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Oyo Government to establish airstrip in Igbeti, Otu
In order to strengthen security and improve surveillance efforts in the state, Oyo State Governor Engr. Seyi Makinde has announced plans to build an airfield with aircraft security equipment in Igbeti and Otu towns, respectively. He also promised that additional Amotekun corps will be recruited to bolster the state security force. The governor disclosed these during the passing out parade…
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Kwara commissioner condemns sanitation violations by motorists
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Commissioner for Environment, Nafisat Buge, has criticized some commercial motor parks for violating the state’s sanitation laws by operating during designated sanitation hours. She urged them to respect the laws and called on residents across the state to strictly adhere to the sanitation regulations. The monthly sanitation exercise, held on Saturday across all…
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CDHR condemns police brutality against NSCDC personnel in Osun
…calls for immediate action By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Committee for the Defense of Human Rights (CDHR), Osun State chapter, has called on the Police Service Commission (PSC) to address unethical practices by members of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) that allegedly resulted in affray, assault, battery, and the unlawful detention of a Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)…
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BREAKING: Fire guts section of Lagos Blue Line
A fire outbreak has occurred on a small section of the Lagos Blue Line track at a spot opposite the NEPA Station, near the Eko Bridge, in the Apogbon area of Lagos State. According to a post by Gboyega Akosile, the spokesman for the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on his X.com handle @gboyegakosile, the incident occurred at 4:12…
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Osun: Police clash with NSCDC officer in estate, residents injured
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo A violent confrontation erupted between police officers and a Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) officer in Elizabeth Estate, Osogbo, Osun State, on Wednesday, resulting in injuries to residents and the detention of the NSCDC officer. The incident occurred after officers from the Ataoja Police Division were reportedly denied entry to the estate due to…
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Ijeja-Igbore link bridge to be completed in November-Abiodun
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has assured residents along the Ijeja-Igbore road in the Abeokuta South Local Government Area that the link bridge between the two communities will be fully completed and operational by the end of November 2024. Governor Abiodun made this announcement during an on-site assessment of the ongoing construction work on the bridge. While addressing the…
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Abiodun promises state-of-the-art facilities for national sports festival
…as Ogun speeds up preparation The Ogun State Government has stated that preparations are in top gear for the 2024 National Sports Festival Games to be hosted by the State in January 2025. Speaking after inspecting the ongoing renovation of facilities at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Kuto, and the Ijeja Sports Centre, all in Abeokuta, the State Governor, Prince Dapo…
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Kwara State Executive Council applauds governor for healthcare, social protection initiatives
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Executive Council received extensive updates on the primary healthcare system’s progress and challenges, alongside the government’s recent social protection initiatives. These briefings underscored the administration’s commitment to advancing healthcare access and community support across the state. Dr. Nusirat Elelu, Executive Secretary of the Primary Health Care Development Agency, outlined notable improvements achieved under…
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Lagos: Gov Sanwo-Olu extends building permit amnesty to year-end
…launches new physical planning barcode Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has extended the amnesty period for existing buildings without a Planning Permit until December 31, 2024. The announcement came during the Lagos Physical Planning Summit held at Eko Hotel and Suites, marking the second extension since the initial 90-day amnesty, which ran from May 2 to July 30, 2024, and was…
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Lagos unveils campaign targeting hypertension, obesity, diabetes
…says 8.67 million residents affected The Lagos State government has disclosed that approximately 8.67 million residents are living with hypertension, signaling a major public health challenge. Commissioner for Health, Prof. Akin Abayomi, made the announcement during a press briefing on Friday, launching a state-wide campaign to promote awareness and management of hypertension and diabetes under the theme “Know Your Numbers…
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