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Ajimobi’s wife mourns passing of Pa Ajadi

By Adejayan Gbenga Wife of the former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, Dr. (Mrs.) Florence Ajimobi, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Chief Lamidi Ajadi. She described his passing as a significant personal loss to her and the Ajimobi family, noting that he was a father figure and a major pillar of support throughout the years.…

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June 12: Protesters storm Ikeja underbridge for endbadgovernance rally

Some youths have vowed to protest the bad governance of successive leaders as Nigeria marks the June 12 annulment which was won by MKO Abiola. As early as 7 am, placard-carrying protesters have started gathering at Ikeja Underbridge, waiting for the arrival of others. According to report by The Sun,  as of 9:12 am, the crowd was still gathering momentum,…

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Gov AbdulRazaq pays tribute to heroes of democracy

By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has paid tribute to the men and women who lent their voices to the struggle for democracy over two decades ago. This was contained in a statement personally signed by the governor on Thursday to commemorate the 2025 Democracy Day Anniversary. “I join Nigerians to reflect on our democratic journey as…

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NIHOTOUR urges calm after encountering resistance during Lagos exercise

A routine compliance exercise by the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, turned tense at Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, after a confrontation broke out between a hotel staff member and a police officer attached to the inspection team. The incident escalated when a hotel staff physically confronted and forcibly stripped the law…

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Lagos HoS emphasises importance of teamwork in driving organisational success

The Lagos State Head of Service, Bode Agoro, has emphasised the importance of teamwork in driving organisational success. Agoro commended the staff for their continued commitment while encouraging them to deepen collaboration in the Bureau. The Lagos HoS gave the commendation at the opening of a three-day retreat organised by the State’s Lands Bureau for its senior staff. The retreat…

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Sanwo-Olu inaugurates council secretariat, road projects in Ibeju-Lekki

By Adeola Ogunrinde Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Wednesday inaugurated a newly completed administrative building, legislative council chamber, and interlocking road project in Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area of Lagos State. The multi-storey building, named after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, was reconstructed by Council Chairman Hon. Abdullahi Olowa to replace the old secretariat razed during the October 2020 #EndSARS protests. The governor…

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SAfER II: Oyo Govt distributes rice to 30,000 residents

By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Government has kicked off the second phase of the Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery (SAfER). The state government began the phase with the distribution of 10kg bags of rice to 30,000 residents on Wednesday. Speaking at the presentation of the food relief items held at the Local Government Training School, Secretariat, Ibadan, the Secretary…

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Take It Back Movement accuses Osun Govt of politicizing recruitment

By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Osun State chapter of the Take It Back Movement has urged the state government to stop politicizing the recruitment of teachers, describing the delay in issuing appointment letters to shortlisted candidates as a disservice to public education. Speaking during a press conference held in Osogbo on Tuesday ahead of the June 12 Democracy Day protest,…

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