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The Federal Government has advised developing nations to adopt proactive measures that will cushion the impact of global economic shocks on their economies. Speaking during the G24 news conference held on the sidelines of the ongoing International Monetary Fund meeting in Washington, D.C., the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, […]

The Ogun State House of Assembly has screened the nominees of Governor Dapo Abiodun for appointment into the State Independent Electoral Commission (OGSIEC), charging them to deliver more credible future elections at the the local government level.

The nominees screened included Mr. Babatunde Adetona Osibodu, Mr. Tunji Akoni, Mr. Ayodele Bankole, Mrs. Gbemisola Onasanya and Mrs. Oluwaremilekun Olaopa.

Presiding over the screening held on Wednesday at the Assembly Complex, Oke Mosan, Abeokuta, the Speaker, Oludaisi Elemide, alongside other lawmakers, commended the nominees for their impressive track records; noting that the quality of their previous service in the commission was well acknowledged.

Elemide urged them to improve on their past performance and address observed shortcomings in previous electoral exercises to ensure a more transparent and credible local government election.

According to the speaker, the nominees needed to draw on the lessons learnt from previous elections conducted and strive for electoral reforms that would ensure rancour free elections in the State.

Responding on behalf of the nominees, the Chairman-designate, Mr. Babatunde Osibodu, a native of Ilisan Remo in Ikenne local government area, appreciated the assembly for the confidence reposed in them and assured that the Commission would build on its past achievements and deliver improved electoral outcomes

Ogun Assembly screens OGSIEC nominees, seeks improvement in conduct of future elections

The Oyo State Government has officially announced the release of the results for the 2025 Confirmation, Promotion, and Advancement Examinations, which were conducted in December 2025. This development was made known by the Head of Service, Mrs Olubunmi Oni, through an official statement issued by her office. According to the statement, the examinations took place […]

Nigerian Army has stepped up its offensive against bandits, recording fresh successes in ongoing clearance operations across

The New Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Kwara State Command, Abbas Nda Mohammed, has vowed to tackle security challenges in the Kwara North and South Senatorial Districts of the state.

He warned criminals to check out of the state or face the full wrath of the law.

Mohammed, pledged stronger operational strategies, improved intelligence gathering, and sustained collaboration with stakeholders in the fight against crime and protection of critical national assets in the state.

Speaking during his maiden interaction with journalists in Ilorin, on Wednesday, Mohammed expressed appreciation to the media for their role in public enlightenment and security awareness, describing their partnership as vital to effective policing and national stability.

He noted that he has officially assumed duty as the 16th substantive State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Kwara State, describing the appointment as a privilege and a call to greater responsibility.

The commandant, said having served in the state command previously, “we know that Kwara North and South Senatorial Districts have security challenges in the state.

“I intend to deploy many security officers from the headquarters down to the troubled spots.

“I have also activated our tactical units for immediate quick response in Kaiama and Oro-Ago axis in the Kwara North and South Senatorial Districts,” he added.

Reaffirming the Corps’ mandate, the new Commandant stressed that the agency remains committed to safeguarding lives and protecting critical national infrastructure across the state.

According to him, his leadership will focus on strengthening operational capacity, enhancing intelligence-led policing, and intensifying efforts against vandalism, sabotage, and other forms of criminality.

“Under my leadership, we will strengthen our operations, enhance intelligence gathering, and intensify efforts in safeguarding critical infrastructure and tackling all forms of criminality,” he stated.

Mohammed also emphasized the importance of inter-agency cooperation and sustained partnership with stakeholders, particularly the media, in achieving a safer society.

“We will also continue to collaborate with other security agencies and stakeholders, including the media, as security is a collective responsibility,” he added.

New NSCDC commandant vows to tackle insurgency in Kwara

Kogi State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has thrown its weight behind Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for a

Nigerian actress, Victoria Inyama, has revealed that her experience with female circumcision, despite being traumatic, has influenced her sexual discipline and helped her abstain from unwanted sexual intercourse.

Speaking during an Instagram Live session with media personality, Daddy Freeze, the actress recalled the physical pain and trauma she endured when she was circumcised at the age of five.

Although she described Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) as “evil,” Inyama also called it “the best thing that happened to me”.

According to her, the procedure has helped her control sexual urges on several occasions, enabling her to stay true to her resolve.

“FGM is evil. You now have to deal with the consequences of that thing, having a mind of its own. Yes, I was (circumcised). Because I grew up in the village with my grandmother. But that is what is helping me. That is the best thing that they did for me. I swear to God. If I say I no dey do, I no dey do. And that is the power that I have,” she said.

“That is why nobody can say they have seen me in this hotel or that hotel.

“At the age of five or six. They will give you some (kind of) gin. When you take it, you will think you have fainted. They held me down. It was a specialist person who did it. It was just a swipe.”

When asked why she did not circumcise her own children, Inyama said she does not have absolute authority over such decisions regarding them.

“I did not do it for the children. They are British. I will agree if their father wanted to. Even though I have the trauma, I think that is the best thing that happened to me,” she added.

Inyama was married to Godwin Okri. They tied the knot in 2003, but their union ended in 2018.

Circumcision Is Evil But Helps Me Stay Sexually Disciplined – Actress Inyama is first published on The Whistler Newspaper

Veteran Nollywood actress, Victoria Inyama, has revealed the best thing that has ever happened to her.

She made the revelation during an Instagram live season with Daddy Freeze.

Discussing about Female genital mutilation, FGM, popularly referred to as circumcision, Victoria noted that the procedure has helped her to control her sexual urges.

While describing the procedure as the best thing that has ever happened to her, she also revisited the trauma after being circumcised at the age of five.

“FGM is evil. You now have to deal with the consequences. I was circumcised because I grew up with my grandmother in the village. That’s the best thing that they did for me because it is helping me a lot.

“If I say I no dey do, I no dey do. And that is the power that I have. That’s why nobody can say they’ve seen me with a man in any hotel”, she said.

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‘It helps me control my desires – Victoria Inyama on effects of FGM

Temi Otedola, wife of Nigerian singer, Mr Eazi, has revealed that her husband keeps malice with her whenever he gets upset with her instead of confronting her.
Speaking in an episode of their joint podcast, the actress described her husband’s action as “a bit childish.”

She recalled an incident when she found out her husband was angry with her through email.

“The way I found out that Tosin [Mr Eazi] was actually angry with me on a Monday was that he sent me a long message. And bear in mind that we are sitting in the same flat. I was minding my business, responding to my mails and I got a message saying everything he was upset about me for. While I was reading it my body was already becoming hot. At some point, I couldn’t even read it because I was so angry.

“Because I have asked him ten times if he was upset with me and he said nothing. Honestly, if you’re in the same flat as someone do I think it is a bit childish to not go up and speak to them? Yes. But that is what you’re comfortable with. You find it easier to express yourself by typing. I have gotten some long *ss emails in the past. At least you’re getting it out. But it would be nice if you could just sit down with me and have it out,” she expressed.

Responding, Mr Eazi admitted that he is more comfortable expressing himself through typing.

He pointed out that he wasn’t able to explicitly express his concerns during past one-on-one dialogues.

“I would prefer to sit down with you and talk things out. But I see that sometimes when we sit down to talk, I don’t hit the nail on the head. Also, I think if I communicate during tense moments, I might sound too harsh.

“I don’t think texting someone you’re sitting next to is the best way to communicate. But that is my way. And everybody just needs to find what their way of communication is and communicate. For me, it’s typing. When I want to really express myself, I can do it via typing better than speaking it. Because then I can read it again and crosscheck my tone,” he said.

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I found out my husband was angry with me through email – Temi Otedola

A former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Major General Johnson Olawunmi, Rtd, has said the Scheme is still important for bringing people together and helping the country grow for more than 50 years after it started.

He said the NYSC has kept up with the values it was created with and has met Nigeria’s expectations in every way, even though the program has faced some challenges.

Olawumi stressed that the importance of the Scheme was very high, pointing out the NYSC’s significant contributions in community development, important actions in national programs, promoting unity, and bringing people together through culture.

He said these efforts have made the NYSC a national tool, helping to connect people from different religions, social classes, and cultural backgrounds.

Olawumi shared his opinions about the NYSC during a conversation with the current Director-General of the Scheme, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, who recently visited him in Abuja.

He also praised the excellent qualities of the NYSC staff. He said they were some of the top people he had ever worked with.

He told General Nafiu to use their abilities for good leadership. General Olawumi said he keeps watching what the Scheme is doing and gives his opinion when it’s needed.

The NYSC Director General, General Nafiu, stated that the reason for the visit was to honor his previous leader and to take the chance to praise the strength and resolve he showed while leading the NYSC.

He specifically praised him for starting the Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers (HIRD) program. Through this program, Corps Members bring healthcare directly to rural communities and poor Nigerians.

They also help with e-registration for Corps Members. Major General Johnson Olawumi served as the Director General of NYSC from January 2014 until April 2016.

NYSC important for national growth, togetherness – General Olawunmi