Alaafin of Oyo has demanded the Ooni of Ife revoke the Okanlomo of Yorubaland title immediately A brewing crisis appears to be unfolding between the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, and…
Month: August 2025
Three states declare public holidays
News Update THE governments of Lagos, Oyo, and Ogun states have declared Wednesday, August 20, 2025, as a public holiday to mark this year’s Isese Day celebration. The holiday was announced separately…
ADC Reacts To 2025 By-Elections Outcome
News Update THE 2027 coalition party, African Democratic Congress (ADC), has admitted its poor performance in Saturday’s by-elections, attributing the results to alleged violence, vote buying, and irregularities that marred the polls….
Shake-up as Nigerian Army names new leaders
THE Nigerian Army has made changes to its top leadership, appointing new commanders and senior officers to head major formations across the country. The adjustments affect positions including General Officers Commanding (GOCs),…
U.S insists on disclosure of social media history for visa applicants
The United States government has reiterated that all visa applicants must provide details of their social media activity over the past five years. In a post on X, formerly Twitter, the U.S….
BREAKING: FG meets two demands of Nigerian workers amid threat to shut down economy
The Nigerian government has reportedly met two key demands of the Nigerian Labour Congress amid a strike ultimatum. The demands are the reversal of the 40 percent deduction from the Nigeria Social…
62 kidnap victims regain freedom after NAF airstrike on bandits in Katsina — Report
The Katsina State Government has confirmed the dramatic escape of 62 kidnapped victims following a manhunt of a notorious bandit, Muhammadu Fulani, by the Nigerian Air Force that had a successful strike…
BREAKING: Lagos commences Ogudu-Ifako bridge maintenance
The Lagos State Government has announced that the second phase of maintenance works on the Ogudu-Ifako Bridge in Kosofe Local Government Area will begin on Tuesday, August 19, and run until Wednesday,…
Bandits kill community leader after evening prayers in Kwara — Report
Gunmen suspected to be bandits have shot dead a prominent resident, identified as Alhaji Gomina, in Lade community, Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State. The tragic incident occurred on Sunday…
Nwoko Calls for Ranches in All 774 Local Government Areas
Senator Ned Nwoko has called for the establishment, development and management of ranches across all 774 local government areas and the Federal Capital Territory to enhance food security across the country. …