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Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has reaffirmed his loyalty to the Peoples Democratic Party despite the leadership crisis facing the opposition party, dismissing speculations that he plans to defect to the ruling All Progressives Congress. Makinde made the declaration on Wednesday in Abuja during the public presentation of a book titled Headlines and Soundbites: Media Moments that Defined an Administration, authored by former Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai […]

The Chief Judge of Ogun State, Justice Mosunmola Dipeolu, has disclosed that a total of 356 awaiting-trial inmates were released across the state between 2024 and 2025 as part of sustained efforts to decongest correctional facilities and uphold fundamental human rights. Justice Dipeolu made this known on Wednesday during a Jail Delivery Exercise held at the ceremonial court of the Judiciary Complex in Kobape, Abeokuta. She explained that the beneficiaries […]

Ahmed Musa, Nigeria’s most capped international footballer, has announced his retirement from the Super Eagles, bringing to a close a distinguished international career that spanned nearly 15 years. The Super Eagles captain made the announcement in an emotional post shared on X, formerly Twitter, where he expressed gratitude to Nigerians for their support throughout his time with the national team. “I wore this badge with pride for 15 years. From […]

United States President Donald Trump has announced an expansion of entry restrictions on foreign nationals from 24 countries, citing what his administration described as persistent gaps in screening, vetting and information-sharing that pose risks to U.S. national security and public safety. The new measures, outlined in a White House fact sheet, impose a full suspension of entry on eight countries and partial restrictions on 16 others. The restrictions affect both […]

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has obtained an order of the Federal High Court in Lagos to detain a cargo vessel, its captain and 20 other crew members following the seizure of 25.5 kilograms of cocaine at the Apapa seaport. The cocaine was discovered hidden in the hatch of the commodity vessel, MV San Antonio, which arrived in Lagos from Brazil. NDLEA operatives, acting on credible intelligence, uncovered the […]

The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has acknowledged the intermittent power supply and prolonged outages being experienced by customers across its franchise areas in Oyo, Kwara, Ogun, Osun states and parts of Ibadan. The company expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to households and businesses, assuring customers that efforts are ongoing to address the situation. In a statement issued by its management, IBEDC explained that the disruption was due to a […]

Ahead of the nationwide protests organised by the Nigeria Labour Congress, the police have deployed special forces and tactical teams across the country to ensure peaceful demonstrations and prevent any breakdown of law and order. Police commands in several states confirmed that officers and equipment have been mobilised to protect protesters and the general public, while guarding against attempts by hoodlums or political elements to hijack the rallies. The protests […]

The Senate has directed the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, to investigate the circulation of false reports alleging the deaths of Senate President Godswill Akpabio and former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (retd.). The decision followed the consideration of a motion raised during plenary by Senator Titus Zam, who expressed concern over the growing spread of misinformation on social media. He noted that claims of Akpabio’s death in a […]

Members of the Nigeria Labour Congress have begun assembling at the Congress’ Secretariat in Abuja ahead of a nationwide protest over the worsening insecurity across the country. Those already present include the NLC President, Joe Ajaero, alongside representatives of various civil society organisations. Also in attendance are Omoyele Sowore and members of the Revolution Now Movement, who have joined the mobilisation. Security operatives have been deployed to the area, with […]