Ondo State

INEC set for by-election in Ondo State – REC

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) says all is set for the Akoko North-East and Akoko North-West Federal Constituency election scheduled for Feb. 3 in Ondo State. The Resident Electoral Commissioner in the state, Mrs Olutoyin Babalola, told the News…

Motorcyclist arraigned over alleged N100,000 theft in Ondo

A 30-year-old commercial motorcyclist, Tayo Olabode, on Friday, appeared before an Okitipupa Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ondo State for allegedly stealing N100,000. The defendant, whose address was not given, is facing a one-count charge bordering on stealing. The Police Prosecutor,…

Trader arraigned over alleged power bank theft

A-24-year-old trader, James Ovie, on Friday appeared before an Okitipupa Chief Magistrates’ Court, Ondo State, over alleged theft of an Oraimo power bank worth N35, 000. The defendant, whose address was not provided, is facing a one-count charge of stealing.…

Pastor arrested for visa fraud in Ondo State

A 39-year-old pastor, Michael  Ogundepo, has been arrested by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Ondo State for allegedly scamming a woman in a visa fraud case. The suspect, who hails from Ikorodu Lagos, is accused of collecting…