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Lasting security begins with defeating ignorance and hopelessness, says defence minister

Defence Minister Gen. Christopher Musa says true and lasting national security must rest on defeating ignorance, conquering hopelessness and defending democratic values, not just military force.

Why a 75-year-old pilot flew the aircraft that landed on a Delta road, says NCAA

The NCAA says the pilot who landed a private aircraft on a Delta road is 75 and held a US licence, while it faults the unauthorized takeoff.

Makinde-backed PDP Faction Picks Jonathan as Sole Presidential Candidate

KEY POINTS A PDP faction backed by Seyi Makinde has adopted former President Goodluck...

Makinde Opens Door for Talks as Oyo School Kidnappers Hold Pupils, Teachers

KEY POINTS Governor Seyi Makinde says Oyo State is ready to listen to kidnappers’...

Oyo School Attack: Abducted Teacher Killed as Makinde Confirms Seven Educators Taken by Terrorists

KEY POINTS Seyi Makinde confirmed that one abducted mathematics teacher was killed in captivity...

PDP Crisis Deepens as Turaki Emerges Interim Chairman

KEY POINTS Kabiru Turaki has been appointed interim chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party...

APC Criticises Makinde Over ‘Operation Wetie’ Remarks at Ibadan Summit

KEY POINTS APC criticised Governor Seyi Makinde for remarks referencing a violent period in...

Makinde says Oyo 2027 successor decision is coming

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde revealed Sunday that his administration has begun a structured succession process for 2027 and will announce a preferred candidate in due course.

Makinde Crowns 14 Oyo Chiefs as Obas in Major Traditional Leadership Elevation

KEY POINTS Governor Makinde elevated 14 Oyo chiefs and Baales to crown-wearing Obas...

Makinde Clears Air After Tinubu Meeting, Says PDP Is Home

Makinde says he is staying in the PDP after meeting Tinubu, urging parties to work together for Nigeria’s future.

Oyo Says Agricultural Investments Have Cut Food Prices

Oyo State’s agricultural investment reforms are stabilizing food prices as Governor Makinde credits farm hubs, private partnerships, and infrastructure upgrades.

2027: I Have Capacity to be President, Says Makinde

Seyi Makinde discusses his capacity to lead Nigeria as president in 2027, focusing on rebuilding the PDP

Makinde Calls Out Atiku’s Silence on Ibadan Explosion, Lauds Obi’s Support

Governor Seyi Makinde expresses disappointment in Atiku Abubakar's silence on the Ibadan explosion, praising Peter Obi for his empathetic response.

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Lasting security begins with defeating ignorance and hopelessness, says defence minister

Defence Minister Gen. Christopher Musa says true and lasting national security must rest on defeating ignorance, conquering hopelessness and defending democratic values, not just military force.

Why a 75-year-old pilot flew the aircraft that landed on a Delta road, says NCAA

The NCAA says the pilot who landed a private aircraft on a Delta road is 75 and held a US licence, while it faults the unauthorized takeoff.

Gbajabiamila Faces Questions Over Disowning Council Listed In 2026 Budget

KEY POINTS Femi Gbajabiamila declared that the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC)...

Democracy Day Protest in Lagos Disrupted as Activists Accuse “Team Nigeria” Thugs of Attack

KEY POINTS Protesters in Lagos allege that suspected APC-linked thugs under the name “Team...