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Lagos moves to ban illegal interstate parks, enforces new accreditation standards
The Lagos State government has announced a new crackdown on illegal interstate parks across the state. In a press briefing on Friday, Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Seun Osiyemi, disclosed that only government-accredited interstate parks will be allowed to operate, as part of the state’s efforts to streamline transportation and ensure passenger safety. According to Osiyemi, the state’s move is aimed…
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Don advocates for increased funding in molecular research, training
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Professor Foluke Sola-Ojo of the Department of Animal Production, University of Ilorin, has called for greater funding to support research and training in molecular studies for animal geneticists in Nigeria, emphasizing the need for high-quality research that meets global standards. She made these statements during the 268th Inaugural Lecture titled “The Beauty and Beast in Genetic…
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GDSS Gaa-Akanbi wins grand prize in KWIRS Tax Quiz Competition
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Government Day Secondary School (GDSS) Gaa-Akanbi emerged victorious in the 2024 Kwara Internal Revenue Service (KWIRS) Tax Quiz Club Competition, winning the N2.5 million grand prize at the event held in Ilorin on Thursday. Govt. Secondary School Lafiagi claimed second place with a prize of N1.5 million, while Eucharistic Heart of Jesus Model College, Ilorin, secured…
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LASG prioritizes health security as experts advocate for investment, public awareness
The 10th African Conference on One Health and Biosecurity saw prominent voices, including former Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola, Health Commissioner Prof. Akin Abayomi, and GET Consortium’s COO Dr. Ayodotun Bobadoye, calling for urgent actions to strengthen health systems across the continent. Gathering at the Oriental Hotel in Lekki, Lagos, the event highlighted the need for robust public health investments…
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Oyetola distributes fertilizer to farmers in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has distributed hundreds of bags of fertilizer to farmers across Osun State. The event took place on Thursday at the Tinubu Shettima Campaign Office in Osogbo. Representing Oyetola, former Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Dayo Adewole, underscored the government’s commitment to agricultural development, highlighting the…
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Late Lagbaja: Osun declares three-day mourning, flags fly half-mast
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has declared a three-day mourning period in honor of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja. Throughout this period, flags will be flown at half-mast across the state. Condolence registers have also been opened at the Government House and Governor’s Office to allow the people of Osun to…
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Ekiti eyes 130 MW power generation, says Gov.
Following power shortage, the Ekiti State Governor, Mr. Biodun Oyebanji on Thursday revealed plans of the state to generate 130 Megawatts (MW) of electricity in a move to meet its 120MW demand. The governor in a tweet on X stated that , “Currently, Ekiti receives approximately 20-25 MW from the national grid, which falls short of our estimated requirement of…
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Kwara temporarily shuts down Harmony Transport for overhaul, modernization
…workers to receive full exit benefits as restructuring takes effect By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Government has announced a temporary shutdown of Harmony Transport Services Ltd (HTSL), popularly known as Kwara Express, in a bid to rejuvenate its transport sector. The closure marks the start of an extensive restructuring process aimed at revitalizing the company’s operations and aligning…
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Boxing: Ilorin anticipates excitement for Emirate Pan-African title clash
By Tosin Omojola Ilorin, the capital of Kwara State, is set to host the Yucateco Emirate Pan-African boxing title contest, stirring excitement across the city and beyond. This event, the first of its kind in Kwara State, will take place on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at the Emir’s Palace, scheduled to start at 3 p.m. The contest is organized in…
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Kwara: Police arrest suspects in brutal murder of motorcyclist
…warn against vigilante actions and fake news By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Police Command has announced the arrest of suspects linked to the horrific murder of Rafiu Akao, a 34-year-old motorcyclist found decapitated in the Asunlere area of Oke-Oyi, Kwara State. The Commissioner of Police, Victor Olaiya, disclosed details of the crime and issued warnings about misinformation and…
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