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2023 Presidency: Atiku not part of Northern consensus arrangement

The Technical Committee for the Actualization of Atiku Abubakar’s Presidency in 2023 in a statement by its chairman, High Chief…
Oba Adeyemi

What my father did before he died – Son recounts last moments

Adeyemi died on Friday night at the Afe Babalola University Teaching Hospital, Ado-Ekiti at the age of 83 after he…
crude oil disaster in Ohaji-Egbema in Imo state

Over 100 people dead as illegal refinery explodes , Imo govt declares owner wanted

The hell-like fire, from online accounts, consumed everything on its path, including cars, forest, and people.
What Alaafin promised me before his death: Ooni of Ife

“He was an iconic monarch” – Ooni praises late Alaafin

Alaafin made a promise to make his first visit to the Ooni before the middle of this year.
Dr John Okoriko

Apostle John Okoriko regains freedom

A family member of Okoriko’s expressed joy at the release of the cleric whom he said worshipped with the congregation…
Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi

Oba Adeyemi’s reign remarkable in many ways, Buhari pays tribute

Buhari noted that Adeyemi's 52 year-reign covered major historic transitions in the country and witnessed transformations in his domain.
Nwonwu

Six suspected hoodlums nabbed for attacking policeman with machetes

They were said to have  inflicted machete cuts on his head and other parts of his body for daring to…
Oba Adeyemi and Akande-Sadipe

Adeyemi was encyclopaedia of Yoruba culture : Akande-Sadipe

Akande-Sadipe said the late monarch was one of the most revered royal fathers, who had a vast knowledge of Yoruba…
Alaafin Oba Adeyemi goes home

Goodnight Oba Adeyemi as body laid to rest [Photos]

The Chief Imam of Oyo, Sheikh Mos’ud Ajokidero and other notable Islamic clerics in Oyo and neighbouring towns performed the…
Boko Haram

Police confirm 10 dead in terrorists’ attack in Yobe

He said the insurgents moving on motorcycles also torched the staff quarters of a public school in the area.
Bees attack mourners at Alaafin’s palace

Bees attack mourners at Alaafin’s palace

Bees attacked some of the mourners who thronged the Oyo Palace to mourn the death of the Alaafin of Oyo,…
Oba Lamidi and Obasanjo

Obasanjo showers encomiums on Alaafin Adeyemi

Obasanjo, who is currently in Ethiopia, in a letter conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the good people of Oyo State…
Adamawa

Police foil kidnap attempt on Lagos-Ore expressway, rescue victims

The Police Command in Ondo State on Saturday foiled an attempted kidnap of nine passengers on the Lagos/Ore expressway.
Panic as nine members of the same family die under mysterious circumstances in Nagazi town of Adavi LGA of Kogi State

Yahaya Bello expresses deep sadness over Alaafin’s death

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has expressed deep sadness over the death of the highly revered Alaafin of Oyo, late…
Illustration of Ogaminana Police station

Gunmen attack Kogi’s Ogaminana police station, kill 3 cops

The attack took place around 2 a.m, with residents alerted when they heard gunshots from the police station.
Oba Adeyemi

We have lost our father: Makinde reacts to Oba Adeyemi’s death

Oba Adeyemi not only elevated the Alaafin throne with his knowledge and wisdom, he became a worthy exemplar for royal…
Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi

Oba Adeyemi to be buried today, uneasy calm at palace

There was uneasy calm at the palace, as many people seen around the palace were in a mournful mood over…
Buhari and Governor El-Rufai

El-Rufai’s anti-Jonathan comments haunt Buhari [Video]

In another video, El-Rufai attacked the Jonathan regime for pardoning corrupt politicians, in the aftermath of the pardon granted former…
Tinubu, Osinbajo, others on queue as APC delays sale of forms

Tinubu, Osinbajo, others on queue as APC delays sale of forms

The sale of the forms was scheduled to begin on Saturday, but a visit to the party secretariat showed a…
Controversy in Labour party over Plateau governorship candidacy

Group urges Yohanna Margif to join Plateau governorship race

Suleman, who described Margif as a successful businessman and philanthropist, said he possesses the requisite leadership qualities to move the…
Lagos CP Alabi Abiodun

Fighting insecurity is everybody’s business: Lagos CP

Alabi described the 10-year-rule of the traditional ruler as a remarkable and wonderful period, noting that he had galvanised all…
Vita Abba

I served well, it’s time for PDP to reward me – Vita Abba

Chief Vita Abba, former Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Enugu State, said he served the party well as…
Kogi West senatorial aspirant, Christopher Oni

Why I want to run for Kogi West Senatorial seat – Oni

Christopher Oni said as a grassroots politician, he is familiar with the people, their challenges and he will harmonise his…
Gov. Wike insulted his way to power - Babangida

A day of reckoning awaits Umahi, others: Wike

The Governor of Rivers State Nyesom Wike said a day of reckoning awaits Gov. David Umahi and all those who…
Gunmen abduct Islamic cleric, Alfa Fasasi Ola Mejabi, younger brother along Lokoja/ Obajana/ Kabba road of Kogi State

Kogi: Gunmen attack police station, kill 3 officers

Kogi Police Command Public Relations Officer, SP. William Ayah, confirmed the attack in a statement issued in Lokoja on Saturday…
Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi

How Alaafin predicted his death and faced it boldly

The Alaafin seemed to be a cat with nine lives. His death had been rumoured many times in the past.…
NSA Babagana Monguno

Monguno denies accusing El-Rufai of divulging security information

"These reports are verifiably false, sensational and misleading", Monguno said, according to a statement released by Zakari Usman Head, Strategic…
Chrisland School and mother of a 10-year-old Chrisland School pupil allegedly raped

Sex tape: Lagos govt reopens Chrisland Schools

The Lagos State Government has ordered the reopening of all Chrisland Schools shut down over the involvement of some students…
One of the victims of the bomb blast in Taraba

9 people injured in fresh bombing in Taraba

The latest bombing occurred on Friday night, with nine people reportedly injured.
Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu approves increment of 100 per cent on bursary payable to students of Lagos State origin in tertiary institutions

Sanwo-Olu tells ambitious appointees to quit immediately

According to the circular, all appointees and civil servants eyeing elective offices and aiming to participate in party primaries as…