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Nigerian celebrity chef Hilda Baci has officially become a three-time Guinness World Records holder after Guinness World Records confirmed that one of her major feats in 2025 actually counted for two distinct amounts . Longest individual c king marathon – set in May 2023 when she cooked continuously for 93 hours and 11 minutes. Independent Newspaper Nigeria Largest serving of Nigerian-style jollof rice – achieved on 12 September 2025 in Lagos with a massive 8,780 kg pot of rice.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State has appealed a Federal High Court judgment that nullified its governorship primary which produced Dr. Wole Oluyede as its candidate for the June 20 election. The party has taken the case to the Court of Appeal, saying the primary was valid and that legal actions won’t stop its campaign efforts. PDP officials also accused the ruling APC of trying to exploit the court ruling to weaken the party’s chances. They reaffirmed their support for Oluye...more

Ekiti electoral body reassures fair local polls.Ekiti’s electoral commission has assured stakeholders of free, fair, and transparent local government elections set for December. Development & health stories.Ekiti hails federal health fellowship initiative to improve healthcare access, especially for women and children.A local monarch praises the governor for road and health infrastructure projects in Ilawe Ekiti. Pensioners and public concernsSome pensioners have expressed difficulties over un...more

PDP appeal after primary nullification The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State has appealed a court ruling that nullified its governorship primary, affirming Dr Wole Oluyede remains its candidate as the party battles legal setbacks ahead of the 2026 governorship election. PDP candidate plans to appeal INEC omission.Following the exclusion of the PDP’s governorship candidate from the final INEC list for the June 20 election, the party says it will appeal to the court to compel INEC to...more

PDP appeal after primary nullification The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State has appealed a court ruling that nullified its governorship primary, affirming Dr Wole Oluyede remains its candidate as the party battles legal setbacks ahead of the 2026 governorship election. PDP candidate plans to appeal INEC omissionFollowing the exclusion of the PDP’s governorship candidate from the final INEC list for the June 20 election, the party says it will appeal to the court to compel INEC to ...more

Super Eagles striker Akor Adams made an impressive return from Africa Cup of Nations duty on Monday, scoring twice off the bench to rescue Sevilla in a thrilling 2–2 La Liga draw against Elche. Adams, who helped Nigeria to a bronze medal at AFCON 2025, was introduced at halftime with Sevilla trailing. He pulled a goal back in the second half — the club’s first competitive strike in five matches — and then converted a stoppage-time penalty to level the score and end Sevilla’s four-game...more

Magistrates, Presidents of Grade A Customary Courts and Legal Research Officers in Ondo State have suspended their two-week-old strike that had shut down courts across the state. The strike, which began in early January over demands for financial autonomy for the judiciary, better welfare, official vehicles and a new salary structure, was called off after intensive talks with the state government and other stakeholders.

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Many political parties are actively positioning themselves: the APC has affirmed Governor Biodun Oyebanji as its consensus candidate, and support groups praise his leadership and policies as reasons for continuity.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State has appealed a Federal High Court judgment that nullified its 2025 governorship primary which had produced Dr. Wole Oluyede as its candidate for the June 20, 2026 election. The party filed a notice of appeal and application for a stay of execution at the Court of Appeal, meaning the status quo (Oluyede as candidate) remains for now while the appeal is pending.

Her story is a gentle reminder to every woman: you don’t have to dim your light, delay your dreams, or wait for the “perfect time.” Purpose grows when courage meets consistency. Whether you’re building alone or with a partner who believes in you, your vision is valid. Let her journey encourage you to start that business, take that step, instead of you making enemies

Her story is a gentle reminder to every woman: you don’t have to dim your light, delay your dreams, or wait for the “perfect time.” Purpose grows when courage meets consistency. Whether you’re building alone or with a partner who believes in you, your vision is valid. Let her journey encourage you to start that business, take that step, instead of you making enemies

APC Chieftain Urges Support for Tinubu to Complete Second Term A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Enugu State, Chief Osita Okechukwu, has called on Nigerians—particularly Northern politicians—to allow President Bola Tinubu to finish his second term in office. Okechukwu made the appeal on Saturday during the flag-off of the APC’s e-registration exercise in Udi Local Government Area of the state. He also endorsed Tinubu for a second term and urged former Vice President Ati...more

Ekiti kete , it is happening today! Ekiti Cargo Airport commences commercial flight today…sekemsekem 💃💃💃 Inauguration ceremony starts at 9am and you are all invited to witness the epoch making event right at the airport . To get to the airport , go through the ring road … if you’re coming from fajuyi /Adebayo , you can access the ring road adjacent Osekita junction ( EKSU gate area). It’s a smooth ride from any angle . BAO did it ! The poor and popular Poly / ABUAD road wh...more