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Osun Gov’t mourns customs officer, family lost in house fire
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Osun State Government has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of Customs Officer Kabiru Tijani, his wife, and three of their children in a house fire at their residence in Ede, Osun State. The fire, whose cause remains unknown, broke out at the late Tijani’s home, claiming the lives of the officer, his wife,…
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Lagos compensates 204 residents with ₦1.5bn for acquired properties
By Adeola Ogunrinde Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has distributed cheques totaling over ₦1.5 billion to 204 residents whose properties were acquired for state development projects, including roads, schools, and other public infrastructure. Speaking during the cheque presentation ceremony on Tuesday, Sanwo-Olu emphasized the government’s commitment to honoring the sacrifices of property owners and fostering a better Lagos for all.…
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BREAKING: Gov. Sanwo-Olu signs Lagos Electricity Bill 2024 into law
With the resolute to address longstanding challenges in the energy sector, the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday signed the Lagos State Electricity Law 2024 into law. The mandate of the bill signed into law aimed to lay a robust foundation for economic growth, fostering industrial growth, improved quality of life, energy equity, economic prosperity, and environmental…
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Customs officer, wife, children, deceased in fire incident in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Tragedy struck early this morning when a fire claimed the lives of seven people, including a customs officer, Mr. Tijani Kabiru, his wife, and four of their children. The incident occurred at the Kabiru residence on Customs Tijani Kabiru Road in the Akankan area of Ede North Local Government, Osun State. The fire destroyed the building,…
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NSCDC reunites abducted student with family, parades suspected kidnapper
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) on Monday reunited Muhammed Fauziyah, a 400-level student of Kogi State University, Anyigba, with her family after her abduction. Addressing journalists at the Command headquarters in Ilorin, the State Commandant, Dr. Umar Mohammed, revealed that investigations showed Fauziyah was abducted outside the university…
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Why November salaries, bonuses, delayed for some workers — Commissioner explains
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Ministry of Finance has clarified that most state government workers have received their November salaries, with disbursement still ongoing for others. However, workers who have not completed their registration with the Kwara State Resident Registration Agency (KWSRRA) remain unpaid, as previously stipulated. In a statement issued on Monday in Ilorin, the Commissioner for…
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Lagos graduates 2,000 students, champions skill development
The Lagos State Government has celebrated the graduation of over 2,000 students from its five Government Technical Colleges, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to education and technology under Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration. The graduation ceremony, organized by the Lagos State Technical and Vocational Education Board (LASTVEB) at De-Blue Roof, Agidingbi, Ikeja, saw the students emerge as skilled professionals…
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2025: Oyo increases budget allocation for PLWDs by 70%
The Oyo State Government has increased the 2025 capital budgetary allocation for Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWDs) by over 70 per cent of what they received in 2024. Governor Seyi Makinde, disclosed this in Ibadan, during the celebration of the 2024 Stakeholders summit and International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Makinde, represented by his Deputy, Bayo Lawal spoke on how…
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Osun workers praise Adeleke, back 2026 re-election
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Workers in Osun State welcomed Governor Ademola Adeleke to his office on Monday, expressing their gratitude for the implementation of the new minimum wage. They declared that, come 2026, there would be no vacancy in the Osun Government House for opposition parties. The state government had signed an agreement with labor unions last week, approving a…
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Lagos Safety Commission, LASEPA intensify ‘No-Smoking’ advocacy campaign
The Lagos State Safety Commission (LSC) and the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) have launched an advocacy campaign to enforce the ban on smoking in public spaces. Director-General of LSC, Mr. Lanre Mojola, emphasized the health risks of indoor smoking, including lung cancer and respiratory diseases. Mojola highlighted the dangers of secondhand smoke in shared spaces like lounges and…
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