Ondo election: Sensitive materials to arrive Tuesday – INEC

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, said on Thursday that sensitive election materials will arrive in Akure, the state capital by Tuesday, November 12. The governorship poll will be held on November 16. Addressing stakeholders at a pre-election meeting held in Akure, INEC Chairman Professor Mahmood Yakubu announced that all sensitive materials, including ballots and […]

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National grid collapses second time in two days

As Nigerians await full power restoration, the national grid has collapsed once again. The national grid collapsed on Tuesday, marking the 10th such incident since January 2024. Our correspondent confirmed that, as of 11 am on Thursday, the 22 power plants were only able to generate 2,323 megawatts of electricity, with generation dropping to 0.00MW. […]

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Aiyedatiwa appoints Osemawe UNIMED chancellor

Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has appointed the Osemawe and Paramount Ruler of Ondo Kingdom,Oba (Dr.) Victor Adesimbo Kiladejo, Jilo III, as the Chancellor of the University of Medical Sciences, Ondo (UNIMED). The appointment, which takes immediate effect, is one of the measures being taken by the state government towards enhancing the development of […]

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Nov 16: Workers endorse Aiyedatiwa

My administration will continue to enhance welfare of workers, says Gov The Trade Union Congress (TUC) of Nigeria, Ondo State Council, has thrown its weight behind Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, endorsing him for continuity in office beyond 2025. The significant endorsement was announced during the Congress’ special rally in support of the Governor in Akure, […]

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Nov 16: Why Ondo people will vote for Aiyedatiwa (1)

Nine days to the Ondo State Governorship Election, there are strong indications that the pendulum will swing in favour of the ruling All Progressives Congress candidate and incumbent Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa at the poll, and he will be returned to the Alagbaka State House on November 16. In fact, the events at his ongoing […]

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Aiyedatiwa signs N96b 2024 supplementary budget

New budget captures 73k minimum wage, salaries of newly recruited workers Gov approves expansion of OSOPADEC board, assents to Assembly Service Commission Amendment bill Towards meeting the new financial commitments of the state government, the Governor of Ondo State, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has signed into law the supplementary budget for 2024. The supplementary budget […]

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Nov 16: Aiyedatiwa meets Christian leaders, seeks prayers for peaceful poll

CAN to hold 3-day prayers from Nov 10 The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has said that his administration is grounded in the body of Christ and will not fail in its duty to serve the people. The Governor made this assertion during an interface with Christian leaders in Ondo state at […]

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The unrivaled power of women

By Olusola Adeyegbe Are women and men equals? Actually, women stand uniquely positioned, wielding immense influence beyond comparison. Rather than seeking equality, women should recognize their innate value as humanity’s guiding light. From the heart of the home, their impact shapes generations. Consider this: _every man often aspires to be what the woman in his […]

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Ondo honours UNIMED for excellence in health education

Ondo State Government has recognised the University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo, for its trailblazing achievements in health professions education over the past ten years. The Head of Service, Mr. Bayo Phillips, stated this at the 2024 Public Service Award, held at the International Culture and Event Centre (The Dome), Akure. The award, he said, […]

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