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Makinde Addresses VDM, Other Protesters, Promises Safe Return of Oriire Abducted Victims.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to securing the safe rescue of the schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area, assuring residents that every available option is being explored to bring them home safely. The governor gave the assurance while addressing a group of protesters led by Nigerian social media influencer and activist, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), at his private residence in Ikolaba, Ibadan. Makinde said the government remains focused on […]

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Oil drops below $80 on US-Iran deal.

Global oil prices fell below $80 per barrel on Tuesday following renewed optimism over the planned reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns about disruptions to global energy supplies. Brent crude, the international oil benchmark, declined by 4.0 per cent to $79.87 per barrel, falling below the $80 mark for the first time since early March before recovering slightly. Meanwhile, the U.S. benchmark, West Texas Intermediate (WTI), dropped 4.7 per cent to below $77 per barrel. Market sentiment improved […]

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Tinubu commissions Judges’ Quarters, says it’s investment in rule of law.

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday reaffirmed his administration's commitment to judicial independence and institutional reforms as he commissioned the newly completed 10-unit Court of Appeal Judges' Quarters in Katampe District, Abuja. Represented by the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), the President described the housing estate as a strategic investment in the rule of law and democratic governance. He said the project is one of several judicial infrastructure initiatives being commissioned to mark the third […]

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Makinde hosts EU delegation, seeks support for agriculture, education.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday hosted a European Union delegation led by the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, at his private residence in Ibadan. The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between Oyo State and the European Union in the areas of agricultural development, education and the fight against gender-based violence. Also present at the meeting were the Head of Human Development Section of the European Union in Nigeria, Prof. Leila Mathieu, the governor's Adviser […]

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Makinde vows to safely rescue abducted Oyo students, teachers.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has assured residents that the abducted schoolchildren and teachers in the state will be rescued safely, saying his administration is doing everything possible to secure their release. The governor gave the assurance while addressing social media influencer VeryDarkMan and other protesters at the Oyo State Government House. Makinde said he was deeply troubled by the abduction, noting that the victims, including nursery and primary school pupils, had spent more than one month in captivity. "I […]

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Tinubu Urges Appeal Court Justices to Uphold Justice Without Fear or Favour

President Bola Tinubu has urged Justices of the Court of Appeal to remain fair, impartial and steadfast in the discharge of their duties, stressing the importance of delivering justice without fear or favour. The President made the call on Monday during the inauguration of the new Court of Appeal Abuja Division Building Complex in Dakibiyu, reaffirming his administration's commitment to strengthening the rule of law and the nation's judiciary. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu charged the justices to […]

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Education Ministry Denies Cyberattack on NEMIS Platform

The Federal Ministry of Education has dismissed reports claiming that the Nigeria Education Management Information System (NEMIS) was compromised by a cyberattack, describing the allegations as false and misleading. In a statement issued on Monday by the ministry's Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, the ministry said the NEMIS platform was never hacked, breached or subjected to any form of cyberattack. According to the ministry, the integrity, confidentiality and availability of data on the platform remain fully intact. […]

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Federal Government Begins Fresh Mass Trial of Over 600 Terrorism Suspects

The Federal Government has commenced another phase of mass terrorism trials involving more than 600 suspected terrorists in Abuja, reaffirming its commitment to tackling terrorism and strengthening national security. The week-long proceedings, which began on Monday, are taking place simultaneously in several courtrooms of the Federal High Court. The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), is leading the prosecution, while the Director-General of the Legal Aid Council, Aliyu Abubakar, heads the defence team. Judges presiding […]

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Oke-Aremo Forum Urges Senator Alli to Prioritise Traditional Role Over Governorship Ambition

The Oke-Aremo Development Forum in Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State has urged Senator Sharafadeen Alli to focus on his new traditional responsibilities following his elevation to the position of Ekerin Balogun of Ibadanland, rather than pursuing his 2027 governorship ambition. In a statement jointly signed by the forum's President, Alimi Alao, and Secretary, Adebayo Kazeem, the group congratulated Alli on his promotion, describing it as a significant milestone that should place him above partisan politics and position […]

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