Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has described the late Towulade of Akinale, Oba Femi Ogunleye, as a great leader who lived an eventful life and put his community on the world map during his reign. Oba Ogunleye, one of Nigeria’s topmost journalists, died in the United Kingdom on Wednesday at the age of 79. Prince Abiodun, in a condolence ... Read More »
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Governor Oyebanji Appoints Four New Permanent Secretaries in Ekiti State
In the bid to further position the state civil service for optimal service delivery, Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has approved the appointment of four new Permanent Secretaries to fill available vacancies in the State Civil Service. The new Permanent Secretaries emerged as a result of their brilliant performance in the last examination and interview conducted for candidates from ... Read More »
“Oyo State Expands Road Rehabilitation Efforts to Key Areas”
Residents of Zion Plaza – Olusoji Avenue linking Alao Akala Expressway, Ibadan are hopeful of relief following moves by the Oyo State Road Maintenance Agency, OYSROMA to fix the bad portions of the road. The Chairman, OYSROMA, Mr. Busoye Ogunlade, disclosed in Ibadan, on Friday that the agency also plans to fix other bad portions of the roads in the ... Read More »
INEC Enforces Equal Campaign Access for Edo and Ondo Governorship Elections
Following the publication of the final list of candidates for the governorship elections in Edo and Ondo States, public campaigns have commenced in earnest. Over the years, a recurring problem in Nigeria’s electioneering process has been the use of the power of incumbency to deny opposition parties and candidates access to public facilities for rallies and other campaign activities. These ... Read More »
Kwara Gov excited as Nigerian Army launches CBT Centre in Igbaja
* Gov hails Army’s support for internal security, seeks respect for security agencies * Army Chief lauds Gov’s support in Kwara, North Central • Gov attends Igbaja Day, now Taiyese of Irese Land Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Thursday advocated more appreciation for the sacrifices of the security agencies, including the Nigerian Army. He said the military has played ... Read More »
“Femi Falana SAN Challenges Federal Courts’ Authority Over Chieftaincy Matters”
In the last one week, the Federal High Court and the National Industrial Court have separately conferred jurisdiction on themselves to determine chieftaincy matters. Both decisions are highly erroneous as they cannot be justified under sections 251 and 254(C) of the Constitution. As will be demonstrated anon, both courts conveniently overruled the judgments of the Supreme Court and the Court ... Read More »
Ondo State AG to Review High Court’s Nullification of 33 LCDAs Creation
The Honourable Attorney General of Ondo State, *Dr Olukayode Ajulo, OON*, SAN has taken cognizance of the Ondo State High Court’s recent judgment nullifying the creation of the 33 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs). In response, the Honourable Attorney General has promptly requested the Certified True Copy (CTC) of the judgment. Upon receipt, a meticulous study and analysis will be ... Read More »
IGP Egbetokun Marks One Year in Office: Reflects on Achievements, Sets New Goals
Rolls Out Salient Achievements; Prepares in Earnest for Edo, Ondo Gubernatorial Elections The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, on Thursday 20th June, 2024, hosted the monthly Conference with Senior Police Officers, which coincides with a significant milestone in the current administration, its 365 days in office. The IGP, while addressing senior officers and members of the ... Read More »
NTYTP To Victims of Security Agents’ Brutality: Self-help Not An Option, Condemns Increasing Attacks on Security Operatives
A young people-driven leadership development advocacy group, the Not Too Young To Perform (NTYTP), has strongly condemned rising attacks on Nigerian security operatives on duty, including military officers, Police, and other uniformed personnel of the Nigerian armed forces. The non-governmental organization (NGO) and non-partisan pro-democracy group, in a statement jointly signed by its President/Executive Coordinator, Comrade James Ezema, and the ... Read More »
Rite Foods Spices Up Ojude Oba Festival 2024
Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s leading food and beverage company says its partnership with the Ojude Oba Festival is a testament to its commitment to promoting and preserving the rich cultural heritage of its communities. The Ojude Oba Festival is an annual cultural display of the array and various dances, troops, and gallantry of the Ijebu people – at the King’s ... Read More »