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Nigeria not “mature” for State Policing- IGP Egbetokun
The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun has said Nigeria is not “mature” for state policing despite the myriad of security challenges facing it, adding that State governors could use the police forces under their control for political or personal gain and undermine human rights and security. He spoke on Monday during a national dialogue on state police held…
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Rain storm destroys properties worth N100m in Ogun
By Kolawole Olayinka, Abeokuta Properties worth over N100 million, including vehicles, electrical poles were destroyed by the heavy rain, around Under bridge in Sango-Ota and Oju-Ore area of Ota, both in Ado-Odo/Ota local government area of Ogun State. Western Post reliably gathered that no fewer than 20 electrical poles and wires were destroyed during the heavy downpour. The downpour which…
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Gov. Adeleke clarifies who among his wives will officially host Nigeria’s First Lady
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has said there is no conflict over who among his two wives to host First Lady of Nigeria, Her Excellency, Oluremi Tinubu on her official visit to the State tomorrow (Tuesday). WESTERN POST correspondent gathered that two different posters were allegedly printed by the two wives of the Governor, Amb. Erelu…
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Rivers Assembly vetoes Fubara, passes LG Bill into law
The Rivers State House of Assembly, on Monday, vetoed the assent of Governor Siminialayi Fubara to pass the State’s Local Government (Amendment) Bill into law. It would be recalled that the House had on March 13, 2024, passed the Local Government (Amendment) Bill and forwarded it to the Governor for assent, but he declined it. However, the Bill was represented…
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Kwara NMA Chairman, Dr Ahmed offers free health services to Ilorin communities
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin A general medical practitioner, Dr Abdulkadri Ahmed has conducted a free healthcare services for three communities namely, Gbagba, Adifa and Bolanta, all within Ilorin East Local Government Area in Kwara State. This year’s edition, the fourth in the series is usually organized annually to mark the medical practitioner’s birthday and to give back to the society.…
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Abiodun begins sale of rice at discounted rates
By Kolawole Olayinka, Abeokuta Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commenced the sale of rice to civil servants in the state as parts of his commitment to the welfare of the workforce. The event took place at the ‘Oja Irorun’ Civil Servants Farmers’ Market at the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. Abiodun, who was represented by the Head of Service,…
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Olubadan designate attends religious function at St Peters Cathedral
By Innocent Raphael The Olubadan designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, on Sunday made his second public appearance at the St Peters Cathedral in Aremo, Ibadan North East local government area. Accompanied by his immediate family, friends, and associates, Oba Olakulehin attended the religious service, marking a significant moment in his pre-ascension engagements. This follows his initial public appearance during his nomination…
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BREAKING: 3 dead, many injured as Bandits invade Zamfara market
At least three persons have been reportedly killed while several others were injured as bandits invaded a market in Tsafe town, headquarters of Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. An eyewitness narrated that the bandits stormed the market around 11am on Sunday morning and opened fire on the marketers. The spokesperson of the Nigerian Police in Zamfara State, ASP…
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Eno urges residents to safeguard public facilities against vandalism
By Innocent Raphael Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has urged the residents to safeguard public facilities against vandalism. Eno emphasized the importance of safeguarding public facilities, stating that the government cannot continuously invest in repairs. Speaking at the April edition of the Government House monthly prayer service in Uyo, he stressed the need for communities to protect these…
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UPDATED: Kwara govt seals market over sale of contaminated meat
By Mosunmola Ayobami,Ilorin The Kwara State Ministry of Environment has sealed the abattoir in Mandate Market over sale of contaminated meat. The State government said it would used the period to fumigate and carryout general cleaning of the facility. Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr. Abubakar Ayinla, said the steps were part of the efforts to protect members of the…
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