LThe Ekiti State Bureau of Local Content (BOLC) convened a pivotal meeting with the Association of Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS) Ekiti State Chapter on January 7, 2025, at the mini Conference Hall of the Old Governor’s Office in Ado Ekiti. The forum focused on strengthening local content participation in state development projects. Dr….
The Oyo State Government has filed an 18-count criminal charge against the former wife of the Ooni of Ife, Naomi Silekunola, alongside popular radio proprietor Oriyomi Hamzat and the Principal of Islamic High School, Bashorun, Ibadan, Abdulahi Fasasi, following the tragic stampede at a children’s funfair event that claimed over 35 lives. The case, which…
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a man, Elela Monday, for allegedly killing his 14-year-old son at Ajowa Akoko, Akoko North-West Local Government Area of the state. The state Commissioner of Police, Mr Wilfred Afolabi, said Monday was among the suspected criminals being arrested by the men of the state command recently. The suspect…
The Executive Secretary, Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission (NCPC), Bishop Stephen Adegbite, on Sunday applauded President Bola Tinubu for making it possible for Christian pilgrims to embark on pilgrimage this year. Adegbite said Tinubu is not a religious bigot, adding that whatever he has done for the Muslims has also been extended to Christians. The NCPC…
As the New Year celebrations came to a close, residents of Ibadan were greeted with a pleasant surprise. Oyo State Pacesetter Transport Services, under the leadership of Hon. Dr. Oladeji Ibraheem Salami (DIKKO), announced the Omituntun 2025 New Year Bonus. This exciting offer allows commuters to travel anywhere within Ibadan on Omituntun buses for a…
The Nigerian Police Force (NPF) says refusal to assist officers under attack could result in a fine of N100,000 and a prison term of up to three months. In a tweet on Sunday, Muyiwa Adejobi, the force spokesperson, said anyone who fails to assist a police officer in distress is committing an offence. “Section 98…
President John Mahama has axed seven government ministries as part of efforts to rein in public spending under an International Monetary Fund (IMF) austerity programme. The move, announced in a gazette dated 9 January, reduces the number of ministries from 30 to 23, aligning with Mahama’s pledge to streamline government operations for greater efficiency….
Annie Kilner, wife of Manchester City defender Kyle Walker, has reportedly halted their divorce proceedings as Walker considers a potential move to Saudi Arabia. Sources suggest the 34-year-old footballer could secure a lucrative £400,000-a-week deal, drawing interest from clubs like Al Nassr, where Cristiano Ronaldo is captain. Last year, Annie sought legal advice regarding…
A Zimbabwean woman has been arrested for allegedly k!lling her two children following suspicions that her husband was cheating on her. The 25-year-old suspect, Blessing Chiromonyo, was detained on charges of murder after the tragic incident occurred on January 8, 2025, at a water canal in Section 4 of Triangle, Masvingo. According to a statement…
Prof. Wande Abimbola, born Ògúnwán̄dé Abím̄bọ́lá, a professor of Yoruba language and literature, and a former vice-chancellor of the University of Ife (formerly Obafemi Awolowo University), has revealed the process through which the Alaafin-elect, Prince Abimbola Owoade was chosen. According to the academician and elder statesman who once served as the Majority Leader of the…