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A Magistrate Court sitting in Ilorin on Thursday granted an order for Abdulrahman Ballo, the suspected killer of Hafsoh Yetunde Lawal and his co-defendants to be returned back to the custody of the Department of State Service (DSS) for further investigation. The suspects in the gruesome murder of Hafsoh Lawal have been moved from the Nigeria Correctional Service facility, Oke-Kura, IIorin by the DSS as against the speculation going viral that they have been moved to Abuja in a section of the media. However, on Thursday 20th March 2025, trial began at exactly 9.12am at the Magistrate Court 8 before…

The International Olympics Committee (IOC) on Thursday made a troika of historical records as it elected a new President. By her election, 41-year-old Zimbabwe’s Sports Minister Kirsty Coventry, became the first woman, the first African and the youngest person to occupy the world’s highest office in sport. As she succeeds German Thomas Bach, who had been President of IOC since 2013, Coventry becomes the 10th person to hold the post and could remain President for at least the next eight years. Although World Athletics boss Lord Sebastian Coe was favorite to win Thursday’s election in Greece, Coventry, who already sits…

By Ruth Adebayo and Oluwatobi Aroyehun For years, many people around the world perceived breast cancer as a women’s health issue. However, the reality is that men can also develop breast cancer. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 1% of all breast cancer cases occur in men. While the incidence is lower than it is in women, the consequences can be just as devastating. Doctor Ezekiel Adeshina Oladepo, A Senior Registrar in General Surgery at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital (UITH) told theheraldnews.ng in an exclusive interview that breast cancer is an abnormal growth in the breast.…

By Ruth Adebayo Aso Oke is a traditional fabric that originated centuries ago from the Yoruba people, one of the largest ethnic groups in West Africa, particularly in Nigeria. The fabric reflects the richness of Yoruba craftsmanship and their long-standing tradition of weaving. History Aso Oke is a fabric of great cultural importance, originating from the Yoruba people in Nigeria. The name “Aso Oke” means “top cloth” or “upper cloth” in the Yoruba language. It was historically worn by royalty, nobles, and other high-ranking individuals during important events or ceremonies, making it a symbol of status, wealth, and cultural pride.…

By: Oluwatobi Aroyehun The Kwara State Government, under the leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, is set to host on Thursday the 2nd Kwara Stakeholders’ Summit on Drug Abuse Prevention and Control, reinforcing its commitment to addressing the rising challenge of substance abuse. The summit, themed “Synthetic Drug Crisis: United for a Safer Kwara,” is being organized through the Office of the Special Assistant to the Governor on Drug Abuse Prevention and Control and aims to develop effective strategies for prevention, rehabilitation, and long-term solutions. With synthetic drug abuse becoming an escalating public health and security concern, the state government is…

By: Oluwatobi Aroyehun The ongoing construction of the central palace in Oro Kingdom witnessed a significant moment yesterday as members of renowned sociocultural and community-based foundation, the Igbomina Pathfinders, paid a congratulatory visit to His Royal Majesty, Oba Joel Olaniyi Oyatoye Titiloye Olufayo II, the Oloro of Oro Kingdom. Led by Olaniyi Toye, the group reaffirmed its commitment to the Kingdom’s development, highlighting its instrumental role in key initiatives, particularly the successful facilitation of the step-down power project in 2022. This milestone, it noted, has contributed to improving electricity access within the region. During the visit, discussions were held on…

By: Oluwatobi Aroyehun The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set for a high-stakes World Cup qualifying match against Rwanda, as they look to revive their campaign after a disappointing start in Group C. theheraldnews.ng recalls that Nigeria has struggled in their opening four group games, failing to secure a single victory. With three draws and one loss, they currently sit in fifth place and must now win their remaining fixtures to stand a chance of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Their journey begins with a must-win clash against Rwanda on away soil. Head-to-Head Record Historically, Nigeria and Rwanda…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday declared a State of Emergency in Rivers State, citing prolonged political impasse which had pitched the Executive and Legislative arms of government against each other. The President said the declaration was in exercise of powers conferred on his office by Section 305 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The declaration, which took effect from Tuesday, is to remain in place for a period of six months. HERE IS TEXT OF THE BROADCAST BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU, COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF OF THE ARMED FORCES, DECLARING STATE OF EMERGENCY IN RIVERS STATE ON TUESDAY 18 MARCH 2025:…

Following Tuesday night’s suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, and members of the state’s House of Assembly, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the immediate appointment of Vice Admiral Ibokette Ekwe Ibas (rtd) as Administrator for Rivers State. theheraldnews.ng reports that the new Administrator had served the nation as the 22nd Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) of the Nigerian Navy. However, the judicial arm of government in the State, the President said, would not be unaffected by the suspension order and is expected to keep performing its constitutional duties. The President also assured that the…

By Ahmed ‘Lateef President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday after a review of the prolonged political logjam in Rivers State announced the immediate suspension of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Mrs Ngozi Odu, and members of the State House of Assembly. The President said the suspension would last for an initial period of six months. In a nationwide broadcast, the President premised his actions on the provisions of Section 305 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). He said the decision took immediate effect from Tuesday. theheraldnews.ng reports that the Supreme Court, had in its judgement on the political crisis rocking…