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Senator Fatai Buhari warns of AI threat to journalism
Senator Fatai Buhari of Oyo North has raised serious concerns about the dangers artificial intelligence poses to journalistic integrity, warning that unchecked use of AI technologies could deepen the crisis of misinformation and erode public trust in the media. Speaking as guest lecturer at the 2025 World Press Freedom Day event organized by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Zone…
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LASEPA seals multiple establishments in Alimosho over persistent noise pollution
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) intensified its crackdown on environmental violations on Thursday, sealing off multiple establishments in the Alimosho area for persistent noise pollution and breaches of environmental laws. The enforcement operation, which spanned major parts of Alimosho—including Egbeda, Igando, Gowon Estate, and Shasha targeted a range of facilities such as hotels, religious centers, lounges, and even…
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Appeal Court upholds Aiyedatiwa’s victory, dismisses NNPP candidate’s suit
The Court of Appeal sitting in Akure, has upheld as valid the primary election that produced Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa as candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) It said the appellant, Hon Olugbenga Edema, who was candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) candidate for the November 16 governorship election refused to obey an earlier order of the court.…
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Makinde backs police efforts to end Oyo–Osun boundary tensions
By Adejayan Gbenga Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has pledged support for the Nigeria Police in ensuring peaceful coexistence between communities along the Oyo–Osun boundary amid ongoing disputes. Speaking during a courtesy visit by the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 11, AIG Fred Ikokotu, in Ibadan, the governor assured that a peaceful resolution to the boundary…
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Oyo to airlift Hajj pilgrims from Ibadan Airport from 2026 — Makinde
By Adejayan Gbenga Gsong Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has announced that from 2026, intending pilgrims from the state will be airlifted directly to Saudi Arabia from the Ladoke Akintola International Airport in Ibadan. Makinde made the declaration during the farewell ceremony for the 2025 Hajj pilgrims held at the Hajj Camp in Ibadan. He urged the pilgrims to…
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Sanwo-Olu seeks PenCom’s support on pension bonds, workers’ welfare
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called on the National Pension Commission (PenCom) to continue supporting the state’s efforts in issuing pension bonds and enhancing the welfare of its workers and retirees. Sanwo-Olu made the appeal on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by the Director-General of PenCom, Omolola Oloworaran, to the Lagos House in Ikeja. He assured the commission that…
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Fire guts staff quarters at Ibadan Polytechnic
By Adejayan Gbenga A fire outbreak on Wednesday gutted parts of the staff quarters at The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Oyo State, destroying property worth millions of naira. The fire, which occurred in the early hours of the day, affected three out of four rooms in the building. No casualties were reported. The General Manager of the Oyo State Fire Service, Mr.…
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Lagos launches N10bn finance scheme for small businesses, targets job creation
By Adeola Ogunrinde Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has launched a N10 billion finance initiative to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through a co-funding arrangement between the state government and the Bank of Industry (BOI). The programme, tagged LASG-BOI MSME Access to Finance Scheme (LASMECO), was unveiled alongside the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Alausa,…
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Lagos partners with MyLagosApp to promote tourism, festive planning
The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture has announced partnered with the creators of MyLagosApp, a digital platform designed to integrate tourism, hospitality, transportation, and entertainment across the state. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mr. Idris Aregbe, disclosed this during a courtesy visit by the convener of MyLagosApp, Ms. Ifeoma Chukwu, to…
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Police present dismembered remains of Hafsat Lawal in court
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State High Court in Ilorin witnessed an emotionally charged session on Wednesday as police presented dismembered body parts of Hafsat Lawal, a final-year student allegedly murdered in February 2025. During the hearing before Justice Hannah Ajayi, two police witnesses introduced 16 exhibits recovered from the residence of the primary suspect, Abdulrahman Bello. These included…
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