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Ogun governor felicitates muslims, urges reflection on values of sacrifice, love

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has extended his warmest greetings to the Muslim community in celebration of this year’s Eid-el-Adha, a significant occasion that embodies the spirit of sacrifice and devotion. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Hon Kayode Akinmade, in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, Governor Abiodun emphasized the importance of the…

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Bodija explosion: Victims receive relief funds

By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Government on Thursday began the disbursement of ₦4.8 billion to victims of the Bodija explosion. President of the Bodija Estate Residents’ Association (BERA), Pastor Muyiwa Bamgbose, confirmed this during a press conference in Ibadan, organised by the association in collaboration with the Dejo Oyelese Vigilante Group (DOVG) and the wider Bodija community. Bamgbose, while…

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Aiyedatiwa promises to complete inherited infrastructural projects

… inaugurates Oda Road The governor of Ondo State, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has reiterated his commitment to complete all inherited infrastructure projects across the state, declaring that neither the popular Ijoka Road nor the Onyearugbulem/Shagari Flyover in Akure will be abandoned. Aiyedatiwa made this known while commissioning the newly completed Oda Road in Akure South Local Government Area, describing the…

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Eid-el-Kabir: Gov Makinde greets Muslims

By Adejayan Gbenga Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has extended heartfelt felicitations to Muslims on the occasion of the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. In his goodwill message, Governor Makinde urged Muslims to use the occasion to pray for the state and the country, noting the various challenges being faced. “I want to congratulate my Muslim brothers and sisters in Oyo State…

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Sanwo-Olu announces arrival of new train sets for Lagos Blue Line

…promises extension to Okokomaiko by 2026 By Adeola Ogunrinde Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Thursday announced the arrival of three brand-new train sets—comprising 12 coaches—for the Lagos Blue Line Rail, a move aimed at improving mass transit and easing the daily commute for residents. The governor made the announcement via a Facebook post, describing the development as a significant step toward…

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Makinde’s administration charts path to resilient cities in Oyo

By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Government on Thursday reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable urban development and improving the quality of life for residents. Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Williams Akin-Funmilayo, stated this at an international conference on a sustainable built environment held at the Faculty of Environmental Design and Management, University of Ibadan. He noted that…

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Oyo Govt trains 250 retirees on agro-business

By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Government has trained 250 retirees and some intending retirees in agricultural practices and micro-livestock management, as part of efforts to promote food security and economic sustainability. The training, which held on Wednesday at the Local Government Hall, Secretariat, Ibadan, was aimed at equipping participants with alternative income-generating skills after retirement. Speaking at the event,…

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LASG partners firm on 2025 Eko Fiesta

As preparations for the forthcoming Eko Fiesta 2025 gather momentum, the Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mr. Idris Aregbe, has hosted the Project Manager of the Fiesta, Akinpelumi Deborah, and her team from Dosh and Wales Company for a strategic engagement that will make the Fiesta a truly immersive cultural and entertainment event.…

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