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2027: Makinde still consulting, yet to pick preferred candidate – CPS

Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde is yet to pick his preferred candidate ahead of the 2027 gubernatorial election, contrary to insinuations. His Chief Press Secretary, who doubles as the Special Adviser on Media, Dr Sulaimon Olanrewaju made this declaration while speaking with Newsmen Thursday morning. Newsmen reports that rumour surfaced yesterday night that the…

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Gunmen Kill Five in Fresh Plateau Attack

Anger and fear have gripped Nding Susut community in Fan District, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State after gunmen stormed the area Tuesday night, killing five people, including an entire family. The attack occurred at about 9 pm, leaving residents shaken and renewing concerns over recurring violence in parts of Plateau State. Some…

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Court Stops NBC from Sanctioning TV, Radio Stations

The Federal High Court in Lagos has restrained the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) from sanctioning broadcast stations and presenters over the expression of personal opinions, alleged intimidation of guests, or failure to maintain neutrality. Newsmen understands that Justice Daniel Osiagor granted the interim injunction on Monday following an ex parte application filed by the Socio-Economic…

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Oyo Govt. Reaffirms Commitment to Youth Dev., Empowerment

The Oyo State Government has reiterated its unwavering commitment to the growth, empowerment, and welfare of youths across the state. This assurance was given by the Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Hon. Wasilat Adegoke, while receiving delegates from the Nigeria Correctional Service, Agodi Custodial Centre, on Tuesday in her office. She reaffirmed the commitment…

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Makinde Emerges PDP Governors’ Forum Chairman

The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors’ Forum. Newsmen reports that the forum, in a statement, congratulated Makinde on his emergence, describing his appointment as a recognition of his consistent leadership, commitment to democratic governance and contributions to national development. It…

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NCoS Sanctions 147 Officers over Prison Contraband

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has sanctioned no fewer than 147 personnel for various acts of misconduct, including complicity in contraband trafficking within custodial centres. The Controller-General of Corrections, Sylvester Nwakuche, disclosed this on Tuesday, May 5, in Abuja, reiterating the agency’s commitment to sanitising the system. In a related development, the service destroyed a…

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