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Easter: reflect on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ – Cleric
By Olawale Asake There is Divine Power in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is enough for Christians who believe in him to enjoy the power of provision, fulfilment and restoration in life. Evangelist Adeola Oluwajube of Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Ori Oke Aanu District Headquarters, Ojoo, Ibadan, Oyo State, stated this during the Easter…
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Senator Buhari Felicitates Christians on Easter
By Iyabo Adebisi As Christians all over the world celebrate Easter, the senator representing Oyo North, AbdulFatai Buhari, has called Christians to allow the joy of Easter to inspire them, rebuild broken bridges and uplift every voice in their communities. The admonition was contained in a felicitation message to Christians. According to Senator Buhari, Easter celebration…
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10 Rescued from Traffickers, Lured with Fake Jobs
By Francisca Irekpita Operatives of the Ogun State Community, Social Orientation and Safety Corps, codenamed So-Safe Corps, have rescued 10 victims, including Ghanaians, who were allegedly trafficked into Nigeria with promises of jobs and were subsequently locked up in a building in Ogun State. The victims, who included three women and seven men, were reportedly…
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Pope Dies At 88
Catholic Pontiff, Pope Francis, has died aged 88. He died on Monday at 7:35 am, a day after making a much-hoped-for appearance at Saint Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday, the In a statement via its Telegram channel, the Vatican, through Cardinal Kevin Farrell, said, “Dearest brothers and sisters, it is with deep sorrow that I…
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Fire Guts Oyo Market
A fire outbreak occurred on Sunday afternoon at Gbagi Market, Ibadan, causing damage to two shops before emergency response teams swiftly moved in to bring the situation under control. According to a statement from the General Manager of Oyo State Fire Services, Akinyemi Akinyinka, the distress calls were received from officers at Gbagi Station, the…
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Christ’s resurrection is a call to love and hope – Govs.
By Funmi Ojo/Abimbola Bamgbose As Christians across the world mark Easter Sunday, the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the triumph of hope over despair, Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has called on citizens to embrace the core teachings of Easter, which includes love, sacrifice, and renewal. The Governor who stated this during an Easter…
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Vain Watch: Unseen Power Outplays Soldiers Guarding Dead Body
By Olaitan Oye-AdeitanThe resurrection of Jesus Christ is an event that continues to echo throughout history and as well relived by everyone mindful of life hereafter. Just as Jesus’ birth was unique, drawing applause of angels and quest of shepherds and Magai, His resurrection was an astonishing demonstration of God’s power in fulfilment of Divine…
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Religious Leaders Call for Faith in Christ
By Morenike Tony-Esan/Taiwo Akinola Christians have again been assured of their resurrection after death. The Vicar, Saint Anne’s Church, Molete, Ibadan, The Venerable Olusegun Faleye gave the assurance during the Easter Sunday service. He explained that the resurrection of Jesus Christ means Christians would also resurrect after death. According to The Venerable Faleye, the resurrection…
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Easter Tragedy: Five Die in Ghastly Car Crash
By Mojisola Oladele A ghastly car crash which occurred along Ife-Ilesa road, Osun State has claimed the lives of five persons, including a female child. The Public Enlightenment Officer of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, Osun State Command, Mrs Agnes Ogungbemi confirmed the incident to newsmen, on behalf of the Sector Commander, Mr Taofeek…
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Yayi’s Insomnia Therapy and Holistic Leadership Flair
By Amazing Royalties Insomnia is the condition where you are not sleeping as you should, not sleeping enough, not sleeping well or having trouble falling or staying asleep. Insomnia can be a minor inconvenience for some, a major issue to others. Just as the causes of insomnia vary among individuals, so are there diverse approaches…
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Easter Mourning: Beloved Gospel Artiste Big Bolaji Dies at 50
By Abisola Oluremi Popular Nigerian gospel artiste, Bolaji Adedotun Olanrewaju, widely known as Big Bolaji is dead. His death was confirmed in an official statement issued by his family on Saturday. Big Bolaji reportedly died at the age of 50 during a brief illness on Easter Saturday, April 19, 2025. “It is with profound sadness…
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Pray for Nigeria and its leaders – Makinde charges Christians
By Iyabo Adebisi Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, has felicitated Christians in the state and across the country on the Easter Celebrations, charging them to use the auspicious occasion, which marks the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ, to pray for the country and its leaders. Governor Makinde, who gave this charge,…
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Easter: Our men are working to ensure security – So-Safe Commander
By Adebola Ajayi The Ogun State Community, Social Orientation, and Safety Corps, popularly known as So-Safe Corps, has directed its officers and men to ensure tight security during and after the Easter celebration across the State. The State Commander of the Corps, Dr Soji Ganzallo in a statement by the Director of Information and Public…
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There’s no rift between myself and the president – Shettima
By Olaedo Mbiwe (Abuja) The Office of the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, says there is no truth in rumours of a clash or disharmony between the vice president and the presidency. A statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications, Office of The Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, describes the rumors…
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ACOMORAN President Appointed as Ogun State Amirul Hajj
By Abimbola Bamgbose The Ogun State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has announced the appointment of the National President of the Amalgamated Commercial Tricycle and Motorcycle Owners, Repairs and Riders Association of Nigeria (ACOMORAN), Prince Adebayo Apelogun, as the Amirul Hajj for the 2025 pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia. This is in a statement signed by the…
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Christians Mark Crucifixion of Christ with Dramas, Prayers
By Rotimi Famakin Nigerians on Friday, joined their counterparts the world over in remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, known as Good Friday. As a way to mark the day, special church services were held in various churches in Ibadan, Oyo state. Some of the church services recaptured the trials and crucifixion of Jesus …
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Reflect Christ’s sacrifice in goverance – Rev. Mabawonko Urges Leaders
By Fasilat Lawal Reverend Ademola Mabawonko of Agodi Baptist Church, Old Ife Road, Ibadan, Oyo State, has tasked Christians and political office leaders to reflect on the sacrifice Jesus Christ paid for humanity. Reverend Mabawonko said this during a church service to commemorate this year’s Good Friday. Reverend Mabawonko said Christians should key into the…
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A Kiss of Redemption
By Olaitan Oye-Adeitan This day, far away on a skull shaped hill called Golgotha, in Jerusalem, stood an old rugged cross. It was a cross the world so much despised, being an emblem of reproach, suffering and shame. Yet, on that same cross, a great King who did not commit any offense was crucified. Not…
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Olubadan Advisory Council Sacks Two Mogajis
The Olubadan Advisory Council has dismissed two Mogajis (compound heads). The dismissal was announced in a statement on Friday, signed by Chief Solomon Olugbemiga Ayoade, Chief Press Secretary to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin. According to the statement, the termination of their appointments takes immediate effect. The release, made available to journalists…
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OYHA to Review Anti-Grazing, Amotekun Corps Laws
By Mosope Kehinde The Oyo State House of Assembly has expressed concerns over the poor implementation of the Open Rearing and Grazing Regulation Law and the Oyo State Security Network Agency Law, which established the Amotekun Corps amid the current security challenges in the country. The speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin, equally expressed frustration at the…
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First Lady Empowers Ondo Women with N50m Textile Grant
By Isaac Afolabi First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has pledged a grant of fifty million naira to support women in Ondo State. The grant is to empower 200 women in the textile industry, aimed at enhancing entrepreneurship among women. Senator Tinubu made this announcement in Akure while distributing professional healthcare kits to midwives in the…
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Sanctions Await Police Officers Seen Receiving Money from Chinese Nationals
The Nigeria Police Force, NPF, on Thursday said it would sanction its personnel captured in a viral video receiving money from Chinese nationals. In the viral video, some Chinese were seen handing out naira notes to Nigerian Policemen in a lined-up formation. The incident has sparked outrage on social media, with many Nigerians expressing disappointment…
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NSCDC Uncovers Illegal Crude Oil Dumps in Abuja
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has uncovered five illegal crude oil dumps in the Jahi/Katampe axis of Abuja. This is contained in a statement issued by the NSCDC Spokesperson, Afolabi Babawale, on Thursday in Abuja. The corps also confirmed the arrest of seven suspects linked to the illegal crude oil production and…
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NCS Generates over N43M from Auction of Seized PMS,Others in Ogun
By Olusegun Folarin The Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, says it has realized over 43 million naira from import duty and auction sales of petroleum products, PMS, intercepted during anti-smuggling operations in the last 90 days. The Customs Area Controller, Ogun 1 Area Command, Mr Mohammed Shuaibu stated this at Idi Iroko headquarters of the command…
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Yellow Fever Hits Colombia
The Colombian government declared a nationwide health emergency late on Wednesday due to an increase in yellow fever cases. Health Minister, Guillermo Alfonso Jaramillo said the outbreak has resulted in 74 confirmed cases and 34 deaths since the start of last year, said. Yellow fever is a viral disease transmitted by the bite of Aedes…
