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Oyo sets up committee to harmonise residents’ concerns on 110km Circular Road
By Adejayan Gbenga – Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has set up a committee to harmonise residents’ concerns with government plans for the 110-kilometre Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road project. The committee, which has begun work, has promised to review all issues raised by property owners with fairness and objectivity. The committee comprises representatives of affected communities, Ibadan Mogajis from…
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Traditional intelligence key to fighting terrorism, says Alaafin of Oyo
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has said that traditional intelligence is key to strengthening Nigeria’s fight against terrorism. In a statement issued by his spokesman, Bode Durojaiye, on Thursday, he called for the urgent integration of traditional institutions and native intelligence into Nigeria’s National Counter-Terrorism Strategy. The monarch noted that lasting security…
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Land grabbing: Edo vows justice for dispossessed owners, begins review of past acquisitions
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling the issue of land grabbing across the state, particularly cases where land was unjustly taken from rightful owners during the previous administration, in a bid to restore justice and fairness. This assurance was given by the Commissioner for Lands and Housing, Hon. Yakubu Musa, while addressing affected…
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“We’re ready to deliver”: Edo works commissioner unveils plan to tackle potholes
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Edo State Commissioner for Works, Hon. Felix Akhabue, has assured that the ministry is fully prepared to deliver lasting road solutions as quickly as possible, expressing concern over the deteriorating condition of roads in the state capital and appealed for residents’ cooperation. Akhabue made the remarks during a press interview in his office in Benin City,…
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Lagos govt urges Trade Fair Complex to utilise building permit amnesty
By Adeola Ogunrinde – The Lagos State Government has urged the management of the Trade Fair Complex to take advantage of the ongoing Planning Permit Amnesty for existing buildings without approval. The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr Oluyinka Olumide, gave the advice on Tuesday in Alausa, Ikeja. He noted that several Federal Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, including…
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Obasa calls for accountability as Lagos Assembly begins budget retreat
The Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has urged lawmakers to ensure that the 2026 Appropriation Bill truly reflects the needs and priorities of Lagos residents, emphasizing that public office is meaningful only when it delivers real impact. Obasa made the call on Wednesday while delivering his welcome address at the Assembly’s three-day retreat…
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Osun leading in good governance delivery, says Adeleke
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Thursday marked the third anniversary of his administration, stating that the state has become a national reference point in the delivery of good governance and democratic dividends. In a state broadcast, Adeleke said Osun has recorded substantial progress across critical sectors despite the governance challenges met in 2022. He…
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Okpebholo inspects key Benin projects, vows faster urban renewal delivery
Edo State Governor, Sen. Monday Okpebholo, on Wednesday embarked on an unscheduled inspection of key infrastructure projects in Benin City, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to fast-tracking the state’s urban renewal agenda. The governor first visited the ongoing Ramat Park Flyover project before proceeding to a flood-prone community nearby, where residents trooped out to appreciate the state government’s swift intervention in…
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COREN cracks down on substandard steel in Ilorin
By Oluwatoyin Hawal Momolosho – The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), Kwara State Chapter, has intensified its campaign against the sale of substandard steel in Ilorin, warning dealers to adhere strictly to engineering standards. The enforcement exercise was carried out by the State Technical Committee on Engineering Regulation Monitoring (STC-ERM), led by its chairman, Engr Bashiru…
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Lagos Film Board reaffirms world-class vision at 5th Stakeholders’ Conference
The Lagos State Film and Video Censors Board (LSFVCB) has hosted its fifth Stakeholders’ Conference, reiterating its commitment to transforming the agency into a world-class regulator and enabler of the creative sector. Speaking at the event on Wednesday, the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, said the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu remains committed to empowering the…
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