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Akintola applauds Governor Makinde’s infrastructure strides
By Adejayan Gbenga – A Senior Advocate of Nigeria and former APC governorship aspirant, Chief Niyi Akintola, has commended Governor Seyi Makinde for his outstanding performance in office, especially in the area of infrastructure development. In an interview with The People’s Verdict, Akintola described Makinde as a true “Omoluabi” — a man of impeccable character, humility, intelligence, and purpose. He…
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IPMAN directs members to boycott Lekki-Epe corridor from Monday
By Adejayan Gbenga The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN), South-West Zone, has directed its members to boycott the Lekki-Epe corridor from Monday to avoid embarrassment. The chairman of the zone, Chief Oyewole Akanni, issued the directive in a statement made available to newsmen in Ibadan on Sunday. According to him, the national office had earlier instructed members not…
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Adeleke warns radio stations, politicians over inciting remarks
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has warned radio stations operating within the state to desist from serving as platforms for inciting violence and violating national broadcasting regulations. He also cautioned opposition politicians against making statements capable of inciting unrest or encouraging the public to take the law into their own hands following the recent judicial…
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‘I’ll win if I contest for Oyo governorship’ – Oriyomi Hamzat
By Adejayan Gbenga – Popular Ibadan-based broadcaster, Oriyomi Hamzat, has expressed strong confidence that he would win if he decides to contest the 2027 Oyo State governorship election. Speaking during a recent live broadcast monitored by WESTERN POST, Hamzat reacted indignantly to a caller from abroad who advised him against running for the governorship seat. The caller had warned the…
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LASG eyes global investment boost through FIABCI partnership
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government has expressed its intent to tap into the global real estate investment market through a strategic collaboration with the International Real Estate Federation (FIABCI), as part of its effort to transform waterfront infrastructure. Commissioner for Waterfront Infrastructure Development, Hon. Ekundayo Alebiosu, disclosed this at the recently concluded 75th FIABCI World Real Estate Congress,…
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Prevent crisis in Osun, APC chieftain tells Tinubu
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene and prevent any potential breakdown of law and order over the fresh ruling by the Court of Appeal, Akure Division, on the local government election conducted in October 2022 in the state. Oyintiloye, who…
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LASG integrates MACSI into workforce planning of 18 parastatals
The Lagos State Office of Transformation, Creativity & Innovation (OTCI) has integrated the MDA Assisted Creative Solution Initiative (MACSI) into the Workforce Planning and Recruitment Units of 18 parastatals. According to the Head of Creativity & Innovation, OTCI, Mrs Muyiwa Omololu, the integration is designed to strengthen the units’ ability to identify, attract, and retain top talent across various government…
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One dead, three injured in Ibadan separate road accidents
By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) has condemned the reckless driving of a tricycle rider whose violation of traffic rules led to a serious accident in Ibadan, leaving a passerby, Oladayo Adisa, severely injured. A statement issued by OYRTMA Chairman, Major Adekoya Adesagba (rtd.), on Sunday, disclosed that the incident occurred while the victim was…
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Igboora honours Oyo APC Chair’s wife, Chief Akinteye with chieftaincy titles
By Adejayan Gbenga Alhaja Serifat Abas, wife of the Oyo State All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman, has been installed as the Osi-Iyalaje of Igboora land in a colourful traditional ceremony. The installation ceremony, held on Saturday at the historic Igboora Community Town Hall in Ibarapa Central Local Government Area of Oyo State, also saw Chief Idowu Akinteye installed as the…
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Soun commissions 5-star hotel, innovation hub in Ogbomoso
By Adejayan Gbenga The Soun of Ogbomoso, His Imperial Majesty Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye Orumogege, on Saturday commissioned newly built facilities — Dreamz Suites & Hotel and Ennovate Lab — in Ogbomoso. Commissioning the hotel located in a prime area of Aroje, the Soun emphasized that it marked the beginning of great and amazing developments in Ogbomoso. He said the…
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