Four people have been killed and at least five injured after a man armed with a knife went on a rampage in the US state of Illinois. The suspect, Christian Soto, 22, has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of first-degree murder. Police in Rockford say the attacks occurred Continue Reading
The bodies of two people have been recovered from a red pickup truck, which was underwater where the Baltimore bridge collapsed. Eight construction workers were on the bridge when a ship struck it, plunging them into the waters below. Two of the workers were rescued on the day, but the search continues for the other […]Continue Reading
By Oluwakayode Banjo Oyo State Government has reiterated that the ban on the collection of illegal levies in public schools was still in force, warning that it would deal with anyone contravening the ban. This is coming on the heels of reports that some errant teachers, compelled pupils to pay for the ongoing second-term unified […]Continue Reading
By Mojisola Oladele The Osun State House of Assembly has assured residents that the present administration led by Senator Ademola Adeleke would ensure the ongoing Teachers Recruitment Process exercise is based on merit. The Chairman, House Committee on Education, Alhaji Sikiru Bajepade gave the assurance when he led other members of the committee to inspect […]Continue Reading
By Mojisola Oladele The Chairman House Committee on Rural Development and Community Affairs, Mr. Elisha Oderinwale has presented before the House the report on amendments made in The Osun State Urban and Rural Access Roads Establishment Bill 2024. In his report, Mr. Oderinwale who recalled that the bill was first read on Thursday 19th October, […]Continue Reading
By ‘Dayo Adenuga Mrs Ayeni needs your advice…. She got married to Mr Ayeni 19years ago. Before their marriage,both of them had a child each, coincidentally both were male. After marriage,the couple was blessed with 4 children, 2female and 2male. Over the years the family grew well and strong….Lekan,Mrs Ayeni’s first Son now 24years old […]Continue Reading
By Daniel Adejo The Federal Government has declared Friday, March 29 and Monday, 1st April, as public holidays to mark the celebrations of 2024 Good Friday and Easter Monday respectively. The minister of interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Aishetu Ndayako. He urged Christians and […]Continue Reading
By Oriola /Afolabi Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has forwarded to the House of Assembly 12 names as Commissioners-nominee for confirmation. A letter containing the list of the nominees was on Wednesday addressed to the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Mr . Olamide Oladiji, signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Tayo Oluwatuyi. According to […]Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi Oyo State Government will host the first International Tourism Summit 2024 (#ITSOyoState2024) in Ibadan between April 17 and 18, 2024. This event, organized by the newly established Ministry of Culture and Tourism, aims to attract local and international stakeholders to explore tourism opportunities and potential investments in the state. While Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi Oyo state government has called on the 700 traders allocated stalls at Agodi Gate area Ibadan to maintain the facility for an improved state development. Governor Seyi Makinde spoke through the Commissioner for Trade and Commerce, Demola Ojo during the allocation of the stalls to the traders. He said his administration would […]Continue Reading
By Abimbola Bamgbose Muslims faithful have been enjoined to imbibe the spirit of forgiveness as well as to let the act of kindness reflect in their lives during and after the month of Ramadan. The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun gave the admonition on Tuesday while speaking at a special iftar organised for the […]Continue Reading
By Rotimi Famakin In a bid to further broaden the knowledge of students, the management of Citadel Model School, Ayegun Oleyo, Ibadan has embarked on an excursion to the Broadcasting House of Radio Nigeria, Dugbe, Ibadan. The students, who were conducted around various facilities and departments were also exposed to stages in news and programme packaging […]Continue Reading
By Isaac Afolabi The Ondo State Government will collaborate with the Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS to get rid of illegal immigrants in the state. Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa gave the assurance when he hosted the Comptroller of Immigration, Ondo State Command, Mrs Grace Adeoye in his office. Governor Aiyedatiwa said his administration was also finalizing plans to […]Continue Reading
By Funmi Ojo Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke says his administration will fully support the Carbon Farming project in the state. Governor Adeleke gave the assurance when he received the delegates of the National Council on Climate Change, NCC and Dyadra/Nobless Green Energy at the banquet hall of the Government House, Okefia, Osogbo, Osun […]Continue Reading
By Fasilat Lawal The Chairman of, the Medical Advisory Committee, CMAC, University College Hospital, UCH, Ibadan, Dr Abiodun Adeoye says the Federal Ministry of Health has commenced the process that will lead to the restoration of power supply to the hospital. Dr Adeoye stated this while speaking with Radio Nigeria on efforts being made by […]Continue Reading
By Oluwatoyin Adegoke Forty-eight youths belonging to different cult groups have renounced their membership in the Sagamu local government area of Ogun state. The weapons surrendered included one pump action gun, four double barrels, seven single barrels, two English pistols, four locally made pistols and 35 cartridges. The State Commissioner of Police, Mr Abiodun Continue Reading
By Rasheedah Makinde The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Commandant General’s Special Intelligence Squad has uncovered a massive illegal oil refining site at a forest in Odagwa Community in Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State. The spokesman for the NSCDC, Rivers State Command, Olufemi Ayodele, disclosed this while parading the suspects and […]Continue Reading
On Mid-week Cruise this Wednesday is based on issues surrounding DNA/ paternity, inherent dangers, psychological trauma and legal stand. Join the ‘Dayo Adenuga and Belinda Quadri on Premier fm93.5 and Southwest stations of Radio Nigeria Ibadan today, Wednesday, 27th March,2023 by 9am. You can also watch live and contribute via Continue Reading
By Iyabo Adebisi Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has turned the sod for building a mall for the Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Oyo State chapter, at the NUJ press centre, Iyaganku, Ibadan. The mall, a partnership between the Oyo NUJ and a private company, will house 40 shops, a 1,000-capacity hall, children’s play-station, […]Continue Reading
By Funmi Ojo Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has charged the Implementation Panel on Contract Review White Paper members to operate within due process and the rule of law. Governor Adeleke gave the charge during the committee’s inauguration at the banquet hall of the government house, Okefia, Osogbo of the State capital. He maintained […]Continue Reading
By Taiwo Akinola Senegal has made history by electing the youngest President in the history of the country and Africa. Bassirou Diomaye Faye, turned 44years on the day 25th of March 2024, of his election and a visionary leader ready to steer the affairs of the country into prosperity. Senegal’s youthful population has made Africa […]Continue Reading
By Olufisoye Adenitan Onilogbo Hakeem Effect at AMCA Awards Image Source: Punch Claim: A Facebook user, Very Dark Man, has claimed that a two-headed man has arrived in Nigeria. Verdict: Misleading. Available findings showed that the image is an artistic work produced by Onilogbo Hakeem Effect for a movie scene in the Anikulapo series, Rise […]Continue Reading
The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has confirmed the escape of the Binance regional manager for Africa, Nadeem Anjarwalla. According to ONSA, Anjarwalla escaped by using a smuggled passport, adding that the officer in charge of his detainment has been arrested. ONSA Head of Strategic Communication, Zakari Mijinyawa, said in a statement, “Preliminary […]Continue Reading
The Federal Government on Monday initiated proceedings against Binance, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange platform over tax evasion. The charges were filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja by the Federal Inland Revenue Service. In the suit with number: FHC/ABJ/CR/115/2024, FIRS implicated Binance with four tax evasion accusations adding that it was a decisive move […]Continue Reading
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has announced the end of its seven-day warning strike to give more room for the government to do the needful. The president of the association, Mr Mohammed Ibrahim, made the declaration at a virtual stakeholders forum, organised by the Education Writers Association of Nigeria (EWAN) on Sunday […]Continue Reading