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Burial programme announced for late Olubadan, Oba Olakunlehin
By Adejayan Gbenga – The official programme for the burial of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba (Dr.) Frederick Akinloye Iyanda Owolabi Olakunlehin, has been released. Oba Olakunlehin, who passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025, at the age of 90, will be laid to rest on Friday, August 8, 2025. His passing marks the end…
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Governors Makinde, Abiodun meet in Ibadan to strengthen ties on agriculture, security
By Adejayan Gbenga – Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Tuesday hosted his Ogun State counterpart, Prince Dapo Abiodun, in Ibadan for a strategic meeting aimed at deepening collaboration between the two neighbouring states. The discussion focused on key sectors such as the economy, agriculture, and security. Held at the Governor’s Office in Agodi, the meeting forms part of…
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[Photo] – Police confirm death of Ondo suspect in alleged beheading case
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the death of a young man identified as Emmanuel, who was accused of beheading his brother, Daniel, in Odigbo, Ondo State. Emmanuel reportedly died from injuries sustained during a mob attack following the gruesome incident, which drew widespread outrage from residents of the area. According to eyewitnesses, the suspect…
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Oro Festival: Ijebu-Ode LG Chairman declares 7-day curfew from July 30
The Chairman of Ijebu-Ode Local Government, Dare Alebiosu, has announced a seven-day daily midnight curfew, from 12am to 4am, for the annual ‘Oro’ festival starting Wednesday, July 30 to Tuesday, August 5, 2025. Alebiosu, who made the announcement in a statement on Monday, said it was in observance of traditional rites. He said, “The general public is hereby informed that…
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Ladoja promises smooth succession process in Olubadan line
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, has assured that there will be no delay in filling vacant positions in the Olubadan chieftaincy line. He gave the assurance while receiving the Asipa Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Abiodun Kola-Daisi, at his Lagos residence. The visit was confirmed in a statement issued on Monday by his media aide, Adeola…
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Ibadan chiefs rebuke Oluwo over disrespect for Oloolu tradition
Traditional leaders in Ibadan have strongly condemned the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, over what they described as “reckless and disrespectful” comments against the revered Oloolu masquerade. In a viral video, the monarch had described the Oloolu tradition as “criminal” and “unconstitutional,” insisting that any masquerade instilling fear or restricting women should be sent to the forest. Reacting, the…
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Adeleke applauds Assembly over electricity bill, assures better power delivery
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has described the recently passed Osun Electricity Bill as a major step toward boosting economic growth and transforming the power sector in the state. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the governor said the new legislation, which provides for the establishment of a regulatory agency, would…
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APC will secure massive victory in Edo by-elections, says Okpebholo
The governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo has expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) would secure a massive victory in the upcoming by-elections in the State. Okpebholo made the declaration while receiving a delegation of defectors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at Okada, the administrative headquarters of Ovia North-East Local Government Area on Sunday. According to him,…
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Aiyedatiwa charges LG officials on transparency, accountability
The governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has charged political office holders to see public service as a sacred duty, reminding them that they were elected or appointed to serve the people. He called on top local government officials to demonstrate professionalism, adhere to due process, and view themselves as essential partners in governance rather than mere bureaucrats. Aiyedatiwa said…
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Makinde allocates 1,000 hectares for youth empowerment to curb irregular migration
By Adejayan Gbenga – Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has allocated 1,000 hectares of land for a youth empowerment and reintegration initiative aimed at curbing illegal migration and the increasing trend of irregular “japa” journeys through the desert. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Migration and Homeland Security, ACG Segun Adegoke (rtd), disclosed this on Monday, shortly after the…
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