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Chieftaincy row brews in Ondo as ruling house challenges Olu-Oke selection
By Boye Oyeyemi – A fresh crisis has hit Oke-Igbo Kingdom in Ondo State following a petition by the Kuole-Oloje Ruling House to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa over the appointment of the Olu-Oke of Oke-Igbo. In the petition, submitted through its legal representatives, the ruling house asked the governor to exercise his executive powers to review the appointment, insisting that its…
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Osun NULGE announces Jan 5 resumption, demands security at councils
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State chapter of the National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has announced January 5, 2026, as the date for the resumption of work by its members at local government secretariats across the state. The announcement was made in a letter requesting security protection from all security agencies, issued on Monday in Osogbo…
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NGO urges support for orphanage homes, donates items to Osogbo home
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A non-governmental organisation, Osun Country Club, has called on well-meaning Nigerians and institutions to support orphanage homes across Osun State. The appeal was made on Monday during the donation of food items and cash gifts worth millions of naira to the Our Lady of Fatimah Orphanage Home in Osogbo, the state capital. Speaking after the…
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Aiyedatiwa signs Ondo 2026 ‘Budget of Economic Consolidation’ into law
Ondo State Governor, Dr Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Monday signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill, tagged the Budget of Economic Consolidation, into law at the Executive Council Chamber of the Governor’s Office in Akure. The governor described the signing as more than a statutory requirement, saying it reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the progress, stability and sustainable development of Ondo State.…
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Okpebholo calls for deeper Edo-Italy cooperation as Italian envoy praises state’s peace, culture
Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has called for deeper collaboration between Edo State and Italy, describing cultural exchange as a viable platform for economic growth, mutual understanding and sustainable development. The governor made the call during a courtesy visit by the Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Italy in Abuja, Mr. Iacopo Foti, who was in the…
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Edun commends Lagos sports administration at Boxing Hall of Fame event
Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and President of the Nigerian Boxing Federation, Mr Wale Edun, has commended the Lagos State Government for the renewed momentum in sports administration, particularly in grassroots talent development. Edun gave the commendation on Boxing Day at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Indoor Sports Hall, Lagos, while speaking on the sidelines of the Lagos Boxing Hall of Fame (LBHF)…
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Oyo NUJ laments death of ace broadcaster Kola Oladapo
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has expressed sadness over the death of ace broadcaster Kola Oladapo, popularly known as Mr 9ice Guy. In a condolence statement jointly signed by the NUJ Chairman, Comrade Akeem Abas, and the Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the council said it received news of Oladapo’s passing with deep shock…
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Makinde inspects 30km Okaka–Otu–Igbojaiye–KAP Film Village road
By Adejayan Gbenga – Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has inspected the reconstruction of the 30-kilometre Okaka Junction–Otu–Igbojaiye–KAP Film Village Road in Itesiwaju Local Government Area. The governor expressed satisfaction with the quality of work and the pace of construction, noting that the project reflects his administration’s commitment to improving rural connectivity through durable road infrastructure. Makinde said the…
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Tinubu says Nigeria’s cultural heritage holds vast tourism potential at Eyo Festival
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has said that Nigeria’s rich cultural diversity and traditions offer enormous tourism potential that can be effectively harnessed for destination promotion. The president made the remarks on Saturday at the grand finale of the week-long 2025 Eyo Festival held at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, according to a statement issued by his spokesperson, Mr…
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2025 Remo Day: Akpabio urges unity for Ijebu-Remo State
President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has urged the people of Remoland to deepen unity and cooperation with their Ijebu kinsmen in pursuit of the proposed Ijebu-Remo State, stressing that harmony is critical to achieving the shared aspiration. Akpabio made the call at the 2025 Remo Day celebration held at the Akarigbo Pavilion in Sagamu, themed “One People, Diverse…
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