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By Justus Adetomiwa, Ado-Ekiti The Ekiti State Police Command has arrested nine suspects in connection with alleged cultism, ritual-related threats and stealing, recovering a locally made firearm, mobile phones, ATM cards, cash and other exhibits. The command, in a statement issued on Friday by its Police Public Relations Officer, SP Sunday Abutu, said the arrests were recorded in four separate operations between August 24 and 27, 2026. It said three suspected cultists were arrested after a gang of about 50 hoodlums allegedly invaded Ijadu Community, armed with guns, axes and cutlasses. According to the police, the incident occurred on August…

By Michael Ofulue, Osogbo The Osun State command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has dismissed reports of a protest by its personnel over alleged non-payment of allowances for duties performed during the August 15, 2026, Osun State governorship election. The command said its personnel did not embark on any protest, explaining that the payment of election duty allowances was only slightly delayed because of a mandatory verification exercise designed to ensure that all eligible officers received their entitlements. The clarification was contained in a statement issued on Friday by the command’s Public Relations…

Gunmen have reportedly killed the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman in Dekina Local Government area of Kogi State, Ishaq Yunusa, and abducted another person travelling with him. The attack occurred around 5pm on Thursday along the Itobe-Ochadamu Expressway, near Ojuwo Olijo in Ofu Local Government area. The state police spokesperson, ASP Afusat Saliu, confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Friday in Lokoja. According to the police, the attackers emerged from the bush and opened fire on vehicles plying the highway before fleeing into the surrounding forest. A blue Toyota Corolla with number plate GWA…

By Sade Adewale The governor of Ondo State, Dr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has commended the Boys Brigade for its longstanding contributions to youth development, discipline and the promotion of moral values in Nigeria. Aiyedatiwa, who was represented by his Deputy, Dr Olayide Adelami, while receiving the organisation in his office, acknowledged the organisation’s impact over the years, saying that its commitment to training young people had helped instil values capable of shaping responsible citizens and future leaders. The governor described them as “soldiers of Christ,” noting that the discipline, resilience and training imparted to members were important qualities…

By Adeboye Ado Ondo State Governor, Hon.Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has charged members of the National Youth Service Corps to remain politically neutral and focus on making meaningful contributions to their host communities throughout their service year. Aiyedatiwa gave the charge on Wednesday at the closing ceremony of the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Stream II orientation course held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Ikare-Akoko, Ondo State. The governor, whose address was delivered by the NYSC State Coordinator, Mrs Kuburat Bakare, urged the corps members to demonstrate patriotism, discipline, integrity and professionalism as they proceed to their various…

By Bukola Olamona The Forum of 37 APC State Youth Leaders has pledged its total support for the appointment of Hon. Ayodele Olawande as Director of Youth Mobilisation of the Presidential Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 general elections. The forum described the appointment as strategic and well deserved, expressing confidence in Ayodele’s experience, grassroots connection and proven capacity to mobilise young people across the country. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Comr. Zaka Nehemiah, the forum also congratulated Distinguished Senator Abdul’Aziz Yari, CON, on his appointment as Director-General of the Presidential Campaign Council. The…

By Tola Gbadamosi The Ondo State Security Network Agency, codenamed Amotekun Corps, has confirmed the death of two of its officers following an ambush attack by suspected criminal elements in Akure North Local Government area of Ondo State. The incident occurred on August 11, 2026, as the officers were returning from their base around the Ago-Oyinbo farming area, near Ala Daadaa, when they came under a sudden attack by the assailants. According to a statement issued on Friday by the Public Relations Officer of the Amotekun Corps, Ondo State Command, S.A. Jimoh O. Adeniken, the attackers engaged the officers…

By Fisayo Akinduro Ondo State Governor, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Friday inspected the ongoing dualisation of the Akure-Idanre road in Akure, assuring that the project would soon be completed. The Commissioner for Infrastructure, Lands and Housing, Engr Abiola Olawoye, conducted the governor round the project, explaining its technical details and progress. Aiyedatiwa also assured that some adjoining roads would be constructed to complement the project and improve connectivity in the area. The governor was accompanied by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Taiwo Fasoranti, and the Commissioner for Finance, Omowunmi Isaac.

…2,134 officers, 5,338 marshals to wear new ranks By Adebola Isimijola, Lagos The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has promoted 7,472 personnel comprising 2,134 officers and 5,338 marshals in a major career progression exercise aimed at strengthening professionalism, leadership and operational effectiveness. The promotion, approved by the Corps, recognises the dedication, competence, discipline and years of service of personnel who have distinguished themselves in the discharge of their duties. The Corps Public Education Officer, Osondu Ohaeri, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday, August 21, 2026, saying the newly promoted personnel would be decorated with their new ranks between…

…uges him to prioritise efficiency, reforms in federal civil service By Michael Ofulue Osogbo The Arole Odùduwà and the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has extended felicitations to an indigene of Osun State, Mr Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan, on his appointment as the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. Ooni Ogunwusi, who is the permanent chairman of the Southern Nigerian Traditional Rulers Council, SNTRC, natural head of the Oduduwa race worldwide and co-chairman of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria, NCTRN, described Enitan’s appointment as a significant recognition of…