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Oyo Group To Adekanbi: Your Defence of Makinde’s Anti-People Policies Is Cruel, Hypocritical

5Sep

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Oyo Group To Adekanbi: Your Defence of Makinde’s Anti-People Policies Is Cruel, Hypocritical

The Oyo Rising Citizens Forum (ORCF) has strongly condemned the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) governorship candidate, Hon. Bimbo Adekanbi, for his defence of Governor Seyi Makinde’s "anti-people" policies. In a press statement signed by Aderemi Adebisi and Owolabi Salam, the civil society group described Adekanbi's dramatic defence of the governor's actions as both cruel and hypocritical, accusing the politician of enabling policies that have brought untold hardship to the citizens of Oyo State. The group took aim at Adekanbi’s attempts to align himself with ordinary citizens by claiming his own land was affected by the ongoing Ibadan Circular Road demolitions. The forum questioned how Adekanbi, a man who has served in government before and has continuously benefited from the sta...

Alaafin Owoade: Time To Shed Imperial Dreams For Oyo’s Revival By Alaba Abdulrazak

18Jan

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Alaafin Owoade: Time To Shed Imperial Dreams For Oyo’s Revival By Alaba Abdulrazak

Once upon a time, Old Oyo stood as the unassailable colossus of Yorubaland, its influence rippling across vast territories like a thunderclap echoing through the savanna. From the 17th to the early 19th century, the Alaafin wielded power that shaped empires, commanding armies, tribute, and fealty from lesser kingdoms. Yet, hubris and internal strife felled this giant, much like the Mongol Empire under Genghis Khan, which sprawled from the Pacific to the Caspian before fragmenting into warring khanates; the Roman Empire, whose overreach crumbled under barbarian incursions and decadent emperors; or the Ottoman behemoth, eroded by nationalist uprisings and European machinations until it vanished after World War I. Great powers rise and recede, history's inexorable tide spares no one. E...

Security Forces Have Arrested Top Ansaru Terrorist Leaders, Says NSA

17Aug

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Security Forces Have Arrested Top Ansaru Terrorist Leaders, Says NSA

The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, said on Saturday that security forces recorded a major breakthrough with the capture of two top leaders of the Ansaru terrorist group. Ribadu told newsmen in Abuja that the intelligence-led operation conducted between May and July decapitated the leadership of the Al-Qaeda-linked group and dealt “the most decisive blow against them.” He stated that the operation was conducted in collaboration with the armed forces, intelligence agencies, and other security stakeholders. Mr Ribadu added that the operation was launched against Ansaru enclaves in and around Kainji National Park, which straddles Niger and Kwara, with links extending into the Benin Republic. He identified one of the suspects as Mahmud Muhammad Usman (aka Abu Bara’a/Abbas/...

Awujale Of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, Dies At 91

13Jul

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Awujale Of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, Dies At 91

Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebuland and one of Nigeria’s longest-reigning traditional rulers, died Sunday at the age of 91, Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun announced. Oba Adetona ascended the throne on April 2, 1960, and reigned for more than 64 years, playing a pivotal role in the cultural and social development of Ijebuland and the Yoruba people. Born May 10, 1934, into the Royal House of Anikinaiya in Ijebu Ode, he was widely respected across Nigeria for his leadership and commitment to tradition. Governor Abiodun expressed deep sorrow over the monarch’s passing, noting the significance of the day, which also marked the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari. Details regarding the circumstances of the Awujale’s death have not been fully disclosed. Official...

Araba Of Ibadanland Calls For Patience, Praises Gov. Makinde’s Support For Isese Religion At 2025 Ifa Day Festival

2Jun

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Araba Of Ibadanland Calls For Patience, Praises Gov. Makinde’s Support For Isese Religion At 2025 Ifa Day Festival

The Araba and Oluisese of Ibadanland, Chief Ifalere Odegbemi Odegbola II, has urged adherents of Ifa to cultivate patience and perseverance as essential virtues for spiritual growth and a fulfilling life. Speaking at this year’s Ifa and Orisa festival organized by Odegbola Traditional Global Services, the Araba emphasized that Ifa teachings promote honesty, integrity, and justice, which foster harmonious relationships and social cohesion within the community. “The festival reminds us all of the need to maintain balance between the forces of heaven and earth, which leads to good health, wisdom, and overall well-being,” Odegbola said. The annual festival began Friday, May 30, 2025, with Osun and Egungun celebrations. Additional events include cleanliness and appeasement rituals ded...

Tinubu’s Administration Claims Undeniable Progress In Economic And Social Reforms

29May

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Tinubu’s Administration Claims Undeniable Progress In Economic And Social Reforms

President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday declared that his administration’s reform agenda is beginning to yield “undeniable progress” in both economic recovery and social cohesion. In his address marking two years in office, Tinubu said policies introduced since 2023 have “restored and reinvigorated” the national economy. “We are seeing the first fruits of our labor,” Tinubu said. “The economy is on a path to recovery and our social fabric is stronger than ever.” He cited improvements in key economic indicators and increased foreign investment as evidence of the reforms’ effectiveness. The president also pointed to government initiatives aimed at supporting small businesses and boosting local industries. Critics, however, have argued that many Nigerians are yet to feel the benefi...

Alao: Tinubu’s Nigeria First Policy Will Boost SMEs, Create Jobs, and Stimulate Economic Growth

7May

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Alao: Tinubu’s Nigeria First Policy Will Boost SMEs, Create Jobs, and Stimulate Economic Growth

Engineer Oyedele Hakeem Alao, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC in Oyo state and former governorship aspirant of the Party, has commended President Bola Tinubu for launching the “Nigeria First” policy, which prioritizes the use of locally made goods and services in all government procurement. Alao in a press release from his media office described the move as long overdue, noting that previous administrations failed to implement similar measures despite calls from stakeholders following the 2016 oil price crash. Alao stated that under this new policy, federal ministries, departments, and agencies are required to give preference to Nigerian products and expertise when spending public funds. "The policy bans the procurement of foreign goods or services already avail...

King Sunny Ade Speaks Exclusively To Sharpedgenews.com, Debunks Kidnap Rumors: “I Am Safe, Grateful For Nigerians’ Concern”

29Apr

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King Sunny Ade Speaks Exclusively To Sharpedgenews.com, Debunks Kidnap Rumors: “I Am Safe, Grateful For Nigerians’ Concern”

Legendary Juju musician, King Sunny Ade, has categorically denied rumors of his alleged kidnapping, assuring Nigerians and fans worldwide that he is safe, healthy, and still pursuing his music career. Speaking exclusively to Sharpedgenews.com via a phone call facilitated by his wife, Mrs. Bose Olubo Adegeye, King Sunny Ade (real name Sunday Adeniyi Adegeye) dismissed the widespread speculation about his safety. The rumors, which gained traction after social media posts by one of his daughters, had sparked anxiety among fans and the public. “Nobody kidnapped me. I pray, as I don’t want anybody to kidnap me. I believe the whole world is in love with me. This is me, King Sunny Ade,” the 78-year-old music icon stated. He further expressed gratitude for the outpouring of concern, s...

Adewoyin Assumes IPMAN Presidency, Calls For Healing And Collaboration Among Petroleum Marketers

23Apr

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Adewoyin Assumes IPMAN Presidency, Calls For Healing And Collaboration Among Petroleum Marketers

Chief Kolawole Adewoyin, the newly affirmed National President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), on Wednesday pledged sweeping reforms and renewed unity within the organization. Adewoyin who addressed members during a press conference at the hall of University of Ibadan Hotel, assured them that his administration would reposition IPMAN for improved performance and address longstanding challenges. “Today, I stand before you not only as the newly affirmed President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria, but also as a firm believer in the rule of law, due process and the strength of our democratic institutions.” “The Supreme Court of our great nation has spoken and, with that, justice has been served. I am humbled by this ...

Pensioners Condemn PTAD Over Unilateral Check-Off Dues Remittance Policy

10Apr

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Pensioners Condemn PTAD Over Unilateral Check-Off Dues Remittance Policy

Aggrieved pensioners have expressed strong dissatisfaction with the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) following its recent directive to streamline the payment and remittance of Check-Off Dues (COD) exclusively through the Federal Parastatals and Private Sector Pensioners Association of Nigeria (FEPPPAN). This decision, announced during a Stakeholders' Engagement meeting held on August 29, 2024, has raised concerns regarding transparency and inclusivity. The controversy stems from a letter issued by the Registrar of Trade Unions under the Federal Ministry of Labor and Productivity, dated July 17, 2024. The letter recognized only two pensioner unions—the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) and FEPPPAN—as eligible recipients of COD. PTAD informed stakeholders that...

Breaking News: Supreme Court Upholds Adewoyin As IPMAN Authentic National President

17Feb

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Breaking News: Supreme Court Upholds Adewoyin As IPMAN Authentic National President

The Supreme Court has upheld Chief (Dr), Kolawole Adewoyin as the authentic National President of the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN). The apex court, we gathered dismissed the appeal brought by Alhaji Engineer Sanusi Abdul-Fari, Alhaji Debo Ahmed and the Registered Trustees of Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN). It would be recalled that Adewoyin in 2023, filed a counter-affidavit in Appeal No. SC/CV/234/2023, in which he urged the court to dismiss the application filed by the appellants, on the ground that it is another attempt by the appellants to continue to elongate their tenure in office and seeking judicial backing to their act of illegality. He added that a copy of a Motion on Notice filed by the Appellants/Applic...

Deadly New Year Incident: Truck Slams Into Crowd In New Orleans, Killing At Least 10 In Apparent Attack

1Jan

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Deadly New Year Incident: Truck Slams Into Crowd In New Orleans, Killing At Least 10 In Apparent Attack

Ten people were killed and dozens injured early Wednesday when a man intentionally drove a pickup truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans' French Quarter, officials said. New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick said the man drove through barricades and hurtled down Bourbon Street in "very intentional behavior" before emerging to fire a gun at officers. "This man was trying to run over as many people as he could," said Kirkpatrick, adding that two police officers were hit by gunfire but were in a stable condition. Mayor LaToya Cantrell called a "terrorist attack," but an FBI official who spoke along with the officials Wednesday morning did not characterize it that way. The popular tourist district was full of New Year's Day revelers at the time. ...

INEC Declares APC’s Aiyedatiwa Winner Of Ondo Governorship Election

17Nov

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INEC Declares APC’s Aiyedatiwa Winner Of Ondo Governorship Election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Lucky Aiyedatiwa as the winner of the 2024 Ondo State governorship election. The State Returning Officer, Professor Olayemi Durotimi Akinwunmi of the Federal University Lokoja, announced Aiyedatiwa as the winner of the election at about 2:30 pm on Sunday. Incumbent governor Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) secured 366,781 votes to defeat his closest rival, Agboola Ajayi of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Ajayi polled 117,845 votes to come second. The APC made a clean sweep in the election, winning all 18 local government areas. The 18 LGAs are Ifedore, Ondo East, Ileoluji Oke-Igbo, Idanre, Irele, Akoko South West, Owo, Ondo West, Akoko South East, Akoko North West, Ose, Akoko North East, ...

Ondo Governorship Poll: APC Is Leading In 13 LGAs Out Of 18

17Nov

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Ondo Governorship Poll: APC Is Leading In 13 LGAs Out Of 18

After the collation of results from 13 LGAs, All Progressives Congress, APC, is leading comfortably in 13 Local Government Areas of Ondo State. The party, whose candidate is Lucky Aiyedatiwa has 226,882, while Labour Party, LP has 404. The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, on the other hand has 63,105, while Zenith Labour Party has 2312. Results are still being compiled from five more Local Government Areas of the State.

2Oct

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President Tinubu Goes On Annual Leave

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja today for the United Kingdom to begin a two-week vacation, part of his yearly leave. He will use the two weeks as a working vacation and a retreat to reflect on his administration's economic reforms. He will return to the country after the leave expires.

Police Fire Teargas At Protesters In Abuja

1Oct

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Police Fire Teargas At Protesters In Abuja

Police officers used teargas on a group of protesters in the Utako market area of Abuja — Nigeria’s capital city. The protesters had gathered at the busy market on Tuesday morning, to deliberate on the day’s proceedings, when they were met with teargas fumes from the police. Damilare Adenola, director of mobilisation of Take It Back Movement, told journalists that the protesters will regroup and continue the demonstration. The protest is organised by some civil society organisations (CSOs) under the aegis of the #EndBadGovernance movement. The marches kicked off in Lagos and Abuja on October 1. The organisers said the protest aims to address grievances arising from the hike in fuel price, rising food costs, and the impact of inflation on the livelihoods of ordinary Nigerian...

Bobrisky: NCoS, EFCC Deny Any Wrong Doing

1Oct

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Bobrisky: NCoS, EFCC Deny Any Wrong Doing

The Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, NCoS, Haliru Nabana has said that Mr Idris Okuneye, a cross-dresser popularly known as Bobrisky, served his jail term in a correctional facility in Lagos state. Nababa stated this while addressing the House of Representatives Committee investigating alleged bribery and misconduct against the NCS and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in Abuja on Monday. Recall that Bobrisky was convicted for mutilating the naira and was sentenced to six months in jail. NAN reports that Mr Vincent Otse, social media influencer and human rights activist known as Very Dark Man, VDM, published an audio recording which captured Bobrisky allegedly saying that he spent his jail term in a private apartment. The audio also c...

Nigeria @ 64: A Nation Grappling With Unfulfilled Potential By Alaba Abdulrazak

1Oct

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Nigeria @ 64: A Nation Grappling With Unfulfilled Potential By Alaba Abdulrazak

In 1960, when Nigeria became independent, the world community clearly stated that four nations would emerge to join the ranks of developed countries like USA and Japan. Those countries mentioned were China, Brazil, India, and Nigeria. Unfortunately, of these countries, only Nigeria has not emerged! The reason is simple—human resources! India, Brazil, and China have all made significant progress, but Nigeria till today is still grappling with unfulfilled potential. Despite being among the richest countries in the world in terms of human and material resources, Nigeria's potential remains unfulfilled. It is understandable that the crucial factor for a nation's greatness is its human element. Unfortunately in Nigeria, human element only comprises of 4% compared to 96% material resource...

Court Grants Whistleblower PIDOM N5 Million Bail

28Sep

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Court Grants Whistleblower PIDOM N5 Million Bail

The Abuja Division of the Federal High Court on Friday admitted Bristol Isaac Tamunobifiri, popularly known on his X handle as “PIDOM Nigeria,” to a N5 million bail with one surety in the like sum. Justice Emeka Nwite, in a ruling on his bail application moved by his lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, held that bail is a constitutional right. Mr Nwite said he was inclined to grant Mr Tamunobifiri bail except where there was reasonable ground to believe that the defendant might evade trial or attempt to destroy evidence. He said all factors must be considered in granting bail, especially since criminal justice provides safeguards for both prosecution and defence. The judge held that based on the submissions of counsel, he would grant the defendant bail in the interest of justice. He subseq...

Olugbesan Family Land: Documents Regarding How I Paid Into Your Personal Account Are Already In Public Domain-Let’s Meet In Court, Adeyemi Replies Gbolarunmi

28Sep

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Olugbesan Family Land: Documents Regarding How I Paid Into Your Personal Account Are Already In Public Domain-Let’s Meet In Court, Adeyemi Replies Gbolarunmi

The Chief Executive Officer of Mich Royal Company Nigeria Limited, Prince Gbolagade Adeyemi, has described as untrue and baseless the allegation made by Mr. Hazeem Gbolarunmi that he failed to remit money through him to the Olugbesan family. In response to a recent media report, Prince Adeyemi stated he felt compelled to clarify the situation, saying that all documents on how he paid money into Gbolarumi’s account are already in public domain. "I ordinarily would not have reacted to Mr. Gbolarunmi's cheap blackmail again, but I must defend my name and that of my company," He emphasized that documents related to the sales of the Olugbesan family land are publicly available. 'Anyone who has access to the Internet can now download documents and all payments made into Gbolarumi’s ...