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Man vows to remain at Gov Aiyedatiwa’s office until gainfully employed
By Boye Oyeyemi A job seeker named Blessing Oluwajuwonlo Oripenaye has stationed himself at the entrance of the Ondo State Governor’s Office in Akure, demanding an audience with Governor Aiyedatiwa after what he described as “14 days of ignored appeals for employment.” Oripenaye disclosed to newsmen that he had reached out earlier through letters and social media posts, tagging top…
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Tinubu praises Arogbofa’s lifelong service to education at 87
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated elder statesman and educationist Seinde Arogbofa on his 87th birthday, describing him as a principled leader committed to national development. In a statement released on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised Arogbofa’s contributions to education, progressive politics and his service as former Secretary-General of the pan-Yoruba socio-political…
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Aiyedatiwa celebrates Arogbofa at 87, lauds intellectual depth, impact
By Boye Oyeyemi Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Saturday showered praises on elder statesman Basorun Seinde Arogbofa during his birthday ceremony, describing him as a symbol of intellectual depth and principled leadership. The governor spoke at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, during a book presentation and fellowship investiture organised by the Association of Nigerian Authors to mark Arogbofa’s…
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OSOPADEC disburses N400m relief to victims of military attack in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission has begun the distribution of relief materials valued at N400m to residents of Ilaje Local Government Area, affected by an alleged military attack. Western Post confirmed that the intervention followed an incident in October, last year, when personnel of the Nigerian Navy were accused of invading Obejedo, Obe-Adun and…
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Makinde celebrates Sallah with soldiers in Igbeti, calls for improved welfare
By Adejayan Gbenga Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, while celebrating Sallah with soldiers on Friday, called for improved welfare for military personnel, saying the sacrifices made by men and women in uniform deserve greater attention and support. Makinde made the call during the Chief of Army Staff Special Sallah Celebration with troops of the 2nd Division of the Nigerian Army…
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Edo govt pushes ‘Back-to-Farm’ drive, tasks youths on food production
The Edo State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Jerry Uwangue, has stressed that tackling hunger and food shortages requires the active participation of all stakeholders, particularly youths, saying they must embrace food production rather than leaving it solely to the elderly in rural communities. Uwangue, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and…
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Dignitaries register presence as Oyo govt holds Eid prayers in grand style
By Adejayan Gbenga Muslim faithful in Ibadan gathered at the Agodi Eid Ground on Friday to observe the Eid al-Fitr prayer, marking the conclusion of Ramadan. The prayer was led by the Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Sheikh Abdulganiyu Abubakry Agbotomokekere, who emphasized the importance of peace, unity, and adherence to Islamic teachings. He encouraged Muslims to sustain the virtues of…
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Okpebholo to Muslims: Sustain Ramadan virtues, pray for Edo’s growth, stability
The governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithful in Edo State and across Nigeria on the occasion of Eid-al-Fitr, marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Patrick Ebojele, the governor commended the Muslim community for their devotion, discipline, and spiritual commitment…
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Eid-al-Fitr: Muslim clerics call for peaceful poll ahead of Ekiti guber election
By Boye Oyeyemi Muslim clerics in Ekiti State have urged political stakeholders and residents to ensure a peaceful and credible governorship election as political parties intensify preparations for the June 20 poll across the state. Making the appeal after the 30-day Ramadan fast on Friday, the Chief Missioner of Amadia Muslim Community, Olowomi Toheed, stressed the need for citizens to…
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Gov Abdulrazaq congratulates Muslim faithful on completion of Ramadan fast
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Kwara State governor, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, felicitated with Muslim faithful in the state on the successful completion of Ramadan fast via a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen in Ilorin on Friday. In his message, the governor wished the Muslim community, a blessed Eid-al-Fitr, praying that Allah accepts the worship and supplication of…
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