PDP, APC Trade Accusations Over Alleged UBA Protest Plot in Osun

By John Dike, Osogbo The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State have exchanged sharp accusations over an alleged plan to stage protests at branches of the United Bank for Africa (UBA), further heightening political tension in the state. The PDP, in a statement issued Tuesday, dismissed claims by […]

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Elizade University Expanding Research Frontiers, Collaborating with Six Countries – VC Oguntunde

Elizade University, Ilara Mokin, is broadening its research frontiers through strategic international collaborations spanning six countries, with a strong focus on advancing solutions aligned with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). A statement by the university’s spokesman, Mr Williams Olufunmi, said that the Vice-Chancellor, Prof  Philip Oguntunde, announced this development while receiving a delegation from […]

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Ajibefun unfolds plans to overhaul education sector in Ondo

By Banji Ayoola The Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology in Ondo State, Prof Igbekele Ajibefun has unfolded new plans to overhaul the education sector in the state and turn it into an exemplary model in the country. He spoke with The Radiance in an exclusive interview in his Akure office on Monday, pledging to […]

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2026 Aje Festival: Ooni Prays for Nigeria, Backs Tinubu’s Economic Reforms

By John Dike, Osogbo The Arole Oduduwa and Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, on Monday offered special prayers for Nigeria and its leaders as activities marking the 2026 Aje Festival reached their climax at the historic Ile Oodua Palace in Ile‑Ife. He used the spiritual and cultural occasion to express optimism about the […]

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Adeleke Seeks Stronger Inter-governmental Economic Ties as He Hosts Canadian Delegation

By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has called for deeper economic cooperation between subnational governments in Nigeria and Canada, urging the Canadian High Commission to partner with his state on new investment and development initiatives. He made the appeal on Monday in Osogbo while hosting a delegation from the Canadian High Commission, […]

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Adeleke’s inclusion on ballot is progress for Osun, setback for anti-democratic forces – PDP

By John Dike, Osogbo The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Osun State has described the inclusion of Governor Ademola Adeleke on the ballot for the coming election as a major setback for anti-democratic forces, and much-desired progress for the state and her people. It congratulated residents as preparations intensify for the August 8, 2026 governorship […]

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Call off protest, seek peaceful dialogue, Ajibefun appeals to aggrieved RUGIPO workers

Ondo State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof Igbekele Ajibefun By Banji Ayoola Ondo State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof Igbekele Ajibefun on Monday appealed to the aggrieved workers of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic Owo, RUGIPO, to call off their protest and continue to toe the path of peace. He made the appeal […]

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Mixed reactions trail reported U.S. troops’ arrival amid fresh attacks

200 American personnel reportedly land in Maiduguri, more flights expected Casualties feared as ISWAP razes military camp in Borno Gunmen kill dozens in Niger villages, abduct several Analysts warn of insurgents’ southward shift Karimi links insecurity to plot against 2027 polls ADC berates Tinubu over Argungu outing Amid surging attacks across Borno and Niger states […]

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FG arraigns Nasir El-Rufai over alleged phone interception

Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai The Federal Government has arraigned a former Governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, before the Federal High Court in Abuja over alleged unlawful interception of telephone communications belonging to the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu. According to court documents, El-Rufai, 65, appeared on Prime Time on Arise TV on […]

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