29 h. ago Ekiti govt approves appointment of three new traditional rulers

Tribune Online Ekiti govt approves appointment of three new traditional rulers The Ekiti State government has approved the appointments of three princes as traditional rulers for communities in the state. Ekiti govt approves appointment of three new traditional rulers Tribune Online

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59 h. ago Many traditional rulers are ignorant of culture — Osun monarch

Tribune Online Many traditional rulers are ignorant of culture — Osun monarch "To lose culture is to lose a part of ourselves. But to protect culture, to invest in it, to learn from it and to pass it on is an act of survival. It is resistance. Many traditional rulers are ignorant of culture — Osun monarch Tribune Online

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65 h. ago Amankanu Community In Enugu Cries Out Over Prolonged Chieftaincy Crisis

The Amankanu community in Enugu State has raised alarm over a prolonged chieftaincy crisis that has left the community without a traditional ruler for over a decade. In a press statement issued by the Concerned Citizens of Amankanu and signed by Chief Dr. Joel Tochukwu Mba, the group called for urgent government intervention to restore […]

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3 d. ago Niger Delta: CSOs, Bayelsa traditional ruler kick against divestment of oil assets

Tribune Online Niger Delta: CSOs, Bayelsa traditional ruler kick against divestment of oil assets Coalition of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) led by Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) in collaboration with Social Action on Monday kicked against the divestment of oil assets in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. Niger Delta: CSOs, Bayelsa traditional ruler kick against divestment of oil assets Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Uplift our forebears’ culture, tradition, Olowu charges Yoruba monarchs

By Sunday Ani Olowu of Kuta, Oba Hammed Adekunle Makama Oyelude, CON, has urged traditional rulers in Yorubaland to respect the oath of their office. In statement by his media office on Friday, he urged the Yoruba monarchs to uplift the culture and traditions of their forebears. Oba Makama, who was reacting to the statement […] The post Uplift our forebears’ culture, tradition, Olowu charges Yoruba monarchs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Uplift Our Forebears’ Culture, Traditions, Olowu Urges Yoruba Monarchs

Olowu of Kuta, HRM Oba Dr Hammed Adekunle Makama Oyelude, Tegbosun III, has urged traditional rulers in Yorubaland to respect the oath of their office. According to a statement issued by his media office on Friday in Kuta, Osun State, the Olowu urged Yoruba Obas to uplift the culture and traditions of their forebears. Oba […]

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8 d. ago Police arrest Ondo traditional ruler for abducting, sexually abusing minor

The Ondo State Police Command on Thursday confirmed the arrest of one Chief Adeniyi Ifedayo over alleged abduction and sexual abuse of a 12-year-old girl in Laaagba community in Ondo East Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, Olayinka Ayanlade confirmed the monarch’s arrest. Ifedayo, who is […] The post Police arrest Ondo traditional ruler for abducting, sexually abusing minor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Soludo presents certificates of recognition to four Anambra traditional rulers

Tribune Online Soludo presents certificates of recognition to four Anambra traditional rulers "Returning to our roots means reinstating the values that define who we are as a people. I urge you to engage our youth, particularly Soludo presents certificates of recognition to four Anambra traditional rulers Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Oku Ibom Ibibio backs call for constitutional role for traditional rulers

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar His Eminence, Ntenyin (Dr.) Solomon Etuk, CFR, the Oku Ibom Ibibio and President General of Akwa Ibom State Supreme Council of Traditional Rulers have defended calls for a constitutional role for traditional rulers. The Akwa Ibom monarch made his position known in Calabar during the 14th Extraordinary General Assembly of the […] The post Oku Ibom Ibibio backs call for constitutional role for traditional rulers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Benue: SGF Akume Meets Tor Tiv, Och’Idoma Over Tinubu’s Peace Mission

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has met with the paramount traditional rulers of Benue State – the Tor Tiv, His Royal Majesty, Orchivirigh Prof. James Ayatse, and the Och’Idoma, His Royal Majesty, Agabaidu Elaigwu Odogbo Obagaji John, as part of continuous efforts to restore peace and security in […]

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1 week ago Akume meets Tor Tiv, Och’Idoma, others to advance Tinubu peace initiative

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a decisive move to restore peace and security in Benue State, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, convened a high-level meeting with the traditional rulers of the state — the Tor Tiv, His Royal Majesty Orchivirigh Prof James Ayatse, and the Och’Idoma, His Royal Majesty […] The post Akume meets Tor Tiv, Och’Idoma, others to advance Tinubu peace initiative appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Gov Lawal meets traditional rulers on healthcare performance in Zamfara

Tribune Online Gov Lawal meets traditional rulers on healthcare performance in Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State has held a meeting with emirs and community leaders on the biannual Primary Healthcare performance review in the state. Gov Lawal meets traditional rulers on healthcare performance in Zamfara Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Dispute over mining royalties sparks tension in Enugu communities

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Tension is rising in Iwollo Omashi kingdom, Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State, as some aggrieved youths accuse their traditional rulers and leaders of corruption and failure to protect the people’s interests in a mining deal. The kingdom, made up of four autonomous communities, Iwollo Omashi, Aguobu Iwollo, Owolloti Iwollo, […] The post Dispute over mining royalties sparks tension in Enugu communities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago We want more of your govt’s impacts, Ekiti community tells Oyebanji

Tribune Online We want more of your govt’s impacts, Ekiti community tells Oyebanji Stakeholders and leaders including traditional ruler in Okemesi-Ekiti, Ekiti West Local Government Area of Ekiti State have called for more of the state government's presence in Okemesi community. We want more of your govt’s impacts, Ekiti community tells Oyebanji Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Okomu Kingdom seeks traditional rulers help to resolve lingering communal crises

…Constitutes 18-member committee From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin   The Pere of Okomu Kingdom in Ovia South West Local Government Area of Edo State, HRM Pius Yanbor, has requested the support and help of eight traditional rulers of an Ijaw extraction to intervene and settle the lingering crisis rocking the kingdom. In a statement made available […] The post Okomu Kingdom seeks traditional rulers help to resolve lingering communal crises appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Uzodinma, Saraki, Ooni, others in NASS ahead Tinubu’s June 12 address

In a rare show of political unity and anticipation, prominent Nigerian political leaders and traditional rulers gathered at the National read more Uzodinma, Saraki, Ooni, others in NASS ahead Tinubu’s June 12 address

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3 w. ago Curses Await Those Who Criticise Men Of God — Pastor Chris Warns

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, founder of Believers’ LoveWorld Incorporated, also known as Christ Embassy, has warned against speaking ill of men of God. Addressing his congregation during a sermon, the renowned clergyman urged Christians to avoid criticising pastors, stressing that such actions could attract curses. READ MORE: Enugu Traditional Rulers Confer Chieftaincy Title On Remi Tinubu […] The post Curses Await Those Who Criticise Men Of God — Pastor Chris Warns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Enugu Traditional Rulers Confer Chieftaincy Title On Remi Tinubu

Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady, has been honoured with the esteemed chieftaincy title of ‘Ugosimba 1 of Enugu’ by the Enugu State Traditional Rulers Council. The title, which translates to “jewel” or “eagle from another kingdom,” was bestowed on her Tuesday as part of her two-day working visit to the state. Chairman of the […] The post Enugu Traditional Rulers Confer Chieftaincy Title On Remi Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s first lady bags Ugosimba title in Enugu, says ‘I love your state’

First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has been conferred with the chieftaincy title of “Ugosimba 1 Enugu” (Jewel/Eagle from another kingdom) by the Enugu State Traditional Rulers Council. She received the title during her two-day working visit to the South East state, yesterday. Conferring the title, alongside other officers, patrons, and members of the Council, Chairman […] The post Nigeria’s first lady bags Ugosimba title in Enugu, says ‘I love your state’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s First Lady bags Ugosimba chieftaincy title in Enugu, says ‘I love your state’

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, was conferred with the chieftaincy title of “Ugosimba 1 Enugu” by the Enugu State Traditional Rulers Council on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, during her two-day working visit to Enugu State. The Chairman of the Enugu State Traditional Rulers Council, HRM Igwe Ikechukwu Asadu, alongside other officers, […] The post Nigeria’s First Lady bags Ugosimba chieftaincy title in Enugu, says ‘I love your state’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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