65 h. ago “Stop Causing Rift Between Ooni Ife, Yoruba Monarchs” – Gani Adams Warns Bloggers

Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams has warned bloggers, content creators and social media users, causing disunity between Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi and other traditional rulers in South West. He told exercise restraint in their reportage and cautioned them in developing content for their various platforms, without heating up the polity. Mr. […] The post “Stop Causing Rift Between Ooni Ife, Yoruba Monarchs” – Gani Adams Warns Bloggers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Yoruba group rejects Sharia Law in South West, calls for restructuring

A pro–Yoruba nation independent organisation, Yoruba One Voice (YOV) has insisted that for Nigeria to witness true development, its continued existence must be anchored on regional autonomy. This was the high point of a communique issued by the group at its international conference, with the theme, “Sharia Law in Yorubaland: Setting Things Straight through Restructuring.” […] The post Yoruba group rejects Sharia Law in South West, calls for restructuring appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Gani Adams warns bloggers against causing rift between Ooni, Alaafin, others

The Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yorubaland, Iba Gani Adams, has warned bloggers, content creators, and social media users against causing disunity between the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade and other monarchs in the South-West through their posts and comments on issues of seniority. Adams gave this warning Read More

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4 d. ago CSOs Hail INEC For Delineation Of Federal Constituency In Delta

A coalition of civil society organisations (CSO) have lauded the Independent National Electoral Commission for a credible conduct of the recent delineation of wards and polling units in the Warri Federal Constituency which includes Warri South,Warri West, and Warri South West local government areas of Delta State. Addressing journalists on Tuesday on behalf of the […]

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8 d. ago Allegation Linking PINL To Ugborodo Oil Facility Protest Misleading, Says Warri Monarch’s Rep

  The sole representative of the Olu of Warri to NNPC/JV Partners, Prince Collins Oritsetimeyin Edema, has described allegation linking oil surveillance company, Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) to the protest which disrupted Ogidigben oil field in Ugborodo, Warri South-West local government area of Delta State as totally misleading and false. Edema’s reaction followed remarks […]

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9 d. ago Group raises the alarm over terrorist, bandit spillover into South

A leading non-governmental organisation, Majeóbajé Community Development Initiative, on Friday, raised the alarm over what it described as the growing infiltration of terrorists and bandits into the South-West region. A statement by its Chairman and Secretary, Akintayo Akin-Deko and Ayo Oyerinde, respectively in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, expressed concern that the worsening insecurity in Read More

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9 d. ago Group raises alarm over terrorist, bandit spillover into South

A leading non-governmental organisation, Majeóbajé Community Development Initiative, on Friday, raised the alarm over what it described as the growing infiltration of terrorists and bandits into the South-West region. A statement by its Chairman and Secretary, Akintayo Akin-Deko and Ayo Oyerinde, respectively in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, expressed concern that the worsening insecurity in Read More

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2 w. ago Many ritual killings, murder cases happen in homesteads —CP Ogunlowo

Tribune Online Many ritual killings, murder cases happen in homesteads —CP Ogunlowo In this interview with Crime Editor, OLUWATOYIN MALIK, the Commissioner of Police in charge of Ogun State Command, Dr Lanre Ogunlowo, speaks on the efforts in curbing crimes and ensuring security and safety in the state. Excerpts: KIDNAPPING in the South West states, Ogun inclusive, is of utmost concern currently. What is Ogun State Police […] Many ritual killings, murder cases happen in homesteads —CP Ogunlowo Tribune Online

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2 w. ago First Bank Reaffirms Commitment To Youth And Sports Development

Following the impressive outcome of the inaugural South West Games, First Bank of Nigeria Limited has pledged its continued support for any initiative aimed at developing youth and promoting sports across the country. At the closing ceremony of the Games, Seyi Oyefeso, the Executive Director of Retail Banking at First Bank, emphasized the bank’s dedication […]

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2 w. ago Edo killings: NNPP chieftain condemns jungle justice, calls for peaceful coexistence

Tribune Online Edo killings: NNPP chieftain condemns jungle justice, calls for peaceful coexistence Ambassador Olufemi Oguntoyinbo, a South West Chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), has condemned the killing of 16 Northern hunters in Uromi, Edo State. He emphasized that jungle justice is not in the nation’s best interest. In a statement released on Wednesday, he expressed his condolences to Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf and […] Edo killings: NNPP chieftain condemns jungle justice, calls for peaceful coexistence Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Norwegian Club Bryne FK Rewards Goalkeeper With Eggs As ‘Man Of The Match’

Norwegian club Bryne FK – where Manchester City forward Erling Haaland started his career – have come up with a novel approach by awarding eggs to their player of the match. The club, based in the south-west of Norway close to the city of Stavanger, were promoted back to the top-flight last season for the […]

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3 w. ago 2027: SDP will present trusted candidates to win Oyo — Mulikat Akande

Tribune Online 2027: SDP will present trusted candidates to win Oyo — Mulikat Akande The leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the South West, Mulikat Akande, has announced that the party intends to present reliable and proven candidates for elective positions in order to challenge the ruling People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State during the 2027 general elections. In an interview with reporters over the weekend, […] 2027: SDP will present trusted candidates to win Oyo — Mulikat Akande Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Yoruba group rejects bill granting indigene rights through residency, marriage

Tribune Online Yoruba group rejects bill granting indigene rights through residency, marriage The group maintained that global best practices do not grant indigenous status based on residency or marriage, citing examples such as Native Americans in the United States, Aboriginals in Australia, and indigenous communities in Canada and New Zealand. Yoruba group rejects bill granting indigene rights through residency, marriage Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Oyo: Makinde clarifies position on application of Sharia law

Tribune Online Oyo: Makinde clarifies position on application of Sharia law Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has clarified his position on the application of Sharia law, insisting that his administration would not act contrary to the Constitution regarding its reported implementation in some Southwestern states. Oyo: Makinde clarifies position on application of Sharia law Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Navy cracks down on illegal refineries in Delta, seizes stolen crude

The Nigerian Navy has intensified its crackdown on crude oil theft and pipeline vandalism with the discovery and deactivation of three illegal refining sites in Oteghele, a community in the Warri South-West Local Government Area of Delta State. Personnel from the Forward Operating Base Escravos carried out the operation on March 24 as part of Read More

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3 w. ago Reps, Ikwerre group hail Tinubu for endorsing S’South, S’West Development Commission bills

From Tony John, Port Harcourt The House of Representatives, yesterday, commended President Bola Tinubu for assenting to the South-South and South West Development Commission Bills. Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, who presided over the plenary, thanked the president for ensuring that all geo-political zones have their respective development commissions. Kalu said the creation of the development […] The post Reps, Ikwerre group hail Tinubu for endorsing S’South, S’West Development Commission bills appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Gbenga Daniel hails Tinubu, N’Assembly over south west commission bill

The Senator representing Ogun East and former Governor of Ogun State, Gbenga Daniel, has congratulated South-West lawmakers for their relentless efforts in securing the passage of the South-West Development Commission Bill. Daniel described the passage of the bill as “a hard fight that was worth its while”, adding that the signing of the bill into Read More

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3 w. ago Customs intercepts N1.7bn worth of bags of rice, vehicles, petrol in S/West

Tribune Online Customs intercepts N1.7bn worth of bags of rice, vehicles, petrol in S/West The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A of the Nigeria Customs Service on Wednesday said that it intercepted contraband items worth N1.720 billion in the South West region over the past month. Customs intercepts N1.7bn worth of bags of rice, vehicles, petrol in S/West Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Food Security: Okpebholo Earmarks 3,000 Hectares Of Land For Farming

The Edo State government has started the cultivation of 3,000 hectares of farmlands across the three senatorial districts of the state. It has already commenced cultivating 60 hectares (148 acres) in Iguoriakhi, Ovia South West local government area, Edo South Senatorial District of Edo State, for this year’s farming season. The move by the Edo […]

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3 w. ago Gov Okpebholo Commissions 3,000 Hectares Of Land For Farming In Edo

Edo State Governor Okpebholo has launched a massive farming project, cultivating 3,000 hectares of farmland across the state’s three senatorial districts. The first phase of the project began with the cultivation of 60 hectares in Iguoriakhi, Ovia South West Local Government Area. This initiative is part of Governor Okpebholo’s back-to-farm project, which aligns with President […] The post Gov Okpebholo Commissions 3,000 Hectares Of Land For Farming In Edo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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