The Ogun State government has placed Oba Abdulsemiu Ogunjobi, the Olorile of Orile-Ifo in Ifo Local Government Area, on a six-month suspension due to “uncivil conduct.” Ganiu Hamzat, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, announced the suspension in a statement issued in Abeokuta on Monday. He stated that the behavior of Oba Ogunjobi did not align with the esteemed position of a traditional ruler. The commissioner explained that the suspension was necessary to uphold the dignity of traditional institutions and protect their sanctity. He noted that the decision followed an investigation, during which both the traditional ruler and…
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A traditional ruler from Edo State has been abducted by unidentified assailants, who also killed a motorcycle rider during the attack. The monarch, His Royal Highness Friday Ehizojie, was kidnapped in a forested area between Ubiaja, near Rest House Junction, and the Udo community. Reports indicated the attackers ambushed the motorcycle the Onojie was traveling on, fatally shooting the rider before taking the ruler. In addition to the Onojie, five other individuals were reportedly abducted, with one victim managing to escape captivity. Moses Yama, spokesperson for the Edo State Police Command, confirmed the abduction and stated that a report had…
Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has addressed the recent release of private conversations between herself and renowned singer Naira Marley, which have been circulating online. The leaked chats come after a public disagreement between the two regarding the controversial death of singer Mohbad on September 12, 2023. Following Mohbad’s death, many pointed fingers at Naira Marley, the leader of Marlian Music, accusing him of being involved in the singer’s struggles and eventual demise. Iyabo Ojo, a vocal advocate for justice for Mohbad, played a prominent role in speaking out against the circumstances surrounding the singer’s death. She publicly accused Naira Marley…
The Ondo State Security Network Agency, also known as Amotekun Corps, has paraded 28 individuals, including a 55-year-old ex-convict, Ayodele Ijilakinro, who had just completed a three-year prison sentence for a similar crime. Despite his previous conviction for sexual assault, Ijilakinro was arrested once again for engaging in criminal behavior. Ijilakinro was presented alongside 27 other suspects arrested across Ondo State’s 18 local government areas over the past week. The State Corps Commander, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, provided details about the suspects’ offenses, revealing that 24 were involved in various criminal activities. Ijilakinro, who had been incarcerated for assault in 2021,…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has impounded 60 vehicles in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as part of a nationwide crackdown on illegal number plates. Speaking to the press on Monday, Hyginus Omeje, the Assistant Corps Marshal (ACM) in charge of operations, explained that the operation was launched to combat the use of counterfeit number plates across the country. This special intervention is aimed at enhancing security on the highways and preventing criminals from using fake plates to carry out illicit activities. Omeje highlighted the growing security concern surrounding fake number plates, stating, “The use of unauthorized plates has…
The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Ondo State Council, has suspended its indefinite strike, which began on January 31. In a statement issued on Monday in Akure, the association’s Public Relations Officer (PRO), Lucky Aremu, announced the suspension, citing progress in negotiations with the state government. “NANNM hereby announces the suspension of the industrial action embarked upon by nurses in all state-owned public health institutions. This decision follows a series of discussions with the Ondo State Government, which resulted in assurances to address our concerns,” he stated. The key demands of the union include improved remuneration, enhanced…
The Lagos State Police Command has successfully rescued five children from a human trafficking syndicate, according to the Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG) for Zone 2, Adegoke Fayoade. The children, ranging in age from one to six years, were rescued by operatives of the Zone 2 Police Command in Onikan, Lagos. Fayoade confirmed the rescue operation to reporters on Monday, revealing that the children—four boys and one girl—were saved following an intelligence report received on January 8, 2025. The report indicated the existence of a trafficking ring that specializes in the illegal sale and purchase of children of various…
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has successfully disbursed over N20 billion in institutional fees to tertiary institutions across the country, benefiting nearly 193,000 students. The announcement was made by NELFUND on Monday, with the organization providing clarification on the total amount of funds disbursed. It addressed misinformation regarding reports that suggested N104 billion had been released, confirming that such figures were inaccurate. “As of February 3, 2025, NELFUND has received 364,042 student loan applications. To date, the Fund has disbursed N20,074,050,000 for institutional fees, supporting 192,906 students in various tertiary institutions,” the statement read. In addition to tuition assistance,…
Oba Rashidi Ladoja, a former Governor of Oyo State and the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, has responded to claims made by former Osun State Governor, Chief Bisi Akande, regarding the assassination of former Attorney General of the Federation, Chief Bola Ige. Ladoja who spoke in Ibadan denied Akande’s allegations, stating, “Chief Akande lied about me.” The controversy erupted over the weekend when Akande raised new concerns about the unsolved murder of Chief Ige, implying that Ladoja might hold vital information related to the case. Ladoja quickly rejected the accusations, saying, “Chief Bola Ige was murdered on December 23, 2001, nearly…
A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Nnewichi, Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra State, on Saturday when three young siblings—two girls, aged seven and nine, and their five-year-old brother—were found murdered by unknown assailants. Reports indicate that the attackers broke into their home while the children were having a meal, killed them, and placed their bodies inside a deep freezer in one of the rooms. At the time of the attack, their mother, Chikazor Ejezie, a nurse and lecturer, was away taking an exam, and their father, who works in Edo State, was also not home. “When their mother returned,…