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BREAKING: Lagos broadcast workers begin strike action
Lagos State chapters of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) and the Radio, Television, Theatre, and Arts Workers Union of Nigeria (RATTAWU) have jointly shut down the Lagos State Broadcasting Corporation (LSBC). In December, the LTV employees had raised concerns about inadequate welfare provisions affecting their well-being. The unions said that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu was insensitive to the welfare of…
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How Jimmy Carter visited Nigeria to plead for my release – Obasanjo
Former president Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed how the late former American President, Jimmy Carter visited Nigeria to plead for his release during the reign of military junta leader Sani Abacha. Obasanjo spoke on Sunday at a memorial service in honour of Carter who died at 100. “President Carter was one of my foreign friends who stuck their necks out to…
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Truck kills young boy in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo A tragic accident occurred on Saturday evening in Obaagun, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Osun State, when a truck hit and killed a young boy who was on an errand to purchase fuel. It was gathered that the truck, which was traveling from Ikirun to a quarry in Obaagun, struck the boy at Marvelous Junction, resulting…
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Oyo files manslaughter charges against Ooni’s ex-wife, others
The Oyo State Government has filed an 18-count charge, including manslaughter, against Naomi Silekunola, former wife of the Ooni of Ife; Oriyomi Hamzat, CEO of Agidigbo FM; and Fasasi Abdullahi, principal of Islamic High School. The charges stem from a tragic stampede at a Christmas funfair in Ibadan, which claimed the lives of 35 children. According to the government, the…
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Armed Forces Remembrance Day: Abiodun advocates joint efforts to build better Nigeria
The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has called on Nigerians to join hands with governments at all levels to build a country where unity and peace would continue to prevail over division and silence the echoes of conflict. Abiodun made the call during the Special Church Service held to mark the year 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration at…
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Aiyedatiwa pardons 40 prisoners to celebrate 60th birthday
In a poignant act of compassion commemorating his 60th birthday, the governor of Ondo State, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has pardoned 40 convicts, a decision that reflects a profound commitment to rehabilitation and the transformative power of second chances. A statement issued by The governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, said the announcement was made by Dr. Olukayode Ajulo, SAN, the…
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Oyo govt defends appointment of Prince Owoade as Alaafin-Elect
The Oyo State Government has insisted it followed the due process in the appointment of the Alaafin-elect, Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade. It would be recalled that on Friday, governor Seyi Makinde announced Prince Owoade as the new Alaafin. His announcement got a pushback from the Oyo Kingmakers who rejected the appointment of Prince Owoade. Meanwhile, on Saturday, the Commissioner for…
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Ooni Ogunwusi congratulates Alaafin-elect, Prince Owoade
…advises him to embrace unity The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Ogunwusi, has congratulated Owoade, describing his emergence as a historic moment for the people of Oyo. In a statement by his Director of Media and Public Affairs, Moses Olafare on Saturday, Ooni celebrated the new Alaafin’s ascension, stating, “This monumental decision heralds a new era of prosperity, unity, and…
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Late night inferno razes market in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo A devastating fire swept through Akinola Market in Ipetumodu, Osun State, destroying properties and foodstuffs worth millions of naira. The inferno, which broke out in a section of the market where yams are sold, is believed to have originated from a refuse fire left unattended by traders after the day’s sales. Reports indicate that the traders,…
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Ekiti cargo airport welcomes Beechcraft 350! aircraft, to begin full operations
The Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport, Ado Ekiti, would soon begin full operations as it has welcomed a Beechcraft 350i aircraft on Friday. It would be recalled that the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority granted approval for non-scheduled flight operations at the airport for a period of six months. The Technical Adviser to Ekiti State Governor on Airport Project, AVM Sunday…
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