Adewale Momoh

Lagos

Journalist at The Guardian (Nigeria)

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News -- 'We arrested 170 for violating anti-open grazing law in three years'

2 weeks ago | nigeriaworld.com | Adewale Momoh

The Ondo State Security Network Agency, otherwise known as Amotekun Corps, has said that within three years of its operation, no fewer than 170 herders were arrested for flouting the anti-open-grazing law of the state. The Commander of the security outfit, Adetunji Adeleye, who also revealed that over 10,000 cows were impounded during the period, said that the Amotekun had successfully curbed the incessant herders/farmers clashes in the state.
Customs intercept 1,400kg of Indian hemp, hand over suspects to NDLEA

2 months ago | guardian.ng | Adewale Momoh |Jimisayo Opanuga

[adsense ad_id="inarticle"]The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ondo/Ekiti Command, has intercepted over 140 sacks of Cannabis sativa, popularly known as Indian hemp, weighing over 1,400 kilograms. With the substance valued at N112 million, the suspects as well as the hard drugs were handed over to the state command of the National Drug Law and Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).
Ayetoro seeks govt's intervention amid environmental degradation

2 months ago | guardian.ng | John DOE |Dennis Erezi |Adewale Momoh

[adsense ad_id="inarticle"]By Adewale Momoh, AkureThe once-thriving coastal community of Ayetoro, Ondo State, is on the verge of slipping into the belly of the Atlantic Ocean due to the devastating impacts of oil and gas activities. The environmental degradation facing the community had also been aided by global warming as well as oil exploration, with homes, an iconic worship centre, and a local cemetery destroyed, leaving the community’s existence threatened.
Protest as students over remand of ex-SUG president, others in Ondo

2 months ago | guardian.ng | John DOE |Kareem Itunu Azeez |Adewale Momoh

By: Adewale Momoh, AkureProtests erupted in Akure, Ondo State capital, on Wednesday following the incarceration of youths from the Akoko axis of the state, among whom is the former Student Union President (SUG) of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, James Akeju, who is also the President of the Akoko Youth Forum.
Labourer hacks employer to death over kolanut theft in Ondo

2 months ago | guardian.ng | Adewale Momoh |Kareem Itunu Azeez

By Adewale Momoh, Akure 01 April 2025 | 5:36 pm A 60-year-old farmer has been killed by her labourer at Laoso community, Laje Camp axis of Ondo West Local Council Area, Ondo State. The deceased, identified as Mrs Adelugba, according to sources, was macheted to death by the labourer after she accused him of stealing kola nuts from her farm.
Group urges Aiyedatiwa’s aides to focus on governance

2 months ago | guardian.ng | Adewale Momoh

• Warns cabinet members against unnecessary political battles• Says appointees creating enemies for governor• Implores Aiyedatiwa to hit ground running• How vigilante groups curbed kidnappings in Ose council, by Adelegbe A group, the Ondo South Youths Forum (OSYF), has urged the Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, to be wary of some members of his cabinet over their interest in chasing cheap popularity rather than delivering good governance in the state.
Vigilante groups preventing kidnappings in Ondo LGA - Rep

2 months ago | guardian.ng | Adewale Momoh |Segun Adewole

House of Representatives member representing Owo/Ose Federal Constituency of Ondo State, Timehin Adelegbe, has revealed that the spate of kidnapping that ravaged the Ifon community in Ose Local Council Area of Ondo State was tackled with the deployment of vigilante groups. The federal legislator disclosed that the measure will be replicated in other communities within the federal constituency to combat incessant cases of kidnappings and other crimes.
Eid-el-Fitr: Governors, political leaders felicitate with Muslims

2 months ago | guardian.ng | Azeez Olorunlomeru |Adewale Momoh

Urge unity, hope, compassion for better NigeriaThe immediate past Governor of Ekiti State and former Chairman of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF), Dr Kayode Fayemi; Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa; his Ekiti counterpart, Biodun Oyebanji; and Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, have extended warm greetings to Muslims as they celebrate the Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan.
NUJ decries deteriorating health facilities in Ondo

2 months ago | guardian.ng | Adewale Momoh

• Urges governor to declare state of emergency in health sector• Frowns on public sales of caskets within UNIMEDTH premises The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ondo State Council, has lamented the deteriorating facilities within the health sector of the state, stressing that the situation calls for immediate attention.
Nigerian leaders mark Eid-el-Fitr with calls for unity, peace, charity

2 months ago | guardian.ng | Segun Adewole |Ayodele Afolabi |Odita Sunday |Adewale Momoh

As Muslims across Nigeria celebrated Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, leaders from various states and the federal level extended greetings, emphasizing unity, love, and charity, while addressing ongoing national and local issues. The festivities coincided with significant events, including security operations, health updates, and political reflections.