Aiyedatiwa receives proposal to upgrade Rufus Giwa Polytechnic to university in Ondo
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has received a proposal to upgrade Rufus Giwa Polytechnic into a university. The proposed institution is expected to focus on agriculture, science, and technology development. According to the governor, the plan is designed with clear academic, financial, and infrastructure frameworks. The proposal was presented by a committee led by Igbekele Ajibefun, highlighting […]
Aiyedatiwa sacks political aides, set to appoint 1,000 aides
The Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has dismissed all political aides in his administration with immediate effect. The decision affects Senior Special Assistants and Special Assistants serving across the state. According to a statement from his spokesperson, the move is aimed at improving efficiency and strengthening governance. The governor appreciated the affected aides for […]
No presence of bandits in Ondo but criminals – Police
The Nigeria Police Force in Ondo State has dismissed claims that bandits are operating in the state. The Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Lawal, said recent attacks linked to kidnappings and killings were carried out by criminals and not bandits. Lawal made the clarification in Akure during a security show of force by various agencies. He […]
Mass resignation: Gov Aiyedatiwa not most useless governor in Nigeria — Akinrinlola
Pastor and journalist Olumide Akinrinlola has rejected claims that Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa is the “most useless governor in Nigeria” following a wave of resignations by some of his aides. The resignations included the governor’s senior special assistant on diaspora matters, Fola Olasehinde-Vicente, and two media aides, Olugbenga Abire and Taiwo Ilesanmi Gbamila. A […]
6 worshippers kidnapped during church service in Ondo
Six worshippers were abducted by gunmen during a church service at a Celestial Church of Christ along the Uso/Owo expressway in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State. The incident occurred in the early hours of the day, according to the police. Ondo State Police spokesperson, Abayomi Jimoh, confirmed that the victims were taken to […]
ICPC tracks 31 constituency projects valued at N3.6bn in Ondo
The Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission has begun monitoring 31 constituency and executive projects worth about N3.6 billion across the three senatorial districts of Ondo State. The exercise is part of Phase 8 of its Constituency and Executive Projects Tracking programme, aimed at ensuring public projects are properly executed and deliver value […]
Ondo Governor vows to hunt down attackers of Ipele police station
The Ondo State Governor has promised that all those responsible for the attack on the Ipele Police Station will be found and punished. He described the attack as a direct threat to public safety and warned that the state will not tolerate violence against security agencies. The governor said security forces have been instructed to […]
Amotekun arrests 39 suspects fleeing US airstrikes
The Ondo State Security Network, known as Amotekun, has arrested 39 people suspected of fleeing from northern Nigeria following recent airstrikes reportedly carried out by the United States military. The Commander of the corps, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, said the arrests were made as part of efforts to prevent criminals from entering the state. Adeleye explained […]
Ondo governor approves recruitment of 500 Amotekun operatives
The Ondo State Governor has approved the recruitment of 500 new Amotekun operatives to boost security across the state. This decision comes as part of ongoing efforts to tackle rising insecurity and provide better protection for residents. The government believes that increasing manpower will help strengthen community policing. According to the governor, the new recruits […]
Tragedy as Dangote truck crushes pregnant woman, child, six others in Ondo
A tragic road accident struck the university town of Akungba-Akoko in Ondo State on Wednesday night when a Dangote Cement-laden truck lost control and crushed at least eight people to death, including a pregnant woman, a mother, and her child. The horrifying crash occurred around 8:00 p.m., just a few meters from the main gate […]