Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Edo State, has raised serious concerns over the ongoing election, warning that it could be remembered as the worst election in Nigeria’s history due to numerous alleged irregularities. Ighodalo made this claim during a live press conference on Sunday, organised by the Edo PDP National…
The Executive Governor of Osun state, Senator Ademola Adeleke has stated that Osun State University (UNIOSUN) will remain a top priority of his government. He noted this during 14th Convocation of the institution on Saturday, at the School main Hall, in Osogbo In his address, Governor Adeleke re-assured, of his increased Government support to ensure…
Former chairman of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Chidi Odinkalu has warned that the entire country could face serious consequences if the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) messes the ongoing Edo governorship election. Odinkalu highlighted Edo’s pivotal position in the country, emphasising that disruptions in the election could impact the nation at large. If…
The INEC’s resident electoral commissioner (REC) in Edo, Anugbum Onuoha has revealed that ongoing governorship election results will be transmitted electronically, saying only a poor network can stop the electronic transmission of results. Onuoha made this known in an interview with Arise Television on Saturday, where he also disclosed that INEC has implemented contingency plans…
In a field traditionally dominated by men, Captain Adeola Ogunmola Sowemimo has achieved remarkable success. She is Nigeria’s first female Boeing 787 pilot, flying long-distance routes for Qatar Airways. Her story shows that with hard work, focus, and the right support, anyone can achieve great things, regardless of gender. Around the world, women are stepping…
Governor Ademola Adeleke has approved the appointment of a tested educationist, Mr Akinyele Sarafa Adeyemi, as the new Chairman, Governing Council of the Osun State College of Education, Ila Orangun. Mr Adeyemi replaces Dr Peter Babalola who resigned his appointment after a controversial tenure at the College of Education. This was disclosed in a statement…
The Provost of Foreign Links College of Education Ile-Ife, Dr Nsikak Jacob Akpan is set to attempt to break Guinness World Record by 150 hours marathon lecture on “Relationship between Environment and Health” starting from 23rd September. The remarkable attempt is not just to break world record but also about educating people on the importance…
Fears of political violence escalate in Edo State ahead of the upcoming election as Prince Henry Okojie, husband of Nollywood star Mercy Johnson, narrowly survives an assassination attempt. The attack, reportedly carried out by armed thugs, raises concerns about security in the region. With just days to go before the Edo State governorship election, political…
The Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has ordered the restriction of movement in Edo State ahead of the governorship election slated for Saturday, September 21, 2024. The police boss said this is to ensure adequate measures are put in place for peaceful, transparent and credible elections. At least 17 political parties will be participating in…
The Edo State governorship election will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2024, with leading candidates Asue Ighodalo of the Peoples Democratic Party, Senator Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress and Labour Party’s Olumide Akpata vying to become the number one citizen of the state. The Independent National Electoral Commission announced on Tuesday that…
