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Ozigi assumes duty as new CP, Edo Police Command
The Edo State Police Command has a new Commissioner of Police. He is CP Umoru Ozigi. Police Public Relations Officer for the command, Moses Yamu, in a statement on Saturday, stated: “The Edo State Police Command wishes to inform the public that CP Umoru Ozigi has assumed duty as the new Commissioner of Police in the Command. “The new CP,…
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Ex-governor Fayose commissions road, electrification projects in Ekiti
Governor Biodun Oyebanji, alongside former Governor Ayodele Fayose, on Saturday commissioned the newly constructed Dehead/Faglo Road and electrification project. The former governor commended the efforts of the current administration, especially the commitment to unity and inclusion, while underscoring the need for continuity in delivering progress to the people of Ekiti. Governor Oyebanji also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to completing projects…
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IGP condemns rampant abuse of power, extortion by police officers
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has expressed concerns and condemnation on the alleged cases of extortion and high-handedness perpetrated by certain recalcitrant members of the Nigeria Police Force. The IGP expressed his displeasure while addressing Assistant Inspectors-General of Police, Commissioners of Police, and heads of various formations at the IGP’s Conference with Senior Police Officers held at…
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Ekiti State, public service efficiency and sustainable development in perspective, by Prof. Tunji Olaopa
Let me start by felicitating with His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Ekiti State—Mr. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji—on the occasion of his second anniversary as the chief executive of this great state. I know it is very tough being the Governor and pacemaker in a state as sophisticated as Ekiti. I should know this because I have been a friend of…
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Unite for Koleoso’s sake to produce next Oyo Governor, Olaosebikan urges Oke-Ogun people
…Oke-Ogun is the most compelling sentiment for Oyo 2027 governorship race Political and non-political actors in the Oke Ogun Area of Oyo State have been urged to come together as one and present a single formidable candidate for the 2027 gubernatorial election to actualize the much sought after governorship position in the zone, as a mark of honor and appreciation…
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Castrating democracy at the roots, by Bolaji Adebiyi
Reviving democracy at the local level requires a legislative lifeline, writes Bolaji Adebiyi. Without a doubt, the most significant fraud in the country today is something called local council elections. Conducted by State Independent Electoral Commissions, the outcome has become predictable as the ruling parties’ candidates are sure to win. The pattern is the same. Empowered by the 1999 Constitution…
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Bill on independent candidacy passes second reading
A bill to provide for independent candidacy in the country has passed second reading in the House of Representatives. Titled “Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Alteration) Bill, 2024 (HB1630) (Independent Candidates),” seeks to alter the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (As Amended) to make it possible for candidates to vie for elections without membership…
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Senators pass vote of confidence in Senate President
Senators have passed a vote of confidence in the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio. They also expressed confidence in the entire leadership of the 10th Senate. The confidence vote on Thursday during plenary, follows Wednesday’s false news reports of a takeover of the National Assembly by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) to prevent a planned…
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Tinubu has halted the nation’s economic decline, says Bagudu
President Bola Tinubu’s administration has halted the nation’s economic decline and repositioned it for stability, growth and development, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Abubakar Bagudu, has said. The minister spoke on Wednesday at the close of the 30th National Economic Summit organised by the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning and the Nigerian Economic Summit Group and…
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