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Ogun begins recruitment of 500 additional Amotekun operatives
The governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has approved the recruitment of 500 additional operatives into the State Security Network, also known as ‘Amotekun Corps’ in a move to enhance security network across the state. A statement by the Corps Commander, Amotekun Networks, Brig Gen Alade Adedigba (rtd), said the recruitment drive that would begin on Monday, March 10, 2025,…
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Sanwo-Olu restates commitment to Lekki Airport delivery
By Adeola Ogunrinde Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the delivery of the Lekki International Airport and other key infrastructure projects across Lagos. He announced that aviation regulators would visit the state next week for a site inspection, marking the next phase of the airport’s construction, which is expected to attract future investments. Speaking during a visit…
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PHOTO NEWS: Peach House Book hosts Bisi Fayemi in Ado-Ekiti to mark IWD
Peach House Book Club hosted the book reading in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State capital in honour of Erelu Bisi Fayemi to mark international women’s day. Mrs. Fayemi’s Book, ‘Where is your Wrapper’, was read to audience which included wife of the Governor of the State, Dr. Yemi Oyebanji and secondary school students. Erelu Fayemi praised the convener of the book club.…
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LGBT: Oluwo commends Trump for restoring ‘sanctity of humanity’
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Paramount Ruler of Iwoland, HIM Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, has praised US President Donald Trump for ending policies that protect Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) rights, citing the need to restore the “sanctity of humanity.” The monarch drummed up support for the order, assuring that he would promote the new policy. Trump’s executive order…
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IWD: Aiyedatiwa unveils grants for 1,000 low income Ondo women
The Governor of Ondo State, Dr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has unveiled the Odatiwa Women Initiative’s Grant, a financial empowerment scheme designed to support 1,000 low-income women across the state. He flagged off the distribution of the grant during the 2025 International Women’s Day celebration, held on Saturday at the International Culture and Event Centre (The Dome) in Akure. The event, themed…
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PHOTO NEWS: Oyetola opens ultramodern mosque in memory of late mother at Iragbiji
Minister of Marine and Blue Economy and former Governor of Osun State, Adegboyega Oyetola has opened a brand new mosque in his hometown, Iragbiji in memory of his late mother Alhaja Wulemotu Arike Oyetola. The ceremony which happened during the week had in attendance political associates of the former Governor and his family members. Oyetola who posted the pictures of…
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IWD: Family planning key to gender equality – TCI, DevComs
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo As Nigeria marks International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, the Country Lead at The Challenge Initiative (TCI) Nigeria, Dr. Taiwo Johnson, has emphasized the role of family planning (FP) in empowering women to make informed reproductive choices and plan their futures. Speaking at the celebration, Johnson stated that “by enabling women to make informed choices about their…
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IWD 2025: Gov AbdulRazaq reaffirms commitment to women empowerment
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has celebrated women globally on the occasion of the 2025 International Women’s Day, recognizing their resilience, creativity, and the joy they bring to society. In a statement personally signed on Saturday in Ilorin, the governor praised women as key stakeholders in development, social cohesion, and progress. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment…
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Oba of Benin suspends 67 enigies
The Benin Traditional Council has announced the suspension of 67 Enigies in the Benin Kingdom, with immediate effect. This was disclosed in a statement by the Secretary of Benin Traditional Council, Frank Irabor, in Benin on Friday. Irabor said that their suspension was a result of their alleged anti-palace and rebellious activities against the Oba of Benin and the traditional…
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Civil/Military Relations: Owo monarch receives in audience 32 Artillery Brigade Commandant
The Olowo of Owo and Paramount Ruler of Owo Land, His Imperial Majesty, Alayeluwa, Oba (Dr) Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye III, has received in audience the newly posted Commander, 32 Artillery Brigade, Owena Cantonment, Akure, Brigadier General, J A Ifeanyi in his Palace in Owo. Brigadier General Ifeanyi, the 12th Military Commander to serve in Ondo State, was in the Palace…
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