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Ogun partners World Bank on ₦5bn women-focused economic drive
The Ogun State Government and the World Bank Group have jointly invested over ₦5 billion in women-focused empowerment and livelihood initiatives in the past six years, Governor Dapo Abiodun has disclosed. Abiodun made this known while receiving a delegation from the World Bank Group, led by its Vice President, Ms Galina Vincelette, at his office in Abeokuta. He said the…
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‘Illegal, Unconstitutional’- Fijabi Royal Family kicks against Otun Baale appointment
By Adejayan Gbenga The Fijabi Royal Family of Oritamerin, Ibadan, has rejected the planned installation of Mr. Saheed Raifu Adelani Olaigbe as Otun Baale of Okoro-Oketunu, describing the move as illegal, unconstitutional and traditionally invalid. In a petition addressed to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, the family opposed the installation scheduled for January 31, 2026, insisting that it…
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Merit-based governance, development roadmap will sustain Oyo beyond 2027- Makinde
By Adejayan Gbenga The governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, on Thursday, said his administration has entrenched a merit-based system of governance and developed a roadmap to sustain the state’s development beyond 2027. Makinde made the disclosure at a lecture and symposium organised as part of activities marking the 50th anniversary of Oyo State, held at the International Conference Centre,…
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Demolitions: Lagos Lawmakers caution protesters, seek better public enlightenment
The Lagos State House of Assembly has urged protesters to express their grievances peacefully, warning against the activities of violent elements and fifth columnists who may attempt to hijack legitimate protests to foment unrest. The House also called on the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga Omotosho, to intensify public enlightenment on ongoing demolition exercises across the state in…
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Lagos Assembly demands urgent action over abducted corps member
The Lagos State House of Assembly has intervened in the reported abduction of a Prospective Corps Member (PCM), Miss Binuyo Lateefah, calling for urgent inter-governmental and security collaboration to secure her immediate rescue. The House took the decision following a Matter of Urgent Public Importance raised by Hon Omolara Olumegbon, who informed lawmakers that the victim was abducted on January…
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NPF Pensions assures police officers of seamless retirement benefits
…pays 30,370 retirees since inception NPF Pensions Limited has organised a pre-retirement enlightenment seminar for police officers, assuring them of prompt and seamless payment of retirement benefits upon exit from service. The 2026 pre-retirement seminar, which kicked off in Lagos on Thursday, is part of a nationwide programme that will be held across the six geopolitical zones of the country.…
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2026 Hajj: Oyo begins medical screening, knowledge test for intending pilgrims
By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Muslim Pilgrims’ Welfare Board has commenced medical screenings and interviews on basic Islamic knowledge for intending pilgrims from the state ahead of the 2026 Hajj. The exercise is designed to assess pilgrims’ understanding of Islamic practices and confirm their medical fitness for the pilgrimage. Certified medical practitioners from the Oyo State Hospitals Management Board…
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Technical challenges stall APC membership registration across Oyo
By Adejayan Gbenga The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has urged its members and supporters to remain patient as technical challenges continue to affect the ongoing electronic registration of party members across the state. The party assured that the issues were being addressed and would be resolved promptly. Reports from the 33 local government areas indicate that many…
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JAMB clears air on 2026 UTME, says dual admissions not allowed
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has stated that candidates who are already enrolled in tertiary institutions may register for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination and Direct Entry, but must formally declare their matriculation status, otherwise, they risk losing both admissions. JAMB made the clarification in a statement issued on Wednesday by the Board’s Public Communication Adviser, Dr Fabian…
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Lagos Assembly denies reports on Makoko protest incident
The Lagos State House of Assembly has dismissed reports suggesting that lawmakers watched as police dispersed Makoko anti-demolition protesters with teargas and live ammunition at the Assembly complex. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Chairman, House Committee on Information, Strategy and Security, Hon Stephen Ogundipe, the Assembly expressed concern over a publication titled “Police teargas Makoko anti-demolition protesters…
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