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Court jails three Bureau de Change operators in Kwara
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Justice Olukayode Ariwoola of the Federal High Court sitting in Ilorin on Monday, February 10, 2025, convicted and sentenced three bureau de change operators for operating without a license. The convicts—Mustapha Idris, Hassan Bala, and Ajayi Ernest Isaac—all from Chikanda in Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State, were prosecuted by the Ilorin Zonal Directorate of…
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Osun State AG insists Appeal Court did not reinstate sacked council bosses
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Jimi Bada, on Tuesday insisted that the Court of Appeal in Akure did not reinstate the sacked local government chairmen and councillors. Speaking with journalists in Osogbo, Bada emphasized that the ruling only struck out the originating summons filed by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). However, he noted that…
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NSCDC reaffirms commitment to safety of schools, host communities in Kwara
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin As part of its mandate to safeguard critical national assets and infrastructure, including educational institutions, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kwara State Command, has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety of students, teachers, and host communities. In furtherance of this responsibility, the Ilorin West Division of the NSCDC Kwara State Command…
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Abiodun promises reconstruction of access road to Federal University of Medicine and Medical Science
The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has promised the reconstruction of access road to Federal University of Medicine and Medical Science, Abeokuta. Governor Abiodun also noted that the state government, in partnership with the federal government, will ensure that in the next few months, construction begins on the access road to the institution. The Governor made this known in…
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Open Defecation: Lagos Assembly calls for enforcement of relevant environmental laws to curb menance
The Lagos State House of Assembly has called for strict measures to curb open defecation in the state. The House made this call on Tuesday during plenary session when Hon. Stephen Ogundipe (Oshodi/Isolo 1) raised the matter under Urgent Public Importance. In his motion, Ogundipe warned that open defecation tarnishes Lagos’ reputation and hinders sustainable development, calling on the relevant…
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Lagos launches Ilera Eko Roadshow, sensitization campaign in Badagry division
By Adeola Ogunrinde • 60-Day Ilera Eko Awareness Drive to Boost Health Insurance Enrollment• As Oba Atanda Applauds Lagos for Expanding Health Insurance Access The Lagos State Government officially launched the Ilera Eko Door-to-Door Sensitization Campaign and Roadshow in Ojo Local Government Area (LGA) today. The initiative aims to promote the Lagos State Social Health Insurance Scheme, Ilera Eko, and…
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LASG orders workers to resume fully after one-year work-from-home initiative
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government announced on Tuesday the cancellation of its work-from-home initiative, effective from 31st March 2025. The State Head of Service, Mr. Bode Agoro, issued the directive in a circular. In response to the economic hardship caused by the removal of fuel subsidies by President Bola Tinubu, the State Government introduced several interventions to alleviate…
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Lagos Lawmakers urge Sanwo-Olu to institutionalize ‘Detty December’, expand reach
Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly has urged Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to institutionalize the annual ‘Detty December’ and expand its reach. The House made the resolution on Tuesday after debating the motion, raised by Hon. Desmond Elliot (Surulere 1) under Matters of Urgent Public Importance. In his motion, Elliot referenced reports from Naira Metrics, highlighting the significant revenue…
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Adeleke urges sports professionals to stay, as Osun begins stadium renovation
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called on sports professionals to remain in Osun and contribute to the transformation of the state’s sports sector. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony for the redevelopment and remodeling of the Osogbo Stadium Sports Complex, the governor assured that the project would be completed within 12 months. Adeleke emphasized that Osun…
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Lagos Assembly seeks establishment of Research Trust Fund
….Sets up 7-man adhoc committee The Lagos State House of Assembly has sought the establishment of a dedicated Research Trust Fund. The lawmakers made the moves as the proposed bill scaled second reading and was committed to a seven-member ad hoc committee for further scrutiny. Meanwhile, the prime sponsor of the bill, Hon. Gbolahan Yishawu (Eti-Osa 2) underscored the necessity…
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