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Eid celebration: Osun community leaders urge residents to sustain peace

By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo As Muslims worldwide celebrate the end of Ramadan, the Chief Imam of Kajola Land in Osun State, Alhaji Jimoh Idowu, has called on residents to uphold the spirit of love, peace, and unity cultivated during the holy month in their daily lives. Speaking at the Eid celebration, Idowu emphasized the importance of fostering compassion and togetherness…

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LASBCA begins removal of illegal structures

The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has commenced the removal of illegal structures across the state following the expiration of the amnesty period granted by the State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu. The exercise began in Ogudu GRA, where officials of the Agency moved in to enforce compliance with the state’s urban planning regulations following the expiration of the…

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LASG insists traffic fines lawful, urges motorists to obey rules

The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed the legality of speed limits on selected roads, urging motorists to comply for the safety of all road users. Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, cited Section 28(2)(a) of the Lagos State Transport Sector Reform Law (2018) as the legal basis for penalizing motorists who exceed prescribed speed limits. He also clarified that the…

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‘Ensure peace or face removal’ — Adeleke warns Osun monarchs

By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has issued a stern warning to traditional rulers in Ifon, Erin-Osun, and Ilobu, stating that any monarch who fails to prevent a recurrence of violence in their domain will be removed from office. In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, Adeleke said the warning follows reports that unidentified…

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FG announces closure of Marina bridge for essential rehabilitation 

The Federal Government has announced the closure of the Independence Bridge (Marina bound) starting April 1 for essential maintenance and rehabilitation works. Mrs Olukorede Kesha, the Federal Controller of Works, Lagos, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, who made this known in a statement on Monday, explained that the bridge would remain closed until the end of May 2025. She said, “The closure…

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Osun monarch, Olojo of Ojo, passes Away at 77

The Olojo of Ojo in Egbedore Local Government Area of Osun State, Oba (Alh.) Olayinka Gbolagade Tiamiyu II JP, has passed away. The revered monarch joined his ancestors late Sunday, marking the end of a reign characterized by peace and development in his community. Reacting to the news, Bamidele Salam, the lawmaker representing Ede North, Ede South, Egbedore, and Ejigbo…

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Yoruba Assembly holds summit to address insecurity in South West

The Yoruba Assembly, a coalition of prominent leaders and stakeholders in the South West, is set to hold a crucial summit to address the security challenges facing Yorubaland. The summit, scheduled for Thursday, April 3, at Oranmiyan Hall, Airport Hotel, will bring together over 900 delegates from across the region. It will be chaired by Gen. Alani Akinrinade (rtd) and…

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Eid-el-Fitri: Alaafin Owoade emphasises significance of mutual love in advancing Nigeria

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has emphasised the importance of mutual love between political leaders and Nigerians as a critical step toward advancing the country. In his Eid-el-Fitr message to Muslims, Oba Owoade called for a renewed commitment, not only to the Creator but also to the well-being of mankind. He urged Nigerians to appreciate the gift of…

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Ex-Oyo governor, Ladoja backs Tinubu on Rivers emergency rule 

The former governor of Oyo State and  Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Sen. Rashidi Ladoja, on Sunday, backed the declaration of emergency rule in Rivers, saying it had ensured relative peace in the state. Ladoja, while speaking with journalists at his private residence in Ondo Street, Bodija, Ibadan, after Eid-el-Fitri prayer, said the emergency rule was a wise decision by President…

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Abiodun assures completion of ongoing road rehabilitation in Mowe, Magboro communities 

Governor Dapo Abiodun has pledged to complete the ongoing rehabilitation of roads in Mowe and Magboro communities, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State. The promise follows concerns raised by some residents of Adesan-Olu Community in the Mowe, who appealed to the governor to complete the repair of the 3.5-kilometre road in their area. The governor recently approved the…

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