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  • Alleged fake admission: Student threatens Achievers varsity with N500m lawsuit

    Alleged fake admission: Student threatens Achievers varsity with N500m lawsuit

    • Pro Chancellor aware, talking with the family to resolve it—Management

    A 200-LEVEL Law student of Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State, Akinlolu Richard Omisade, has threatened a N500 million lawsuit against his institution for allegedly offering him admission not presented to the Joint Admission Matriculation Board(JAMB).

    Omisade in a letter of protest through his lawyer, Barrister Abdulfatai Abdulsalam, submitted and received at the office of the Vice-Chancellor, a copy made available to newsmen in Osogbo capital of Osun State, described the admission offered to him by the school as ‘fake’.

    The letter stated that Omisade’s admission process was discovered to have been poorly and negligently handled by the institution with his name not sent to the JAMB for proper consideration.

    According to the petition, “Our client was offered admission to study Law in your institution by virtue of an admission letter dated 16th August, 2024.

    “Upon investigation through the JAMB portal, it was discovered that our client was not genuinely admitted by your school. His name was not found on the JAMB portal for law admission in your school. This implies that his details were not forwarded to JAMB by your institution for the purpose of admission into the Law programme.”

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    Omisade through his lawyer warned that “Failure to comply will compel us to notify the National Universities Commission (NUC), JAMB and CLE of your institution’s improper mode of admitting students through unverifiable means.”

    When The Nation contacted the Public Relations Officer of the institution, Mr Olaniyi Adekanye, he said “We are talking with the family to resolve the situation. The Pro Chancellor of the institution is aware of the matter and we are currently holding a meeting about it.”

  • LASTMA rescues injured victim as truck plunges off Oshodi bridge

    LASTMA rescues injured victim as truck plunges off Oshodi bridge

    The officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) on Saturday rescued a severely injured man after a fully loaded six-tyre truck plunged off the Oshodi Bridge, Lagos, into the terminal ditch.

    The accident, which occurred along the Oshodi-Oke inward Mile 2 axis, involved a truck with registration number AKD 135 YK, reportedly laden with tonner printing materials.

    Preliminary investigations revealed that the vehicle suffered a brake failure while descending the bridge, causing it to lose control and tumble off the carriageway.

    Eyewitnesses said the crash could have resulted in multiple casualties but for the prompt intervention of LASTMA operatives who arrived at the scene within minutes. The officers immediately launched rescue operations, successfully extricating a male victim trapped in the wreckage.

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    The injured man was quickly rushed to a nearby medical facility for urgent treatment, while the truck driver was arrested and handed over to officers from the Makinde Police Station, Oshodi, for further investigation into the cause of the brake failure and other contributing factors.

    To prevent secondary accidents, LASTMA officials swiftly cordoned off the area, diverted traffic, and supervised the removal of the wrecked vehicle, restoring normal traffic flow in record time.

    Commending the operatives for their professionalism, the General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Bakare Oki, praised their courage and adherence to safety protocols during the operation.

    He reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to maintaining traffic order and public safety, especially during the ember months, when vehicular movement and accident risks tend to increase.

    Oki disclosed that heavy-duty recovery vehicles and mini trucks had been strategically deployed across Lagos’ five administrative divisions, supported by over 2,700 personnel stationed at critical traffic points to ensure round-the-clock emergency response.

    He urged motorists to prioritize vehicle maintenance and obey traffic laws, stressing that LASTMA remains steadfast in its mission to safeguard lives and property on Lagos roads.

  • Diasporans, tourists, others to grace Ogbomoso Cradles Carnival

    Diasporans, tourists, others to grace Ogbomoso Cradles Carnival

    THe 2025 edition of the Ogbomoso Cradles Carnival, the flagship initiative of the traditional ruler of Ogbomoso, Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III, is scheduled to take place from December 18 to 22.

     The carnival is under the monarch’s 25-year development agenda for Ogbomosoland,  the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Hon. Segun Dokun Odebunmi, said at a press conference held at the palace of the Soun.

     According to Odebunmi, the carnival was created to promote Ogbomoso’s rich cultural heritage, foster unity among its people, and showcase the city’s uniqueness to the world.

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     He stated, “The Ogbomoso Cradles Carnival is more than a cultural display; it is a vision—a platform to showcase our heritage, promote our identity, and restore the dignity of Ogbomosoland.”

     He recalled that the inaugural edition in 2024 attracted over 10,000 visitors, including indigenes from the diaspora, corporate sponsors, and tourists, noting that the event has become a model for cultural celebrations in Oyo State. “Last year’s success inspired several communities across Oyo State. It also led to the establishment of a campus of the Nigerian Academy for Cultural Studies (NACUS) and its inclusion in both the state and federal cultural calendars,” Odebunmi added.

  • 2026: Ex-Ekiti PDP assembly candidate, others join APC

    2026: Ex-Ekiti PDP assembly candidate, others join APC

    The political base of the opposition People’s Democratic Party on Thursday further depleted, as its former House of Assembly candidate, Hon Niyi Adeogun and other topnotches dumped the party for the All Progressives Congress.

    The defectors said they took the action because they were fascinated by the economic reforms being undertaken by President Bola Tinubu and the superlative achievements of Governor Biodun Oyebanji, at both the central and Ekiti State, respectively.

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    Adeogun, who spoke while being received by APC bigwigs at his Erinmope/Aaye Oja/Irare Ward, in Moba Local Government, on Monday, commended the populist and welfarist programmes being prosecuted by the Oyebanji-led government.

    The former PDP chieftain hinged his defection on the way Oyebanji has superintended over Ekiti and pursuing inclusive governance that accommodates politicians across party lines, students, women, artisans, civil servants and people at all strata of the society.

    Adeogun saluted the governor for spearheading an aggressive rural development strategy across the state, especially the opening up of rural areas in Moba Council by reconstructing  Erinmope-Irare road and others to widen the scope of food production to catapult Ekiti to a food security status.

  • Ododo lauds Tinubu over appointment of Chief of Army Staff

    Ododo lauds Tinubu over appointment of Chief of Army Staff

    Governor  Ahmed Ododo of Kogi State has  appreciated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the appointment of Major General Waidi Shaibu as Chief of Army Staff.

    The Kogi government, in a statement, expressed  gratitude to  President  Tinubu on the appointment.

    In a statement issued in Lokoja by the State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, the State Governor,  Alhaji Ahmed Ododo, described the appointment as a clear demonstration of the President’s commitment to fairness, equity, and recognition of merit in national service.

    Ododo noted that the elevation of Major General Shaibu is a source of pride and inspiration to the people of Kogi State, stressing that the appointee’s record of professionalism, discipline, and dedication to duty stands him out as a fine officer and true patriot.

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     The governor expressed confidence in the ability of the new Chief of Army Staff to deliver on the mandate of strengthening the Nigerian Army to defend the nation and sustain ongoing efforts to improve security across the country.

    While congratulating Major General Shaibu on his appointment, Ododo assured Tinubu  of the unflinching support and loyalty of the government and people of Kogi State to his administration.

    He also prayed for divine wisdom and protection for the new Army Chief as he discharged his duties in the service of the nation.

  • Bad oral hygiene can lead to hypertension – Expert

    Bad oral hygiene can lead to hypertension – Expert

    A consultant Family Dentist, Ifako Ijaiye General Hospital, Lagos,  Dr. Babalola Castano, has warned that bad oral hygiene can lead to hypertension from bacteria impacting the bloodstream of the patient.

    Castano stated this in Lagos, yesterday, during an oral hygiene sensitization for schoolchildren in Oshodi/Isolo Local Government area organized by a group of professional friends under the aegis of Oshodi Parapo Foundation.

    Highlighting the importance of oral hygiene, Castano said the bacteria that appear in the blood near the gums of an unhygienic mouth could move to the rest of the body in a few seconds of entry if not quickly checked.

    He tasked the schoolchildren to inculcate the habit of taking the hygiene of their mouth with seriousness, adding that an unhygienic mouth can lead to so many other life-threatening diseases in the body.

    Speaking on why the Foundation adopted Oral Health Care as their 2025 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project, President of the Foundation, Solomon Edukugho noted that many people are going through silent pains because of dental related issues.

    He explained that there are many silent issues that affect the overall health and life of people and if those issues are not pointed out people would be walking in ignorance.

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    The OPF president recalled how people impressed on his foundation to choose optometry as the 2025 project, but they adopted oral health after he presented his findings from research he did after the death of a closed person because of a dental related issue.

    “We considered so many reasons before we adopted Health Talk as our CSR this year. People die because of diseases from the mouth entering the bloodstream directly and when that happens, nobody will adduce it to oral health carelessness.

    “We gathered 120 students in all schools in Oshodi, 60 from primary schools and 60 from secondary schools to represent their schools. And it won’t stop there, we are going to commence intervention for those that need dental related issues in Oshodi because that is where we grew up,” Edukugho said.

  • ‘62 steps to pay a contractor’: Ndoma-Egba lays bare NDDC, NASS bureaucracy

    ‘62 steps to pay a contractor’: Ndoma-Egba lays bare NDDC, NASS bureaucracy

    Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba has provided a damning insider’s account of the institutional decay plaguing key Nigerian agencies, revealing that a staggering 62-step bureaucratic process was required to pay a single contractor during his tenure as Chairman of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).

    In a revealing interview on The Exchange Podcast, hosted by Femi Soneye, he described how such inefficiency directly breeds corruption, calling it an “opportunistic situation.”

    The former Senate Leader lamented that the NDDC, a “well conceived” intervention, has been rendered ineffective by the abandonment of its foundational master plan and constant political interference. He revealed that his own board was dissolved via a news ticker, without any formal communication, highlighting the instability that hinders proper planning.

    Ndoma-Egba’s critique extended to the National Assembly, an institution he argued is still suffering from the legacy of prolonged military rule. He recalled the public’s perception of the legislature as an unnecessary “irritant,” a sentiment exacerbated by incidents like the “furniture allowance saga,” which he claimed was widely misunderstood by the public.

    Comparing past and present governance, he noted that in 1984, he was appointed a commissioner overseeing a portfolio that would today constitute over twelve ministries. While acknowledging the need to manage the cost of governance, he argued that an excessive cut often sacrifices efficiency at the altar of frugality.

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    He identified a “cultural” problem as the core of Nigeria’s institutional weakness, citing a societal timidity in holding leaders accountable and an unhealthy deference to authority. This cultural shift, he argued, is reflected in the stark contrast between the modest lifestyles of first-generation leaders and the material acquisitions of modern public officers.

    Now serving as Pro-Chancellor of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Ndoma-Egba faces a different challenge: managing “supersonic speed” growth. He revealed the 14-year-old institution now has 60,000 students and is the fourth most sought-after university in Nigeria, a success he attributes to a stable academic calendar and strong community relations.

    On Nigeria’s youth bulge, Ndoma-Egba stated that it is only an asset if coupled with education, skills, and opportunity. “If they are not educated, if they are not skilled, if they are not empowered, they become a curse,” he warned, emphasising the need for deliberate youth empowerment policies.

    His vision for the future is a “secure and prosperous Nigeria,” a goal he believes is achievable by learning from the past. He nostalgically recalled a more industrious era with functional factories across the north, a far cry from the current economic landscape.

    Despite the challenges, his personal journey—from a 24-year-old board member to Senate Leader—stands as a testament to the opportunities that can exist for the youth, provided the right environment is created by a purposeful state.

  • Shettima, Atiku, Kwankwaso others commiserate with Jack-Rich over loss of uncle

    Shettima, Atiku, Kwankwaso others commiserate with Jack-Rich over loss of uncle

    Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed his condolences to the president of Belemaoil Group, Tein Jack-Rich, following the death of his uncle, Dr. Harrison Tiger.

    Shettima, who led tributes for the late Tiger, described Jack-Rich as a friend and a good man devoted to serving humanity.

    Other dignitaries who paid condolence visits include former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Moroccan Ambassador Moha Ouali Tagma, Emir of Borgu Kingdom Dr. Muhammed Sani Dantoro, former Governors Rabiu Kwankwaso and Attahiru Bafarawa, business mogul Alhaji Dahiru Mangal, and former Minister Dr. Emeka Nwajiuba.

    The leadership of Arewa 100% Focus, a prominent northern youth group, also visited, underscoring Jack-Rich’s widespread respect and admiration.

    “I’m here to commiserate with Jack-Rich over the sad demise of his uncle. May God grant the family the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss,” Shettima said, highlighting Jack-Rich’s philanthropic efforts in drilling boreholes and empowering communities.

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    “He is a bridge builder who deserves to be celebrated,” the vice president added.

    As the Sarkin Ruwan Hausawa, Jack-Rich is admired for his compassion, humility, and dedication to humanity.

    His philanthropic efforts in education, healthcare, and empowerment have transformed countless lives.

    Jack-Rich expressed gratitude to Vice President Shettima and President Bola Tinubu for their condolences.

    “I want to thank Mr. President for sending the Vice President to condole the family on account of the demise of my uncle, who was like a father. And also thanking the Vice President, my great friend, for coming despite his busy schedule,” he said.

    He also thanked the ambassadors, former vice president Atiku Abubakar, Kwakwanso other well-meaning Nigerians for their love and kind gesture.

  • 1200 delegates to convene for climate change Summit

    1200 delegates to convene for climate change Summit

    No fewer than 1,200 delegates; comprising international agency heads, global chief executive officers, financiers, youth innovators, and researchers, will be convening at Lagos International Climate Change Summit, to harness the future of climate resilience in Africa.

    The state’s Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, revealed this at a Media Briefing, held at Eko Atlantic City, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Thursday.

    The summit themed: “Blue Economy, Green Money: Financing Africa’s Coastal Resilience and Ocean Innovation”, is scheduled to hold from 6th to 7th of November, at the Lagos Continental Hotel.

    According to Mr. Wahab, the summit is not merely an environmental conference, but a strategic platform for action, where subnational governments, global development institutions, investors, scientists, and innovators would come together to design real, bankable climate solution.

    He added that this year’s summit will spotlight the Blue Economy, harnessing oceans and waterways for sustainable growth; Green Finance, mobilizing capital for renewable energy, waste recycling, and nature-based infrastructure; Innovation and Youth, empowering the next generation of African climate entrepreneurs; and partnerships, while strengthening cross-sector collaboration for long-term transformation.

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    “We gather here at Eko Atlantic City, a living testament to human resilience and ingenuity, to reaffirm Lagos’ unwavering commitment to building a future where our environment, economy, and people thrive together.

    “Lagos is one of the world’s most vibrant coastal megacities, a hub of creativity, commerce, and culture. Yet, it is also one of the most climate-vulnerable. Rising sea levels, coastal erosion, and flooding are not distant possibilities; they are daily realities.

    “In Lagos, we believe that vulnerability can be transformed into vision and challenge into opportunity. This is why this year’s summit, themed “Blue Economy, Green Money: Financing Africa’s Coastal Resilience and Ocean Innovation,” speaks directly to our mission to convert Lagos’ coastal challenges into economic and ecological strength,” he stated.

    The Executive Director, Deep Blue Project, Mr. Tuti Easton Hebron, in his Remark, urged the citizens to pay primary attention to their environment to sustain it in order to have a good livelihood.

  • Osun 2026: APC Elders Caucus unites 13 guber aspirants ahead Dec 13 Primary

    Osun 2026: APC Elders Caucus unites 13 guber aspirants ahead Dec 13 Primary

    The Elders Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday united the 13 governorship aspirants of the party ahead of the December 13 primary election.

    Ten out of thirteen aspirants were present for the meeting, while three of them, including the National Secretary of the APC, Senator Ajibola Basiru;  the Managing Director of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO); and the ex-APC scribe, Senator Iyiola Omisore, were absent.

    Among the aspirants present are:  Ex-Deputy Gov, Benedict Alabi, Senator Jide Omoworare, Senator Mudashiru Hussein, Akin Ogunbiyi, US-based Professor, Rafiu Durodoye, Engr Dideolu Falobi, Dotun Babayemi, Peter Babalola, Prince Hareter Oralusi, and Kunle Adegoke, SAN.

    The meeting, which was presided over by the Chairman of the Elders Caucus, Chief Sola Akinwumi, lasted for one hour and 30 minutes in Ilobu,  Irepodun Local Government Area of Osun State.

    Addressing newsmen, Akinwumi disclosed that the meeting was the second follow-up meeting with the aspirants to unanimously resolve to work as visionary team members to win the Osun State guber election of 2026.

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    He said “All the guber aspirants in attendance spoke one after the other, and gave their words to remain abiding by the known tradition of the party as regards friction free modality of producing a flag bearer of the party for Osun 2026 guber election since any election is won based on political understanding among all key players which remains the driving spirit of this body.”

    He noted that “There is no division at all within the 13 aspirants, which is why they are all here ahead of the primary for its success.”

    Responding to the defection rumour of Adeleke, he disclosed that “Governor Ademola Adeleke has not spoken with any party leader to defect into the party, APC chairman is here, he is not aware of his rumoured political move.”