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Alaafin of Oyo congratulates Ooni on 10th coronation anniversary
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has congratulated the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi Ojaja II, on his 10th coronation anniversary. In a statement issued on Sunday by his Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, the Alaafin said he was delighted to join other Yoruba traditional rulers, as…
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Kwara’s junior debate champions advance at global tournament in Malaysia
By Oluwatoyin Hawal Momolosho – Kwara State’s acclaimed Junior Debate Team has surged into the second round of the 2025 International Debate Championships in Malaysia, once again carrying Nigeria’s flag with remarkable confidence and skill. Led by Professor Sheu AbdulRaheem Adaramaja, Chairman of the Kwara State Universal Basic Education Board, the young debaters are gearing up for an intense showdown…
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Oyintiloye raises alarm over deplorable Ibadan–Gbongan road
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has raised the alarm over the worsening state of the Ibadan–Gbongan road, describing it as a death trap. Speaking with newsmen on Sunday in Osogbo, Oyintiloye, a member of the defunct Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), said the road linking Oyo, Osun…
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Hundreds of young athletes shine at Lagos Kids Mini-Marathon 2025
The Lagos Kids Mini-Marathon 2025, a flagship sporting initiative that continues to set the standard for children’s athletics in Nigeria, was held today at Orange Island, Ikoyi, drawing hundreds of young participants who showcased remarkable determination and athletic skill. The marathon featured age-appropriate competitions, including 1K walks and 1.5K runs for children aged 4-5 years, 3K runs for ages 6-12,…
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LASG boosts food security, distributes mechanised tools to 2,000 farmers
The Lagos State Government has taken a major step toward strengthening food security by distributing modern agricultural tools, essential farm inputs, and financial support to farmers across nine sites participating in the National Programme for Food Security (NPFS). The Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Ms. Abisola Olusanya, said the initiative reflects the State’s commitment to modernising agricultural practices and…
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Akoko Youth Forum elects new leaders as Comrade Pius Kole emerges president
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Akoko Youth Forum, a socio-cultural and non-partisan youth organisation in Ondo State, has elected Comrade Pius Kole as its new president after a peaceful and competitive election held over the weekend, where he secured 54 votes to defeat Adurewa Vincent, who garnered 22 votes. Delegates from the four local government areas of Akoko participated in…
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Police report full compliance with presidential ban on VIP escorts in Lagos
The Nigeria Police Force has reported full compliance with President Bola Tinubu’s directive prohibiting the deployment of police personnel for VIP escort and guard duties, following a statewide monitoring operation conducted in Lagos on Saturday. According to a statement signed by the force public relations officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, the enforcement team—set up by the force headquarters to ensure strict…
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Ondo govt revives “Mare” festival, rolls out massive tourism reform agenda
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Ondo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Afolabi Adesoji, has announced a major employment initiative approved by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa through the recruitment of Cultural and Tourism Officers into the Ministry. He added that once the Tourism Bill—currently in its formative stage—receives final legislative approval, it is projected to create over 400 direct jobs and 900…
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Police reaffirm ban on fireworks in Ekiti ahead of yuletide
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ekiti State Police Command has reiterated that the ban on fireworks remains in force as the festive season draws closer. This was contained in a statement issued on Friday in Ado Ekiti by the command’s spokesperson, SP Sunday Abutu. The command warned that the use, sale or public display of fireworks would lead to arrest…
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Governor Adeleke relaxes 24-hour curfew on Igbajo to 10 hours
— orders security personnel to remain on 24-hour guard, surveillance By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has relaxed the 24-hour curfew imposed on Igbajo in Boluwaduro Local Government Area of the state to a 10-hour daily curfew. The governor said the adjustment, which takes immediate effect, follows the gradual return of peace and order to the…
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