By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has said the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma successfully neutralised several bandits in Babban Kauye village, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara, on November 15. NAF spokesman, Air Commodore Olusola Akinboyewa, said in a statement on Sunday that...
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The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Ganduje,has said that Gov. Lucky Ayedatiwa’s victory was a triumph for democracy and the people of the state. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday declared Aiyedatiwa winner of Saturday’s governorship election in Ondo state. A statement...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – Former President Muhammadu Buhari has commended the success of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Saturday governorship election in Ondo State which returned Gov. Lucky Aiyeditawa. In his reaction to the outcome of the election, the former president said the voters had spoken...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has congratulated Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on his victory in Saturday’s Ondo State Governorship election. Governor Ododo, who served as the deputy chairman of the committee on election management and strategy in the...
The Yiaga Africa, an election observer group, has lauded the credibility of Saturday’s governorship election in the 18 Local Government Area (LGA) of Ondo State. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the candidate of the All Progressives Party (APC) polled 366,781 votes. Aiyedatiwa defeated...
The Nigeria Police Force says it has deployed personnel to forestall any post-election crisis after the Ondo State off-cyle governorship election held on Saturday. Mr Abiodun Alabi, Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) made this known while addressing newsmen at the police headquarters in Akure on Sunday after the...
Following are the results of Match Day 12 features in the 2024/2025 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), played on Sunday. El Kanemi Warriors FC 1-0 Niger Tornadoes FCKano pillars FC 2-2 Heartland FCBayelsa United FC 1-1 Katsina United FCIkorodu City FC 2-1 Shooting Stars FCEnugu Rangers FC 3-2 Bendel...
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted moderate dust and sunshine from Monday to Wednesday across the country. NiMet`s weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja forecast moderate dust on Monday with localised visibilities of less than or equal to1000m are anticipated throughout the forecast period in the northern...
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) has said an articulated vehicle (containerised truck) killed a revenue collector attempting to collect dues from the driver. The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr Olalekan Bakare-Oki, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. The statement was signed by Mr Taofiq...
The All Progressive Congress (APC) candidate and incumbent governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has emerged winner of the Ondo State Governorship election held on Saturday. The Returning Officer of INEC and Vice Chancellor of University of Lokoja, Prof. Olayemi Akinwumi, on Sunday in Akure, declared Aiyedatiwa winner after results from the...
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has urged opposition parties to join hands with him and develop the state together. Aiyedatiwa’s call came after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had on Sunday declared him the winner of Saturday’s governorship election in the state. NAN reports that Aiyedatiwa polled 366,781...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on his re-election at Saturday’s Ondo State Governorship election. The President also commended the peaceful conduct of the process, Mr Bayo Onanuga, his spokesman, said in a statement. The President congratulated...
The national grid collapsed three times last month and twice this month. This year, it has collapsed at least 11 times. This underscores our long-standing struggle to have a consistent power supply, even if not for the whole nation, at least for those fortunate enough to have access to...
Nigeria and India have reaffirmed their commitment to a robust strategic partnership. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that both countries also pledged to strengthen ties in key areas including economic development, defence, healthcare and food security, among others. This is contained in a joint statement issued on...
The Nigeria Police Command in Bayelsa has warned Blue Economy saboteurs to avoid Bayelsa saying it would use every legal means to ensure that Nigeria’s economic interest in the state was protected. The Commissioner of Police (CP) in the state, Mr Francis Alonyenu said this on Sunday in Yenagoa...
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on Sunday to attend the 19th meeting of the G20 Leaders’ Summit taking place in the South American country. The Nigerian leader’s participation is at the instance of the Brazilian President and current President of the group, Luiz...
Organisers of the 2024 edition of Beatz Awards have honoured music producer ID Cabasa and Afro hip-pop legend, D’Banj, for their outstanding contributions to the Nigerian music industry. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the award event took place on Saturday night at Muson Centre in Lagos....
Bu PATRICK ABANG, Calabar – Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu has performed the opening ceremony of Cross River Trade Fair 2024 held at U.J. Esuene stadium, Calabar. Governor Otu, who was represented by Peter Odey, the Deputy Governor praised Cross River State Ministry of Commerce in collaboration with...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially commenced the accreditation of centres for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The Board spokesman, Dr Fabian Benjamin, said in a statement on Sunday, that the accreditation process is a critical first step in...
By PATRICK ABANG, Calabar – The Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON ) has presented the Mandatory Assessment Programme (MANCAP) certificates to five companies in Cross River State. The five companies include: Native Food Bakery, Amadis. Bakery, Alice Ice Confectionary, Daro Bakery and Differential Aluminum. SON Director General, Dr Ifenayi ...