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Nigeria records increased agricultural output, lower food prices — Kyari

Nigeria records increased agricultural output, lower food prices — Kyari The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security says the nation has reported significant achievements in improving food security, boosting agricultural productivity, and supporting farmers across Nigeria under the administration of President Bola Tinubu. Speaking at a stakeholders’ engagemen...

Ekiti APC taps former Governor Segun Oni to unite party after primary elections

Ekiti APC taps former Governor Segun Oni to unite party after primary elections The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ekiti State has constituted a high-level Reconciliation Committee headed by former Governor Segun Oni to address grievances arising from the party’s recently concluded primary elections and strengthen unity ahead of the 2026 governorship poll. The committee, ...

‘Arbitrary measures’: Lula slams US ‘terror’ designation for Brazil gangs

‘Arbitrary measures’: Lula slams US ‘terror’ designation for Brazil gangs The president of Brazil, left-wing leader Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, has denounced a decision by the United States to designate two of the South American country’s criminal networks as “terrorists”, warning that the label could be a “setback” for local law enforcement efforts. The condemna...

Jamaica plot revenge against Eagles in Unity Cup clash

Jamaica plot revenge against Eagles in Unity Cup clash By Tosin Omojola Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz are confident they have what it takes to defeat Nigeria’s Super Eagles when both teams clash in the final of the 2026 Unity Cup on Saturday in England. The Reggae Boyz secured their place in the final with a 2-0 victory over India on Wednesday, while Nigeri...

Who cares about structure? — by Demola Olanrewaju

Who cares about structure? — by Demola Olanrewaju Seeing reactions to the NDC candidacy processes, I have thoughts but I must first confess regrets on Aisha Yesufu failing to clinch the FCT ticket. Politics aside, I saw secondhand her devotion when she served as Deputy Chair of the ADC membership process. Chairman Kashim Imam had only good things t...

Abducted vice principal begs Tinubu, Makinde to negotiate with kidnappers

Abducted vice principal begs Tinubu, Makinde to negotiate with kidnappers By Adejayan Gbenga The abducted vice principal of Community Grammar School, Ahoro-Esinele in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, Folawe Alamu, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu, Governor Seyi Makinde and other Nigerians to negotiate with her abductors to secure the release of kidnapped vi...

Abiodun mourns as APC South-West Women Leader dies

Abiodun mourns as APC South-West Women Leader dies Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has expressed shock and sadness over the death of the All Progressives Congress (APC) South-West Zonal Woman Leader, Arabinrin Yetunde Shakirat Adesanya, describing her demise as a huge loss to the party and the nation. Adesanya reportedly passed away on Thu...

Ex-Oluyole LG boss Olaosebikan celebrates Tinubu's aide Dare at 60

Ex-Oluyole LG boss Olaosebikan celebrates Tinubu’s aide Dare at 60 By Adejayan Gbenga Former Chairman of Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo State, Kehinde Olaosebikan, has celebrated former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Chief Sunday Dare, on the occasion of his 60th birthday anniversary. In a heartfelt tribute released on Friday, Olaosebikan described...

Makinde appoints Fasina as Oyo Head of Service

Makinde appoints Fasina as Oyo Head of Service By Adejayan Gbenga Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has appointed Mrs. Adenike Ayobami Fasina as the new Head of the State Civil and Public Service. Fasina succeeds Mrs. Olubunmi Olufunke Oni, who recently retired from service. The appointment was announced on Friday in a statement made available b...

Reforms help boost state revenues, reduce borrowing – Gov Abdulrazaq

Reforms help boost state revenues, reduce borrowing – Gov Abdulrazaq Kwara State Governor and Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, says the removal of fuel subsidy has significantly improved the financial position of states, boosting revenues and reducing dependence on borrowing. He stated this on Friday while speaking in his capa...