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Oyadiran estate residents in Lagos groan over collapsed road, perennial flooding
Residents of Oyadiran Estate in the Sabo axis of Yaba Local Council Development Area ( Yaba LCDA) in Lagos State, are living in constant fear and frustration as the once-serene neighbourhood has become a nightmare of broken roads, blocked drainages, and knee-deep floods whenever it rains. What used to be a smooth drive through the estate has turned into a…
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Ondo equips 200 women with urban farming skills for financial freedom
The Ondo State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Dr Seun Osamaye, has reaffirmed the commitment of the state government to the total emancipation of women in the state. Osamaye, who made this known at a one-day training for 200 women on urban agriculture, held at the Women Development and Skill Acquisition Centre organized by the ministry, informed that…
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Erhurun Uneme Community honours Okpebholo’s aide for outstanding service, leadership
By Folashade OlorunfemiThe Erhurun Uneme Community in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area (LGA) of Edo State has hosted a grand reception in honour of the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Chief Bisi Idaomi, in recognition of her exceptional achievements in the Public Service, particularly her leadership in promoting women’s rights, advancing social welfare and championing community development in the…
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Nigeria regains global attention with FTSE Russell watch list inclusion
Nigeria’s economic and market reforms have gained global momentum as FTSE Russell announced the inclusion of the country on its Watch List for possible reclassification from Unclassified to Frontier Market status. The announcement, published in the FTSE Equity Country Classification Annual Review 2025, follows confirmation from market participants that the foreign exchange backlogs and capital repatriation delays which led to…
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EDOHIC begins 2025 customer service week celebration across senatorial districts
By Folashade OlorunfemiIn commemoration of the 2025 Customer Service Week, the Edo State Health Insurance Commission (EDOHIC) has commenced series of activities across the three senatorial districts of the Edo state, to celebrate its enrollees and reaffirm its commitment to quality and effective service delivery.During the commencement of the celebration at the Commission’s Corporate office in Benin City, the Director…
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Alleged certificate forgery: Nnaji should be prosecuted, not allowed quiet exit- Atiku
… demands probe of all FEC members’ credentials Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has described the resignation of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, as an “attempt to whitewash yet another scandal”. Atiku in a post on his facebook page on Wednesday while reacting to the resignation of Nnaji, said the minister should have been dismissed and…
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Edo First Lady champions youth empowerment, innovation through vocational skills
By Folashade OlorunfemiThe Edo State Government through the Office of the First Lady, has reiterated its commitment to fostering initiatives that drive innovation and transformation in empowering youth and residents with essential skills, which are required for success in a rapidly evolving world.The Coordinator, Office of the Edo State First Lady, Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo Anani confirmed this at a sensitization…
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Okpebholo condemns ‘Deceptive’ project commissioning, vows to finish abandoned works
By Folashade Olorunfemi The governor of Edo State, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, has expressed his displeasure over the commissioning of uncompleted projects by the immediate past administration of Mr. Godwin Obaseki, describing the move as a disservice to Edo people and a clear attempt to mask inefficiency. During an inspection of the Stella Obasanjo Hospital and the Education Hub Complex at…
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Lagos SDGs Office, TigerFireRose launch film campaign on waste management
By Folashade Olorunfemi In a bid to animate sustainability, the Office of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in collaboration with TigerFireRose Media, has launched the screening of an inspiring social impact film across Public Secondary Schools and Communities in Lagos State. The film titled “Pile of Rubbish”, is to be screened across schools and communities in Lagos State, using relativity to…
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Olorunda LCDA Chairman laments dilapidated health centres, promises swift restoration
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Chairman of Olorunda Local Council Development Area (OLCDA), Peter Kumayon Ajose has expressed deep concerns over the current state of the clinic and Primary Health Centres (PHCs), following his recent inspection and monitoring visits. Ajose registered his displeasure during the 2025 Third Quarter Workers’ Forum of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), which is…
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