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Today, I join family, friends, political associates, and the good people of Ile-Oluji/Oke-Igbo in celebrating an exceptional leader, an accomplished administrator, and my beloved blood brother, Hon. Akinsuroju Temidayo Michael (ATM), on the joyous occasion of his birthday. Your life has been defined by unwavering commitment to service, humility in leadership, and an enduring passion […]

President Bola Tinubu has approved a salary increase of between 30 and 80 per cent for about 250,000 personnel of the Armed Forces, raising the military’s annual wage bill from N660bn to N924bn in what is the biggest upward review of military salaries under his administration. The new pay structure, which takes effect from September

The Ondo State Government has renewed its commitment to protecting the health and comfort of residents as it intensifies efforts to resolve the offensive odour disturbing some parts of Akure, the state capital. The unusual smell, which residents said has persisted for some weeks, has become noticeable mostly during the early hours of the morning,

With a heart full of gratitude, I, Hon. Niran Olanusi #IseOluwa, son of Supare-Akoko and House of Assembly hopeful for Akoko South West Constituency II, rejoice with our people on the announcement of our new monarch, His Royal Majesty Oba Adewale Richard Fasusi (Fadulu II), Olusupare of Supare-Akoko Kingdom. This moment reminds us of the

The political atmosphere in Akure received another boost on Monday as the Lion of Bourdillon Waves, a fast-growing socio-political movement made up largely of professionals, education experts and community-oriented leaders, held its fifth monthly meeting at its headquarters in Lafe, Akure. The meeting, held on August 3, 2026, provided an opportunity for members to review

By Segun Olatunji The global Christian community and specifically the white garment fold, is mourning! The white garment churches of Nigeria have a rhythm all their own. It is a tapestry woven from the deep thrum of the gangan (talking drum), the bright clash of cymbals, the sweet blast of trumpets, and the rustle of

In a remarkable display of gratitude and commitment to the journalism profession, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, has renovated the newsroom of The Hope newspaper, the media organisation where he began his career more than two decades ago. The gesture, which has been widely applauded by journalists

A growing number of residents in different parts of Akure, the Ondo State capital, have expressed concern over a persistent and offensive smell that has become a regular occurrence during the early hours of the day. The unpleasant odour, which residents described as unbearable and potentially hazardous to health, is said to be affecting communities

The South African government has rejected claims that Nigerian singer Ayra Starr and members of her team were denied visas into the country. The South African Consul-General to Nigeria, Prof Bobby Moroe, in an interview with Saturday PUNCH on Friday, said immigration authorities had no record of any visa application or rejection involving the singer

Afrobeats star Davido has revealed plans to venture into acting and film production, with the singer set to co-executive produce upcoming films alongside filmmaker and longtime collaborator Dammy Twitch. In a recent interview with VIBE magazine, the award-winning Afrobeats star revealed that he is set to appear in a film in 2026 while also co-executive