President Tinubu Invites Ibas, ex-Rivers Administrator to Aso Rock President Bola Tinubu has summoned the immediate past Rivers State Administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.), to Aso Villa. Ibas, who arrived at the presidential villa clad in brown native attire, was closely followed by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, and the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukayede. It was gathered that Rivers State received at least N254.37 billion from the Federation Account Allocation Committee between March and August 2025, under the tenure of the former sole administrator.
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Osi Bashorun Adeduntan Attends Maiden Oba Ladoja Coronation Lecture The OSI BASORUN OF IBADAN LAND -PRINCE(DR) AZEEZ ADEWOLU POPOOLA GBADEGESIN DANIJO ADEDUNTAN-ONISILE on Wednesday joined other dignitaries, captains of industries and a conclave of high members of Ibadan and NIGERIA SOCIETIES at the international conference centre of UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN. The lecture was presented by an erudite professor of HISTORY and Ibadan man himself-professor TOYIN FALOLA with the TITLE IBADAN IN HISTORY:ISSUES IN TRADITION AND MODERNITY. Osi BASORUN ADEDUNTAN-a HARVARD UNIVERSITY TRAINED board certified international cardiovascular surgeon attended the lecture presentation with personal aides and political associates. ADEDUNTAN, while speaking…
We Have No Reason To Block Your Projects, Just Follow Due Process – Abiodun to Daniel The Ogun State Government has dismissed claims that it is deliberately frustrating road projects initiated by Senator Gbenga Daniel, a former governor of the state, noting that it seeks coordination, not obstruction, of development projects. The government gave this indication through the Special Adviser on Media and Strategy to Governor Dapo Abiodun, Hon. Kayode Akinmade. According to Akinmade, who spoke on Frontline, a current affairs program on Eagle 102.5 FM, Ijebu-Ilese, lawmakers from Ogun State routinely inform the government about their constituency projects to…
PSG Star, Dembélé Wins 2025 Ballon D’Or Reports confirm that Dembélé’s stellar performances for both PSG and the French national team propelled him back into the global spotlight, earning widespread acclaim and silverware in equal measure. The Frenchman played a pivotal role in PSG’s historic campaign, driving the club to a domestic double with Ligue 1 and Coupe de France triumphs, before inspiring them to their long-awaited maiden UEFA Champions League title. His influence was particularly evident in Europe, where he consistently delivered decisive goals and assists in knockout fixtures. The pinnacle of his season came in the Champions League…
Why Sowore, Atiku Will Never Be President of Nigeria” – Ibadan Based Elderstateman, Sukazeem ..Commends government for dragging Sowore, X to court An Ibadan based Elderstateman and property merchant, Alhaji Sufianu Kazeem, popularly known as Sukazeem on Tueday, described activist turned politician Omoyele Sowore as a man witn no shame and pride. Sukazeem stated this in a statement issued and made available to journalists in Ibadan while reacting to a series of hate speech and bullying of Nigerian government by Sowore. Kazeem explained that there is no nation around the world that any of its citizens would be so unreasonable…
Baba Adinni of Yorubaland, Isola Mourns Late Chief Imam of Owo The Baba Adinni of Yorubaland and former Nigeria Ambassador of Nigeria to the United Kingdom, Amb. Sarafa Tunji Isola on Wednesday mourns the passage of the late Chief Imam of Owo, Sheikh (Dr.) Imam Ahmad Olagoke Aladesawe. Amb. Isola in a statement personally signed by him and made available to Journalists in Abeokuta, Ogun State Capital described the late islamic leader as forthright and guardian of Qur’an. “With a heart humbled before Allah’s decree, I join millions of faithful in mourning the glorious transition of Sheikh (Dr.) Imam Alhaji…
Kebbi State NASS Caucus Demands Accountability: Arrest & Prosecution of Abubakar Malami Abuja – The Kebbi State National Assembly Caucus, under the leadership of Senator Adamu Aliero, has today demanded the immediate arrest and prosecution of former Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, for acts which the caucus alleges amount to a breach of public peace. These demands follow Malami’s petition dated 10 September 2025, in which he accused His Excellency, Governor Nasir Idris, along with other political actors, of importing political thugs, foreign mercenaries, and clandestine arms into Kebbi State. The caucus hereby rejects these allegations…
Osi Bashorun of Ibadanland Visits Olubadan Designate ..joins Ladoja at traditional council meeting The Osi Bashorun of Ibadanland, Prince (Dr) Azeez Popoola Adeduntan, on Thursday, paid a royal visit to the Olubadan designate Oba (Sen.) Rashidi Ladoja at his Ondo street, Bodija, Ibadan. Adeduntan, accompanied by close aides and members of his political camp, arrived in Bodija at some minutes to 1pm and was received into the palace by the media aide of the Oba Ladoja, Mr Adeola Oloko Adeduntan, in his comments, congratulated the monarch on his nomination and approval and assured him of his cooperation. The visit according…
Boko Haram kills 61 in Borno village, seven soldiers among victims as NAF, troops neutralise 30 insurgents in counter-offensive Boko Haram militants have killed more than 60 people, including seven soldiers, in a night-time assault on Dar Jamel village, Bama Local Government Area of Borno State, residents confirmed on Saturday. The attack occurred in a community where residents had only returned last month after years of displacement caused by insurgency. Speaking to Tribune Online, Haji Modu, a resident who fled to Bama town after the assault, said 61 people were killed in the attack. “We don’t know the whereabouts of…
Valedictory: Oyo INEC REC Commends Management Team, Staff For Support The outgoing Resident Electoral Commissioner in Oyo State , Dr Tella Adeniran Rahmon has commended member of management and staff for their support during his tenure in office. The Outgoing REC stated this during a special Valedictory Programme organised in his honour. Dr Adeniran in his remarks recalled the long nights spent planning in relation with the conduct of elections in the ‘Pacesetter State’. He said despite many challenges, all the Heads of Department and Electoral Officers remained the engine room of the successes recorded hitherto by the Commission throughout…