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Onidimu of Idimu arrives venue for Abaranje secondary school’s commissioning
His Royal Majesty, Surakat Noah Olayiwola Adefimihan, has arrived at the Abaranje Community School field for the official commissioning of the ultra-modern Abaranje Secondary School. The monarch, who is the Madarikan of Abaranje, was sighted at the venue in a white flowing agbada, accompanied by members of his entourage, at about 9:50 a.m. The event marks a historic milestone for…
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Ekiti pressure group faults Oyebanji’s performance as governor, says ‘opportunity wasted’
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ekiti Development Agenda has criticised the administration of Biodun Oyebanji, describing it as a missed opportunity while urging residents to embrace a new direction ahead of the 2026 governorship election. The group made its position known in a statement issued after its general meeting and signed by its National Coordinator, Ademiluyi Bamisaye. According to the statement,…
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Ibadan elders move to resolve Makinde–Olubadan rift, urge restraint
The Balogun of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, has said Ibadan elders have stepped into the reported disagreement involving Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, and the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja. Ajibola disclosed this on Friday while speaking with journalists at his residence in Sanyo, Ibadan South-West Local Government Area of Oyo State, adding that efforts were underway to ensure…
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Lagos inaugurates committee to drive statewide local govt development plan
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, has commenced moves to extend the Local Government Development Plan (LGDP) across all 57 Local Government Areas (LGAs) and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in the state. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs. Kikelomo Bolarinwa, disclosed this during the inauguration of the Technical Working…
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Traditional institutions must remain apolitical – Balogun of Ibadanland
By Adejayan Gbenga The Balogun of Ibadanland, Tajudeen Abimbola Ajibola, has cautioned against the politicisation of Ibadan’s traditional institution, urging that the Olubadan stool be protected from partisan influence. He made the call during a press briefing held at his residence in Ibadan, where he addressed recent tensions within the traditional system. According to him, the Olubadan of Ibadanland throne…
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Group protests in Osun, urges FG to release withheld grants
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Members of the advocacy group, Grant Community Decide Movement (GCDM), staged a peaceful protest in Osun State, calling on the Federal Government to urgently release long-delayed grants meant for Nigerians, as hardship continues to bite. Speaking with journalists in Osogbo on Friday, the national women leader of the movement, Ambassador Deborah Kolawole, said the grants,…
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PDP accuses Kwara govt of politicising Offa robbery case, smearing Saraki’s reputation
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Peoples Democratic Party in Kwara State has accused Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of attempting to reopen and politicise the Offa robbery case. The allegation was made during a press conference held in Ilorin by the party’s State Publicity Secretary, Olusegun Adewara. According to him, the alleged move is a desperate attempt to damage the reputation of…
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Sanwo-Olu approves key commission appointments, targets improved service delivery
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has approved the nomination of five members into the Lagos State Local Government Service Commission, in a move aimed at strengthening grassroots administration and improving service delivery across the state’s councils. The nominations were conveyed in a circular dated Thursday, April 16, 2026, issued by the Office of the Head of Service at…
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Agbeyewa Farms, Ekiti monarchs partner to enhance job creation, rural development
Agribusiness firm, Agbeyewa Farms, and traditional rulers in Ekiti State have strengthened their partnership aimed at enhancing grassroots job creation and advancing rural and agricultural development in Nigeria. This was highlighted at the third annual Agbeyewa Traditional Rulers Retreat held on Thursday, where stakeholders deliberated on strategies to improve community engagement and expand agricultural activities. In his address, Chairman of…
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Odu’a signs strategic partnership with Elektron to develop 50mw in Lagos
Odu’a Investment Company Limited has entered into a strategic partnership with Elektron Energy Development Strategies Limited to develop a 50-megawatt (MW) gas-fired Independent Power Plant (IPP) within the Ogba Industrial Estate in Ikeja, Lagos. The project, sited at the former Cocoa Industries Limited (CIL) complex, is designed to deliver dedicated and reliable electricity directly to industrial and commercial users in…
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