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    Lagos unveils new measures to attract investment in sports sector

    The Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC) has introduced new measures aimed at attracting increased investment into the sports sector as part of efforts to unlock its economic potential. Speaking on the development, the Director-General of the LSSC, Mr Lekan Fatodu, said the framework was designed to reposition sports as a key contributor to the state’s economic growth. He explained that…

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    Eko FM, Radio Lagos bag awards as Lagos govt lauds broadcasting excellence

    The Lagos State Government has commended Eko FM and Radio Lagos for their performance at the Nigeria Broadcasting Awards, where both stations won six awards across different categories. The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, gave the commendation on Monday when a delegation from the stations, led by General Manager Olajide Lawal, presented the awards to the ministry’s top…

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    Lagos reaffirms commitment to prioritizing women participation across key sectors

    By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to placing women at the centre of economic development, with a focus on inclusive growth and expanded opportunities across key sectors. This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, during the International Women’s Day celebration for women in MSMEs and nano businesses held…

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    JUST IN: Fayose arrives Olubadan’s palace for private meeting amid Oyo tension

    By Adejayan Gbenga, Ibadan Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, on Tuesday visited Ibadan amid rising tension linked to ongoing issues involving the traditional institution and the Oyo State Government. The visit comes at a time of heightened political and traditional tension surrounding developments associated with the Olubadan stool, which has continued to draw attention from key stakeholders across the…

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    LG autonomy key to national security, development — Osun ALGON chairman

    — Distributes 300 motorcycles to security agencies By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Osun State chapter, Hon. Idowu Abiodun, said that local government autonomy enhances the capacity of councils to play stronger roles in national security and development. Abiodun stated this on Tuesday during the distribution of 300 motorcycles to…

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    Oluwo is God-sent to transform Iwo, says Liad Tella

    The Asiwaju Musulumi of Iwoland, Alhaji Liad Tella, has described the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, as a “divine illuminator.” Tella stated that the monarch was ordained by God to lead Iwo out of darkness, noting that the town had lagged behind in development prior to his enthronement. According to him, the Oluwo’s emergence marked a turning point aimed…

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    Akeredolu’s ex-aide tackles Aiyedatiwa’s adviser over alleged misguided pension claims

    By Boye Oyeyemi A former chief press secretary to late Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, Mr Richard Olatunde, has accused an aide to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of distorting facts on pension matters in the state. Olatunde, in a statement released on Monday, faulted Mr Gani Mohammed, special adviser on special duties and strategy, describing his comments as misleading and politically…

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    Asiwaju Musulumi hails Oluwo as divine illuminator of Iwo

    By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Asiwaju Musulumi of Iwoland, Alhaji Liad Tella, has described the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, as a divine illuminator, saying he was enthroned by God to remove Iwo from darkness. Tella noted that before the monarch’s enthronement, the ancient town was far behind, adding that his emergence was to erase what he described…

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  • Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde Approves Rashidi Ladoja as 44th Olubadan Coronation Set for September 26

    Makinde, Olubadan dismiss Fayose’s dethronement allegation

    By Adejayan Gbenga  Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, and Oba Rashidi Ladoja have denied allegations by former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, about a plot to dethrone the Olubadan of Ibadanland. Fayose had earlier alleged on social media that Governor Makinde was planning to remove Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan and that the monarch could face a query for allegedly…

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  • Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde Approves Rashidi Ladoja as 44th Olubadan Coronation Set for September 26

    Governor Makinde plotting Olubadan’s removal, says Fayose

    Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, has alleged that Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, is plotting to remove the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. Fayose made the claim in a post on X on Sunday, stating that the alleged move would begin with official queries issued to the monarch over his absence at a recent coronation ceremony in…

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