The victory grants the governor another four-year term and makes him the first Ekiti governor to successfully secure consecutive re-election in a state where incumbents have often struggled to retain power.

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…when this too was abolished. The abolition of slavery involved Great Britain in enormous expenditure. She paid the sum of £20m, as compensation to Brit- ish slave owners for the emancipation of their slaves. The sum of £400,000 was paid to Spain for the right to search her ships for slaves. In addition to cancelling a…

…that require attention, we will review them and ensure they are accommodated. "Our focus remains the comprehensive implementation of our development agenda for the benefit of all Ekiti people," the governor stated.

…critical questions about how state and local government resources are deployed, just as they must raise same question against the Federal Government. The hypocrisy of Bwala's mission in Ibadan would make anyone want to puke. Isaac Brown, for instance, asked Bwala if he hadn't seen the road infrastructure in Oyo State,…

…children are spending weeks in captivity while a teacher was beheaded in a most horrendous manner, the state governor not only went ahead to declare a presidential ambition, the relatives of a former Minister who were abducted were rescued in a jiffy while the poor and powerless remained in captivity! The President, ho…

Mr Oyebanji was declared winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital.

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THE trajectory of democratic governance in Nigeria, from 1999 to date, calls for continuous reflective engagements from all quarters, not least from the Nigerian Political Science Association (NPSA). This is why the theme of its 35th Conference: "26 Years of Democracy in Nigeria: Reflections on Praxis and Challenges",…

…that had sparked widespread concern among fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry. The actor also expressed frustration over what he described as a growing misuse of technology, particularly artificial intelligence, to manipulate images and videos of public figures for malicious purposes. According to him, so…

…of The Headies Awards, Ayo Animashaun, has defended the decision to stage the prestigious music awards ceremony in Toronto, Canada, saying the move is aimed at expanding the global reach of African music rather than abandoning Nigeria. Animashaun made the clarification amid conversations surrounding the relocation of t…

…of her performance. The actress noted that she could barely respond at that moment because she was still deeply immersed in character, saying she remained emotionally affected even during casual interactions with cast and crew, as the intensity of the scenes shaped the entire atmosphere on set. She also shared a lighte…

Across the 16 local government areas, the APC candidate has consistently dominated both urban and rural voting blocs, with particularly strong showings in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti West, Irepodun/Ifelodun, Ikole, and Ekiti East.

By Ayo Onikoyi In Ijebu-Ode this year, culture didn't just show up – it moved. It moved through colour, through rhythm, through generations. It moved in the synchronized elegance of the regberegbe, in the confidence of tailored Aso-Oke, in the sound of drums echoing heritage into the present. At the centre of it all, O…

APC's cumulative votes from the 10 LGAs you supplied stand at 182,331 votes, while PDP has 28,777 votes and African Democratic Congress (ADC) has 6,598 votes. APC has won every declared LGA and leads by 153,554 votes across the 10 councils announced so far.

Groupings and tee times for the final round of the 126th US Open, held at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York.

Highlights from the third round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills as Wyndham Clark produced some stunning golf to pull six clear of the chasing pack which includes world No 1 Scottie Scheffler.

Rory McIlroy shot a three-over (73) during his third round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills.

Sustaining the Otherwise, a transnational project initiated in 2023 by two independent curators, writers and researchers, Selene Wendt and Amal Alhaag, takes a different tack on restitution. THERE has been a sustained, vibrant discussion about restitution and reparation in recent times. Following decades of persistent…

…In this interview with Segun Adebayo, she reflects on her creative journey, business ventures, personal values, and what continues to inspire her. Your latest YouTube release has generated a lot of positive feedback. What sparked the idea behind the project? First of all, I missed our old way of telling original and ve…

…years. Sharing photos of the award plaque, Itele described the moment as more than just personal success, but a reflection of consistency, discipline, and audience loyalty that carried him through the journey. "From zero to 1 million subscribers. The YouTube Gold Creator Award is finally home-a symbol of dedication, co…

…positive outlook on life. Known for her remarkable performances in the Yoruba film industry, Bukola has remained one of Nollywood's most beloved actresses, earning admiration for both her talent and resilience over the years. The mother of twins has continued to chart her own path despite personal challenges, maintaini…

…behind her career growth, and the resilience required to stay consistent in the industry. Olalere also addressed the popular relationship question often directed at women: "What do you bring to the table?" Responding, she said she does not find the question offensive, adding that she strongly understands her value and…

…after the end of a relationship she described as memorable despite its painful conclusion. Speaking in an interview with Potpourri, the indigenous Lagos-born filmmaker said she has not found love since her relationship with her former partner ended in 2018. According to Dawodu, the relationship was a beautiful experien…

…doing God's work in other ways," she said. Speaking about her attraction to the religious life, Beverly explained that she admired the discipline and appearance of priests and Reverend Sisters. "I love how they dress. Because I am meticulous and very neat, I just loved how clean the priests and Reverend Sisters were. L…