Sokoto boat mishap claims over 150 suspected bandits
No fewer than 150 suspected bandits have reportedly drowned after a boat conveying them capsized in the Sabon Gida area of Sokoto State on Saturday evening. According to local sources,…
Taye Currency vs Bamidele Adeyanju (Agbaletu): The 7-Day Ultimatum!
By: Afolabi Yusuff, JP, MINCSD This so called 7 Days Challenge raises more concerns about the approach than the issue itself. Serious allegations should never be turned into public spectacles…
JUST IN: Dangote raises petrol price fifth time in March to N1,275/litre
Barely hours after increasing its gantry price for the fourth time in the month of March, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has again raised its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit…
Makinde Celebrates Sallah with Soldiers at Igbeti, calls for better welfare
By Sulaimon Sheriff, Oyo State Governor, ‘ Seyi Makinde, has said that given the sacrifices made by men and women in uniform, their welfare should be prioritised. The governor made…
FULL LIST: Eight countries offering cash incentives to attract new residents
As many countries grapple with ageing populations and shrinking rural communities, governments and local authorities are increasingly introducing incentives to attract new residents and stimulate economic activity. From financial grants…
2027: Olubadan cautions politicians against religious politics
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, on Friday, cautioned politicians, irrespective of their political affiliation, against exploiting religion as a tool for electoral advantage. Speaking with journalists at his…
Court Bars Kemi Akala from selling Ex-Governor’s properties
An Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan has restrained Chief Oluwakemi Alao-Akala, from selling, disposing of, or entering into any form of transaction involving properties belonging to the late…
Eid el Fitri: ‘Pray for the leadership of Oyo State and Nigeria’, Makinde felicitates Muslims
By Rahman Taofeeq, As the 2026 Ramadan season comes to a close, Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has felicitated Muslims in Oyo State and across Nigeria. Governor Makinde lauded them…
Sokoto cleric, followers observe Eid against Sultan’s directive
A Sokoto-based Islamic scholar, Sheikh Musa Lukuwa, on Thursday led his followers in observing Eid al-Fitr prayers in defiance of a directive issued by Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, who…
SAD: Man loses 4 sons to Maiduguri explosions
A man lost four sons to the Monday multiple explosions that rocked Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, Daily Trust learnt yesterday. The blasts, which occurred at the gate of the…