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Ayobami Adeogun sworn in for second term as Oyo NULGE president
By Adejayan Gbenga – Comrade Ayobami Adeogun has been officially inaugurated for a second term as President of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Oyo State chapter, alongside other newly elected executive officers who will serve for the next four years. The swearing-in ceremony was conducted by Comrade Aliyu Haruna Kankara, NULGE’s National President, on Monday, August 25,…
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African traditional worshippers laud Makinde’s inclusive leadership
By Adejayan Gbenga – Chief Omikunmi Egbelade, Aare Isese and Baba Yemoja of Oyo State, has praised Governor Seyi Makinde for fostering inclusivity and recognizing all religious groups, particularly practitioners of traditional religions. In an interview with The People’s Verdict, Egbelade said, “Makinde has created an inclusive administration. Despite being a Christian, he respects all religions and does not discriminate.”…
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NRC, LAMATA to launch integrated e-ticketing system for Lagos rail commuters
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) is collaborating with the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) to introduce an electronic fare collection system aimed at improving revenue protection and commuter convenience. The Managing Director of NRC, Dr. Kayode Opeifa, disclosed this during a visit to LAMATA’s rail infrastructure, where he was received by the agency’s Managing Director, Engr. Abimbola Akinajo. During…
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‘I remain paramount ruler of Akureland,’ Deji insists amid royal rumble in Yorubaland
By Boye Oyeyemi – Amidst the ongoing royal supremacy debacle between the Ooni and Alaafin, the Palace of the Deji of Akure has reiterated that the Deji remains the paramount ruler over Akure land, dismissing claims by some Oba-Ile indigenes as false and misleading. The Chief Press Secretary to the Deji, Mr Michael Adeyeye, addressed journalists on Monday in Akure…
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Soun of Ogbomoso pays courtesy visit to Olubadan-designate Ladoja
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Soun of Ogbomoso, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, on Monday paid a courtesy visit to the Olubadan-designate, Oba Senator Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja. The historic meeting was marked by warm discussions and a celebration of shared cultural heritage. During the engagement, both leaders emphasized the importance of unity, progress, and collaboration between Ogbomoso and…
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Lagos Assembly, Guangxi People’s Congress to explore legislative collaboration, others
The Lagos State House of Assembly and the Guangxi People’s Congress of Peoples Republic of China have expressed readiness to explore legislative collaboration in enhancing investments in the state. This was made known on Monday when the delegation of Guangxi People’s Congress of China led by the Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of Guangxi Peoples Congress of China, Zhang…
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Ondo govt vows to move against book piracy in schools
The Ondo State government has vowed to take a firm stance against book piracy in public and private schools in the state as schools are set to resume for a new session. Commissioner for Education, Prof. Igbekele Ajibefun made this known during a courtesy call by the State coordinator for the Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) to his office. He described…
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Lagos pilgrims board seeks partnership with CLAM on spiritual development
The Lagos State Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board has expressed readiness to deepen collaboration with faith-based institutions to enhance the pilgrimage experience and spiritual growth of intending pilgrims from the state. The pledge was made during a courtesy visit by the Board Secretary, Dr. Okudero Gbolabo Omoniyi, and his team to the headquarters of the Christ Livingspring Apostolic Ministry (CLAM) in…
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MURIC calls for Muslim governors in South West ahead of 2027 elections
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), a faith-based rights advocacy group, has urged political parties in South Western Nigeria to field Muslim candidates for the 2027 gubernatorial elections. In a statement signed on Monday by the group’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, MURIC highlighted what it described as a religious imbalance in the region’s governance over the past six years. According…
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Oluremi Tinubu empowers 1,000 women, persons with disabilities in Lagos
The First Lady of Nigeria and Chairman of the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Saturday empowered 1,000 women and persons living with disabilities in Lagos, reaffirming her commitment to women’s economic empowerment and enterprise development. Speaking at the RHI Empowerment Programme themed “Empowering Women for Self-Reliance and SDGs Acceleration”, Senator Tinubu said the initiative will benefit a…
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