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Ex-governor Ladoja loses wife
Former Oyo State governor, Chief Rasheed Ladoja’s wife, Tinuade Ladoja has died. She passed away on Monday morning after a brief illness. She was 71 years old. Media aide to Chief Ladoja, Adeola Oloko, confirmed the development. Olukoya Benjamin, Head of the Media unit of Celestial Church of Christ, Ikeja Parish 1 Cathedral, where she worshipped, said Tinuade was taken…
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Abiodun approves N77,000 as minimum wage in Ogun
…takes immediate effect Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has approved the sum of N77,000 as the minimum wage for the lowest worker in the state, and the payment takes immediate effect. This decision was revealed after a meeting of the State Government led by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr. Tokunbo Talabi, and the leadership of the…
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No casualties recorded in Orile-Iganmu building collapse, says LASG
Reacting to the two-storey building at 20 Amusu Street, Baale Bus Stop, Orile-Iganmu, collapse on Monday, October 14, 2024, the Lagos State Commissioner, Information & Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso has revealed that no casualties were recorded as the building had been evacuated two weeks before the incident after being marked for demolition by authorities. According to the Lagos State Building Control Agency…
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Collection of PVCs at ward, LG levels in Ondo commences on Thursday
Ahead of the governorship election in Ondo State, the Independent National Electoral Commission has announced that the collection of the Permanent voters’ card by registered voters will commence on Thursday, October 17, 2024. The INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Sam Olumekun, announced this in a statement on Monday. The Ondo governorship election is scheduled for…
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Oluwo of Iwoland claims ‘imperial’ status, sparks controversy
The Oluwo of Iwoland, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has sparked a fresh debate on traditional titles in Nigeria by insisting he be addressed as “His Imperial Majesty” rather than the commonly used “His Royal Majesty.” In a statement posted on his Facebook page on Sunday, Oba Akanbi defended this unusual request by highlighting the unique status of his stool in Yoruba…
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OGSG warns NURTW against breakdown of law and order
…threatens to restrict Union activities The Ogun State Government has warned members of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) against any move that could lead to the breakdown of law and order in the state. The government said it would not fold its arms and allow the peaceful atmosphere existing in the state to be threatened by any…
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NSCDC foils robbery, recovers stolen vehicle in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Osun State successfully foiled a robbery attack and recovered a stolen vehicle from fleeing robbers at Onibu-Eja community, along the Iwo-Ibadan road in Osun State. In a statement issued by the NSCDC spokesperson, ASC Kehinde Adeleke, on behalf of the state commandant, Michael Adaralewa, it was reported…
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Obasa urges lawmakers to strengthen legislative oversight at budget retreat
Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, has called on lawmakers to strengthen the legislative arm of government to ensure better governance in the future. He made the appeal on Sunday during the opening of a three-day budget retreat for lawmakers and staff of the House. The event, themed “Optimising the Legislature’s Power of the Purse for…
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Governor Aiyedatiwa announces N73,000 minimum wage for Ondo workers
The Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has announced the implementation of N73,000 minimum wage for workers in the State He made the announcement Saturday during the flag off of the senatorial district campaign ahead of the November 16 Governorship election. The Governor said despite the fact that the federal government approved N70,000 as the new minimum wage, Ondo will…
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Excitement as Lagos fitness enthusiasts win Sanwo-Olu Lagos Active Challenge prizes
Jubilation swept through Lagos as fitness enthusiasts celebrated their victories in the Sanwo-Olu Lagos Active Challenge, an initiative aimed at promoting active lifestyles and well-being among residents. Organized by the Lagos State Sports Commission, the monthly fitness competition encourages Lagosians to engage in endurance and strength-building activities, with participants receiving exciting prizes for their efforts. The October edition of the…
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