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Kwara SUBEB to recruit 1,611 staff for public basic schools
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin The Kwara State Universal Basic Education Board (Kwara SUBEB) in Ilorin has announced plans to recruit 1,611 teaching and non-teaching staff across the state’s sixteen local government areas. This announcement was made by the Board’s Chairman, Prof. Shehu Raheem Adaramaja, in a statement on Tuesday. According to Prof. Adaramaja, the recruitment drive will include 695 holders…
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Ogun federal lawmakers laud Abiodun’s development drive
Members of the Ogun State caucus in the National Assembly have applauded Governor Dapo Abiodun’s developmental drive, especially in launching the state into a global aviation hub. Speaking after inspecting the ongoing Nigeria Customs Training School, located at the Gateway International Airport on Ilishan-Iperu Road in Ikenne Local Government Area, the Senator representing Ogun Central Senatorial District, Sen. Shuaib Afolabi…
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Ogun govt congratulates new DSS DG
The Ogun State Government has congratulated the new Director General of the State Security Service (DSS), Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi, on his appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing him as a round peg in a round hole. The congratulatory message, which was signed by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade stated that…
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Abiodun tasks religious leaders on peaceful co-existence
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has urged religious leaders to ensure peaceful co-existence among the adherents of different religions in the state. The governor gave the admonition on Sunday during the turbaning and installation ceremony of the new Chief Imam of Ijebu-Igbo, Ijebu North Local Government Area of the state, Sheikh Quasim Badejo, at the playground of the Orimolusi…
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Osun: PDP chieftain suspended over alleged anti-party activities
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ward 7, Irewole Local Government Area of Osun State has suspended Elder Peter Babalola, a prominent party chieftain, over allegations of anti-party activities. In a letter addressed to the state chairman of the party, Sunday Bisi, and dated August 27, 2024, the suspension was signed by 17 executive members of…
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Lagos reaffirms commitment to business-friendly environment at LCCI Conference
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to creating a conducive environment for both local and international businesses in Lagos. Speaking at the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) International Business Conference and Expo 2024, themed “Invest Nigeria,” held at Eko Hotels and Suites on Wednesday, Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasized the ongoing efforts of the Lagos State…
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Viral rape case: Victim not affiliated with OAU, says management
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo The authorities of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, Osun State, have responded to a viral news story about the rape and robbery of a female passenger by a commercial motorcyclist, known as an Okada rider. Refuting the claim that the victim is an undergraduate of OAU, the University’s Public Relations Officer, Mr. Abiodun Olarewaju, clarified…
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Osun at 33: Adeleke calls for collaboration towards state’s development
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called for a collective effort to ensure the continued growth and prosperity of the state. Adeleke made this call in a statewide broadcast marking the 33rd anniversary of the state’s creation on Tuesday. Reflecting on the progress made since the creation of the state in 1991, Adeleke acknowledged the challenges…
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Gov Abdulrazaq congratulates new NIA, DSS Chiefs
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has congratulated the newly appointed Directors-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and the Department of State Services (DSS), describing them as great professionals and wishing them successful tenures. The governor said the appointment of seasoned diplomat Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed, an indigene of Lafiagi, to lead the NIA opens another promising chapter in the agency’s…
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Lagos HoA to reorder 2024 budget over poor performance of MDAs
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has sought the permission of the House of Assembly to reorder the 2024 budget, which was signed into law in January and has been partially implemented. In a letter sent to the legislative chamber on Monday, August 26, the governor cited a perceived underperformance of several Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) as the primary reason…
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