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Kwara: Military operations neutralize terrorists in Ifelodun, Patigi, Gbugbu
…residents urged to fish out moles, be vigilant By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Ongoing military operations have attacked terrorist camps in parts of Edu, Ifelodun, and Patigi Local Government Areas in Kwara State, neutralising many kidnappers and terrorists. The military operations hit bandits’ camps operated by notorious kidnappers and terrorists with hideouts in Baba Sango (Ifelodun), Gbugbu (Edu), and Lata (Patigi). …
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Awujale Succession: No chief suspended in Ijebu Land- Ogun govt clarifies
The Ogun State Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, in collaboration with the Ijebu Ode Local Government, has dismissed reports circulating on social media claiming that three prominent traditional chiefs in Ijebu land have been suspended from the Council of Chiefs. In a joint statement issued on Friday and signed by the Commissioner for Local Government, Hon. Ganiyu Hamzat…
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Aiyedatiwa hosts federal lawmakers, calls for synergy to enhance state progress
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has urged federal lawmakers from Ondo to view the development, peace, and stability of the state as a collective responsibility requiring the commitment of all stakeholders. The governor made the appeal while hosting a dinner for all nine members of the House of Representatives from the state at the Government House, Akure. The discussions focused on fostering…
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Makinde charges new Environment Commissioner to fix environmental challenges
By Adejayan Gbenga Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has tasked the new Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Pastor Ademola Aderinto, to urgently address ongoing environmental challenges facing the state. Makinde gave the charge on Friday shortly after administering the oath of office to Aderinto, whom he deliberately redeployed to the environment ministry in response to what he described as…
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Ogun govt sets up committee for burial of ex- first lady, Lucia Onabanjo
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced the constitution of a committee to organise a befitting burial for the former First Lady of the state, Chief Mrs. Lucia Onabanjo. The committee will be chaired by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi. Other members include the Chairman of Ijebu-Ode Local Government Area, Mr. Dare Alebiosu, and the…
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PHOTO NEWS: Tinubu receives Olubadan of Ibadanland at Presidential Villa
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu receives the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, during a courtesy visit to the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Friday.
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Awujale Stool: Ijebu Ode residents protest alleged imposition plot
Indigenes and residents of Ijebu Ode staged a peaceful protest on Friday, marching from the Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona Archway towards the Ijebu Ode Local Government Headquarters in opposition to what they described as attempts by “powerful interests” to influence the selection of the next Awujale. This is coming after the Ogun State Government, in a circular dated January 20,…
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Ondo commences NYSC hostel construction, reaffirms commitment to corps members’ welfare
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Government has begun the construction of a hostel at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Permanent Orientation Camp in Ikare Akoko to improve accommodation for corps members serving in the state. Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa announced the project on Friday during the swearing-in of the 2025 Batch A Stream One corps members held…
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Ondo palace warns public against calling monarch ‘bro’, ‘blood’
By Boye Oyeyemi – The palace of the Arujale-Ojime of Okeluse Kingdom in Ondo State has warned members of the public to desist from addressing the monarch with casual or disrespectful terms. In a statement issued on Friday, the Chief of Staff to the monarch, Prince Adefemi Olorunfemi, said the traditional ruler must be addressed strictly as His Royal Majesty…
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Ogun governor commissions Sagamu–Ayepe road, flags off more roads in Sagamu LG
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has approved the construction of major road projects in Sagamu Local Government Area, including the Sagamu–Ode Road, Fadebo Street Road, Ajaka Road, and the Likosi–Ogijo Road, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to infrastructure as a catalyst for socio-economic development. The governor disclosed this on Thursday while commissioning the newly completed Sagamu–Ayepe Road, describing road infrastructure…
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