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Leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State have thrown their weight behind former Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. They have endorsed him as the party’s candidate for a seat in the Lagos State House of Assembly. This move has surprised many political observers in the state. Sanwo-Olu, who recently completed his second term as […]
Chief Bayo Adelabu, the Agbaakin Parakoyi of Ibadanland, has made pointed remarks directed at the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Sen. Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. While praising the monarch for his political skill in defeating the progressives on two occasions in Oyo State, Adelabu made it clear that he will not let the traditional ruler dictate the […]
A visit to the President at the seat of power should never be trivialized as a mere social outing or a vacation in a five-star park. For Governors, Ministers, and Directors-General, the Villa is not a tourist destination or a backdrop for personal bragging rights. The common habit of visiting simply to boast, “I was […]
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, has called for the introduction of community policing to help reduce crime in Oyo State. The traditional ruler made the appeal during a meeting with security stakeholders and community leaders. He believes that involving local people in security matters will make it easier to tackle crime effectively. According […]
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly reaffirmed its readiness to participate fully in the 2027 general elections. The party dismissed rumours suggesting it was being excluded or weakened ahead of the polls. Party leaders insisted that the ADC remains united and focused on presenting strong candidates across the country. According to the party, recent […]
The second edition of the Africa Commodities Conference and Exhibition (ACCE) is set to hold in Abuja this month, with organisers promising a stronger focus on Nigeria’s mining value chain, particularly artisanal and small-scale miners (ASM), whose role remains critical yet under-capitalised. Chief Executive Officer of Mica Equity Allocation Ltd and promoter of […]
An unrestrained illegal lithium mining and rising criminality is pushing communities along the Oyo–Kwara border into a deepening security crisis, as fresh findings link the booming illicit trade to a spike in kidnappings, ransom payments, and deadly attacks. What residents now grimly call a “new normal” unfolded in Soro Village, along the Malete […]
The Obidient Movement has called for calm among its supporters following growing speculation about a possible political realignment involving Peter Obi and other opposition figures ahead of the next election cycle. In a statement released on Saturday via X, the group’s National Coordinator, Yunusa Tanko, said Mr Obi is currently engaged in consultations with political […]
Team Nigeria’s mixed 4x100m relay squad has qualified for the final at the ongoing World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana, after finishing fourth in their heat with a record-breaking performance. The Nigerian quartet of Favour Ashe, Jennifer Chukwuka-Obi, Chidera Ezeakor and Maria Thompson clocked 40.24 seconds to set a new African record. They progressed alongside […]
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Saturday urged residents of Badagry to preserve the legacy of the late Akran of Badagry, De Wheno Aholu Menu Toyi I, describing the monarch as a symbol of unity, fairness and cultural heritage. The governor made the call during a funeral outing thanksgiving service held in honour of the […]
