Benin coup: Nigeria backs President Talon, condemns attempted takeover

Beninese President President Patrice Talon Coup foiled, President moved to safety, Beninese officials say Nigerian military intensifies aerial surveillance to safeguard territories Nigeria has condemned the attempted coup in the Benin Republic and reaffirmed its support for President Patrice Talon, even as the Federal Government deployed fighter jets to monitor the unfolding situation across its […]

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Awujale: Family orders KWAM 1 to prove lineage, warns against ‘strangers’

Fuji artist, Wasiu Ayinde, known as KWAM1 The Fusengbuwa ruling house of Ijebu-Ode, next in line to produce the new Awujale of Ijebuland, Ogun State, has directed popular Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as KWAM 1, to complete the family’s royal lineage data form to establish his legitimate membership in the ruling house. The […]

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JAMB releases registration guidelines for 2026 UTME

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released detailed guidelines for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination registration process, along with a list of common challenges candidates may encounter. The announcement, made via the official JAMB X handle on Sunday, aims to assist prospective candidates in preparing for the upcoming registration. Procedure for Registration “Candidates […]

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Benin arrests dozen soldiers over attempted coup – Report

Around a dozen soldiers have been arrested in Benin following an attempted coup, including the ringleaders of the foiled operation, military and security sources told AFP on Sunday. One source said 13 arrests had been made, with another adding that all the detainees are serving soldiers except one, who is a former member of the […]

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Untold Truth About Aiyedatiwa

The Untold Truth About Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa- What People Rarely Say. By; Steve Otaloro In a political landscape often dominated by noise, theatrics, and the loud performance of leadership, Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa stands in refreshing contrast. He is carved not from the stone of bluster but from the quiet strength of calm conviction. […]

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Ooni at 10: Tinubu’s wife Oluremi named Asiwaju Yeye Oodua of Yorubaland

By John Dike, Osogbo Eminent personalities from across Nigeria gathered on Sunday at the cradle of the Yoruba Race, Ile Ife, to celebrate the 10th Coronation Anniversary of the Arole Oodua and Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, CFR. The colourful ceremony, held at the Afewonro Park, Enuwa Square, showcased the rich […]

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Osun APC screening: ‘Omisore’s allegation against Oyetola baseless’

By John Dike, Osogbo Senator Iyiola Omisore’s allegation that the Marine and Blue Economy Minister, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola interfered in the screening process for the Osun State All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary is ‘baseless and misleading.’ Dismissing the allegation in a statement on Sunday, the Minister’s aide, Bolaji Akinola described Omisore’s claims as “totally […]

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US delegation arrives Nigeria, meets Ribadu on strategic security partnership

Nuhu Ribadu and the US delegation A United States Congressional delegation has arrived in Abuja and met with Nigeria’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, as both countries intensify diplomatic engagement on security cooperation and rising concerns in Washington over allegations of religious persecution. Ribadu confirmed the visit in a statement on Sunday afternoon, saying […]

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Nigeria condemns attempted coup in Benin Republic

The Federal Government has condemned Sunday’s attempted coup in the Republic of Benin, describing it as a direct assault on democracy and the collective will of the Beninese people. In a statement by the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, Nigeria expressed concern over the incident and reaffirmed its solidarity with the […]

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Nigeria deploys fighter jets to Benin Republic amid coup tensions

The Nigerian military has deployed fighter aircraft to the Benin Republic following reports of a military coup that allegedly toppled President Patrice Talon on Sunday, security sources have confirmed. According to the sources, the aircraft took off from Lagos and were sighted operating within Benin Republic’s airspace as Nigeria intensified aerial surveillance to monitor the […]

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