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Atiku, Asiwaju Ijesaland, mourn passing of Owa-Obokun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The death of Owa-Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran has sparked an outpouring of tributes from prominent Nigerians, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Asiwaju Olayinka Fasuyi, the Asiwaju of Ijesaland. Abubakar, who described the late monarch as “more than a father-in-law,” praised his boldness, courage, and discipline, saying he personified the Ijesha progeny.…
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BREAKING: Owa Obokun of Ijesaland is dead
The Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran, has passed away. Sources in the palace, said Oba Aromolaran passed away on Wednesday after a brief illness. The palace of the monarch is yet to release any official statement, but sources within confirmed the death. “Baba has passed, but we are waiting for official announcement from the palace. “You can…
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Abiodun condoles Zulum over flood
Ogun State Governor and Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has sympathized with the Borno State governor, Prof. Babagana Zulum and the people of the state over the incident of flood that recently ravaged Maiduguri, the state capital. The governor, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade said the ravaging…
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Fuel price hike: Abiodun okays additional day off for Ogun public servants
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has approved two days off duty per week for officers on Grade Level 01-14, while officers on Grade Level 15-17 are to maintain one day off duty per week. A statement by the State Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, said the gesture is aimed at further easing the burden on the teeming workers…
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Shocking contract details of Oyetola’s Govt coming soon, says Gov Adeleke’s aide
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Spokesperson to Governor Ademola Adeleke, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, has hinted at explosive revelations from the White Paper Implementation Committee on contract awards, alleging widespread infractions by top officials of the former All Progressives Congress (APC) administration in Osun State. Speaking on Rave FM’s Frank Talk, Rasheed alleged that many former APC officials took contracts for companies…
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Abiodun promises to implement new minimum wage
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has stated that his administration is working towards implementing the new minimum wage. The governor, who made this known at a meeting with the leadership of organized labor held at the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan Abeokuta, noted that workers have been instrumental in the rapid economic growth the state is witnessing. He promised the union…
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Burial activities for late Oyo APC Chairman, Omodewu commence Thursday
The All Progressives Congress (APC), has announced programmes of activities for the burial of the late State Chairman of the party, Barr. Isaac Ajiboye Omodewu. Omodewu passed away on August 19th in the United States of America. He was 61. According to the party, the burial programmes will include, a “Lying in State on Thursday 12th September, at the Oke-Ado…
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Sanwo-Olu’s CoS visits alma mater, donates exercise books
Tayo Ayinde, the Chief of Staff to the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Tuesday paid a courtesy visit to his alma mater, St Peters Anglican Primary School, Ikeja, to give back to the school that shaped his life. Ayinde, who donated exercise books to the pupils of the School, commended the teachers for their tireless efforts and selfless…
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Police Commissioner, Rector visit family of slain student in Ilorin
…assures thorough investigation By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Command, CP Victor Olaiya, psc(+), representing the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, PhD, paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Qoyum Abdulyekeen Ishola on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, in Ilorin. During the visit, CP Olaiya expressed gratitude to the family for their…
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Lagos HoA advances Market Authority Bill
A majority of lawmakers at the Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday, have expressed their support for the Market Authority Bill. The bill which aims to reform market operations in the state, successfully passed its second reading and has been referred to the House Committee on Local Government, which is expected to report back within two weeks. The proposed…
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