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Tinubu celebrates Elegushi at 50, praises contributions to community development
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Oba of Ikate-Elegushi Kingdom, Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi, on the occasion of his 50th birthday, commending his leadership and developmental impact in Lagos State. In a statement issued on Friday by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the monarch for his efforts in promoting education, healthcare, and youth empowerment within the Ikate-Elegushi Kingdom.…
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Tinubu commends Sanwo-Olu over projects, says free traffic boosts productivity
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday praised several projects constructed by the Lagos State government, describing them as people-focused initiatives that demonstrate how the city is successfully managing the challenges of rapid urbanisation. The President made the remarks during the commissioning of the newly completed Ojota-Opebi Link Bridge. He was represented at the event by Senate President Godswill Akpabio. “In a…
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Covenant University student dies during football training on campus
Covenant University in Ota, Ogun State, has confirmed the sudden death of a 500-Level student, Toluwase Jesutunmise, who collapsed during a football training session on campus. The university’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Timothy Anake, said the incident occurred on Monday and described Jesutunmise as a diligent and vibrant student. “He was an active member of the student football team and showed remarkable…
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Aiyedatiwa advocates people-centred justice, orders renovation of courts
By Boye Oyeyemi Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Wednesday called for a justice system that is fair, accessible and reflective of the needs of ordinary Nigerians. He made the call at the grand finale of the Nigerian Bar Association Law Week organised by the Okitipupa Branch in Akure, stressing the need for reforms in the justice sector. Aiyedatiwa noted…
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Ogun renames Sagamu–Iperu–Sapade expressway after Tinubu
The Ogun State Executive Council has approved the renaming of the Sagamu–Iperu–Sapade Expressway as the Bola Ahmed Tinubu Expressway, in honour of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The decision followed an earlier announcement to rename the Artery Bypass during the commissioning of the Gateway International Airport and other landmark projects last Saturday. In a related development, the former Aviation Village in…
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Lagos first lady pushes strong moral values in Easter fiesta message
By Adeola Ogunrinde The First Lady of Lagos State, Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has called on parents to take a more deliberate role in raising morally upright children, stressing that sound upbringing remains critical to building a responsible society. She made the appeal at the 2026 Lagos State Family Easter Fiesta held at Lagos House, Alausa, Ikeja, where children from diverse…
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I have no rift with Makinde, Olubadan — Alaafin
By Adejayan Gbenga Oba Akeem Owoade has dismissed speculations suggesting a rift between him, Seyi Makinde, and Oba Rashidi Ladoja, insisting that their relationships remain cordial. Speaking with journalists in Oyo, the monarch stated that there was no misunderstanding between him and the state governor, adding that any issues, if they arise, would be resolved privately. “I have nothing against…
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Gov Abdulrazaq supports families of soldiers with cash rewards, rallies public support
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has rallied public support for security operatives involved in counterterrorism operations, appealing to the public to avoid giving out information on troops’ movement. In a brief interview with reporters during his visit to the three soldiers injured in a recent bandits’ ambush, Governor AbdulRazaq disclosed that militants are able to mount…
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Ekiti govt unveils new tourist destination to boost revenue
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ekiti State government under the leadership of Mr Biodun Oyebanji has opened the Ugele Hill and Cave in Ikere Ekiti to tourists as part of efforts to boost revenue generation and develop the state’s tourism potential. The site, once restricted to annual cultural activities such as the Odun Omo festival, has now been transformed into a…
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Ondo govt eyes tourism boom with Araromi coastline development
Ondo State Governor, Dr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has said that the state is positioning itself for a tourism boom through the development of the Araromi coastline, with plans to attract private investment into the coastal corridor. The governor disclosed that his administration is targeting between five and ten investors to transform the Araromi coastline into a major leisure destination as part…
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