Jayeola Olalekan

Jayeola Olalekan is a Senior Reporter at WestTrybe, where he covers Entertainments, politics, governance, public policy, elections, and major national developments across Nigeria. His reporting focuses on delivering accurate, balanced, and timely coverage that helps readers understand the decisions, events, and issues shaping the country's political landscape. With a keen interest in accountability, public affairs, and democratic governance, Jayeola is committed to producing well-researched stories that provide context beyond the headlines. When he's away from the newsroom, he enjoys reading political history, following policy debates, and exploring stories that highlight Nigeria's social and economic development.
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Funke Akindele’s Birthday Post Splits Nollywood Fans During Ogogo’s Burial

Nollywood actress Funke Akindele drew mixed reactions from fans and industry observers after she shared birthday posts on…

Ogogo’s Burial Ceremony Underway in Ilaro as Fans, Family Pay Final Respects (Photos)

His remains arrived in Ilaro, his hometown, late on Sunday, drawing mourners who gathered to honor the late…

Nigerian Airport Passengers Give Returning Soldiers Standing Ovation

The applause and cheers broke out as the troops arrived at the airport, prompting fellow passengers present at…

Gridlock Traps Ambulance, Travelers on Benin-Edo Expressway

Heavy rain and deteriorating road sections have triggered days-long gridlock on Nigeria's Benin-Edo Expressway, trapping commuters, vehicles, and…

Breaking: Veteran Yoruba Actor Ogogo Reportedly Dies After Battle With Stage-Four Cancer

Veteran Nollywood Yoruba actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has reportedly died after battling stage-four cancer. The…

Hope for cancer patients as scientists report a breakthrough in personalized cancer vaccine trials.

The vaccine, called Intismeran Autogene, targets patients with high-risk melanoma whose tumors have been surgically removed. Moderna, a…

Explainer: How New ‘Fake’ Agency Builds Nationwide Network, Seeks State Funds and Land

Nigeria's anti-corruption commission has uncovered a fourth fake federal agency, the National Brands Development and Made in Nigeria…

Actor Yomi Fash Shares APC-Branded Bread and Food Items in Lagos

The video, which surfaced on Saturday, shows Fash-Lanso handing out white plastic bags containing bread and other food…

Umahi’s 28-Year-Old Son Wins Ebonyi LG Chairmanship

Osborn Nweze Umahi, the 28-year-old son of Minister of Works David Umahi, has won the Ohaozara Local Government…

Mama Deola Teams Up with King Sunny Ade for Wedding Movie Promo

Nigerian skit creator Folagade Banks, known for her character Mama Deola, has enlisted Juju music legend King Sunny…

“We Will Not Publish How We Spent the $5 Billion Loan”—Finance Minister

Nigeria's finance minister has refused to publish a breakdown of how the federal government plans to spend a…

Nollywood Stars Unite to Rescue Veteran Actor Ogogo in Cancer Battle

Top Yoruba film stars gathered for a special prayer session for veteran Nollywood actor Ogogo, whose cancer battle…

AAC Demands End to N300 weekly POS Levy in Lagos LCDA

The African Action Congress has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Olorunda Local Council Development Area in Lagos…

Canada Renews Visa Processing Times for Nigerian Applicants

Canada has raised processing times for visitor visas, study permits, work permits, and Super Visas issued to Nigerian…

Okorocha Sues INEC to Block Uzodimma’s Senate Candidacy

Senator Rochas Okorocha has filed a lawsuit against the Independent National Electoral Commission over the publication of Imo…