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Members of the Ondo State House of Assembly seeking the removal of Speaker Olamide Oladiji have rejected peace overtures from Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, insisting on a change in legislative leadership. The assembly’s spokesperson, Olatunji Fabiyi, told journalists on Monday that Mr Aiyedatiwa had been attempting to persuade lawmakers to withdraw their support for the impeachment…
The ongoing paternity controversy surrounding Fuji music icon Wasiu “Kwam 1” Ayinde has renewed public interest in his past remarks about his relationships and family life. The controversy erupted after a woman, Ogechi Eleana, claimed the singer fathered and abandoned her 12-year-old daughter, Azizat. Kwam 1 later responded during a public appearance without directly addressing…
The leadership crisis rocking the Ondo State House of Assembly deepened on Monday as lawmakers declared that plenary sessions would remain suspended until Speaker Olamide Oladiji resigns over allegations surrounding the handling of N44 million released by the Ondo State Oil-Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC). The decision effectively stalls legislative activities in the House, after…
Three bills including a bill for a law to establish the vehicle inspection services and for connected purposes, another meant for the establishment of the State judicial institute law, to serve as a centre for the professional training of staff of the State Judiciary and for related matters as well as a bill to amend…
Nigerian Afrobeats star, Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has reinforced the growing global appeal of Nigerian music with a headline performance at the 2026 TribeVille Festival Deluxe in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. The annual festival, held on 24 July at the Armoury, celebrates Black music, culture and artistic expression, bringing together artistes from Africa,…
Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr Wasiu Olanrewaju-Smart as Special Adviser on National Assembly Matters (House of Representatives). This is contained in a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, on Sunday in Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria NAN reports that Olanrewaju-Smart replaced Ibrahim Olanrewaju who had resigned from the position…
Fuji music icon Wasiu “Kwam 1” Ayinde has responded to public allegations that he fathered and subsequently abandoned a 12-year-old girl, Azizat. The singer addressed the matter while performing at the 10th coronation anniversary of the Onikate of Ikate, Lateef Adams. A video capturing his comments was shared with PREMIUM TIMES on Saturday by his…
Nigerian singer, Oladapo Oyebanjo, popularly known as D’banj, has become the first Nigerian artist to ring the closing bell at the London Stock Exchange. D’banj, who disclosed this in a post on his verified X handle on Friday, participated in the ceremony as part of activities marking the 125th anniversary of the Royal African Society…
The Lagos State Government has sealed more than 20 properties in Ikeja Local Government Area over alleged violations of physical planning laws. The enforcement exercise was carried out by the Lagos State Physical Planning Permit Authority (LASPPPA) as part of the government’s efforts to curb illegal developments and enforce compliance with planning regulations. The affected…
The Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee (LPPC) has approved the elevation of 68 legal practitioners to the prestigious rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN). The decision was taken at the committee’s 174th Plenary Session held on Thursday, July 23, 2026, under the chairmanship of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun. READ ALSO: 6,010…
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