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INSECURITY: Tinubu’s aide urges suspension of Ori Oke prayer gatherings in Kwara, Kogi
The Presidency has called on residents and religious groups in Kwara and Kogi States to temporarily suspend Ori Oke prayer gatherings, citing heightened security risks in both states. In a statement issued by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement for the North Central and signed by Abiodun Essiet, worshippers were advised to avoid…
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Why we endorsed President Tinubu for second term — Governor Adeleke
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has explained the rationale behind his administration’s endorsement of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in 2027. Adeleke, in a statement by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, made the remarks during an inspection of the ongoing reconstruction of the Ibadan–Ile-Ife–Ilesa Expressway, describing Tinubu as “our own…
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Ondo police dismiss viral attack-alert video, assure residents of safety
By Boye Oyeyemi The Ondo State Police Command has dismissed, as unverified, a viral video alleging impending attacks in parts of the state, assuring residents that there is no confirmed intelligence suggesting any planned terrorist activity. The command, in a statement issued on Monday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Abayomi Jimoh, said the video, allegedly featuring a cleric warning…
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INEC unveils tech support system for PLWDs ahead of Ekiti poll
By Boye Oyeyemi The Independent National Electoral Commission has said it will deploy assistive technology and special voting arrangements to ensure persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups fully participate in the June 20, 2026 governorship election in Ekiti State. The Resident Electoral Commissioner in the state, Bunmi Omosehindemi, disclosed this in Ado-Ekiti during the Ekiti Decides Citizens’ Town Hall…
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Lagos pays retirees N8bn, expands welfare for workers, pensioners
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government says it has paid a total of N8,042,264,264.91 to retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme and the Defined Benefit Scheme as part of efforts to strengthen workers’ welfare and improve pension administration in the state public service. The state Head of Service, Bode Agoro, disclosed this on Monday during the 2026 Ministerial Press…
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PDP stakeholders visit Gov Makinde, fault FG over Oriire attack
By Adejayan Gbenga The Interim National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the party’s Board of Trustees have called for a total overhaul of Nigeria’s security architecture, urging the Federal Government to take greater responsibility for protecting lives and property. The call was made during a condolence visit to Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, following the recent…
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Lagos govt spends N2.13bn on vulnerable residents
By Adeola Ogunrinde The Lagos State Government on Monday disclosed that it disbursed more than N2.13 billion to 3,301 vulnerable residents within the last one year under the Eko Cares Financial Assistance Programme. The government said the intervention forms part of efforts to deepen social welfare programmes, strengthen grassroots governance, and expand citizen engagement across the state amid prevailing economic…
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Key Lagos Assembly power brokers who suffered major defeat in APC primaries
The outcome of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary election for tickets into the Lagos State House of Assembly, released by the party on Monday, has sparked conversations about the perceived decline in the political influence of the Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, both within the party and across Lagos politics. Notably, several principal officers and influential…
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Alaafin marks Orangun of Ila’s 23rd coronation anniversary, praises leadership
By Adejayan Gbenga The Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has congratulated the Orangun of Ila, Oba Abdulwahab Oyedotun, on his 23rd coronation anniversary, describing him as a true leader committed to service, peace, and cultural preservation. In a statement issued through his Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, the Alaafin praised the monarch’s visionary…
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Abiodun distributes operational vehicles to 20 Ogun permanent secretaries
The Ogun State Government has distributed operational vehicles to 20 Permanent Secretaries as part of efforts to strengthen policy implementation, improve inter-agency coordination, and enhance service delivery across the state. Speaking during the distribution exercise on behalf of Governor Dapo Abiodun, the immediate past Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, described mobility as a critical component of effective governance and…
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