Korede Jinadu

Israeli cabinet meeting where Gaza hostage release deal was approved by Prime Minister Netanyahu's government

Israeli Cabinet Approves Gaza Hostage Release Deal

Korede JinaduOctober 10, 2025

US-mediated ceasefire agreement includes phased hostage exchange and military withdrawal from Gaza Jerusalem, Israel – Israel’s government approved a ceasefire and hostage release agreement with Hamas on Thursday, potentially ending months… Read the rest

INEC Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan, first Kogi State native to lead Nigeria's electoral commission

Professor Joash Amupitan Named New INEC Chairman by Tinubu

Korede JinaduOctober 10, 2025

First Kogi State native to lead Nigeria’s electoral body brings over 30 years of legal expertise Abuja, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu has appointed Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, a Senior Advocate… Read the rest

May Agbamuche-Mbu takes over as acting INEC Chairman from Professor Mahmood Yakubu during handover ceremony at commission headquarters in Abuja

New Acting INEC Chairman Takes Over From Yakubu

Korede JinaduOctober 7, 2025

May Agbamuche-Mbu assumes leadership as Professor Mahmood Yakubu exits after 10-year tenure ABUJA, Nigeria – National Commissioner May Agbamuche-Mbu has taken over as acting Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission… Read the rest

Geoffrey Nnaji resigns as Nigeria Innovation Minister amid certificate forgery allegations in Abuja

Nnaji Resigns: Nigeria Minister Quits Over Forgery Claims

Korede JinaduOctober 7, 2025

Former cabinet member steps down following court ruling on academic records dispute ABUJA, Nigeria – Innovation Minister Geoffrey Nnaji resigned Tuesday from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet amid ongoing allegations of certificate… Read the rest

Dr. Tunde Bakare speaking at Citadel School of Governance Dialogue Series event in Lagos discussing political pressure to join opposition party

Tunde Bakare Reveals Pressure to Join ADC Party

Korede JinaduOctober 5, 2025

Prominent Lagos pastor says political figures including ex-governor urge him to align with opposition party LAGOS, Nigeria – Dr. Tunde Bakare, founder of Citadel Global Community Church, says he’s been facing… Read the rest

National News

Ikpeazu Death Sentence Rumour Baseless, Says Southeast Group

Korede JinaduOctober 1, 2025

South East Good Governance Advocates dismisses viral social media claims as fabricated misinformation ABUJA, Nigeria – The South East Good Governance Advocates (SEGGA) has dismissed viral social media reports claiming former… Read the rest

Traditional chiefs and political leaders gathered at the 44th Olubadan coronation ceremony in Ibadan, Oyo State

Olubadan Demands Ibadan State Creation From Tinubu By 2027

Korede JinaduSeptember 26, 2025

Newly crowned Oba Rashidi Ladoja uses coronation ceremony to make historic appeal for separate state status IBADAN, Nigeria – The newly installed 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, has… Read the rest

Traders at Ibadan's Dugbe Market prepare for closure ahead of Olubadan Ladoja's coronation ceremony at Mapo Hall

Ibadan Markets Close Friday for Olubadan Ladoja Coronation

Korede JinaduSeptember 25, 2025

Traders across eleven local government areas will suspend activities to honor Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja’s installation as 44th Olubadan. IBADAN, Nigeria – Markets throughout Ibadanland are shutting down this Friday,… Read the rest

UAE immigration office with flags representing affected countries including Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Somalia

UAE Suspends Visas for 9 Countries Including Bangladesh

Korede JinaduSeptember 23, 2025

The temporary halt affects new tourist and work visa applications, with no specified timeline for review. DUBAI, UAE – The United Arab Emirates has quietly suspended new tourist and work… Read the rest

Rabiu Kwankwaso addressing supporters at a political rally, wearing the distinctive red cap of the Kwankwasiyya movement

Kwankwaso Considers APC Return, Demands Kwankwasiyya Recognition

Korede JinaduSeptember 21, 2025

Former presidential candidate sets conditions for potential party switch amid growing speculation KANO, Nigeria – Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, who ran for president on the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) ticket… Read the rest