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In a heartwarming display of gratitude and political alignment, the Ona-Ara chapter of the Senior Citizens Association has declared its allegiance to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), inspired by the life-changing initiatives of Hon. Chief (Dr.) Ezekiel Temitope Oladimeji, widely known as OTOPE. The landmark declaration took place during the OTOPE Foundation Medical Outreach for Retirees and the Elderly, held on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the Foundation’s office, Sheriff Bus Stop, off Akanran Road, Ibadan, in the Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency. Prophetess D.F. Idowu, the Association’s Treasurer, expressed her admiration for Dr. OTOPE’s humanitarian service. “With what we’ve heard about…

A Lagos High Court has sentenced Andrew Nice Ominikoron, a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) driver, to death by hanging for the gruesome murder of 22-year-old fashion designer, Bamise Ayanwola, News360 Nigeria reports. Justice Sherifat Sonaike delivered the judgment on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the Tafawa Balewa Square division of the court, bringing a dramatic end to a case that sparked national outrage. Bamise was declared missing in February 2022 after boarding a BRT bus operated by Ominikoron. Days later, her lifeless body was discovered, prompting public protests and renewed calls for improved safety measures on Nigeria’s public transportation systems. Throughout the…

Popular Nigerian social media personality and influencer, Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan, has been arrested by the Nigerian police in Abuja on the orders of Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank), following his public complaints about alleged unauthorised debits from his mother’s bank account, News360 Nigeria Confirming the arrest on Friday, Barrister Deji Adeyanju, legal counsel for VeryDarkMan, said officers of the Nigeria Police Force apprehended his client at Area 3, Abuja.The arrest was reportedly initiated by GTBank after VeryDarkMan made complaints about repeated debits from his mother’s account in the name of loan repayments. Adeyanju said, “My client, VeryDarkMan, was…

Seyi Tinubu Denies Ever Meeting NANS President Atiku Isah, Denounces Assault Allegations As ‘Fictional’ Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has denied ever discussing with Atiku Abubakar Isah, the President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS). He also dismissed claims that he led thugs to attack Atiku’s faction during a recent NANS event. In a statement on his Instagram page on Friday, Seyi Tinubu said he had “never knowingly met” Comrade Atiku Isah and strongly refuted all allegations linking him to any act of violence or political interference in student affairs. “I have never held a meeting to discuss…

Despite the alleged N1.2tn digital trading fraud that reportedly affected over 600,000 Nigerians, the embattled Crypto Bridge Exchange trading platform, accused of these acts, has resumed operations, announcing fresh withdrawal options in a move to restore investor confidence. Two traders on the CBEX platform confirmed to The PUNCH on Wednesday that the digital trading firm has quietly resumed operations, allowing new users to register, trade, and withdraw profits, despite ongoing investigations by regulatory agencies. According to the sources, an insurance verification process and an external audit of the company’s financial records are currently underway to ascertain the actual amount lost…

The Chairman house committee on local government, Chieftaincy matter and State Honors, Hon Olajide Akintunde AKT has extended warm birthday felicitations to the immediate past Special Adviser on Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters to the Governor, Hon. Adeyinka Kazim Bibire. In a released statement made available to Apollo Media news on Wednesday, Hon AKT described Hon. Bibire as a respected chieftain of People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and a seasoned politician whose unwavering commitment to public service continues to inspire the younger generation of leaders in Oyo State. “On this special occasion of your birthday, I celebrate you, Hon. Adeyinka Kazim…

It was a dramatic scene in Nnewi, the automobile hub of Anambra State, as a yet-to-be-identified man collapsed and became unconscious after allegedly smoking Colorado, a psychotropic drug, popularly known as “Colos” — the eponym for the popular slang “On Colos”. The incident, which occured on Wednesday, happened at the popular Nnewi Roundabout. The attention of this reporter, Izunna Okafor, was drawn to the incident, following the circulation of a video from the scene on social media, showing an unusual gathering of persons, with a young man lying unconscious at the centre with his clothes wet and muddy. The viral…

Afrobeat superstar Davido has condemned Nigeria’s government and leadership, calling them the worst he has ever experienced, while praising the entertainment industry for reshaping the country’s global image.Travel guides Speaking in a recent interview with Apple Music’s Ebro Darden, the award-winning singer expressed disappointment in Nigeria’s leadership but took pride in the achievements of the creative sector. “I am happy that entertainment switched the narrative. We [Nigerians] don’t have the best leaders. We have the worst governments,” Davido stated. He emphasized the role of music and culture in enhancing Nigeria’s reputation abroad, noting a surge in foreign interest in the…

As the world gathered in celebration of international Workers day, the leader, Lagelu local government legislative arm, Hon Idogbe Aduragbemi has felicitated with workers across Lagelu local government. In a statement issued today and made available through his media aide, Comrade Julius Olawale Akanmu quoted to have said: “As we usher in the new month of May, I extend my heartfelt felicitations to all residents of my great ward, Ward 5 and Lagelu Local Government as a whole. “On this momentous occasion of Workers’ Day, I wish to express my profound appreciation to all workers in Ward 5 and Lagelu…

In the feast of celebration of International Workers’ Day, Hon Olajide Akintunde AKT, representing Lagelu State Constituency has extended his felicitations to Nigerian workers. In his May Day message, Hon AKT emphasized the critical role of workers in driving national development and stressed the need for legislative actions that protect their rights and enhance workplace standards. He noted that the growing economic challenges require urgent government intervention to safeguard workers from instability and hardship. “The Nigerian workforce is the backbone of our economy, and we must prioritize their welfare through effective policies,” AKT stated. He called on both federal and…