Troops burst ISWAP funding ring, arrest 6 collaborators as top commander’s family surrenders

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have continued to sustain pressure on terrorists through series of intelligence-led operations that resulted in the arrest of suspected terrorist collaborators, the surrender of the family members of a senior Islamic State For West Africa Province (ISWAP) commander, and the recovery of terrorist logistics items. This is contained inContinue reading "Troops burst ISWAP funding ring, arrest 6 collaborators as top commander’s family surrenders"

Sen. Faduyile commiserates Okitipupa flood victims, promises to raise Aiyetoro challenge at plenary

By Steve Ovirih Okitipupa and suburb communities have encountered massive flooding in the past few days as a result of heavy downpour which has maintained unrestrained flow. The flooding has, however, caused untold damage to property across Okitipupa Local Government Area and it's environ. Reacting to this sad development in an exclusive media chat, OndoContinue reading "Sen. Faduyile commiserates Okitipupa flood victims, promises to raise Aiyetoro challenge at plenary"

Educationist urges youths to embrace integrity, humility for purposeful life

The Proprietor of Adedokun International Schools, Dalemo, Alhaja Romoke Adedokun, has urged youths to embrace integrity, humility and good character to live a purposeful life. Adedokun gave the advice during the School ‘s Graduation Ceremony and Prize Giving Day organised for outgoing SSS 3 on Saturday at Its Iyana-Iyesi Campus. No fewer than 109 studentsContinue reading "Educationist urges youths to embrace integrity, humility for purposeful life"

Troops rescue 14 abducted victims on Lagos-Benin expressway

Troops of the 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have rescued 14 persons abducted by suspected kidnappers along the Lagos-Benin Expressway following a swift operation in Ovia North-East Local Government Area of Edo State. The operation was launched after troops on routine patrol received intelligence on Thursday night’s kidnapping incident and immediately pursued the attackers along theirContinue reading "Troops rescue 14 abducted victims on Lagos-Benin expressway"

Educationist advises youths to shun cultism, drug abuse

The Principal of Adedokun International Schools, Ota, Dr Mike Fatukasi, has advised youths to shun cultism, drug abuse, and examination malpractice to actualise their future goals. Fatukasi gave the advice during the school’s Valedictory Service organised for the outgoing SSS3 students on Friday at its Iyana-Iyesi Campus. No fewer than 109 students graduated from theContinue reading "Educationist advises youths to shun cultism, drug abuse"

AAUA ASUU strike: Olabode hails Aiyedatiwa’s release of intervention fund

By Steve Ovirih Public Affairs analyst, Mr.Olabode Omoyele has described as commendable the active steps being taken by Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa in resolving the industrial action embarked on by the lecturers of Adekunle Ajasin University Akungba Akoko (AAUA). The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) of the state owned university, according to reportContinue reading "AAUA ASUU strike: Olabode hails Aiyedatiwa’s release of intervention fund"

Sen. Adeola distributes farm inputs, N100,000 each to 2,557 farmers in Ogun

No fewer than 2,557 farmers across Ogun State have benefited from an empowerment initiative launched by Sen. Solomon Adeola (Yayi) to tackle the challenges of low productivity and high costs of farming implements, with the aim of boosting food security. Adeola, who is the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027Continue reading "Sen. Adeola distributes farm inputs, N100,000 each to 2,557 farmers in Ogun"

1966 coup, counter coup, June 12 annulment, Nigeria’s ‘black days’ – Obasanjo

Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo on Wednesday described the Jan. 15, 1966 coup, the July 29, 1966 counter-coup and the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election as some of Nigeria’s “black days,” urging citizens to learn from the country’s past in the interest of national unity and development. Obasanjo made the remarks in UmuahiaContinue reading "1966 coup, counter coup, June 12 annulment, Nigeria’s ‘black days’ – Obasanjo"

Customs, NAFDAC, Army deepen alliance against smuggling, counterfeits

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun I Area Command, has strengthened collaboration with the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) and the Nigerian Army to combat smuggling, counterfeit products and other cross-border crimes. The Public Relations Officer of the command, Mr Chado Zakari, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday inContinue reading "Customs, NAFDAC, Army deepen alliance against smuggling, counterfeits"

Aiyedatiwa approves N1.1b to clear AAUA salary arrears, end ASUU strike

Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has approved the release of N1.1 billion as a special intervention fund to the Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), to offset outstanding salary arrears owed to members of staff of the institution. The intervention, according to the state government, is aimed at addressing the financial challenges confronting the universityContinue reading "Aiyedatiwa approves N1.1b to clear AAUA salary arrears, end ASUU strike"