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Regent raises alarm over plot to destabilise Ekiti community
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Regent of Ijesa-Isu Ekiti in the Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State, Princess Omobolaji Adeniyi, has warned against alleged moves by some individuals to disrupt peace in the town. She urged Governor Biodun Oyebanji to intervene to avert chaos, accusing “powerful politicians” of sponsoring unrest. Adeniyi, who addressed journalists at the palace of the…
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HOMICIDE EXCLUSIVE: The story of the murder of manicurist Faith Okosun in Abuja
Olaolu Bilau, in Abuja – The Nigeria Police homicide unit in Abuja is currently set against the uphill task of uncovering the perpetrator of the gruesome murder of 43-year-old manicurist Faith Okosun on September 13, 2025. Speaking during an exclusive chat in Abuja, Oyinye, a friend of the deceased, told WESTERN POST that Faith had on Thursday, September 11, notified…
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Ember months not associated with ‘evil spirits’ – Ekiti govt cautions motorists
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ekiti State Government has urged motorists to exercise caution during the ember months to prevent avoidable road crashes. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Information, Rt Hon. Taiwo Olatunbosun, made the appeal in a statement in Ado-Ekiti, the Ekiti state capital. He dismissed the belief that the ember months, September to December, are associated…
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VP Shettima departs Abuja for New York to attend 80th UN General Assembly
Kunle Sanni – Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for New York, United States, to participate in the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), scheduled to be held from Monday, September 22, to Sunday, September 28, 2025. Shettima is representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the global gathering and is expected to deliver Nigeria’s national statement…
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Tinubu celebrates wife, First Lady Oluremi, at 65
Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has paid tribute to his wife, First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu, as she marks her 65th birthday today, describing her as his “steadying anchor” whose compassion and resilience have impacted millions of Nigerians. In a personal message, the President praised the First Lady’s role in his political journey and public service, recalling her support…
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Ondo plans more prudent budget for 2026 amid funding constraints
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Government is considering a more streamlined and realistic budget for the 2026 fiscal year in a bid to align its financial plans with available and accessible funding sources. The decision is coming on the heels of poor budgeting performance as a result of non-payment by foreign development funding organisations for implementation of the…
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FRSC promotes 158 to boost workforce in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ondo State Command, has decorated 27 newly promoted officers and 131 marshals with their new ranks. State Sector Commander Dr Samuel Ibitoye, who performed the decoration in Akure, described the promotion as a call to greater responsibility in ensuring safer roads across the state. “Today, 158 newly promoted staff of…
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Amotekun nabs 51 suspects in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Security Network Agency, Amotekun Corps, has arrested 51 suspected criminals across the 18 local government areas of the state, including its forests. Parading the suspects in Akure on Friday, the Corps Commander, Akogun Adetunji Adeleye, said they were picked up for offences ranging from kidnapping, rape, human trafficking, breach of public peace, anti-open…
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Ondo warns against sexual harassment in public service, introduces tougher rules
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Government has rolled out new extant rules for the public service, warning that offences such as sexual harassment could attract dismissal and criminal prosecution. Mr Bayo Philip, Head of Service (HoS), issued the warning on Thursday in Akure during the First Annual General Meeting of the Association of Retired Heads of Service and…
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Oba Rasidi Ladoja: The making of a remarkable Olubadan, by Lanre Ogundipe
Ibadan is great in many ways. Remarkable feats and uncommon achievements mark its 200-year history. In the annals of time, the great city has recorded many firsts and continues to set the pace for others to follow. And with its unrelenting quest for distinction framed by its unique socio-cultural and political trajectory, the city of Oluyole will continue to thrive…
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