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An Islamic cleric, Imam Olorunlomerue, has called on politicians in Osun State to retrieve firearms allegedly distributed to political thugs during the last governorship election to prevent further bloodshed in the state. The cleric, who spoke on a political programme on a private radio station in Osogbo, warned that the…
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Broad Focus for Community Development has marked its first anniversary with a one-day skill acquisition training for 30 youths in Osogbo, the Osun State capital. The training held on Wednesday, ahead of the NGO’s anniversary tomorrow, August 27, targeted participants between the ages of 12 and 21. Beneficiaries were taken…
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The Federal Government on Wednesday launched a $1bn social protection initiative aimed at moving vulnerable Nigerians from dependence on temporary palliatives to sustainable pathways of economic empowerment and self-reliance. The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, stated this at the launch of the Household Prosperity and Empowerment Social Protection Project and…
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The National Association of Nigerian Students has criticised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s proposal to restore fuel subsidy if elected president in 2027, describing the promise as a political response to economic hardship rather than a sustainable solution to Nigeria’s fiscal challenges. The NANS President, Akinteye Babatunde, stated this in…
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The Osun State Chapter of the Democratic Leadership Alliance, DLA, has lauded the appointment of its chairman, Dr Tosin Odeyemi, as Co-Chairman of the National Campaign Council of the party. The state Publicity Secretary of the party, Qasim Odetara, in a statement late Tuesday, described the appointment as well-deserved and…
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The All Progressives Congress in Osun State has pledged full cooperation with the newly posted Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim D. Zungura, while demanding impartial policing in the state. The party’s Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, in a statement on Tuesday, said the APC is ready to partner…
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Members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Osogbo Local Government have commenced a review of the party’s performance in the August 15 governorship election, with a vow to rebuild a stronger party structure ahead of future polls. APC chieftain and Executive Director, Marine and Operations, Nigerian Ports Authority, Lekan…
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The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr. Adegboyega Oyetola, has condemned the escalating post-election violence and the tragic loss of lives across parts of the state. In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser, Dr. Bolaji Akinola, the former Governor of Osun State described the attacks on…
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Governor Ademola Adeleke has felicitated with Muslims in the state on Eid-ul-Mawlid, appreciating their support and prayers during the just-concluded governorship election. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, the governor urged residents to emulate the virtues of Prophet Muhammad, particularly peace, forgiveness, compassion and tolerance. He also…
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The Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdurosheed Akanbi, has urged President Bola Tinubu to grant presidential amnesty to detained Biafra separatist leader, Nnamdi Kanu, as part of efforts to promote national healing and unity. In a statement by his media aide, Ibrahim Alli, the monarch said lingering grievances among some members…
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