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Ayoola Babalola

Ayoola Babalola covers politics and general news. Prior to joining Peoples Gazette, he was with U.S based Sahara Reporters. He is on Twitter @ayoolababalola_
October 17, 2023

Israel says Hamas misfired rocket killed over 500 civilians in Gaza hospital

Neither side of the unfolding incursion in Gaza has offered conclusive evidence about what transpired.

Bombed Gaza hospital
October 16, 2023

Adamawa North: Appeal Court sacks Senator Ishaku Abbo

Mr Abbo was declared the winner of the March 25 senatorial election after scoring 71,927 votes. 

Senator Elisha Ishiyaku Abbo
October 14, 2023

South Africa ignores Nigeria, grants Ghanaian passport holders free visa passage

This development signifies a strengthening of ties and a new phase of diplomatic relations between both African countries.

South African visa
October 12, 2023

Imprisoned Isese priest forced to renounce Yoruba tradition in custody, accept Fulani dominance in Ilorin

A member of Mr Adegbola’s defence team, Adedamola Solesi, had previously clarified that the activist would not get justice in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital.

Adegbola Abdulazeez and Emir of Ilorin Sulu Gambari
October 9, 2023

Hamas Terror: Israel imposes absolute blockade of Gaza without food, fuel, electricity

This decision will leave the civilian population of Gaza without access to necessities such as food, fuel, and electricity, escalating concerns about the humanitarian crisis.

Image illustrating Israeli-Palestinian conflict
October 7, 2023

Works minister Umahi announces ban on laterite for road construction

The minister said laterite has limitations in load-bearing capacity, is vulnerable to erosion, and weathers quickly, especially in regions with heavy rainfall.

A photo of Minister of Works, David Umahi used to illustrate the story
October 6, 2023

Six books banned in Kano schools over inappropriate content

The decision comes in response to concerns over the presence of inappropriate and sexually explicit content within the materials.

Kano Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf (Credit: Facebook)
October 6, 2023

I advised Obasanjo to fix Lagos election for Tinubu in 2003: Atiku

The former vice-president said he stood up to his principal at the time, former president Olusegun Obasanjo, and convinced him to “leave” Lagos for Mr Tinubu.

Atiku, Tinubu
October 5, 2023

Norwegian novelist Jon Fosse wins coveted Nobel Prize in Literature for 2023

“I am overwhelmed and grateful,” he added in a news release by his Norwegian publisher.

Jon Fosse (Credit: BBC)
October 4, 2023

President Bio takes $100 million loan for 1,000 Sierra Leonean graduates to study AI, STEM in U.S., Canada

President Julius Bio has collected a $100 million loan to provide vital support to send 1,000 Sierra Leonean graduates to the United States and Canada.

President Julius Bio (Right) receiving $100 million loan