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- Four APC Aspirants Reject Consensus Deal to Demand Direct Primaries in Ondo East and West
Published: May 1, 2026
Section: Africa
Four candidates seeking the House of Representatives seat for the Ondo East/West Federal Constituency have formally challenged the purported selection of incumbent Hon. Abiola Maki...
- INEC schedules June 20 bye-elections across six states to fill crucial legislative vacancies
Published: May 1, 2026
Section: Africa
The Independent National Electoral Commission has designated Saturday, June 20, 2026, for multiple bye-elections and the Ekiti State governorship poll. This electoral exercise aims...
- Epidemiologist Olumuyiwa Daramola Emerges as APC Consensus Candidate for Okitipupa/Irele Federal Constituency Seat
Published: Apr 30, 2026
Section: Africa
Following a high level stakeholders’ meeting in Akure, the All Progressives Congress has officially zoned its House of Representatives ticket for the Okitipupa/Irele constituency t...
- INEC Launches Claims and Objections Window for Ondo State Voters to Purge Register of Ineligible Entries
Published: Apr 28, 2026
Section: Africa
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Ondo State has announced a seven-day Claims and Objections exercise starting April 29, 2026. The process allows newly regist...
- Former Youth Parliamentarian Ajibuwa Joins 2027 Race for Ondo State House of Assembly Seat
Published: Apr 25, 2026
Section: Africa
Honorable Ajibuwa Blessing Nwaene has officially declared his candidacy for the Akoko North West Constituency I seat in the Ondo State House of Assembly. Drawing on his experience...
- APC chieftain Richard Olomofe credits Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for revitalizing party support in Ondo
Published: Apr 24, 2026
Section: Africa
All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain Richard Olomofe lauded Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s leadership for unifying the party and improving its outlook for the 2027 elections. Dur...
- Finance Commissioner Omowunmi Isaac Implements Strict Fiscal Discipline to Drive Ondo State Prosperity
Published: Apr 23, 2026
Section: Africa
Ondo State Commissioner of Finance Mrs. Omowunmi Isaac has introduced a comprehensive financial reform agenda focused on accuracy, compliance, and the elimination of wasteful spend...
- APC National Vice Chairman Isaac Kekemeke Joins 2027 Ondo South Senatorial Race Setting Up High Profile Primary Battle
Published: Apr 22, 2026
Section: Africa
Hon. Isaac Kekemeke, the National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has formally declared his intention to contest the Ondo South Senatorial seat in 2027. His e...
- Ondo Police Dismantle International Human Trafficking Syndicate Following Escape of Rescued Victim
Published: Apr 21, 2026
Section: Africa
Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested two members of a human trafficking ring that lured a 21-year-old woman to Côte d’Ivoire under false pretences. The victim,...
- Suspended Owo Local Government Chairman Violently Assaulted During Attempted Return to Office
Published: Apr 21, 2026
Section: Africa
Tope Omolayo, the suspended Chairman of Owo Local Government in Ondo State, was allegedly attacked by a group of suspected thugs upon his return to the council secretariat on Monda...
- Dr. Mutiu Agboke Assumes Duty as Ondo State Resident Electoral Commissioner
Published: Apr 20, 2026
Section: World
The Independent National Electoral Commission has announced Dr. Mutiu Olaleke Agboke as the 21st Resident Electoral Commissioner for Ondo State. A seasoned legal scholar and vetera...
- Wesley University Launches Major Initiative to Advance Innovation and Research in Primary Healthcare
Published: Apr 18, 2026
Section: Africa
Wesley University has announced a strategic expansion into primary healthcare research and innovation to address Nigeria’s rural health delivery gaps. During an international confe...