Veteran Journalist/ Former WNTV Staff, Lekan Alabi Dies at 76 A veteran journalist, former staff of the Western Nigeria Television (WNTV), and former Press Secretary to successive Oyo State Governors, Oloye Lekan Alabi, has died at the age of 76. Oloye Lekan Alabi died on Saturday morning in Lagos after a distinguished career spanning journalism, public communication and public service. His death was announced in a statement by the Media Aide to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Adeola Oloko. A respected broadcaster and public relations practitioner, Alabi was among the pioneering professionals who served at the former Western Nigeria Television (WNTV),…
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The Oyo State government has inaugurated a Judicial Commission of Inquiry to investigate the abduction of students and teachers at Esinele and Yawota communities in Oriire Local Government Area of the state. The eight-member panel is chaired by retired Justice of the Court of Appeal, Professor Mojeed Owoade, while Professor Jibril Ibrahim, Mrs. Ayo Obe, retired Engr. Ngozi Onadeko, Dr. Abimbola Orogade, retired Major General Sanusi Nasir Muazu(former GOC 2 division )and Mr folorunsho Osunrayi will serve as commissioners. Mrs. Olamide Sandra Tella will serve as the Secretary to the commission. ”I called you out on a national assignment and…
Osun 2026: APC Support Group Council, DDG, SouthWest, Adewale Adeogun, Ogun Governor, Dapo Abiodun, Others Make APC Campaign Council The All Progressives Congress (APC) has constituted its National Campaign Council and sub-committees for the Osun State governorship election, with several prominent party leaders, including the APC Support Groups Council, Deputy Director-General, SouthWest, Ambassador Adewale Adeogun, Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, Chairman of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS), Dr Zacch Adedeji;, former Senate Leader, Senator Teslim Folarin; Oyo APC governorship candidate, Senator Sharafadeen Alli named as members. The party announced this in a statement issued on Sunday by its National…
Former Ogun Deputy Speaker Okays APC Muslim-Muslim Ticket A former Deputy Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly and Assistant Pastor in Charge of Province in the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Remmy Hazzan, has defended the All Progressives Congress’ decision to retain its Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket ahead of the 2027 general elections, insisting the arrangement does not threaten Nigeria’s religious balance. Speaking on Monday during an interview on Frontline, a current affairs programme on Eagle 102.5FM, Ilese Ijebu, Ogun State, Hazzan, who is also a member of the APC, dismissed concerns that the party’s ticket…
Ringim Boat Mishap Claims Six Lives, 25 Missing, 9 Rescued, 4 Buried In Jigawa State Grief has enveloped Ringim Local Government Area of Jigawa State following a tragic boat mishap that has claimed six lives and twenty five others declared missing. Governor Umar Namadi who led a funeral prayers for four of the six victims assured residents of decisive government action to prevent a recurrence. On Sunday a boat conveying about forty passengers capsized while crossing the less than thirty metre-wide Malamawa River in Ringim Local Government Area of Jigawa State. The tragic incident occurred Sunday afternoon. Residents said that…
Queen Rashidat Ladoja Receives Women of Impact Award Wife of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Queen (Barr) Rashidat Olayinka Ladoja, has been honoured with the Women of Impact Award at the 8th edition of the Justice Aderemi Annual Lecture Series, JAALS Foundation Awards in recognition of her contributions to humanitarian service, legal profession, and empowerment of women in the Society. The event with the theme”Women and the Ballot: Strengthening Women’s Representation in Nigerian Politics”, was held at Aare Afe Babalola Bar Centre, Iyaganku, Ibadan, Oyo State. Queen Rashidat Ladoja, who was represented at the Ceremony by Dr Adefunke Olaniyan expressed appreciation…
FG Files Charges Against Abductors of Oyo Students and Teachers The federal government has charged three men identified as Abdulrazak Umar (a.k.a. Abu Khalifa/Abu Khalid), Yunusa Musa (a.k.a. Yunusa bin Musa), and Shamsu Adamu Sani (a.k.a. Abu Itisar), for the recent k!dnapping of students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area (LGA) of Oyo state. The 10-count charges filed before the Federal High Court, Abuja, border on terrorism, kidnapping, concealment, incitement, and illegal mining. The defendants, all of Suleja Local Government Area of Niger State, are alleged to have conspired with one Muhammad Sani, Jibril Mohammed and Ibrahim Khabab between…
Court Orders Final Forfeiture Of Properties Linked To Malami The Federal High Court, Abuja, has ordered the final forfeiture of more than 40 properties linked to former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN. Justice Joyce Abdulmalik gave the order while granting the application of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), after holding that the respondents failed to rebut the reasonable suspicion that the properties were acquired through unlawful activities. Before delivering the substantive judgment, Justice Joyce Abdulmalik dismissed several applications, motions on notice and applications to show cause filed by Malami, SAN, his…
Our Economy Is On Steady Growth, Says President Tinubu To Delloite Africa President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Wednesday in Abuja, received commendations from Deloitte Africa for the ongoing financial and fiscal reforms in the country and was encouraged to pursue a stronger partnership that supports investments, youth training, and employment. The President, who received a delegation from Deloitte Africa, led by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Ruwayda Redfearn, at the State House, said the reforms had steadily stabilised the economy over three years, with growing plaudits for positive development and growth indicators. “We are following the example of Deloitte’s greatness…
Oyo NUJ Hails Safe Return of Oriire Abducted Pupils, Teachers The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has expressed delight over the safe return of the pupils and teachers abducted from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, describing their release as a great relief to their families, the school community, and the entire state. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman of the Council, Mr. Akeem Abas, and the Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the Union commended the Federal Government, the Oyo State Government, and the various security agencies for their relentless efforts, professionalism, and coordinated operations which…