The Government of Ekiti State has charged Caterers’ Association of Nigeria, Ekiti Chapter to sustain innovation, uphold quality standards and leverage digital platforms to strengthen its contribution to Nigeria’s economy and expand opportunities for entrepreneurs across the country. The Director General of Bureau of Community Communications, Mary Oso-Omotosho made this call in Ado-Ekiti during the…
The Yoruba movie industry has been thrown into mourning following reports that popular Nollywood actress Temitope Osoba has passed away at the age of 40. According to reports circulating on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, the actress reportedly died on Tuesday evening, August 4, 2026. The news was first shared by actor Alesh Ola Sanni, who…
The Canadian province of Ontario has opened applications for its new Workforce Priority Stream, providing eligible foreign workers with a fresh pathway to permanent residence under the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP). Ontario authorities announced that eligible foreign nationals can now register an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the province’s e-Filing Portal, provided they have…
The Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service, Olumode Adeyemi, has announced the introduction of a Medical Intervention Scheme and other welfare initiatives, including an increase in the Service’s interest-free loan facility from ₦300,000 to ₦500,000. Adeyemi disclosed this on Tuesday during the inauguration of a Quarter Guard at the Federal Fire Service National Headquarters in…
Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has directed the establishment of additional military formations in the Eda Oniyo axis of Ilejemeje Local Government Area as part of efforts to strengthen security, protect lives and property, and prevent future security breaches in the border community. The governor also ordered the speedy completion of the divisional police…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons will take on Egypt in a crucial Group C encounter at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) on Wednesday night, with a place in the quarter-finals firmly in their sights. The match will be played at the Olympic Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, as the nine-time African champions look to secure…
The United States says a deal to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz could be reached as early as Wednesday, raising hopes of easing tensions in the Middle East and stabilising global energy markets. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed that Washington is engaged in discussions aimed at restoring normal shipping operations through the…
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has firmly dismissed reports suggesting he submitted his resignation during the ongoing crisis involving Iran and the United States. Speaking in a televised address on Tuesday, Pezeshkian said he had no intention of stepping down and would continue leading the country through the challenges ahead. “If I were going to resign,…
Popular Nigerian content creator and streamer Peller has sparked reactions online after revealing that some of the dollar notes sprayed on him during his traditional wedding were allegedly counterfeit. The TikTok star made the disclosure during a livestream, explaining that he discovered the issue when he visited a bank to deposit money received from guests…
The Ekiti State Government has announced the recruitment of qualified teachers into public primary and basic schools across the state as part of efforts to strengthen the education sector and improve the quality of teaching and learning. The recruitment exercise, being coordinated by the Ekiti State Universal Basic Education Board (EKSUBEB), is aimed at filling…
