Starmer becomes UK PM after Labour win.   The Labour Party has secured a landslide victory in the UK election to end 14 years of Conservative rule. “We did it!” Keir Starmer, the Labour leader and incoming prime minister, said in his victory speech. “Change begins now.” The Outgoing Conservative Prime Minister Rishi Sunak concedes defeat, says he will step …

Senate Launches Probe into Mambilla Power Project, Cites Corruption and Neglect The Nigerian Senate has resolved to investigate the Mambilla Hydroelectric Power Project, spanning from 1999 to date, amid allegations of corruption and neglect. An ad-hoc committee has been established to scrutinize the transactions, following a motion moved by Senator Manu Haruna (Taraba Central). The lawmakers expressed concern over the …

OJUDE OBA FESTIVAL – ASSAULT OF THE CULTURE IGNORAMUS Ojude Oba 2024 video The annual socio-cultural Ojude Oba festival had the splendour and grandeur of Ijebus on display on Tuesday, 18th June, 2024 at Ijebu-Ode, the capital city of Ijebuland. It was a nexus of cultural and sartorial elegance, social grace and evocative dance steps that has attracted indigenes as …

Governor Adeleke Warns Transport Officials Against Violence, Suspends SSA on Civil Societies Governor Ademola Adeleke has warned transport workers in Osun State against actions and activities capable of plunging the state into violence and lawlessness. The Governor has also directed immediate suspension of the Senior Special Assistant on Civil Societies, Comrade Emmanuel Adebisi, pending outcome of investigations by the Chief …

DICHOTOMOUS RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN STATE- LOCAL GOVT Any student who has endured civic or history lectures about the working relationship between local and state govt in Nigeria should be well aware of the basic dichotomy between full responsibilities in terms of addressing basic social needs, especially during emergencies versus the most effective ways to guarantee their long term survival. Professor M …

Prosperity Cup 2024: Bayelsa State Government Pledges Commitment to Sports Development   ***Prosperity Cup Women’s Draws Hold on Thursday*** Bayelsa State deputy governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo says the state government will continue to show total commitment to the development of youths through sports. The deputy governor made this known during a courtesy visit by members of the Central Organizing Committee …

U.S. Authority Deports Over a Hundred Chinese Migrants The Department of Homeland Security announced Tuesday that it sent a charter flight of deportees back to China for the first time in six years. The deportation, on a charter flight, took place over the weekend in coordination with Chinese authorities, the Department of Homeland Security said. U.S. and Chinese authorities were …

Borno Suicide Attacks: Lawmakers Demand Improved Military Strategy, Accountability Amidst growing concern over the deteriorating security landscape in Nigeria, the National Assembly convened on Wednesday to address the shocking suicide bombing attacks that ravaged Gwoza town, Borno State. Lawmakers at the red chamber were filled with dismay and outrage as they reflected on the tragic events of Saturday, June 29th, …

Use your service year to strengthen Nigeria Unity -Adeleke admonishes corp members Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has urged corps’ members to use their service year as an avenue to rebuild, reconstruct, and strengthen Nigeria’s unity, just as he assured them of his government’s commitment to ensuring their security and welfare throughout. The governor, represented by the secretary to …

Odatiwa Women Initiatives: Aiyedatiwa Kickstarts Distribution OF Food To Rural Communities. In a bid to alleviate the hardship faced by women in rural communities, the Odatiwa Women Initiatives, spearheaded by the Special Adviser on Women Affairs, Dr Seun Osamaye, has kicked off the distribution of food and relief materials. This initiative, championed by Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, aims …