Ondo State
26 Mar
An aspirant of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2024 Ondo State governorship election Paul Akintelure is dead. APC spokesman in Ondo State, Alex Kalejaye, confirmed the death of the medical doctor turned politician early Tuesday. Prior to his death, Akintelure had raised alarm over threats to his life. “Initially, I hope these…
26 Mar
The tracks of the Ilara Mokin, Ondo State, have been primed for the 2024 Ondo Auto Rally, which will feature the newly commissioned X-kart race series from March 29 to 30, the organisers have said.
22 Mar
The Ondo State Security Network Agency, otherwise known as Amotekun Corps, has foiled the plot by a seven-man gang of suspected criminals to rob three banks in the state during the week.
19 Mar
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has scheduled the governorship primary election in Ondo State for April 25, 2024. The ruling party in its timetable and schedule of activities pegged the price for the Expression of Interest and Nomination forms at N10m and N40m respectively Ahead of the November 16, 2024 gubernatorial election in Ondo State…
17 Mar
The sudden demise of the immediate past Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu (SAN), has been some sort of Pandora box politically for his successor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, who is jostling for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket next month.
17 Mar
Men of the Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (FOB), Igbokoda, Ondo State, at the weekend, busted an illegal refinery in Ilaje Local Council of Ondo State.
15 Mar
A group within the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ondo State Redemption Initiative (OSRI), has frowned against the alliance between Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa and a former governor of the state, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, who is the leader of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) in the state. According to the group, Aiyedatiwa has been appointing allies of…
11 Mar
A governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the forthcoming election in Ondo State, Olugbenga Edema, has said that he is the most qualified aspirant to govern the state.
9 Mar
As women all over the word celebrate the International Women's Day (IWD) on Friday, a governorship aspirant under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, Abayomi Sheba, has showered praises on Nigerian women, as he encouraged them to be more involved in nation building by taking an active part in efforts to rebuild the…
5 Mar
Men of the Ondo State Security Network Agency, otherwise known as Amotekun Corps, have arrested three jailbirds over their alleged involvement in various crimes across the state.
5 Mar
I had known him as a forthright man, down to earth, uncompromising, principled and downright courageous. But sitting there in the courtroom listening to the tributes from various speakers drew tears from my eyes.
4 Mar
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Akoko North West Local Government area of Ondo state has kicked against the appointment of Abdulganiyu Muhammed as the Special Adviser to the State Governor on Special Duty and strategies. Mr. Muhammed was one of the eight special advisers sworn in by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa along with six commissioners…
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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) is set to investigate the mob action incident, which led to the death of one of its personnel, Customs Assistant ll Auwal Haruna, in Katsina State.
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The Benin Traditional Council (BTC) has petitioned operatives of Edo State Police Command over plan by an individual to install Hausa King in Benin City.
In the letter dated April 18, 2024, the BTC said: “His Royal Highness Alhaji Adamu Isah Adamu
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President Bola Tinubu has appointed a new board to oversee the affairs of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Tinubu announced the appointment of seven Nigerian professionals on Friday in a statement by presidency spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale. The SEC board has Mairiga Aliyu Katuka as Chairman; Emomotimi Agama is Director-General while Frana Chukwuogor is Executive…
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Akwa Ibom State Government has indicated readiness to commence aggressive desilting of gutters and flood channels across the state.
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The Delta State Police Command has urged Point-of-Sale (POS) operators to be cautious when handling large cash transactions, particularly those involving armed individuals. It noted that customers requesting large cash transactions should be accompanied by a video by the POS operator. Police spokesperson, SP Bright Edafe, stated on Friday in a post on X, noting…