play_arrow

keyboard_arrow_right

Listeners:

Top listeners:

skip_previous skip_next
00:00 00:00
chevron_left
volume_up
Go to album
  • play_arrow

    ALMOND 94.3 FM Ibadan

Blog masonry

Background
insert_link

News

COAS visits Oba of Lagos, urges traditional rulers’ support for military operations

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant-General Waidi Shaibu, has called for deeper collaboration between the Nigerian Army and traditional institutions to enhance ongoing military operations across the country. General Shaibu made the appeal during a courtesy visit on Thursday to the Oba of Lagos, His Royal Majesty Oba Rilwan Akiolu I, at his palace. In a statement issued on Friday by the Army spokesperson, Colonel Apollonia Anele, the COAS expressed profound appreciation to the monarch and the Lagos traditional […]

today12/12/2025 7

insert_link

News

Reps Begin Amendment of CBN Act to Strengthen Transparency and Oversight

The House of Representatives on Thursday advanced a bill seeking major amendments to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act as part of efforts to improve transparency, governance, and oversight at the apex bank. The bill, sponsored by House Leader Julius Ihonvbere and Jesse Onakalausi, passed second reading without opposition during plenary. Titled A Bill for an Act to Amend the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 1991, to Allow for Proper Day-to-Day Operations, Professional Oversight, and Enhance Checks and Balances, […]

today11/12/2025 3

insert_link

News

FG launches online platform for gas trading, exchange

The Federal Government has launched a new online platform for gas trading and exchange, marking a major step toward creating a transparent and competitive gas market in Nigeria. Speaking at the launch in Abuja, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, described the initiative—known as the Gas Trading Licence, Clearing House, and Settlement Authorization—as a turning point for the industry. “This milestone event signifies the dawn of a new era where our gas industry will emerge with […]

today11/12/2025 4

insert_link

News

EFCC to arraign former minster Ngige in court

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to arraign former Minister of Labour and Productivity and ex-Governor of Anambra State, Dr Chris Ngige. Ngige was picked up from his residence in Asokoro, Abuja, on Wednesday by operatives of the EFCC. According to family members, the arrest was carried out abruptly, with the former governor taken away before he could change out of his pyjamas. He had previously been granted administrative bail after honouring an invitation from the commission […]

today11/12/2025 4

insert_link

News

ECOWAS Appoints Aliko Dangote as Pioneer Chairman of Business Council

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has appointed the Chairman of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, as the inaugural Chairman of the ECOWAS Business Council (EBC). ECOWAS President, Dr. Omar Touray, announced the appointment during the 95th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Council of Ministers held on Wednesday in Abuja. The EBC is an independent platform created to strengthen the private sector, promote sub-regional trade, drive investment, and support economic integration across West Africa. It is designed […]

today11/12/2025 9

insert_link

News

Oyo First Lady Urges Women to Promote Giving, Peace and Stronger Families

Wife of the Oyo State Governor, Mrs. Tamunominini Makinde, has called on women across the state to uphold the spirit of giving, strengthen family bonds and continue championing peaceful communities as the year 2025 winds down. Speaking in Ibadan at the 2025 End-of-the-Year and Christmas Women’s Party, Mrs. Makinde—represented by the wife of the Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs.) Ajibola Lawal—commended Oyo women for their resilience throughout the year. She noted that their strength and contributions have helped sustain communities in […]

today11/12/2025 5

insert_link

News

Tinubu Reappoints Dr. Olugbenga Owoeye as Medical Director of Yaba Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital

President Bola Tinubu has approved the reappointment of Dr. Olugbenga Owoeye as the Medical Director of the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Yaba, for another four-year term. A statement issued by the hospital’s Director of Administration, Dr. Adeyinka Antwi, said the new term takes effect from June 1, 2025. Owoeye’s initial tenure ended on May 31, 2025, after which he continued in an acting capacity pending formal approval from the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare. Owoeye, the most senior consultant […]

today11/12/2025 6

insert_link

News

PSC, Police Begin Recruitment of 50,000 Constables Nationwide

The Police Service Commission, in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force, has announced the commencement of the recruitment of 50,000 constables, following approval by President Bola Tinubu. According to the PSC, the exercise aligns with the President’s directive to strengthen community policing, enhance internal security, and expand the manpower of the police. The move comes after Tinubu declared a nationwide security emergency on November 26, 2025, ordering security agencies to urgently recruit additional personnel to address rising insecurity. In a […]

today11/12/2025 6

insert_link

News

Osun JUSUN Temporarily Suspends Strike to Meet Judicial Service Commission

The Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN), Osun State chapter, has announced a temporary suspension of its ongoing strike to enable staff of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) to attend a scheduled meeting with commission officials. The union disclosed the development in a statement signed by its chairman, Comrade Idris Adedayo Adeniran. The suspension, which is subject to approval by the JUSUN Congress and the national leadership, will run from December 11 to 24, 2025. According to the statement, the […]

today11/12/2025 5

Don't miss a beat
0%
Verified by ExactMetrics