…Oku, Ogun Adubi, Akoni Mefa and Alakada, she established herself as one of the most recognisable female performers of her generation. Her popularity earned her the nickname ‘Iya Osogbo,’ a name that would eventually eclipse her birth name in public consciousness. The title reflected not only her roots in Osogbo but als…
…improvements Nigerians should expect if they were elected. Makinde said his administration had applied the same principle in Oyo State by focusing not merely on projects announced by government but on their impact on the people. He identified poverty reduction, job creation, education, healthcare and security as some o…
…him as a former governor and his belief that political disagreements should not diminish the respect accorded former occupants of the office. “I just decided that we should honour him because one day, I will also become a former governor.” The governor further recalled an occasion at which, according to him, Daniel exp…
…voters wish to reject. An empty polling booth can empower politicians rather than punish them. Osun people must therefore make it impossible for anyone to rig their votes or foist an unpopular candidate on the state. Fadahunsi’s attempt to clarify his words does not make the original statement acceptable. How does one…
…animal production in polytechnics and colleges of education across the country. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja when he received the report of the National Implementation Committee on the Review and Development of Agricultural Curricula for Tertiary Institutions in Nigeri…
…to the place you asked her hand in marriage.. 'See, when the gods of the land wants to punish you, they will use your uncles as spokes men to administer madness to you. 'A date was fixed which was yesterday. Her father and kinsmen where waiting. 'Her things were packed, I saw my girl yesterday.. I saw her holding still…
…to the LA Clippers and Westbrook to the Houston Rockets before the 2019-20 season, replenishing their asset base and rebuilding the core of what would become the 2025 NBA champions. "Russell Westbrook is the ultimate competitor," Thunder general manager Sam Presti said in a statement. "His internal belief and unbridled…
…and is banking on grassroots goodwill built during his first term. He said Adeleke's administration has delivered road rehabilitation across Osogbo, Ede, Iwo, Ila, and Ilesa, and cleared outstanding salary arrears owed to civil servants, two decisions that earned him considerable goodwill among workers and residents al…
…government mustanswer. That is what democracy requires”. The PDP youth also admonished youths in the state against political apathy, saying that they should not allow anyone to convince them that politics is only about elections. “Politics is about whether your community is safe. It is aboutwhether you can attend schoo…
…losses, survived cancer and a heart attack. But as they tell PEOPLE, with one sibling finishing the other's thought: "We're still kids." Their dad, Royal Abbott, was stationed with the Navy in Hawaii at the time and their mom was a choir director. The twins spent their childhoods between Hawaii, the U.S. mainland and C…
…government and residents at the grassroots. The youths, who pledged to support the administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, strengthen unity within the APC and mobilise grassroots support across the seven local government areas in the district, said the forum would serve as a platform for constructive engagem…
Actor Jamie Foxx's photos on tennis court are going viral Actor Jamie Foxx has become an internet meme after photos of him on a tennis court hit the internet. The actor, 58, was pictured on the court on Saturday, August 8, in Westlake, California as he enjoyed a tennis match. At one point, Foxx lifted his t-shirt and u…
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…confidence in government digital services, the president has just directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to fully comply with the Nigeria Data Protection Act (NDP Act) This directive alone, reinforces a country willing to make responsible data governance a cornerstone of public administration. The dir…
…Week have been suspended by the University Management with immediate effect."The administration emphasized that normal academic schedules must be maintained, warning that students who fail to attend lectures will be held accountable for their absence. "Students are therefore advised to return to classes on Thursday, Au…
…and effective public financial management remain primary commitments of the federal administration. However, the U.S. report issued a stern critique of Nigeria's budgetary procedures, noting that national spending frameworks remain vague regarding revenue streams and allocations. The Department of State highlighted tha…
Activist, Harrison Gwamnishu, accuses Rivers state police command of mismanaging case of 10-year-old girl allegedly r@ped by her parents' landlord Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu has accused officers of the Rivers State Police Command of mismanaging an investigation into the alleged rape of a 10-year-old girl,…
…went to take this pre wedding pictures and that 70k I took was remaining 50k then. He punished me by asking me to use the money and buy ashebi clothes and the clothes I will wear on traditional marriage day; he didn't care if it was enough or not, that was my punishment. "I had to task my 12 ashoebi girls to pay 3500 e…
…also on its collective adoption and engagement by industry stakeholders. The event, organised in partnership with the Bank of Industry and the Nigerian Export-Import Bank, also featured a technical session and an interactive panel discussion involving industry stakeholders from Akwa Ibom and Cross River states. Speakin…
Woman shares what made her become a feminist and why she's now denouncing feminism A woman has revealed that she is no longer a feminist and she gave reasons fr her actions. She explained that she became a feminist because she was angry with her biological father. However, she said she is now giving up feminism because…
…the event will be chaired by a former Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr Temisan Omatseye. Other guests expected to grace the event are: Managing Director, Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, Director-General, Nigerian Maritime Administration and Sa…
…responsible for establishments, senior government officials and representatives of ministries, departments and agencies also attended. The council specifically resolved that “professional membership or certification should be recognised principally for professional proficiency, ethical standards and continuing professi…
…INEC, on the other. According to the commission, the court ordered it to “forthwith recognise, accept, upload, process and publish” the name and particulars of Ajala as the SDP governorship candidate. INEC said, “Consequently, the ballot papers for the election, scheduled for Saturday, 15th August 2026, are being repro…
…commission. According to the commission, the court ordered it to “forthwith recognise, accept, upload, process and publish” the name and particulars of Ajala as the SDP candidate for the election. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the National Commissioner and Chairman of INEC’s Information and Voter Education Comm…
Civil society organisations and other stakeholders have urged the Federal Government to make public the Memorandum of Understanding reportedly signed with Brazilian meat-processing company JBS over its proposed $2.5bn investment in Nigeria. The stakeholders said access to the agreement was necessary to enable Nigerians…