LG polls conducted without six months notice would face nullification— AGF

The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Olasunkanmi, SAN, Thursday, warned that henceforth, local government elections conducted without 6 months’ notice would face nullification. According to … Read More

Iraq Slashes Legal Age Of Consent To Nine Years Old

A sick newly proposed age of consent law would allow old men in Iraq to marry children as young as nine years old, and “legalise child rape” activists claim. Ultra-conservative … Read More

Qatar Agrees To Kick Hamas Out Of Doha Following US Request – CNN

Qatar agreed in recent weeks to kick Hamas out of its country following a request from the US to do so, capping off months of failed attempts to try to … Read More

Oil Imports Crashed By 35% In Q2 – CBN

Nigeria’s oil imports dropped by 35 per cent in the second quarter of 2024, amounting to $2.79bn, down from $4.31bn in the previous quarter. This is according to the quarterly … Read More

Over 200 Get Free Eye Glasses As Oluyole LG Records Large Turnout At Free Medical Outreach

Over 200 residents of Oluyole Local Government Area (LG) in Oyo State were beneficiaries of a free eye glasses at a medical outreach organized by the council in collaboration with … Read More

2027: Let Makinde rest, he spoke the minds of Nigerians  

By Babajide Alex Adetunji Following last Saturday’s declaration by the governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, that the 2027 presidential contest is between the All Progressives Congress (APC) and … Read More

Nigerians To FG: After Prayers, Will Governance Change?

Last week, the National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu and Nigeria’s First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu led a National Prayer at the National Mosque in Abuja where Muslims gathered for … Read More

Voters Offered Rice, Fertilizer, Cassava, Other Incentives as Ondo Election Nears

As the Ondo State gubernatorial election nears, reports suggest politicians are offering rice, fertilizer, cassava, and cash to encourage support from voters.  A democracy based non-governmental organization, Yiaga Africa, made … Read More

Canada Announces Cancellation Of Automatic 10-Year Multiple-Entry Visas

While the multiple-entry visa previously allowed holders to enter and leave Canada freely, a government update said that the 10-year multiple-entry visa is no longer viewed as the “standard document.” … Read More

Osinbajo To Tinubu: Prioritize Nigerians’ Welfare Amid Economic Hardship

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has urged President Bola Tinubu to focus on improving Nigerians’ welfare as the country grapples with significant economic challenges. Speaking at the 2024 Women in … Read More

Wike appoints Fayose’s ally, Lere Olayinka as SSA Public communication and new media 

The Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Barrister Ezenwo Nyesom Wike has appointed Mr. Olalere James Olayinka as the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communication and New Media. … Read More

Governor Makinde’s Visionary Leap: Remodeling Technical Colleges for a Brighter Future – GSM Advocates

“Technical education empowers individuals to build a better tomorrow. It’s crucial for economic growth and a brighter future.” – Rt. Hon. Gordon Brown, UN Special Envoy for Global Education and … Read More

Wave of racist text messages summoning Black people to report for slavery in US 

A wave of racist text messages summoning Black people to report for slavery showed up on phones across the United States, prompting the scrutiny of the F.B.I.  The N.A.A.C.P. said … Read More

FG To Build Seven New Dams In The South West For Irrigation

Dr. Adedeji Ashiru, MD and CEO of the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority, announced plans by the Federal Government to build seven dams across the six southwestern states, aiming to … Read More

80,000 minimum wage: Ogunlade lauds Gov. Makinde, describes him as God sent

Following his approval of 80, 000 minimum wage to workers, the Executive Chairman of Ogbomoso North Local Government, Hon. George Ogunlade has described the Governor of Oyo state, Seyi Makinde, … Read More

Oke Legacy extols Makinde for raising minimum wage to 80,000

In a move for civil servants across Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde has once again demonstrated his administration’s commitment to employee welfare, a sentiment widely echoed by the state’s workforce, … Read More

Healthcare Delivery: Fagbemi dedicates award to Gov Makinde after recognition by Medical and Dental Consultants

…Former Health Commissioner Dr. Bashir Bello Commends Dr. Fagbemi’ Professionalism and Dedication The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) has recognized Chairman Oyo State Hospital Management Board, Dr. … Read More

‘I’ve Known Makinde As A Listening Governor’— Princess Abeo Lauds N80,000 Minimum Wage Approval

A Prominent Market Leader in Oyo State and Nigeria, Princess Afolashade Abeo Nurudeen, has expressed her admiration for Governor Seyi Makinde’s recent move to increase the minimum wage for Oyo … Read More

Oyo Seeks To Curb Immoral Dressing Among Youths As ‘Iyakuegbe’ Rallies Stakeholders At A Cultural Awareness Campaign

Stakeholders in Oyo State have raised concerns over the rising trend of indecent and immoral dressing among youths, citing its negative impact on Yoruba moral values and societal norms. In … Read More

Hardship: FG Acknowledges Nigerians’ Endurance, Says Economic Reforms Working

The Federal Government has expressed appreciation to Nigerians for their resilience amid the challenging effects of recent economic reforms, assuring that these changes are now yielding positive results. Speaking at … Read More