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Kemi Olunloyo criticizes the Ogun Governor for treating the Ojude Oba festival as a farce and urges an end to its rituals.

Adebola Sewedo6 months ago6 months ago02 mins

Investigative journalist Kemi Olunloyo has criticized the recently concluded Ojude Oba festival on social media. In response to the governor’s remarks, Olunloyo criticized the festival as mere superficiality and urged the governor to prioritize addressing pressing issues like ending cultism and rituals, which have become significant problems in the state. Every year in Ijebu Ode,…

Take a look at the elegance and calm demeanor exhibited at the 2024 Ojude Oba Festival.

Adebola Sewedo6 months ago6 months ago02 mins

The 2024 Ojude Oba Festival dazzled with vibrant colors, regal presence, artistic expression, and an abundance of elegance and poise. Ojude Oba, which translates to “king’s forecourt” in Yoruba, is a renowned annual celebration hosted by the Ijebu people of Ijebu-Ode, a prominent town in southwestern Nigeria’s Ogun State. This lively festival, spanning a day,…

Terrorism charges: Full-scale trial of Nnamdi Kanu holds today in Abuja

Kehinde Joy6 months ago6 months ago02 mins

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the full-scale trial of the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, on terrorism charges will commence at the Federal High Court in Abuja today. The terrorism charges against Kanu have been brought by the federal government, with the prosecution’s legal team expected to be led…

Former Senate President Bukola Saraki loses mother

Kehinde Joy6 months ago6 months ago01 mins

Mrs Florence Morenike Saraki, mother of the former Senate President, Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki, is dead. A statement by the former Senate President on Tuesday announced the demise of his mother and wife of the late Senate leader in the Second Republic, Dr Abubakar Olusola Saraki. “With profound sadness and total submission to the will…

1999 constitution has no provision for LGA chairmen tenure elongation – Fubara

Kehinde Joy6 months ago6 months ago02 mins

Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has stated that the 1999 Nigerian Constitution has no provision for tenure elongation for elected local government chairmen. This statement comes after the governor ordered the heads of administration in the 23 local government areas to take over from the elected council chairmen, whose three-year tenure expired on Monday….

Reps member backs Otti for revoking Umuahia event centre’s C-of-O

Kehinde Joy6 months ago6 months ago02 mins

The member representing Ikwuano/Umuahia Federal Constituency, Obi Aguocha, has described the revocation of Certificate of Occupancy (C of O ) of Trade More Event Centre in Umuahia by Governor Alex Otti, as a decisive action. The revocation of the property has been attracting criticisms from some members of the opposition party in Abia, who said…

Blackout hits Ghana, Begin, Togo over gas supply disruption from Nigeria

Blackout hits Ghana, Benin, Togo over gas supply disruption from Nigeria

Kehinde Joy6 months ago6 months ago04 mins

Some parts of Ghana and Republic of Benin and Togo countries are currently experiencing power outages due to a lingering disruption in gas supply from Nigeria. Major cities in Ghana, the Republic of Benin and Togo have been plunged into darkness. The development comes as the West African Gas Pipeline Company Limited in Accra, Ghana,…

UAE to lift visa ban on Nigerians soon – Keyamo reaffirms

Kehinde Joy6 months ago6 months ago02 mins

The Nigerian government has disclosed that the visa ban restricting travellers to the United Arab Emirates, UAE, will soon be lifted. The Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, disclosed this during a 44-minute interview with the Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu, Otega Ogra, published on the official YouTube page of the State House. Keyamo…

Court overturns woman’s murder conviction after 43 years in jail

Kehinde Joy6 months ago6 months ago05 mins

A Missouri judge has overturned the conviction of a United States woman, Sandra ‘Sandy’ Hemme, who spent 43 years behind bars for a 1980 murder. In a remarkable turn of events, Judge Ryan Horsman ruled that Hemme has established her actual innocence and must be released within 30 days unless the prosecution decides to retry…

Eid al-Fitr: Celebrating Unity and Building a Greater Nigeria Together

Kehinde Joy6 months ago6 months ago03 mins

On this joyous occasion of Eid al-Fitr, I extend my heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all Nigerians, especially the wonderful people of Oyo State. Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection. It is a time of celebration, gratitude, and coming together as a community. Eid al-Fitr reminds…

Reps tells FCT Police To stop Harassment Of Motorists Over Tinted Glasses

Senate to halt enforcement of electrical standards by states

Security operatives apprehend four kidnappers, rescue 10 victims in Kogi

Yobe gov urges new appointees to uphold diligence, integrity.

Osun APC lauds FG for halting airport project

NACC tells NNPCL to address concerns about Port Harcourt refinery fuel exports

Kemi Olunloyo criticizes the Ogun Governor for treating the Ojude Oba festival as a farce and urges an end to its rituals.

Take a look at the elegance and calm demeanor exhibited at the 2024 Ojude Oba Festival.

Terrorism charges: Full-scale trial of Nnamdi Kanu holds today in Abuja

Former Senate President Bukola Saraki loses mother

1999 constitution has no provision for LGA chairmen tenure elongation – Fubara

Reps member backs Otti for revoking Umuahia event centre’s C-of-O

Blackout hits Ghana, Benin, Togo over gas supply disruption from Nigeria

UAE to lift visa ban on Nigerians soon – Keyamo reaffirms

Court overturns woman’s murder conviction after 43 years in jail

Eid al-Fitr: Celebrating Unity and Building a Greater Nigeria Together