The Northern Youth Frontiers (NYF), a coalition of youth groups across the 19 Northern states, has reaffirmed its support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, commending the large turnout at the presidential campaign rally in Kaduna.
The coalition also praised Senator Abdulaziz Yari, Director-General of the Presidential Campaign Council, for his leadership and grassroots mobilisation, which it said contributed to the success of the rally.
In a statement issued on Sunday by the Coordinator of Northwest Northern Youth Frontiers, Saminu Turaki, the group described the turnout as a demonstration of continued support for Tinubu’s leadership and vision in Northern Nigeria.
Turaki congratulated the President on the rally and commended traditional rulers, community leaders and residents for their participation. He also acknowledged the role of grassroots mobilisation in bringing supporters together for the political gathering.
The coalition’s declaration comes as political groups begin to position themselves ahead of the 2027 general elections. However, the statement represents the position of the coalition and does not independently establish the level of support for the President across Northern Nigeria.
The Oloro Royal Compound, Oja’gbo, in Ibadan North-East Local Government Area of Oyo State, witnessed a historic and joyous occasion as His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Sen.) Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, installed Aare Dr. Oluwatunmise Adeagbo as the new Mogaji of Oloro Royal Compound.
Dr. Adeagbo, a medical doctor and State Coordinating Officer for the Sector-Wide Approach (SWAp), an initiative under the Federal Ministry of Health & Social welfare aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s healthcare system at the National and Subnational level, expressed profound gratitude to the Olubadan of Ibadanland and the people of Oloro Royal Compound for the confidence reposed in him through his installation.
In his remarks, the newly installed Mogaji reaffirmed his commitment to building on his existing developmental initiatives and advancing the growth, unity and welfare of Oloro Royal Compound and Ibadanland at large. He pledged to uphold the values, traditions and responsibilities associated with the revered Mogajiship institution while pursuing initiatives that promote community development and improve the well-being of the people.
Dr. Adeagbo, a former National President of the Federation of Ibadan Students’ Union (FIBSU) and the current Vice President of the Royal Group, popularly known as Egbe Omo Alade under the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII), is widely associated with humanitarian service and people-oriented development initiatives. Over the years, he has demonstrated a commitment to human development through interventions and activities aimed at positively impacting lives across Ibadanland. He is the founder of Moble Lifecare Foundation that provides healthcare assistance to the less privileged.
His installation is expected to provide an opportunity to further strengthen community engagement, preserve cultural heritage and promote sustainable development within Oloro Royal Compound and the wider Ibadan community.
Dr. Adeagbo also expressed appreciation to his friends, colleagues, associates and well-wishers for their support, goodwill and encouragement throughout the journey leading to his installation. He pledged to remain a worthy ambassador of Oloro Royal Compound and Ibadanland, serving with integrity, dedication and a strong commitment to the progress of his people.
The occasion marks a significant milestone for Oloro Royal Compound as it welcomes its new Mogaji, with hopes for greater unity, community development and the preservation of Ibadan’s rich cultural heritage.
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has appealed to contestants for the vacant Olufon of Ifon-Olumo stool in Ondo State to embrace dialogue and peaceful resolution of the ongoing succession dispute.
The intervention is aimed at promoting peace and preventing tensions surrounding the traditional institution from escalating amid the contest for the revered royal stool.
The Ooni’s appeal underscores the importance of dialogue, mutual understanding and respect for traditional institutions in resolving disputes over royal succession.
The development also highlights the role of traditional rulers in fostering unity, preserving Yoruba cultural heritage and maintaining peace within communities.
Further details on the succession dispute and the responses of the contestants were not immediately available.
The Ekiti State House of Assembly has passed a bill seeking to amend the 1999 Constitution to provide for the establishment of State Police Services across Nigeria.
The bill, known as the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2026, scaled its second and third readings during plenary, with all 21 lawmakers present supporting its passage on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Following the passage, the Speaker of the Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adeoye Aribasoye, directed the Clerk of the House to transmit the bill to the National Assembly alongside the observations made by the Ekiti legislature.
Aribasoye said the establishment of State Police had remained a major subject of national discussion for more than two decades, stressing that Nigeria needed a more responsive policing system capable of addressing security challenges at the grassroots.
He noted that delayed responses to distress calls, limited operational reach and inadequate coordination had weakened security efforts in some communities. According to him, a properly structured State Police system could bring law enforcement closer to the people, improve accountability and strengthen public confidence, provided adequate constitutional safeguards were established. <Cite refs={[“turn296866search0″,”turn296866search2”]}/>
The Assembly’s approval represents a step in the constitutional amendment process and does not mean that State Police are already operational in Ekiti. The proposed amendment must pass the remaining constitutional requirements before it can take effect.
The Ogun State Government has reportedly ordered the closure of schools again following a toxic gas incident that sent more than 100 pupils to hospital, raising fresh concerns about the safety of students in the state.
The incident reportedly affected several pupils who required medical attention after being exposed to the suspected toxic gas. The development has heightened anxiety among parents, teachers and residents, with calls for urgent measures to prevent a recurrence.
The reported decision to shut the affected schools is aimed at protecting students while concerns surrounding the incident are addressed. However, further details regarding the source of the gas, the specific schools affected and the current condition of the pupils remain to be confirmed.
The incident has renewed calls for a thorough investigation to establish the cause of the exposure and determine whether any environmental or industrial activity may have contributed to it.
Parents and other stakeholders are expected to look to the Ogun State Government and relevant health and environmental agencies for updates on the investigation and assurances that affected schools are safe for students to return.
A two storey building under construction has collapsed early Friday morning at Akinola Street by Fadeyi Bus Stop, off Ikorodu Road, Lagos.
Report confirms that three persons suspected to be construction workers have been rescued alive by Lagos state emergency response team and a dead body recovered.
The rescued victims were given immediate pre-hospital care before taking them to the hospital.
Search and rescue operations are still ongoing to ascertain if there are more persons trapped beneath the rubble.
Responders at the scene include LASEMA Response Team, LRU Paramedics, Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, LASAMBUS and officers of the Nigeria Police Force from Alagbon Division.
The cause of the collapse is yet to be ascertained and is expected to be subjected to detailed investigation by relevant regulatory agencies.
Oduduwa News has just gathered that on Friday night, gunmen stormed a community in Oke-Ogun and kidnapped a popular community figure, Alhaji Muathairu, popularly known as Muta Eleran.
Tension reportedly gripped Otu Community in Itesiwaju Local Government Area of Oyo State on Friday night after the popular community figure was abducted.
The incident, which reportedly occurred shortly before the information was received, was said to have thrown the community into disarray as gunshots rang out during an exchange of gunfire between local hunters and the suspected kidnappers.
According to information from the community, local hunters mobilised and pursued the suspected kidnappers in an effort to rescue the victim and prevent the attackers from escaping.
In a subsequent development, the local hunters reportedly caught up with the victim and took him to a police station. However, the circumstances surrounding his recovery, including whether he was rescued unharmed and whether any suspects were arrested, remain unclear.
The incident has heightened concerns over the security situation in Otu Community and the wider Itesiwaju Local Government Area. Further details are being awaited from the police and other relevant security agencies.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has intensified his criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, questioning its economic management, budget implementation and handling of revenues from Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG).
Makinde’s latest remarks have deepened the political exchange between the two leaders, with the Oyo governor demanding accountability over billions of dollars reportedly received as NLNG dividends.
The dispute also touches on the Federal Government’s budget performance and the management of public resources, with Makinde questioning whether Nigerians are getting sufficient value from government spending.
The Presidency had previously rejected aspects of Makinde’s claims concerning NLNG dividend payments to states, describing the allegations as misleading.
The disagreement comes amid growing political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the exchange highlighting mounting tensions between the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and opposition political figures.
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says President Bola Tinubu’s economic reforms have contributed to the sharp devaluation of the naira and worsened poverty in Nigeria.
Speaking on Wednesday at the Financial Times Africa summit 2026 in London, United Kingdom (UK), Obasanjo said the sharp decline in the naira’s value had impoverished Nigerians and contributed to the country’s position as the world’s poverty capital.
“We do not live in isolation as a country. We interact with the rest of the world. And overnight, you devalue the currency by 300 percent. The naira went from N500 to a dollar to N1,500 to a dollar,” Obasanjo said.
State Donates 500 Mattresses to NYSC Orientation Camp in Sagamu
The Ogun State Government has approved a welfare palliative of ₦50,000 each for the 3,050 members of the 2026 Batch C, Stream I of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) currently undergoing their orientation programme at the NYSC camp in Sagamu.
The intervention, approved by the administration of Governor Dapo Abiodun, is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to ease the burden of prevailing economic challenges on young Nigerians and provide support for corps members serving in the state.
The disbursement of the funds commenced on Monday, with each eligible corps member to receive ₦50,000 to help meet personal and other essential needs during the orientation period.
The initiative underscores the state government’s recognition of the contributions of corps members to national development and its commitment to promoting their welfare, comfort and overall well-being throughout their service year.
The government acknowledges that corps members, many of whom are away from their families and familiar environments, face various financial and personal demands as they settle into their new assignments. The additional financial support is intended to provide some relief and make their transition into the service year more manageable.
Beyond the financial palliative, the state government has also approved the donation of 500 mattresses to the NYSC orientation camp in Sagamu to strengthen the camp’s capacity to accommodate corps members comfortably.
The intervention comes amid an increase in the number of corps members deployed to Ogun State, making continuous investment in camp facilities and essential amenities necessary to sustain appropriate living conditions for participants.
The provision of mattresses forms part of the government’s broader commitment to supporting the NYSC programme and ensuring that corps members have access to decent accommodation and a conducive environment during their orientation exercise.
The Abiodun administration recognises the strategic role of the NYSC scheme in promoting national unity, cultural integration, leadership development and service to local communities. Corps members also contribute to critical sectors, including education, healthcare and community development, bringing their knowledge, skills and energy to bear on the development of their host communities.
The state government, therefore, considers their welfare an important aspect of creating a supportive environment in which they can discharge their responsibilities effectively and have a rewarding service year.
Ogun State will continue to explore measures to improve facilities at the orientation camp in response to changing needs and the growing number of corps members deployed to the state. The objective is to sustain appropriate standards of accommodation, comfort and general welfare while strengthening the state’s capacity to receive and support corps members during their orientation.
The government also encourages corps members to embrace the values of discipline, patriotism, tolerance and selfless service, and to take full advantage of the opportunities provided by the NYSC scheme to contribute meaningfully to their host communities and the country at large.
The state government reiterates its commitment to initiatives that promote youth welfare, social inclusion and human capital development, recognising young people as important partners in building a more prosperous and inclusive society.
