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Oluremi Tinubu empowers 250 elderly persons in Ekiti
By Boye Oyeyemi – The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Tuesday provided financial support to 250 elderly persons in Ekiti State under the Renewed Hope Initiative Social Investment Programme. Tinubu, who was represented by the Ekiti State First Lady, Olayemi Oyebanji, presented ₦200,000 each to the beneficiaries at the Ekiti State Government House in Ado-Ekiti as part…
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Oyo govt announces 2025 conversion exam for junior officers
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Oyo State Government has announced that over 250 junior officers will sit for the 2025 Conversion Examination for clerical and allied staff. The Commissioner for Establishments and Training, Prof. Salihu Adelabu, said the examination is scheduled for Friday, December 19, 2025, at the Simeon Adebo Staff Development Centre, Secretariat, Ibadan, starting at 9:00 a.m. Eligible…
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Governor Makinde to commission Ibadan Circular Road in February
Adejayan Gbenga – Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has announced that the first phase of the Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road, covering 32 kilometres, will be commissioned in February 2026. The announcement was made during the unveiling of the official logo for the state’s 50th anniversary celebrations at the State Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan. Governor Makinde thanked individuals and groups who…
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Sanwo-Olu seeks private sector partnership to tackle Lagos housing deficit
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has said strong collaboration between government and the private sector is critical to bridging the housing deficit in Lagos, stressing that affordable and sustainable housing cannot be delivered by government alone. Sanwo-Olu made this known on Tuesday at the 6th Lagos Real Estate Marketplace Conference organised by the Lagos State Real Estate Regulatory…
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Traditional, religious leaders urged to spearhead end to FGM in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Traditional rulers and religious leaders in Osun State have been urged to take the lead in ending Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), with stakeholders warning that the practice is harmful, unnecessary and unsupported by culture, religion or law. They stressed that strong community leadership is critical to protecting girls from the physical, emotional and social consequences…
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Yuletide: Abiodun urges Ogun residents to stay vigilant, embrace unity, compassion
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has urged residents of the state to remain vigilant, security-conscious, and proactive during the yuletide season to ensure a peaceful, safe, and joyous celebration. The governor also reminded the people that the true essence of Christmas lies in giving, selflessness, and service to humanity, stressing that the season goes beyond the profession of faith…
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Ekiti electoral commission fixes date for council polls
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ekiti State Independent Electoral Commission has fixed Saturday, December 12, 2026, for the conduct of local government and local council development area elections in the state. The date was announced in guidelines released by the commission and made available to journalists on Tuesday. The guidelines were signed by the Chairman of EKSIEC, Justice Cornelius Akintayo…
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APC elders laud Oyebanji over airport inauguration in Ekiti
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ekiti APC Elders’ Forum has congratulated Governor Biodun Oyebanji on the inauguration of the state’s first Agro-Allied and Commercial International Airport in Ado-Ekiti. The group, in a statement issued on Tuesday, described the project as a landmark achievement for the state. The statement was signed by the Chairman of the forum, Gabriel Oni, and its…
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Aiyedatiwa takes governance to grassroots, begins statewide tour
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to inclusive development, improved service delivery, and policies aimed at enhancing the welfare, security and economic opportunities of residents across the state. He made the affirmation at the commencement of his statewide tour of the 18 local government areas, undertaken to express appreciation to…
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Governor Sanwo-Olu rewards 170 Lagos civil servants for excellence
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has urged public servants to maintain dedication, commitment, and consistency in discharging their duties efficiently. He made the remarks on Monday at the 2025 Outstanding Officers of Lagos State Public Service awards, which recognised staff across Ministries, Departments, Agencies, Local Governments, and Council Development Areas of the State. The governor encouraged the officers…
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