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Oyo engages poultry stakeholders over surge in chick prices
By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Government has convened a meeting with stakeholders to tackle the persistent increase in the prices of day-old chicks, a trend threatening farmers’ profitability and raising concerns over the state’s food security. The meeting which had in attendance several poultry farmers, hatchery operators, and key industry players was held at the Ministry of Agriculture and…
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Alaafin congratulates acting IGP Disu, lauds style of leadership
By Adejayan Gbenga The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has congratulated Tunji Disu on his appointment as the new acting Inspector General of Police, while praising his career as a masterclass in dedication, patriotism, and strategic leadership. In a congratulatory message delivered through his media aide, Oba Owoade described Disu’s elevation as “a resounding testament to his unyielding…
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Ogun govt vows justice for slain contract staff, assures family of support
The Ogun State Government has pledged to ensure that those responsible for the alleged shooting and subsequent death of one of its contract staff, Seyi Afolabi, during a routine physical planning and urban development exercise along the Siun–Abeokuta Expressway are brought to justice. The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Olatunji Odunlami, gave the assurance on Wednesday while receiving…
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12-yr-old Munachi regains freedom after 13 days in captivity
By Adejayan Gbenga 12-year-old Munachi Umenyi, a secondary school student who was kidnapped in Ibadan, has regained her freedom after spending nearly two weeks with her abductors. A family source confirmed her release on Wednesday night, while expressing appreciation to well-wishers for their prayers, encouragement and support throughout the period of the victim’s abduction. Western Post confirmed that Munachi was…
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Abiodun congratulates Egbetokun, urges acting IGP Tunji Disu to restore public confidence
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated the immediate past Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Kayode Egbetokun, on his distinguished service to the Nigeria Police Force and the nation, following the acceptance of his resignation by President Bola Tinubu. The governor also congratulated the newly appointed Acting Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Tunji Disu, expressing confidence in his ability to provide…
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Igando-Ikotun LCDA Chairman, Akinsanya, adopts ‘Miracle Baby’ born to homeless mother
In a remarkable display of compassion and commitment to residents’ welfare, the Chairman of Igando-Ikotun Local Council Development Area in Lagos State, Lasisi Akinsanya, has formally adopted a newborn baby boy who will be named Akinsanya Oluwadamilare Araoluwa. This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Council’s Public Affairs Unit on Wednesday. The infant, described by witnesses as a…
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Submit evidence to anti-graft agencies, not media, Adeleke’s aide tells consultant
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The spokesperson to Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, has challenged the CEO of Sally Tibbot, Sa’adat Bakrin-Ottun, and her lawyer, Jiti Ogunye, to submit any evidence in their possession to anti-graft investigators rather than taking their claims to the media. Rasheed also threatened legal action over what he described as the unlawful…
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Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu urges Lagos youths to shun cybercrime, embrace integrity
Adeola Ogunrinde The first lady of Lagos State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday urged young boys in Lagos to shun cybercrime and embrace positive values that will secure their future. She gave the advice at the Lagos Boy Child Initiative Residential Workshop themed “Re-Orientating the Boy Child to Become an Ambassador.” While stressing the need for discipline, integrity and responsible…
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Oyo commissioner Olatubosun urges synergy between western education, indigenous values
Adejayan Gbenga The Commissioner for Culture and Tourism in Oyo State, Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun, has called for a deliberate blend of western education and traditional Isese training to ensure children grow into academically sound and culturally grounded individuals. Olatubosun made the appeal on Monday during the 2026 Osemeji Obamoro Foundation Festival held at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, in Ibadan.…
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Osun pensioners laud Adeleke over free health scheme
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Pensioners in Osun State have commended Governor Ademola Adeleke for enrolling about 20,000 retirees into the state health insurance programme, saying the initiative has significantly improved access to medical care and reduced deaths among them. Speaking with journalists in Osogbo on Wednesday, the State Secretary of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP), Comrade Lawrence Aina,…
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