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Easter: Abiru urges unity, steadfastness in nation building
The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Banking, Insurance, and Other Financial Institutions, Senator Tokunbo Abiru, extended warm Easter greetings to Christians in Lagos East Senatorial District and across Nigeria. In his Easter message, Senator Abiru emphasized the importance of unity, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence among Nigerians, regardless of faith or background, encouraging citizens to reflect on the significance of…
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With harmonised transport system, Southwest can become largest economy in Nigeria – Lagos SSG
The Secretary to the Lagos State Government, Barrister ‘Bimbola Salu-Hundeyin, has said the Southwest region could become the largest economy in Nigeria if the region’s transportation systems are harmonised and efficiently developed across all six states. Speaking at the Southwest Secretaries to the State Governments Forum held in Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Salu-Hundeyin emphasised the urgent need to strengthen rail transport…
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Easter: Aiyedatiwa preaches unity, peaceful coexistence
As Christians all over the world celebrate Easter, Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has urged the people of the State to use the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ to show love to one another and promote unity among all residents. The governor made the charge on Saturday in his Easter message signed by his Chief Press Secretary,…
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Tragedy as family of four, maid die in fatal crash in Osun
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo A family of four—comprising a father, three children, and their maid—lost their lives in a fatal road accident involving a truck and a Toyota Hilux along the Ife-Ilesa Expressway in Osun State on Saturday. The wife, who was also in the vehicle, sustained critical injuries and was rushed to a private hospital in Ipetumodu for urgent…
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Okpebholo inspects 400 hectares of farmlands, road projects in Edo
The governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo has inspected Uwesan Farm Settlement in Esan Central Local Government Area, saying his administration has put modalities in place to boost food security. A statement issued on Saturday by his Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua said the governor also inspected the 2.3km Illeh, Akho, Irrua road with side drains to channel water…
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Oyo Govt moves to resolve age-long boundary disputes in 12 LGAs
By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Government has called on stakeholders in warring communities to desist from actions that could escalate tensions, as efforts intensify to resolve long-standing boundary disputes in the state. The government announced plans to settle disputes involving 12 Local Government Areas: Ibadan South West and Oluyole; Oyo East and Afijio; Kajola and Iwajowa; Akinyele and Afijio;…
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Sanwo-Olu’s wife preaches love at Easter, fetes children
By Adeola Ogunrinde Wife of the Lagos State governor, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has called on Christians and Nigerians to show love to one another, reflecting on the significance of Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection. She made this call during the 2025 Family Easter Fiesta themed “Love Beyond Measure,” held at Lagos House, Marina. Quoting Isaiah 53:5, Mrs. Sanwo-Olu described Jesus’…
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100-level University of Ilesa student electrocuted while charging phone
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo A tragic incident has claimed the life of a 100-level Business Administration student at the University of Ilesa, Osun State, Gbolahan Ojolo. The student was reportedly electrocuted on Friday evening in his room while playing a game on his mobile phone, which was being charged. According to a statement made available to newsmen in Osogbo by…
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Ekiti APC caucus endorses Tinubu, Oyebanji for second term
The Ekiti State Caucus of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Friday unanimously endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Biodun Oyebanji for second terms in office. The decision, which was reached during a special caucus meeting held in Iyin Ekiti, was based on their exemplary leadership and impactful policies that have significantly influenced governance at both federal and state…
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Kwara: One dead in rainstorm as Gov AbdulRazaq commiserates with victims
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has extended his heartfelt condolences to the people of Ilesha-Baruba following the destruction caused by a rainstorm, which claimed the life of one resident. He also sympathized with victims of the heavy downpour in other parts of the state, including the capital city, Ilorin, on Friday. The governor’s condolence message was…
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