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INEC raises alarm over 360,000 uncollected PVCs in Osun

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has disclosed that no fewer than 360,794 Permanent Voter Cards, PVCs, remain uncollected in Osun State. The Resident Electoral Commissioner, REC, Dr Mutiu Agboke, made the disclosure through the Commission’s Public Relations Officer, Musa Olurode, in a statement on Tuesday in Osogbo. Agboke described the figure as troubling and
INEC raises alarm over 360,000 uncollected PVCs in Osun

The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has disclosed that no fewer than 360,794 Permanent Voter Cards, PVCs, remain uncollected in Osun State.

The Resident Electoral Commissioner, REC, Dr Mutiu Agboke, made the disclosure through the Commission’s Public Relations Officer, Musa Olurode, in a statement on Tuesday in Osogbo.

Agboke described the figure as troubling and urged eligible voters to take advantage of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration, CVR, exercise to collect their cards.

“We are appealing to all eligible voters who, for one reason or another, have not collected their PVCs, to visit any of our 30 local government offices or the Modakeke area office between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. daily to pick up their cards,” he said.

The Commission reminded residents that while fresh registration is ongoing, multiple registration is prohibited and warned that offenders risk invalidation of their data.

INEC explained that the unclaimed PVCs represent thousands of voices excluded from the democratic process, stressing that political parties, civil society organisations, religious leaders and traditional rulers should assist in mobilising citizens for prompt collection.

The REC noted that the collection of PVCs is as crucial as registration, adding that citizens cannot participate in elections without the cards.

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UI: 14,000 candidates jostle for 2025/ 2026 admission

No fewer than fourteen thousand candidates have applied to study various undergraduate courses at the University of Ibadan, DAILY POST reports. The fourteen thousand candidates are seeking admission to be enrolled for various degree programmes in the 2025/2026 academic session. These revelations were revealed during the commencement of Post-Universal Tertiary Matriculation Examination in the institution.
UI: 14,000 candidates jostle for 2025/ 2026 admission

No fewer than fourteen thousand candidates have applied to study various undergraduate courses at the University of Ibadan, DAILY POST reports.

The fourteen thousand candidates are seeking admission to be enrolled for various degree programmes in the 2025/2026 academic session.

These revelations were revealed during the commencement of Post-Universal Tertiary Matriculation Examination in the institution.

Our correspondent however gathered that the university can only admit less than five thousand candidates.

DAILY POST reports that the university on Monday commenced the Post-UTME exercise.

The Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Administration of the university, Professor Peter Olapegba, led other principal officers of the institution to monitor the exercise.

It was also learnt that medical officers from the university’s clinic were also on ground to provide the necessary support to the personnel and the candidates.

Our correspondent reports that the university admitted about four thousand two hundred and fifteen students in the last admission exercise.

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Tinubu’s reforms have stabilized Nigeria’s economy – Uba Sani

Governor Uba Sani has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for stabilizing Nigeria’s economy and restoring investors’ confidence, positioning the country for stronger international partnerships. The Governor, who spoke with TVC News, was highlighting the gains of President Tinubu’s official visit to Brazil. Governor Sani, who was part of the presidential entourage, also said the visit
Tinubu’s reforms have stabilized Nigeria’s economy – Uba Sani

Governor Uba Sani has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for stabilizing Nigeria’s economy and restoring investors’ confidence, positioning the country for stronger international partnerships.

The Governor, who spoke with TVC News, was highlighting the gains of President Tinubu’s official visit to Brazil.

Governor Sani, who was part of the presidential entourage, also said the visit signals the growing global recognition of Nigeria’s economic potential.

“When you look at the time he came in, a lot of investors globally didn’t want to come to Nigeria to invest.

“But some of the reforms he initiated have really opened opportunities, not only for Nigerian businessmen but also for other people who want to invest in Nigeria from across the world,” he recalled.

The governor pointed out that Tinubu’s decision to clear the $7 billion foreign exchange backlog was the turning point that reassured international investors of Nigeria’s financial credibility.

“Let me give an example before I move on: the issue of the $7 billion backlog that he was able to clear in the area of forex has really increased the level of confidence by investors who now come to Nigeria to invest,” he explained.

Governor Sani also underscored the strategic significance of the Brazil visit, noting that discussions with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva covered agriculture, renewable energy, skills development, and aviation investment.

“I’m happy that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu established a very important relationship with the Brazilian President, Lula da Silva. It’s a relationship established on the basis of mutual respect and opportunities that will certainly be achieved within a short period,” he said.

On the domestic front, Sani stressed Kaduna State’s leadership role in agriculture and livestock development, pointing out that his administration had raised the agriculture budget from 0.9 percent to 12 percent to align with the Malabo Declaration.

“We are working to transform agriculture to create jobs, address poverty, and increase productivity,” the governor added.

He expressed confidence that Tinubu’s economic stabilization efforts, coupled with strategic international partnerships, will accelerate Nigeria’s growth across key sectors.

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Ex-convict should not interview law-abiding Nigerians on TV – Wike’s aide tackles Rufai Oseni

Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has lashed out at television personality, Rufai Oseni. Olayinka described Rufai as an ex-convict who should not be allowed to interview law-abiding Nigerians on television. In August 2022, Rufai was accused of
Ex-convict should not interview law-abiding Nigerians on TV – Wike’s aide tackles Rufai Oseni

Lere Olayinka, the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, has lashed out at television personality, Rufai Oseni.

Olayinka described Rufai as an ex-convict who should not be allowed to interview law-abiding Nigerians on television.

In August 2022, Rufai was accused of driving on the BRT lane on Lagos highway and also resisted arrest by policemen.

He was dragged before a Lagos mobile court and was charged with flouting Lagos State Transport Law of 2018.

The court found him guilty of driving on the BRT lane in contravention of the law and was fined the sum of N70,000.

The TV presenter was said to have paid the fine and subsequently got his vehicle released to him.

However, Olayinka posted on X: “Normal normal, ex-convict @ruffydfire no suppose dey work in a TV station and be saying I PUT IT TO YOU nah.

“In Nigeria, an ex-convict mustn’t hold public office until after 10 yrs.

@ruffydfire was convicted in 2022.

“An ex-convict working in @ARISEtv and interviewing law-abiding Nigerians is an aberration. He needs our prayers.

“Ex-convict @ruffydfire needs our prayers. Let’s pray for him. He has graduated from psychology to psychosis.”

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Troops rescue six kidnapped children in Katsina village

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with police operatives and community watch teams, have rescued six kidnapped children in Gidan Maga village, Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State. The incident occurred on Monday when gunmen invaded the community in an attempt to abduct residents. Security forces engaged the attackers in a gun duel,
Troops rescue six kidnapped children in Katsina village

Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with police operatives and community watch teams, have rescued six kidnapped children in Gidan Maga village, Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.

The incident occurred on Monday when gunmen invaded the community in an attempt to abduct residents. Security forces engaged the attackers in a gun duel, forcing them to abandon the children and flee into Naalma Forest.

The victims were identified as Abdulhakim Rilwanu, 12; Zinatu Mansir, 10; Ado Sani, 9; Sani Umar, 10; Yusuf Umar, 10; and Jamilu Nasiru, 11, all from the same village.

The children were rescued unharmed and reunited with their families, while security forces continued a search operation in the forest to apprehend the fleeing suspects.

Troops rescue six kidnapped children in Katsina village