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Tinubu Pays Tribute to Chief Bisi Akande at 87

Daily Dispatch January 16, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid a glowing tribute to elder statesman and former Osun State governor, Chief Bisi Akande, as he marks his 87th birthday, praising his lifelong commitment to democracy, good governance and the progressive movement in Nigeria. In a State House statement on

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Abiodun reiterates support for families of fallen heroes

Daily Dispatch January 15, 2026

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of families of deceased soldiers who paid the supreme price in the service of the nation. The governor made this known during the special parade and wreath-laying ceremony to commemorate the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, held at the Arcade […]

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NDLEA arrests suspects over failed drug smuggling attempt into Ondo prison

Daily Dispatch January 15, 2026

Operatives of the Ondo State Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) have foiled an attempt to smuggle illicit drugs into the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Akure. The interception occurred during a routine gate search, where correctional officers discovered about four grams of Indian hemp hidden inside fresh tomatoes brought into the facility. The […]

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Budget Office debunks claims of ₦246bn salaries budget for NEDC

Daily Dispatch January 15, 2026

The Budget Office of the Federation has dismissed claims circulating in the public space that the North East Development Commission (NEDC) operates a ₦246 billion salaries budget, describing the narrative as false, misleading and based on a poor understanding of Nigeria’s budgeting process. In a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, the Director General of […]

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GOCOP mourns legendary journalist Yakubu Mohammed

Daily Dispatch January 15, 2026

The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has expressed its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Mr Yakubu Mohammed, a renowned journalist and co-founder of Newswatch magazine, who passed away at the age of 75.  The GOCOP described Mohammed’s passing as a significant loss to the media community and the nation at […]

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Ododo approves demolition of criminal hideout in Okene

Daily Dispatch January 15, 2026

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Ododo, on Thursday directed the demolition of a building widely known as Sambel Joint, located in Idoji, Okene Local Government Area, over its alleged use for criminal activities. The governor said the action was taken based on credible intelligence linking the structure to organised crime. The demolition also came shortly after […]