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Makinde’s ‘Tourism Reset Agenda’ aims to make Oyo regional powerhouse
By Adejayan Gbenga – Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has launched a new initiative tagged the “Tourism Reset Agenda” to reposition the state as a leading tourism destination in Nigeria and West Africa. He unveiled the policy during the 2025 International Tourism Summit at the University of Ibadan’s International Conference Centre. Addressing stakeholders and investors, Makinde acknowledged past setbacks…
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Over 4,000 stakeholders set to participate in Greater Lagos Summit 5.0
By Adeola Ogunrinde – No fewer than 4,000 residents, including youths, artisans, and other key stakeholders, are expected to participate in the forthcoming Greater Lagos Summit 5.0, aimed at promoting inclusive and people-driven governance in Lagos State. President of the Greater Lagos Initiative (GLI) and Convener of the summit, Prince Adeniyi Olutimehin, announced this during a press briefing held at…
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Oyo govt to enforce ban on Sunday trading at Gbagi Market
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Oyo State Government has announced plans to enforce a ban on Sunday trading at the Bola Ige International Business Complex, popularly known as Gbagi Market in Ibadan, starting Sunday, July 27, 2025. The Commissioner for Investment, Trade, Cooperatives, and Industry, Hon. Adeniyi Adebisi, disclosed this during a press briefing at his office in the State…
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Makinde commissions dualised Akobo-Ojurin-Olorunda Abaa Road
By Adejayan Gbenga – Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Wednesday commissioned the newly dualised 5.9-kilometre Akobo–Ojurin–Olorunda Abaa Road, describing it as a key infrastructure that will enhance trade, mobility, and living standards. Represented by his deputy, Bayo Lawal, the governor said the road connects several communities in Lagelu Local Government Area. Makinde noted that the road’s upgrade fulfills a…
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Ondo Reps member proposes creation of Ose State, bill scales first reading
By Boye Oyeyemi – A member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Ifeoluwa Ehindero, has proposed the creation of a new state to be known as Ose State, with the bill passing its first reading on the floor of the House. The proposed legislation, titled “Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2025,” was introduced during…
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Obasa lauds N500bn ‘Produce For Lagos’ initiative, reaffirms Assembly’s support
Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. (Hon) Mudashiru Obasa has lauded the N500billion ‘Produce for Lagos’ Initiative, a State government-led collaboration with the private sector to tackle supply chain inefficiencies, enhance access to agricultural produce, and strengthen food security across Lagos. Implemented through Special Purpose Vehicles like the Lagos Food Systems Infrastructure Company (LAFSINCO), Lagos Bulk Trading…
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PHOTO NEWS: Sanwo-Olu unveils ₦500bn ‘Produce for Lagos’ Guarantee Fund to enhance food security
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Wednesday launched the ‘Produce for Lagos Programme’ alongside a ₦500 billion Offtake Guarantee Fund at the Lagos House, Ikeja. The initiative aims to strengthen food security, reduce post-harvest losses, and stimulate agricultural production across Nigeria. Governor Sanwo-Olu described Lagos as Nigeria’s largest food mart with a ₦16.14 trillion food economy, noting that the…
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Kwara sets pace in gender inclusion with new economic empowerment policy
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Wednesday launched the domestication of the National Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) Policy, describing it as a bold step to expand opportunities for women across the state. With the launch, Kwara becomes the first state in the North-Central region to domesticate the national policy, which seeks to remove systemic barriers…
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We are working to ensure food security – Abiodun
…signs MoU on Lagos Offtake Guarantee Fund The governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun said that his administration has put in place measures that would promote agriculture and ensure food security for the state and the nation at large. Abiodun stated this at the launch of the N500 billion Produce for Lagos, an Offtake Guarantee Fund, an agricultural initiative,…
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Gov AbdulRazaq offsets medical bills for 13 injured Kwara students at UDUS
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin – Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has approved the immediate release of funds to cover medical expenses for 13 students of Kwara origin who sustained injuries in an auto crash while returning to Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS). The Governor also conveyed a get-well-soon message to the affected students, praying for their speedy and complete recovery.…
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