By Yemi Akintomide The Distinguished Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, CFR representing Ondo South has been doing a great diplomatic assignments and relations for our dear country since he resumed as a member of the 10th Senate as Chairman of Senate Committee on Inter-parliamentary Affairs Worldwide, combining the special job with his constituents needs and developmental assignments.Continue reading "Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim: Between senate and ambassadorial role"
Food insecurity: Don calls for adequate storage, processing facilities
By Aderemi Bamgbose Prof. Foluso Adetuyi of the Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH) has charged the Federal Government to establish adequate modern storage and processing facilities for post harvest of agricultural produce.Adetuyi, a professor of Food and Post Harvest Biochemistry and the university’s Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics), gave the charge in aContinue reading "Food insecurity: Don calls for adequate storage, processing facilities"
Ogun NMA calls for implementation of universal CONMESS salary structure
By Joy AkinsanyaThe Ogun State Chapter of Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), has called on the state government to improve their salary structure by implementing a universal Consolidated Salary Structure (CONMESS) across all healthcare sector.Dr, Luqman Ogunjimi, the NMA Chairman, made the call in a press briefing heralding the 2024 Physicians Week/Scientific Conference on Tuesday inContinue reading "Ogun NMA calls for implementation of universal CONMESS salary structure"
Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim to deliver FUTA Foundation Day Lecture
By Ogungbemi Adeyemi OrimisanBillionaire Business Magnate and Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria representating Ondo South at the Red Chamber of the National Assembly will on Tuesday, Aug 20 deliver the 2024 Foundation Day Lecture of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), founded 43 years ago (1981).The Oxford trained mega project expert willContinue reading "Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim to deliver FUTA Foundation Day Lecture"
Akeredolu writes Jimoh Ibrahim over road maintenance request
…. says Senator's dedication to serving the people of Ondo State, truly commendableGov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State, has applauded and commended the Senator representing Ondo South Senatorial District atthe National Assembly, Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim, CFR over the unprecedented landmark achievements in the Senate.Akeredolu, while approving construction of four roads to be repaired by theContinue reading "Akeredolu writes Jimoh Ibrahim over road maintenance request"
Jimoh Ibrahim notifies Senate of invitation to World Bank/IMF anxiliary meetings in Morocco
By Aderemi Bamgbose Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim, representing Ondo South Senatorial District at the National Assembly, will, from Oct. 9 to Oct.15, attend the ancillary meetings of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Marrakech, Morocco.Consequently, he has notified the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, of his invitation to the meetings of the two worldContinue reading "Jimoh Ibrahim notifies Senate of invitation to World Bank/IMF anxiliary meetings in Morocco"
FG re-opens Idiroko, three other land borders
The Federal Government on Friday approved the reopening of four additional land borders shut in August 2019 as part of efforts to curtail smuggling and boost local production of rice.A circular released by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), signed by Deputy Comptroller-General E. I. Edorhe, on behalf of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Hameed Ali. HeContinue reading "FG re-opens Idiroko, three other land borders"
Fayose’s favorite, Kolawole becomes Ekiti PDP Guber candidate
Bisi Kolawole has emerged the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the June 18 governorship election in Ekiti state.Kolawole, a former chairman of the PDP in Ekiti, edged out Segun Oni, an ex-governor, and Kolapo Olusola-Eleka, a former deputy governor of the state.The primary election took place in Ado-Ekiti on Wednesday.Kolawole had resignedContinue reading "Fayose’s favorite, Kolawole becomes Ekiti PDP Guber candidate"
FG’s planned fuel subsidy removal, election strategy says NBA.
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) says the All Progressives Congress (APC) ed Federal Government suspended the planned petrol subsidy removal because of the forthcoming 2023 elections.The President of NBA, Olumide Akpata, made this known on Monday while speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ programmeIt was earlier reported that a former Head ofContinue reading "FG’s planned fuel subsidy removal, election strategy says NBA."
Breaking: Nigeria beat Sudan 3-1 to reach AFCON round of 16.
Nigeria defeated Sudan 3-1 in their AFCON 2021 encounter at the Stade Roumdé Adjia in Garoua, Cameroon, on Saturday.The victory assures the Super Eagles of a place in the Round of 16.With the victory, the Super Eagles won their opening two matches at an Africa Cup of Nations in consecutive tournaments for the very firstContinue reading "Breaking: Nigeria beat Sudan 3-1 to reach AFCON round of 16."
APC Crisis: Twist as Tinubu, Fayemi agree to work together.
As the 2023 politicking gathers momentum, the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, have resolved to work together to address the lingering crisis rocking the party.The two top leaders of the party, who are nursing presidential ambition, made the resolution during aContinue reading "APC Crisis: Twist as Tinubu, Fayemi agree to work together."
Breaking: Ondo workers ll smile at Xmas – Akeredolu
Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has promised to make workers of the state happy during the yuletide. He made this promise on Tuesday in Akure contrary to the notion of the opposition that workers should be ready for hard time as there was no plan for salary.Details later.
Breaking: NFF sacks Rohr, appoints Eguavoen as interim coach
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has sacked Gernot Rohr, the Super Eagles Technical Adviser.NFF confirmed the development on its website on Sunday night.NFF, however, aappointed Augustine Eguavoen as the interim coach of the three-time African champions.More details later
Prepare for delay in December salaries, FG warn civil servants.
The Federal Government has advised civil servants to exercise caution in spending their November salary because of the possible delay in the payment of their remuneration for December.The Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Dr Folasade Yemi-Esan issued the advisory circular on Wednesday in Abuja.She said workers should make provisions for Christmas celebration fromContinue reading "Prepare for delay in December salaries, FG warn civil servants."
Senator Melaye reacts to tribunals ruling against his election
FBI agents reportedly in Nigeria working with informants and interpol
A social media user has claimed that FBI Agents are currently in Nigeria and working with informants and Interpol extradition team. A twitter user has made an announcement that will make all criminals especially the Yahoo boys in Nigeria to be on their toes as they fear being caught in the act. Following the recentContinue reading "FBI agents reportedly in Nigeria working with informants and interpol"
Former APC governor stole N1 trillion says Ihedioha
Gov. Emeka Ihedioha of Imo State has accused his predecessor, Mr Rochas Okorocha of stealing N1trillion while in power. According to a statement on Friday issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Steve Osuji, available records show that in eight years, former Gov. Rocha Okorocha mismanaged about One Trillion Naira belonging to Imo State. “WeContinue reading "Former APC governor stole N1 trillion says Ihedioha"
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Ponmo processing centre shut over alleged human faeces, urine found at premises in Ondo
A popular ponmo supply store on Igboliki Street, Akure South Local Government Area of Ondo State, has been shut down after an environmental sanitation inspection reportedly uncovered buckets containing human faeces and urine on the premises. The Akure South Local Government Chairman, Hon. Gbenga Donald Fasua, ordered the immediate closure of the facility following theContinue reading "Ponmo processing centre shut over alleged human faeces, urine found at premises in Ondo"
Drama as Obasanjo, daughter throw banter in public
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and his daughter, Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, turned a public symposium into a comedy arena of sort on Friday evening as they exchanged banter. The mild drama unfolded at the auditorium of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL), Abeokuta, Ogun State, venue of the Ajibosin Platform, an annual symposium organised as partContinue reading "Drama as Obasanjo, daughter throw banter in public"
FG begins N50,000 monthly cash support for vulnerable households
The Federal Government has rolled out a monthly cash support scheme offering N50,000 to vulnerable households as part of efforts to ease the burden of rising living costs. The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr Bernard Doro, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday in Abujw. He described the National Emergency ReliefContinue reading "FG begins N50,000 monthly cash support for vulnerable households"
Dangote refinery faces fresh competition, as 7 new modular refineries set to begin operation in 2027
Nigeria's petroleum refining industry is heading for another major transformation as seven new modular refineries prepare to commence operations in 2027, potentially challenging the growing dominance of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The proposed facilities are expected to add a combined 83,000 barrels per day (bpd) to Nigeria's refining capacity, strengthening domestic fuel production and potentiallyContinue reading "Dangote refinery faces fresh competition, as 7 new modular refineries set to begin operation in 2027"
Troops neutralise 48 ISWAP terrorists in 5 hours night counter-offensive in Borno, Yobe
Troops of the Joint Task Force, North East, Operation Hadin Kai, have killed 48 suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters during operations in Borno and Yobe States. The military said the operations took place in Bitta, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, and Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State,Continue reading "Troops neutralise 48 ISWAP terrorists in 5 hours night counter-offensive in Borno, Yobe"
Ondo South deserves a representative, not a boss: MATO’s PDP Senate bid puts accessibility at the centre
Ondo South is approaching another important political crossroads, where the meaning of representation goes beyond occupying a seat in the Red Chamber. A senator is expected to be accessible, attentive and sufficiently connected to the people to understand their concerns. The real question is not who carries the biggest political title, but who can carryContinue reading "Ondo South deserves a representative, not a boss: MATO’s PDP Senate bid puts accessibility at the centre"
371 bag first class honours at Covenant varsity
A total of 371 students of Covenant University, Ota, Ogun State, on Friday graduated with First-Class honours degrees at the institution’s 2026 convocation. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Timothy Anake, disclosed this during the university’s 21st convocation ceremony for the award of first and higher degrees and presentation of prizes to deserving graduates in Ota. TheContinue reading "371 bag first class honours at Covenant varsity"
Sen. Faduyile: The urgency of purpose
By Steve Ovirih. When Prof. Francis Adedayo Faduyile walked into the 10th National Assembly as Senator representing Ondo South on June 24, he did not come as a typical politician. He came as a physician, a pathologist, a former President of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), and a man who understands that in medicine, asContinue reading "Sen. Faduyile: The urgency of purpose"
Faduyile lauds FG’s policies on teacher training colleges
Distinguished Senator, Prof. Dayo Faduyile OON, representing Ondo South Senatorial District at the 10th National Assembly, has saluted the Federal Government over its dual mandate policy for teacher training in the Federal Colleges of Education in Nigeria. Faduyile who was Chairman, Committee of Chairmen of Governing Council, Federal Colleges of Education (FCE) noted that withContinue reading "Faduyile lauds FG’s policies on teacher training colleges"
Tinubu inducts 5 advanced helicopters to boosts NAF counter-terror operations
President Bola Tinubu has formally inducted five newly acquired military helicopters into the order of battle of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) at the presidential hangar in Abuja. The new additions, comprising three Leonardo AW109 Trekker B helicopters from Italy and two Airbus H125 helicopters from France. This marked a significant boost to the nation’sContinue reading "Tinubu inducts 5 advanced helicopters to boosts NAF counter-terror operations"