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Oyo set to lead Nigeria’s Agricultural revolution — Commissioner
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Oyo State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Olasunkanmi Olaleye, has said the state is well-positioned to become Nigeria’s leading agricultural powerhouse. Speaking during a ministerial press briefing at the Governor’s Briefing Room, Secretariat, Ibadan, on Thursday, Olaleye noted that the current administration has rolled out transformative programmes to boost agricultural productivity and support rural…
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Olubadan installs Chief Isiaka Adebayo as Mọgaji of Ilé-Ayẹyẹ
By Adejayan Gbenga – Chief Isiaka Adegoke Adebayo was formally installed as the Mọgaji of Ilé-Ayẹyẹ in Ibadanland by His Imperial Majesty, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland. The ceremony, held on Monday, June 16, 2025, at the Olubadan Palace, Oke-Arẹmọ, was conducted in the presence of the Olubadan-in-Council and witnessed by dignitaries from across the state and…
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Anti-open grazing law still in force – Oyo Govt warns
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Oyo State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Olasunkanmi Olaleye, has reaffirmed that the state’s anti-open grazing law remains in force, warning that violators will face legal consequences. Speaking at an inter-ministerial press briefing in Ibadan on Thursday, Olaleye disclosed that over 58 cows have been impounded in the last two years, and several herdsmen…
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Stop blaming Tinubu, others over Osun LG crisis, lawmaker tells Adeleke
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Oluwole Oke, has urged Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, to stop blackmailing President Bola Tinubu, the Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), the CBN Governor, and former Osun Governor, Gboyega Oyetola, over the lingering crisis surrounding local government administration in the state. In a statement on…
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LASG seals Oko Oba Abattoir over poor hygiene
By Adeola Ogunrinde – The Lagos State Government has shut down the Oko Oba Abattoir in Agege Local Government Area over poor hygiene standards observed within the facility. The abattoir was sealed indefinitely following reports of unhygienic practices that violated environmental laws guiding food processing and public health in Lagos. Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, announced the…
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Lagos First Lady leads anti-drug abuse awareness campaign at LASU
By Adeola Ogunrinde – The First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has emphasized the role of awareness in curbing drug abuse and illicit trafficking. She made this known during a sensitization campaign at Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo Campus, to mark the 2025 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Themed “The Evidence is Clear, Invest in…
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JUST IN: Police nab two suspected kidnappers, recover weapons in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi Operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have arrested two suspected kidnappers in Epinmi Akoko, Akoko South-East Local Government Area, and recovered a cache of weapons believed to be used for criminal activities. The arrest followed credible intelligence received in the early hours of Tuesday, June 18, 2025. In a statement issued on Thursday by the Command’s…
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Osun Assembly threatens legal action over alleged LG fund diversion by CBN
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State House of Assembly has warned the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) against disbursing local government funds to unauthorized individuals, vowing to challenge any such move through legal and constitutional means. During its plenary on Thursday, the Assembly passed a resolution condemning any attempt to operate local government accounts through individuals not recognized…
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C&S Church goes tough on ritualists, fraudsters in religious garb
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Eternal Sacred Order of the Cherubim and Seraphim (C&S) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting law enforcement agencies in tackling criminal elements who exploit religious platforms for fraudulent or ritualistic activities. At a press briefing in Ikare-Akoko, in Akoko South West Local Government Area of Ondo State, to launch its centenary celebration, the church firmly…
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Oyo launches market campaign for cleaner environment
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Oyo State Mobilization Agency for Socio-Economic Development (OYMASED) has announced plans to commence a sensitization campaign across major markets in the state to promote proper waste management and ensure a cleaner, healthier environment. The Director-General of OYMASED, Dr. Morohunkola Thomas, made this known during a courtesy visit to the Chairman of Ibadan South West Local…
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