Ladoja stated that any Ibadan native has the right to seek legal recourse regarding such matters, as every genuine Ibadan resident has the potential to become a king. The Otun-Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Rashidi Ladoja, reiterated that his sole interest lies in wearing the Olubadan crown, and he expressed this sentiment during a gathering…
Julius Maada Bio, the incumbent, has been declared the winner of Sierra Leone’s tense presidential election by the country’s election commission. The commission’s chief, Mohamed Kenewui Konneh, announced on June 27 that Bio secured 56.17 percent of the vote on Saturday. His primary challenger, Samura Kamara of the All People’s Congress (APC), came in second…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has responded to criticisms regarding the glitch experienced during the upload of the presidential election results on February 25. INEC emphasized that it is unfair to judge the entire commission based solely on this challenge. In the final report on the 2023 general elections submitted by the European Union…
President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria, specifically to Lagos, after successfully completing his diplomatic visits to Paris and London. His arrival at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos was met with a warm welcome from his loyal supporters, taking place at 05:13 PM. This timely return coincides with the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations, also…
The Zamfara State Government has firmly stated that it does not intend to engage in dialogue or negotiate with terrorists or any other criminal group. The previous peace dialogue initiated by former Governor Bello Matawalle’s administration was halted in September 2021 due to continued bandit attacks on rural communities within the state. Speaking to reporters…
In a notable development within the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Kate Mamuno Raymond, the representative of Demsa constituency, has been appointed as the majority leader. As the sole female legislator among the 25 members of the Assembly, her appointment holds significant importance. The Speaker of the Assembly, Bathiya Wesley, announced this decision during the…
uhu Ribadu has assumed the position of Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), taking over from Maj-Gen Babagana Monguno (retd). In his official statement upon assuming office, Ribadu, a retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, expressed his commitment to meeting the expectations of Nigerians and ensuring the country’s security from all forms of threats. Ribadu emphasized…
The Commissioner of Police in Kogi State, Mr. Akeem Yusuf, has issued a directive to intensify security measures throughout the state ahead of the peaceful Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. During a monthly conference with senior officers, area commanders, divisional police officers (DPOs), tactical and operational commanders, Mr. Yusuf emphasized the importance of strengthening security to prevent any…
The Ibadan Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has successfully apprehended 47 individuals suspected of involvement in internet fraud. The arrests took place on June 23, 2023, in the Ikere Road and Iworoko areas of Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State. The operation was conducted based on intelligence gathered on their alleged cyber fraud…
A 32-year-old man named Daniel Udoh has been ordered by a Family Court sitting at Oke-Eda in Akure, Ondo State, to be remanded in the Olokuta Correctional Centre. The court made this decision in response to charges of sexual abuse and exploitation involving a 3-year-old girl. Residing at No. 5, Alayere Community, Oda Road area…
