…overwhelmingly endorsed continuity, stability and development. He expressed gratitude to residents for delivering what he described as a historic mandate, noting that the outcome reflected the collective aspirations of the people. "The voice of the people has reverberated from every part of our great state, and the mes…

…sterner quality than the current, though neither made their medical records public like presidents in first world countries who can't hide theirs, even if they try. Poor or total absence of accountability from leaders to their people especially in Africa, is age-long. Even the ones the Yoruba will call f'oni ku, f'ola…

…the man has resorted to heavy drinking. 4) Constantly under attacks by armed robbers, residents have resorted to self-policing. 5) Many years ago, some banks resorted to chasing their debtors all over the place. 6) Is it right for jobless and hungry young men to resort to stealing? 7) He resorted to marrying another wi…

…in the community. The reported release sparked celebrations across the town, with residents taking to the streets to welcome the victims, […]

…leaders may depart, the Church remains under the eternal leadership of Christ. "Our presidents have come and gone. Pastor Akinosun happened to be the seventh, and I am privileged to serve as the eighth. One day, my own time will come too, but the Church of God will remain because Jesus Christ is the perpetual Shepherd…

…other fleeing members of the gang. Usman added that the Commissioner of Police commended residents for their cooperation and urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies. Police neutralise suspected kidnap kingpin, rescue kidnap victim in Kebbi

…statement is questionable, if the information is confirmed, it is regrettable that local residents provided such information to a publication whose activities are banned in the country. The withdrawal of French armed forces from several West African countries (Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, and Senegal) has been widely see…

…Headquarters, one can only imagine the dangers faced daily by unarmed farmers and rural residents confronted by violent herders,” he queried. The complainant also expressed reservations that the police prosecutor, Mr Blessing Essien, who ought to have been providing him with information regarding the status of the case…

The incident reportedly took place on Saturday along the Isa-Bargaja road as troops advanced towards the community following a distress call from residents after an overnight attack by armed men.

As Ekiti State residents trooped out on Saturday to elect a new governor, an 80-year-old man and a 20-year-old physically challenged hairdresser have appealed to whoever emerges victorious in the election to prioritise the welfare of vulnerable citizens and address the worsening economic hardship in the state. The octo…

…agriculture, economic development, biodiversity conservation and the livelihoods of many residents, but are increasingly threatened by illegal logging, poaching and indiscriminate exploitation. "This initiative demonstrates our commitment to peacebuilding. It symbolises integrity and discipline” "I urge you to be good…

…said the intervention became necessary due to continued misuse of public spaces by some residents and transport operators. He said the government could no longer ignore the growing problem of indiscriminate dumping of refuse on roads, medians, and other public areas. "Our beautiful city is being challenged by indiscrim…

…or the governorship election. According to him, despite the unfortunate development, residents had remained peaceful and the election process proceeded in an orderly manner. "Despite the unfortunate incident that we experienced here last night, which had nothing to do with politics, the process has been well ordered,"…

…in surrounding communities, including Gidan Rana and Gidan Sale villages, to reassure residents, dominate the area and deny terrorists freedom of action. The statement reassured that these successful rescue operations underscored the unwavering commitment of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, to protecting the lives and property…

…among security agencies, public awareness campaigns, and greater cooperation from residents. He noted that unlike previous elections, where hundreds of suspects were arrested for electoral offences, no incidents involving violence, weapons, or criminal activity were recorded during the bye-election. "In the last electi…

There was a voter apathy in I?an-Ekiti, the hometown of immediate past Governor Kayode Fayemi on Saturday as many residents

…abducted by suspected Fulani gunmen. Igboho accused the kidnappers of terrorising residents of the community and insisted that the victims’ family would not pay the ransom reportedly demanded by the abductors. According to him, the pregnant woman and her sibling were kidnapped in the dead of night in the Igboho area of…

…his administration's commitment to protecting the lives of students, teachers, and residents of the affected communities, stressing that every necessary measure would be taken to identify the source of the pollution and prevent a recurrence. He assured residents that the government remains focused on safeguarding publi…

…Igogo Ward 2, Polling Unit 16 in Ikosun-Ekiti, Moba Local Government Area, Akinlayo said residents had come out in large numbers to vote for the candidate of his party, whom he identified as the incumbent governor seeking a second term in office. The lawmaker described the turnout across the constituency as massive, at…

…including B-Dere Ward 4 in Gokana LGA, strong voter participation was recorded, with residents defying the weather to exercise their franchise. The heavy rain, however, delayed the distribution of election materials in some areas, resulting in a slight setback in the commencement of accreditation. Despite this, accredi…

…All eight polling units in Afao-Ekiti Ward recorded high voter participation, as residents-young and old-trooped out early to exercise their civic rights. Fayose arrived at his polling unit at St. David's Primary School, which also served as the ward collation centre, at about 8:50 a.m. alongside his son, Bolu Fayose,…

…experiencing relative calm due to intensified military operations. The governor urged residents to remain patient and continue supporting security agencies, assuring that efforts to dismantle criminal networks would not be relaxed. He reiterated that lasting peace in the state can only be achieved through decisive acti…

…later evacuated to the mortuary, while the dog was buried by neighbours in the compound. Residents described the incident as tragic, lamenting that what was meant to be a peaceful night turned fatal. Authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the incident as of the time of filing this report.

…the initiative became necessary due to the persistent abuse of public spaces by some residents and operators. "Our beautiful city is being challenged by indiscriminate refuse disposal and environmental abuse. We cannot fold our arms while people dump waste on roads, medians and public spaces. This is totally unacceptab…

…locations, which could be responsible for the emissions," he said. The governor assured residents that the government remains committed to ensuring the safety of students and the wider community, stressing that the school will remain closed until the environment is certified safe. "In the meantime, we have evacuated th…