Mr Fayemi and his wife, Bisi, cast their votes at exactly 12:12 p.m. at Polling Unit 009, Akpata House, Isan, Ward 11, Oye Local Government Area of the state.

Security operatives deployed to Owa-Onire in Kwara State found no resident in the town.

…local rice production and reduce dependence on imported grains. Agricultural experts warn that if left unchecked, quelea birds can cause severe economic losses by destroying rice, millet, sorghum, and other cereal crops, affecting both food availability and farmers' incomes. The state government reiterated its commitme…

…conduct a forensic review of OGWAMA's banking records, procurement documents, contract awards, and payment schedules to uncover the truth. "As sons and daughters of Ogun State, we are deeply concerned about the exploitation of public office for selfish interests. If Mr. Abayomi Hunye indeed abused his powers by facilit…

…national assignment is still failing to perform optimally," he added. The former senator warned that if the pace of accreditation remained unchanged, many voters could abandon the process out of frustration. "If it takes 30 minutes per voter, multiply that by 500 voters and people could still be here tomorrow waiting t…

…He also suggested that planning projects could be given to consultants with land rewards to save government funds. "If the governor uses three years to work, that is nine master plans. "If we are having master plans for nine towns in three years, we must have covered all towns within a few years. With that, we go into…

…and others supporting them are also Nigerians and cannot be ignored," he said. He warned that individuals benefiting financially from banditry would resist any peace process that threatens their interests. "If you negotiate with the bandits but the informers and suppliers stop making money, they will not support any ne…

…of the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Lagos (UNILAG), Adelaja Odukoya, has warned that Nigeria cannot achieve enduring economic growth by exhausting its workforce. Odukoya cautioned that any nation neglecting the wellbeing of its workers gradually undermines its own developmental future. The don delivered th…

…supporters across Ekiti State were prepared to defend the party's decision and work towards ensuring a successful outing in the 2027 elections. The rally featured colourful displays of banners, placards and campaign materials as enthusiastic supporters reiterated their commitment to the Accord Party and the presidentia…

Oluyede, who voted at Osaguru Hall, Unit 6, Ward 3, expressed dissatisfaction with the pace of the exercise, noting that only a few voters had been accredited and allowed to vote more than an hour after polling began. He also accused security operatives in the area of intimidating voters and alleged that some of them w…

…ensure the immediate payment of all outstanding upkeep allowances. NANS has accordingly warned that failure by NELFUND and other stakeholders to resolve the matter promptly could force Nigerian students to embark on peaceful mass action, including the occupation of the NELFUND headquarters, until concrete steps are tak…

…of distinguished service to Nigeria in various capacities, saying many people remain unaware of the enormous contributions he has made to national development. He recounted learning about the monarch's humble upbringing, including how he reportedly sold firewood to finance his education, describing the story as an insp…

Small-scale business owners around some polling units in Ekiti West Local Government Area are enjoying brisk sales as the Ekiti governorship election progresses.

The election observation group said findings from its observers revealed differences in the number of political parties reflected on key election materials used by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

…under the Code of Conduct and shall attract appropriate sanctions,” the statement warned. Nnamdi Kanu has ‘exclusive authority’ to appoint, dissolve DOS – IPOB releases code of conduct

…elections in the state. Similarly, a tricycle operator, Mr Moses Ajibade, acknowledged awareness of the police directive restricting movement but said economic realities compelled him to continue working. Ajibade explained that he needed to provide for his family and meet his weekly contribution obligations. "I came ou…

…commitment to sustained proactive policing and zero tolerance for violent crimes. He warned criminals to desist from unlawful activities or face the full weight of the law, while assuring residents of continued safety and security across Ogun State. Police bust armed robbery, car snatching syndicate in Ogun

…City defender, Kyle Walker, has picked Argentina captain Lionel Messi as the best forward at the ongoing FIFA World Cup tournament. Walker believes Messi is by far ahead of the likes of England’s Harry Kane, France’s Kylian Mbappe and Norway’s Erling Haaland. Speaking during a session with talkSPORTS, Walker noted that…

…in line with the Electoral Act. A visit around the Ado-Ekiti metropolis, specifically Ward 7, polling units 2, 3, and 4, at Oke Ila, voters were seen waiting for INEC officials and party agents to arrive at the place at 9 a.m. At Ward 6, polling units 4, 5, 6, and 7 at Oke-Iyinmi, voters were also seen waiting for the…

…in the accreditation and voting process at his polling unit at Osaguru Hall, unit 6, ward 3, Ikere-Ekiti. Speaking with journalists after casting his vote, Oluyede described the pace of voting as unacceptable, claiming that only a handful of voters had been processed more than an hour after polling commenced. Oluyede a…

…to commence, some traders at major markets in the Ado-Ekiti metropolis displayed their wares and attended to customers.NAN reports that the Police Commissioner in charge of the Ekiti governorship election, Mr Abayomi Shogunle, had on Friday ordered restriction of vehicular movement from midnight on Friday till 6 p.m. o…

…talks scheduled for Friday were intended to build on the deal to end the Middle East war and work towards a lasting settlement. No new date for the negotiations has been announced. The war began on February 28 with US-Israeli strikes that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. AFP

…Speaking with Vanguard in Yoruba while awaiting accreditation at Polling Unit 001, Aye Ward, Aye Ekiti in Ido/Osi Local Government Area of Ekiti State, the centenarian said she turned out to vote because she wanted the most qualified candidate to emerge victorious in the governorship election. "I came out to vote becau…

…that is what they have been doing across our local government and the electoral ward.” Andaha, who is also the Chairman of the Association of Local Government in Nigeria (ALGON) Nasarawa State chapter, said he is impressed by the process, which is orderly across his LGA. “Indeed, you can see it for yourself; every poll…

…of Processing Activities. The matter is sensitive because the country is moving towards another election, and it speaks to the credibility of the database. "It is of utmost urgency, and we are acting immediately," he said. The NDPC boss said the commission had investigated several organisations, including Meta, TikTok,…