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  The June 12 Mandate Coalition (J12MC) has strongly condemned recent statements made by PDP chieftain and a member  of the Tinubu Campaign Council, Ṣẹgun Ṣowunmi, regarding the late Chief M.K.O. Abiola, describing Ṣowunmi as a "desperately hungry politician and a poor student of history." The coalition's reaction follows what it describes as "an irresponsible and senseless statement" credited to Ṣowunmi, where he asserted that anyone who announces or shows election results in 2027 other than the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) will go to prison just like M.K.O. Abiola. The J12MC noted that not even President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, a fellow actor in the June 12 struggle, would ever make such disparaging, insensitive, and reckless comment against the symbol of Nigeria's current democracy. In a powerful statement issued today and signed by its National President, Comrade Mark Adebayo - a frontline June 12 activist and author of the 300-page book o...

  Mobile banking is changing how Nigerians manage money, pay bills and complete everyday financial transactions. The value goes beyond having a bank on a smartphone. It lies in helping customers complete important banking tasks without allowing those tasks to disrupt work, business, family responsibilities or personal schedules. A routine visit to a bank branch can take more time than expected. Customers may have to contend with traffic, travel time and queues. For a business owner, this could mean leaving a shop during a busy period. An employee may have to sacrifice a lunch break, while a parent may need to reorganise an already demanding day. Bank branches remain important for customers who require financial advice, documentation or assistance with complex transactions. However, many routine banking activities can now be completed digitally. The Fidelity Mobile App allows customers to conduct several transactions within a secure digital environment. These include money transfers...

  A National Leader of the Oodua People's Congress, OPC, Comrade Adesina Akinpelu, has felicitated Chief (Engr.) Jubril Dotun Sanusi, the Chief Executive Officer of Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort, on the occasion of his birthday. In a congratulatory message on Saturday, Akinpelu described Sanusi, who is the Okanlomo Oodua and Jagun Olubadan of Ibadanland, as a great son of Ibadanland and pride of the Yoruba race. He said Sanusi's contributions to humanity, community development and the wellbeing of others continue to earn him recognition and appreciation across Yorubaland and beyond. According to him, Sanusi's commitment to uplifting people, building bridges across communities and supporting those in need reflects the enduring value of service to humanity. "Your life reminds us that true greatness is measured not only by personal achievements but also by the positive impact we have on others' lives," Akinpelu said. The OPC leader prayed that Almighty God grant...

  The Lagos State Government has announced a 35-day rehabilitation project on Ozumba Mbadiwe Road, from the Adetokunbo Ademola/Civic Centre junction to Samuel Manuwa/BJ, beginning Monday, October 19, 2026. The government said alternative routes had been mapped out to ensure a smoother flow of traffic and minimise inconvenience to motorists during the rehabilitation works. As part of the traffic management measures, a contra-flow arrangement will be introduced on the Lagos-bound carriageway between Samuel Manuwa and Adetokunbo Ademola/Civic Centre while work is being carried out on the other lane. The government has also outlined diversion routes for motorists travelling through Bonny Camp, Falomo, Akin Adesola, Eko Hotel and surrounding areas. Bonny Camp/Falomo to Civic Centre and Lekki Motorists travelling from Bonny Camp and Falomo towards Civic Centre and Lekki are advised to use Adeyemo Alakija Street by Muri Okunola Park, connect to Adeola Hopewell Street, proceed through Akin...

  … Experts advocate early detection, regular breast checks and prompt medical attention The Oyo State Government, through the Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Oyo State Coalition Against Cancer, has intensified efforts to promote breast cancer awareness among secondary school students as part of activities marking the 2026 Breast Cancer Awareness Month, popularly known as Pink October. The sensitisation programme, held on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Oba Akinbiyi Model College, Mokola, Ibadan, featured educational lectures, practical demonstrations on breast self-examination and the administration of questionnaires to assess students’ knowledge of breast cancer, its symptoms and prevention. The initiative was designed to equip young people, particularly adolescent girls, with essential information about breast health, the importance of recognising unusual changes and the need to seek prompt medical attention. Dignitaries at the event included the Commissioner for He...

  …Says Benin Republic Offers Better Medical Facilities and Emergency Services Prince Adewole Adebayo, the 2027 presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), has expressed deep sorrow over the death of popular gospel musician Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings, blaming Nigeria’s failing healthcare system for the tragedy. Adebayo described Nigeria’s healthcare policy as “worse than poor”, lamenting that systemic failures and inadequate emergency medical services continue to cost the country the lives of promising young citizens. In a statement signed by Comrade Mark Adebayo, Chief Adviser on Media and Communications to the Adebayo-Bugaje Presidential Campaign, the SDP presidential candidate alleged that Nigeria’s healthcare system had become dysfunctional, leaving many citizens vulnerable to preventable deaths. He also claimed that neighbouring Benin Republic had superior medical facilities and emergency response services, noting that many Niger...