President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has set an ambitious target to lower Nigeria’s inflation rate from 34.6% to 15% by the end of 2025. In his New Year message to the nation, the president outlined strategies aimed at easing economic hardships and fostering growth. Tinubu acknowledged the economic struggles of 2024, marked by rising prices of…
In line with his campaign promise, Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has approved the reconstruction, rehabilitation, and asphalt overlay of more than 50 township roads across the state’s 18 local government areas. This initiative, part of the “OUR EASE” agenda, marks a significant step toward enhancing road infrastructure in the state. Speaking on…
Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has signed the N698.659 billion 2025 budget into law, marking a significant step in his administration’s efforts to address socio-economic challenges and rebuild the state’s economy. Dubbed the “Budget of Recovery,” the fiscal plan prioritizes critical sectors such as agriculture, infrastructure, education, healthcare, security, and social welfare. The…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) permission to freeze 24 bank accounts suspected of being tied to terrorism financing. Justice Emeka Nwite approved the request following an ex-parte application filed by the EFCC’s counsel, Martha Babatunde. The accounts, owned by Lawrence Lucky Eromosele, are under investigation…
Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has inaugurated the clearing of waterways and distribution of life jackets to riverine communities in Ondo State. The event, organized by the State Ministry of Transport, took place at Oil Mill through Ebute Irele in Okitipupa Local Government Area. Representing the governor, Special Adviser on Transport, Akogun Olugbenga Omole, stated that…
Nasarawa United and Rivers United have been summoned by the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) to address incidents that occurred during their Matchday 18 clash at the Lafia City Stadium on 22 December 2024. Both teams are expected to appear before the NPFL disciplinary committee in Abuja on 10 January 2025. The league organizers have…
Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to justice and judicial welfare with the groundbreaking ceremony for a new High Court Complex in Akure. The Judiciary Village, located along Oba Osupa Road, marks a historic milestone for the state, as Governor Aiyedatiwa emphasized during the event:“Since the creation of Ondo…
Human rights advocate and Lagos-based attorney, Dele Farotimi, has regained his freedom from the Ado-Ekiti Correctional Centre after satisfying the bail conditions set by both the Federal High Court and the Ekiti State Magistrate Court. Sources from his legal team confirmed his release early Tuesday, revealing that Farotimi is now en route to Lagos to…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has inaugurated the 2024 Christian pilgrimage to Israel and Jordan, describing the event as an opportunity for spiritual renewal and national restoration. The flag-off ceremony took place on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos State, with the President represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator…
The Ondo State Government has commenced the distribution of essential farm inputs to farmers across the state as part of its preparations for the 2025 planting season. The initiative, aimed at bolstering food security and supporting local agricultural activities, underscores the government’s commitment to enhancing productivity in the sector. The distribution, which occurred over the…
