The former Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, has reflected on one of the most consequential periods in Nigeria’s history, saying the decision to hand over power to a civilian government in 1999 was both a political necessity and a moral obligation to rescue the country from prolonged instability. Speaking at his 84th birthday celebration and […]
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In a bid to activate interaction with residents of Ondo State and render timely intervention in cases of emergencies, the Ondo State police command has published contacts of all its officers manning sensitive duty posts statewide. The step is part of the comprehensive security measures being taken by security agencies in the state in collaboration […]
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Few hours after the Ondo State Government assured that coordinated efforts by security agents are on to secure safe release of an abducted monarch, the state command said it has deployed tactical teams to rescue him In a statement by the state command spokesman, Mr Abayomi Jimoh, a deputy superintendent, the police said the command, […]
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‘I made statements under duress’ – Kanu; court orders trial-within-trial IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu Lead counsel to the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Aloy Ejimakor, has raised concerns over aspects of the ongoing trial involving his client, Nnamdi Kanu, particularly regarding time allowed for the defence to present its case. Ejimakor, […]
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Ex-VP considered options from the South-East, South-West The presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has selected former Minister of Transportation Mr. Rotimi Amaechi as his running mate for the 2027 election. Sources close to the party indicate that Atiku made this decision after considering candidates from both the […]
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By Terhemba Daka For a man who once wielded the immense powers of Nigeria’s military presidency, General Abdulsalami Abubakar’s most enduring legacy may not be the authority he exercised, but the power he willingly relinquished. Nearly three decades after Nigeria’s return to democratic rule, many of the defining events of that turbulent era remain caught […]
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Labour Party candidate for the Owerri Federal Constituency in the coming election into the House of Representatives, Dr Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu has launched a new developmental drive for the constituency. Tagged “The New Deal”, the governance and representation framework aimes at strengthening collaboration among federal and state lawmakers to drive coordinated development in Owerri Federal Constituency. […]
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Akure Branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has elected Dame Oluwanike Omotayo as its first female Secretary, 65 years after the inauguration of the branch in Ondo State. Omotayo defeated her main challenger, Mr. Seye Olujimi, to emerge as the first female Secretary of the association. Other officers elected during the exercise include Oju […]
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Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has congratulated the Jegun Olu-Ekun of Ile-Oluji, Oba Olufaderin Adetimehin, on the occasion of his 10th coronation anniversary, describing his reign as one marked by peace, unity, and remarkable progress. Represented by his deputy, Dr. Olayide Adelami, he paid a glowing tribute to the monarch during the anniversary celebration held […]
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Ayetoro Town Sinks As Sea Swallows once a thriving communal settlement known for its self-reliance and prosperity Ayetoro, Ondo State, is now battling for survival as relentless sea incursions continue to swallow homes, livelihoods, and cherished memories. At dawn, when the tide rises against the shoreline of Ayetoro, residents watch anxiously from their homes, uncertain […]
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