The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has called for strategic partnerships with German cities to boost investment in agriculture, Information and Communications Technology (ICT), and youth skills development in Abuja. Wike made the call on Tuesday in Abuja during a visit by the German Ambassador to Nigeria, Stefan Rössel. The minister highlighted the longstanding economic, cultural, and political relations between Nigeria and Germany, reaffirming the FCT administration’s commitment to transforming Abuja into a world-class capital city comparable to Berlin, Munich, and Washington, D.C. He said the administration was working to improve security, infrastructure, and the urban…
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Ibarapa Central/North State Constituency, Hon. Tajudeen Amoo Salaudeen, felicitated with the people of Igboora on the 2026 World Twins Festival. In a goodwill message issued on Saturday, Amoo described Igboora as a unique cultural destination widely known for its high number of twin births, attracting global attention to Ibarapa and Oyo State. He congratulated the Executive Chairman of Ibarapa Central Local Government, Hon. Olusola Adeleke; Olu of Igboora, HRM Oba Jimoh Olajide; members of the Igboora traditional council; and residents for the successful hosting of this year’s festival, which was held on Saturday,…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Ibarapa Central/North State Constituency, Hon. Tajudeen Amoo Salaudeen, has urged eligible voters who are yet to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) to visit designated collection centres across the constituency to collect their PVCs. In a civic sensitisation message issued on Friday, Amoo described the PVC as a vital tool for democratic participation, urging first-time voters, and other eligible constituents to take advantage of the ongoing collection exercise. “PVC remains the only legitimate instrument through which you can choose your leaders and shape the future of our communities. Without it, your voice, no…
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has approved the deployment of new Police Public Relations Officers (PROs) and Public Relations Liaison Officers to selected commands and formations of the Nigeria Police Force. In a statement issued on Friday by the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, the Police said the posting was aimed at strengthening police communication, improving access to credible information and enhancing media relations. According to the statement, SP Ojedele Olanrewaju Tunji has been posted to Zone 11, Osogbo, while SP Johnson A. Doghudje will serve at Zone 5. Others include DSP Orchia Adndongu for the…
Three staff members of the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN), Idi Ayunre, Ibadan, have reportedly been kidnapped while inspecting crops on a farm within the institute’s premises. The Oyo State Police Command confirmed the incident, stating that the victims were abducted while carrying out their duties at the institute. In a statement signed by the Command’s Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, the police disclosed that a manhunt had been launched to track down the perpetrators and secure the safe rescue of the victims. The Police urged members of the public with credible information that could assist the…
The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) candidate for Oyo South Senatorial District, Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Olajide (Odidiomo), has called on security agencies to investigate an alleged attack on the campaign convoy of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the district, Hon. Aderemi Oseni. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Public Affairs, Tolu Mustapha, on Thursday, Odidiomo urged the Police, Department of State Services (DSS) and other relevant security agencies to establish the circumstances surrounding the reported incident and identify anyone found to have been involved. Corefront News had earlier reported how Oseni alerted security agencies…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Oyo South Senatorial District, Hon. Aderemi Oseni, has alerted security agencies to an attack on his campaign train at Agbaje Market in Ibadan North-West Local Government Area of Oyo State, calling for a thorough investigation into the incident. The incident, according to a statement issued by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, occurred on Wednesday afternoon when Oseni and members of his campaign team visited market associations in Agbaje, Ayeye and Idikan as part of his consultations ahead of the 2027 elections. According to the statement, unknown armed political thugs attacked the campaign team…
The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the rescue of 20 prospective NYSC corps members who were abducted in Imo State on October 1, 2026. The victims were rescued on Wednesday, October 7, at Amakohia Ubi Village in Imo State following sustained search-and-rescue operations by the police and other security agencies. The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday, saying the rescued victims had been taken for medical assessment and necessary care. The police said efforts were ongoing to apprehend those responsible for the abduction, while coordinated operations would continue to ensure that…
The lawmaker representing Ibarapa East/Ido Federal Constituency, Engr. Aderemi Oseni, has called on the people of Oyo State to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) begins distribution of the newly printed cards on October 9, 2026. In a statement issued by his media aide, Idowu Ayodele, on Wednesday, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Oyo South Senatorial District in the 2027 general elections urged those who registered during the recent Continuous Voter Registration, transferred their polling units, or applied for replacement of lost, damaged, or defaced cards to make use of the…
The 20 prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and one other abducted along the Owerri-Onitsha expressway on Thursday, October 1, have regained their freedom. The victims were rescued on Wednesday in an intelligence-led operation involving the military, the Department of State Services (DSS), police, and other security agencies. The rescued victims are currently receiving medical attention at a DSS facility in Imo State, according to the latest information on the incident. Details of the operation, including whether any arrests were made or ransom was paid, have not yet been ascertained. The victims were abducted while travelling from…