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Health services disruptions loom as JOHESU begins midnight strike
The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) on Friday declared an indefinite nationwide strike, effective from midnight, over the Federal Government’s failure to implement the adjusted Consolidated Health Salary Structure (CONHESS). Announcing the decision at a press conference in Abuja, the National Chairman of the Medical and Health Workers Union, Kabiru Minjibri, said the industrial action was expected to disrupt medical…
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Oyo Court delays decision on PDP convention case, keeps interim order in force
The Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan has adjourned ruling on a preliminary objection challenging its jurisdiction in a suit filed by a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) over the party’s national convention. The convention had been scheduled for Saturday, 15 November, and Sunday, 16 November 2025 in Ibadan. The suit was filed by a member of…
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CISLAC advocates gender-sensitive reforms within military, stronger accountability mechanisms to tackle corruption
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has emphasised the need for gender-sensitive reforms within the military to prevent sexual violence and strengthen women’s participation in leadership roles, calling for adequate monitoring mechanisms for gender-related compliance in the Defence and Security sector. CISLAC explained that this would help to prevent gender-based violence and abuse during operations. The organisation also called…
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We’ll complete Akute-Ijoko road soon, Abiodun assures
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has assured residents that his administration will soon complete the 20-kilometre Akute–Ijoko Road in Ifo Local Government Area. The governor gave the assurance while inspecting ongoing work on the first phase of the 9.7-kilometre stretch of the road, shortly after commissioning the Akute–Ajuwon–Alagbole Road, also in Ifo Local Government. Abiodun noted “This road is…
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250 women benefit as Edo First lady leads clean energy drive
By Folashade Olorunfemi As part of efforts by the Edo State Government to promote healthier, more sustainable lifestyles for women and advance environmental sustainability, the Office of the First Lady has partnered with key stakeholders to distribute 250 clean coal stoves, pots and cash support for the purchase of charcoal to women in the Edo South Senatorial District. Speaking at…
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Ondo lawmakers pass vote of no confidence, move to sack Speaker
By Boye Oyeyemi Crisis hits the Ondo State House of Assembly as twelve members have passed a vote of no confidence in the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Olamide Oladiji, over allegations of gross misconduct and violation of constitutional provisions. In a resolution issued on November 13, the lawmakers accused Oladiji of allegedly diverting N50 million appropriated for a public hearing and…
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Edo govt begins MTSS planning cycle, targets inclusive growth, smarter budgeting
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Edo State Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning (MBEP) has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming planning into a dynamic tool for inclusive growth, rather than a routine bureaucratic exercise, with the commencement of a two-day sectoral engagement on the development of the Medium-Term Sector Strategy (MTSS) for 2026–2028. The Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Dr.…
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Badagry West LCDA gets new Vice Chairman, Sesi Ogungbe
The Chairman of Badagry West Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Rauf Ibrahim Kayode Yemaren, has sworn in Hon. (Mrs.) Sesi Ogungbe as the new Vice Chairman of the council. The ceremony, held at the Council Secretariat, began with a one-minute silence in honour of the late Vice Chairman, Princess Remilekun Nutayi, popularly known as “Voice,” whose passing created the vacancy.…
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PDP Stakeholders hold emergency meeting, reaffirm timeline for national convention
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Working Committee led by Ambassador Umar Damagun on Thursday night held an emergency meeting in Abuja ahead of the Ibadan National Convention scheduled for November 15 and 16, 2025. Sources within the party disclosed that the emergency meeting was also attended by some serving and former governors of the PDP, members of the Board…
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LASG warns school heads against shielding teachers involved in sexual misconduct
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), Mr. Rafiu Olawale Ojikutu, has warned school directors and their assistants against covering up cases of sexual abuse or other misconduct involving teachers, stressing that anyone who shields perpetrators will be held equally accountable. Ojikutu issued the warning during a two-day capacity-building workshop for educators, organised…
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