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Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim: Between senate and ambassadorial role

By Yemi Akintomide The Distinguished Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, CFR representing Ondo South has been doing a great diplomatic assignments and relations for our dear country since he resumed as a member of the 10th Senate as Chairman of Senate Committee on Inter-parliamentary Affairs Worldwide, combining the special job with his constituents needs and developmental assignments.Continue reading "Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim: Between senate and ambassadorial role"

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Food insecurity: Don calls for adequate storage, processing facilities

By Aderemi Bamgbose Prof. Foluso Adetuyi of the Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH) has charged the Federal Government to establish adequate modern storage and processing facilities for post harvest of agricultural produce.Adetuyi, a professor of Food and Post Harvest Biochemistry and the university’s Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academics), gave the charge in aContinue reading "Food insecurity: Don calls for adequate storage, processing facilities"

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Ogun NMA calls for implementation of universal CONMESS salary structure

By Joy AkinsanyaThe Ogun State Chapter of Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), has called on the state government to improve their salary structure by implementing a universal Consolidated Salary Structure (CONMESS) across all healthcare sector.Dr, Luqman Ogunjimi, the NMA Chairman, made the call in a press briefing heralding the 2024 Physicians Week/Scientific Conference on Tuesday inContinue reading "Ogun NMA calls for implementation of universal CONMESS salary structure"

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Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim to deliver FUTA Foundation Day Lecture

By Ogungbemi Adeyemi OrimisanBillionaire Business Magnate and Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria representating Ondo South at the Red Chamber of the National Assembly will on Tuesday, Aug 20 deliver the 2024 Foundation Day Lecture of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), founded 43 years ago (1981).The Oxford trained mega project expert willContinue reading "Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim to deliver FUTA Foundation Day Lecture"

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Akeredolu writes Jimoh Ibrahim over road maintenance request

…. says Senator's dedication to serving the people of Ondo State, truly commendableGov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State, has applauded and commended the Senator representing Ondo South Senatorial District atthe National Assembly, Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim, CFR over the unprecedented landmark achievements in the Senate.Akeredolu, while approving construction of four roads to be repaired by theContinue reading "Akeredolu writes Jimoh Ibrahim over road maintenance request"

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Jimoh Ibrahim notifies Senate of invitation to World Bank/IMF anxiliary meetings in Morocco

By Aderemi Bamgbose Sen. Jimoh Ibrahim, representing Ondo South Senatorial District at the National Assembly, will, from Oct. 9 to Oct.15, attend the ancillary meetings of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) in Marrakech, Morocco.Consequently, he has notified the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, of his invitation to the meetings of the two worldContinue reading "Jimoh Ibrahim notifies Senate of invitation to World Bank/IMF anxiliary meetings in Morocco"

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FG re-opens Idiroko, three other land borders

The Federal Government on Friday approved the reopening of four additional land borders shut in August 2019 as part of efforts to curtail smuggling and boost local production of rice.A circular released by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), signed by Deputy Comptroller-General E. I. Edorhe, on behalf of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Hameed Ali. HeContinue reading "FG re-opens Idiroko, three other land borders"

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Fayose’s favorite, Kolawole becomes Ekiti PDP Guber candidate

Bisi Kolawole has emerged the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the June 18 governorship election in Ekiti state.Kolawole, a former chairman of the PDP in Ekiti, edged out Segun Oni, an ex-governor, and Kolapo Olusola-Eleka, a former deputy governor of the state.The primary election took place in Ado-Ekiti on Wednesday.Kolawole had resignedContinue reading "Fayose’s favorite, Kolawole becomes Ekiti PDP Guber candidate"

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FG’s planned fuel subsidy removal, election strategy says NBA.

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) says the All Progressives Congress (APC) ed Federal Government suspended the planned petrol subsidy removal because of the forthcoming 2023 elections.The President of NBA, Olumide Akpata, made this known on Monday while speaking as a guest on Channels Television’s ‘Politics Today’ programmeIt was earlier reported that a former Head ofContinue reading "FG’s planned fuel subsidy removal, election strategy says NBA."

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Breaking: Nigeria beat Sudan 3-1 to reach AFCON round of 16.

Nigeria defeated Sudan 3-1 in their AFCON 2021 encounter at the Stade Roumdé Adjia in Garoua, Cameroon, on Saturday.The victory assures the Super Eagles of a place in the Round of 16.With the victory, the Super Eagles won their opening two matches at an Africa Cup of Nations in consecutive tournaments for the very firstContinue reading "Breaking: Nigeria beat Sudan 3-1 to reach AFCON round of 16."

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APC Crisis: Twist as Tinubu, Fayemi agree to work together.

As the 2023 politicking gathers momentum, the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, have resolved to work together to address the lingering crisis rocking the party.The two top leaders of the party, who are nursing presidential ambition, made the resolution during aContinue reading "APC Crisis: Twist as Tinubu, Fayemi agree to work together."

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Breaking: Ondo workers ll smile at Xmas – Akeredolu

Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has promised to make workers of the state happy during the yuletide. He made this promise on Tuesday in Akure contrary to the notion of the opposition that workers should be ready for hard time as there was no plan for salary.Details later.

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Breaking: NFF sacks Rohr, appoints Eguavoen as interim coach

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has sacked Gernot Rohr, the Super Eagles Technical Adviser.NFF confirmed the development on its website on Sunday night.NFF, however, aappointed Augustine Eguavoen as the interim coach of the three-time African champions.More details later

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Prepare for delay in December salaries, FG warn civil servants.

The Federal Government has advised civil servants to exercise caution in spending their November salary because of the possible delay in the payment of their remuneration for December.The Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Dr Folasade Yemi-Esan issued the advisory circular on Wednesday in Abuja.She said workers should make provisions for Christmas celebration fromContinue reading "Prepare for delay in December salaries, FG warn civil servants."

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Senator Melaye reacts to tribunals ruling against his election

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FBI agents reportedly in Nigeria working with informants and interpol

A social media user has claimed that FBI Agents are currently in Nigeria and working with informants and Interpol extradition team. A twitter user has made an announcement that will make all criminals especially the Yahoo boys in Nigeria to be on their toes as they fear being caught in the act. Following the recentContinue reading "FBI agents reportedly in Nigeria working with informants and interpol"

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Former APC governor stole N1 trillion says Ihedioha

Gov. Emeka Ihedioha of Imo State has accused his predecessor, Mr Rochas Okorocha of stealing N1trillion while in power. According to a statement on Friday issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Steve Osuji, available records show that in eight years, former Gov. Rocha Okorocha mismanaged about One Trillion Naira belonging to Imo State. “WeContinue reading "Former APC governor stole N1 trillion says Ihedioha"

We ‘ll draw FG’s, agencies, attention to end Aiyetoro ocean surge – Faduyile

Prof. Dayo Faduyile, the Senator representing Ondo South Senatorial District, has drawn the attention of stakeholders to the challenge of the people of Aiyetoro in Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State with a charge for all the concerned stakeholders to see the need for a cohesive effort towards reclaiming Ayetoro from being submerged byContinue reading "We ‘ll draw FG’s, agencies, attention to end Aiyetoro ocean surge – Faduyile"

Produce quality health workers, to achieve health coverage scheme – Faduyile tasks medical experts

Distinguished Senator, Dayo Faduyile, OON, has described quality medical education as a pillar for achieving Universal Health Coverage, calling on Nigerian ivory towers to produce quality health workers to achieve the health coverage scheme. Faduyile made this known at the 9th Prof. Felix Oladejo Dosekun Memorial Lecture of the College of Medicine, University of Lagos.Continue reading "Produce quality health workers, to achieve health coverage scheme – Faduyile tasks medical experts"

Why Sen. Faduyile’s gesture deserves appreciation

By Ilemobayo Odunjo A few days ago, Ondo South Senator, Prof. Dayo Faduyile empowered over 300 constituents with information Technology (IT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills, along with practical training on how to turn those skills into income. Since then, I have heard a range of reactions. Many of the trainees have taken to theContinue reading "Why Sen. Faduyile’s gesture deserves appreciation"

MATO on the list, opposition in Dilemma: The Supreme Court judgement and politics of speculation

...Ondo South deserves a contest of ideas, credible records and practical solutions, not a political conversation trapped in speculation about a court judgment When a political camp begins to build its argument around a court judgment rather than its own agenda, a fundamental question arises: where are the ideas, the records and the alternative visionContinue reading "MATO on the list, opposition in Dilemma: The Supreme Court judgement and politics of speculation"

Traditional ruler, chiefs mourn colleague killed by accidental discharge in Ondo

Oba Michael Babatunde-Ayeyowa, the Lumure of Ayeka Kingdom in Okitipupa, Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, has expressed sadness over the death of one of his chiefs who was accidentally killed during a funeral rite of another chief. The unfortunate incident happened during the funeral rite organised on Tuesday for late Chief Omosuyi Obolo,Continue reading "Traditional ruler, chiefs mourn colleague killed by accidental discharge in Ondo"

BBNaija: Temi Nkem gets N90m, SUV, others

Big Brother Nigeria (BBNaija) Season 11 winner, Temitope Chigbue, known as Temi Nkem, has officially received her prizes comprising N90 million in cash, an SUV valued at N60 million, and other prizes following her victory on Sunday, October 4, 2026. The Show Ya Sef season officially premiered Sunday, July 26 and ended after 70 daysContinue reading "BBNaija: Temi Nkem gets N90m, SUV, others"

Lawmaker ‌‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‍⁠‍‍‍⁠‌mourns NAF crash victims, advocates stricter aviation safety standards

Sen. Nicholas Tofowomo, former senator who represented Ondo South, has expressed deep sadness over the tragic Nigeria Air Force (NAF) aircraft crash in Ondo State. The NAF 931 carrying 25 personnel, on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos on Monday crashed near Nigeria Navy Base in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area. Tofowomo, who servedContinue reading "Lawmaker ‌‌⁠‍‍⁠⁠‍⁠‍‍‍⁠‌mourns NAF crash victims, advocates stricter aviation safety standards"

Sustained investment in education, skills development, health critical for citizens’ well-being – Don

A Professor of Economics, Evans Osabuohien at Covenant University, Ota, has called on the Federal Government to sustain its investment in education, health and skills development, to improve the well-being and productivity of the citizens. Osabuohien, made the call during the 2026 International Conference at Bells University of Technology, on Thursday in Ota. The three-dayContinue reading "Sustained investment in education, skills development, health critical for citizens’ well-being – Don"

Faduyile assures NCS of legislative collaboration, support for cancer awareness, advocacy

Distinguished Senator. Prof. Dayo Faduyile, OON has assured Nigerian Cancer Society (NCS) of the mutual collaboration of his office on the push for awareness and advocacy on cancer challenges in Nigeria. Faduyile,a Professor of Pathology and Forensic Medicine gave this indication while hosting the executives of NCS on Wednesday at the National Assembly Complex, Abuja.Continue reading "Faduyile assures NCS of legislative collaboration, support for cancer awareness, advocacy"

NAF releases names of 25 personnel, on ill-fated aircraft crashed in Ondo

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has released the names of the 25 personnel who lost their lives when its aircraft, marked NAF 931, plunged into the swamps on Monday in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State In a statement on Tuesday, the Director of Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame,Continue reading "NAF releases names of 25 personnel, on ill-fated aircraft crashed in Ondo"