By Ayomide Otitoju Katsina State Governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has officially announced the funeral arrangements for former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in a London hospital on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 82. Speaking at a press briefing on Monday, Governor Radda revealed that following consultations with the late President’s family…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, was laid to rest on Monday in a private ceremony at his residence in Igbeba, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. The revered monarch’s death, announced by Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, came just hours after the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, casting…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, a public holiday in honour of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away in London on Sunday at the age of 82. This was announced in a statement on Monday by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani. The declaration…
By Ayomide Otitoju The Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, has announced a ban on politicians and government officials from speaking on church podiums during services, in a move aimed at preserving the sanctity of Christian worship and deterring political interference. The directive, issued through a memo signed by the Most Revd Dr Henry Ndukuba, Primate…
By Ayomide Otitoju Students and staff of Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, are set to benefit from enhanced digital connectivity following the launch of two innovative services—GloShare and the Mobile Community Telephony Plan—by leading digital solutions provider, Globacom. The unveiling ceremony, held on the university’s main campus, marked a strategic step in Globacom’s drive to…
By Ayomide Otitoju Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has expressed willingness to reconsider the renaming of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, to Omololu Olunloyo Polytechnic, provided that strong, merit-based arguments are presented by stakeholders. The proposed name change has drawn significant criticism from alumni and students, who argue that the institution’s identity and legacy are being undermined….
By Ayomide Otitoju Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has categorically denied media reports suggesting her defection from the Labour Party to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing the claims as “false, inaccurate, and a complete fabrication.” In an interview with The Whistler on Saturday, Kingibe reaffirmed her commitment to the Labour…
By Ayomide Otitoju Former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, has passed away at the age of 81. The news was confirmed on Sunday by his former aide, Bashir Ahmad, who announced the former leader’s death in a London clinic. “The family of the former president has announced the passing on of Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this…
By Ayomide Otitoju President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to prioritise the completion of all critical yet abandoned projects across the Niger Delta region, as part of renewed efforts to accelerate regional development. The President gave the directive during the 25th anniversary celebration of the NDDC held in Port…
