The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it has intercepted 966,200 tablets of Tramadol 225mg worth more than N1.1 billion at the Lagos airport, concealed among thrift trousers in a consignment imported from Pakistan. The seizure was among a series of major drug interceptions across nine states, including the recovery of 2,145kg of cannabisContinueContinue reading “NDLEA intercepts fuel laden tanker with 2.145Kg cannabis in Ondo”
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2027: Steer clear of politics or forfeits your sacred immunity, Makinde warns traditional rulers
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has issued a direct warning to traditional rulers across the state to steer clear of partisan politics ahead of the 2027 general elections. Makinde gave this warning on Saturday, after receiving the chieftaincy title of Aare Asoludero of Ibarapaland at the newly commissioned Eleruwa Palace in Eruwa. He stated thatContinueContinue reading “2027: Steer clear of politics or forfeits your sacred immunity, Makinde warns traditional rulers”
Tragedy as 3 siblings found dead by river bank in Ondo
Residents in Owena Army barracks has been thrown into deep grief after three siblings, including 11-year-old twins and sister, were found dead near the bank of a small river at a farm around the area. The victims were identified as Joshua Jonah, 11; his twin brother, Jacob Jonah, 11; and their five-year-old sister, Blessing Jonah.ContinueContinue reading “Tragedy as 3 siblings found dead by river bank in Ondo”
Strike: Ondo varsities unions rejects 60 per cent subvention increase
The Joint Action Committee of Ondo State tertiary institutions (JAC-ODSTI) has rejected the state government’s 60 per cent increase in subventions to tertiary institutions, insisting that the adjustment is not enough to resolve the issues behind the ongoing strike. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Comrade Tayo Ogungbeni, the union said its major demandContinueContinue reading “Strike: Ondo varsities unions rejects 60 per cent subvention increase”
Ex-lawmaker urges EFCC to reopen Atiku’s alleged fraud case within 14 days
A former member of the House of Representatives, Ehiozuwa Agbonayinma, has given the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) a 14-day ultimatum to reopen and prosecute the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar, over alleged financial crimes. Agbonayinma made the demand through his lawyer, Hannibal Uwaifo of Sagitarian Law Firm. InContinueContinue reading “Ex-lawmaker urges EFCC to reopen Atiku’s alleged fraud case within 14 days”
Troops cripple terrorists operations by cutting food, water supplies – Defence Mimister
The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (Rtd.) said that security forces have adopted a strategy of isolating terrorists from their sources of supplies and escape routes to secure the release of kidnapped victims without necessarily killing or arresting their captors. Musa explained that troops first work to establish the whereabouts of terrorists holding captivesContinueContinue reading “Troops cripple terrorists operations by cutting food, water supplies – Defence Mimister”
Sen. Faduyile gets NUIKAS Excellence Award
The Rufus Giwa Polytechnic (RUGIPO) Owo, chapter of the National Union of Ikale Students (NUIKAS) has conferred an Award of Excellence on Distinguished Senator (Prof) Dayo Francis Faduyile OON. The award presentation took place on Thursday, Sept. 3, at the Adekunle Ajasin Auditorium, RUGIPO, being part of a NUIKAS-organised annual Programme Tagged ‘Pupuru Day’ withContinueContinue reading “Sen. Faduyile gets NUIKAS Excellence Award”
Olabode condemns xenophobia, commends RCCG’s support for Nigerians evacuation from South Africa
A public affairs commentator, Mr. Omoyele Olabode has commended the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) for its financial support towards the evacuation of Nigerians caught up in recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Olabode also condemned the renewed spate of xenophobic attacks targeting Nigerians and other African nationals in parts of South Africa, describingContinueContinue reading “Olabode condemns xenophobia, commends RCCG’s support for Nigerians evacuation from South Africa”
Jimoh Ibrahim pledges accountability, efficiency as Nigeria assumes UN Budget Committee Chairmanship
Nigeria has assumed the Chairmanship of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly Fifth Committee, pledging to champion transparency, accountability and far-reaching administrative reforms. The Fifth Committee, formally known as the Administrative and Budgetary Committee, is responsible for considering the financial and administrative affairs of the United Nations. Its work places it at the heart ofContinueContinue reading “Jimoh Ibrahim pledges accountability, efficiency as Nigeria assumes UN Budget Committee Chairmanship”
Just In: Ondo govt pay arrears, balance of new subventions to tertiary institutions
….Gov urges striking unions to return to work The Ondo State Government today effected the payment of the August arrears balance of the new subventions to the four state-owned tertiary institutions in the state. This is contained in a statement signed on Thursday in Akure by Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, Chief Press Secretary to the GovernorContinueContinue reading “Just In: Ondo govt pay arrears, balance of new subventions to tertiary institutions”