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The Nigerian Army wishes to inform the general public that the list of successful candidates for DSSC Course 28/2024 is out and can be accessed on recruitment.army.mil.ng/military-secre. Officer Cadet training will commence on 10 May 2024 at the NDA, Afaka, Kaduna. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS1. Candidate are to report to NDA, Afaka, Kaduna with the following:a. OriginalContinue reading "Army announces candidates for DSSC Course 28/2024"

President Bola Tinubu extended warm congratulations to Mr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Minister of Interior, on the occasion of his birthday.The Minister boasts impressive credentials in ICT, engineering, and public policy, and has twice served as a representative for Akoko North East/Akoko North West Federal Constituency of Ondo State in the House of Representatives, setting aContinue reading "Birthday: Don’t relent in transforming Interior Ministry, Tinubu implores BTO"

The national President of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Hon. Aminu Mu'azu Maifata, has conveyed his heartfelt message to local government workers on this International Labour Day.In his statement, he expressed gratitude on behalf of ALGON's National Executive Council, Board of Trustees, management, staff, and his family, celebrating the unique skills, patriotism,Continue reading "May Day: ALGON National President, Maifata, pleads for stronger local governance"

..as Minister of State for Youth expands NYSC Entrepreneurial Support with Strategic Partnerships The Minister of State for Youth Development, HM Ayodele Olawande, has expanded the Corpreneur Support Initiative (CSI) to empower corps members across Lagos, Kano, and Kaduna. During his visit to the NYSC camp in Karaye, Kano, he presented the initiative, which offersContinue reading "Corpreneur: More corps members benefit in Lagos, Kano, Kaduna"

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE President Bola Tinubu heartily congratulates Nigerian workers on the auspicious occasion of Workers' Day held annually to celebrate the lifeblood of our country.The President salutes Nigerian workers for their fidelity to the peace, progress, and development of the nation evident in their tireless efforts and patriotic zeal to keep the nationalContinue reading "May Day: President Tinubu addresses workers"

In a recent primary election of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, Party in Ondo State, the Kalesanwa socio-political group emerged as a pivotal force, throwing its weight behind the candidacy of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Led by Mr. Moyosola Niran-Oladunni, the group actively supported his aspiration citing a desperate need for change after years ofContinue reading "Ondo Guber: Kalesanwa group urges reconciliation, unity after APC Primary Election"

The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, congratulates and praises the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji Ojo, popularly called BTO, on his 42nd birthday.Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, a former Member of the House of Representatives who represented the good people of Akoko North East and Akoko North West Federal Constituency and served meritoriously asContinue reading "@42: Aiyedatiwa eulogises BTO as a major face of Renewed Hope Agenda"

..urges Parents to become more active in their Children’s Education ..appeals to Government to make more commitment to Education The recently released 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) have revealed a concerning trend. According to the data, the overall pass rate was only 24%, indicating aContinue reading "ODHA Majority Leader expresses disappointment with 2024 UTME Examination results"

Ewatomilola Emiola-OwoeyeTraditionally, May 1st, also known as May Day, is always observed as Workers Day, where all workers gather to celebrate with friends and family, commemorating the workers and labourers whose vital work keeps countries and businesses worldwide running smoothly. Much as the Day is for celebrating workers all over the world, it would notContinue reading "Tunji-Ojo: Declaring a public holiday in honour of an exceptional Minister on his birthday"

This training affords you the opportunity to gain valuable skills set that would boost your confidence, communication abilities and competitiveness in the global market.*Why YOU should attend?*This training would help you achieve one of the following:1. Acing Job Interviews and CV writing to land jobs with KPMG, Deloitte, PWC, MTN, Dangote etc2. LinkedIn Optimization3. PositioningContinue reading "Jobberman presents a One-Day Soft Skill Training for Women and Girls in Ondo"

..as CMD bemoans increased rate of mental illnesses due to economic hardship   In an effort to contribute to the promotion of mental health awareness campaign in Nigeria, the Rotary Action Group on Mental Health and Wellness of Rotary club District 9125 Zone 1, on Tuesday championed donation of relief materials to support the upkeep ofContinue reading "Mental Health Awareness: Rotary Club donates relief materials to Ondo state Neuropsychiatric hospital"

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has lauded the scrutiny of the governorship primary election process, by the National Working Committee, and its subsequent endorsement of the outcome of the exercise that took place on the 20th of April, 2024.The party viewed the decision of the highest organ of the ruling party asContinue reading "Guber primary: Ondo APC hails endorsement of result by NWC"

..describes the victory as evidence of his popularity among party members General Bolanle Ajayi, the First Female Army General in Ondo State, has extended her congratulations to Governor Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa on securing the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidacy for the upcoming November gubernatorial election in the state. Governor Aiyedatiwa emerged victorious in the APCContinue reading "Guber:  First female Army General in Ondo celebrates Aiyedatiwa for clinching APC ticket"

- NWC endorses appeal Committee report, ratifies primary outcome The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Umar Abdullahi Ganduje, on Monday presented Certificate of Return to the Governor of Ondo State, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, as the candidate of the APC in the November 16 governorship election in the State.The certificate wasContinue reading "2024: Aiyedatiwa receives  APC Certificate of Return"

Morenikeji Adeleke, a well-known gospel singer, also known as Egbin Orun, has been buried amidst tears.The news of her death was released in an Instagram post on Sunday by her fellow singer Esther Igbekele. Igbekele shared her shock and sadness, saying, “Egbin Orun left suddenly without saying goodbye.”She mentioned that they had recently spoken andContinue reading "Popular Prophetess, Egbin Orun, buried amidst tears"

..as Ministry of Education endorses Ejiro Umukoro's ‘Distortion’ for schools LightRay! Media, a leading name in media, journalism and publishing is thrilled to announce the approval of the ground-breaking book ‘Distortion’ by acclaimed international multi-award winning communications specialist, writer, journalist, trainer and facilitator, Ejiro ‘LadyE’ Umukoro. Umukoro, a recipient of the Distinguished Changemaker Award fromContinue reading "A literary triumph for women in media, journalism"

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Jim Ovia, CFR, renowned banker and businessman, as the Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).Mr. Ovia is the founder of one of Nigeria's leading banks and a respected business leader, with a surfeit of efforts and benefaction towards nurturing and empoweringContinue reading "Just in: Tinubu appoints Jim Ovia as Chairman, Nigerian Education Loan Fund"

The Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, on Friday launched an educational support fund for children of late journalists and female journalists who are widows in the State.A total of ten beneficiaries were presented with N50,000 each as by the CPS, who promised that the gesture will be repeatedContinue reading "Ondo: Aiyedatiwa’s Chief Press Secretary succours widows in media"

The Ogun State Police Command has nabbed two brothers, Olamijuwon Noibi and Lukman Olatunbosun, for alleged gang rape in Oke Eri, Atan Ijebu Area of Ogun.PUNCH Metro learnt from a reliable police source, on Thursday, that Noibi deceitfully invited the victim, Aminat Yakub, to his apartment, and then allegedly assaulted her sexually, conspiring with hisContinue reading "Two brothers nabbed for alleged gang-rape"

..prays for wisdom, good health for Aiyedatiwa to lead Hon. Davies Obafemi Aboluwodi, a stalwart of the APC in the UK and a respected figure from Ifon in Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on his recent victory in the APC primary election held onContinue reading "UK-based APC Leader,  Aboluwodi, extends congratulations to Aiyedatiwa as Party Candidate"

A chieftain of the All Progressive Congress Party, APC,  Prince Akin-Odesanmi Odoginyon, has extended his congratulations to Governor Lucky Ayedatiwa of Ondo State on his victory in the recent APC primary election. From his base in the United Kingdom via a congratulatory message made available to JATS Online Newspaper, Odoginyon commended Ayedatiwa's leadership qualities  displayedContinue reading "Ondo: Odoginyon nudges other APC aspirants to support Aiyedatiwa, avoid anti-party activities"

On World Book Day 2024, the DOLTMA PEARLS FOUNDATION generously distributed copies of a sex education book to underprivileged students across Ondo State. Led by Leah Tolulope Akinfiresoye, the NGO marked the occasion on April 23rd, 2024, with a program benefiting approximately 800 recipients in nine public primary schools and one orphanage home in Akure,Continue reading "Book Day 2024: DOLTMA PEARLS Foundation donates book on sex education to pupils in Ondo"

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission,  EFCC, Mr Ola Olukoyede has disclosed that he made personal efforts to invite a former governor of Kogi State, Mr. Yahaya Adoza Bello to respond to investigations regarding his alleged involvement in money laundering to the tune of N80,246,470,089.88 (Eighty Billion, Two Hundred and Forty-Six Million,Continue reading "How Yahaya Bello declined EFCC’s invitation for interrogation – Olukoyede"

In a resounding display of solidarity and support, the Majority Leader of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Hon. Oluwole Emmanuel Ogunmolasuyi, representing Owo Constituency 1, has extended heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa on his triumphant victory in the just concluded All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial primary election.In a statement issuedContinue reading "Aiyedatiwa’s emergence as APC candidate, a testament to his leadership qualities- Ogunmolasuyi"

- as Governor pays 'Thank You' visit to party secretariat Following his victory in last weekend's primary election of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Ondo State Governor, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Monday paid a 'Thank You' visit to the State Secretariat of the party in Akure.Accompanied by some party leaders and a crowd ofContinue reading "2024: Aiyedatiwa’s credibility ‘ll give APC victory in November-Adetimehin"

A chiefain of the All Progressives Congress Party from Ifon in Ose LGA, Hon. Adedayo Orisadare  also known as Experience 001 has  congratulated Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa on his victory at the party's primary held last Saturday, describing it as a welcome development. The Federal House of Representatives aspirant in the Owo/Ose Federal Constituency inContinue reading "Ondo: Orisadare congratulates Aiyedatiwa as APC candidate, urges other aspirants’ support"

Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has congratulated Prof. Robert Ajayi Boroffice, the Asiwaju of Akokoland, as he marks his 75th birthday.According to him, Boroffice, a distinguished figure who has served as Deputy Leader of the Senate and Director General of the National Space Research and Development Agency, stands as a beacon of statesmanship,Continue reading "@75: You’re a beacon of statesmanship, Aiyedatiwa celebrates Boroffice"

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASEPresident Bola Tinubu will on Tuesday, April 23, depart Abuja for the Kingdom of the Netherlands on an official visit.On the invitation of the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Mark Rutte, President Tinubu will engage in high-level discussions with the Prime Minister, as well as hold separate meetings withContinue reading "Tinubu set to visit Netherlands, attend WEF in Saudi Arabia"

The Minister of Interior, Hon. (Dr) Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has congratulated Ondo State, Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, over his emergence as the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming November governorship election in the state.The Governor polled the highest number of votes in the primary election held on Saturday and was declared winner byContinue reading "Ondo Guber: Interior Minister congratulates Aiyedatiwa as APC flag Bearer"

ACCEPTANCE SPEECH DELIVERED BY HIS EXCELLENCY, HON LUCKY ORIMISAN AYEDATIWA, AFTER THE DECLARATION AND AFFIRMATION OF THE RESULT OF THE GOVERNORSHIP PRIMARY ELECTION OF THE ALL PROGRESSIVES CONGRESS IN AKURE, ON SUNDAY, 21ST APRIL 2024. A TIME TO WIN TOGETHER The internally orchestrated heavy politics within our party, APC, in search of our flag-bearer inContinue reading "Ondo: Aiyedatiwa wins APC Primary, gives acceptance speech"

..threatens court action if not addressed In a startling turn of events, the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election in Ondo State has come under intense scrutiny after Engr. Folakemi Omogoroye, a female gubernatorial aspirant, vehemently denounced the process, alleging widespread irregularities and calling for its immediate cancellation. The primary, scheduled for April 20th, 2024,Continue reading "Ondo: Female aspirant seeks cancellation of APC Primary"

..Oke, Akinterinwa, other aspirants call for cancellation ..Governor Ododo commends stakeholders, party members over massive turnout in Ondo Primaries Kogi State Governor and chairman of the Ondo State All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship primary election committee has commended stakeholders and members of the party in Ondo state for their orderly conduct and massive turnout duringContinue reading "Ondo APC Primary: Aiyedatiwa leads, thanks supporters"

President Bola Tinubu will on Monday, April 22, open the African Counter-Terrorism Summit in Abuja. Nigeria, with the support of the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), is organizing a high-level African counter-terrorism summit under the theme, 'Strengthening Regional Cooperation and Institution Building to Address the Evolving Threat of Terrorism', in Abuja, from April 22Continue reading "Just in: TINUBU TO OPEN AFRICAN COUNTER-TERRORISM SUMMIT IN ABUJA"

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the following qualified Nigerians to the Board of the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM): (1) Ms. Halima Kyari -- Chairperson (2) Mr. Olusegun Ayo Omosehin -- Commissioner for Insurance (3) Mr. Olawoye Gam-Ikon -- Deputy Commissioner (Technical Operations) (4) Dr. Usman Ankara Jimada --Continue reading "Just in: TINUBU APPOINTS BOARD OF NATIONAL INSURANCE COMMISSION"

The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, on Friday, led a test run of the newly installed electronic gates (e-gates) at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, affirming that the project was almost completed. Tunji-Ojo announced plans to deploy the e-gates for full operation by the following week. Joining him were top officials including theContinue reading "Just in: FG test runs e-Gates at Airport"

In continuation of his efforts to support media outlets in Ondo State, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, on Friday donated alternative power supply devices (power banks) to Owena Press Limited, publishers of The Hope Newspaper, in Akure. 30 pieces of 20,000mah power banks were donated to the editorial staff ofContinue reading "Ondo: CPS donates 30 Power Banks to Owena Press’ journalists"

The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Ondo State Chapter, is seeking a collaboration with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the state to enhance voter education, particularly for women. During a courtesy visit to the INEC office, the State Chairperson of NAWOJ, Comrade Tola Gbadamosi, emphasized the importance of empowering women and youthsContinue reading "Ondo NAWOJ seeks INEC’s collaboration on voter’s education for women"

The birth of a child is supposed to be a rewarding journey filled with love, joy, and fulfillment for women, and it is so for some mothers. However, for mothers who birth children with autism, the reverse is the case, as this motherhood journey often comes with unique and significant challenges.According to the Centre forContinue reading "Insights into the challenges faced by Autism Moms"

Stakeholders are advocating for increased participation of women in leadership roles, stressing its importance in policy-making. This call was made at the inaugural Women summit organized by the Nigerian Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ)  South West Zone B, held in Akure the Ondo state capital. Hon. Mrs. Olawunmi Fayemi, Chairperson of the Ondo state HouseContinue reading "NAWOJ Summit: Stakeholders advocate increased female representation in leadership roles"

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, today rounded off his campaign tours at Akoko North West, Akoko North East and Akoko South East.Governor Aiyedatiwa who started his campaign tour 7 days ago to all the 18 local government areas of the State has been receiving a very warm receptions.The Zaki of Arigidi Akoko, Oba, Yisa Olanipekun, the OlukareContinue reading "Pry Election: Aiyedatiwa successfully rounds off Campaign tours with assurances of victory"

The Minister of Interior, Hon (Dr) Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has stressed the urgent need to address corruption as a major threat to security. To this end,he initiated a strategic partnership with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) to tackle corruption head-on. The strategic partnership was initiated on Tuesday, when Dr. Tunji-Ojo paidContinue reading "Corruption: Interior Minister seeks partnership with ICPC"

..promises to make Ondo the Africa-Dubai state Thousands of youth from 203 wards of Ondo state with APC valid membership cards have endorsed Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, CFR as their only choice on Saturday for the All Progressives Congress gubernatorial primary election. They gave the assurance at a youth conference organized by the Senator for aboutContinue reading "Ondo Guber:  Jimoh Ibrahim organises empowerment conference for 4,000 APC youths"

..calls for unity ahead APC Primary election as he visits Owo, Ose, Akoko LGAs Days before the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries in Ondo state, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa passionately urged fellow contestants to reject smear campaigns and uphold peaceful conduct.Addressing journalists after visiting the ancient palace of Olowo of Owo, Oba Ajibade Gbadegesin, Ogunoye III,Continue reading "Dispelling Rumors: Aiyedatiwa reaffirms commitment to ongoing Projects in Owo"

..says administration is resolute in achieving economic security in a fair, equitable system for all Pesident Bola Tinubu says his administration remains undeterred in its pursuit of comprehensive economic security for the country while addressing foundational challenges and creating a fair and equitable system in which all Nigerians can thrive.Speaking when he received leaders ofContinue reading "TINUBU RECEIVES LEADERS OF AFENIFERE"

Prof. Abdulkarim Kana, the national legal adviser of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has said the party is yet to be served with the order of the Kano State High Court suspending Abdullahi Ganduje, the chairman of the party, from office. Kana said this when he spoke with newsmen at the party’s national secretariat onContinue reading "We’ve not received Ganduje’s suspension order- APC"

PRESS RELEASE POLICE ARREST TWO IN CONNECTION WITH ILLEGAL REGISTRATION OF PARTY MEMBERS IN THEIR HIDEOUT On Wednesday, 17th April, 2024, the Police received an intel that one Mr Ariyo, a transporter in Ondo town was registering APC Party members at his residence ahead of the party primaries slated for 20th of April, 2024 PoliceContinue reading "Just in: Ondo Police arrest Two APC members with illegal members register"

The Kano State High Court has granted an ex parte order restraining the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, from parading himself as a member of the party.Subsequently, the court ordered that henceforth, Ganduje should desist from presiding over all affairs of the National Working Committee of the APC.The application granted byContinue reading "Court affirms Ganduje’s suspension as APC Chairman, member"

Pascal Okechukwu, better known as Cubana Chief Priest, received a N10 million bail with two sureties of similar amount from the Federal High Court in Lagos State. The renowned businessman and socialite pleaded not guilty to charges of tampering with the nation's currency under the Central Bank Act of 2007.Facing allegations of spraying and tamperingContinue reading "Just in: Lagos Court grants Cubana Chief Priest N10m bail for alleged Naira abuse"

The attention of the Mayowa Akinfolarin Campaign Organization has been drawn to another fictitious news making the rounds that our principal, Rt. Hon. Mayowa Akinfolarin, has received a humongous amount of money from HE Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the governor of Ondo State.The organization would normally ignore these concocted lies by the media henchmen of Mr. Governor,Continue reading "RE: AKINFOLARIN RECEIVED $1M TO STEP DOWN FOR GOV. AIYEDATIWA"