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By Efa Sunday  Former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, has officially been crowned the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. Rashed Ladoja, a former Oyo State governor, received the crown at the Ose Meji Temple in the Ibadan South-East Local Government Area of the state, after earlier receiving the traditional Akoko leaf at the Labosinde Compound, Oja’ba, Ibadan. Oba (Sen.) Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja seated at the historic Ose Meji Temple, Mapo, Ibadan after receiving the staff of Office presented by Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde The formal presentation of the staff of office was carried out by the Statw Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, before the galre of important dignarities who graced the occasion, including President Bola Tinubu, amongst others.  Ladoja became Olubadan-designate following the passing of the 43rd Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, who died on July 7, 2025. Others present at the ceremony are Alaafin Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade; Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba G...

By Efa Sunday  Members of the Rivers State House of Assembly are currently in an informal sitting session being presided over by Speaker, Martin Amaewhule, few hours after the emergency rule elapsed.  Speaker Martins Amaeehule An Order Paper for the day cited by Newspeak shows only one item, which is a Motion to Set Legislative Agenda for the Remainder of the Year for the 10th Assembly. Speaker Amaewhule arrived at legislative chambers at about 11:33 a.m. on Thursday, and he was received by some members of the 10th Assembly and some staff of the house of assembly.  Meanwhile a large crowd of residents have gathered around the Government House, awaiting the arrival of Governor Sim Fubara.    Photo credit :- Channels TV (Mammoth crowd gathered at Government House to receive Sim Fubara).  The Governor and his deputy are expected to take over the leadership of the state today, six months after President Bola Tinubu imposed emergency rule on the state. ...

By Efa Sunday President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the suspension of the six-month state of emergency imposed on Rivers State, paving the way for Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Deputy Governor Ngozi Nma Odu, and members of the Rivers State House of Assembly to return to their offices on Thursday, September 18, 2025. Tinubu made the announcement on Wednesday through a statement released shortly after his return from vacation. He explained that a review of the situation in Rivers indicated that peace and stability had been restored among the previously warring political factions. “I do not see why the state of emergency should continue a day longer than the six months originally pronounced,” Tinubu stated. “It gives me great pleasure to declare that the emergency in Rivers State shall end at midnight today, and all suspended officials shall resume duty immediately.” Background of the Crisis The President recalled that the emergency rule was declared to address what he described as a “t...

By Efa Sunday  The Independent National Electoral Commission on Wednesday officially recognised the David Mark-led leadership of the African Democratic Congress. This development followed a period of internal restructuring within the party, which culminated in the emergence of new national officers aimed at repositioning the ADC ahead of future electoral contests. Alongside Mark, other principal officers now officially acknowledged by INEC include Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola as National Secretary, Dr. Ibrahim Mani as National Treasurer, Akibu Dalhatu as National Financial Secretary, and Professor Oserheimen Aigberaodion Osunbor as National Legal Adviser. With this formal endorsement, the ADC leadership is expected to commence a nationwide reconciliation and mobilisation effort, as the party seeks to strengthen its presence across the country ahead of the 2027 general elections.

By Asiwaju S. T. Abiodun The 2025 edition of the Glorious Month Convention of Christ Followers Evangelical Ministry, Ilugusi Estate, Off Alegun/Oleyo Road, Odo-Ona Elewe, Ibadan, reached a defining moment on its fifth day with a deliverance service that drew worshippers into a deeply charged spiritual atmosphere. The session featured moments of deep intercession, healing, and testimonies of instant breakthroughs, both spiritual and physical, as congregants shared moving accounts of divine intervention. Presided over by the founder, Prophetess Esther Adebayo Adonai JP, and supported by Pastor Gbenga Olaleye alongside other ministers, the service featured intense prayers, healing sessions, and moments of salvation. Attendees testified instantly to divine encounters, sharing experiences of spiritual renewal and physical healing. In a passionate exhortation, Prophetess Adebayo Adonai called on Nigerians to return to God wholeheartedly, in order to enjoy the blessings of this year’s theme, ...

  By Efa Sunday  The Federal Government of Nigeria, has declared September 5 as a public holiday to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Maulud celebration. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the holiday on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, in a statement signed by Magdalene Ajani, permanent secretary of the ministry. Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and across the world on the occasion. He urged all Muslim faithfuls to reflect on the prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance and compassion, adding that such values are critical to building a united and prosperous nation. Tunji-Ojo also implored citizens, irrespective of faith, to use the celebration to pray for peace, security and stability in the country. “The celebration of Eid-ul-Mawlid offers us yet another opportunity to strengthen the bonds of brotherhood, promote peaceful coexistence, and imbibe the Prophet’s teachings of mutual respect and selfless service to humanity,” he said. The minister a...

By Efa Sunday  The College of Nursing Sciences, Moore Road, Calabar, has been selected to represent Cross River State at the zonal stage of the 2025 National Campus Debate, Nigeria’s flagship civic engagement platform for tertiary institutions. Source: NOA official X page The National Orientation Agency (NOA) made the announcement on Monday on its official X page, announcing that the institution emerged winner after a rigorous state-level selection process which ran from May to July 2025. Institutions across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory submitted debate video entries, with the top three shortlisted in each state before the final selection. Other South South representatives include Benson Idahosa University (Edo), Sports University of Nigeria, Idumuje-Ugboko (Delta), Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (Rivers), Nigerian Law School, Agudama (Bayelsa), and University of Uyo (Akwa Ibom). Source: NOA official X page The Zonal Face-to-Face Debates will be held from...

By S. T. Abiodun The 2025 edition of the annual “Glorious Month Convention” of Christ Followers Evangelical Ministry, also known as New Glory, commenced today, Monday, September 1, 2025, at the church auditorium located at Ilugusi Estate along Ojo Ekun Road, Odo-Ona Elewe, Ibadan. The month-long spiritual gathering, which runs from September 1 to October 1 every year, is renowned for its three major sessions; Morning Prayers, Fire Revival, and Powerful Vigil, designed to uplift worshippers spiritually and morally. This year’s theme is “Divine Restoration” (Idapada S’ipo) drawn from Joel 2:25. The opening session witnessed a packed auditorium as Lady Evangelist Bosede Jemiyo led the congregation in heartfelt praise and worship. Members danced joyfully as hymns 662 and 397 from the CAC hymn book were rendered with vibrant melodies. Expressing gratitude, worshippers thanked God for sparing their lives and families to witness another edition of the convention. According to the founder, Pro...