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Tinubu Hails ECOWAS at 50, Urges Action on Security, Stability and Infrastructure

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for promoting regional integration over the past five decades, while highlighting the ongoing challenges of insecurity, political instability, and infrastructural deficit confronting the subregion. Speaking through the Minister of…

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National

Simon Ekpa May Be Extradited if Finland Approves FG’s Request – CDS

Pro-Biafra agitator, Simon Ekpa, may soon be extradited to Nigeria if the Finnish Government honours the Federal Government’s request, according to Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa. Speaking during a national television programme monitored in Lagos, Gen. Musa confirmed that all necessary…

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National

Tinubu Hails Emir of Ilorin on 85th Birthday

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, on the occasion of his 85th birthday, praising his decades-long service to Nigeria in both the judiciary and traditional leadership. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information…

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Local

Oyebanji Reaffirms Commitment to Transforming Ekiti Tourism

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has reiterated his administration’s resolve to elevate the state’s tourism sites into world-class destinations. He made this known during the 7th edition of the Hike Ekiti Mountain Safari held at Sagbonke Mountain, also known as the Mountain…

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International

Funeral of Pope Francis Scheduled for April 26 at St. Peter’s Square

The funeral of Pope Francis will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square, according to an official statement released today by the Holy See Press Office. The Dean of the College of Cardinals is expected to…

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National

Tinubu Meets Security Chiefs, Senate Leaders at Aso Villa

President Bola Tinubu on Monday met with Nigeria’s top security chiefs at the Aso Villa in Abuja to discuss pressing national security matters. The meeting was led by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa. Also in attendance were the Inspector General…

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Local News

GOVERNOR OYEBANJI FELICITATES CHRISTIANS AT EASTER

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has extended warm Easter greetings to Christians in Ekiti and across Nigeria, urging them to reflect on the significance of the season and live out its virtues.In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Yinka…

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Local News

My Mum Lived an Exemplary Life of Service, Kindness, Diligence – Gov Oyebanji

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has paid glowing tribute to his late mother, Chief (Mrs) Esther Oyebanji, describing her as a woman of exceptional kindness, unwavering service, and diligence.The Governor spoke during the 14th memorial service held in her honour at the…

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Local News

Ekiti APC Caucus Endorses Tinubu, Oyebanji for Second Term

The Ekiti State Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has unanimously thrown its weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, praising his performance and the fulfilment of his “Renewed Hope” mandate as justification for a second term. The caucus also endorsed Governor…

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National News

NUJ Mourns Former National Secretary Jola Ogunlusi, Aged 91

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of its former National Secretary, Mr Jola Ogunlusi, who died at the age of 91 following a brief illness.In a statement signed by NUJ National President, Alhassan Abdullahi, the Union…