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Yoruba leaders reject Sharia law in Southwest Nigeria
A coalition of Yoruba groups and leaders has vehemently opposed the introduction of Sharia law in Yoruba territories, calling it a “grand illusion” and a threat to the region’s longstanding tradition of religious harmony and cultural inclusivity. In a statement issued by over 30 organizations representing artisans, workers, professionals, students, traders, and self-determination groups across Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo,…
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We are solidly behind Speaker Meranda- Lagos Lawmakers
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have said they are solidly united behind Speaker Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, saying the removal of Hon. Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker stands. The lawmakers made this known in a statement issued on Saturday by Hon. Stephen Ogundipe on behalf of the House. They said the position canvassed by Obasa during his address to…
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Osun Amotekun Corps recruits 1,000 personnel, offers diverse job opportunities
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Osun Amotekun Corps has announced a recruitment drive for 1,000 new personnel, offering a variety of positions to build a robust and diverse team. The available roles include Regular Officers, Intelligence Officers, Artisans, Herbalists, Islamic Clerics, and Pastors. In a jointly signed statement, the Board Chairman, AIG Wale Abass (rtd.), and the Corps Commander, Dr.…
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Osun 2026: APC warns members against divisive politics
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has cautioned members to avoid actions that could tarnish the party’s image due to personal interests. In a statement issued by the APC Chairman in Osun State, Sooko Tajudeen Lawal, through the party’s Director of Media and Information, Mogaji Kola Olabisi, the chairman expressed concern…
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Due process was not followed in my removal- Ex-speaker Obasa
The ousted speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, on Saturday said due process was not followed in his removal as Speaker. It would be recalled that Obasa was removed by 32 out of the 40 members of the assembly on January 13, 2025. The lawmakers accused him of misconduct, abuse of power and…
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Obasa to land in Lagos Saturday
The ousted Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Mudashiru Obasa may return to the State from Abuja on Saturday (Today). It would be recalled that Obasa was impeached on January 13, 2025 by 32 lawmakers who alleged him of gross misconduct, abuse of power and high-handedness. The lawmakers immediately elected Rt (Hon) Mojisola Lasbat Meranda as the…
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Oyo Govt signs N16bn contract for construction of 68km road project
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Oyo State Government, through the State Rural Access and Agricultural Marketing Project (Oyo RAAMP), has signed a contract agreement worth N16,273,711,608.09 for the construction of approximately 68km of rural roads under Phase 1 of the intervention project. According to a statement signed by the State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, on Friday,…
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LASG shuts Oshodi pedestrian bridge over structural defect
The Lagos State Government has ordered the immediate closure of the pedestrian bridge connecting Oshodi Bus Terminals 2 and 3, raising alarms over the bridge’s safety and structural integrity. Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Oluwaseun Osiyemi, issued the order in a statement released on Friday, expressing concerns about the bridge’s condition. “The order also mandated the contractor responsible for the initial…
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Southern governors forum commiserates with Gov. Makinde over brother’s passing
Chairman of the Southern Governors Forum and Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commiserated with the Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, over the loss of his elder brother, Engineer Sunday Makinde, who died on Friday, January 24 at the age of 65 years. In a statement issued in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Friday, Governor Abiodun said the…
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