Wike’s aide on Lt. Yerima’s alleged assassination attempt
Lere Olayinka, an aide to FCT Minister Wike, speaks on the alleged assassination attempt on Lt. Yerima, who was involved in a clash with the minister.
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FCT police deny assassination attempt on naval officer in clash with Wike
The FCT Police Command has dismissed reports of an assassination attempt on Lieutenant Ahmed Yarima in Kubwa, urging the public to ignore unverified claims.
Osun Gov. Adeleke presents ₦705bn for 2026 fiscal year
Osun Governor Adeleke presents ₦705 billion budget for 2026 fiscal year
Man confesses to assassination of Japan’s longest-serving leader, Shinzo Abe
Tetsuya Yamagami pleaded guilty to killing ex-Japan PM Shinzo Abe, citing anger over Abe’s alleged ties to the Unification Church, whose influence has since sparked major political fallout.
Baba Ijebu brokers peace between Ooni and Alaafin after public feud
Billionaire businessman Kessington Adebutu, popularly known as Baba Ijebu, reconciled the Ooni of Ife and the Alaafin of Oyo during his 90th birthday celebration in Lagos, ending their public rift and leading to the creation of a Joint Council for Yoruba Unity.
Davido takes charge as chairman, Osun Sports Trust Fund
Osun State has appointed Afrobeats star Davido as chairman of its Sports Trust Fund, a move officials say will boost sports development and attract private funding.
Osun withdraws suit against CBN, AGF over LG funds, says case overtaken by events
The Osun State government has withdrawn its suit against the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF) over withheld local government funds, saying the case has been overtaken by events.
Russia to hand over 350-page report on JFK assassination to U.S. Congresswoman
Florida Rep. Anna Paulina Luna says Russia will hand over a 350-page report detailing its findings on President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, marking what she called the first congressional access to such records.
IGP directed to arrest ex-INEC chairman Mahmood Yakubu
The Federal High Court in Osogbo has ordered the Inspector General of Police to arrest former INEC chairman Mahmood Yakubu for contempt of court.
APC chieftain Iyiola Omisore joins race for Osun 2026 governorship
Former Osun deputy governor and APC national secretary, Senator Iyiola Omisore, has declared his intention to contest the 2026 governorship election in the state, promising a campaign focused on restoration and governance reforms.