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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has cautioned against attempts to create tension among residents of Tongegi Island and other communities over ongoing oil exploration in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area, stressing that the exercise is being handled exclusively by the Federal Government. The governor spoke on Tuesday while commissioning the Abeokuta–Obalende and Osinubi New…
The Ogun State Government has formally transferred ownership of the 21-year-old Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) to the Federal Government, marking a major shift in the institution’s history. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the transfer was signed by Governor Dapo Abiodun on behalf of the Ogun State Government and the Minister of State…
Veteran Nollywood actress Bimbo Akintola has spoken candidly about why she does not live as extravagantly as some of her colleagues, attributing her stance to what she described as the tough financial realities of Nigeria’s film industry. In a recent interview, Akintola dismissed the idea that acting alone can make many actresses wealthy, noting that…
African football was thrown into uncertainty on Sunday after South Africa announced it will host the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), replacing Morocco just weeks before the tournament is due to begin. South Africa’s Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Peace Mabe, confirmed the decision during a national television broadcast, saying the…
A fresh debate has started in Ijebuland as residents, traditional leaders and civil groups raise concerns about how the process to select a new Awujale is being handled. The Awujale throne is one of the most respected traditional stools in Yorubaland. It is not only a ceremonial position but also an important cultural, historical and…
Eedris Abdulkareem Enters Fela–Wizkid Debate with New Song The ongoing comparison between Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti and contemporary global star Wizkid has continued to dominate social media and entertainment discussions, drawing reactions from fans, critics and industry stakeholders. The debate, which began online, focuses on influence, cultural impact and whether Wizkid’s international success places him…
The Fusengbuwa Ruling House has explained why it first fixed the price of the application form for the Awujale of Ijebuland throne at ₦10 million. The family said the decision was made after internal discussions and was meant to be fair to all qualified family members. The Olori Ebi of the ruling house, Otunba Lateef…
The traditional ruler of Iwoye-Ketu in Imeko-Afon Local Government Area of Ogun State, Oba Isaac Oyero, has raised concerns over what he described as a grossly inadequate security presence in the border community, warning that the situation has made it difficult to curb criminal activities in the area and its environs. The monarch said the…
Forty Suspects Detained Over Alleged Coup Plot Against Tinubu’s Government Nigerian security agencies have detained 40 suspects over an alleged plot to violently overthrow the democratically elected government of President Bola Tinubu. Those arrested include senior military officers across the armed forces, a police officer, and civilians allegedly involved in reconnaissance, funding, and propaganda activities.…
Why Procedural Abuse, Cultural Shortcuts, and Power Brokerage Now Threaten the Stability of the Awujale Stool This matter has moved beyond confusion or disagreement. What is unfolding in Ijebuland reflects a deliberate and sustained distortion of established tradition, driven by urgency, private ambition, and procedural recklessness. The cumulative effect is a succession process so compromised…
