Author: Timilehin David

The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic party (SDP) in the 2023 election, Adewole Adebayo, has revealed that bigwigs within the fold of the All Progressives Congress (APC) are already flocking into the party.  This followed the defection of the Former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, to the SDP, whom many have described as a ‘big fish’ capable of boosting the party’s formidability and popularity in the 2027 polls.  Adebayo, in a Sunday interview, hinted that more defections will hit the APC to the SDP’s advantage in the coming days.  In his words, “He [El-Rufai] has joined us. Many have…

After much pressures and exertions, the Ondo State Government has finally awarded the contract for the construction of the third phase of the Igbokoda/Ugbonla/Ayetoro road in the Ilaje Local Government Area of the State. The 4.27 kilometer road will be funded under the aegis of the Ondo State Oil-Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC) This was contained in a press statement relayed by the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Aiyedatiwa on Strategic Communication, Allen Sowore, on Saturday. The statement reads, “The Ondo State Government, through the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC), has commenced preparations for the construction of…

A renowned Professor of Law and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Professor Itse Sagay, has called on the actors of the Rivers State political crisis to find a common ground.  The learned scholar gave this admonition while fielding questions during an interview on Saturday.  He specifically reprimanded the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, for attempting to be minister and de-facto governor at the same time, insisting that Governor Fubara should be allowed to deliver on his mandate in the interest of the Rivers people. “Since the young man came to power, Wike has been breathing down on him and has not allowed…

A millionaire businessman, identified as Eke Agbai Eke, has dragged FirstBank to court over what he described as fraud against his person and breach of fiduciary duty. Eke, a wealthy and influential personality in Abia State had deposited a sum of five hundred and fifty million Naira (₦550,000,000) with the Abiriba Branch of FirstBank in Abia State, in a bid to support and contribute to the development of the community. Although the Abiriba FirstBank branch has now relocated to Uzuakoli, Mr Eke decided to challenge the fraud after the bank failed to account for his N550 Million Naira. In a…

It was a joyous moment for the outgoing Vice Chancellor of the University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) Ondo, Professor Adesegun Fatusi, as accolades continue to pour in for him over the successful completion of his tenure as the helmsman of the medical institution.  Chief among his eulogisers are the Osemawe Ondo Kingdom, Oba Victor Kiladejo and an ex-Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko, who showered praises on the outgoing vice chancellor, describing him as “a quintessential gentleman, one given to diligence and high-level commitment to tasks.” This took place at a valedictory service held in recognition of Fatusi’s meritorious…

The lawmaker representing Idanre/Ifedore Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Honourable Festus Akingbaso, has announced a bursary disbursement of ₦20,000 for all tertiary institution students in the constituency.  This was contained in a statement released by the lawmaker’s Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Pharmacist Adebayo Johnson, on Saturday.  The statement reads, “As part of his commitment to empowering students in his constituency, Honourable Akingbaso is offering a bursary of ₦20,000 for all eligible students of Idanre/Ifedore origin across all tertiary institutions in Nigeria. “The distribution process will take place within Idanre and Ifedore, ensuring accessibility for all applicants.…

Controversial crossdresser, James Brown, has expressed his intention to embrace his male identity, on account of financial constraints. The male-turned-female disclosed his recent decision via an Instagram post on Friday. On his Instagram page, James Brown beckoned on Nigerians of goodwill to come to his aid, saying that he needed funds to further his education abroad stating that he would cease to be a female for now. In his post, James Brown said, “Many people have been asking me, James, is it true you need help? I actually do. I need all the ads and promotions. In fact, I have…

It was a tragic moment on Thursday when a stray cow ran out of the bush along the Ile-Oluji-Ondo Itanla road resulting in the death of two young men. The unfortunate incident which occurred around 11 am involved the victims who were travelling on a motorcycle, popularly known as a “Lady’s Bike,” while conveying a bag of cocoa from Ile-Oluji to Ondo City.