The death toll from suspected consumption of herbal drinks in parts of Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State has risen to 30, while 50 others are receiving treatment in hospitals, Vanguard has confirmed. The reported deaths occurred in Odigbo town, Newtown, Orita and Araromi-Obu communities, triggering mourning and concern among residents. The state government…
By Our Reporter Seeking a safer, more sustainable lifestyle grounded in family values, former American linguistics professor Pablo Segun and his Nigerian-born wife, Aanu, have officially relocated their family of seven from the United States to Ondo State in South-West Nigeria. The couple, widely known on social media as “Familia PablAnu,” made the permanent move…
Olatunde Funke, a 42-year-old lady who was previously reported missing in Ilara-Mokin, Ifedore Local Government Area of Ondo State, was discovered in a motel in Ugbe-Akoko, Akoko North-East Local Government Area, under circumstances that have sparked outrage throughout the state. Her disappearance had initially triggered widespread concern among residents and family members after she reportedly…
By Wale Obanigba, Esq. The appointment of Jimoh Ibrahim as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations marks an important moment in the country’s diplomatic engagement on the global stage. A seasoned businessman, legal scholar, and politician, Ibrahim brings a blend of intellectual depth, international exposure, and legislative experience that positions him strongly for the…
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a man, James Osita, for defiling a young girl at Asio community, in Ile Oluji/Oke Igbo Local Government Area of the state. This was disclosed in a statement by the state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, on Monday. Jimoh said the investigation was ongoing. According to…
The palace of the Arujale-Ojime of Okeluse Kingdom, Ondo State, has issued a stern warning to the general public against what it described as disrespectful modes of address directed at the 22-year-old traditional ruler, Oba Oloyede Adekoya Akinghare II. In a statement issued on behalf of the palace on Friday, the Chief of Staff to…
