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Man arrested by NSCDC for alleged rape of 4-year-old girl in Ekiti

10May

By Ofomata EdidiongNo Comments

Metro

Man arrested by NSCDC for alleged rape of 4-year-old girl in Ekiti

In Ekiti State, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has apprehended a man identified as Afolabi Ojo, also known as Afo, from Olujoda Street, Ado-Ekiti, for reportedly raping a four-year-old girl. The suspect's arrest came after the girl's mother lodged a formal complaint at the NSCDC office in Ado-Ekiti. According to reports, the four-year-old girl alleged that Afo had sexually assaulted her by removing her underwear and engaging in sexual activity with her at the end of last month. Speaking to the press, the girl's mother confirmed that her daughter had disclosed the incident to her. On the other hand, the suspect has refuted all accusations, claiming he has been falsely accused. Meanwhile, the NSCDC's Public Relations Officer, Tolu Afolabi, mentioned that a medical ex...

Efforts to Resolve Boundary Dispute Between Osun and Ekiti Through Peaceful Means

10May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Efforts to Resolve Boundary Dispute Between Osun and Ekiti Through Peaceful Means

An agreement has been reached by the Osun and Ekiti State governments to pursue peaceful dialogue in settling the ongoing boundary dispute between the two states. Both parties stress the importance of communication and peaceful negotiations as the most effective way to address boundary disagreements. The decision was reached on Thursday during a visit by Ekiti State Deputy Governor, Monisade Afuye, to Osun State. Welcoming Deputy Governor Monisade Afuye from Ekiti, Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke (represented by Deputy Kola Adewusi), thanked the Ekiti government for choosing a peaceful approach to resolve the boundary dispute. Adeleke urged the experts involved to conduct a fair fact-finding mission on the matter. During her speech, Ekiti Deputy Governor, Monisade Afuye, e...

Get Ready as Rivers Angels Prepare for NWFL Super Six Playoff

10May

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Sports

Get Ready as Rivers Angels Prepare for NWFL Super Six Playoff

Rivers Angels from the Nigeria Women Football League are now focusing on the upcoming Super Six playoffs tournament. In their recent match, Rivers Angels advanced to the Round 16 of the Women’s President Federation Cup after a walkover against Ekiti Queens. The team from Port Harcourt will be facing off against Heartland Queens, Confluence Queens, Bayelsa Queens, Edo Queens, and Nasarawa Amazons in the battle for the 2024 NWFL title. This highly anticipated playoff event is set to take place at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa from May 18th to 26th, 2024. "After our intensive training and journey to Asaba for the R32 President Federation Cup match against Ekiti Queens, we received news that our opponents did not attend the match. Consequently, we have offic...

Strategies to Resolve Ekiti and Osun’s Boundary Tussles

10May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Strategies to Resolve Ekiti and Osun’s Boundary Tussles

To strengthen the relationship between the southwestern states, Ekiti and Osun have devised strategies to address border disputes in some border towns. The peace agreement was reached during a meeting between a delegation led by Ekiti State Deputy Governor, Mrs. Monisade Afuye, and Osun's Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi, in Osogbo. The discussion involved key officials such as the Permanent Secretary, Chairman of the Boundary Commission Technical Committee, Surveyor General, and Deputy Chief of Staff from Ekiti. Prior to the meeting, the deputy governors held a private discussion to address the outstanding issues and formulate solutions to the boundary conflicts. In her statement, Mrs. Afuye emphasized Governor Biodun Oyebanji's commitment to fostering peaceful relationships with...

Nigerian States Request $501 Million Loan Repayment Pause Amid FX Crisis

9May

By Afolake IbidunNo Comments

Business

Nigerian States Request $501 Million Loan Repayment Pause Amid FX Crisis

In light of foreign exchange fluctuations, the state governments of Ekiti, Cross River, and Ogun are seeking to temporarily halt their repayment of $501 million in foreign debt. The Federal Account Allocation Committee's March 2024 meeting minutes revealed the details of this proposal. This move is aimed at easing the burden of debt servicing, which officials claim has significantly impacted their ability to meet current debt obligations. According to data from the Debt Management Office, these three states hold the highest foreign debt stock as of December 2023, primarily from multilateral and bilateral loans. Among the states, Cross Rivers leads with a debt of $211.13 million, followed by Ogun with $168.8 million and Ekiti with $121.1 million. The finance commissioners of these state...

Police in Ekiti Varsity Apprehend Eight Suspected Cultists

8May

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Metro

Police in Ekiti Varsity Apprehend Eight Suspected Cultists

On Tuesday, the Police Command in Ekiti took into custody eight individuals believed to be affiliated with four different secret cult groups within the premises of Ekiti State University. A statement released on Wednesday by DSP Sunday Abutu, the Public Relations Officer of the Command, disclosed that the arrests were made in response to reports of cult-related disruptions to the peace on the campus. Abutu mentioned that a distress call was received by the Command on May 7 around 6:00 p.m., reporting the disruptive activities of suspected members of Buccaneer confraternity, Alora confraternity, and Sea Lord groups within the university grounds. "Upon receiving the report, the Command promptly dispatched the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) to the location where eight suspects, comprising tw...

Players of Ekiti United express frustration over unpaid salaries

8May

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Sports

Players of Ekiti United express frustration over unpaid salaries

Reports reveal that players of Ekiti United, a team in the Nigeria National League, are distressed due to the prolonged delay in receiving their salaries. For the past three months, the players have not been paid, leaving them struggling to make ends meet. They have pointed fingers at the club's management, accusing them of hindering the support from the Ekiti State Government. Ekiti United is currently facing a tough battle to stay clear of relegation in the league. With 23 points accumulated from 20 games this season, the team is striving to secure their position in the league. The upcoming crucial match for Ekiti United will be against Abia Comets in Aba.

Caution from Ekiti State Government against Street Trading

7May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Caution from Ekiti State Government against Street Trading

Market vendors in Ekiti State have been warned against the act of showcasing their goods on the streets, notably in Ado Ekiti, the capital of the state. Expressing his concern in Ado-Ekiti, the Commissioner for Information, Taiwo Olatunbosun, labeled illegal street trading as hazardous and detrimental, mentioning that displaying merchandise on the roads hampers the smooth flow of traffic. He further highlighted that this practice exacerbates waste management issues and could potentially lead to unfortunate accidents resulting in loss of lives and property. As per Olatunbosun, "Street trading poses a significant challenge as it contributes to traffic congestion, waste mismanagement, cutthroat competition for customers, and accidents." “The environmental debris left behind by street trad...

7May

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Metro

Two men remanded for bribing police in Ekiti

Two individuals held for offering bribes to police in Ekiti Recently, two individuals named Kayode Seun and Godwin Festus were taken into custody by the Ado-Ekiti magistrates court on charges of conspiracy, fraud, cybercrime, and attempting to bribe police officers. During the court proceedings, Inspector Akinwale Oriyomi, the prosecutor, presented compelling evidence justifying the remand of Kayode Seun and Godwin Festus. The individuals are suspected of colluding to perpetrate fraud and were caught in possession of a Mercedes Benz CLA car believed to be stolen. Furthermore, the prosecutor claimed that on April 22, 2024, at 11am in Ikere-Ekiti, the defendants allegedly tried to offer a bribe of N485,000 to police officers. It was noted in court that the legal representative for the...

Disturbing Video Emerges: Female Student Assaults Peer

7May

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Metro

Disturbing Video Emerges: Female Student Assaults Peer

At Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere, a distressing video has been circulating online, showing a female student attacking a peer with a stick. In the viral footage, the assailant can be seen ignoring the victim's pleas while brandishing the stick. According to witnesses, the incident took place on a Sunday, with the victim identified as Ajayi Precious Gloria and the attacker described as a "very popular" Mass Communication student. While the motive behind the attack remains unclear, the video highlights the lack of intervention from bystanders. This incident is reminiscent of previous bullying cases, such as a widely shared video from April involving a student at Lead British International School in Abuja. In response to these troubling events, th...