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Senator Abiru hails Tunde Rahman on installation as Baaroyin of Iwoland
The Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District and Chairman Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Institutions, Sen. Tokunbo Abiru, has congratulated veteran journalist Tunde Rahman on his installation as the Baaroyin of Iwo Land. Rahman, who serves as Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Media and Special Duties, was conferred with the revered title by…
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Tinubu, Obasanjo hail Abiodun as Gateway Airport redefines Ogun’s aviation landscape
President Bola Tinubu and former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Saturday, lauded the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for transforming Ogun State and changing the face of aviation in the state through the Gateway International Airport, Iperu-Ilishan. The duo spoke as President Tinubu inaugurated the airport and the state’s new airline, Gateway Airline, among other landmark projects, including road and…
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Oyebamiji felicitates with Christians on Easter, calls for peaceful coexistence
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming Osun State election, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji, popularly called AMBO, has felicitated with Christians in Osun State, Nigeria, and across the globe on the occasion of this year’s Easter celebration. Oyebamiji described the Easter festival as a period of sober reflection commemorating the…
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Ekiti spends over N200m on disaster relief in Q1, Oyebanji reveals
By Boye Oyeyemi Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji, has disclosed that his administration spent over N200 million on relief materials for victims of disasters in the first quarter of 2026. Oyebanji made this known on Friday during the distribution of relief items to about 200 victims of a recent rainstorm in Ado-Ekiti, the state capital. Represented by his deputy,…
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Easter: Sanwo-Olu congratulates Christian faithful, preaches love, compassion, hope
By Adeola Ogunrinde Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Nigerians, especially Christians, on the celebration of Easter. Sanwo-Olu gave the message during an interview at Lagos House, Marina, where he urged residents to embrace love, unity, and sacrifice in line with the teachings of Jesus Christ. He commended Christian faithful for their devotion during the Lenten season and…
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Tinubu to unveil Gateway airport, roads, key infrastructure
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will on Saturday embark on an official visit to Ogun State, where he is expected to commission and inspect a range of key infrastructure projects across the Gateway State. A statement issued by Kayode Akinmade, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to Governor Dapo Abiodun, said the President’s itinerary highlights a broad showcase of strategic…
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Ogun state intensifies efforts to ensure safety, peace during Easter celebration
The Ogun State Police Command has intensified security measures across the state ahead of the Easter celebrations. The Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, said the move is in line with directives from the Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu. He explained that the command has deployed joint security forces, operational assets, and a large number of personnel to ensure the safety…
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Easter: Alaafin charges Nigerians on love, unity
By Adejayan Gbenga The Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade has called on Nigerians to use the Easter season to foster love, goodwill, and sincere commitment to the nation. This was conveyed through his Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaye on Friday. The monarch emphasised that Easter should inspire citizens to appreciate God’s blessings, care…
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UPDATE: Oyo govt proceeds with Ibadan coronation despite absence of chiefs
BY Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Government on Friday proceeded with the coronation of selected high chiefs in Ibadan despite the absence of three senior chiefs who had requested a postponement. The ceremony, held at the historic Mapo Hall, attracted dignitaries, traditional leaders and government officials, signalling the state’s decision to maintain the earlier schedule. The absent chiefs — Sharafadeen…
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Makinde crowns three Ibadan chiefs as Obas despite absence from ceremony
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has officially conferred the title of Oba on three High Chiefs from Ibadanland, even though they were not present at the coronation ceremony. The newly elevated monarchs are High Chief Akeem Adewoyin (Ekeerin Balogun of Ibadanland), High Chief Kola Babalola (Ekaarun Olubadan of Ibadanland), and High Chief Sharafadeen Alli (Ekaarun Balogun of Ibadanland). All three…
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