Abeokuta, 16, Nigeria

State police important to national security

The call for state police has been on the front burner of public discourse for many years. It has generated considerable controversy. Some citizens are against state police because of the fear of abuse by the state governors. They argue that governors will de…

2024-08-07 00:00

Ogun doctors embark on indefinite strike over pay disparity

Medical doctors in Ogun State, under the aegis of the Nigerian Medical Association have embarked on an indefinite strike following unresolved issues on pay disparity between federal and state medical workers. The State Chairman of the Medical Association, Dr.…

2024-08-06 18:37

Mpox Epidemiology and Risk Factors, Nigeria, 2022

Mpox Epidemiology and Risk Factors, Nigeria, 2022

2024-08-06 04:00

Two students who hacked MTN computers granted N100m bail

A Federal High Court in Lagos on Monday granted N50m bail each to two students of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic and Resign Regal Academy, Timothy  Oluwabukola and Anthony Odemerho, who allegedly hacked MTN Nigeria Communication computers and stole airtime and da…

2024-08-06 00:10

#EndBadGovernanceInNigeria: Ogun gov seeks understanding amidst economic challenges

The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has called for the patience and understanding of Nigerians, saying the Federal Government needs time and support for the impact of its economic policies to be felt by the citizens. Abiodun equally lauded students and you…

2024-08-05 18:20

Hunger protest: Tinubu’s speech attracts knocks, kudos

•Soyinka, PDP slam President’s address •NGO, others hail it •Protest organisers demand 1,150 detainees’ release The organisers of the #EndBadGovernance protest have demanded the release of 1,150 protesters allegedly arrested by the police during the first thr…

2024-08-04 23:53

I don’t shy away from responsibilities — CIIN President, Yetunde Ilori

The President of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria, Yetunde Ilori, speaks to OGHENOVO EGODO-MICHAEL about her career, rise to the top and other issues What inspired your decision to pursue a career in the insurance industry after studying Actuarial…

2024-08-03 23:54

Pyrates Confraternity not secret cult, says Soyinka

Nobel Laureate, Professor Wole Soyinka, on Friday, described corruption as a deadly cankerworm that lays great nations in ruins and puts the people at a great disadvantage. Soyinka stated that without attitudinal change and the readiness of everyone to begin …

2024-08-03 00:06

Oyo releases funds for Nigerian flag designer’s burial

The family of the designer of Nigeria’s flag, late Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, on Friday, announced that the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, had released funds for the burial of their patriarch. The PUNCH reports that his flag design was selected as the best in the…

2024-08-02 23:38

Oyo releases funds for burial of Nigerian flag designer, Pa Akinkunmi

The family of the designer of Nigeria’s flag, Late Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, on Friday, announced that the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde had released funds for the burial of their patriarch. The PUNCH reports that the deceased’s flag design was selected as the b…

2024-08-02 19:40