Three Drown in Benue River on Boxing Day
A Boxing Day picnic at River Buruku in Benue State turned tragic as three fun seekers drowned. The community mourns as bodies are recovered. Read more about the incident and the river's notorious history.
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7 Wedding Travelers Die in Gombe Road Accident
A fatal motor accident on the Damaturu-Maiduguri highway has killed seven people from Lawanti village, Gombe State, who were traveling to a wedding. Governor Yahaya mourns the devastating loss.
Aiyedatiwa Honours Akeredolu's Legacy
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa commemorates the second anniversary of former Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu's passing, praising his visionary leadership and enduring security legacy. Read more.
Aiyedatiwa Preaches Love, Tolerance for Christmas in Ondo
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa calls for love, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence among residents in his 2025 Christmas message, emphasizing collective responsibility for state development.
Kano Buries Two State Lawmakers, Governor Yusuf Mourns
Kano State is in mourning as two NNPP lawmakers, Hon. Aminu Sa’ad Ungogo and Hon. Aliyu Sarki Daneji, were buried. Governor Abba Yusuf and NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso paid their last respects. Read more about the tragic losses.
Kano Governor Mourns Death of Two State Lawmakers
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf expresses profound shock over the sudden death of two serving assembly members, Hon. Sarki Aliyu and Hon. Aminu Sa'adu, on the same day. Our thoughts are with their families.
Navy commissions upgraded health centre in Ondo community
The Nigerian Navy has commissioned a renovated Primary Health Care Centre in Ikaram-Akoko, Ondo State, featuring solar power and modern diagnostic tools to boost community healthcare and civil-military relations.
Two Teenagers Drown in Ibadan's Apete River
The Apete community in Ibadan mourns Abdullahi Sheriff, 15, and Adekitan Rasheed, 13, who drowned in a local river. Learn the details and urgent safety calls from residents.
Teenagers Drown in Apete River, Ibadan
Two teenagers, Abdullahi Sheriff (15) and Adekitan Rasheed (13), drowned in a river in Apete, Ibadan, on December 21, 2025. Read the tragic details and community warnings ignored.
Aiyedatiwa's 3-Year Legacy Race: Act Now or Regret
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has three years left to secure his legacy. Experts urge decisive action on coastal development, a refinery, and deep seaport to transform the state's economy. The time to act is now.
Ondo City Prepares for 2025 Christmas Marathon & Health Walk
Ondo City is set to host the 2nd Prince Adewole Adebayo Christmas Marathon & Queen Lillian Adebayo Health Walk on Dec 28, 2025. The free event promotes fitness, community, and offers N2M in prizes. Register now!
Ondo City Prepares for 2nd Adebayo Christmas Marathon
Ondo City is set to host the 2nd Prince Adewole Adebayo Christmas Marathon & Queen Lillian Adebayo Health Walk on Dec 28, 2025. The free event promotes fitness, community, and offers N2M in prizes. Register now!
Man kills cousin over ₦1,000 burial refund in Delta
A family gathering in Delta State turned fatal after a 47-year-old man allegedly killed his first cousin during a dispute over a ₦1,000 burial contribution refund. Police have arrested the suspect.
Ondo, CCB Train LG Officials on Governance, Discipline
Ondo State Government and the Code of Conduct Bureau train local government officials on ethical governance, financial discipline, and asset declaration to combat corruption.
Ex-convict nabbed for stabbing Okada rider in Ondo
A 25-year-old ex-convict has been arrested in Ondo after a violent attempt to snatch a motorcycle. The victim's cries alerted residents, leading to the suspect's capture. Read the full story.
Ondo Deep Sea Port Receives Revalidated Licence
Ondo State secures revalidated licence for its deep-sea port, a major hub set to serve Nigeria and West Africa with 18-metre depth for large vessels. Read more.
Assistant Commissioner of Police Dies During Meeting in Abakaliki
Assistant Commissioner of Police Ogbon-Inu Taiwo Popoola tragically slumped and died during a management meeting in Ebonyi State. Get the full details on this shocking incident.
Aiyedatiwa: No Haven for Bandits in Ondo Border Areas
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa assures border communities of enhanced security, citing Amotekun Rangers' success. He vows to fix roads and resolve chieftaincy disputes while extending Christmas goodwill.
First Lady Urges Parents to Give Children Attention
Ondo First Lady Oluwaseun Aiyedatiwa cautions parents against neglect, urging attention and education focus to safeguard children from dangerous influences during festive season.
Ikare Leaders Commend Governor on Road Project
Balogun of Ikareland, Chief Abdul Tunji Mohamed, leads delegation to thank Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for support, hailing the ongoing Ikare-Akungba road dualisation as a major boost for safety and economy. Read more.
Suspect Arrested in Ondo Poly Student Murder
Ondo State Police have arrested a suspect in the murder of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic student Ayodele Peter. The Commissioner of Police has reassured residents of enhanced security.
Ondo Communities Decry Forestry Firm's Neglect of CSR
Communities in Ondo State's Okitipupa and Odigbo LGAs accuse Rex Forestry Ltd of ignoring CSR commitments and local hiring agreements. They urge Governor Aiyedatiwa to intervene. Read the full story.
Police Arrest Suspect in Owo Cult-Related Murder
Ondo State Police confirm arrest of a suspect in the Owo cult killing of 25-year-old Ayodele Peter. Authorities urge public vigilance and cooperation.
1,100+ Ondo Varsity Students Get N144.5m Loan
Adekunle Ajasin University confirms over 1,116 students benefited from N144.5m NELFUND loans for tuition. VC also details new hostel projects to enhance campus safety. Read more.
RUGIPO Student Killed in Owo Cult Clash
A Rufus Giwa Polytechnic student was shot dead by suspected cultists in Owo, Ondo State. The tragic incident occurred just three weeks after the death of his mother. Read the full report.
PDP, APC clash over Aiyedatiwa's statewide tour
Ondo PDP criticizes Governor Aiyedatiwa's thank-you tour as a governance failure, while APC defends it as accessible leadership. Get the full details on the political clash.
Tinubu's Reforms Causing Opposition Exodus - Aiyedatiwa
Ondo Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa claims President Tinubu's reforms are driving opposition governors to the APC. He reveals PDP rival Agboola Ajayi is set to defect, while PDP criticizes his tour as governance failure.
Ondo APC Chair: Tinubu's 2027 Support Groups Are Legitimate
Ondo APC Chairman Ade Adetimehin affirms the legitimacy of pro-Tinubu support groups for 2027, warns against misrepresentation, and hails the President as a divine messiah for Nigeria's transformation.
Graduate's Mother Dies on Her Convocation Day
A Nigerian university graduate is heartbroken after her mother passed away unexpectedly on her graduation day. The emotional story has gone viral on TikTok, drawing condolences nationwide.
Five Die in Separate Kano Incidents
A series of tragic accidents across Kano State claimed five lives, including children. Authorities urge residents to call emergency services instead of attempting risky rescues. Learn more about the safety warnings.
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