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Osun 2026: Oyetola left N15bn, Adeleke’s claims are misleading — Oyebamiji
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has challenged the narrative being promoted by the Ademola Adeleke administration regarding the financial position it inherited from the immediate past administration of Governor Gboyega Oyetola. Speaking at the Arise TV Town Hall Meeting held in Osun State, Oyebamiji fielded questions from journalists on his…
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Fadahunsi says he was misrepresented, denies call for killings of Accord members
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The lawmaker representing Osun East Senatorial District, Senator Francis Fadahunsi, has denied calling for the killing of Accord Party members and their families, saying his comment in a viral video was edited and deliberately misrepresented. Fadahunsi, who is the chairman of the Senate Committee on Industries, said he actually stated that the All Progressives Congress…
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Oyebamiji pledges serious, accountable administration if elected Osun governor
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has promised to run a transparent and accountable administration if elected, declaring that he would treat governance as a serious business. Oyebamiji made the pledge on Tuesday at the Arise Town Hall organised by Arise News in Osogbo ahead of the August 15…
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Old ₦100 notes cause confusion among Ondo traders, residents despite CBN clarification
By Boye Oyeyemi The circulation of old-design ₦100 banknotes has caused confusion among traders and residents in Ore, the headquarters of Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State. The notes were reportedly sighted in several markets and business locations across the town, leaving traders, transport operators, Point-of-Sale agents and other residents uncertain about their validity. Checks in some commercial areas…
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Davido writes Trump, seeks global attention on Osun governorship poll
Afrobeats singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has appealed to United States President Donald Trump and the international community to closely monitor the August 15 governorship election in Osun State amid concerns over possible violence. Davido made the appeal in a post on his X account on Tuesday, urging international stakeholders to pay attention to developments in the state…
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Osun 2026: Adeleke dismisses Oyinlola’s Oyebamiji endorsement, labels him ‘paperweight’
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has described former governor Olagunsoye Oyinlola as a “paperweight” following his endorsement of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, saying the decision would not affect his chances in Saturday’s election. Speaking at the Arise Town Hall organised by Arise News ahead of the August 15 governorship election,…
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SSS releases man wrongly linked to Oriire schoolchildren abduction, pays N3m compensation
By Adejayan Gbenga The State Security Service (SSS) has released and compensated a man who was wrongly detained over an alleged connection to the abduction of 46 pupils and seven teachers from three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The man, identified as Mustapha Marwana, a carpenter from Katsina State, was arrested after being linked to the…
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Ondo LGs begin N20,000 monthly stipends for 5,400 elderly residents
By Boye Oyeyemi The 18 local government areas in Ondo State have begun paying N20,000 monthly stipends to about 5,400 residents aged 70 and above as part of efforts to support vulnerable citizens. The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Amidu Takuro, disclosed this in Akure, saying each council had selected at least 300 elderly residents for the welfare…
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Ondo workers demand preparations for new minimum wage
By Boye Oyeyemi The Joint Public Service Negotiating Council in Ondo State has urged Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to begin preparations for implementing the new national minimum wage to avoid another prolonged delay for workers. The council made the call in a position paper signed by its Chairman, Oluwasegun Ajiboye, and Secretary, Samuel Musa, titled, “Let Preparation Begin Now, Workers Should…
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Lagos Fire Service decorates newly promoted officers, demands greater responsibility
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has decorated newly promoted officers to boost efficiency, morale, and recognise outstanding service. The ceremony, held at the Agency’s headquarters in Ikeja, reaffirmed its commitment to rewarding merit and strengthening emergency response across Lagos State. Controller General Margaret Abimbola Adeseye congratulated the officers, describing their promotion as a reward for dedication and professionalism.…
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