Ilorin Emir, Kwara Leaders Mourn Oludofian
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Alhaji (Dr.) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has expressed grief over the death of the Oludofian of Idofian, Oba Muhammed Jamiu Omikunle II. The monarch, a second-class traditional ruler in Ifelodun Local Government Area, passed away recently. Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq also extended condolences […]
Senate Replaces Suspended Akpoti-Uduaghan
The Senate has removed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as Chair of the Committee on Diaspora and Non-Governmental Organizations. Newsmen gathered that She has been replaced by Senator Aniekan Bassey (APC, Akwa Ibom North), with the change taking immediate effect, according to Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Recall that Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended in March 2025 for alleged gross […]
Presidency Denies Targeting Opposition
The Presidency has rejected allegations that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is behind recent disruptions affecting opposition party activities, describing the claims as baseless and politically motivated. Presidential adviser Bayo Onanuga made the remarks yesterday, during an interview on national television dismissing reports that the President interfered with opposition meetings or events, particularly those involving the […]
Manchester United Eye Free Agent Strikers
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has been offered the chance to sign three free agent strikers, Jamie Vardy, Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Callum Wilson as the club seeks to strengthen its attack ahead of the new season. According to reports, United are aiming to improve on a disappointing 2024/25 campaign that saw them score just 44 […]
Texas Flood Death Toll Tops 100
The death toll from severe flooding in Texas has climbed to over 100, with rescue efforts ongoing across the state. Among the victims were 27 children and counselors at Camp Mystic, an all-girls summer camp hit by rising waters during the Fourth of July weekend. Officials warn that the situation could worsen as more rain […]
Kwara Backs Agriculture for Economic Growth
Kwara State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Afees Abolore Alabi, has identified agriculture as a key driver of the state’s economic future, citing its arable land, favorable climate, and strategic location between northern and southern Nigeria. Speaking at a town hall meeting under the State Action on Business Enabling Reforms SABER initiative, held […]
ASUU Suspends Work Over Salary Delay
The Academic Staff Union of Universities ASUU, has directed its members nationwide to suspend academic activities over the federal government’s delay in paying June 2025 salaries. The decision, enforced under ASUU’s “No Pay, No Work” policy, requires lecturers to withdraw their services if salaries are delayed beyond the third day of the month. ASUU President, […]
FG Sets 16 as Admission Age Limit
The Federal Government has reaffirmed 16 years as the minimum age for admission into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions, warning that the policy is final and non-negotiable. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, made the announcement today, at the opening of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board JAMB, Policy Meeting in Abuja. He warned that any admissions […]
Aina pens new three-year contract at Nottingham Forest
Nigeria defender Ola Aina has put pen to paper on a new three-year contract with Nottingham Forest. The versatile full-back will now remain at the City Ground until 2028. Talks over a new contract started between his representatives and Forest last year. There were fears among the Tricky Trees fans that Aina could leave the […]
Leave Trump, American politics, reconnect with South Africa – Shehu Sani advises Elon Musk
Former lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has urged Tesla CEO Elon Musk to leave U.S. President Donald Trump and American politics. Sani said Musk should reconcile and reconnect with his South African roots. In a post on his X handle today, Sani suggested that the tech billionaire should concentrate on his businesses, saying he should not […]
