11 h. ago Osun ALGON promises to recall sacked workers, offset traditional rulers’ arrears

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo The Osun State Chapter of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), has promised to re-engage the 1,500 teachers employed by the former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola but sacked by the administration of Ademola Adeleke. The association reaffirmed its commitment to grassroots governance, assuring that the legally recognized All Progressives Congress […] The post Osun ALGON promises to recall sacked workers, offset traditional rulers’ arrears appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Kwara hosts Islamic scholars, Imams to reposition mosques as hubs of community leadership

Tribune Online Kwara hosts Islamic scholars, Imams to reposition mosques as hubs of community leadership Islamic scholars, imams, traditional rulers, students and faithful from across Nigeria gathered in Ajase-Ipo, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, for the second annual Imams’ Conference a one-day event focused on revitalising the role of mosques and their leaders in contemporary society. With the theme ‘The Mosque, the Imam and Da’wah’, the conference, organised […] Kwara hosts Islamic scholars, Imams to reposition mosques as hubs of community leadership Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Abia to recruit 771 health workers, frowns at pregnant women patronizing traditional birth centres

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti said he has approved the recruitment of 771 health professionals including doctors among other health experts to enhance medical services in the Primary Health Centers in the state. This is even as the State Government has frowned at the altitude of some pregnant women who […] The post Abia to recruit 771 health workers, frowns at pregnant women patronizing traditional birth centres appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Sultan Of Sokoto Pays Condolence Visit To Late Awujale’s Family

The Sultan of Sokoto and chairman of National Traditional Rulers Council of Nigeria (NTRCN), Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has visited the royal household of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Ogbagba II, in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, on a condolence visit. The Sultan, who arrived South-West on Thursday September 25, for the […]

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7 d. ago 8 key facts about Oba Rashidi Ladoja, new Olubadan of Ibadanland

Tribune Online 8 key facts about Oba Rashidi Ladoja, new Olubadan of Ibadanland Former Oyo State governor, Rashidi Ladoja, has officially been installed as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, marking a historic moment in the traditional and political history of Nigeria’s largest indigenous city. Tribune Online reports that Oba Ladoja, who emerged from the Civil Line of the chieftaincy ladder in the ancient city, was confirmed as the […] 8 key facts about Oba Rashidi Ladoja, new Olubadan of Ibadanland Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Afia Olu Nnewi festival: Blend of culture, innovation, tradition

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Nnewi community, Anambra State erupted into a cultural carnival and extraordinary showcase of indigenous tradition and craft at this year’s Afia Olu Festival held recently. The annual event which traditionally signifies the community’s period of eating the New Yam and thanking God for a bountiful harvest, however, took another dimension and […] The post Afia Olu Nnewi festival: Blend of culture, innovation, tradition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Sultan Of Sokoto Arrives Ibadan For 44th Olubadan’s Coronation

Ahead of the historic coronation of former governor of Oyo State, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadan Land, on Friday, the Sultan of Sokoto and co-chairman of National Traditional Rulers Council of Nigeria (NSCIA), Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has arrived Ibadan on Thursday. The plane, which carried the Sultan, who […]

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1 week ago Don’t usurp roles of LG chairmen – Akwa Ibom gov charges traditional rulers

swears in new Chairman of Traditional Rulers Council By John Ogunsemore The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, has charged traditional rulers in the state to recognize the role of Chairmen as chief executive officers of their local government areas and not engage in a power tussle with them. He said an […] The post Don’t usurp roles of LG chairmen – Akwa Ibom gov charges traditional rulers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago South East governors incapacitated, say traditional rulers; demand state police

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Traditional rulers in South East have described governors in the region as incapacitated to tackle the worsening insecurity in the area and called for adoption of state police to tackle the menace. At their meeting in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State capital, at the weekend, the monarchs lamented the security situation in the […] The post South East governors incapacitated, say traditional rulers; demand state police appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Orijin fosters culture, community connection to preserve tradition across Nigeria

Orijin has invested in the promotion of culture and community connection as part of its commitment to preserving tradition while read more Orijin fosters culture, community connection to preserve tradition across Nigeria

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2 w. ago ‘Traditional Rulers’ Role Key In Tackling Insecurity’, Says Olu Of Warri

The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III has urged the Federal Government to formally strengthen the role of traditional rulers in Nigeria’s security framework as trusted custodians of values and discipline in communities. The referred monarch stated this in Kaduna during the Exercise Haske Biyu 2025 at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC), […]

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2 w. ago Egungun tradition: Catalyst for social integration, development in Ijesaland

Tribune Online Egungun tradition: Catalyst for social integration, development in Ijesaland THE origin of Egungun in Ijeshaland, a region predominantly inhabited by the Ijesha people, a subgroup of the Yoruba ethnic group in Southwestern Nigeria can be traced through both oral traditions and cultural history of Ijesha people. In Ijeshaland, Egungun is a revered cultural masquerade festival to honour ancestors and the dead. It’s an Integral […] Egungun tradition: Catalyst for social integration, development in Ijesaland Tribune Online

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