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  Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, resumes for the 2024/2025 Academic Session on Sunday, November 3, 2024 The Senate emphasized this at its 199th Regular Meeting on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. In a conversation with the Vice Chancellor and Chairman of the Senate, Prof. Olugbenga Ige, he stressed that online screening for new students and registration for returning students would take place from November 3 to 9, while lectures for all students would commence on November 10. The Vice Chancellor outlined that the First Semester will span 18 weeks, with one week for registration and resumption, 12 weeks for lectures, one week for revision, and four weeks for examinations. He urged both new and returning students to strictly adhere to the new academic calendar, and to promptly pay the prescribed fees to enable them to register for their courses. Victor A. Akinpelumi Deputy Registrar, Information, Protocol, and Public Relations /Head, Radio AAUA 90.3FM Adekunle Aja...

A don, Prof. David Aworinde, has appealed to the Federal Government to put more funds in research institutes for further research in plants to make new discoveries and generate more revenue for government. Aworinde, a professor of Botany, made the appeal while delivering the Fifth Inaugural Lecture of Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), Okitipupa, Ondo State, on Thursday. The inaugural lecture had, as its theme: “Internal and External Signatures: Requirements for Ordering and Reordering in the Plant Kingdom.” Aworinde said that countries versatile in research were called ‘developed’, adding that most of the drugs and finished goods imported from other countries could be discovered in Nigeria. This, he said, would boost revenue if government could put more funds in research. “As a plant scientist, I urge the government to put more funds in research and development, for new discoveries to be made from plants which will boost government revenue,” he said. The d...

The chances of Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa in the November 16 governorship election in Ondo State received a major boost on Thursday as the Muslim community in the State declared a unanimous support for him. The endorsement of the Governor for the election took place at a ceremony held at the International Culture and Events Centre (The Dome) in Akure, which also featured an empowerment program.  The event was marked by expressions of solidarity from prominent Muslim leaders from across the state, each affirming their support for the governor’s election.  Alhaji Sheikh Ahmad Olagoke Aladesawe, the Chief Imam of Owo land and Chairman of the League of Imams and Alfas in Ondo State, expressed the muslim community’s united support for the governor,  offering prayers for a peaceful election.  Chief Jamiu Ekungba, the Baba Adinni of Owo Kingdom, said, “As we stood by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the presidential election, we are ready to do the same for Govern...

Oka-Akoko in the Akoko South West Local Government Area of Ondo State came alive on Saturday, October 26, 2024, as the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial  Majesty Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi CFR, Ojaja II, made a historic visit to the ancient town. This royal courtesy visit to the Olubaka, Oba Dr. Adebori Adeleye, OON, highlighted the longstanding ties between Ife and Oka-Akoko. The arrival of the Arole Oodua and his white-clad entourage added a vibrant air to Oka land, with colorful cultural displays and performances lining the path from Iwaro Junction to the Olubaka’s Palace. The Ooni demonstrated humility, making a brief stop in the town center to acknowledge residents who had waited for hours, showing gratitude for their warm welcome before continuing to the palace. Reflecting on the purpose of his visit, the Ooni explained that it was driven by his strong bond with the Olubaka, as well as a desire to celebrate their shared heritage.  “The Oka people are descendants of Oduduwa, and...

A Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned hearing in the money laundering case brought against the immediate-past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, to January 21, 2025. At the resumed hearing on Wednesday, Counsel to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Kemi Pinheiro, SAN, told Justuce Emeka Nwite that he had two witnesses already in court. He said his first application was to formally apply that the court should enter a plea of not guilty on behalf of the defendant, even in his absence. "My first application is to formally enter a plea of not guilty to the defendant, even in his absence. The second point is, not withstanding his physical absence, it is in full compliance with Section 276 of ACJA. "Flowing from that entry my lord, it is a humble request that we call the first witness," he stated. Pinheiro, SAN, in defending his application to enter a plea of not guilty for the defendant, said "the right...

By Fidelis David, Akure   The Women wing of the All Progressives Congress in  Ondo State on Monday held a Mega Rally in solidarity and the readiness of the women in the state to support and mobilize for the candidate of APC, Lucky Aiyedatiwa and his running mate  Olayide Adelami in the November 16 governorship election. Mrs. Olamide Falana, the Special Adviser(Gender Matters) to Ondo Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa who championed the APC women rally held in Akure the state capital said the governor's appointment of the first female commissioner of finance in the state among other women to leadership positions is  a clear indication and commitment to affirmative action, which supports the reservation of 35 per cent of elective positions for women irrespective of political party. She promised that women will deliver at least one million votes for the APC the forthcoming election. "Today, we're gathered to rally around and support our candidate, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Th...

A historic lawsuit filed by 19 state governors challenging the constitutionality of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has gained the support of no less than 5,000 lawyers. The Judiciary Watchdogs, a group of lawyers from the 36 states of the federation, commended the governors for their courageous stand. According to the lawyers, who have been vocal against corruption in Nigeria, the EFCC's enabling act was enacted without input from state assemblies, violating the principles of federalism and state autonomy. In a statement signed by Co-National Convener, Barr Real S. Dennis, the lawyers said the governors were on track for demanding constitutional compliance, state sovereignty, and accountability from the EFCC and other anti-graft agencies. For the lawyers, getting the foundation right would help the war against corruption as the agencies now, particularly the EFCC, have only allegedly been fighting proxy wars for successive Presidents.  Dennis argued that the Na...

An ex-militant leader in Ilaje Local Government and CEO Sea Mask Security Services, Chief Otello Mafimisebi, has begun massive mobilisation of the good people of Ondo State to vote massively for Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa on November 16 governorship election in Ondo State, calling on ex-militant members to stand firmly with Aiyedatiwa and the APC. To boost his campaign for Governor Aiyedatiwa, Chief Otello Mafimisebi, has printed posters, face caps, towels and other souvenirs, appealed to the people of Ondo State to vote massively for Aiyedatiwa and his Deputy Adelami. In a release made available to Newsline NG Cheif Otello charged APC members and Ondo State people to ensure that the governor gets more than seven hundred million votes at the governorship poll as proposed by the APC leaders. Chief Otello added that the ex-militants should ensure that they mobilise heavily for the governor, charging the youths to do same. Chief Otello said that the essence of his massive mobilisa...

By Olalekan Olumide, Ibadan  The President, Fire academy Nigeria, Dr Charles Israel Afolabi JP. has bagged an Award of Excellence from  Hebronlove and care center 2024  Dr Charles Afolabi was honoured for pioneering and exceptional contribution to issues of ageing and older persons in Nigeria The event which was held at Nigerian Television Authority Auditorium (NTA) Ibadan was graced by important dignitaries among the likes of Ambassador Yemi Faronbi, and host of others.  In his reaction, Dr Charles Israel Afolabi while thanking the initiative for the award, promised never to relent in doing what is expected from him as far as older persons in Nigeria is concerned

By Olu Kay, Akure   Popular Gospel musician in Ondo state, Fadahun Oluwasiji Abel popularly known as Abel Praise is set to hold its annual concert The convener, Abel Praise while   speaking   with   Newsline NG   said the concert with the theme " Abel's offering 's date, venue will be made known to the public soon. "I want to assure our fans all over Nigeria, world, both far and near that the date and the venue for the concert will be available soon"

The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has promised to continue delivering the dividends of democracy to the good people of Ondo State when elected on November 16. The Governor, who is the gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), while speaking at the palace of Yangede of Epe in Ondo East Local Government on Saturday, promised to promote community development, assuring the people that his administration does not tamper with local government funds. Responding to the praises of traditional rulers and market leaders who said the Aiyedatiwa administration has restored their relevance and empowerment at the local government level, the Governor said this has become possible because he doesn't mess with the allocations of LGs in the State. Governor Aiyedatiwa said traditional rulers now get what they are entitled to and the errors of the past have been corrected to promote the overall development of the local government areas.  The Governor said...

Super Eagles invitee Seth Mayi has been urged to justify his invitation to the national team by displaying what he knows how best to do with the round leather. Sunshine Stars boss Bamidele Ologunloluwa while expressing his delight over Mayi's call up charged the playmaker to seize the great opportunity and take his game to the next level. Ologunloluwa commended Sunshine Stars Technical Adviser, Kennedy Boboye for bringing out the best in his wards. "I am extremely happy that a Sunshine Stars player has been considered good enough for the national team during my tenure as President," he said. "The last time Sunshine Stars got  Invitation to the national team was in 2018 and since then we have not had similar opportunity. "I congratulate the entire team and I urged them to focus on the game against Plateau United as I am certain more players from our fold would be given the nod to play for the national team." Seth Mayi who returns to his birthplace, Jos this ...

The Governor of Ondo State and gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has stated that his administration would consolidate on its achievements in the next four years if voted into power at the forthcoming governorship election.  The Governor, who addressed community leaders during his campaign tour at the Irele Multipurpose Hall and Civic Centre on Friday, revealed that his administration had prioritized security of lives and property because security is crucial for good governance and for the development of the state. While promising to run an inclusive government, the Governor assured the people of Irele that he would not interfere in the process of selecting a new king for the community, adding that the community would choose its own monarch. "Whoever the kingmakers choose is the one who will be king. I implore the kingmakers to follow due process so that there will be a smooth selection process," the Governor said. ...

By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko The Bishop of Ibadan Anglican Diocese, Most Rev. Joseph Akinfenwa, on Friday urged Nigerians to profess God with genuine hearts to go higher in life . Akinfenwa gave the advice at the 2024 Jesus Festival Fund Raising Dinner, organised by the Diocese, with the theme: “I am Going Higher.”(Isaiah 58:14). He advised Nigerians to desist from outward religious practices that were void of righteousness and cling to God with a genuine repentant heart. Akinfenwa also enjoined the congregation not to only profess God with their mouths but with the right hearts. “Righteousness is what we need in a such a time that we need God’s intervention in our country, because righteousness exalts a nation while sin is a reproach. “We need to increase our prayers and maintain good relationships with the Lord Jesus Christ to live victoriously in this present time. “Let us live a life of total obedience to God because without obedience, there cannot be an experience of a higher place,”...

In continuation of his campaign tour across Ondo State ahead of the November 16 gubernatorial election, Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa on Thursday visited many communities in Akoko South East Local Government Area, assuring the people of the area that his administration will spread developmental projects across all parts of the State.  Governor Aiyedatiwa, who thanked the people for their warm reception and support, said Akoko South East Local Government Area will feel the impact of his administration.  At the palace of Oba Akinyele Akinsunloye Oyolola, the Olisua of Isua Akoko, the Governor said his administration has always prioritized inclusive governance, and will continue to ensure that every part of the state feels represented. The Governor assured the monarch that security remains a top priority for his administration, adding: “We recognize the importance of security, and that is why we have continued to equip our security outfits with operational vehicles, especial...

The APC Youth and Women Taskforce in Ondo State is thrilled to announce its official endorsement of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa as the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial candidate for the upcoming elections scheduled for November 16, 2024.  This declaration was made during a vibrant press briefing held in Abuja, where thousands of enthusiastic supporters gathered to express their solidarity and commitment to the governor’s vision for Ondo State. Mobilizing Support for Progress, The National Coordinator of the Group Ambassador Adeyeri Maxwell alongside the State Cordinator Amb. Bolasere musibau And the Publicity Secretary of the group  Amb. Ilawole Taiwo Samuel while Addressing Pressmen in Abuja said  over 20,000 registered members of the APC Youth and Women Taskforce in Ondo state are set to mobilize an impressive two million votes in support of Governor Aiyedatiwa.  This grassroots movement underscores our collective belief in his leadership and the transfo...

In order to ensure persons and families displaced by flood are not exposed to water-borne diseases, the Governor of Kogi State, Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo has begun the drilling of boreholes at the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camps.  According to the state government, this will also help to ameliorate the hardship the displaced persons go through while in search of water.  The Commissioner for Information in the state, Kingsley Fanwo, who briefed newsmen on Thursday, said Governor Ododo directed the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASSA) to immediately begin the borehole drilling in the  (IDP) camps to ensure sufficient supply of clean water. The Governor gave the directive while on a visit to some of the IDP Camps on Thursday just as he directed the provision of more relief materials to the IDP camps in the state. To ensure effectiveness, a  service provider, Komforte Koncept has been engaged by the State Government to supply the relief materials to I...

A Professor of Political Science at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, Nigeria, Adebukola Osunyikanmi, has opined the need for inclusion of more women within the democratic frameworks to positively impact governance and development. Prof. Osunyikanmi, who said this on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, while delivering the 29th Inaugural Lecture of the University, titled, "Democracy and Gender Inclusion: Synthesising Political Phenomena for Good Governance", also pointed that the nation’s democracy is threatened by electoral fraud. Professor Osunyikanmi highlighted the core principles of democracy, emphasizing that it is "a system of government that guarantees the rights of citizens" and "ensures the equality of all citizens under the law", but pointed out that Nigeria is yet to achieve full democracy, as the country remains classified as a "hybrid regime" by the 2024 Democracy Index, largely due to issues such as electoral fraud, cor...

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, on Thursday, sought for adjournment of hearing in its fresh charge against the immediate-past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello and two others, to November 14, 2024 . Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, who appeared for the EFCC at the FCT High Court, said at the hearing that at the last adjourned date, the court issued a Public Summons against the 1st defendant directing that same be published and that the charge be pasted. Justice Maryann E. Anenih, however, interjected, stating that she did not ask that the charge be pasted, only the summons. Oyedepo said he expected the 1st defendant to be in court on November 14, making reference to the 30-day duration of the summons, and therefore sought for adjournment till November 14 for arraignment of the three defendants.  JB Daudu, SAN, who appeared for the 2nd defendant, objected to this.  He said the matter was for arraignment, and that they were ready, noting that the defendants were all indepen...

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, on Thursday, sought for adjournment of hearing in its fresh charge against the immediate-past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello and two others, to November 14, 2024 . Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, who appeared for the EFCC at the FCT High Court, said at the hearing that at the last adjourned date, the court issued a Public Summons against the 1st defendant directing that same be published and that the charge be pasted. Justice Maryann E. Anenih, however, interjected, stating that she did not ask that the charge be pasted, only the summons. Oyedepo said he expected the 1st defendant to be in court on November 14, making reference to the 30-day duration of the summons, and therefore sought for adjournment till November 14 for arraignment of the three defendants.  JB Daudu, SAN, who appeared for the 2nd defendant, objected to this.  He said the matter was for arraignment, and that they were ready, noting that the defendants were all indepen...

The Olowa of Igbara-Oke, Oba Adefarakanmi Agbede, has said that traditional rulers in Ondo State endorsed the candidature of Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa for the November 16 governorship election because he's the best hand for the State. The monarch stated this on Wednesday while receiving the Governor on a consultation/engagement visit to his palace at Igbara-Oke, headquarters of Ifedore Local Government Area as part of the campaign tour of the Governor to the area. Oba Agbede said Governor Aiyedatiwa has listening ears and has displayed the quality of 'Omoluabi' by treating the traditional institution in the State with utmost respect. The monarch said the achievements so far recorded by the Governor in his ten months in office are impressive which shows that he will perform well if elected for a full term in office. According to Oba Agbede, the people of Igbara-Oke and Ifedore are solidly behind Governor Aiyedatiwa and will vote for him en-masse on November 16. At t...

The State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps in Ondo State, Mrs. Kuburat Omowumi Bakare has disclosed that the Scheme is contributing to the preservation of nature by embarking on tree planting campaigns nationwide. The State Coordinator made this disclosure when she flagged off the tree planting campaign at Federal Secretariat Complex in Akure, the state capital.  Bakare, who lauded the initiative, said that the campaign is basically to promote afforestation and prevent natural disasters such as flood and erosion. The NYSC Ondo State Coordinator announced that the Scheme will beautify the Secretariat Complex with the massive planting of economic trees to aid the aesthetic value of the Secretariat.  The Coordinator used the occasion to call on all corps members to support the campaign by engaging in tree planting at their respective places of primary assignment and the host communities  "My dear children in the national service, I want you to make the best ou...