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Edo govt, Nigerian Correctional Service partner on inmate rehabilitation
…target skills training for female inmates, youths The Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development has commenced plans to partner with the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) in strengthening the rehabilitation, empowerment and reintegration of inmates, especially women and youths. The proposal was discussed during a visit by the Edo Controller of Corrections, CCS Julius Osemwegie, to the ministry…
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Makinde warns Oyo monarchs against partisan politics
By Adejayan Gbenga Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, has cautioned traditional rulers across the state against engaging in partisan politics ahead of the 2027 general elections, warning that monarchs who openly participate in political activities risk being treated as politicians. Makinde gave the warning on Saturday while speaking at the newly commissioned palace of the Eleruwa of Eruwa, Oba Samuel…
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Olubadan visits Alaafin for Adeduntan’s coronation
By Adejayan Gbenga The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, on Saturday visited the palace of the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, to attend the coronation of former FirstBank Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Adesola Kazeem Adeduntan. Adeduntan, an indigene of Ibadanland, was conferred with the title of Balogun of Oyo by the Alaafin during the ceremony, which attracted…
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Tinubu congratulates Adeduntan on installation as Balogun of Oyo
By Adejayan Gbenga President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has congratulated former Group Chief Executive Officer of First Bank of Nigeria Plc, Oloye Adesola Kazeem Adeduntan, on his formal installation as the Balogun of Oyo by the Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I. The installation takes place today, marking Adeduntan’s formal assumption of the traditional title…
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Oyo APC gubernatorial candidate donates N50m to Oranyan Market fire victims
By Adejayan Gbenga The All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in Oyo State, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has committed N50 million to support traders affected by the recent fire outbreak at Oranyan Market in Ibadan. Alli announced the intervention in a post on his Facebook page on Friday, saying the donation was aimed at providing immediate relief to traders who lost their…
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NIJ Alumni pay tribute to late journalist Ademola Adetula, hail his legacy
The Nigerian Institute of Journalism Alumni Association (NIJAA) has paid tribute to the late Sir Ademola Adetula (KSJI, MFR), a distinguished NIJ alumnus and former President of the Institute’s Students’ Union Government. NIJAA was represented at Friday’s lying-in-state ceremony at the NUJ Press Centre in Akure, Ondo State, held as part of the funeral rites for the veteran journalist and…
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Fadahunsi congratulates Adeleke on re-election, pledges support
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Senator representing Osun East Senatorial District, Adenigba Francis Fadahunsi, has congratulated Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on his re-election for a second term in office. Fadahunsi, in a congratulatory message issued on Friday, described Adeleke’s victory as well-deserved, saying it reflected the confidence and electoral mandate of the people of Osun State. He prayed…
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Protest erupts in Ekiti community over fatal crash, bad road
By Boye Oyeyemi Residents of Bamgboye community in Ajilosun, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, on Friday barricaded the Ikere-Ekiti-Ado-Ekiti road to protest the deteriorating condition of the highway and the frequent fatal accidents recorded along the route. The protest followed a crash on Thursday that reportedly killed a woman and left another person seriously injured and hospitalised, heightening concerns among residents over…
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I’m a victim of Ibadan Circular Road project — Adekanmbi
By Adejayan Gbenga The Allied Peoples Movement governorship candidate in Oyo State, Bimbo Adekanmbi, has said he is also a victim of the ongoing Ibadan Circular Road project. Adekanmbi, however, said he would ensure the completion of the project if elected governor in 2027, describing it as important to the development of Ibadan and the state. He spoke with journalists…
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LASG confirms Gbaye as LASBCA General Manager, tasks her on professionalism
By Olatomiwa Osho The Lagos State Government has confirmed Bldr. Florence Omolola Gbaye as the substantive General Manager of the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA), with her appointment taking effect from August 19, 2026. The appointment letter was formally presented to Gbaye by the Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, on Wednesday, September 2, at the Office of the…
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