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Police arrest 286 criminal suspects in Ondo, recover 75 exhibits

The Nigeria Police Force in Ondo State announced the arrest of 286 suspects involved in various criminal offenses and the recovery of 75 exhibits from January to March 2026.

Feb 27 β€’ 15:32 UTC
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Police urge Ondo churches, mosques to suspend night services

The Nigeria Police Force has advised religious leaders in Ondo State to suspend night services amid security threats following a recent kidnapping incident during a church service.

Feb 27 β€’ 15:04 UTC
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Six Ondo β€˜fake pastors’ arrested over β€˜miracles’

Six men posing as pastors were arrested in Ondo State for allegedly defrauding residents through staged miracles.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:22 UTC
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Police arrest six fake pastors over fraudulent miracles in Ondo

The Ondo State Police have apprehended six individuals posing as pastors for allegedly deceiving residents with fraudulent miracles in Idanre.

Feb 26 β€’ 18:11 UTC
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NDDC urges host communities to safeguard projects against vandalism

The Niger Delta Development Commission has urged residents in Ondo State to protect its projects from vandalism, citing concerns over theft and damage by local community members.

Feb 26 β€’ 10:18 UTC
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National & Local

Ondo APC congress sparks division concerns, elders warn

Elders of the All Progressives Congress in Ondo State express concern over divisions within the party following disruptions at a recent congress.

Feb 26 β€’ 00:27 UTC
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Protest rocks Ondo as gunmen kidnap worshippers during vigil

Residents in Ondo State protested for hours after gunmen kidnapped worshippers during a church vigil, highlighting growing concerns over security in the area.

Feb 26 β€’ 00:24 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Gunmen abduct six worshippers in Ondo church

Six worshippers were abducted by gunmen from a celestial church in Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria, in the early hours of February 25.

Feb 25 β€’ 11:13 UTC
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National & Local

Police arrest two kidnappers, recover motorcycles in Ondo

The Ondo State Police Command arrested two suspected kidnappers and seized motorcycles allegedly utilized in the crime.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:14 UTC
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National & Local

Aiyedatiwa’s aide defends Ondo tricycle ambulance amid backlash

A senior aide to the Ondo State Governor has defended the introduction of tricycle ambulances amid social media criticism, emphasizing their role in improving emergency healthcare access in rural areas.

Feb 22 β€’ 15:45 UTC
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National & Local

Suspended Amotekun operative arrested over illicit drugs

A suspended Amotekun operative, Julius Ekujumi, has been arrested for being linked to the recovery of approximately 90 kilograms of illicit drugs in Ondo State, Nigeria.

Feb 22 β€’ 00:37 UTC
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Ondo commissioners, LG chair laud peaceful APC congress

Officials in Ondo State praise the peaceful conduct of the All Progressives Congress congresses held across the region.

Feb 21 β€’ 19:13 UTC
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Why Ondo is hosting an investment summit β€” Aiyedatiwa’s aide

The Ondo State Government is hosting the 2026 Investment Summit to attract both domestic and international investors as part of its commitment to economic growth and transformation in the region.

Feb 20 β€’ 20:10 UTC
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Gani Adams urges FG, South-West governors’ collaboration to tackle banditry

Gani Adams has called for collaboration between South-West governors and the Federal Government to combat banditry and insecurity following the assassination of an Ondo State monarch.

Feb 20 β€’ 19:54 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: Bandits Kill Monarch in Ondo, Police Launch Manhunt

Suspected bandits killed the traditional ruler of the Agamo community in Ondo State during a failed kidnapping attempt, prompting a police manhunt.

Feb 19 β€’ 10:44 UTC
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Bandits kill Ondo monarch

The traditional ruler of Agamọ Community in Ondo State, Oba Kehinde Falodun, was killed by suspected bandits while attempting to resist abduction.

Feb 19 β€’ 10:01 UTC
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Bloodbath at Ondo APC congress leaves two dead

Violence erupted during the All Progressives Congress congress in Ondo State, resulting in two fatalities and multiple injuries.

Feb 19 β€’ 00:05 UTC
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Ondo APC elders condemn attack on party secretariat, chairman

Elders of the All Progressives Congress in Ondo State condemned an attack on the party's secretariat by suspected political thugs during a pre-congress meeting.

Feb 18 β€’ 20:09 UTC
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Two feared killed in Ondo APC congress violence, chairman’s brother in coma

Violence during an All Progressives Congress congress in Ondo State led to at least two deaths and several injuries, including the chairman's brother being hospitalized.

Feb 18 β€’ 16:10 UTC
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Ondo APC crisis: Aspirants’ supporters caused secretariat fracas β€” Aiyedatiwa

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State denied allegations of involvement in a violent disruption at a party meeting, attributing the chaos to supporters of aspirants.

Feb 18 β€’ 10:40 UTC
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Ondo APC chair beaten as party meeting erupts in chaos

A pre-congress meeting of the All Progressives Congress in Ondo State escalated into violence, injuring several attendees and resulting in the assault of the state chairman.

Feb 18 β€’ 09:15 UTC
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Ondo athletes eye Niger Delta Games top spot

Athletes from Ondo State are confident of their performance in the upcoming Niger Delta Games, emphasizing their intense training and focus on winning.

Feb 18 β€’ 00:42 UTC
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National & Local

Ondo poly workers protest non-payment of N73,000 minimum wage

Workers at Rufus Giwa Polytechnic in Ondo State protested against the non-implementation of the new minimum wage, claiming they're being unfairly paid compared to other state employees.

Feb 17 β€’ 01:47 UTC
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Two aides of Aiyedatiwa resign

Two media aides to Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa resigned from their positions this week.

Feb 17 β€’ 00:02 UTC
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Ondo APC gains hundreds of PDP defectors

Over 300 members of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ondo State have joined the All Progressives Congress, further consolidating the ruling party's strength in the region.

Feb 16 β€’ 13:44 UTC
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Two Aiyedatiwa's aides resign

Two media aides of Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa have resigned from their positions, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to serve.

Feb 16 β€’ 13:38 UTC
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National & Local

Nigeria: Soldiers, Local Security Guards Kill Two Terrorists in Ondo - Official

Nigerian soldiers and local security guards successfully killed two terrorists during an operation in Ondo State.

Feb 16 β€’ 11:46 UTC
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Soldiers kill two terrorists, recover AK-47 in Ondo

Nigerian troops successfully neutralized two armed terrorists and recovered weapons during an operation in Ondo State.

Feb 16 β€’ 09:15 UTC
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Amotekun arrests 12 suspected kidnappers, 83 others in Ondo

The Amotekun Corps in Ondo State, Nigeria, has apprehended 95 suspects linked to various crimes, including kidnapping and burglary, in a coordinated effort with several security agencies.

Feb 15 β€’ 17:09 UTC
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Police raid cult hideout, arrest three in Ondo

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested three suspected members of a cult and recovered weapons and hard drugs during a raid in Akure.

Feb 15 β€’ 15:18 UTC
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CCB quizzes OSOPADEC leadership over alleged N463m misappropriation

The leadership of the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission is being questioned by the Code of Conduct Bureau regarding an alleged N463 million misappropriation of funds.

Feb 12 β€’ 04:06 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Three arrested over murder of 27-year-old Ondo lady

Three suspects have been arrested in connection with the murder of a 27-year-old woman in Ondo State, Nigeria.

Feb 12 β€’ 02:41 UTC
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National & Local

CCB quizzes OSOPADEC leadership over N400m fraud

The leadership of the Ondo State Oil Producing Area Development Commission (OSOPADEC) is being questioned by the Code of Conduct Bureau over alleged misappropriation of N400 million.

Feb 11 β€’ 18:36 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police arrest three suspects over murder of woman in Ondo

Three male suspects have been arrested by the police in Ondo State in connection with the murder of a 27-year-old woman named Faith.

Feb 11 β€’ 16:44 UTC
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National & Local

PDP, APC trade words over Ondo’s ₦524bn 2026 budget

The PDP and APC in Ondo State are engaged in a dispute over the newly signed ₦524 billion 2026 budget that prioritizes expenditures in a way perceived as favoring political officials over residents' welfare.

Feb 10 β€’ 16:15 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Ondo man nabbed for defiling 13-year-old girl

A 32-year-old man in Ondo State, Nigeria, was arrested for allegedly defiling a 13-year-old girl, with multiple instances of the crime believed to have occurred.

Feb 10 β€’ 00:22 UTC
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National & Local

Aiyedatiwa condoles Kwara over attack

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, expresses condolences to Kwara State following a deadly attack in Woro Community that claimed at least 176 lives.

Feb 9 β€’ 17:23 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police arrest man for defiling 13-year-old girl in Ondo

A man has been arrested in Ondo state for allegedly defiling a 13-year-old girl, with an investigation ongoing.

Feb 9 β€’ 16:09 UTC
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Ondo governor appoints 32 permanent secretaries, others

The Governor of Ondo State has appointed 32 officers as Permanent Secretaries in the state civil service.

Feb 9 β€’ 11:56 UTC
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National & Local

Ondo youths urged to be self-reliant

Youths in Ondo State are encouraged to become self-reliant by acquiring entrepreneurial skills rather than relying on traditional employment.

Feb 7 β€’ 00:58 UTC
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Kebbi to maintain government's vehicles with N1 billion

Youths in Ondo State are encouraged to be self-reliant through entrepreneurial skills to combat unemployment, according to entrepreneur Sherif Omoleke.

Feb 7 β€’ 00:58 UTC
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Rivers, Ondo trials for Niger Delta Games heat up

Rivers State is concluding its athlete selection trials for the Niger Delta Games, featuring various sports competitions starting from February 2 to February 7.

Feb 7 β€’ 00:11 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police arrest landlady over poisoning of tenant’s three-year-old child

Nafisat Lateef has been arrested by the Ondo State Police for allegedly poisoning her tenant's three-year-old son after a dispute with the child's mother.

Feb 6 β€’ 15:49 UTC
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National & Local

Aiyedatiwa flags off 15-hectare cocoa, oil palm farm

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa inaugurated a technology-driven agribusiness project covering 15 hectares for cultivating cocoa, oil palm, and cashew in Idanre Local Government Area.

Feb 6 β€’ 02:36 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Four suspected abductors of Ondo school proprietor in police net

Four suspects have been arrested by the Ondo State Police in connection with the abduction of Mrs. Tomiola Oladehinde, a school proprietor, who was kidnapped for five days before her release.

Feb 6 β€’ 00:32 UTC
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National & Local

Ex-ODSFA chairman urges Aiyedatiwa to reform Ondo sports, Sunshine Stars

Former chairman Kasali Obanoyen has called for urgent reforms in Ondo State's sports sector and the Sunshine Stars Football Club as part of youth development and economic strategy.

Feb 6 β€’ 00:12 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Police arrest four suspected kidnappers of Ondo school proprietor

The Ondo State Police have arrested four individuals in connection with the kidnapping of school proprietor Mrs. Tomiola Oladehinde in the Ilu-Abo community.

Feb 5 β€’ 16:52 UTC
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Crime & Justice

Two Ondo varsity students drown at hotel swimming pool

Two students from Adekunle Ajasin University drowned in a hotel swimming pool during a party for newly matriculated students in Ondo State.

Feb 5 β€’ 00:00 UTC
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National & Local

Interior minister and Ondo @50

The article reflects on the significance of Ondo State's 50th anniversary, highlighting the accomplished individuals who have contributed positively to its identity and reputation.

Feb 3 β€’ 00:09 UTC
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National & Local

FG urges states to eliminate nuisance taxes

The Federal Government has called on state governments, especially Ondo State, to remove nuisance taxes and adopt new tax reforms during a lecture in Akure.

Feb 3 β€’ 00:04 UTC

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