Lucky Aiyedatiwa Takes Oath As New Governor Of Ondo State
In an official ceremony at the Cocoa Conference Hall of the governor’s office in Akure, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa was sworn in as the new Governor of Ondo State. The oath of office was administered by the state Chief Judge, Justice Olusegun Odusola, on Wednesday, following the demise of former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. Returning to Akure […]
INEC Implements Retirement Of 4 Directors Following Fresh FG Directive
In adherence to a recent policy directive from the federal government, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has instructed four directors to commence terminal leave as part of their retirement process. The statement issued by INEC on Wednesday highlighted that two of the directors held positions as Heads of Departments at the National Headquarters, while […]
Banditry: Once Again, Zamfara Govt Shuts Down 11 Cattle Markets
Zamfara State Government has once more closed eleven cattle markets in various parts of the state until further notice. The decision, as announced by the state’s Commissioner for Information, Munnir Haidara, comes in response to security reports indicating that bandits are utilizing these markets to sell rustled cattle. The affected markets include Tsafe and […]
Governors, Reps Mourn The Passing Of Akeredolu
Political figures, including governors and members of the House of Representatives from various parties, expressed deep sorrow on Wednesday over the death of Ondo State Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. Akeredolu, aged 67, succumbed to a prolonged battle with cancer. In individual statements, the governors and lawmakers lauded Akeredolu as an “exceptional statesman” who left an enduring […]
Aiyedatiwa Announces Three-Day Mourning Period Following Akeredolu’s Demise
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has officially declared a three-day mourning period in the state to honor his late predecessor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. The announcement came through a press release on Wednesday in Akure, as conveyed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan. In line with Aiyedatiwa’s declaration, the mourning period, […]
Ondo Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, Passes Away After Prolonged Battle With Leukaemia
Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has been reported dead after a prolonged battle with Leukaemia. As per a family source speaking with SaharaReporters on Wednesday, Governor Akeredolu passed away in Lagos at the age of 67. It was revealed that Akeredolu was under the care of State House doctors up until his demise, as […]
British American Tobacco Faces $110 Million Penalty For Violations – FCCPC
British American Tobacco Nigeria Limited (BATN) and its affiliated companies, including British American Tobacco Marketing (Nigeria) Limited (BATMN), British American Tobacco Plc, and British American Tobacco (Holdings) Limited, are set to pay a $110 million penalty for multiple infractions, according to the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). The penalties stem from an investigation […]
Israel Gaza: Angst Grows Among Young Voters Over Biden’s Policy
The 2024 presidential election promises to be one of the most polarising political contests in living memory. But as the war in Gaza rages, President Joe Biden’s strong support of Israel is putting him at odds with some of his key supporters – younger voters. Abdul Osmanu, 22, is not sure he can cast a […]
A Russian Drone And Artillery Attack Kills 6 In Ukraine And Knocks Out Power In A Major City
Russia fired almost 50 Shahed drones at targets in Ukraine and shelled a train station where more than 100 civilians were gathered to catch a train to Kyiv, Ukrainian officials said Wednesday. The barrages killed at least five people and knocked out power in most of the southern city of Kherson. The aerial barrage came […]
Northern Governors’ Forum Condemns Attacks In Plateau State
The 19 Northern State Governors’ Forum, chaired by Governor Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe state, has strongly condemned the audacious attacks on communities in Plateau state, which have resulted in over 100 casualties. The attacks, characterized by arson, looting, and destruction, occurred on Sunday night, leaving residents in distress. Governor Yahaya, in a press statement on […]
