53 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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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 Avoid distorting facts to prevent communal crises, Adeleke urges historians

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

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4 d. ago Yoruba Youths Call For Peaceful Resolution Of Osun Communal Conflict

To stem the trend of communal crisis bedevilling Ifon-Osun, Ilobu and Erin Osun communities in Osun State, an apolitical organisation, the Yoruba Youth Socio-Cultural Association (YYSA) has called for a peaceful resolution of the impasse. A release made available to LEADERSHIP in Osogbo on Monday by the Osun State coordinator of the group, Prince Sesan […]

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4 d. ago Osun communal clashes: Police arrest three for illegal gun possession

Osun State Police Command on Monday said it has arrested three suspects for having in their possession firearms and for breaking restriction orders in communities affected by communal clashes in the state. The command also said exhibits that include guns were recovered from the suspects arrested in the affected communities. What initially started as boundary Read More

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4 d. ago Adeleke vows clampdown on communal conflicts as community urges Tinubu’s intervention

Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, on Monday, visited areas affected by the communal clashes in Ilobu, Ifon and Erin Osun communities, condemning the large-scale destruction of properties. Adeleke charged the security agents to go after the perpetrators. What initially started as boundary disputes between Ifon and Ilobu communities in the early hours of last Friday, Read More

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5 d. ago Ilobu/Ifon clash: APC chieftain, Omowaiye, seeks urgent relief for victims

Tribune Online Ilobu/Ifon clash: APC chieftain, Omowaiye, seeks urgent relief for victims As fleeing residents of Ilobu and Ifon-Osun now take refuge in many churches, mosques, and other worship centers in Osun State, the Executive Director of Project Implementation at the Federal Housing Authority, Abuja, Mr. Oluremi Omowaiye, on Sunday called on the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to urgently provide relief materials to victims displaced by the Ifon-Osun/Ilobu communal clash. Ilobu/Ifon clash: APC chieftain, Omowaiye, seeks urgent relief for victims Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Provide relief for Osun communal clash victims, FHA boss urges NEMA

The Executive Director, Project Implementation at the Federal Housing Authority, Abuja, Mr. Oluremi Omowaiye, has called on the National Emergency Management Agency to urgently provide relief materials for those displaced by the ongoing communal clashes in Osun State. The violent confrontations involving hoodlums from Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin Osun have led to several deaths, multiple Read More

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5 d. ago Osun Residents Urged To Embrace Peace To Resolve LG, Communal Disputes

The people of Osun State have been charged to embrace peace as only acceptable atmosphere to ensure resolution of political and communal disputes in the state and among feuding communities. A humanitarian, Omooba Adeyemi Victor Adegbuyi gave the charge recently when he presented palliative items to widows in Oke-Ana Ijesha of Oriade local government area […]

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6 d. ago Adeleke Issues Ultimatum To Osun Monarchs Over Communal Crisis

Governor Ademola Adeleke has issued a stern warning to traditional rulers in Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun communities in Osun State, threatening to suspend them if violence erupts again. The communities have been embroiled in a bitter land dispute, resulting in killings, destruction of properties, and displacement of thousands of women and children. Three people, including […] The post Adeleke Issues Ultimatum To Osun Monarchs Over Communal Crisis appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Osun communal clash: Oyetola calls for peace, condoles with victims’ families

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Former Governor of Osun State and Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has appealed to all parties involved in the Ifon-Osun and Ilobu crisis to stop the carnage and give peace a chance. Ifon-Osun and Ilobu are neighbouring communities in Orolu and Irepodun Local Government Areas of Osun State, […] The post Osun communal clash: Oyetola calls for peace, condoles with victims’ families appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Osun Communal Crisis: Tension as Ifon, Ilobu renewed attacks 

As renewed clashes between the communities of Ifon in Orolu local government and Ilobu in Irepodun council of Osun state... read more Osun Communal Crisis: Tension as Ifon, Ilobu renewed attacks 

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7 d. ago Group unveils report, calls for women inclusion in conflict resolution

The Strengthening Peace and Resilience in Nigeria Programme has launched the Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) Report, a key resource aimed at addressing the exclusion of women and marginalised groups in conflict resolution and peacebuilding efforts. A statement on Friday noted that the report was unveiled at a high-level stakeholder event in Abuja, which Read More

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7 d. ago 1 Feared Killed In Fresh Communal Clash Between Osun Communities

One person has been reportedly killed in a renewed hostilities over land ownership between Ifon-Orolu and Ilobu communities in Osun State. Meanwhile, Osun State government has directed immediate security operations to restore peace between the warring communities and further urged the constituted peace committee over the matter to revive the lost peace in the areas. […]

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8 d. ago Rivers: Nigeria needs devt not power strugglesa –Gbenga Hashim

From Adetutu Folasade-Koyi, Abuja Former presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim, has called for a swift and peaceful resolution to the ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, warning that the people stand to gain nothing from the power tussle between the suspended Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. […] The post Rivers: Nigeria needs devt not power strugglesa –Gbenga Hashim appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago IBB Golf Club Captain Sues For Peace, Rule Of Law Amidst Security Shutdown

The captain of the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Ibrahim Babayo, is urging a peaceful resolution to the internal crisis currently affecting the club, which has arisen from allegations and misunderstandings concerning its governance. Speaking to journalists in Abuja yesterday, Babayo emphasized the need for transparency and clear communication regarding the circumstances that led […]

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3 w. ago Embrace alternative dispute resolution for peace, NDDC urges Niger Delta youths

Tribune Online Embrace alternative dispute resolution for peace, NDDC urges Niger Delta youths The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has urged youths in the region to adopt the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanism in settling the many disputes and conflicts that often arise in the region and threaten the development and progress of the region. Embrace alternative dispute resolution for peace, NDDC urges Niger Delta youths Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Group Calls For Peaceful Resolution Of Senate Sexual Harassment Controversy

The Network of Civil Society Organisations in Nigeria (NCSON) has called for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing feud between the Senate president and Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan. Comrade Victor Kalu, the national coordinator of the Network of Civil Society Organisation in Nigeria (NCSON), made the statement at a press conference yesterday in Abuja. He […]

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3 w. ago Lagos Assembly’s peaceful resolution, victory for democracy — APC

Tribune Online Lagos Assembly’s peaceful resolution, victory for democracy — APC The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has lauded the peaceful resolution of the internal rift within the Lagos State House of Assembly, describing it as a victory for democracy and a testament to the party’s effective conflict resolution mechanisms. Lagos Assembly’s peaceful resolution, victory for democracy — APC Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Group demands improved security after Afenifere youth leader’s release

The Coalition of Yoruba Youth Leaders has urged the Federal Government and security agencies to intensify efforts in protecting Nigerians, citing the recent abduction and release of Afenifere Youth Council President, Prince Eniola Ojajuni. The coalition, expressing concern over the scourge of kidnapping in the country, stated that such measures would ensure Nigerians do not Read More

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