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Oluremi Tinubu, governors storm Ogun for food bank launch
Governors from across the country, First Ladies and other dignitaries will converge on Ogun State on Tuesday for the zonal launch of the National Community Food Bank Programme, featuring the distribution of food items to vulnerable and indigent residents of the state. The programme, which will commence at Makun, Sagamu, is expected to attract major stakeholders from across the country…
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Ibis opens new 120-room hotel in Lagos as government calls for patronage of local suppliers
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has commissioned a newly constructed 120-room Ibis Hotel in Lekki Phase I, describing the investment as a demonstration of investors’ confidence in the state. Sanwo-Olu, represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, said the hotel’s opening reflected confidence in Lagos, Nigeria’s economy and the capacity of local investors to develop facilities that…
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Alaafin urges Yoruba diaspora to reconnect with cultural, spiritual roots
By Adejayan Gbenga The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has urged Yoruba people in the diaspora to reconnect with their cultural and spiritual roots, saying returning home could strengthen their identity and promote spiritual self-rediscovery. The monarch made the call at the grand finale of the 2026 World Sango Festival held at the ancient Alaafin’s Palace in…
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Olubadan nominates three Mogajis for vacant positions
By Adejayan Gbenga The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has nominated three Mogajis to fill vacant positions in the Ibadan traditional chieftaincy hierarchy following the death of a high chief and other title holders. The nominations were approved after consultations between the monarch and members of the Olubadan-in-Council, according to a statement issued on Monday by the Administrative Secretary,…
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Ekiti prophet urges Nigerian leaders to serve with integrity
By Boye Oyeyemi The Founder of Holy Trinity Authority Prophetic Church, Ekiti, Prophet James Omitade, has charged Nigerian leaders at all levels to shun personal interests and commit themselves to genuine service to the people. Omitade said the country’s progress depended largely on the character, sincerity and accountability of those entrusted with public offices. The cleric, who spoke on responsible…
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Police seek help to find missing 19-year-old in Ekiti
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ekiti State Police Command has launched a search for a 19-year-old woman, Happiness Damdam, who reportedly went missing after leaving her residence on August 10, 2026. Damdam was said to have left home at about 4 p.m. that day for an undisclosed destination but had yet to return as of Sunday, despite efforts by her family…
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Edo govt deepens collaboration with market leaders on environmental sanitation
By Olatomiwa Osho The Edo State Ministry of Environment and Sustainability has strengthened its collaboration with market leaders and women to improve environmental sanitation and promote cleaner, healthier markets across the state. Commissioner for Environment and Sustainability, Nosa Adams, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Edith Ebomoyi, received the delegation and commended market leaders, popularly known as iyekis, for their…
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Edo govt takes clean environment campaign to Aduwawa market, rewards cleanliness
The Edo State Waste Management Board (EWMB), in collaboration with the EWMB Academy, has taken its environmental awareness campaign to Aduwawa Market in Uhunmwode Local Government Area of the state, reinforcing the state government’s commitment to promoting cleaner, healthier and more environmentally responsible communities. The Managing Director of EWMB, Amb. Lucky Enehita-Inegbenehi, said the outreach was part of the EWMB…
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LASBCA mobilises stakeholders for safe built environment
The Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) has called for stronger collaboration among government, professionals, property owners, developers and other stakeholders to ensure a safer and more compliant built environment in Lagos State. The call was made at a Community Sensitisation and Stakeholders’ Engagement on the Certified Accreditors Programme (CAP) and the new Lagos State Government Insurance Policy, held at…
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Governor Abiodun revives Buhari Estate, delivers 108 housing units
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has rescued the President Muhammadu Buhari Estate in Abeokuta from possible forfeiture and transformed the stalled project into a 108-unit residential community. Located along the Abeokuta-Sagamu Expressway, the estate is scheduled for commissioning on Tuesday by the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. The project was inherited by the Abiodun administration in a largely undeveloped…
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