32 People Aboard Military Aircraft That Crashed in Ondo
The Federal Government has confirmed that 32 people were aboard the military aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, on Monday. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, disclosed this in a statement following a report from air traffic controllers that the aircraft, with tail number NGR 931, had disappeared from radar while travelling […]
NAF Aircraft Crashes in Ondo During Routine Mission
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has confirmed that one of its aircraft crashed in the Igbokoda area of Ondo State in the early hours of Monday. NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Ehimen Ejodame, said the aircraft was conducting a “routine mission” when the incident occurred. In a statement made available to TheCable, Ejodame […]
Helicopter Crashes in Ondo, Occupants Feared Dead
Several people were feared dead after a helicopter crashed in a swampy area of Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, on Monday. A source who spoke about the incident said the crash occurred in a creek area that was difficult to access. The exact number of casualties was not immediately known, […]
AI Enters Nigerian Classrooms as Teachers Demand Better Support
Artificial intelligence is increasingly finding its way into Nigerian classrooms, but teachers and education stakeholders say the technology must be matched with better training, welfare, facilities and professional recognition. The issue takes on added significance as Nigeria marks the 2026 World Teachers’ Day on October 5. The annual observance highlights the role of teachers in […]
Troops Kill Suspected ISWAP Commander in Ondo Forest Operation
A combined security operation involving the Nigerian Army, Department of State Services (DSS) and the Western Nigeria Security Network, known as Amotekun, has reportedly killed a senior ISWAP commander in a forest in Owo, Ondo State. Security expert Zagazola Makama disclosed the development on Monday, citing security sources who said the operation was conducted at […]
Ilorin Road Crash Claims One, Leaves Several Injured
One person was killed and several others injured after a commercial bus carrying 21 passengers crashed and caught fire along the Oko-Olowo highway in Ilorin, Kwara State, on Sunday. The accident occurred at about 6:35 p.m. near Iye-Maja Junction after a tyre reportedly burst, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The bus, […]
Okpebholo Faces Backlash Over UK-Nigeria Fuel Price Comparison
Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has come under criticism after saying Nigerians should consider themselves fortunate that petrol sells for between N1,400 and N1,500 per litre, citing higher prices in the United Kingdom. Okpebholo made the remarks while speaking at the “Operation Rescue Benin-Asaba Road” event in Edo State. He said he recently bought petrol […]
APM Candidate Announces N200m Bursary for Bauchi Students
The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) governorship candidate in Bauchi State, Yakubu Adamu, has announced a N200 million bursary programme for students from the state studying in tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The Director-General of the Yakubu Adamu Governorship Campaign Council, Hamza Koshe Akuyam, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, describing the initiative as part of […]
OAMF Raises Alarm Over Alleged Use of Adeleke’s Image
The Osogbo Accord Media Force (OAMF) has raised concerns over the alleged use of Governor Ademola Adeleke’s name and image, as well as the Accord party identity, on souvenirs and campaign materials reportedly circulated by Hon. Ayodeji Abdulai Olaiya, popularly known as Ayonic, the APC candidate for the Osogbo State House of Assembly. In a […]
APGA Holds Ohaukwu Campaign Rally Despite Council Ban
The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) on Saturday held its campaign flag-off at Amike Playground, Ezzamgbo, in Ohaukwu Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, despite a directive from the council chairman restricting political gatherings at the venue. The rally marked the formal commencement of APGA’s campaign in the Ebonyi/Ohaukwu Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 […]
