Insecurity: Oyo’ll never be another Chibok — Makinde
Makinde struck an emotional tone, insisting that his administration would do everything possible to ensure that the abducted children did not suffer the fate of the Chibok schoolgirls.
Dangote to build biggest free trade zone at Olokola, Ondo
—Ondo set for industrial revolution — Aiyedatiwa By Dayo Johnson Akure Dangote Group President Aliko Dangote, has announced plans to construct the biggest industrial and free trade zone at Olokola, Ondo State, with construction set for Q4 2026. He said this during a courtesy visit to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa in Akure, describing the project as […]
Palestinian leader Abbas announces presidential election in early 2027
Abbas, 90, won the last Palestinian presidential election in 2005 with a mandate of four years, meaning his term should have expired in 2009.
Niger shuts down six illegal mining sites in Kontagora
By Wole Mosadomi MINNA — The Niger State Government has ordered the immediate shutdown of six illegal mineral processing sites located in Kontagora Local Government Area of the state. The operation, carried out on Saturday by the State Ministry of Mineral Resources, was supported by security operatives, including officials of the Nigeria Security and Civil […]
Kano 2027: NDC’s Gwarzo picks Kwankwaso’s son as running mate
“Hon. Mustapha Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has been unveiled as the running mate to HE Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo for the 2027 governorship election,” he said.
Hijrah 1448H: Oyo Govt declares Tuesday work free day
The Oyo State Government has declared Tuesday a work-free day to commemorate and celebrate the new Islamic calendar year, Hijrah 1448AH.
Sowore condemns court order deregistering ADC, four other parties
In a post on X on Monday, the human rights activist criticised the deregistration of political parties that had already concluded their primaries and were preparing for future elections.
APC leaders, governors storm Ebonyi for Tinubu endorsement rally
By Jeff Agbodo, Abakaliki ABAKALIKI — The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Nentawe Yilwatda, alongside members of the party’s National Working Committee, on Monday led a high-powered delegation to Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, for a rally endorsing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in 2027. The rally, held at the Abakaliki […]
Digital postcode to transform commerce, security, cut delivery costs – Tijani
The Federal Government on Monday said Nigeria’s digital Alphanumeric Postcode System, set for launch in October 2026, would transform commerce, improve security and significantly cut delivery costs.
Reps begin hearings on Defence bills to strengthen military, veterans’ welfare
By Gift Chapi Odekina, Abuja ABUJA — The House of Representatives on Monday commenced a two-day public hearing on a series of defence-related bills aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s military structure, improving personnel welfare, and enhancing the Armed Forces’ capacity to respond to emerging security threats. Opening the hearing at the National Assembly Complex, Speaker of […]
Makinde assures corps members of enabling environment and security in Oyo
“We believe that when youths are empowered with the right opportunities, guidance, and support, they become catalysts for development and agents of positive change.
