The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun 1 Area Command, Idiroko,has launched a new inter-secondary school football competition to combat youth away from the dangers of border smuggling. The Command's spokesman, Mr Chado Zakari, disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen on Tuesday in Idiroko. Zakari said that the initiative, in conjunction with Jonnyyeko CollegeContinue reading "Customs launches football tournament to combat smuggling, empower youth in Ogun"
Olabode congratulates Obamuyi, salutes Aiyedatiwa’s VC choice
As the Adekunle Ajasin University , Akungba Akoko, (AAUA), gets new Vice Chancellor, Prof. Tomola Marshal Obamuyi, Ondo South All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholder, Mr Omoyele Olabode has hailed his appointment, congratulating him as he resumed office. Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa approved the appointment of Prof. Obamuyi as the substantive Vice Chancellor of theContinue reading "Olabode congratulates Obamuyi, salutes Aiyedatiwa’s VC choice"
Abducted Oyo headmaster regains freedom
Abducted headteacher and farmer, Mathew Owoade, has regained his freedom following a coordinated rescue operation by the Oyo State Police Command and other security agencies. Owoade was kidnapped on Saturday along the Igbojaye-Budo Aare bush road in Oyo State, prompting a swift response by security operatives to secure his release. Confirming the development in aContinue reading "Abducted Oyo headmaster regains freedom"
Dangote refinery officially switches petrol sales from Naira to Dollar pricing structure
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has officially ended naira-denominated sales of refined petroleum products, introducing a dollar-based pricing structure that fixes the ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, at $0.779 per litre. The new pricing template, which took effect on July 13, also pegs Automotive Gas Oil (diesel) at $1.087 per litreContinue reading "Dangote refinery officially switches petrol sales from Naira to Dollar pricing structure"
House of Reps withraw State Police bill, back Tinubu’s proposal
The House of Representatives has withdrawn its proposed constitutional amendment on the creation of state police and will instead consider a similar bill sent to the National Assembly by President Bola Tinubu through the Executive. The decision was announced during Tuesday’s plenary after lawmakers gave the Executive-backed state police bill its first and second readings.Continue reading "House of Reps withraw State Police bill, back Tinubu’s proposal"
Police begin investigation over mutilated body recoverd in Ondo
The Police Command in Ondo State says it has launched investigations into a chilling murder after the severely mutilated body of an unidentified woman was discovered dumped along Barracks Road, near the GRA Roundabout in Ondo town, Ondo State. The discovery was made on Monday morning, July 13, 2026, following the report received by theContinue reading "Police begin investigation over mutilated body recoverd in Ondo"
2027: Retaining Shettima as VP reflects Tinubu’s sportmanship – Olabode
An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain and business magnate, Mr Omoyele Olabode has saluted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing him as great political thinker while adding that he has enviable sportsmanship inclination. Olabode gave this indication in his reaction to President Tinubu's unveiling of his Vice Presidential candidate, retaining the incumbent VP, Alhaji Kashim Shettima.Continue reading "2027: Retaining Shettima as VP reflects Tinubu’s sportmanship – Olabode"
Ondo govt suspends 27 students over misconduct
The Ondo State Government has suspended 27 students from three public Secondary Schools in Akure over alleged acts of misconduct, warning that it will not tolerate behaviour capable of disrupting learning in schools. The affected students are from Oyemekun Grammar School, Aquinas College and Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Grammar School. They were handed immediate andContinue reading "Ondo govt suspends 27 students over misconduct"
Boko Haram now using AI to develop bombs, plan attacks – Report
A new report has raised fresh concerns over the growing use of artificial intelligence by Boko Haram insurgents, revealing that members of the terrorist group are deploying AI tools to build explosive devices and improve their operational tactics. According to a report by The New York Times, the insurgents have increasingly relied on AI-powered chatbotsContinue reading "Boko Haram now using AI to develop bombs, plan attacks – Report"
Olabode hails rescue of Oyo kidnapped victims
All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Mr Omoyele Olabode has expressed satisfaction over the eventual rescue of the pupils and teachers in Ogbomosho, Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. News of their rescue was made available to newsmen on Friday. In his prompt reaction to the rescue of Oriire kidnap victims, Olabode said it hasContinue reading "Olabode hails rescue of Oyo kidnapped victims"