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Reviewer: Kola Olaniyan, Ph.D Kówódé, an eponymous dramatic form published by Kraftgriots few weeks ago, explores new dimension to rape and girl child molestation in modern day Nigeria. From the interactions among the characters and a flashback to an era in the country's sociopolitical life, we understand that the reason(s) given for incidents of rape and sexual molestation of the opposite gender by men have advanced from just untamed libidinal desire or attractions to ritual purposes precipitated by the crazy pursuit of wealth in recent time. Kówódé's adventure to seek way out of his penury reveals that "Women are the best materials in rituals if you want the best results. Virgin for money, mothers for awure, pregnant ones for positions of power." (Priest, page 12) Here, Lara Owoeye has not only challenged men heinous crime against women but also the cosmics in their discrimination against this special gender.  Do we say the gods also subscribe to the patriarchal con...

The National Youth Service Corps, Oyo State has taken the NYSC medical outreach, Health Initiative for rural dwellers (HIRD) to the Palupo Community, Ona Ara Local Government, Ibadan. The outreach was carried out through the mobilization of corps medical personnel which include doctors, nurses, pharmacists public health workers, State Tuberculosis and leprosy Control (STLC Oyo State) team and NYSC officials.  The NYSC Oyo State Coordinator, Comrade Odoba Abel Oche while speaking at the programme appreciated the community leaders and members of the area for being hospitable and supportive of the Corps members posted to serve in their community adding that the NYSC will not relent in its efforts at rendering humanitarian services and embarking on other laudable Community Development projects for their benefits. The Coordinator who was represented by the Assistant Director, Corps Inspection and monitoring, Mrs Olusesi Olabimpe stated that the HIRD which is an initiative of the NYSC, a...

The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps(NYSC), Brigadier Gen. Y.D Ahmed, has urged relevant stakeholders to join hands to support the Scheme's efforts in promoting Gender equality and combating Gender-Based Violence(GBV).  The NYSC DG stated this in his keynote address which was delivered by the NYSC Oyo State Coordinator, Mr. Odoba Abel Oche who was represented by the Assistant Director, HRM, Mrs. Arifayan Ngozi during the 2024 Gender Sensitization programme held at the NYSC State Secretariat, Ibadan, Oyo State.  The event, themed 'Gender Equality: Respect All", brought together officials from the NYSC, Corps Members of the Gender CDS group, Students from Army Barracks Grammar School, Ibadan and Community Grammar School, Iwo Road, Ibadan.  The NYSC boss stated that the NYSC Scheme is a leading organization championing the campaign against gender inequality through gender vanguard CDS group, which is actively conducting campaigns in rural areas. While emp...

By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko, Ibadan   A 28-year-old man, Ajibola Abayomi, on Thursday appeared before a Grade A Customary Court sitting at Iyaganku, Ibadan, for allegedly stealing a motorcycle . Abayomi, whose address was not provided, is charged with conspiracy and stealing. He, however, pleaded not guilty. The prosecutor, Mr Philip Amusan, told the court that the defendant committed the offence on March 17, at 10. a.m., at Eleyele, Ibadan. Amusan alleged that the defendant and others at large stole a Bajaj Boxer motorcycle worth N269,000. He said that the motorcycle belonged to DOT Asset Finance Company in Ibadan. Amusan said that the offences contravened Sections 516 and 390(9) of the Criminal Laws of Oyo State, 2000. The Magistrate, Mrs M. Aworemi granted the defendant bail in the sum of N200, 000 with two sureties in like sum. She adjourned the case until April 9 for hearing. (NAN)

In a brazen act of political subterfuge, hoodlums purportedly affiliated with Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s administration, along with individuals previously associated with the state’s tech sector during the previous administration, reportedly orchestrated a coordinated raid on the residence of the APC Party Chairman.  The upscale residence, nestled within the VIP lounge of the Ondo State Government House, was not the only target, as the Government Agency known as SITA also fell victim to their nefarious activities. Eyewitnesses recount how the assailants, arriving in a convoy of five black Toyota Hilux trucks and a white truck, descended upon the targeted locations in the dead of night, executing their operation with military precision.  The raid, which occurred at approximately 1 a.m on Tuesday morning, resulted in the confiscation and removal of sensitive election materials from the APC Chairman’s residence. In response to this audacious breach of security and potential elec...

Two first half goals from the duo of Taiwo Ajibade, Shola Oduwale and an own goal was all Sunshine Queens FC needed to thrash FC Robo in the matchday 10 of the Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) decided at the Ondo State Sports complex, Akure.  Adeyemo Fasilat scored an own goal in the first two minute of play in the entertaining encounter from Akubo Obianuju free kick.  Sunshine Queens mounted pressure on the unsettled FC Robo in the third minutes, thanks to their goal keeper who saves from Bolaji Olamide's strike in the fifth minutes. Taiwo Ajibade wasted no time in making it two for Sunshine Queens in the 8 minutes from a beautiful final pass from her team mate. Moments later, Shola Oduwale won a penalty for the Akure Landladies after she was fouled inside the box in the 11th minutes.  The rugged attacker, stepped forward and converted from the spot to increase Sunshine Queens lead to three. Sunshine Queens goalkeeper, Precious Aaron denied FC Robo's severally. Sulia...

Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has reiterated his determination of his administration to pursue comprehensive development across all 18 local government areas of the State. The Governor stated this on Wednesday while addressing guests at the presentation of a book titled “The Man, Aiyedatiwa”, by the Ondo Masses for Aiyedatiwa 2024, in Akure.  Governor Aiyedatiwa reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that all projects are diligently pursued for the betterment of the people of the State. The governor said;  “With deep conviction, I want to assure the good people of Ondo State that the momentum of positive change would persist. This is based on our administration’s steadfast commitment to advancing ongoing initiatives and introducing new strategies for sustainable development.  "Let there be no doubt, that our journey towards prosperity and well-being of the people will endure. Every effort, every endeavor will be directed towards the betterment of our...