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Ogun Celebrates Afenifere Leader, Pa Fasoranti, At 100

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The Ogun State Government has joined dignitaries and admirers across Nigeria in celebrating elder statesman and Afenifere leader, Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, on the occasion of his 100th birthday. In a tribute personally signed by Governor Dapo Abiodun, the centenarian was described as a symbol of patriotism, democratic ideals and principled leadership whose contributions to Nigeria’s political evolution remain indelible. The governor noted that Pa Fasoranti, born in Akure a century ago, had distinguished himself as a teacher, school administrator, politician and advocate of good governance. Abiodun recalled that the elder statesman served as Commissioner for Finance in old Ondo State during the administration of late former governor, Michael Adekunle Ajasin, between 1979 and 1983, while also contributing immensely to educational development through the establishment of schools, including Omolere Nursery School and Akure High School extensions. According to the governor, Pa Fasoranti re...
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Abiodun Mourns Death of Yewa Chief Imam at 98

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 Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun joined sons and daughters of Yewaland to bid farewell to the President of the League of Imams and Alfas, sheikh Sikirulai Babalola at the open ground, Igan Alade in Yewa North Local Government Area of the state on Sunday. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has expressed shock over the death of the President of the League of Imams and Alfas in Ogun State and Grand Chief Imam of Yewaland, Sheikh Sikirulai Babalola. The governor spoke on Sunday during the burial ceremony of the late Islamic cleric held at Igan Alalade in Yewa North Local Government Area of the state. Abiodun described the late Sheikh Babalola as a devoted Muslim and respected Islamic scholar who rose to the highest level of leadership within the Muslim community in the state. According to the governor, the deceased not only served as the Grand Chief Imam of Yewaland but also as President of the League of Imams and Alfas in Ogun State, making him one of the most influenti...
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Traditional Rulers Key Partners in Governance, Grassroots Development — Tinubu

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L-R: Wife of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Olori Iyabo Adetona; former Ogun State Governor, Olusegun Osoba; Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun; first son of the late Awujale, Prince Adedire Adetona; and representative of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Arc. Fari-Arole, during the final farewell ceremony and grand reception for the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, held at the Dipo Dina Stadium on Saturday... President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to restoring the relevance of traditional institutions in Nigeria’s governance structure, describing monarchs as indispensable partners in promoting peace, security, and grassroots development across the country. Tinubu stated this on Saturday during the final farewell and reception held in honour of the late Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona at the Dipo Dina Stadium. Represented by Dapo Abiodun, the President said the Renewed Hope Agenda of his administration had deliberately repositioned tr...
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Waste-To-Wealth Advocate Requests APWEN Support For Coastal Innovation

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Mr and Mrs Maduka (middle) flanked by other dignitaries during the 7th edition of the 2026 OMAL organised by APWEN on Friday in Lagos...       By Grace Alegba     Achenyo Idachaba-Obaro, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Mitimeth, has urged the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN) to mentor coastal communities and young innovators on commercialising waste into sustainable businesses.  
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Coalition Of Civil Society Organisations In Kosofe LG Condemns Endorsement of Aspirant For Kosofe Constituency 2

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The Coalition of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Kosofe Local Government area of Lagos State has condemned the recent endorsement statement credited to the Chairman of the Lagos State chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Alhaji Mustapha Sego, concerning political representation within the Kosofe Constituency 2. Speaking in a statement signed by its Convener, Comrade Alex Omotehinse on Friday, the Coalition said that it considered it “both inappropriate and unacceptable for any individual or group, particularly one lacking direct residency or indigenous ties to the Kosofe community to attempt to exert undue influence on the democratic choices of our people.” They said that representation within Kosofe Constituency 2 must remain the exclusive prerogative of its residents and stakeholders, guided by informed consent, credible leadership evaluation, and constitutional democratic processes. “The reported circumstances surrounding this endorsement raise grav...
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Billboard Vandalisation: Osun APC Cannot Run Away From Its Crime: Osun Accord

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Osun Accord has condemned in the strongest possible terms the deliberate vandalisation of its candidate's billboards, vowing that the Osun APC must be held accountable for its unprovoked, premeditated criminal acts. In a statement issued at Osogbo by the state chairman of the party, Pastor Victor Akande said the Osun APC cannot deny or run away from the crimes committed by its hired thugs and warned that the law enforcement agencies should not treat the matter with levity. “Osun APC cannot run away from its shadows, from its crimes. Denial from Osun APC is an afterthought. The dastardly act is too obvious to ignore. “The destruction of billboards was perpetrated across major towns in Osun state. From Osogbo, Ede, Ila, Ilesa, Ile Ife and many other towns. It was a pre-planned evil conduct, leading to loss of millions of naira in materials. “ We take this infraction seriously and we have taken appropriate legal steps to remedy the situation. This illegality will not go unpunished. “I...
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Imole Campaign Council To Unveil Ultra-Modern Imole.Media Centre On Sunday May 10

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The Imole Campaign Council (TICC) is pleased to announce the official unveiling of the Imole Media Centre on Sunday, May 10, 2026. The Imole Media Centre is a highly structured and technologically driven media and communications hub established to provide strategic support for the media operations of the campaign and serve as a fully equipped coordination base for media professionals, digital teams, content creators, communication strategists, researchers, and campaign response units. Designed as a modern political communications facility, the Centre is equipped with advanced digital support systems, high-speed connectivity infrastructure, media production support facilities, workstations, strategic communication units, and recreational spaces to ensure a productive and creative working environment for members of the media and campaign communication teams. The facility is completely off-grid and independently powered by a dedicated solar energy system to guarantee uninterrupted operati...
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