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Segun Olowookere, the only child of his parents who was sentenced to death in Osun State for allegedly stealing a fowl, has claimed that he was arrested at the age of 17 and sentenced to death over the allegation of stealing a fowl he never committed. In an exclusive interview published by the Punch Newspaper…

By: Bayero Ade In response to the rising number of crowd-related incidents across the country, Ondo State’s Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Olukayode Ajulo, has announced a series of new directives aimed at improving crowd management and ensuring public safety during events. The guidelines are designed to regulate public gatherings and protect the…

By: Bayero Ade The Federal Government has earmarked ₦6.36 billion for the refurbishment and rehabilitation of residences for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and their aides, as part of the proposed 2025 Appropriation Bill. Presented to the National Assembly, the budget includes ₦5.49 billion for the annual maintenance of the Presidential Villa.…

By: Bayero Ade Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has directed government hospitals to offer free medical treatment to those injured in a deadly stampede at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Maitama, Abuja. The incident, which occurred around 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, led to the deaths of at least 10 people, including children,…

By: Bayero Ade President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been named the 2024 Man of the Year by The Will newspaper, following what the editorial board described as a unanimous decision. In its announcement, the newspaper highlighted the profound impact of Tinubu’s reform policies over the past year, noting their significant influence on Nigerians across various…

A tragic stampede at a rice distribution event in Okija, Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State, has left 22 people dead, the Anambra State Police Command confirmed on Sunday. The incident occurred on Saturday during a program organized by the Obijackson Foundation, a charitable organization led by entrepreneur Ernest Obiejesi, popularly known as Obijackson.…

By: Bayero Ade The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed the Commissioners of Police in Anambra State and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to investigate the recent stampedes that occurred during palliative distribution in Maitama, Abuja, and Okija, Anambra State. Speaking through the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, the IGP…

By Miracle Ogunde Rey Mysterio, Wrestling legend from Mexico has died. His son, El Hijo de Rey Mysterio, announced his death in a statement issued on his Instagram page. He reportedly died at 66, on Friday. “You did more than set the example of how to love, maintain a strong marriage and father four boys…

By Miracle Ogunde Tragedy was averted on Saturday in Ore, the headquarters of Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, when a tanker laden fuel exploded. According to reports, the tanker was said to have veered off the road and fell into a nearby ditch. It was gathered that the incident occurred at about 6:30…

The recent appointment of principal officers at the Ondo State University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo, has sparked discontent among some indigenes of Ondo State, culminating in legal action to contest the decision. Comrade Jonathan Obatola and Mr Love Olawumi, dissatisfied with the outcome at the Ondo State High Court, Akure, have taken their grievances…