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Ogun Marks 50th Anniversary with Colourful Cultural Carnival, Road Show in Abeokuta

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Activities marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of Ogun State continued on Thursday with a vibrant cultural carnival and road show that brought colour, music and excitement to major streets of Abeokuta, the state capital. The procession featured six beautifully decorated floats representing the state’s major regions — Remo, Ijebu, Yewa and Egba (RIYE) — alongside a symbolic fish float highlighting the riverine communities, all celebrating Ogun’s rich cultural diversity. Speaking at a reception held at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Kuto, Abeokuta, Governor Dapo Abiodun reaffirmed the state’s growing prominence in Nigeria, attributing its progress to the resilience, creativity and hard work of its people. He described the carnival as a powerful showcase of Ogun’s cultural strength and organisational capacity, noting that it reflected the state’s ability to excel both economically and socially. “Just as we demonstrated during the National Sports Festival, we have once again shown t...
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CNPP Demands Adoption of Reps Version of Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2026 ....Slams Senate for Retaining Discretionary Electronic Transmission ....Calls Senate's Move Anti-Democratic and National Calamity

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The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) has called on the bipartisan Conference Committee of the National Assembly to adopt the House of Representatives’ version of the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill 2026, insisting that the proposal represents the most credible pathway toward transparent and verifiable elections in Nigeria. In a strongly worded press statement signed by the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the umbrella body of registered political parties and political associations in the country, Comrade James Ezema, the CNPP urged lawmakers to act in the overriding national interest by supporting provisions that make electronic transmission of election results mandatory. The CNPP stated that the House Representatives' version of the bill “unequivocally provides for mandatory electronic transmission of election results and compels Presiding Officers to upload polling unit results to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Result Viewing Portal (IReV)...
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Ogun At 50: Abiodun Pledges Fairness, Equitable Development Across State

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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has reaffirmed his commitment to governing with fairness, justice and inclusiveness, assuring residents that development will continue to reach every part of the state. The governor gave the assurance on Tuesday during the State Banquet held at the Arcade Ground, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, as part of activities marking Ogun State’s 50th anniversary. Tracing the state’s journey since its creation on February 3, 1976, Abiodun said Ogun has grown steadily into Nigeria’s industrial capital, driven by consistent investments and strategic planning. He explained that his administration has prioritised human capital development, education, housing, road infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture and sports, leading to what he described as unprecedented progress across sectors. “I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the good people of Ogun State. I assure you that every promise I made will be fulfilled, and I will continue to govern with ...
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Polaris Bank Marks World Cancer Day With Free Breast Cancer Screening For 100 Women Nationwide

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In commemoration of World Cancer Day, slated for February 4, 2026, Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to community health and social   impact   with   the   launch   of   a   nationwide   free   breast   cancer   screening   initiative   in partnership with its NGO partner, Care Organization and Public Enlightenment (C.O.P.E).  The initiative is designed to promote awareness, screening, early detection, and preventive care, reinforcing   the   Bank’s   belief   that   access   to   health   services   is   a   critical   foundation   for individual and economic wellbeing. As   part   of   this   year’s   World   Cancer   Day   activities,...
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Primate Ayodele To Establish School Of Communication, Partners FUOYE

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The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has concluded plans to establish a school of Communication in Lagos state, in partnership with the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti. The groundbreaking event, which is to be held on Thursday, 5th of February 2026, will be attended by very important personalities, academicians, officials of the Nigerian University Commission, FUOYE’s officials, to mention a few. According to information available at our disposal, FUOYE will be offering a distance learning programme in the school for communication students and when it's finished, will issue a globally-recognised certificate, confirming the credibility of the institution. Speaking on the reason behind the initiative, Primate Ayodele stated that he has always loved communications as a course of study, and he has always wanted to impact people in such a way that will be of benefit to them. He made it known that he once studied mass communication at a prestigious insti...
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Osun LG Funds’ Hijack A Criminal Assault On Democracy — MCE Warns Of Possible Citizens’ Self-help

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The Movement for Credible Elections (MCE) has expressed shock, outrage, and deep alarm over what it described as the latest twist in the Osun State Local Government (LG) crisis, labelling the development a brazen and criminal assault on democracy, the rule of law, and the rights of hardworking citizens. In a press statement signed by its Media Coordinator, Comrade James Ezema, the group alleged that court-sacked All Progressives Congress (APC) local government chairmen in Osun State, in collusion with a former Governor of the state who is now a Minister, as well as the United Bank for Africa (UBA), had illegally hijacked funds released by the Federal Government for the state’s local governments.  According to the Movement, the funds were diverted to unelected politicians and party cronies. Speaking on behalf of the Movement, the head of its National Secretariat, Veteran Olawale Okunniyi, described the alleged act as an "audacious violation of Osun State law", noting that the ...
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Fidelity Bank Improves Access To Quality Education in Anambra

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Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing quality education and youth empowerment with the renovation of an administrative building to Community Secondary School, Enugwuabo Ufuma, in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State. The one-storey administrative block was comprehensively renovated as part of Fidelity Bank’s interventions to address infrastructural challenges faced by the school. The renovated facility was then formally handed over to the school community at a ceremony attended by government officials, community leaders, and other stakeholders. Speaking at the official handover ceremony, the Regional Bank Head, Fidelity Bank Plc Awka, Dr. Nosa Orumwense, said the project underscores the bank’s long-standing commitment to investing in education as a catalyst for sustainable development. “For us at Fidelity Bank, this project represents more than a building. It represents opportunity, progress, and a shared commitment t...
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