Three persons have reportedly been killed in a renewed cult clash between suspected members of the Aiye and Eiye confraternities in Atan-Ota, Ogun State. The incident, which occurred around 8 p.m. on Monday in the Kajola area of the town, threw residents into panic as gunshots rang out during the attack. A security source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the clash was a reprisal by members of the Aiye cult following the killing of one of their members by a rival group two weeks ago. “There was a cult clash between Aiye and Eiye members.The Aiye group stormed…
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A pro-Tinubu group in Ondo State, the Progressive Network for Tinubu (PNT), has warned former President Goodluck Jonathan against returning to the presidential race in 2027, saying any attempt to do so would end in “embarrassment.” The warning came amid reports that Jonathan may be considering a comeback under a yet-to-be-disclosed political platform. The development followed a suit filed on Monday by an Abuja-based lawyer, Johnmary Jideobi, before the Federal High Court, seeking to bar the former president from contesting in 2027. Speaking on Tuesday during the inauguration of PNT structures across the 18 local government areas of Ondo State,…
An activist, Solomon Lenu, has accused some civil servants of orchestrating the fire incident that gutted parts of the Rivers State Secretariat in Port Harcourt late Monday night. Lenu, who is the Convener of the Ogoni Development Drive (ODD), described the incident as an act of sabotage allegedly carried out by corrupt officials seeking to destroy evidence of misconduct during the state’s six months of emergency rule. In a statement on Tuesday, he said, “As soon as the governor hinted that he knows who did what and how, and that everyone would answer for their actions, some of you ran…
Former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Geoffrey Nnaji, has said his resignation from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet was a personal decision to safeguard his integrity and avoid distractions to the government’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Nnaji stepped down on Tuesday amid controversies over his academic credentials and allegations of certificate forgery. The Presidency confirmed his resignation in a statement the same day. In his own statement, the former minister said he took the decision after “deep reflection and consultations with family, associates, and well-meaning Nigerians.” According to him, his exit followed what he described as “an orchestrated, sustained campaign of…
Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have recovered a stolen Toyota Highlander SUV and arrested two suspects believed to have stolen the vehicle in Kajola, Ondo State. The suspects, identified as Oluwajobi Ezekiel and Patrick Francis, both residents of Kajola, allegedly deceived the vehicle’s owner, one Olaolu Benson, under the pretence of helping to gauge the tyre of his car. The incident occurred on October 4, 2025, around 6:00 p.m. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola, the suspects approached Benson, claiming that one of the tyres of his Toyota Highlander…
The maiden edition of the Akoko KidsConcert 1.0 has been described as “the talk of the town,” bringing together over 75 schools from across Akoko Land in a grand display of creativity, culture, and youthful brilliance. Out of these, 25 schools showcased impressive presentations and performances that left the audience in awe. The atmosphere was charged with excitement and joy as students demonstrated their skills across various artistic and cultural segments. Speaking at the event, the Coordinator and CEO of KidsCon, Architect (Mrs.) Funmi Bankole, expressed profound appreciation to the Honourable Minister of Interior, Hon. (Dr.) Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for making…
Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Geoffrey Uche Nnaji, has resigned following allegations of certificate forgery levelled against him. Presidential aide, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed the development in a statement on Monday, saying President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accepted the minister’s resignation. According to Onanuga, Nnaji, who was appointed in August 2023, tendered his resignation letter to the President, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to serve the nation. The former minister described himself as a victim of blackmail from political opponents. “President Tinubu thanked him for his service and wished him success in his future endeavours,” the statement added.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has accepted the departure of Professor Mahmood Yakubu as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) following the expiration of his second term in office. Yakubu, who was first appointed in November 2015 as the 14th chairman of the commission and reappointed in 2020, has completed his tenure in accordance with constitutional provisions. In a statement on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu commended Professor Yakubu for his “dedicated service to the nation and his efforts to sustain Nigeria’s democracy through the conduct of free and fair elections.”…
A factional leader of the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC), Tolulope Alo, alias Asamo, and nine others have been arraigned before an Akure Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly attempting to kill the Obaloogun of Igoba land, Oba Adeniyi John Adinlewa. The accused persons, aged between 21 and 43, are facing an eight-count charge bordering on criminal conspiracy, attempted murder, unlawful possession of firearms, illegal assembly, breach of public peace, malicious damage, and threats to life. The other defendants are Seun Bankole (42), Kolawole Kazeem (35), Seriki Lateef (35), Bankole Tobi (25), Sunday Amigun (32), Ayodele Saka (34), Adedayo Ogidan (43), Olaoluwa…
National Commissioner at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mrs. May Agbamuche-Mbu, has assumed office as the Acting Chairman of the Commission. Her appointment followed the formal handover of duties by Professor Mahmood Yakubu, who proceeded on terminal leave ahead of the completion of his tenure. The handover was announced yesterday at the INEC headquarters in Abuja during a stakeholders’ meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs). Agbamuche-Mbu, who has been a National Commissioner representing Delta, Cross River and Edo States, is expected to oversee the affairs of the Commission pending further directives from the Presidency. Details of the transition are…