By Tunde Odesola H-o-r-r-o-r!? The lamp has gone out in the ancestral grove. Frightening darkness reigns. I step inside the grove, I grope on staggering steps. The gourd is broken. I saw its shattered pieces. I stagger. I can feel the wet wood, torn drum, snapped beads, burning ice, soundless speech, blind sight, lifeless breath, […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Government has called on indigenes of the state who applied for the Nigerian Army 90 Regular Recruits Intake (90 RRI)—to check their names on the newly released list of shortlisted candidates. Applicants from Osun State, for both Trade and Non-Trade categories, can now verify their status on the official […]
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says region must shift from ‘cooperation’ to ‘full integration’ SWDC, rail revival, Amotekun upgrade top agenda at SSGs’ forum Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Thursday stressed the need for South-West states to deepen regional synergy and consolidate partnerships that will firmly position the zone as Nigeria’s economic and security backbone. Addressing the Forum of […]
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By Abdu Rafiu We can think for a moment what the world would be like without laws governing the affairs of men whether as nations, in societies or in international relations. There are constitutions regulating the affairs of nations, associations of whatever colouration and clubs. In schools, in colleges and in homes, there are rules […]
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Former Sole Administrator of Rivers State and ex- Chief of Naval Staff, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas President Bola Tinubu has forwarded a new batch of non-career ambassadorial nominees to the Senate. The new nominees include the immediate past Sole Administrator of Rivers State and former Chief of Naval Staff, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas; former presidential aide, Ita […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo Amid growing public curiosity and internal party discussions regarding the zoning of the governorship ticket ahead of the 2026 elections, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has called for calm, stressing that the final decision rests solely with the party leadership. Chief Kola Olabisi, APC spokesperson, in an interview, clarified that no […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Resident Electoral Commissioner, REC, Dr Mutiu Agboke has described technology as a critical tool for achieving credible elections in Nigeria. He stresses the need to harness digital innovation and Artificial Intelligence (AI) for transparent electoral processes and effective information dissemination. He spoke at the 2025 Osun Digital Media Week, […]
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Gen. Christopher G. Musa. The Senate and House of Representatives yesterday moved to reset Nigeria’s failing security architecture, confirming General Christopher Musa as Defence Minister after intense scrutiny and approving far-reaching resolutions banning ransom and amnesty, tightening weapons control and demanding stricter laws to curb terrorism and mass kidnappings. The Senate confirmed the former Chief […]
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Atiku Abubakar and Bola Tinubu A group within the Ondo State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress on Thursday said the African Democratic Congress coming up with a coalition of politicians could not shake the ruling party ahead of the 2027 general election. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has officially registered as a member of […]
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Budget and Economic Planning Minister, Atiku Bagudu The Federal Government has projected total revenue of N50.74 trillion for 2026, alongside a targeted economic growth rate of 4.68 per cent, while its proposed 2026 deficit has risen so sharply that it now exceeds the entire national budget of 2022 by N2.78 trillion. This deficit likely means […]
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