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I never sought third term as president — Obasanjo insists
20/09/2025

I never sought third term as president — Obasanjo insists

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has firmly denied long-standing claims that he attempted to extend his presidency beyond the constitutionally permitted two terms, stating that he never pursued such a goal. Speaking at a democracy dialogue hosted by the Goodluck Jonathan Foundation in Acc...

Police arrest man for assaulting wife in viral video
20/09/2025

Police arrest man for assaulting wife in viral video

  The Ogun State Police Command on Saturday confirmed arresting one Fatai Quadri seen in a viral video violently assaulting his wife, Rukayat Quadri, at their residence in Illese-Ijebu on the 15th of September, 2025. Quadri, who was seen inflicting fist blows on the victim, resulting in bodily...

Kwankwaso: The President who missed his moment, by Ahmad Mahadi
20/09/2025

Kwankwaso: The President who missed his moment, by Ahmad Mahadi

Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso remains one of the most recognizable figures in Nigerian politics. With his iconic red cap and massive grassroots following in Kano, he has built a loyal movement that few can match. Yet despite his charisma and ambition, Kwankwaso’s chances of becoming Nigeria’s president h...

DICON confirms one dead, several injured in Kaduna factory explosion
20/09/2025

DICON confirms one dead, several injured in Kaduna factory explosion

The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) has confirmed that Saturday’s explosion at its factory in Kaduna State claimed the life of one staff member and left several others injured. In an official statement issued by DICON’s Public Relations Officer, Maria Sambo, the incident was at...

Ondo, Ekiti, Delta, Edo Commissioners meet to chart sustainable energy future under BEDC
20/09/2025

Ondo, Ekiti, Delta, Edo Commissioners meet to chart sustainable energy future under BEDC

The Ondo State Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Engr. (Dr.) Johnson Jaiyeola Alabi, has convened a high-level strategic meeting with his counterparts from Ekiti, Delta, and Edo States — all under the coverage of the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC). The meeting, held via...

NCC raids Ibadan bookshops, arrests suspects over piracy
20/09/2025

NCC raids Ibadan bookshops, arrests suspects over piracy

By Adejayan Gbenga – The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) has cracked down on bookshops in Ibadan, Oyo State, sealing several outlets and arresting suspects over the sale of pirated books. The raid, which took place on Saturday, targeted major book markets in the state capital. The operatio...

Man Utd claim all points against Chelsea
20/09/2025

Man Utd claim all points against Chelsea

Manchester United capitalised on Robert Sánchez’s fifth-minute red card to secure a crucial victory over Chelsea in torrential rain at Old Trafford. The first Premier League match in history to see two or more goals, red cards, and substitutions in the first half was settled by goals from Uni...

Liverpool edge Everton 2-1 to keep perfect start
20/09/2025

Liverpool edge Everton 2-1 to keep perfect start

Liverpool made it five wins from five as their flawless start to the defence of their Premier League crown continued with victory in the Merseyside derby against Everton at Anfield. Arne Slot’s side established early control when Ryan Gravenberch’s clever lofted finish from Mohamed Salah’s...

Tottenham fights back to hold Brighton in four-goal thriller
20/09/2025

Tottenham fights back to hold Brighton in four-goal thriller

Tottenham fought back from two goals down to secure a deserved point against Brighton on Saturday. The Seagulls were second best for much of the match but found themselves 2-0 up after 31 minutes thanks to Yankuba Minteh’s early strike and Yasin Ayari’s powerful drive. However, Richarlis...

Ondo Health Commission partners Owena Press to drive insurance scheme enrollment
20/09/2025

Ondo Health Commission partners Owena Press to drive insurance scheme enrollment

The Ondo State Contributory Health Commission (ODCHC) has entered into a strategic partnership with Owena Press Limited to deepen public awareness and drive enrollment into the state’s health insurance scheme. Director General of the Commission, Dr. Abiodun Oyeneyin, disclosed this during a courte...

Kwara governor appoints Prof. Popoola as CMD of newly designated teaching hospital
20/09/2025

Kwara governor appoints Prof. Popoola as CMD of newly designated teaching hospital

Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has approved the appointment of Professor Ademola Alabi Popoola as the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the newly designated Thomas Adewumi Teaching Hospital in Omu-Aran. The appointment follows the recent signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding...

Ondo plans more prudent budget for 2026 amid funding constraints
20/09/2025

Ondo plans more prudent budget for 2026 amid funding constraints

By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Government is considering a more streamlined and realistic budget for the 2026 fiscal year in a bid to align its financial plans with available and accessible funding sources. The decision is coming on the heels of poor budgeting performance as a result of non-...

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