As Nigeria marks the 2026 International Youth Day (IYD) public affairs commentator Omoyele Olabode has urged Nigerian and Ondo State youths in particular, to position themselves as problem-solvers rather than just sit on the wall if they want real influence in governance and the economy. Speaking in an interview ahead of the global observance themedContinue reading "IYD: Ondo youths must lead with skills, integrity – Olabode"
OAUSTECH ASUU begins indefinite strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), chapter Okitipupa, Ondo State, has embarked on an indefinite strike. Dr Oluwatoyin Ogunbamike, the chapter’s ASUU Chairman, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday in Okitipupa, that the industrial action was as a result of non-implementation of theContinue reading "OAUSTECH ASUU begins indefinite strike"
Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway ‘ll unlock Ondo’s economic potential – Olabode
A stakeholder in Ondo State and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Mr. Omoyele Olabode, has said the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway will serve as a major economic corridor for Ondo State, linking its coastal communities to markets across the South-West and South-South. Speaking with newsmen on Tuesday, Olabode described the federal project as “a game-changer” thatContinue reading "Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway ‘ll unlock Ondo’s economic potential – Olabode"
Arogbo Ijaw Chief Council Abuja visits Sen. Faduyile
The Arogbo Ijaw Chief Council, Abuja, a group of Elite Ijaws of Arogbo Ibe kingdom in Ondo State have paid Ondo South Senator, Prof. Dayo Faduyile a scheduled visit on Tuesday, August, 11, at his National Assembly Office Complex in Abuja. The group speaking through its spokesperson, High Chief Frank Soriwei, said they have comeContinue reading "Arogbo Ijaw Chief Council Abuja visits Sen. Faduyile"
Sen. Faduyile mourns Odidi’s passing
By Steve Ovirih Ondo South Senator, Prof. Dayo Faduyile, OON has described the death of former member of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Hon. Kunle Odidi as shocking, painful and unexpected. Odidi reportedly passed away following a brief illness at the age of 58. Faduyile, noted that he was a kind gentleman who willContinue reading "Sen. Faduyile mourns Odidi’s passing"
Osun Guber: Adeleke raises alarm over plot by Oyetola, APC to rig poll
Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, has accused the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola and the All Progressives Congress (APC) of allegedly planning to manipulate the forthcoming governorship election in the state billed for Saturday, Aug. 15. Adeleke raised the allegation in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, and madeContinue reading "Osun Guber: Adeleke raises alarm over plot by Oyetola, APC to rig poll"
Cameroon’s 1-0 victory end Falcons WAFCON title defence
Nigeria’s hopes of retaining the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title have ended after the Super Falcons suffered a 0-1 defeat to Cameroon in the quarter-finals on Sunday. The decisive moment came in the 19th minute when Myriam Maéva Nyadjou Wamen produced a superb free-kick to put Cameroon ahead. Nigeria responded by pushing forwardContinue reading "Cameroon’s 1-0 victory end Falcons WAFCON title defence"
Why I planned coup against Tinubu’s govt.- Col. Ma’aji
Col. Mohammed Ma’aji has shed more light on how an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s administration was conceived, funded and revived before security agencies disrupted it in September 2025. According to PREMIUM TIMES, court documents also provided more than 7,400 pages of bank statements, hotel receipts, electronic communications, interrogation records and other materialsContinue reading "Why I planned coup against Tinubu’s govt.- Col. Ma’aji"
Just In: RCCG ordains 2,820 pastors, 11,830 deacons, deaconesses at 74th Convention
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has ordained 2,820 candidates as full pastors, alongside 11,830 deacons and deaconesses and 5,977 assistant pastors, as the church concluded its 74th Annual Convention. The figures were disclosed on Sunday by the church’s Holy Ghost Service account on Instagram during the convention held at Redemption City, along theContinue reading "Just In: RCCG ordains 2,820 pastors, 11,830 deacons, deaconesses at 74th Convention"
Osun Guber: Olabode sues for calm, peaceful poll
All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Mr Omoyele Olabode has enjoined major stakeholders of state politics in Osun State to stick to the terms of the peace agreement they have aligned with, stressing that all eyes are on the State of the Living Spring The Osun state Governorship election holds coming Saturday August 15. Olabode inContinue reading "Osun Guber: Olabode sues for calm, peaceful poll"