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Edo govt, UNICEF strengthen behavioural change systems through capacity workshop
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Edo State Government, in collaboration with UNICEF and other key stakeholders, has conducted a two-day capacity-building workshop for members of the Social and Behavioural Change (SBC) Committee to strengthen community-led interventions that promote the wellbeing of children and women across the state. Held at the John Odigie Oyegun Public Service Academy (JOOPSA) in Benin City, the…
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Edo strengthens child protection system with training on new alternative care guidelines
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Ogun State Project Manager of SOS Children’s Villages, Christopher Obasogie, says children placed in institutional care often face numerous challenges, including low self-esteem, lack of confidence, inadequate education and life skills, vulnerability to exploitation, and difficulty participating fully in society. He noted that alternative care is adopted only when parents are unable or unwilling to care…
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Dapo Abiodun visits Segun Awolowo’s mother, Abbah Folawiyo, commiserates with family
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, visited the mother of the late Segun Awolowo, Sisi Abbah Folawiyo, to commiserate with her over the death of her only child in Lagos. Segun, the first grandson of the late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, former Premier of the Western Region, died during the week. Governor Abiodun described Segun’s death as a huge loss to the…
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Nigeria needs more leaders like Olanipekun, says Gov. Oyebanji
By Boye Oyeyemi – Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, has hailed legal icon Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN) for his sustained commitment to empowering students, widows and other vulnerable groups through his annual scholarship and support programmes. The Governor, who spoke at the 29th Wole Olanipekun Scholarship Scheme and 6th Empowerment Programme in Ikere-Ekiti on Saturday, described the former NBA President…
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AFUED debunks report linking graduates to Gombe-bound fatal crash
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo, has refuted viral claims that some of its graduates posted to Gombe for NYSC were involved in a fatal accident. In a statement signed by Olatuyi O. A. (Mrs), the Director of Information and Public Relations, the institution said the reports caused panic after spreading widely on social media…
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Ojodu youths unveil first soilless farm harvest, earn Odunmbaku’s support
By Adeola Ogunrinde Youths from the Ojodu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) on Tuesday presented the first harvest from their hydroponics farm to the chairman, Hon. David Olusegun Odunmbaku. The presentation followed their completion of the Soilless Farming Training Programme at the renowned Soilless FarmLab, an initiative sponsored by the chairman as part of his youth empowerment agenda. The produce…
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Aiyedatiwa reiterates safety of corps members
By Boye Oyeyemi – Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare and safety of National Youth Service Corps members deployed to the state. Speaking at the swearing-in of the 2025 Batch C corps members in Ikare Akoko, the governor announced the approval of a 216-bed hostel for the NYSC permanent orientation camp. He…
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Ekiti monarch okays World Iyan Carnival
By Boye Oyeyemi, Ado-Ekiti – The Ogoga of Ikere Ekiti, His Royal Majesty Oba Adejimi Adu, has officially endorsed the World Iyan Carnival, a cultural event aimed at promoting Ekiti’s heritage and boosting tourism. Oba Adu, who also serves as Chairman of the Traditional Council of Obas in Ekiti State, gave his support during a courtesy visit by the carnival…
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Governor Sanwo-Olu commissions 233 low-cost housing units in Eti-Osa LGA
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday inaugurated a 233-unit modern housing scheme in the Abraham Adesanya area of Eti-Osa Local Government Area The project, delivered through a Public–Private Partnership (PPP) with Urban Shelter Limited, comprises blocks of flats and terraces aimed at providing affordable housing for low-income families. Governor Sanwo-Olu stated that his administration’s housing…
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Sanwo-Olu unveils 233-unit housing estate in Eti-Osa, expands Lagos home supply
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday commissioned a new 233-unit housing scheme in the Abraham Adesanya area of Eti-Osa, further expanding Lagos State’s housing stock. The modern residential project comprising blocks of flats and terrace units was delivered through a Public Private Partnership (PPP) between the Lagos State Government and Urban Shelter Limited. Sanwo-Olu…
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