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How Governor Aiyedatiwa’s Strategy for Ondo APC Legislative Tickets Failed
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s attempt to impose preferred candidates for Ondo State legislative seats failed after the APC national leadership intervened to overturn the results due to irregularities.
Ondo State Assembly turmoil escalates as majority of lawmakers seek Speaker’s ouster
A majority of lawmakers in the Ondo State House of Assembly are pushing for the impeachment of Speaker Olamide Oladiji over corruption allegations, rejecting his claims that the move is politically motivated.
Ondo Advocacy Group Challenges President Tinubu Over Coastal Road Spending
The Young Advocates for Good Governance in Ondo State has criticized President Tinubu for the costly Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, urging him to focus on repairing existing federal roads instead of questioning state-led flyover constructions.
Governor Aiyedatiwa authorizes N1.1bn for Adekunle Ajasin University to resolve strike
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved N1.1 billion to pay outstanding staff salaries at Adekunle Ajasin University following a 72-hour ultimatum from the student union.
Ondo Speaker Links Impeachment Move to 2027 Political Maneuvering
Ondo State House of Assembly Speaker Olamide Oladiji blames 2027 election calculations for the move by 21 lawmakers to impeach him, while his colleagues insist the revolt centers on alleged financial misconduct and leadership failures.
Ondo State government faces contempt claims after ignoring court injunction on monarch selection
Legal representatives for a chieftaincy contender have accused the Ondo State government of contempt after it approved a new Olusupare despite an existing court injunction.
Ondo State Assembly Dispute: Lawmakers Claim Only Four Sessions Held in Seven Months
Disgruntled lawmakers in Ondo State are demanding the Speaker's resignation, alleging he held only four plenary sessions in seven months and mismanaged budget-related funds.
Afenifere Questions Realignment of Lagos-Calabar Highway Over Ondo State Exclusion
Afenifere urges President Tinubu to reconsider the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway route, citing that the exclusion of Ondo State's coastline ignores historical precedents and hampers regional economic development.
Akure Appellate Court Backs Prof. Amuseghan as Kalasuwe of Apoiland
An appellate court in Akure has upheld the appointment of Prof. Sunday Amuseghan as the Kalasuwe of Apoiland, rejecting a challenge from Prince Joseph Orire David.
Ondo State Legislators Claim Governor Aiyedatiwa Intervenes in Speaker Impeachment Bid
Ondo State lawmakers are challenging Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, alleging he is protecting Speaker Olamide Oladiji from an impeachment effort driven by 21 members over budget mismanagement allegations.