Okpebholo restates commitment to development after tribunal victory ……assures Edo residents of enduring progress In a grand celebration at the Okaijesan Town Hall in Irrua, Esan Central Local Government Area, Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State received a rousing welcome from party leaders and supporters following his resounding victory at the election petition tribunal. Addressing the jubilant crowd, Governor Okpebholo expressed heartfelt gratitude to the people of Edo for their unwavering support and prayers, assuring them that his administration will continue to pursue impactful development across the state with renewed determination. “Our victory at the tribunal is a victory for…
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Give Peace A Chance, Gov. Otti Tells A Faction, Inaugurates NEW ABIA ARISE LEADERSHIP. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has told the Abure led faction of the Labour Party (LP) to give peace a chance. This is coming on the heels of the unnecessary interpretations being given to the Supreme court judgement that sacked Bar. Julius Abure led faction of the Labour Party yesterday. Governor Otti, who was speaking on Saturday, while inaugurating the New Leadership of Abia Arise organization, said that, the Labour Party is bigger than every member. “The party (LP) is bigger and more important than…
Autopsy Confirms Olanrewaju Died of Cardiac Arrest. …Remains arrives Nigeria in two weeks The autopsy performed on former Nigerian boxer, Olanrewaju Segun ‘Success’, has revealed that he died from sudden cardiac arrest during his bout in Ghana last Saturday, The PUNCH reports. According to the Secretary-General of Nigeria Boxing Board of Control and West African Boxing Union President, Remi Aboderin, the preliminary post-mortem results indicated cardiac arrest as the cause of death, but further investigation is needed before the body can be released. “The preliminary post-mortem results indicate that Segun died from sudden cardiac arrest. “But further investigation into his…
Governor Aiyedatiwa Approves Appointment Of Olowo As Chairman Of Ondo State Council Of Obas – *As monarchs shower encomiums on gov over developmental projects.* The Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has approved the appointment of the Olowo of Owo, Oba (Dr) Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye II, as the new Chairman of the Ondo State Council of Traditional Rulers. The Governor made the announcement on Thursday during a special meeting of the Council at the Obas’ Secretariat in Akure as the leadership of the Council under the Deji of Akure, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi Odundun II, completed its…
Disregard Any Rally In Akwa Ibom Purported To Be In Support Of Senate President Godswill Akpabio GCON Press Statement The attention of the office of the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has been drawn to a planned rally purported to be in support of the Senate President and organised by an unknown association by name; Progressive Peoples’ Resolution (PPR) and led by one Ubong Idemudo, a known controversial character, slated for tomorrow 4th April, 2025 The President of the Senate is not aware of any rally organised in his support at any venue in Akwa Ibom and therefore urges…
Ogun Approves N16.5m to 33 Sport Associations Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has approved N16.5 million to 33 sport associations in the state to prepare for the 22nd National Sports Festival scheduled to hold from May 16 to 30 in the state. The state athletes for the festival are also expected to commence closed-door camping with immediate effect. The Secretary to the Ogun State Government (SSG), Mr. Tokunbo Talabi, stated this on Wednesday at the June 12 Cultural Center, Kuto, Abeokuta, during an engagement with athletes, coaches, chairmen of sport associations, and other stakeholders in the state. “I am…
Too Late For Atiku To Buy Character, Integrity Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has been told that it was already too late for him to buy character and integrity that he has lacked from birth, and that no one could have knew him better than President Olusegun Obasanjo, under whom he served as Vice President for eight years. Lere Olayinka, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, was reacting to statement by the Atiku Media Office that character was the reason the decision of the committee set up by the People’s…
Oyo NAWOJ Felicitates Muslims on the Completion of Ramadan Fasting The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Oyo State Chapter, extends heartfelt felicitations to our Muslim sisters and brothers on the completion of the holy month of Ramadan. As we mark the end of this sacred period, we acknowledge the spiritual growth, self-reflection, and compassion that define the essence of Ramadan. We celebrate the values of empathy, kindness, and generosity that this blessed month embodies. We pray that the Almighty accepts our fasting, prayers, and good deeds. May this occasion bring us closer to our Creator and to each other.…
Governor Fubara Ordered Destruction of Assembly Complex – Ex-Aide The immediate past head of the civil service in Rivers State, Dr. George Nweke has made some claims against the suspended governor of the state, Siminalayi Fubara. Nweke resigned from office on Tuesday, according to a statement signed by the Chief of Staff to the Rivers State Sole Administrator, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas According to him, Governor Fubara destroyed the state assembly complex and also orchestrated the destruction of oil installations in the state. He believes that President Bola Tinubu’s decision to declare a state of emergency and suspension…
Massachusetts Institute, US Students On Cultural Tour To Oyo State The Oyo State Government has welcomed a group of students from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA, as part of a cultural exchange and tourism initiative. Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun received the visiting students, introducing them to Oyo State’s rich cultural heritage, including its numerous festivals and historical landmarks. He highlighted that the state boasts about 180 tourist sites for visitors to explore. Dr. Olatunbosun also mentioned the state’s recent policy promoting cultural identity by encouraging the wearing of native attire, particularly Aso-Oke, every Thursday.…