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The Supreme Court will today March 11, 2025, deliver judgment on the appeal filed by Mr. Agboola Ajayi, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the Governorship election that took place in Ondo State on November 16, 2024. The Court Registry sent out notices to lawyers yesterday to appear in court today for the judgment after taking arguments from counsel to the parties on February 25, 2025. Listed as respondents in the appeal are the Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, the Deputy Governor, Olayide Owolabi Adelami, the All Progressives Congress and the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.…

The Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State, Princess Surah Animashaun, has restored electricity in Epe LGA after months of darkness, promising the residents of the council area Chairman of Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State, Princess Surah Animashaunmore economic empowerment. Princess Animashaun said that the council also witnessed significant transformations and highlighted her administration’s achievements in education, culture, tourism, environment, health, infrastructures and security. Giving an account of her stewardship in office at the council’s headquarters in Epe, Animashaun said the council delivered on its promise to restore power supply to Epe, the capital of…

The central bank of any country is a uniquely influential institution. Due to its mandate of maintaining monetary and financial stability in line with the economic vision of the government, everything it does can impact everyone. That is why PhD. economists and experienced bankers are the top picks for heading the banks. This is why appointments at the central banks are always of interest to institutions, groups, and individuals. In Nigeria of today, the Central Bank of Nigeria is an institution of utmost public interest due to the state of the economy and the ongoing economic and financial reforms of…

The GiveBack Group, with support from the March 8 Initiative, marked the birthday of Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, former Vice President of Nigeria, with commemorative literacy and humanitarian outreaches. The initiative reached two special needs schools and a community library, celebrating the occasion with young learners and the less privileged. The first stop was Toluwani Special Needs Center, Olokuta, Idi Aba, Abeokuta, where children and staff expressed their gratitude with songs and prayers for the celebrant. The outreach continued at Ojuwoye Community Primary School (Inclusive Unit), before culminating at the KOA Foundation Free Library, Unity Estate, Giwa-Lambe, Ogun State. Here, children…

Let me begin with the profound words of former U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower, who once said, “The supreme quality for leadership is unquestionably integrity.” These words resonate deeply when reflecting on the leadership and representation of Kogi East Senatorial District at the National Assembly. For decades, the most pervasive challenge surrounding the leadership of Kogi East has been the lack of quality, selfless, and competitive representation. The people have long suffered under a system where political sentiments, personal biases, and entrenched prejudices overshadow objectivity during elections. As a result, successive senators have primarily served their own interests and that…

Former presidential media aide Reno Omokri has challenged Natasha Akpoti to undergo a lie detector test following her allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. Omokri, in a detailed video posted on social media, revealed that Akpoti-Uduaghan made similar allegations against him in 2021. He said: “On Tuesday, October 12, 2021, Natasha Akpoti had a dispute with me and after the dispute, she went on social media and accused me of sexually harassing her. “She claimed that at a state banquet at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, held by President Goodluck Jonathan for the visiting Kenyan President, Uhuru…

The National Leader of Simplicity Movement, Amb. Sobomabo Jackrich, has distanced himself, National Rescue Mission, Defunct Niger Delta Liberation Force and Tantita Security from the threat of Niger Delta Rescue Movement to resume hostilities. Ambassador Jackrich made this known in a press statement on Friday, saying there’s no link between his party and NDRM. The statement read, “My attention has been drawn to a recent video circulating online, purportedly released by a group identified as the Niger Delta Rescue Movement, threatening to resume hostilities in response to the 48-hour ultimatum issued to Governor Siminialayi Fubara by the Martin Amaewhule-led Rivers…

Choosing between a fast convertible and a reliable sedan might be similar to deciding where to park your money. Which would you rather have: the possible highs of the stock market or the steady growth of a savings account? Let’s examine how guaranteed returns compare to stock market gains so you may make informed decisions about your financial future. Is comparing guaranteed returns and market risks the first step to financial clarity? The assurance of guaranteed returns in savings accounts is the foundation of stability. Comprehending Mechanisms of Fixed Interest A simple method of gradually increasing money is through savings…

As the curtains draw to a close on her illustrious career, Chief Dr. Mrs. Oluwatoyin Madein FCCA, Ph.D., stepped out of the spotlight, leaving behind a legacy of excellence that will forever be etched in the annals of Nigeria’s history. With a storied career spanning over three decades, Madein’s remarkable journey as the first female Accountant-General of the Federation was a masterclass in visionary leadership, marked by her sharp mind, generous spirit, and deep devotion to the public good. The Holy Bible describes a virtuous woman, as priceless and yet responsible and weighty. She is considered to be well above…

Among the few names that truly resonate in Nigeria’s public service is Dr. Mrs. Oluwatoyin Madein, the first female Accountant General of the Federation (AGF).As she prepares to exit her esteemed office on Friday, 7th of March 2025, her tenure stands as an irrefutable evidence to the transformative power of true leadership, unyielding dedication, the capacity to deliver excellence amidst formidable challenges, and an unassailable commitment to the nation’s fiscal probity. Her narrative is a rough but interesting story of laying an enduring foundation for sustainable financial management and accountability within Nigeria’s public sector. It continued as a compelling chronicle…