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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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Philanthropist calls for youth engagement to address criminality
By Boye Oyeyemi – A philanthropist, Senior High Chief Bibopere Ajube, has called on well-to-do Nigerians to support the government in carrying out empowerment programmes to get youth engaged in addressing criminalities in the society. Ajube said that the rising unemployment in the country will consume the nation if able individuals fail to support the government. Ajube said this at…
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Oba Ladoja charges newly promoted chiefs to embrace service over glamour
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has urged newly promoted chiefs to regard their elevation as a responsibility to serve the people rather than an avenue for displaying wealth or glamour. The monarch gave the advice on Friday during the promotion ceremony of seven senior chiefs in the Otun Olubadan line, held in Ibadan, Oyo…
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Cultural tourism key to economic growth, says Alaafin of Oyo
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has called for unity among all Yorubas to preserve and revive the cultural heritage and values of the race. Oba Owoade emphasised that cultural tourism could play a pivotal role in boosting Nigeria’s economy, offering a sustainable alternative to reliance on oil. According to…
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CSO demands creation of National Ransom & Victim Compensation Trust Fund
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A civil society organisation, People’s Against Corruption and Injustice (PACI) in Osun State, has called for the establishment of a National Ransom & Victim Compensation Trust Fund. The chairman of PACI, Comrade Olowu Emmanuel, in a statement made available to Western Post on Friday in Osogbo, stressed the urgent need for a practical response to…
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Oluwo denies bandit attack on Iwo–Osogbo road, demands evidence
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The paramount ruler of Iwoland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has stated that there was no incident of a bandit attack along the Iwo–Osogbo road, contrary to claims circulating online. In a statement issued on Friday, Oba Akanbi challenged anyone with evidence of such an attack to present it, describing the report as…
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S’West govs, senators, traditional rulers, others devise plan to tackle insecurity
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Governors of the South-West, senators, traditional rulers and other stakeholders have outlined a comprehensive strategy to address rising insecurity across the country. The measures were unveiled on Friday at the South-West Zonal National Security Summit, convened by the Senate in partnership with the Lagos State Government. The meeting is one of six being held simultaneously across…
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Eruku attack: Ekiti Rep warns constituents, urges heightened vigilance
A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Femi Bamisile, has asked residents of border communities in Ekiti to stay alert and work closely with security agencies following the recent attack in Eruku, Kwara State. He said the incident, which occurred in a town that shares close cultural and geographic ties with Ekiti, demands stronger cooperation with Governor Biodun Oyebanji…
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Edo govt, IOM unveil Uromi GBV Centre to strengthen protection for women, girls
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Coordinator in the Office of the Edo State First Lady, Mrs. Edesiri Anani, has stated that most victims of violent attacks are women, while the majority of perpetrators are men. She stressed the need to understand this gender pattern as a crucial step toward effective prevention and intervention, urging residents to educate themselves on the root…
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Local govt drives true progress- Jandor
The Lead Visioner of the Lagos4Lagos Movement and 2027 governorship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Olajide Adediran, popularly known as JANDOR, has commended the impressive work being carried out by local governments across the state, stressing that meaningful development must begin at the grassroots. Jandor made the remarks when he joined the APC Chairman in…
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