‘APC leadership not factionalised’

By Josephine Oguntoyinbo | The Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has not been factionalised or in crisis over the membership registration and validation of the members of the party in the state. The party’s Publicity Secretary in the Akure North Local Government Area, Temitope Aluko, stated this on Sunday against the […]

Akeredolu and his dogged fight against insecurity

By Adekola Afolabi | In a scenario similar to that of pre-establishment of what is now known as Western Nigeria Security Network codenamed Amotekun Corps in the South-West States when there were hues and cries by some Nigerians, mainly of the North extraction, stood against the establishment of the regional security outfit, the history has […]

‘Poor economy triggers kidnapping, insurgency’

By Francis Akinnodi | As Nigeria remains in its second recession, an Economist, Dr. Adedoyin Salami has called for a paradigm shift to tackle dwindling resources, revenue and reserve as the country’s economy remain at the consumption level. Salami who described the situation as pathetic said it is unacceptable for continued decline in national revenue […]

NIN registration: Ago Ireti residents cry for help

By Saheed Ibrahim | As the February 9 deadline given by the Federal Government for citizens to get registered for the National Identity Number (NIN) and link their mobile lines draws closer, the residents of Ago Ireti in Ondo state have called for consideration and help. Ago Ireti is a community that houses people suffering […]

Rely on God for breakthroughs, Akeredolu urges

By Adekola Afolabi | Ondo state Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has admonished Christians to always rely on God for spiritual breakthroughs and rebirth. He said with constant prayers and faith in God, nothing would be impossible for God to do in the life of a man. The governor stated this at the 3rd anniversary and dedication […]

Be united for greater achievements – NULGE

Kayode Olabanji  Okitipupa | Members of National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Okitipupa chapter have been urged to continue to unite and cooperate for them to cross more hurdles and record greater achievement. Chairman Of Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, Mr Igbekele during the inauguration of new NULGE executives held at the […]

‘Mentor your wards on entrepreneurship’

By Kehinde Oluwatayo | Governments, associations and other spirited individuals have been charged to develop the entrepreneurship ability of young people so that they can develop their talents and impact the society. A motivational speaker who specialises in entrepreneurship education for children, Pastor Wale Akinyanmi made the remarks at the weekend shortly after he took […]

Oyetola charges parents on wards’ welfare

Fisayo Akinduro, Osogbo | Parents and guardians have been charged to take adequate care of their children as the nation experiences the second wave of COVID-19. Osun State Governor, Gboyega Oyetola made the plea in Osogbo during a meeting with Parent Teachers Association of Ataoja School of Science, Osogbo. The Governor who was represented by […]

COVID-19: PTA Chairman appeals to ODSG over threats to close schools

Kayode Olabanji, Okitipupa | Chairman, Parent Teachers Association, PTA, in Ondo South senatorial district, Mr Anthony Rasak, has appealed to the State Government to exercise patience with schools in the area assuring that the association will ensure that the schools are in total compliance with COVID-19 precautionary measures. Meanwhile, Ondo State Government had threatened to […]

Ondo’s Ban on Road Side Trading

RECENTLY Ondo State Government placed a total ban on trading along the vehicular traffic lanes, pedestrian paths and walkways in Akure, the state capital. THE decision is a follow up on the outcome of a report by a Committee on Waste Management in Akure. THE report include a ban placed on artisans such as vulcanizers […]