Nigerian comedienne Princess has publicly criticised actress Biola Adebayo for allegedly betraying her friend and colleague, Iyabo Ojo, in relation to the Baba Ijesha case. In a passionate Instagram Live video, Princess accused Biola of disregarding the losses Iyabo suffered due to the case, yet still claiming friendship with her after interviewing Baba Ijesha. “I [...]

Nigerian singer-songwriter Bukola Elemide, widely known as Asa, has announced the death of her mother, leaving fans and colleagues sending messages of support. The music star disclosed the loss in a touching Instagram post on Tuesday, where she expressed deep sorrow while celebrating her mother’s life and impact on her. Describing her as irreplaceable, Asa [...]

By Chief Akinwumi Akinfenwa Let us stop pretending. Nigeria’s economic crisis is no longer about policy mistakes or reform pains. It is about official dishonesty — the deliberate promotion of a success story that millions of starving citizens know to be false. This government is not merely out of touch. It is talking down to […] The post “Stop Insulting Nigerians: An Economy That Works Only in Government Speeches Is a Fraud” appeared first on OsunDefender.

    A factional President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW, Tajudeen Baruwa, has accused the Nigeria Police Force of bias over his arrest on Monday in Abuja. OSUN DEFENDER reports that Baruwa was arrested by the Police on Monday alongside several of his supporters when he moved to enforce court judgments […] The post Assault On Rule Of Law: Baruwa Accuses Nigeria Police Of Bias appeared first on OsunDefender.

By Ifábíyìí Akódà As global interest in traditional Yorùbá practice continues to grow, Ifá  is expanding beyond Nigeria through a combination of tradition, diaspora collaboration,  and the strategic use of technology.  This expansion comes at a time when authorities within Yorùbáland have raised  concerns about the rise of unverified interpretations and distorted practices  outside Nigeria, […] The post Technology and Tradition Drive Ifá’s Global Reach from Yorùbáland to the World  appeared first on OsunDefender.

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  The Super Eagles’ training camp in Antalya sprang into action on Tuesday as 13 out of the 23 invited players arrived, Prompt News reports . Éric Chelle’s side are in Antalya  for the international friendlies against Iran, and Jordan. The team is camped at Bellis Deluxe Hotel, Antalya. Alex Iwobi, Frank Onyeka, [...]

March 24, (THEWILL) — All is set for the 2026 edition of the TheNiche Annual Lecture, with Alex Chioma Otti, Governor of Abia State, scheduled to deliver the keynote address under the distinguished chairmanship of Muhammadu Sanusi II, the Emir of Kano. The fifth edition of the high-profile lecture series will hold on Thursday, April […] The post Otti, Sanusi to Headline 2026 TheNiche Annual Lecture appeared first on THEWILL NEWS MEDIA.

By Rommy Mom Wars between powerful states are rarely explained in terms of human suffering. They are framed instead through the language of deterrence, strategic balance and national security. The current military confrontation involving the United States, Israel and Iran is no exception. Much of the public debate focuses on uranium enrichment levels, missile capabilities [...]

By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Federal Government is set to unveil the Phase 1 of the National Single Window (NSW) platform to moderate the trade ecosystem, as part of ongoing economic reforms in the country.Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, who launched the platform in Lagos, explained that the [...]

By Tony Obiechina, Abuja The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission Nigeria (SEC) Dr Emomotimi Agamahas been the re-elected as Vice Chair of the Africa/Middle-East Regional Committee (AMERC) of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) for a second term spanning 2026–2028. IOSCO was established in 1983, serves as the global standard-setter for [...]

By Ishola N. Ayodele “What separates brands that are seen from brands that are felt is RESONANCE” – Ishola Ayodele About the Brand Peak Milk, a flagship brand in Nigeria’s dairy category, has built decades of equity around nourishment, trust, and family well-being. Positioned not just as a product but as a household companion, the [...]

Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, convicted and sentenced an ex-convict, Oluokun Gabriel Adekola, to three years’ imprisonment for theft involving N12 million. Adekola was arraigned on March 16, 2026, by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), [...]

The Osun State Government on Tuesday, urged residents of the state who are manifesting symptoms of tuberculosis to present themselves for screening to prevent death from the disease. The appeal was made through the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Health, Dr Isiaka Adekunle, during an awareness campaign and free screening held in Osogbo, the state capital, […] The post Tuberculosis Not Spiritual Affliction, Osun Govt Tells Residents appeared first on OsunDefender.

Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has expressed dissatisfaction with the slow pace of work on the Ile-Ife flyover, tasking the contractor to hasten up the construction. The governor who made an on-site inspection on Tuesday, questioned the attitudes of the contractor to the project, warning that the state government would not accept any further […] The post Ife Flyover: Adeleke Warns Contractor Over Delay, Flags Off Road Reconstruction In Modakeke appeared first on OsunDefender.

Members of the Accord Party in Ife Central have urged the party leadership not to impose the lawmaker representing the constituency in the Osun State House of Assembly, Hon. Abiola Awoyeye in the forthcoming primaries of the party. The members in a letter sent to the chairman of Accord Party in Osun and signed by […] The post 2027: Osun Lawmaker Fires Back As Accord Party Members Warn Against Imposition appeared first on OsunDefender.

President Bola Tinubu has extolled Mr Tunde Rahman, his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Special Duties, for his commitment to duty and loyalty over the years. President Tinubu used the occasion of his longtime aide’s 60th birthday to shower encomiums on him for his many years of unflinching dedication to duty as his former [...]

Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has tendered a public apology to Nigerians over the crippling and persistent outages witnessed in the last month, admitting the blackout has deepened hardship across homes, businesses, schools and industries amid the scorching dry-season heat. Adelabu made the apology during a press conference on Tuesday in Abuja. It comes amid […] The post I Apologise, Power Minister, Adelabu Begs Nigerians Over Outages appeared first on OsunDefender.

Nigerian Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has opened up about his musical journey and what fans should expect from the next phase of his career. Speaking during an appearance on the Official UK Afrobeats Chart Show with Eddie Kadi, the singer highlighted his global achievements, including sold-out shows and multiple Grammy nominations [...]

Two nurses have been arrested following the deaths of six- and three-year-old sisters at the General Hospital in Zuru, Kebbi State, on March 18, after allegedly receiving incorrect injections during treatment. The suspects are currently in police custody in Birnin Kebbi as investigations continue to determine the exact cause of the children’s deaths. In response, […] The post Two Nurses Arrested After Patients Die from Alleged Wrong Injections appeared first on OsunDefender.

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Chief Eze Chukwuemeka Eze, has announced his exit from the ruling party. Announcing the move, Eze said the decision was informed by what he described as the brazen ineptitude of the current regime led by the APC and President Bola Tinubu. In a statement issued on Tuesday, […] The post “APC More Like Banditry Outfit”, Says Eze As He Dumps Party, Joins ADC appeared first on OsunDefender.

Former Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Political Matters, Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has delivered a scathing assessment of the current administration, declaring that Nigeria is worse off now than when Tinubu assumed office in 2023. In an interview on Trust TV on Tuesday, Baba-Ahmed said the deepening crisis spans both the economy and national security, […]

Labour Party (LP) has disclosed that the party has zoned its 2027 presidential ticket to the south.  National chairperson of the party, Nenadi Usman, made the disclosure on Tuesday in Abuja, adding that the decision was already settled within the party. “We have one certain decision that we have taken and that is that we […] The post 2027: Labour Party Zones Presidential Ticket To South appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission on Tuesday arraigned former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, before the Federal High Court in Kaduna over alleged corruption-related offences. The former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory had spent 38 days in detention before he was arraigned. El-Rufai was brought before Justice Rilwan M. Aikawa […] The post Court To Hear Bail Application March 31 As ICPC Arraigns El-Rufai appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Labour Party has announced that its presidential ticket for the 2027 elections will be exclusively reserved for candidates from Southern Nigeria. Nenadi Usman, the party’s acting National Chairperson, disclosed the decision on Tuesday during an interaction with journalists in Abuja. Usman stated, “We have made a definite decision that the party will not field [...]

The Taraba State Government says it is making significant strides in rural infrastructure development aimed at boosting agriculture and economic activities across the state. The Commissioner for Information and Reorientation, Zainab Usman Jalingo, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists in Jalingo, highlighting ongoing work on the Mararaba–Baissa road project. She said the […]

Ahmad Umar, a Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, has refuted claims that he was detained by the Department of State Services (DSS), following a recent visit by Peter Obi, the former presidential candidate. In Tuesday’s post on his X page, Obi alleged that Umar was arrested shortly after hosting him in Kaduna last Sunday. The African Democratic […] The post ‘I Wasn’t Arrested’, Kaduna Cleric Counters Obi appeared first on OsunDefender.

Jigawa State Primary Health Care Development Agency (JSPHDA) has announced plans to vaccinate over 1.5 million children in Jigawa State as part of a nationwide polio immunisation campaign scheduled to run from Saturday, March 28, to Friday, April 2, 2026. State Health Promotion Officer, Sani Yusuf, disclosed this during a media dialogue organised by JSPHDA […] Jigawa to vaccinate over 1.5m children against Polio

Ahmed Rabiu, a non-oil exporter, has said that Nigeria can boost its non-oil exports from 15 percent to 80 percent with the right business environment, in line with the African Continental Free Trade Area, AfCFTA. He made the disclosure on Tuesday at an event in Abuja to announce a market survey, which highlighted the major […] AfCFTA: Nigeria can achieve 90 percent non-oil exports trade – Rabiu

A frightening incident has reportedly involved Nigerian international footballer Alex Iwobi, who was said to have been robbed at knifepoint during a home invasion.  According to emerging reports, unknown burglars allegedly broke into his residence and threatened him while demanding valuables. Sources claim the attackers made away with high-value items, including designer wristwatches, jewelry, two […]

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Tuesday moved to take over the Maitama residence of former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, in Abuja.  Operatives of the anti-graft agency, reportedly led by Folarin Dare, arrived at the property in about five buses. Dressed in their red and black jackets and heavily armed, the […]

Kaduna State has recorded a steady rise in tuberculosis (TB) detection, with the Ministry of Health confirming 22,321 cases in 2025, compared to 21,557 in 2022, marking a three per cent increase and an impressive 102 per cent achievement of its target. Speaking at a press briefing in Kaduna to commemorate the 2026 World Tuberculosis […]

Lebanon has ordered the exit of Iran’s newly appointed ambassador, declaring him persona non grata in a move that signals deepening tensions between both countries. In a statement released Tuesday, the Lebanese Foreign Ministry disclosed that Iran’s charge d’affaires in Beirut, Toufic Samadi Khoshkhoo, was summoned and formally notified of the decision. The ministry directed […]

The Federal Government has called for renewed public confidence in information systems and a deliberate shift toward Africa-driven storytelling in the rapidly changing global communication landscape. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, made the appeal in Abuja on Tuesday during the maiden national conference of the International Communication Association (ICA) Nigeria. He […]

Three weeks ago, as Israeli jets roared through Iranian airspace and American intelligence officers packed themselves into situation rooms across Washington, the mood in Tel Aviv and the White House was almost euphoric. This, they believed, was not going to be another slow-burning Middle East war, a bloody, endless slog with no clear winner. No, […]

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