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EFCC boss urges journalists to demonstrate professionalism in financial crimes reporting
The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has called on media practitioners to demonstrate professionalism, accuracy and ethical responsibility in reporting economic and financial crimes. Olukoyede, who was represented by the Head, Public Affairs, Lagos Zonal Directorate 1, Ayo Oyewole, made the call in a paper titled: “Reporting Economic and Financial Crimes: Relevant Legal…
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JUST IN: Ondo Govt replies Catholic Diocese over Owo memorial park demolition
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Government has responded to the Catholic Diocese of Ondo over its condemnation of the demolition of the Owo Memorial Park, describing the Diocese’s claims as hasty and misleading. The government said it received a letter seeking dialogue on Monday, June 23, but was surprised that the Diocese issued a public statement just two…
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Oyo Govt, UNICEF commission solar-powered boreholes, toilets in three LGAs
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Oyo State Government, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has commissioned solar-powered boreholes and toilet facilities in Egbeda, Ona Ara, and Ibarapa East Local Government Areas to improve sanitation and hygiene. Chairman of the Oyo State Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (OYORUWASSA), Alhaji Babalola Afobaje, said the agency and UNICEF are…
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Tanker loses control, somersaults in Ibadan
By Adejayan Gbenga – A tanker carrying 15,000 litres of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) somersaulted at the Toll-Gate area along the Ibadan-Ife Expressway in Ibadan, Oyo State. The tanker reportedly lost control while in motion and veered off the road, causing a traffic gridlock. Chairman of the Oyo State Fire Service, Maroof Akinwande, confirmed the incident in a statement on…
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PHOTO NEWS: Makinde leads Oyo State exco in special session honouring Olunloyo
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde on Thursday led members of the state executive council in a special session to bid farewell to former Governor Victor Omololu Olunloyo. Olunloyo, an accomplished academic, was the second elected governor of the state. He assumed office in 1983, but his tenure was cut short by the military coup that brought General Muhammadu Buhari to…
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PHOTO NEWS: Governors, business leaders, politicians gather in Lagos for Sanwo-Olu’s 60th birthday
Governors of Osun, Ondo, Oyo, and Ekiti were among top businessmen, women, politicians, and high-society figures who graced the 60th birthday celebration of Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Thursday at Eko Hotel. The celebration, which featured a worship session and a late evening dinner for guests, included musical performances as attendees were treated to local delicacies and assorted drinks.…
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Ibadan residents lament seven-week electricity blackout, demand restoration
By Adejayan Gbenga – Residents of Apete, Awotan, Araromi, Akufo, Ajibode, and neighboring communities in Ibadan, Oyo State, have expressed frustration over a prolonged electricity blackout that has lasted seven weeks. The residents blamed the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) for disconnecting power to their communities, which they said has caused significant hardship to homes, businesses, and students. President of…
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Hijrah 1447: Osun declares Friday public holiday as Adeleke preaches unity
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Osun State Government has declared Friday, June 27, 2025, as a public holiday to mark the beginning of the Islamic New Year, Hijrah 1447AH. The announcement was made in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Home Affairs, Hon. Aderibigbe Kayode Rasheed, who congratulated Muslims and urged residents to embrace unity, peace, and togetherness…
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INEC to conduct by-elections in Ibadan North, other constituencies August 16
By Adejayan Gbenga – The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will conduct by-elections for the Ibadan North Federal Constituency and other affected constituencies on Saturday, August 16, 2025. INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, made the announcement during a consultative meeting with political parties in Abuja on Thursday. The by-elections are being organised to fill vacant seats…
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‘We didn’t demolish property linked to Peter Obi’s brother’ — Lagos Government
The Lagos State Government has denied allegations by former presidential candidate Peter Obi that it was responsible for the demolition of a property belonging to his brother. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, the government stated that neither the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) nor any other agency of the government…
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