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Petrol regulatory body warns against fuel hoarding, price manipulation in Ekiti
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ekiti State Petroleum Products Regulation and Consumer Protection Agency has cautioned fuel marketers against shutting down filling stations to create artificial scarcity of petroleum products across the state. This warning was issued by the Chairman of the Agency, Talabi Odunayo, while noting that the agency had observed some operators refusing to dispense fuel despite having products…
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Ekiti police begin screening for recruitment of constables
By Boye Oyeyemi The Nigeria Police Force in Ekiti State has commenced the physical and credential screening exercise for applicants seeking recruitment as general duty and specialist police constables. As disclosed by the command, the screening exercise would run from March 9 to April 18, 2026. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Sunday Abutu, urged applicants who completed…
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Ondo govt warns against fuel hoarding, vows to deal with defaulters
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ondo State Government has cautioned fuel marketers against shutting down filling stations to deliberately create artificial fuel scarcity across the state, warning that such actions would attract strict punitive measures. This warning was contained in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Engr. (Dr.) Johnson Jaiyeola Alabi. Alabi revealed that the government…
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Alaafin congratulates Taiwo Oyedele on latest ministerial appointment
By Adejayan Gbenga The Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has commended Taiwo Oyedele on his appointment as minister of state for finance, describing it as a testament to his dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to public service. In a congratulatory message conveyed through his Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, on Saturday, Oba Owoade…
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‘I am yet to see 2026 Electoral Act,’ Makinde reveals
By Adejayan Gbenga In a rather shocking turn of events, the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, disclosed that he is yet to see a copy of the 2026 Electoral Act, despite that it was signed by President Tinubu two weeks ago. While making this revelation on Saturday in Ikenne-Remo, Makinde expressed concern over the fact that the law is…
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Ex-Deputy Governor Adeyemo assumes office as Oyo APC chairman
By Adejayan Gbenga Former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Chief Moses Alake Adeyemo, has officially assumed office as the new chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State. This followed the inauguration of a new State Executive Committee that is expected to manage party affairs for the next four years. The swearing-in ceremony which took place at the…
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Gov Seyi Makinde appoints 16 new permanent secretaries
By Adejayan Gbenga The Seyi Makinde-led administration of Oyo State has approved the appointment of 16 permanent secretaries into various state civil/public services across the state. The was disclosed by the state’s Head of Service, Olubunmi Oni, in a statement made public on Friday. As disclosed in the statement, the approval marks a significant step in reinforcing the state’s civil…
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Hoodlums disrupt pro-Wike PDP faction’s congresses in Oyo, injure several
By Adejayan Gbenga Suspected political thugs have disrupted the local government congress of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) faction loyal to the ex-Governor Nyesom Wike, in Oyo State. According to reliable sources, the PDP in Oyo State is currently divided into two factions, with one aligned to Wike and the other loyal to Governor Seyi Makinde. As earlier scheduled, the…
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IBEDC apologises over prolonged power outages, appeals for dialogue amid protests
By Adejayan Gbenga The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has apologised to customers for the significant inconvenience caused by incessant power supply disruptions across its franchise areas, while soliciting for dialogue and roundtable discussions amid ongoing protests. The company conveyed its apologies in a statement released on Saturday. In the statement, the company urged calm and continued dialogue with communities…
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‘Lagos is Africa’s future, most significant economy in Africa,’ Sanwo-Olu reveals
By By Adeola Ogunrinde The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has described Lagos as a living testament to Africa’s possibilities, noting that the state has grown into one of the most economically important urban centres on the continent. He made the remark at the closing ceremony of Africa Week 2026 organised by King’s College London at the African Leadership…
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