A committee set up by Nigeria’s Minister of Education, Tahir Mamman, will meet on Wednesday with the representatives of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) over the issues fuelling the union’s threat of another strike. The planned meeting is part of the government’s efforts to avert lecturers’ strike in public universities. ASUU Vice President, … Read more
Older married women have been advised not to allow travelling abroad to care for their grandchildren to break the union they had enjoyed over the years with their husbands. Pastor Simeon Akanji of the Potters House Christian Mission, Ibadan, gave the advice at a Family Service organised by the Trinity Council Mission on Sunday. Mr … Read more
An Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court, Ibadan, on Tuesday, ordered the remand of two siblings: Latunde Alayemi, 50 and Ayoola Alayemi, 54, in a correctional facility over the alleged killing of a 49-year-old man. The duo, whose addresses were not provided, were charged with conspiracy and murder. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Magistrate, … Read more
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has called on the federal government to ensure the safety of journalists in the forthcoming gubernatorial elections in Ondo and Edo states. NUJ President, Chris Isiguzo, made the appeal in a state-of-the-nation address during the NUJ National Executive Convention (NEC), which ended in Ibadan on Sunday. The union implored … Read more
The final matchday of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season was a rollercoaster ride, with surprises and heartbreak unfolding across various centres. Ten matches saw a flurry of goals, with seven home wins, two away victories, and a single draw, bringing the total to a thrilling 29. The biggest prize, however, was continental qualification. … Read more
olice in Oyo State have arrested 20 suspected Yoruba nation agitators over Saturday’s alleged invasion of the state’s House of Assembly complex in Ibadan. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a group of persons allegedly invaded the complex located at the Government Secretariat vicinity in an attempt to take it over. Police spokesman … Read more
Following the death of the late Olubadan of Ibadan land, Lekan Balogun, on Thursday, Olalekan Olakulehin, the Balogun of Ibadanland and leader of the ‘military line’ in the Olubadan system is now next in line to ascend the throne. According to the Olubadan chieftaincy declaration, succession and elevation to the throne are achieved through promotion, … Read more
The late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, who died late Thursday, will be buried on Friday evening in Ibadan, a family member has announced. The late monarch, who died barely 72 hours after completing two years on the throne as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, will be buried at his Aliiwo ancestral home by … Read more
The name “Iya Niwe” may not ring a bell to Yoruba movie lovers in their 20s, but it holds a special place for those who cherish the films of the 90s. The post Remember Iya Niwe? See her recent photos appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. Read original article here Denial of responsibility! Pioneer Newz … Read more
The death toll from the explosion, which rocked Dejo Oyelese Street in Bodija, Ibadan, on Tuesday night, has risen to five. Special adviser on security matters to Oyo State Governor, Fatai Owoseni, disclosed this on Thursday morning while speaking during an interview monitored on Arise News. The explosion, which the state government said was caused … Read more
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