The attention of NNPC Ltd has been drawn to a press release signed by Mr. Paul Ibe, a Media Adviser to the former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar. In the statement, the former Vice President was quoted to have lamented “the criminal hijack of the NNPC by corporate cabals around the current President”. He was…
..Pledges Continued Support for Federal Government’s Ambition in Frontier Regionssx̌ The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has provided updates on its crude oil exploration activities in the Northern part of the country, reiterating its commitment to achieving the Federal Government’s aspirations in the frontier basins. “The company has been actively drilling in basins in…
Sri Lanka’s top court found President Ranil Wickremesinghe guilty of “unlawful conduct” on Thursday for indefinitely delaying local polls seen as an unofficial referendum on his handling of the economy. Since Wickremesinghe enjoys immunity while in office, the judgement carries no immediate legal consequences, but the state of the economy is expected to be a…
Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, the 22nd Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), has officially retired from service upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70. Born on August 22, 1954, Justice Ariwoola’s retirement marks the end of a distinguished judicial career. Justice Ariwoola was appointed to the Supreme Court bench on November 22, 2011, and later became…
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has mourned the passage of a Former Chairman of Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC), Justice Emmanuel Ayoola. Governor Adeleke stated that the demise of Justice Ayoola is a big loss, not only to the Ayoola family of Ilesa, but to Osun state and the entire nation adding the late…
In line with his promise during the national protest, Governor Ademola Adeleke has issued a series of policy directives aimed at alleviating the economic pains and hardships faced by residents. Governor Adeleke, who had assured protesters of ongoing steps to fulfill their demands as they pertain to the state government, today instructed government agencies to…
By Kehinde Olusegun The Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has described the location of Federal College of Education in Iwo as a blessing to the state as it helps improve the income of the town and state in general. He also appreciated the federal government’s efforts for siting the institution in Osun, out of…
A commercial motorcyclist, Jacob Damilare, has been arrested by the Osun State Police Command for having unlawful carnal knowledge of a female passenger, who engaged his services on the campus of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. The victim, whose name was not disclosed, while going to Moro, reportedly engaged the services of Damilare from the OAU…
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment towards the promotion of Yoruba culture and tourism, saying that he loves all religions as Nigeria’s constitution gives right to every individual to practice any religion of choice. The Governor stated this in Osogbo during the 2024 Isese Day celebration. Adeleke who was represented by…
The Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno has announced plans for an Aviation Village near the Victor Attah International Airport. Speaking at the airport during a brief ceremony to receive a new A220- 300 series aircraft for the state-owned Ibom Air, the Governor said the growth and expansion of Ibom Air, is worth celebrating…
