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INEC Adds SDP Candidates to By-Election Ballot Following Court Order

16 August 2025

According to a statement by National Commissioner Sam Olumekun, the court ruled in favour of the SDP in a suit challenging their exclusion due to the party’s failure to submit a valid notice for primaries, which meant their primaries were not monitored by INEC. In compliance with the court’s directive, INEC has accepted and published […]

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NLC Threatens Nationwide Strike Over Alleged Diversion of Workers’ Funds

15 August 2025

In a communique released, NLC President Joe Ajaero accused the government of diverting 40% of NSITF contributions into the national treasury, in violation of the fund’s founding laws. He warned that further interference would trigger nationwide industrial action. The union also demanded the immediate constitution of a governing board for the National Pension Commission (PenCom), […]

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“We won’t negotiate with bandits” -Gov Lawal

15 August 2025

The governor made this statement during his continued tour of communities recently attacked by bandits, where he offered condolences to victims and reiterated his commitment to restoring security and rebuilding affected areas. Offering condolences to the affected communities, Lawal reaffirmed his commitment to restoring security and rebuilding affected areas. In a statement by his spokesperson, […]

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Vesti expands to Osun, launches app

13 August 2025

Speaking at the press conference held at the Vesti office in Osogbo before its launch, the Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Vesti, Olusola Amusan, emphasized the company’s commitment to bringing structured migration support closer to underserved regions, including states in Nigeria. Amusan, who said that the vision of the company is to empower over […]

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Court discharges Ibom Air passenger

13 August 2025

Magistrate Olanrewaju Salami discharged Emmason following the withdrawal of the five charges preferred against her by the police. Earlier, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, announced the decisions following consultations with stakeholders in the aviation sector. According to the minister, the resolutions were reached after reviewing the incidents, considering appeals from […]

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INEC warns Nigerians against multiple registration

13 August 2025

Mohammed Sadiq, the Resident Electoral Commissioner, REC, in Plateau, issued the warning during a meeting with stakeholders on the resumption of CVR across the country. Sadiq noted that such a move would not only attract grave consequences, but that anyone caught would be completely delisted from the voter register. “Voter registration is not only a […]

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FG withdraws criminal complaint against Ibom Air passenger, reduces KWAM 1’s ban

13 August 2025

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, announced the decisions following consultations with stakeholders in the aviation sector. According to the minister, the resolutions were reached after reviewing the incidents, considering appeals from well-meaning individuals, and considering the remorse shown by those involved. Keyamo revealed that Ibom Air has agreed to withdraw its […]

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Aiyedatiwa distributes 14 utility vehicles to Ondo Perm Secs

12 August 2025

In a speech during the brief exercise at the Government House, Akure, Aiyedatiwa described the event as “symbolic”. He said the vehicles were to aid the permanent secretaries “so as to be more productive, and give their best to the civil service”. He said that a similar gesture would be extended to four retired permanent […]

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Tinubu appoints Omidiran as FCC Chairman

12 August 2025

Omidiran, a former House of Representatives member, succeeds Muheeba Dankaka, whose tenure was dogged by controversy. In a statement released by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President also appointed Mohammed Musa as the Secretary of the commission and retains Kayode Oladele from Ogun State as a commissioner. Oladele, a former […]

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Ekiti monarch, Alaramoko dies at 82

9 August 2025

The monarch, according to a statement on Saturday by his family, died on Friday at the age of 82. In the release, the family praised his “remarkable leadership, wisdom, and dedication to the welfare of his people.” The statement read, “Oba Adeyemi’s impact on the community will forever be cherished as testament to his enduring […]

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