The Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has called on the Nigeria Police Force to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into the alleged attack on its campaign train in Ososa, Odogbolu local government area of the state.The State Chairman of the party, Dr Abayomi Tella, madeContinue Reading
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared zero tolerance for electoral malpractice in Ondo State, warning politicians and voters that anyone caught buying votes or instigating violence ahead of the 2027 general elections will face the full weight of the law. Speaking at a crucial stakeholders’ meeting in AkureContinue Reading
OYO, Nigeria — The ancient kingdom of Oyo is in mourning following the passing of its most senior and revered resident, “Baba,” a legendary tortoise said to be 420 years old. Tripod Times reports that the historic animal passed away on Monday at the palace of the Alaafin of Oyo,Continue Reading
Five men accused of involvement in the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have pleaded not guilty to amended charges brought against them before the Federal High Court in Abuja. Tripod Times reports that the defendants were re-arraigned on a seven-count amended chargeContinue Reading
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared the elimination of child labour a national priority as Nigeria intensifies efforts to protect children from exploitative work. The Federal Government has unveiled the National Policy on Child Labour and National Action Plan for the Elimination of Child Labour (2026–2030), setting out measures aimedContinue Reading
The management of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Osun State, has confirmed the death of a final-year student of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Oluwole Oluwaseun. The university said it received information about an emergency involving the student at an apartment in the Damico Area of Ooni Layout,Continue Reading
ABUJA— In a statement that has triggered widespread public backlash and a wave of internet irony, the Minister of Power, Chief Joseph Tegbe, claimed that recent improvements in the national power grid are so overwhelming that some Nigerians are actively begging him to reduce the electricity supply. Tripod Times reportsContinue Reading
