We gathered that 12 of the men were arrested at a military checkpoint in the afternoon on May 17, 2024 on their way to purchase cows in some communities in Borno State, according to their lawyer, Barr Abdulwahab Aliyu. The Nigerian Army is defying a court order by continuing to detain 15 cattle dealers in…
Governors elected under the banner of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of manipulating the outcomes of the recent governorship elections in Edo and Ondo states. This claim was made during an extraordinary session of the PDP Governors Forum held on Saturday in Jos, Plateau State. The governors…
President Bola Tinubu has formally requested the Senate to confirm Lieutenant General Olufemi Olatubosun Oluyede as the substantive Chief of Army Staff. A similar request has also been sent to the House of Representatives. In letters sent to Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas on Friday, the President…
The Northern Governors Forum, representing 19 northern Nigerian states, has strongly opposed President Bola Tinubu’s proposed Tax Reform Bill. This bill seeks to revise the distribution model for Value Added Tax (VAT) from a centralized system to a derivation-based model, which allocates tax revenues based on where goods and services are consumed rather than the…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has announced an indefinite strike set to begin on December 1, 2024, in Zamfara State and other states where the new minimum wage of ₦70,000 has not been implemented. This decision follows the failure of some state governments, including Zamfara, to comply with the 2024 National Minimum Wage Act, despite…
Dr. Mrs. Omorinola Olanipekun (JP) MCIPA, a prominent leader in Ondo State, has congratulated Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on his electoral success, along with his Deputy, Dr. Olaide Adelami MNI, and the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for their contributions to the state’s progress.
In a statement, she praised their collective efforts in advancing Ondo State, especially highlighting Governor Aiyedatiwa’s leadership in areas such as infrastructure, health, education, and economic growth.
Dr. Olanipekun also acknowledged the essential roles of Engr. Adetimehin, APC Chairman, whose leadership has strengthened the party’s position in the state.
She expressed deep gratitude to the people of Irele Local Government for their unwavering support, which helped secure the APC’s victory in the region.
Dr. Olanipekun called for unity and continued progress, urging all parties to collaborate for the state’s future prosperity.
Her message emphasized the importance of ongoing commitment to development, cooperation, and mutual support for the betterment of Ondo State.
Oyebode Emmanuel has extended heartfelt congratulations to Governor Aiyedatiwa and Deputy Governor Adelami on their resounding victory in the recent elections. In a statement issued after the results were announced, Emmanuel expressed his admiration for the hard work and resilience that both leaders demonstrated throughout the electoral process. He commended their commitment to the welfare…
In a show of support and celebration, Erelu Martins has extended her heartfelt congratulations to Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa on his resounding victory in the recent gubernatorial elections. The renowned political leader and community advocate praised the governor-elect for his impressive electoral success, acknowledging his dedication to serving the people of the state and his commitment…
First set of results from Ondo Governorship Election emergeSaturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:38 Ondo State electorates trooped out in their numbers to elect their next leader in the Ondo State gubernatorial election. The election which commenced around 8:30 am has concluded with results expected to start coming in.The two major candidate in the election…
A suspected vote-buyer has been apprehended by officials of the Department of State Services (DSS) during the ongoing Ondo governorship election. The individual was apprehended with two bags of money believed to be intended for voter inducement The arrest occurred at Ward 4, Polling Unit 007, outside St. Stephen’s Primary School in Akure, Ondo State,…
