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Dele Momodu backs Adeleke’s re-election, says opposition must unite against APC
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has declared support for Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party ahead of the August 15 Osun State governorship election, despite his membership of the opposition party. Momodu, in a statement on Tuesday, said opposition parties needed to put aside individual interests and unite behind Adeleke to prevent what he…
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Lagos, OTL downstream partner to boost tourism
…Move to strengthen business, cultural tourism By Olatomiwa Osho The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with OTL Downstream Development in Africa to promote tourism and position Lagos as a leading business and cultural hub. The commitment was made during a visit by OTL Downstream’s management team, led by CEO Mrs. Joyce…
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Lagos Assembly hails Oba Akiolu at 23rd coronation anniversary
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday congratulated His Royal Majesty, Oba Rilwan Babatunde Osuolale Akiolu, on his 23rd coronation anniversary as the Oba of Lagos. The lawmakers during plenary session commended the monarch for his service, honour and commitment to the peace, unity and development of Lagos State. The Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, praised…
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Olubadan installs four Mogajis, warns against criminal activities
By Adejayan Gbenga The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Ladoja, has warned Mogajis and compound heads against involvement in criminal activities, stressing that they would be held accountable for security lapses within their respective domains. Ladoja, a former governor of Oyo State, gave the warning while installing four new Mogajis in Ibadan, urging them to uphold the responsibilities of their…
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Lagos Assembly moves to regulate artisans, curb quackery
The Lagos State House of Assembly has begun moves to regulate artisans and craftsmen with a bill to establish the Lagos State Artisans and Craftsmen Regulatory Board. The “Lagos State Artisans and Craftsmen Regulatory Board Bill 2025” seeks to provide a framework for registration, training, certification and regulation, while protecting consumers from unqualified practitioners. Presenting the bill for second reading,…
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Atiku, Aregbesola, Mark rally voters for ADC ahead of Osun poll
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Former Vice President and presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar; former Osun State Governor and national secretary, Rauf Aregbesola; and the party’s national chairman, Senator David Mark, on Monday rallied voters in the state to support the ADC in Saturday’s governorship election. The trio spoke at the ADC mega rally held…
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ADC not in alliance with any party, will contest Osun poll — Aregbesola
Former Osun State Governor and National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Rauf Aregbesola, has dismissed reports that the party is negotiating an alliance with any political party ahead of the August 15 governorship election. Aregbesola spoke on Monday at an ADC solidarity rally in Ejigbo, Osun State, where he also rejected speculation that the party’s governorship candidate, Najeem…
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Lagos Assembly seeks stronger Neighborhood Safety Corps to fight vandalism
…demands adequate funding, equipment The Lagos State House of Assembly has urged Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to strengthen and adequately empower the Lagos State Neighborhood Safety Corps (LNSC), including better funding, equipment, and training to improve its effectiveness. The resolution followed a motion by Hon. Moshood Aro (Ikorodu II) on rising vandalism of public infrastructure, especially in Festac Town, and the…
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Women protest against political violence in Osun, demand credible election
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A group of women led by the First Lady of Osun State, Mrs Titilola Adeleke, on Monday protested in Osogbo over alleged killings, arrests and intimidation of members of the ruling Accord Party ahead of the August 15 Osun governorship election. The protest started from Laro Grammar School and proceeded through Lameco to WOCDIF before…
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Call APC to order, Osun won’t accept imposition — Labour tells Tinubu
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Organised labour in Osun State has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to call members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to order and ensure that the August 15 governorship election is not turned into a war. Speaking during a mini congress of organised labour held at the gate of the State Government Secretariat in Osogbo,…
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