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ICYMI: Mimiko makes U-turn, drops ZLP Presidential ticket for Senate
Two term Governor of Ondo and Presidential candidate of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP), Dr Olusegun Mimiko, has has formally announced his withdrawal from the 2019 Presidential race. Mimiko who…
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The Big 5: As APC NWC insists on Shehu Sani’s candidacy, Okorocha picks Senate ticket; Bakare wants Buhari to commence Nigeria’s restructuring | More stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The Presidency has dissociated President Muhammadu Buhari from a letter that purportedly authorised Governor Nasir el-Rufai to “deal with traitors and disloyal…
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The Late 5: Ekiti Assembly pass ‘Fayose’s’ N10bn supplementary budget; Former Ondo Gov, Mimiko joins Presidential race | More stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: Former Ondo Governor, Olusegun Mimiko has on Thursday declared his intention to run for the office of the President of Nigeria…
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The Big 5: Shekau’s Mother says she’s yet to see him after 15 years, Mimiko rejoins Labour party and other stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: Falmata Abubakar, mother of Boko Haram leader Abubakar Shekau, says she is yet to see her son after he left home 15…
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The Big 5: IGP grants approval for audit of SARS detention cells, Mimiko dumps PDP and other stories
These are the stories that drove the conversation today: The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Ibrahim Idris, has approved the request by the National Human Rights Commission’s (NHRC) to begin…
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How Mimiko used technology to revolutionise governance
In terms of social protection, Ondo State is the most progressive environment, in Nigeria, actually in Africa. When you look at the number of social intervention programmes, the quality, and…
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Inability to pay salaries, my greatest regret as governor – Mimiko
by Azeez Adeniyi Outgoing Ondo State governor, Olusegun Mimiko has said one of his regrets was being unable to pay salaries. Ondo workers are currently being owed seven months salaries.…
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The YNaija Tracklist: Rivers rerun: 25 indicted INEC staff to face prosecution | Owing salaries, my greatest regret – Mimiko | More stories
From the papers this morning - a Tracklist Why victims of xenophobia are not compensated – Envoy - YNaija Rivers rerun: 25 indicted INEC staff to face prosecution - YNaija…
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Governing Ondo won’t be an easy task – Akeredolu
by Azeez Adeniyi Incoming Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu has said governing the state won't be an easy affair. Akeredolu said this when outgoing Governor, Olusegun Mimiko formally handed…
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Osinbajo apologises to Ondo people for canceling visit
by Azeez Adeniyi Acting President Yemi Osinbajo has apologized to Ondo State Governor, Olusegun Mimiko for canceling his visit to the state. Osinbajo was scheduled to visit the state on…
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Why Osinbajo rescheduled Ondo visit – Presidency
by Dolapo Adelana The Presidency Friday said Acting President Yemi Osinbajo had to reschedule his trip to Ondo due to bad weather. YNaija had reported earlier that Osinbajo cancelled his…
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Osinbajo cancels visit to Ondo
The planned visit of Acting President Yemi Osinbajo to Akure may have been cancelled due to bad weather. According to Daily Trust the Vice President's aircraft Friday hovered over Akure…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories you should monitor today. Paris loan refund: Governors to hold meeting over EFCC probe Governors of some states have summoned an emergency meeting over…
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How Obasanjo threatened me not to contest for governor – Mimiko
Outgoing Ondo State governor, Olusegun Mimiko has denied betraying National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu and two former governors of Ondo State, the late Adebayo…
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Fayose hosts Southwest governors in Ado-Ekiti (PHOTOS)
Governor of Ekiti, Ayodele Fayose Monday played host to Southwest governors. The meeting which held in Ado-Ekiti had in attendance all governors of Southwest states except Ogun governor, Ibikunle Amosun…
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Mimiko giving N500m ‘parting gifts’ to political office holders – APC
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has accused outgoing Governor Olusegun Mimiko of approving N500m to political office holders. Governor-elect, Rotimi Akeredolu is expected to take over on…
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Mimiko planning to abscond to Canada or China – Ondo APC
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has alleged that outgoing governor Olusegun Mimiko has is planning to flee the country before handing over. The party said this in…
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Removal of Ondo Speaker is unconstitutional – Mimiko
Ondo State Governor, Olusegun Mimiko has described the removal of the Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Jumoke Akindele as unconstitutional. Mimiko said this while speaking with State House…
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Police arraigns 7 for allegedly attacking Mimiko’s convoy
The Ondo State Police command on Friday arraigned seven people allegedly involved in the attack on Ondo State governor, Olusegun Mimiko. The accused persons were arraigned before a Magistrate’s Court…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five stories you should monitor today. Senate to review construction costs of Vice President official residence The Chairman Senate Committee on the Federal Capital Territory, Senator…
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Angry protesters stone Mimiko’s convoy in Akure
Some protesters on Thursday attacked the convoy of Governor Olusegun Mimiko in Akure, Ondo State. They reportedly smashed the side screens of two vehicles in the governor’s convoy. It took…
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Just In: APC supporters protesting at Ondo Assembly complex
Members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) are currently protesting at the Ondo State House of Assembly complex. The protesters are against the presentation of the state's budget by Governor…
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PDP Governors’ Forum: Fayose is perfect for the job – Ekweremadu
Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu has said Ekiti Governor is the right man for the job of chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governors' Forum. In a statement signed…
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Fayose emerges chairman of PDP Governors’ Forum
Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose on Thursday emerged Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Governor's Forum. The announcement was made to newsmen by the governor of Bayelsa State, Seriake…
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Opinion: Ondo elections in retrospect
by Jide Ojo The November 26, 2016 gubernatorial election in Ondo State had been won and lost. The candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, SAN was declared…
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I will not probe Mimiko – Akeredolu
Ondo Governor-elect Rotimi Akeredolu (SAN) says he is not going to be the administration of Olusegun Mimiko or any other past governor of the state. Akeredolu said this on Wednesday…
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Mimiko congratulates Ondo Governor-elect, Akeredolu
Governor of Ondo, Olusegun Mimiko has congratulated the winner of Saturday's governorship election in the state, and Governor-elect, Rotimi Akeredolu (SAN). In a statement issued on Monday via his Twitter…
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#OndoDecides: INEC, APC planned to rig with malfunctioning card readers – Mimiko
Ondo State governor, Olusegun Mimiko has alleged that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) connived with the All Progressives Congress (APC) to rig the Ondo governorship polls with malfunctioning card…
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#OndoDecides: PDP wins Mimiko’s polling unit
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has has won the polling unit of Olusegun Mimiko, governor of Ondo, Daily Trust reports. The election which held at polling unit 20, Ward 7 at Agbogbo…
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#OndoDecides: Card reader rejects Mimiko
Governor of Ondo, Olusegun Mimiko could not be captured by one of the card readers used by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the ongoing state governorship election, The…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy