Nigerian-born Kingsley Ogbuji, Promoted to Major in US Army
A Nigerian man, Kingsley Ogbuji, has been promoted to Major in the US Army. Sharing the exciting news on Instagram on Monday, July 1 2024, Kingsley wrote, “To God be…
Kwara Joins Osun, Oyo To Announce Monday Work Free For Hijrah
The Governor of Kwara State, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, on Friday, approved Monday, July 8, 2024, as a public holiday in the state in commemoration of the new Hijrah Year (Muharram) 1446.…
NCAA Suspends Licenses Of 10 Private Jet Operators
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has suspended the operations of 10 private jet companies for failing to commence the recertification process. This information was released in a statement by…
Governor Adeleke Appoints AIG Wale Abbas (Rtd), Adekunle Omoyele Chairman, Commander of Amotekun Corps
Governor Ademola Adeleke has approved the appointment of a new Chairman for the Amotekun Corps in the person of retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, Wale Abbas. Mr Abbas replaced…
Hijirah 1446AH: Governor Adeleke Declares Monday As Public Holiday
The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has declared Monday, 8th July 2024, as a public holiday to commemorate the Islamic New Year, Hijirah 1446AH. This was revealed in a…
BREAKING: Senate Passes NCDC Bill
The Senate has passed the North Central Development Commission (NCDC) bill. The upper chamber passed the bill after considering the report of its committee on special duties, presented by its…
Emirates Tussle: Ado Bayero’s Lawyers Withdraw From Case
In the ongoing legal battle concerning the Kano emirate, the legal representatives of the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, have withdrawn their services from the case before the…
Dangote, Elumelu, Rewane Enlisted As Tinubu Inaugurates Economic Team
Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun said the Council is to meet and report to the President monthly. President Bola Tinubu on Thursday inaugurated…
Alayemore’s Death: Forum Commiserates With Ido-Osun Indigenes, Wants Oba Adedapo Immortalised
A group, Aseyori Progressive Forum has commiserated with the Ido Osun Traditional Council, indigenes and residents of Ido Osun in Egebedore local government area of Osun State on the demise…
Oluwo of Iwol Sets Condition for Worshipers of Deities, Idols, Ifa
The Oluwo of Iwoland, Arole Olodumare Adewale Akanbi Telu 1, has given a condition to worshipers of deities, idols, and Ifa, stating that they should not relate their religion to…
Lagos CP Orders Trial Of Officers In Viral Assault Video
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Adegoke Fayoade, has ordered the immediate trial of police officers seen in a viral video assaulting a suspect during a drug raid on July…
AFCON Qualifiers: Nigeria Face Benin, Libya, Rwanda in Group D
Nigeria will face Benin, Libya and Rwanda in Group D of the qualifiers for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON qualifiers) in Morocco as unveiled on Thursday at the…
MRA Condemns FG Threat to Jail Officials Leaking Information
Media Rights Agenda (MRA) has condemned as anachronistic and inimical to transparent and accountable governance a statement credited to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Mr. George…
Osun Set To Hold 2023/2024 Annual School/Students Census
All is set for the 2023/2024 annual Schools and Students census which will be held for one week in both public and private schools across the State. The Census is…
Governor Adeleke Warns Transport Officials Against Violence, Suspends SSA on Civil Societies
Governor Ademola Adeleke has warned transport workers in Osun State against actions and activities capable of plunging the state into violence and lawlessness. The Governor has also directed immediate suspension…
JAMB Raises Alarm Over 3,000 Fake Graduates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) has raised the alarm, saying it had uncovered 3,000 fake graduates in possession of illegal certificates across the country. The Registrar, Ishaq Oloyede,…
Cybercrime: EFCC Raises Alarm Over Plot To Recruit Youth For Violent Protest
The EFCC said a group has been actively campaigning on social media, recruiting impressionable young Nigerians against the Commission. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has alerted the general…
Former Super Eagles Coach, Finidi George Unveiled As New Head Coach of Rivers United
Former Super Eagles coach, Finidi George, has been unveiled as the Rivers United coach. He signed a two-year contract. The unveiling took place at the Rivers United’s secretariat in Port…
JUST-IN: Tragedy As Lightning Strikes 13 Footballers, Kills 2 Referees In Delta
JUST-IN: Tragedy As Lightning Strikes 13 Footballers, Kills 2 Referees In DeltJUST-IN: Tragedy As Lightning Strikes 13 Footballers, Kills 2 Referees In Delta The heavy downpour in Issele-Azagba, Aniocha North…
JAMB Approves Change Of Institution, Course For DE Applicants
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the window for a change of institution or course choice for 2024 Direct Entry (DE) applicants. The Board said the service…