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  The incumbent Governor of Ondo State and candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Rotimi Akeredolu, shot into an early lead on Sunday as the Independent National Electoral Commission began to announce results from the state’s Governorship election held on Saturday. After 12 local governments, the Governor, who is seeking re-election for another four years, … Continue reading Ondo Election: Akeredolu In Early Lead As Collation Continues

  Many Nigerians have continued to proclaim #EndSars slogans on streets across the country, insisting on the scrapping of an infamous police unit. The unit at the centre of the storm, the Special Anti-Robbery Squad, was founded in 1992 to combat cases of armed robbery, kidnapping, and other violent crimes. But SARS, instead, over time, … Continue reading LIVE: #EndSARS Protests Continue, Gain Momentum

  The electorate across the 18 local governments of Ondo State on Saturday went to the polls to cast their ballots for the person who will lead them for the next four years. Voters including young and old citizens and the disabled were also not left out as they were assisted to the polls to … Continue reading PHOTOS: Sights, Scenes From Ondo Governorship Election

  Popular musician Davido has announced that he will be leading the #EndSARS protest on Sunday. The singer said this on Saturday through his Instagram post. He called on Nigerians living in Abuja to come and join him in the protest. Davido’s call follows other international musicians including Trey Songz, Chance The Rapper, Big Sean … Continue reading #EndSARS: Davido To Lead Protest In Abuja Tomorrow

  Across 18 local governments, voters in Ondo state are ready to select the person who will lead them for the next four years.  According to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), 17 parties are on the ballot, although some have collapsed their structures to campaign for others. Incumbent Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu of the All … Continue reading LIVE: Ondo Voters Ready To Vote In Governorship Election

  The long-awaited Ondo election is already underway. Across 18 local governments, voters have begun to cast their ballots for the person who will lead them for the next four years. According to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), 17 parties are on the ballot, although some have collapsed their structures to campaign for others. … Continue reading PHOTOS: Ondo Election Gets Underway

  The Super Eagles of Nigeria have lost 1-0 to African champions, Algeria in a friendly match played in Klagenfurt, Austria on Friday night. Missing four of their regular players, Wilfred Ndidi, Joe Ayodele-Aribo, Oghenekaro Etebo and marksman Victor Osimhen for different reasons, Nigeria had to start with an unfamiliar midfield trio of Oluwasemilogo Ajayi, … Continue reading Friendly: Super Eagles Lose 1-0 to African Champions, Algeria

  Celebrities like Folarin “Falz” Falana, DJ Cuppy, Adesuwa Etomi-Wellington, Laycon, John Boyega, and many other celebrities have lent their voices both online and physically to causes related to the #EndSARS movement as the nation continues to see protests related to outright and systemic abuse and police brutality. A renewed focus was placed on the … Continue reading Laycon, DJ Cuppy, Adesuwa Etomi And Other Celebrities Amplifying #EndsSARSProtests Online

  Lionel Messi put his Barcelona troubles behind him to fire Argentina to an opening 1-0 victory over Ecuador in World Cup qualifying on Thursday. The 33-year-old great has been in open conflict with his club but it had no detrimental effect on his form as his 13th-minute penalty was the difference in a tight … Continue reading Messi Fires Argentina To WC Qualifying Win Over Ecuador

  In-form Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin scored on his England debut as Gareth Southgate’s experimental side beat Wales 3-0 in Thursday’s friendly. Calvert-Lewin opened the scoring at Wembley with his 10th goal this season after netting nine times in six games for Everton. The 23-year-old’s first-half strike was followed by another maiden England goal as … Continue reading Arsenal’s Saka Makes England Debut As Three Lions Wallop Wales