deployment after campaigners declared a day of remembrance for protesters killed by security forces in previous demonstrations.
Amotekun nabs father, 3 sons for kdnapping in Ondo
—Rescues victim, recovers ransom By Dayo Johnson Akure The Ondo State Security outfit, codenamed, Amotekun, has arrested a 56-year-old man, Iliasu, and his three sons for alleged kidnapping in Oba-Akoko, Akoko South-West LGA. Briefing newsmen in Akure, the Amotekun Commander, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, who parading 28 suspects arrested for various offences, said that the victim […]
FG, SSANU sign agreement on renegotiation
By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — The Federal Government and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) on Monday signed an agreement on the 2009 renegotiation. The agreement marked the end of the face-off between the government and SSANU. This is as the national president of SSANU, Comrade Mohammed Haruna Ibrahim, has called on the […]
2027: Labour Party confirms receipt of INEC access code
By John Alechenu ABUJA- The Labour Party, LP, has finally received the access code from the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to upload the names and particulars of its candidates for the 2027 general election. National Publicity Secretary of the LP, Ken Asogwa confirmed the development in Abuja, via telephone on Tuesday. He said, “Yes, […]
We must maintain effective air power to stamp out terrorism — CAS
According to him, it is to critically analyse underlying trends, identify systemic deficiencies, and develop practical solutions to prevent future mishaps.
FRSC, NITT sign MoU on transport training, road safety
The Federal Road Safety Corps and the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology, Zaria, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen transport training, research, innovation and road safety in Nigeria.
WHO sounds alarm on disease outbreaks in quake-hit Venezuela
The World Health Organization voiced concerns Tuesday about potential disease outbreaks in Venezuela with local health services overwhelmed following deadly earthquakes.
Nagelsmann says won’t ‘run away’ after Germany World Cup exit
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said he wanted to stay in his job despite the defeat on penalties to Paraguay that sent the four-time World Cup winners crashing out in the last 32 on Monday.
Insecurity: Afenifere commends Police, Abiodun, Sanwo-Olu, over ‘Operation Kosaye’
By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, the Governors of Ogun and Lagos states, and the Commissioners of Police in both states for their decisive action against banditry and kidnapping along the Ogbere–Sagamu Road in Ogun State. In a statement issued on behalf […]
Leverage AfCFTA opportunities to boost exports, Oduwole urges states
Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, has urged state governments to leverage opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to expand exports, attract investment and accelerate industrial growth across Nigeria.
