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Alaafin, Ooni Clash Over Okanlomo of Yorubaland Title

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The rivalry between two foremost Yoruba monarchs, the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has flared up again over the conferment of the title Okanlomo of Yorubaland. The controversy followed the Ooni’s decision to honour Ibadan businessman and philanthropist, Chief Dotun Sanusi, with the prestigious title at a ceremony in Ile-Ife. Reacting, the Alaafin issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the Ooni to revoke the conferment, insisting that only the Oyo throne has the authority to bestow a…

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Senator Musa’s Legacy of Intellect, Compassion and Delivery

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By Suleiman Adamu In Nigeria’s dynamic democratic landscape, where leadership often teeters between self-interest and public service, few figures emerge as true exemplars of covenantal representation. Senator Mohammed Sani Musa, CON, affectionately known as “Musa 313,” stands as a beacon of intellectual rigour, empathy, and impactful delivery. Representing Niger East Senatorial District, he has woven a legacy of legislative excellence and grassroots development that resonates far beyond the confines of his constituency, touching the heart of Nigeria’s democratic aspirations. Great leaders are not born of chance; they are shaped by discipline, preparation,…

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Northern Group Apologises to Jonathan Over Boko Haram Allegations

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A coalition of youths from the North-East under the banner of Bring Back Our Goodluck has tendered an unreserved apology to former President Goodluck Jonathan over what it described as false allegations that he sponsored Boko Haram insurgents during his administration. The group said the narrative, which was widely circulated in the build-up to the 2015 elections, contributed to Jonathan’s removal from office. It has now resolved to mobilise a one-million-man march to the former President’s hometown in Bayelsa State to urge him to contest the 2027 presidential election. Speaking…

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Security Agencies Capture Two Al-Qaeda Kingpins Behind Kuje Prison Break

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Nigeria’s security forces have arrested two top terrorist commanders believed to be masterminds of the 2022 Kuje prison attack and several high-profile abductions across the North. The suspects, identified as Abu Baraa and Mahmuda, both leaders of the al-Qaeda-linked Ansaru group, were captured in a joint operation involving the military, police, Department of State Services (DSS), and other agencies. National Security Adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, announced the breakthrough on Saturday at the National Counter-Terrorism Centre in Abuja, where he addressed journalists alongside service chiefs, the Inspector-General of Police, and…

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Okonjo-Iweala Tells Tinubu: Nigerians Need Social Safety Nets Amid Rising Hardship

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Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has urged President Bola Tinubu to provide social safety nets for Nigerians grappling with the worsening effects of his administration’s economic reforms. Okonjo-Iweala, who spoke to journalists after meeting with the President on Thursday in Abuja, said while reforms such as subsidy removal and naira float were aimed at stabilising the economy, they had pushed millions of Nigerians deeper into poverty. “You cannot really improve an economy unless it’s stable, so he has to be given credit for that. The…

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Apostle Babalola: How Pastor Fatoyinbo Erred, Apologized to CAC

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Senior Pastor of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA), Biodun Fatoyinbo, has tendered an unreserved apology to the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) over remarks he made about its late founder, Apostle Joseph Ayo Babalola. The apology followed backlash from members of the CAC and other Christian faithful, who faulted Fatoyinbo’s comments in a recent sermon that appeared to cast the late revivalist in an unfavourable light. In the sermon, Fatoyinbo had reportedly made statements about Apostle Babalola’s ministry methods and personal life which many considered disrespectful to the memory of…

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Ibom Air Passenger Comfort Emmanson Freed From Prison, Gains Celebrity Status, Plans Vacation

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Comfort Emmanson, the Ibom Air passenger whose recent arrest and detention sparked nationwide debate, has regained her freedom — and quickly found herself in the public spotlight. Emmanson, who goes by #soft_commy on Instagram, took to the social media platform on Wednesday to thank supporters for their prayers and solidarity during her ordeal. “I’ve been released from the prison, but I’m still in pains due to how I was treated,” she wrote. “I just need some rest and medical treatment before I give out my own version of the event.…

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Court Stops Gov. Abiodun’s Move to Demolish Gbenga Daniel’s Property

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The Ogun State High Court, Sagamu Division, has issued two separate interim injunctions stopping Governor Dapo Abiodun and key state officials from demolishing or interfering with properties linked to former governor, Otunba Gbenga Daniel. Justice O.S. Oloyede granted the orders yesterday in suits filed by Daniel, his wife, Yeye Olufunke Daniel, and companies associated with him — Conference Hotel Limited and Blue Chapel Limited. The defendants include Governor Abiodun, Attorney-General Oluwasina Ogungbade, the state Planning and Development Permit Authority, and Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Olatunji Odunlami. In…

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Celebrating Grassroots Excellence: Ogun News Express Hosts Maiden 2025 Political Leadership Awards

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Ogun News Express, a reputable media platform and a division of Yemoja Integrated Ventures, is proud to announce the upcoming 2025 Ogun Political Leadership Awards. This prestigious event is set to honor outstanding political office holders across local governments in Ogun State. It is packaged to recognise awardees dedication and significant contributions to grassroots development under the distinguished leadership of His Excellency, Governor Dapo Abiodun. The award ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at the iconic Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL), Kuto, Abeokuta, Ogun State. The awards aim…

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Falana: Criminals, Touts Now in Charge of Nigerian Politics

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Human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Mr. Femi Falana, has raised alarm over the growing influence of criminals and street touts in Nigerian politics, warning that the development poses a grave threat to the country’s economic and social well-being. Falana made the statement while speaking as a panelist at the 2025 National Conference of Egbe Amofin Oodua, held in Abeokuta, Ogun State, under the theme: “Regional Justice, Security and Sustainable Development.” According to him, the current political class lacks the vision and commitment of past leaders like the…

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