Emir Sulu-Gambari mourns Obajisun of Ayedun, Oba Olusegun Rotimi
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, His Royal Highness, Alhaji (Dr) Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, has expressed profound grief over the passing of His Royal Majesty, Oba Dr. Olusegun Abayomi Rotimi JP, the Obajisun of Ayedun, at the age of 85. In a condolence message issued by his Spokesman, Dr. Abdulazeez […]
Mahmood Yakubu Begins Tenure as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Qatar
Former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has officially assumed office as Nigeria’s Ambassador to the State of Qatar. Yakubu formally began his diplomatic assignment after presenting his Letters of Credence to the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, during a ceremony at the Amiri Diwan in Doha. […]
Suspected Lakurawa, Bandits Clash in Niger State
Heavy fighting has reportedly erupted between suspected Lakurawa fighters and armed bandits in the Tapkin Giyayya area of Mashegu Local Government Area, Niger State. Security analyst Zagazola Makama disclosed the development in a post on his official X account, claiming that both groups suffered casualties during the confrontation. According to the report, the clash began […]
PHOTO: Kwara Poly Begins Commercial Cassava Harvest
Kwara Poly Begins Commercial Cassava Harvest
Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, has commenced commercial cassava harvesting as part of efforts to boost internally generated revenue, enhance students’ practical training, and contribute to food security. Speaking during the institution’s maiden cassava harvest in Ilorin, the Rector, Engr. Dr. Abdul Jimoh Mohammed, said the initiative reflects the polytechnic’s commitment to combining academic learning with […]
FG Yet to Approve Adire for NYSC Uniform – Minister
The Federal Government has clarified that it has not approved Adire as the new uniform for members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), following widespread reactions to comments made by the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande. In a statement posted on his official X account on Thursday, Olawande said reports claiming that the […]
Santi Cazorla Linked With Arsenal Coaching Return
Former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla could make a surprise return to the club in a coaching role following his retirement from professional football, according to Football London. The 41-year-old recently brought the curtain down on an accomplished playing career after finishing his final season with his childhood club, Real Oviedo. Cazorla spent six memorable years […]
Benue Govt Removes Illegal Roadblocks on Vandeikiya-Konshisha Road
The Benue State Government has dismantled several illegal roadblocks and unauthorised checkpoints along the Vandeikiya-Konshisha road as part of efforts to curb extortion and improve security. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Security and Internal Affairs, Joseph Har, disclosed this while speaking with journalists in Makurdi on Thursday after an inspection tour of Konshisha. […]
Peter Obi Urges Nigerians to Register to Vote
Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has urged eligible Nigerians to take advantage of the ongoing voter registration exercise, describing it as the foundation for building a better nation. In a post on his verified X account on Thursday, Obi said meaningful change begins with voter registration, stressing that the power to shape […]
Iyabo Obasanjo Explains Why She Left APC
Former Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, daughter of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, has explained that she resigned from the All Progressives Congress (APC) after becoming dissatisfied with the party’s governorship candidate in Ogun State. Speaking on the Morayo Show, Iyabo said her decision was prompted by what she described as the candidate’s failure to honour commitments made […]
