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…
The Ede Descendants Union, EDU, has officially reappointed renowned cultural ambassador and CEO of Aafin Ilu, Prince Adewale Laoye, as Chairman of the 2026 Aji La’La Oso Festival Planning Committee. The appointment, conveyed in an official letter dated April 15, 2026 and signed by the Secretary of the Union, Mr. Yisa Oyekanmi, comes on the…
Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has said he will not make promises of constant electricity supply but will work toward clear improvement in the sector. Newsmen reports that he made this known during his screening before senators on Wednesday, where he explained his plans for the power sector if confirmed for the role. Tegbe…
The Federal Government has barred recipients of honorary degrees from adding “Dr” to their names. The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa announced the development at a media briefing at Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Wednesday. He said the decision was taken at the Federal Executive Council meeting, which held on April 30. Alausa said the policy…
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…
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…
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…
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…
No fewer than two persons have been confirmed dead after a powerful rainstorm swept through the Dokan Mai-Jama’a community in the Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The storm also destroyed more than 50 houses and displaced many residents, leaving several families without shelter. According to Channels Television, the Village Head of Dokan Mai-Jama’a,…
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…