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How Ayiri Emami reconciled Gov. Oberevwori, Senator Omo-Agege at sister’s wedding
Businessman and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in oil-rich Delta State, Chief Ayiri Emami, on Friday brought arch political rivals Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and ex-Deputy Senate President Senator Ovie Omo-Agege together under a convivial atmosphere. The recent defection of Governor Oborevwori, his predecessor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, and other PDP chieftains from the Peoples Democratic Party to…
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Nigeria needs more leaders like Olanipekun, says Gov. Oyebanji
By Boye Oyeyemi – Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has hailed legal icon Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN) for his sustained commitment to empowering students, widows and other vulnerable groups through his annual scholarship and support programmes. The Governor, who spoke at the 29th Wole Olanipekun Scholarship Scheme and 6th Empowerment Programme in Ikere-Ekiti on Saturday, described the former NBA President…
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AFUED debunks report linking graduates to Gombe-bound fatal crash
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo, has refuted viral claims that some of its graduates posted to Gombe for NYSC were involved in a fatal accident. In a statement signed by Olatuyi O. A. (Mrs), the Director of Information and Public Relations, the institution said the reports caused panic after spreading widely on social media…
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Okitipupa Council chair condemns mistreatment of Fuji star Obesere
-Vows action By Boye Oyeyemi – The Chairman of Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, Andrew Ogunsakin, has condemned the alleged harassment of Fuji icon Abbas Akande Obesere and members of his team at the Government Field in Okitipupa. Ogunsakin, in a statement obtained by WESTERN POST on Saturday, described the development as disappointing and said it did not…
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Aiyedatiwa reiterates safety of corps members
By Boye Oyeyemi – Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare and safety of National Youth Service Corps members deployed to the state. Speaking at the swearing-in of the 2025 Batch C corps members in Ikare Akoko, the governor announced the approval of a 216-bed hostel for the NYSC permanent orientation camp. He…
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Assessing the relevance of traditional rulers, by Eric Teniola
With the death of Dr. Victor Omololu Sowemimo Olunloyo (14 April 1935 – 6 April 2025) and that of the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona (10 May 1934 – 13 July 2025), GCON, Ọgbagba Agbotewole II, the final chapter of emergency rule in Western Nigeria of 1962 has been closed. Historians will have to draw the final curtain…
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Ekiti monarch okays World Iyan Carnival
By Boye Oyeyemi, Ado-Ekiti – The Ogoga of Ikere Ekiti, His Royal Majesty Oba Adejimi Adu, has officially endorsed the World Iyan Carnival, a cultural event aimed at promoting Ekiti’s heritage and boosting tourism. Oba Adu, who also serves as Chairman of the Traditional Council of Obas in Ekiti State, gave his support during a courtesy visit by the carnival…
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Nigeria wasting its biggest asset, says industrialist Akinkuebi
By Boye Oyeyemi – An Ondo-based industrialist, Femi Akinkuebi, has said Nigeria will continue to struggle economically if it fails to convert its large population into a productive asset. In a statement issued on Thursday, Akinkuebi said countries that achieved rapid development, particularly China, did so by making their population the centre of all national planning. He noted that China…
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Philanthropist calls for youth engagement to address criminality
By Boye Oyeyemi – A philanthropist, Senior High Chief Bibopere Ajube, has called on well-to-do Nigerians to support the government in carrying out empowerment programmes to get youth engaged in addressing criminalities in the society. Ajube said that the rising unemployment in the country will consume the nation if able individuals fail to support the government. Ajube said this at…
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Eruku attack: Ekiti Rep warns constituents, urges heightened vigilance
A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Femi Bamisile, has asked residents of border communities in Ekiti to stay alert and work closely with security agencies following the recent attack in Eruku, Kwara State. He said the incident, which occurred in a town that shares close cultural and geographic ties with Ekiti, demands stronger cooperation with Governor Biodun Oyebanji…
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