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Ekiti community protests alleged plot to impose monarch
By Boye Oyeyemi – Tension is rising in Ijesa-Isu Ekiti, Ikole Local Government Area, over claims that Mr David Oluwasegun Ateji is being imposed as the community’s next monarch. Residents alleged that traditional procedures for selecting a new Obanla are being influenced by “some political actors,” threatening the peace and unity of the town. The community accused Governor Biodun Oyebanji,…
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Ekiti: Supreme Court dismisses Aderemi’s appeal over Alara stool
The Supreme Court has brought an end to the 16-year legal battle over the Alara of Aramoko-Ekiti throne, dismissing an appeal filed by Prince Segun Aderemi challenging the enthronement of the late Oba Adegoke Olu-Adeyemi. In a judgment delivered on Friday by Justice Idris Mohammed on behalf of four other justices, the apex court held that the appeal lacked merit.…
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Ekiti residents seek help as school roof damages four houses
By Boye Oyeyemi – Residents of the Agric-Olope area in Ado Ekiti have appealed to Governor Biodun Oyebanji for urgent intervention after the roof of St. Francis Catholic Nursery and Primary School was blown off by a rainstorm, damaging nearby buildings. The incident, which occurred during a heavy downpour, affected four houses and left the occupants stranded. The victims said…
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Ondo governor flags off construction of 8.8km Akure–Ijare Road
Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Thursday flagged off the construction of the 8.8-kilometre Akure–Ijare Road, describing the project as a fulfilment of his administration’s promise to deliver tangible development across the state. The flag-off took place at Ikota Junction in Ijare, Ifedore Local Government Area. Governor Aiyedatiwa said his administration measures governance by visible improvements in the lives…
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Awujale Race: Fusengbuwa Ruling House disowns KWAM 1’s ancestry documentation
The Fusengbuwa Ruling House of Ijebu-Ode has formally rejected the lineage claim submitted by Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, popularly known as KWAM 1, declaring the linkage form he filed for the Awujale selection process “null, void, and of no consequence.” In a letter dated December 11, 2025, which has since gone viral on social media, the ruling house stated…
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Lagos govt reaffirms commitment to transparency, accountability in public service
The Permanent Secretary, Office of Internal Audit (OIA), Mrs Monsurat Titilope Alaka, has reaffirmed the Lagos State Government’s commitment to strengthening transparency and accountability across all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), while emphasising the crucial role of internal auditors in safeguarding public resources and strengthening governance systems. Addressing auditors in the state public service during her maiden meeting with them,…
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Sanwo-Olu reaffirms commitment to safer Lagos at 19th Security Town Hall Meeting
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to building a safer Lagos, calling for stronger collaboration between government, security agencies, and residents. He made the pledge on Thursday at the 19th Annual Town Hall Meeting on Security organised by the Lagos State Security Trust Fund (LSSTF) in Victoria Island. Speaking on the theme “Building…
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Lagos targets global standards with overhaul of public service rules
By Folashade Olorunfemi As part of efforts to ensure that the Lagos State Public Service Rules (2025) evolve into a collaborative framework that reflects the aspirations of a modern, professional, and globally competitive public service, the Lagos State Government has held a sensitisation session for key stakeholders and public servants in Ikeja. Speaking at the session on the drafted rules,…
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Residents march for justice over 2022 murder of young lady in Ekiti
By Boye Oyeyemi – Residents of Olorunsogo community in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, staged a remembrance march on Wednesday, calling for justice over the 2022 murder of Felicia Oluwadare. Speaking to newsmen, community leader Obembe Olanrewaju said Felicia, daughter of Mr Timothy and Mrs Folasade Oluwadare, was abducted alongside her mother on 21 November 2022 while travelling on the Lagos–Ibadan…
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Oyo govt approves ₦18bn Saki–Ogboro–Igboho road
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Oyo State Government has approved a fresh wave of infrastructural projects as part of its continued drive to complete key developments before the end of Governor Seyi Makinde’s second term. Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, disclosed the decisions in a statement issued after the State Executive Council meeting held on Tuesday in Ibadan. Oyelade…
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