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By Peter Omopo Ibadan, September 26, 2025 — Muslim and Christian clerics on Friday led special prayers at the coronation of former Oyo State governor, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, who was installed as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The prayers, held at the Ose Meji Temple in Ibadan South-East Local Government Area, marked one of the key traditional rites in the coronation process. Earlier, Ladoja had received the symbolic Akoko leaf at the Labosinde Compound, Oja’ba, Ibadan, a customary step in the enthronement of an Olubadan. The new monarch is expected to be formally presented with the staff and instrument…

By Oluwabukunmi Ibadan, September 26, 2025 — All is set for the coronation of Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, with the historic ceremony scheduled to take place on Friday at Mapo Hall, the traditional seat of authority in the city. The ancient venue has been adorned for the occasion, as Ibadan braces to host an array of dignitaries from across Nigeria. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, top government officials, prominent traditional rulers, and other distinguished guests are expected to grace the colourful installation, which will formally confer on Ladoja the staff of office as Ibadan’s paramount…

By Oluwabukunmi Jigawa State House of Assembly has approved a ₦58 billion supplementary budget for the 2025 fiscal year, raising the state’s total appropriation to ₦756.3 billion. The approval followed the adoption of a report presented at plenary on Thursday by the Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations, Ibrahim Hamza-Adamu. Hamza-Adamu explained that the supplementary budget was necessitated by additional revenue inflows expected from the federation account. “The 2025 Appropriation Law provided ₦698.3 billion for recurrent and capital expenditure. With the additional ₦58 billion, the total appropriation for the year will now be ₦756.3 billion,” he told lawmakers. He…

By Peter Omopo  September 26, 2025 – Most people think hearing loss is something that only comes with age. But growing evidence shows that many everyday activities — especially those involving loud sounds — are placing people of all ages at increasing risk. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 1.5 billion people worldwide have some degree of hearing loss, and about 430 million of them suffer from disabling hearing loss (worse than 35 decibels) that requires rehabilitation. Here are common causes of hearing damage, followed by ways to prevent it, and why paying attention now matters. What’s…

By Olugbolahan Kuku Thursday September 25, 2025 was a day of “thanksgiving” at Agboyi Ketu. Not the regular thanksgiving to the Divine One in a place of worship, but this time to men and women who gave their support, prayers, substance and votes in a political scenario. The elegant and hardworking Chairman of Agboyi-Ketu LCDA; Hon. Adetola Adunni Abubakar was having her final day of appreciation tour to show her gratitude to the market women and men for their support during the campaigns and elections. She came all out with her team of Council Administrators such as the Vice Chairman,…

By Oluwabukunmi September 25, 2025 – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has approved the promotion of 471 junior staff members following its weekly meeting on Thursday in Abuja. A statement signed by the National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, said the promotions were recommended by the Appointment, Promotion and Disciplinary Committee and carried out in accordance with the Commission’s Staff Conditions of Service. According to Olumekun, 515 staff were shortlisted, out of which 214 advanced to Grade Level 07, 134 to GL06, 106 to GL05, and 17 to GL04. “The promotion of…

By Peter Omopo  September 25, 2025 – The Police Service Commission (PSC) has renamed its Chairman’s Conference Hall after its late former Chairman and ex-Inspector General of Police, Solomon Arase, who died on August 31, 2025, at the age of 69. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Thursday by the Commission’s Head of Press and Public Relations, Ikechukwu Ani. According to the statement, the sixth-floor conference hall at the PSC’s headquarters in Abuja will now be known as the Solomon Arase Hall. “The Police Service Commission has named its Chairman’s Hall on the 6th floor of its…

By Peter Omopo  Nigerian heavyweight boxer Efe Ajagba has broken into the world’s top 10 rankings, according to the latest update released by The Ring magazine on Thursday. The 30-year-old pugilist, who boasts a professional record of 20 wins, one loss, and one draw with 14 knockouts, is now ranked No. 10, cementing his status among the sport’s elite. Ajagba’s inclusion in the prestigious list—widely considered boxing’s most respected independent ratings—follows a string of impressive victories that have reignited his push for a world title shot. His latest triumph further reinforced his reputation as one of Africa’s leading heavyweight contenders.…

By Oluwabukunmi  The Lagos State Government on Thursday commenced the demolition of illegal and unsafe structures at the Trade Fair Complex in Ojo Local Government Area, as part of its efforts to enforce physical planning laws and restore order in the area. Confirming the exercise in a post on X (formerly Twitter), Senior Special Assistant on New Media to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Jubril Gawat, said the operation was targeted at “illegal developments, structures without statutory approvals, defective buildings, and constructions erected on road setbacks and drainage channels.” According to Gawat, the state could no longer ignore developments that obstruct critical…

By Peter Omopo  Nigeria is on the brink of a nationwide blackout after the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE) on Wednesday ordered its members to down tools indefinitely over unresolved disputes with the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN). In a circular signed by its Acting General Secretary, Dominic Igwebike, the union directed electricity workers across the country to withdraw their services with immediate effect, accusing TCN management of neglecting long-standing welfare and operational concerns. According to NUEE, the strike followed the expiration of an ultimatum issued to TCN, which it accused of failing to address grievances including poor staff…