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PHOTO NEWS: Ayo Adebanjo laid to rest in Isanya Ogbo
The remains of Afenifere leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, were laid to rest on Saturday at his country home in his ancestral town, Isanya Ogbo. The funeral ceremony was attended by former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, and the governors of Lagos, Oyo, and Ogun States—Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Seyi Makinde, and Dapo Abiodun, respectively. Other dignitaries included former governors,…
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Oyo 2027: Senator Buhari declares governorship ambition
By Adejayan Gbenga Senator Abdulfatai Buhari has formally declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State. Speaking during an interview on Parrot FM during the week, the lawmaker—who currently represents Oyo North Senatorial District—said he is ready to transition from legislative duties to executive leadership. “This is the third time I would be a senator and…
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Abiodun pays tribute to Pa Adebanjo as late Afenifere leader laid to rest
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has stated that the late Afenifere leader, Pa Ayodeji Adebanjo’s selfless service for an egalitarian society and the preservation of human dignity would remain fresh in the minds of Nigerians for years to come. The governor stated this on Saturday at the funeral service for Pa Adebanjo, held at St. Philip’s Anglican Church, Isanya-Ogbo,…
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Anglican Bishop urges political elite to emulate late Pa Adebanjo
The Bishop of Ijebu Diocese of the Anglican Communion, Revd Peter Oludipe has urged the political class to emulate the late leader of the Yoruba’s sociocultural group, Afenifere, Pa Ayo Adebanjo who was always preaching justice, equity, integrity, good governance and selfless service while alive. The Cleric called on Nigerian elite to live for the people, prioritise integrity and good…
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Lagos to roll out free public Wi-Fi, awards N800m to tech innovators
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government has announced plans to provide free internet access in selected public spaces across the state in the last quarter of 2025. Commissioner for Innovation, Science and Technology, Olatubosun Alake, disclosed this during the 2025 Ministerial Press Briefing held at Alausa, Ikeja. Alake said the initiative is part of ongoing efforts to transform Lagos…
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Ajia Air Force Base road to be completed in six months – Makinde
By Adejayan Gbenga Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of work at the Nigerian Air Force Base in Ajia. During an inspection of the facility on Friday, May 2, 2025, the Governor assured that his administration would expedite the completion of supporting infrastructure for the base. He noted that the hydraulic structures…
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Alaafin clarifies greeting incident with Ooni of Ife, reaffirms respect
By Adejayan Gbenga The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, has reaffirmed his deep respect for the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and all custodians of Yoruba heritage, addressing recent controversy over their public interaction. The statement comes after an incident at a recent public event where the Alaafin greeted the Ooni while seated—unlike others who stood. The gesture…
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Lagos Assembly okays Sanwo-Olu’s nominees for LASIEC, electricity regulatory commission, others
The Lagos State House of Assembly has confirmed fourteen nominees forwarded by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for key positions in the state’s Independent Electoral Commission, Electricity Regulatory Commission, Civil Service Commission, and other agencies. During plenary, the Chairman of the 12-man Ad hoc Committee on Screening of Nominees, Hon. Mojeed F.A. (Ibeju-Lekki I), presented the screening report, leading to the confirmation…
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Tourism: 9.5 foot-tall African spinach plant discovered in Ekiti
A towering 9.5-foot-tall African spinach has been discovered in Ikoro-Ekiti, a town in Ekiti State. The plant, locally known as Efo Tete, and possibly the tallest ever recorded in Africa, has sparked scientific curiosity and tourism interest. This was contained in a statement signed by the Director-General of the Ekiti State Tourism Development Bureau, Mr Wale Ojo-Lanre. According to Ojo-Lanre,…
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LASG reaffirms commitment to tourism promotion
..as Pelumi Nubi Commemorates 1year Trip Milestone Lagos State Government has promised to continue to promote tourism related innovations, support cultural emancipation and nurture the dreams of every innovative youth such that the State will remain a beacon of creativity, excellence, and unity. The Special Adviser to the State Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Idris Aregbe made this promise…
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