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Okpebholo appoints Elabor DG Edo State Tourism Agency
By Folashade Olorunfemi The Edo State Government has announced the governor’s approval of Mrs.Vivian Elabor’s appointment as the Director General of Edo State Tourism Agency. This announcement was made on Tuesday, in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, who recalled Mrs. Elabor’s commitment to service while acting in different capacities across the states…
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Makinde explains inclusion of opposition figures in Oyo @50 Anniversary Planning Committee
By Adejayan Gbenga – Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has explained the rationale behind appointing members of opposition parties into the newly inaugurated Oyo State @50 Anniversary Planning Committee, emphasizing that his administration values competence and unity above political differences. Speaking during the inauguration ceremony held at the Executive Council Chamber, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, Governor Makinde said the 50th anniversary…
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JUST IN: Ondo workers receive annual leave bonus
By Boye Oyeyemi – Ondo State workers have begun receiving their 2025 leave bonus following approval from Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, who also cleared arrears of pension and hazard allowances for health workers in the state. The approval came after a crucial meeting between top government officials and the state leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Joint Negotiating…
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Sanwo-Olu commissions housing units in Badagry, names estate after late Sunny Ajose
By Adeola Ogunrinde – Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday inaugurated 420 modern housing units at the Ajara Housing Estate in Badagry, Lagos State. The governor named the newly inaugurated estate after the late former Head of Service, Sunny Akinsanya Ajose, who was also a prominent leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Sanwo-Olu disclosed that his administration had delivered 24…
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Gateway International Airport, one of the best – Housing Minister
…ACOMORAN boss, passengers laud facility Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa, has commended the quality of facilities at the Gateway International Airport, describing the airport as one of the best in the country. Fielding questions from newsmen after touching down at the airport on a Valuejet commercial flight from Abuja, the minister lauded Governor Dapo Abiodun…
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Oyo lawmaker hails establishment of Federal University of Agriculture in Okeho
By Adejayan Gbenga – Senator Buhari Abdulfatai, representing Oyo North Senatorial District, has expressed delight over the establishment of the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho (FUNATO), describing it as a historic achievement for the Oke-Ogun region. The senator disclosed this after receiving the management team of the new university, led by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Jacob Babayemi, who paid…
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Ondo equips 200 women with urban farming skills for financial freedom
The Ondo State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Dr Seun Osamaye, has reaffirmed the commitment of the state government to the total emancipation of women in the state. Osamaye, who made this known at a one-day training for 200 women on urban agriculture, held at the Women Development and Skill Acquisition Centre organized by the ministry, informed that…
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Erhurun Uneme Community honours Okpebholo’s aide for outstanding service, leadership
By Folashade OlorunfemiThe Erhurun Uneme Community in Akoko-Edo Local Government Area (LGA) of Edo State has hosted a grand reception in honour of the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Chief Bisi Idaomi, in recognition of her exceptional achievements in the Public Service, particularly her leadership in promoting women’s rights, advancing social welfare and championing community development in the…
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Adeleke tasks monarchs to guard borders against bandits
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has directed traditional rulers in border communities of the state to be vigilant and report any suspicious infiltration by alleged bandits from neighbouring states to security agencies. Speaking after a state security council meeting held in Osogbo, the governor urged traditional councils across the state to promptly report strange settlers…
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Edo First Lady champions youth empowerment, innovation through vocational skills
By Folashade OlorunfemiThe Edo State Government through the Office of the First Lady, has reiterated its commitment to fostering initiatives that drive innovation and transformation in empowering youth and residents with essential skills, which are required for success in a rapidly evolving world.The Coordinator, Office of the Edo State First Lady, Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo Anani confirmed this at a sensitization…
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