The Ondo State Police Command has arrested 25 suspected cultists after foiling a planned initiation ceremony in the state. The Command’s Spokesman, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed this in a statement made available to Journalists in Akure, stating that the arrests followed credible intelligence received from a concerned citizen. According to the statement, the information […]
A pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organization, the Defense for Yoruba People’s Rights (DYPR), has stressed the needs for the Governors in the southwest region of the country to purchase drones (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles) to fight crime in the region. The group particularly called on the Ondo State Government to procure more operational vehicles for the police in […]
Ondo State Governor, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approved the recommendation of the State Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy to extend clemency to 77 convicts across correctional facilities in the state. This gracious act, timed to commemorate the January 1, 2026 New Year celebrations, underscores Governor Aiyedatiwa’s deep commitment to rehabilitative justice, second chances, and […]
Tragedy: Catholic priest slumps dies during homily service Catholic diocese of Issele-Uku, Agbor, Delta State was thrown into mourning on Sunday following the death of the Parish Priest in charge of Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church Revd. Father Stephen Chukwuma who was said to have slumped and died during homily service held in the […]
Eight suspects, who allegedly constituted public nuisance under the guise of agitating for Yoruba Nation, have been rounded up by the Ogun State Police Command. The suspects were alleged to had taken to major roads in Sango-Otta, specifically Temidire Junction and Under-Bridge, on Thursday, December 25, 2025, being Christmas Day, an offense the […]
Following the New Year’s eve attack on the Ipele police station in Owo Local Government Area, Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has directed intensified patrols across communities and forest areas, stressing that security remains a 24-hour responsibility, particularly during festive periods. The Governor spoke on Thursday after an emergency meeting with the heads of security […]
The Ekiti State Government, on Monday, mediated in a case of deposition and banishment of Elepe of Epe, Oba Williams Adesoye from the throne by his subjects, appealing to the irate community members to forgive and offer the monarch a second chance to amend his perceived shortcomings. The Deputy Governor, Monisade Afuye, made the plea […]
A renowned mathematician and Information Communication Technology ( ICT) expert at the Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo , Dr Kehinde Emmanuel Adenegan , has been installed as the 13th President of the Rotary Club International Ondo, AFUED, chapter. Adenegan, a member of Knight in the Church of Nigeria, (Anglican Communion) , during the […]
Allocate more budget to forestry department, University don tasks governments The Dean, School of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology, OAUSTECH, Okitipupa, Prof. Opoola Faleyimu, has stressed the need for all the three tiers of governments in Nigeria, to allocate more funds towards the development of forestry […]
A prominent rulling house in Okeigbo, “Kuole Ọlọjẹ” ruling house of Okeigbo, Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo local government area of Ondo State, has reaffirmed that it is the turn of their ruling house to produce the next king for the community. The ruling house spoke on Monday in Okeigbo during a press conference organised by members of […]
Scores of traditional worshippers in Okeigbo town, Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo local government area of Ondo State on Sunday carried out spiritual appeasement in Okeigbo town to celebrate the annual “Edi festival” During the grand- finally of the festival, the traditional worshipers comprises of different groups which include members of the Natural Traditional Medicine Practitioners, herberlists, Orunmila, Sango […]
Kingmakers in Okeigbo town, Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo local government area of Ondo State on Sunday staged a peaceful protest to demand for a fresh election in the selection process to elect a new king for the town. The kingmakers equally alleged the Ondo State government of imposing Prince Akintoye Adeoye scored only two votes out of […]
Ondo State Governor, Dr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Thursday presented new vehicles to traditional rulers across the state, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of royal fathers and strengthening the traditional institution. At the official presentation ceremony held at the Ondo State Council of Obas Secretariat, Igbatoro Road, Akure, the Governor described the event […]
A Pan-Yoruba socio-cultural organisation, the Defence for Yoruba People’s Right (DYPR) has condemned the Right Activist and Publisher of Sahara Reporter, Mr Omoyele Sowore, for leading a protest demanding for the release of the leader of the Indegeneous People of Biafra (IPOB), Mr Nnamdi Kanu. The Yoruba group in a statement signed by its […]
The Super Eagles have finally arrived in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, after a tense 24-hour travel delay caused by a mid-air emergency involving their chartered ValueJet aircraft. The team touched down safely at 8:05 a.m. (Nigerian time) on Sunday morning, ending hours of uncertainty after their initial flight from Polokwane, South Africa, […]
Veteran Nollywood actor Kayode Olasehinde, widely known as Pa Ajirebi, has shared insights into his relationship with filmmaker and producer Funke Akindele, following her support during his challenging moments. He made the remarks during an appearance on Gbenga Olohunlana’s podcast Osupa, which aired on Osaga TV’s YouTube channel recently. He praised Akindele’s generosity, recalling how […]
The Ondo State Radiovision Corporation (OSRC) Media Group has commenced 24-hour transmission across all its platforms , OSRC Television, Orange 94.5 FM, and Alalaye 96.5 FM, in furtherance of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s OUR EASE Agenda, which prioritizes Education, Accessibility, Service delivery, and Empowerment. With this bold step, viewers and listeners can now enjoy round-the-clock news, […]
For his exemplary leadership, peace efforts, humanitarian service and contributions to community development, the immediate past President of Ondo Ekimogun Youths Connect (OEYC) Comrade Eric Famogun has been presented with prestigious Lions International Icon Award. The award ceremony organised by the Prestige Lions Clubs, Ondo town was part of the recognition of the former OEYC […]
Ekiti State Government, in collaboration with the Ikogosi Marathon Initiative has announced plans for the second edition of Ikogosi 17.5km Marathon race scheduled for November 8, 2025, describing it as a major event designed to promote fitness, attract investments, and showcase the state’s natural endowment. Speaking during a Press Conference in Ado Ekiti on Monday, […]
An aspirant for the Ondo State House of Assembly, Mr Adebola Maxwell Adelosoye, has reaffirmed that provided he appear on the ballot during the 2027 house of assembly election, the All Progressive Congress (APC) will win the election as early as 10: am on the fateful day. Adelosoye, a prominent member of the APC […]
