The Kogi State Government has ordered an immediate investigation into the deaths of four members of the same family in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area, following reports that they died after consuming a local delicacy identified as Amala. The state government’s directive was disclosed on Saturday by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi […]

By Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo In 2003, Wole Oke was God’s favorite. He had favors, not credentials. No wealth. No exposure. No big network. Just two rickety cars, a bungalow, and a teaching certificate. An ordinary farmer with bruised legs, running against political giants. God benched the giants. He wanted the council. God gave him the […] The post Birth Of A Tragedy: The Landlord Falls appeared first on OsunDefender.

Nigeria’s Federal Executive Council has approved a proposed amendment to the National Mental Health Act that would decriminalise attempted suicide, in a The post Nigeria moves to decriminalise attempted suicide appeared first on Tribune Online.

A medication mix-up at a hospital in Tennessee, United States, has left four patients with life-threatening complications after they were allegedly given potassium instead of standard pain medication during routine joint replacement surgeries. The incident occurred on August 14 at Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital in Nashville, prompting investigations by Tennessee health authorities and the […]

He described Wike as a “performing minister” whose focus on infrastructure delivery in the FCT should be The post Senator Mustapha hails Wike’s performance, denies political pact with Kwara gov appeared first on Tribune Online.

Prof. Peter Olaitan, has urged African governments to end their reliance on foreign aid and temporary surgical missions for cleft care and The post Africa must end reliance on foreign aid for cleft care — Ex-UNIOSUN CMD appeared first on Tribune Online.

        A pest control expert, Mr Bamidele Abiru, has called for intensified efforts to control mosquito breeding and prevent malaria, which he said claims between 180,000 and 200,000 lives annually in Nigeria. Abiru made the call during a medical outreach at Gosa Community in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to commemorate World […]

The Commissioner further disclosed that reports that the family’s dog also died after consuming the same food would be taken into The post Four family members die after eating amala in Kogi appeared first on Tribune Online.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi has been fined by Major League Soccer (MLS) for slapping Philadelphia Union midfielder Quinn Sullivan during their 2-2 draw on Wednesday. Messi, 39, struck Sullivan on the back of the head towards the end of the bad-tempered encounter after claiming the Union player had elbowed him following a challenge. Sullivan […]

The alleged fake National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria Special Project Office had a structure spanning several states and two foreign countries, with an acclaimed national coordinator, zonal directors, state coordinators and representatives in China and the United States. A check by Punch on Saturday found that the office’s website listed Hon. Nwabueze George […] The post Osun, 19 Other States Named In New ‘Fake’ Agency’ With Reps In China, US(Full List) appeared first on OsunDefender.

‎ ‎A group of non-governmental organisations have hosted inmates of Umuahia Correctional Centre to the 2026 World Humanitarian Day to pray, donate books and food items, and organise a football march for them. ‎The group include the Compassion Champions Initiative also known as Compassion Connectors Nigeria, and the Education and Sports Department of the center, […]

Two-time world boxing champion Zolani Tete has been fatally shot in an ambush outside his home in Mdantsane, Eastern Cape, South Africa. According to SABC Sport journalist Velile Mnyandu, the 37-year-old former champion was attacked at about 6:30pm on Friday while returning from the gym with a 27-year-old woman in his vehicle. Eastern Cape police […]

The Oil and Gas Trainers Association of Nigeria (OGTAN) has rewarded Geoplex Drillteq Limited with the 2026 Indigenous Service Company Award for its contribution to Nigeria’s oilfield services industry. The award was presented during an OGTAN event held at the Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Effurun, Delta State, where oil and gas professionals, trainers, service companies […]

Nigerian businessman and social commentator, Isaac Fayose, has criticised Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, over his decision to engage with leaders of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, following the August 15 governorship election in the state. Fayose questioned why Adeleke would align with APC leaders despite allegations that about 29 of his supporters were […] The post Adeleke Now With Oppressors After Death Of Supporters — Isaac Fayose appeared first on OsunDefender.

  The exchange rate between the United States dollar and the Nigerian naira remained a major focus in the foreign exchange market on Saturday, August 22, 2026, with the naira trading at different rates across the official and parallel markets. At the official market, the dollar was quoted at about ₦1,346.90 on the Nigerian Foreign […] The post Dollar To Naira Exchange Rate Today, August 22, 2026 appeared first on OsunDefender.

Political stakeholders and advocacy groups from across the South East region converged on Awka, the Anambra State capital, for The post South-East: RTIFN holds town hall meeting in Awka appeared first on Tribune Online.

President Bola Tinubu has constituted the All Progressives Congress’s Presidential Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 general election, naming former Zamfara State Governor, Senator Abdulaziz Yari, as the council’s Director-General, with Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State as Secretary. This is contained in a statement released by the Presidency on Saturday morning, signed by the […] The post Tinubu Constitutes APC 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, Picks Yari DG appeared first on OsunDefender.

Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has appointed the Emir of Rano, Ambassador Muhammad Isa Umar, as the Amirul Hajj for the 2027 pilgrimage. The post 2027 Hajj: Kano gov names Rano Emir as Amirul Hajj appeared first on Tribune Online.

  Vivienne Jolie-Pitt, the 18-year-old daughter of Hollywood actors Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, has published a legal notice in a Los Angeles newspaper confirming her intent to drop “Pitt” from her last name.   Court documents from the Los Angeles County Superior Court confirm that the notice was published across four consecutive weeks in […]

For many Nigerian homes and businesses, generators are an important backup when electricity supply fails. But like any machine, a generator needs regular maintenance to remain reliable... The post 9 essential generator maintenance tips every Nigerian should know appeared first on Tribune Online.