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105 stories this month
- Politics
BREAKING: Another Kwara Lawmaker, Odetundun, Resigns From APC
Another Kwara State House of Assembly member, Olushola Odetundun, has resigned from the APC, coming shortly after Saba Gideon also quit the ruling party.
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- Interviews
Nwankwo: State Police Should Not Be Rushed Ahead of 2027 Elections
PLAC Executive Director Clement Nwankwo urges the 10th National Assembly to prioritise the Special Seats Bill and cautions against rushing state police ahead of the 2027 elections.
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- Politics
Kwara Assembly Member, Saba Gideon, Quits APC Over Internal Democracy Concerns
Kwara State House of Assembly member representing Edu State Constituency, Saba Gideon, has resigned from the APC, citing concerns over internal democracy, fairness and inclusiveness.
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- Education
FUHS Ila-Orangun Opens Applications for Registrar Position
The Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila-Orangun, Osun State, has invited applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Registrar, with the vacancy taking effect from January 27, 2027.
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- Politics
Lawal Olanrewaju Dismisses Rumours of Defection, Reaffirms Commitment to APC
APC 2026 Kwara Assembly aspirant Lawal Olanrewaju David has dismissed rumours of defection, reaffirming his loyalty to the party and its leadership.
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Kwara Poly Rector Urges Muslim Community to Uphold Peace, Tolerance at Maulud
Kwara State Polytechnic Rector, Engr. Dr. Abdul Jimoh Mohammed, has urged the institution’s Muslim community to uphold peace, tolerance, justice and compassion in the spirit of Maulud Nabbiy.
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- Politics
Oloriegbe Raises Alarm Over Ex-Governors’ Move to Senate
Former Kwara Central Senator Ibrahim Oloriegbe has questioned the effectiveness of former governors in the Senate, alleging that some use the position as a retirement destination and protection against possible probes.
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- Entertainment
Lagos Mourns Veteran Actor Ogogo
Lagos State Government has mourned veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, describing his death as a major loss to Nigeria’s creative and cultural industry.
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- Entertainment
Veteran Actor Taiwo Hassan Ogogo Reportedly Dies
Veteran Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Alhaji Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, has reportedly passed away, with the news said to have been disclosed by his daughter, Kira.
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- Crime & Security
Kwara Police Launch Campaign Against Political, Digital Thuggery on International Youth Day
The Kwara State Police Command has launched a campaign against political and digital thuggery, urging youths to reject manipulation and use their influence positively to promote safer communities.
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- Crime & Security
Tinubu Orders Arrest of Fake Agency Promoter, Suspends Three Permanent Secretaries
President Bola Tinubu has ordered the arrest of Prince George Buchi Nwabueze and suspended three permanent secretaries after the ICPC uncovered another alleged fake government agency within the SGF office.
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- Entertainment
Elegbeje Ado: Family Announces Final Burial Plans for Veteran Yoruba Actor
Family of veteran Yoruba actor Taiwo Adeshina, popularly known as Elegbeje Ado, has announced August 20 and 21 for activities marking his final burial.
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- Metro
Abuja Demolition: Businesses, Residents Count Losses as Wike Moves Against Flood Channels
Businesses and residents in Maitama, Abuja, are counting their losses following an FCT demolition exercise targeting structures accused of obstructing waterways.
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Tinubu Appoints Enitan as New Head of Nigeria’s Civil Service
President Bola Tinubu has appointed veteran Permanent Secretary Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan as the new Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, effective August 27, 2026.
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- Education
Tinubu Orders EFCC Cash Recoveries, Dormant Funds To Boost NELFUND
President Bola Tinubu has approved the transfer of EFCC cash recoveries and certain unclaimed funds to NELFUND as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s student loan programme.
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- Kwara News
Kwara Tops Northern Nigeria in Teachers’ Professional Exam With 93.8% Pass Rate
Kwara State has emerged as the top-performing state in Northern Nigeria in the TRCN Professional Qualifying Examination, recording a 93.8 per cent pass rate.
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- Economy
FG Explains How N15.8trn Subsidy Savings Were Used — Oyedele
Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele says N15.8 trillion generated from fuel subsidy removal and foreign exchange reforms was deployed to wages, pensions, infrastructure, student loans, social transfers, agriculture and other government priorities.
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Ogun Declares Thursday Public Holiday for Traditional Worshippers Day
Ogun State has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a public holiday to commemorate Isese Day, reaffirming its commitment to Yoruba culture and traditional values.
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- Business
OPay Deploys AI, Data Analytics to Strengthen Fraud Prevention
OPay says it is using artificial intelligence, big-data analytics and real-time transaction monitoring to detect and prevent fraud as Nigeria’s digital payments ecosystem continues to expand.
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- World
South Africa Denies Stopping Visas for Nigerians Amid Anti-migrant Tension
South Africa’s Consulate in Lagos has denied reports that it stopped issuing visas to Nigerians over anti-migrant protests, saying qualified applicants will continue to be processed
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- World
US Tightens Green Card Checks: What Nigerians Applying Should Know
Nigerians seeking U.S. permanent residency through adjustment of status will face stricter financial scrutiny from September 18, 2026, under updated USCIS public-charge guidance.
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- World
Iran Warns Gulf States: Aiding US Military Equals Joining the War
Iran's armed forces chief Ali Abdollahi cautioned Gulf nations on Wednesday that any support for US forces would be treated as direct participation in the ongoing Iran-US war.
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- Health
Congo's Deadliest Ebola Outbreak: Over 5,000 Cases Confirmed Amid Global Aid Efforts
Over 5,000 Ebola cases have been confirmed in the Democratic Republic of Congo, marking the deadliest outbreak in the nation's history.
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- Kwara News
Ifelodun LG Signs MoU for Modern Motor Park in Amoyo
Ifelodun Local Government has signed an MoU with P & A Contract Limited for a modern motor park in Amoyo as part of plans to revive Ifelodun Travelers and improve transportation.
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