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EFCC probes suspect over undeclared foreign currencies intercepted at Kano airport
The Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has commenced investigation into a suspect, Haruna Yusuf, following the interception of undeclared foreign currencies at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA). The currencies, comprising $73,000, £15,957 and 827,800 Saudi Riyals, were intercepted by officers of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) during routine screening of arriving passengers…
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Adeleke’s re-election reflects will of Osun people — Accord chairman
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The National Chairman of Accord, Chief Maxwell Mgbudem, has dedicated Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the Osun State governorship election to the people of the state, saying they demonstrated their abiding faith in democratic participation and the Accord government. Addressing newsmen in Osogbo on Monday, Mgbudem described Adeleke’s victory as “the triumph of courage over…
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FG partners MyCityApp, unveils 100-day national tourism season
The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy has partnered with MyCityApp, a digital tourism and events discovery platfor, to launch “Ember to Remember 2026”, a 100-day national tourism season scheduled to run from September to December. The initiative is aimed at bringing together Nigeria’s cultural, tourism, entertainment, hospitality, transportation and creative economy activities under a coordinated…
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Aregbesola congratulates Adeleke on election victory, salutes ADC members
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Former Governor of Osun State, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke on his re-election, urging him to use the renewed mandate to unite the state and deepen development. Aregbesola, in a statement he signed, said the people’s decision at the August 15 governorship election must be respected, stressing that the task before Adeleke…
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Ibis opens new 120-room hotel in Lagos as government calls for patronage of local suppliers
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commissioned a newly constructed 120-room Ibis Hotel in Lekki Phase I, describing the investment as a demonstration of investors’ confidence in the state. Sanwo-Olu, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, said the hotel’s opening reflected confidence in Lagos, Nigeria’s economy and the capacity of local investors to develop facilities that…
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A tribute to General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida at 85 — by Alaba Yusuf
Just like yesterday, 21 years ago, I was privileged to lead a crew of three media men that accompanied former military president, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, GCFR, on a 3-day Diplomatic Visit to Ghana, on the invitation of that country’s then President, John Agyekum Kufour. Mid 2005 it was. We lodged at the famous 5-Star M-Plaza hotels and suites. From…
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Ooni congratulates Adeleke on re-election, calls for unity in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election in the August 15 governorship election, describing the victory as a fresh mandate and an opportunity to advance the development of the state. Ogunwusi, who is the permanent chairman of the Southern Nigerian Traditional Rulers Council and…
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APC must learn from defeat in Osun election, prepare for 2027 — Oyintiloye
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has urged party members and leaders to learn from the outcome of Saturday’s governorship election and begin preparations for the 2027 general elections. Oyintiloye, a former lawmaker, made the call while speaking with newsmen on Monday in Osogbo, urging members not to be discouraged by the…
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Osun police warn against forceful takeover of LG secretariats
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State Police Command has warned against any attempt to forcefully occupy local government secretariats in the state. The Commissioner of Police (Election), CP Samuel Etaifo Erale, gave the warning on Monday, saying the command had received reports of plans by some individuals or groups to forcefully take over the affairs and premises of…
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UPDATED: Obasanjo urges Adeleke to sustain good governance during surprise visit
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo on Sunday night paid a surprise congratulatory visit to Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, at his country home in Ede following his re-election. The governor’s spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, who disclosed this in a statement, said Obasanjo, accompanied by Otunba Fasawe, was received by Adeleke with dancing and songs of praise to God for the successful…
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