8 h. ago Withdrawal of services by Osun LG workers pathetic, uncalled for, APC Cheiftain

Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, a Cheiftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun, has described the withdrawal of services by local read more Withdrawal of services by Osun LG workers pathetic, uncalled for, APC Cheiftain

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10 h. ago Adeleke promises vehicles, gadgets to boost Amotekun’s operations

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has said Amotekun Corps in the state would soon get operational equipment, motorcycles, and vehicles to enable operatives to perform optimally. The assurance came after the chairman, Osun State Security Network Agency (Amotekun Corps), Assistant Inspector General of Police, Wale Abbas (retd.), had placed the demands of the command which Read More

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10 h. ago Osun recruits 1,150 Amotekun Corps, promises support with necessary equipment

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has recruited 1,150 Amotekun Corps to aid security and promised to support them with adequate equipment. In his speech at the passing-out parade of the corps at the NYSC orientation camp, Ede, on Friday, he disclosed that the amended law has provided opportunities to be a […] The post Osun recruits 1,150 Amotekun Corps, promises support with necessary equipment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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27 h. ago Annie Macaulay Breaks Silence, Drops “Idibia” From Surname After Publicised Split

Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay has officially returned to Instagram following her failed marriage and time in rehabilitation. On Thursday, the mother of two shared a heartfelt post on her Instagram page expressing gratitude to her family and friends for their unwavering support during her difficult times. She appreciated the love she received and made it […] The post Annie Macaulay Breaks Silence, Drops “Idibia” From Surname After Publicised Split appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago On birthday, actress Matilda Lambert unveils #7forGreen for healthier planet

By Damiete Braide Award-winning Nigerian actress, filmmaker, and environmentalist, Matilda Gogo Lambert, cares about the planet. As the founder of Tilda Goes Green Foundation, she is celebrating her birthday with the launch of #7forGreen, a seven-day global sustainability challenge aimed at promoting eco-friendly practices and advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Running from […] The post On birthday, actress Matilda Lambert unveils #7forGreen for healthier planet appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Osun community seeks govt’s intervention on social amenities

Tribune Online Osun community seeks govt’s intervention on social amenities Residents of the Songbe community in Ejigbo South Local Council Development Area of Osun State have called on the state government to provide them with basic infrastructural amenities that would make life meaningful. Osun community seeks govt’s intervention on social amenities Tribune Online

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32 h. ago New deal between Osun govt, Segilola has no link with investigative report — Spokesperson 

Tribune Online New deal between Osun govt, Segilola has no link with investigative report — Spokesperson  The Osun State government has refuted reports claiming that the agreement brokered by the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, between Thors Exploration Limited and the State Government was based on a report of a 12-man investigative committee. The state government, in a statement on Thursday signed by Mallam Olawale Rasheed, spokesperson for Governor […] New deal between Osun govt, Segilola has no link with investigative report — Spokesperson  Tribune Online

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36 h. ago Adeleke establishes camps for victims of Osun communities’ conflict

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has ordered the immediate establishment of three holding camps to provide shelter and relief read more Adeleke establishes camps for victims of Osun communities’ conflict

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37 h. ago Reps to probe N8trn revenue loss from tax incentives, waivers

The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the alleged abuse of tax incentives, waivers, and exemptions, which has reportedly cost the Federal Government an estimated N8trn in lost revenue. The decision followed the adoption of a motion of urgent public importance moved by a member representing Oriade/Obokun Federal Constituency, Osun State, Oluwole Oke, Read More

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41 h. ago Nigeria can produce over 2.5m tonnes of fish annually, says varsity Don

Urges FG to support small-scale operators for fish production From Lateef Dada, Osogbo A University Don, Prof. Mabel Ipinmoroti, has disclosed that Nigeria has the potential to produce over 2.5 million tonnes of fish annually if available resources are well utilised. She lamented that the mining fields within the river basins of Osun river has […] The post Nigeria can produce over 2.5m tonnes of fish annually, says varsity Don appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Adeleke Blames Osun Communal Crisis On Distortion Of History

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State blamed the communal crisis in Ifon Osun, Ilobu, and Erin Osun for distorting historical facts. Speaking at a two-day workshop on historical methodology at Adeleke University, Ede, to explore the diverse approaches and techniques that shape human understanding of history, the governor, who was represented by the Commissioner in […]

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47 h. ago PDP Governors Challenge Fubara’s Suspension At Supreme Court

Seven governors of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have Instituted a suit before the Supreme Court of Nigeria, challenging the six months suspension of the Rivers State governor, Siminalaye Fubara. The governors of Bauchi, Adamawa, Bayelsa, Enugu, Osun, Plateau, and Zamfara, are questioning what powers the President has to carry out such action (suspension). Mentioned […]

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56 h. ago Auto crash: Court remands driver over UNIOSUN students, others’ death

Tribune Online Auto crash: Court remands driver over UNIOSUN students, others’ death An Osogbo Magistrate Court sitting in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State, on Wednesday ordered the remand of a luxury bus driver, Ibrahim Muntari, over his alleged involvement in a tragic accident that claimed the lives of five students of Osun State University (UNIOSUN) and others in Ikire. Auto crash: Court remands driver over UNIOSUN students, others’ death Tribune Online

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57 h. ago Adeleke orders IDP camp for displaced residents of warring Osun communities

By Lateef Dada, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed the immediate establishment of three holding camps for displaced people from Ifon-Osun, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun in the town halls of their communities. A statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, on Wednesday disclosed that the directive came after confirmation of the implementation of the distribution […] The post Adeleke orders IDP camp for displaced residents of warring Osun communities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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57 h. ago Osun: Court remands driver for causing death of 6 Uniosun students

By Lateef Dada, Osogbo A magistrate court in Osogbo, Osun State, has remanded a 35-year-old man, Ibrahim Muntari, in a correctional centre for alleged reckless driving, leading to the death of six students of Osun State University. The police prosecutor, Akintunde Jacob, told the court that the defendant drove in a dangerous manner that caused […] The post Osun: Court remands driver for causing death of 6 Uniosun students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago Ifon/Ilobu/Erin conflict: Adeleke orders establishment of holding camps for displaced people

Tribune Online Ifon/Ilobu/Erin conflict: Adeleke orders establishment of holding camps for displaced people Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has directed the immediate establishment of three holding camps for displaced persons from Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin Osun. Ifon/Ilobu/Erin conflict: Adeleke orders establishment of holding camps for displaced people Tribune Online

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60 h. ago Actress Lilian Afegbai calls out friend after being charged $1,200 for aso

By Seyi Babalola Nigerian actress, Lilian Afegbai has called out a friend living in Lagos for selling her wedding aso ebi in dollars. In an Instagram post on Wednesday, Afegbai claimed she was astonished to learn that the aso ebi cloth she was given cost $1,200. The actress expressed amazement, claiming that Nigerian brides are […] The post Actress Lilian Afegbai calls out friend after being charged $1,200 for aso-ebi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Adeleke blames historical distortion for Osun communal clashes

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has called on historians to avoid distortion of facts to prevent communal conflicts. Adeleke spoke at Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State, on Tuesday, at the methodology workshop with the theme: “Cutting Edge Knowledge Production for 21st Historians and Diplomats.” The workshop was organised by the Historical Society of Nigeria, in Read More

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3 d. ago Collaboration between states and mining operations will boost national development – Alake

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has stressed the need for a harmonious relationship between state governments and mining operators to attract investment and boost the nation’s mining sector. Dr. Alake stated this during a mediation parley with Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, and representatives from Segilola Resources […] The post Collaboration between states and mining operations will boost national development – Alake appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago UNIOSUN alumni blame reckless driving for students, others’ death

The Osun State University Alumni Association has condoled families and colleagues of five students of the institution who were among the 10 casualties recorded in a road crash that occurred along the Ife-Ibadan Expressway on Sunday. PUNCH Online had earlier reported that the management of Osun State University, Osogbo, announced that the institution lost five Read More

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