Author: Olumide Akinrinlola
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Trump Arrives in Washington Ahead of Monday’s Inauguration
By: Bayero Ade Donald Trump arrived in Washington on Saturday in preparation for his inauguration, marking the beginning of his return to the presidency. According to PUNCH, accompanied by his wife, Melania, and other family members, Trump landed at Dulles International Airport before attending a private event at his golf club in Virginia, which featured…
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Canada Introduces New Penalties For Immigration Consultants to Combat Fraud
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced the introduction of new regulations aimed at penalizing both authorized and unauthorized paid immigration representatives who violate the law while advising applicants on immigration or citizenship matters. The proposed penalties include fines of up to $1.5 million for representatives who counsel clients to misrepresent themselves during the…
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Residents Advised to Brace For Strong Winds As Tropical Cyclone Develops Off Western Australia
A tropical cyclone is anticipated to form off the coast of Western Australia, prompting authorities to warn residents to prepare for potentially ‘destructive’ winds. The Bureau of Meteorology has been monitoring a tropical low near the Pilbara region, predicting it will evolve into a tropical cyclone by 8 AM (AWST) on Sunday. While the cyclone…
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Dangote Refinery eyes fresh crude imports
By Miracle Ogunde Following insufficient supply of crude from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery is targeting importing crude oil feedstock. An official who preferred anonymity disclosed this to DAILY POST, saying the company has ramped up production to a 500,000-per-day capacity and targets a 650,000 bpd capacity by June 2025. According…
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BREAKING: Ondo Governor, Aiyedatiwa Dissolves Executive Council
Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, the Governor of Ondo State, has dissolved the State Executive Council with immediate effect. In an official statement, the Governor retained two cabinet members due to the essential nature of their responsibilities. These are Dr. Kayode Ajulo, SAN, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, and Mrs. Omowunmi Isaac, the Commissioner…
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Again, Betty Provokes Ondo Governor, Accuses Aiyedatiwa of Evil Joy in Akeredolu’s Death
In a shocking outburst that has once again thrust the political landscape of Ondo State into turmoil, Betty Akeredolu, widow of the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, took to social media to accuse current Governor Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of reveling in her husband’s death. In a tweet on her X account, Starnews NG reports that she…
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BREAKING: Lagos Assembly Speaker Obasa Impeached
By: Bayero Ade Mudashiru Obasa, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has been impeached by 32 members of the Assembly. According to Afripost, the impeachment comes amidst serious allegations of corruption and financial mismanagement against Obasa. He was accused of gross misconduct and abuse of office. One of the key accusations includes…
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Makinde Presents Staff of Office to New Alaafin of Oyo
Governor Seyi Makinde has officially presented the Staff of Office to the new Alaafin of Oyo, Abimbola Owoade. The ceremony took place at the governor’s office in Ibadan, the state capital, on Monday. PUNCH Online had previously reported that Owoade was set to receive his appointment letter and staff of office on the same day.…
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Ibadan Stampede: A Call for Compassionate Consideration of Intent
By Ogungbemi Orimisan Every sane human being, especially parents who understand the beautifully painful journey of bringing forth the future hopes of both family and society, will empathize deeply with the loss of 35 children in the recent Ibadan stampede. This tragedy occurred during an event organized by Queen Naomi Silekunola Ogunwusi and Alhaji Oriyomi…
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BREAKING: Governor Makinde Approves Prince Abimbola Owoade as Alaafin of Oyo
By: Bayero Ade Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has officially approved Prince Abimbola Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo, following the recommendation of the Oyomesi, the council of kingmakers. According to PUNCH, the announcement was made on Friday by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun Oyelade. According to Oyelade, Owoade’s selection came after…