The Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has congratulated the Muslim community in Ondo State as they celebrate Eid-el-fitr, imploring them to rekindle their commitment to unity and love for fellow residents. Governor Aiyedatiwa congratulated Muslims for successfully completing the holy month of Ramadan, a period dedicated to fasting, prayer, reflection, and service to community. The Governor said: “As you mark the end of this sacred month, I rejoice with you on this year’s Eid-el-fitr and urge you to use this celebration to reflect on the lessons of Ramadan. “I urge you to continue to embody the virtues…
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Flanked by Nollywood celebrities and prospective home-owners, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state, on Saturday, unveiled The Avila – a picturesque housing estate in the outskirts of Akure, amidst grand spectacle. Represented by his deputy, Olayide Adelami, the governor described the initiative by Jomav Homes and Properties Ltd as a progressive idea, that is in line with his administration’s agenda. “Housing is a fundamental need, and as a government, we recognize the vital role that the real estate sector plays in economic growth, job creation, and urban development. “We acknowledge the contributions of companies like Jomav Homes and Properties Ltd…
A 14-year-old secondary school student, Nicknes Ayo, has reportedly taken her own life in Egba, Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State, after facing pressure from her mother to reveal the identity of the man responsible for her pregnancy. According to a neighbor, identified as Mama Enyi, the teenager had recently returned home from school in Otukpo on Thursday, displaying signs of pregnancy. Her mother, upon noticing the symptoms, questioned her and insisted on knowing the father of the unborn child. When the girl refused to disclose the information, her mother threatened to take her to a clinic for confirmation.…
Saudi Arabia announced on Saturday that the crescent moon of Shawwal has been sighted, marking the end of Ramadan. As a result, Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on Sunday, March 30, 2025. The announcement was made on Haramain’s official Facebook page, a key platform for the global Muslim community. “The crescent moon for the month of Shawwal 1446 has been sighted in Saudi Arabia. Therefore, Eid al-Fitr will be celebrated on Sunday, March 30, 2025,” the statement read. More details to follow.
Former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi, has claimed that the ongoing conflict between the suspended governor of the state, Siminalayi Fubara, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, revolves around the distribution of funds. Amaechi made this assertion during an interview with DW on Saturday. He also criticized President Bola Tinubu’s intervention in the state’s crisis, describing it as unconstitutional. Speaking on the matter, he stated, “The disagreement between the Rivers State governor and the FCT minister is about money sharing. If not, what exactly is the issue? Nigerians no longer seem to oppose corruption. I haven’t…
The Ondo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has urged the state government to immediately relocate a casket shop operating within the premises of the University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital (UNIMEDTH), Akure Annex. Expressing concern over its impact on patients and visitors, the union highlighted that the coffin shop is situated directly opposite the Outpatient Department (OPD) and near the Emergency Unit, which could have psychological effects on those receiving medical care. This resolution was reached during the union’s final congress under its current leadership, held on March 27, 2025, at the Press Centre, Alagbaka, Akure.…
The Governor of Ondo State, Dr Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 73rd birthday, thanking the president for his support towards the development of the State. The Governor in a birthday message to the President, said under the Renewed Hope administration, Ondo State has witneseed unprecedented federal presence and support, including infrastructural projects and appointments. The Governor said: “I write to congratulate an icon, a worthy example in excellence, courage and passion; a dogged fighter and leader of leaders, His Excellency, the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has criticized the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) for opposing the declaration of a state of emergency in Rivers State by President Bola Tinubu. Wike accused the NBA of taking this stance because the Rivers State Government had promised to sponsor its annual general conference. He made these remarks in Abuja on Friday while receiving officials of the Body of Benchers, led by its Chairman, Chief Adegboyega Awomolo (SAN). According to the minister, the NBA’s opposition was not based on constitutional concerns but on financial interests, as a state of emergency…
Dr. George Nwaeke, the former Head of the Rivers State Civil Service, has alleged that the suspended governor, Siminalayi Fubara, was behind the bombing of the state House of Assembly complex in 2023. He claimed the action was taken to prevent lawmakers, who were loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, from impeaching Fubara. Nwaeke made this statement while addressing journalists on Friday. However, the situation took an unexpected turn when his wife, Florence, publicly expressed shock, insisting that the man in the interview did not seem like her husband. During an emotional interview with Channels…
Olu Agunloye, the national secretary of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has stated that the party is not considering a merger with any political group and will resist any attempts at a hostile takeover by new members. In a statement dated March 21, Agunloye emphasized that while the SDP has recently welcomed new members from both the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), these individuals must adhere to the party’s constitution and principles. He acknowledged that new members might have varying motives for joining but insisted that the party’s core values remain unchanged. He criticized the…