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The Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has reiterated the need for a national security overhaul, emphasizing that the current centralized policing structure has become overstretched and ineffective. Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin made this call at a Legislative Dialogue on Nigeria’s Security Architecture, themed “Nigeria’s Peace and Security : The Constitutional Imperatives” in Abuja Highlighting the devastating impact of insecurity nationwide, Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin detailed the widespread challenges plaguing Nigeria—from insurgency in the Northeast to banditry and kidnappings in the North and the herder-farmer clashes in the South, which threaten food security.…

A court in the United Kingdom has sentenced one Adewale Kudabo, a York hospital worker who sexually assaulted a patient, to one year in jail. Alex Menary, the judge, said Kudabo had “abused the trust” placed in him as a medical professional. Kudabo had pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual assault on the first day of his trial in April. Menary said the victim had “placed her trust” in Kudabo and told him: “You abused that trust. On June 10, the judge jailed Kudabo for one year and said he must serve half of the sentence before he is…

Popular Ibadan-based broadcaster, Oriyomi Hamzat, has expressed strong confidence in his chances of becoming the next governor of Oyo State if he chooses to contest in the 2027 election. Speaking during a recent live broadcast, Hamzat reacted sharply to a caller from abroad who advised him against running for office. The caller had suggested that although Hamzat is widely regarded as a man of the people, he should not rely on public goodwill to translate into electoral support, claiming that voters might not back him when it matters. The caller said, “Don’t listen to those who are saying Oyo is…

The media team giving updates on the legislative duties and State activities has congratulated their boss representing Lagelu State Constituency in Oyo State Assembly assembly, Hon Olajide Akintunde AKT on his sixth years in office, saying he has made remarkable success and impactful representation over the years. According to the statement, “today it gladdens our hearts to rejoice, congratulate and appreciate our boss and leader, Hon Olajide Akintunde as you mark your sixth years in office as the representative of Lagelu State Constituency, Oyo State. The media team expressed joy and privilege to be under his tutelage and to work…

Melissa Hortman, a United States lawmaker, has been killed by a shooter in Minnesota. Confirming the incident, Tim Walz, Minnesota governor, said Hortman, a democratic politician, and her husband were killed by the shooter at their home. In another incident in the state, Walz said John Hoffman, also a democratic lawmaker, and his wife were also shot. The governor said Hoffman and his wife were each “shot multiple times”, adding that they are out of surgery and he is cautiously optimistic that they will survive “this assassination attempt”. He added that the incident was an “act of targeted political violence”.…

Nyesom Wike, minister of the federal capital territory (FCT), says those criticising the N39 billion spent renovating the Abuja International Conference Centre (AICC) “do not have good taste”. The minister spoke on Friday at the inauguration of the newly constructed left-hand service carriageway in Abuja, the nation’s capital. In March, Wike announced that the FCT administration was spending N39 billion to renovate the centre which has now been renamed after President Bola Tinubu after it was inaugurated on Tuesday. The FCT administration came under criticism over the money spent renovating the facility. According to Channels Television, Wike said, “The only…

The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly and Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has charged young leaders to challenge existing norms in governance, politics, and entrepreneurship. Speaking at the Limitless Leadership Eversion Programme held at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin delivered an inspiring address, drawing from his personal leadership journey and the obstacles he overcame to emerge as one of Nigeria’s most influential young politicians. He urged Nigerian youths to push boundaries in their pursuit of excellence. “Leadership is not just about…

Oyo State House of Assembly member representing Lagelu State Constituency, Hon Olajide Akintunde fondly called AKT has felicitated with counterpart from Oluyole, Hon Waheed Akintayo ‘Ilumoka Presenter’ on the occasion of his birthday, praising his remarkable contributions to legislative affairs and grassroots development. In a statement released through Apollo Media, Hon AKT commended Hon Akintayo, who’s the chairman House Committee on Information, Media, Public Affairs, and ICT, for his dedication to public service and commitment to transparency in governance. He further described him as an exemplary figure whose career has bridged the gap between the people and the government. “Hon.…

The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly and Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has celebrated Hon. Waheed Akintayo, popularly known as Ilumoka Presenter on the occasion of his birthday, praising his remarkable contributions to legislative affairs and grassroots development. In a heartfelt birthday message, Speaker Ogundoyin lauded Hon. Akintayo, who represents Oluyole State Constituency and chairs the House Committee on Information, Media, Public Affairs, and ICT, for his dedication to public service and commitment to transparency in governance. “Hon. Waheed Akintayo is not only a seasoned media professional…

Bhoomi Chauhan, a business administration student who was meant to be on the ill-fated Air India plane that crashed with 242 people, has recounted how she missed the flight by just 10 minutes. Chauhan, who lives in Bristol with her husband, was in India for a holiday and was turned back by the airline staff after arriving at the Ahmedabad Airport less than an hour before departure. The Air India plane crashed near the airport in Ahmedabad, a western city in India, shortly after take-off. Only Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, a British national, who was in seat 11A of the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner…