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Tourism: Lagos spends N8.4bn sponsoring 143 cultural events in one year
By Adeola Ogunrinde Lagos State Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Toke Benson-Awoyinka, has disclosed that the state spent N8.4 billion to sponsor 143 cultural events between May 2024 and May 2025. She made the disclosure during the 2025 Annual Ministerial Press Briefing in Lagos, held to mark the second anniversary of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term. Benson-Awoyinka said the…
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Oyo Assembly dismisses petition against Pacesetter Transport Service
By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State House of Assembly has dismissed a petition filed against the management of the Oyo State Pacesetter Transport Service (PTS) by Mr. Ibrahim Asiwaju, Chairman of the Association of Sacked Supervendors and Investors. The recommendation to dismiss the petition was contained in a report presented during Tuesday’s plenary session, presided over by Speaker Rt. Hon.…
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Kogi Assembly moves to amend 2007 Tenancy Law
The Kogi State House of Assembly has passed the Tenancy (Repeal and Enactment) Bill, 2025 through its second reading. With the second reading passed, the bill now moves to the relevant committee for further scrutiny. Leading the debate during plenary, Hon. Akus Lawal, member representing Ankpa I Constituency and sponsor of the bill, said the legislation seeks to correct longstanding…
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Lagos Tourism celebrates Children’s Day with cultural immersion, creative learning
By Adeola Ogunrinde In celebration of the 2025 Children’s Day, the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture hosted a vibrant and educational event at the historic J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History. The gathering brought together hundreds of schoolchildren for a day filled with learning, creativity, and cultural appreciation. Addressing the children, the Special Adviser to…
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Aiyedatiwa inaugurates children’s parliament, seeks collaborative action against bullying
The governor of Ondo State, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has said inaugurated children’s parliament, seeking collaborative action against bullying. Aiyedatiwa assured that the state would continue to champion policies and actions that protect children, promote their rights, and empower them to thrive in a society free from fear, intimidation, or discrimination. The governor stated this on Tuesday while addressing a large…
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PDP to Oyebamiji: Explain sale of Osun bank before eyeing Governorship
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has challenged the Managing Director/CEO of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Mr. Bola Oyebamiji, to explain his alleged role in the sale of Osun Living Trust Bank to a Ponzi scheme, as recently described by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a statement…
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Sanwo-Olu celebrates Children’s Day with Lagos schools
By Adeola Ogunrinde Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, celebrated this year’s Children’s Day at the Police College Ground in Ikeja, with representatives from 5,662 schools across Lagos State in attendance. The governor used the occasion to reaffirm his administration’s unwavering commitment to the well-being and future of Lagos children, echoing the celebration’s theme: “Children: Our Future…
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Ondo public servants honour first female accounting doctorate holder
The Forum of Accountants in the Public Service of Ondo State has honoured and showered accolades on a trailblazing accountant, Mrs. Omobola Oladipo PhD, for becoming the first female accountant to earn a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Accounting in the public service of Ondo State. Oladipo, a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountant of Nigeria (ICAN), currently serving…
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Soun visits Nasarawa, canvasses cultural unity
By Adejayan Gbenga The Soun of Ogbomoso, His Imperial Majesty Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, on Tuesday paid a courtesy visit to the Governor of Nasarawa State, Engr. Abdullahi Sule, at the Government House, Lafia. According to the monarch, the visit—facilitated by His Royal Highness, the Emir of Lafia, Justice Sidi Bage Muhammad (rtd)—reflected the enduring role of Nigeria’s royal heritage…
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Afenifere appoints Falae as NEC Chairman
The Pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere, has appointed Oba Olu Falae as the Chairman of its National Executive Committee. Falae is a former Secretary to the government of the federation and traditional ruler of Ilu-Abo in Akure North, Ondo State. His appointment was made known at Afenifere’s monthly meeting, held at the Akure home of its national leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti,…
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