Homeland News
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British battery recycling company to berth in Ogun
A five million dollar British battery recycling company is to be set up in Ogun State. The British High Commissioner in Nigeria, Mr. Richard Montgomery, disclosed this on Wednesday when he led some officials of the Commission on a courtesy call on the State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. Montgomery said that when operational, it…
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Osun LG polls: APC, two others, risk disqualification, says OSSIEC
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSSIEC) has revealed that three parties—the All Progressives Congress (APC), Allied Peoples Movement (APM), and Action Peoples Party (APP)—have breached electoral guidelines related to candidate substitution. Chairman of OSSIEC, Hashim Akintunde Abioye, made this announcement on Wednesday at a media briefing held at the Osun Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria…
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Kwara: 15 buildings sealed off for violating environmental laws
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Government has reiterated its commitment to maintaining a hygienic and safe environment to prevent the outbreak of cholera and other diseases detrimental to the health of Kwara residents. This follows the sealing off of 15 buildings for violating environmental laws, including eight buildings in Sabo-Oke, Ilorin South Local Government Area. The State Commissioner…
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Police arrest suspected Yoruba Nation agitators in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Osun State Police Command has arrested suspected members of the outlawed Yoruba Nation group. During a suspects’ parade held at the Command headquarters in Osogbo on Wednesday, Deputy Police Public Relations Officer Emmanuel Giwa-Alade revealed the identities of those apprehended: 61-year-old Fagbayi Oluwafemi, 63-year-old Joy Faseyeku, and 64-year-old Alabede Janet. Giwa-Alade stated that the individuals…
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Kwara distributes 42,000 bags of fertilizer to farmers
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Government has launched the distribution of 42,000 bags of fertilizer to farmers across the state, aiming to boost agricultural productivity and promote food security. The initiative which took off on Wednesday, is part of a broader effort to ensure bountiful harvests. The fertilizers, provided by the Central Bank of Nigeria through the Federal…
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BREAKING: Lagos dominates boxing at 2024 National Youth Games
Team Lagos made history by claiming all four gold medals in the boxing competition at the 2024 National Youth Games. The U-15 boxing team delivered a clean sweep across various weight categories, cementing Lagos’ dominance in the sport and marking a major milestone for youth sports in Nigeria. The gold rush began with Agboola Oyindamola’s triumph in the 40kg female…
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Lagos partners FG, private sector, to boost tourism sector
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government has announced plans to collaborate with the Federal Government and the private sector to enhance tourism in the state. Commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, disclosed this on Wednesday during an inspection tour of key tourist attractions in Lagos. Among the sites visited were the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba…
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KWSIEC gears up for credible LG polls in Kwara
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Barring any last-minute changes, the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission (KWSIEC) is set to conduct a credible local government election on Saturday, September 21. The polls will be held across the 16 local government areas of the state, marking a significant electoral event nearly six years into the administration of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq. During his first…
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Sanwo-Olu celebrates Hazmat at 60
..says ‘He is a trusted, committed partner’ The governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated his deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, on his Diamond birthday, describing him as “a trusted, committed and dedicated partner.” He said Hazmat, who clocks 60 on Thursday, is a brother, friend and partner in the Greater Lagos agenda. The Governor noted that the cordial…
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LASG issues contravention notice to over 280 Lekki property owners
As a move to sanitize the waterfront corridor, the Lagos State government has issued contravention notice to over 280 property owners and occupiers in the Mayegun Waterfront Scheme located in Eti-Osa local government. The state government made this known on its X handle, saying that the occupants were required to provide relevant documentation and approvals that justify their occupation of…
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