NJC recommends Kekere-Ekun as CJN, 28 judges

The National Judicial Council has recommended Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the next Chief Justice of Nigeria. The recommendation was made in its 106th meeting, which was presided over by the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, who recommended Justice Kekere-Ekun, to President Bola Tinubu, for appointment as the next CJN on Thursday in Abuja. […]

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Ondo 2024: Mimiko’s associates jump into sinking boat – Edema

New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) governorship candidate in Ondo state, Hon Olugbenga Edema, has told associates of former Governor Olusegun Mimiko who on Wednesday decamped to the ruling All Progressive Congress, that they jumped into a sinking boat. In a statement in Akure, the state capital, he said they have “exhibited a high degree of […]

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How coconut water eases conditions linked to depression

Coconut water Green coconut water, the clear liquid inside young coconuts, is often celebrated for its hydrating properties and nutrient content. Still, its potential effects on depressive-like behaviour are less commonly discussed. In a new study, researchers confirmed green coconut water as a potential natural therapeutic remedy to help reduce oxidative stress. This factor has […]

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Bitter kola eye drops can treat commonest type of glaucoma in Nigeria — Ophthalmologist

Prof Bernice Adegbehingbe, head of the department of ophthalmology and head of glaucoma services at the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex, Ile-Ife, Osun State, in this interview with Sade Oguntola, declares that evidence abounds that bitter kola extract eye drops work in the treatment of some forms of glaucoma. How did you come about […]

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Speaker bows to pressures, withdraws controversial counter subversion bill

House of Representatives sp, Abbas Tajudeen, has withdrawn the controversial Counter Subversion and Other Related Bills. He announced the withdrawal through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Abdullahi Krishi on Wednesday, August 14. Part of the statement reads, “In response to the voices and concerns of the people, the Speaker of the House […]

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Ondo 2024: Ebiseni emerges LP flagbearer

The national leadership of the Labour Party (LP) on Tuesday, in Akure, Ondo state capital, unveiled the Secretary General of the Pan Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, Chief Sola Ebiseni, as its candidate in the forthcoming governorship election in Ondo. Ebiseni told reporters that he emerged as the LP candidate through withdrawal of the party’s candidate […]

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Mimiko’s associates join APC

Political associates of a former governor of Ondo State, Dr Olusegun Mimiko have decamped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the November 16 governorship election in the state. The 29 associates who served with Mimiko as governor included a former Chairman of PDP, Hon Ebenezer Alabi, former commissioners; […]

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People will decide Ondo next governor – Adeleke

The people will decide the next governor of Ondo State in the coming November 16 Governorship Election. Chairman of the National Campaign Council of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the Ondo State election and Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke stated this on Wednesday in Akure the Ondo State capital. He said the ultimate deciders […]

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Osun spends N2b on 267 micro projects

– Physically challenged benefit Osun State Government has spent about N2 billion on over 267 micro projects across the state. This is to ensure that basic and social amenities get to the urban and rural development areas of the state Many physically challenged people, and widows and the poor were major benefitaries. The General Manager […]

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