Crime

Ondo Police Begins Investigation Into 40-Year-Old’s Assassination

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The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the alleged assassination of a forty-year-old man, Mr Babatunde Adeluka Olubasa by unknown persons inside a popular hotel at Ijapo Area of Akure.  He was alleged to have been shot dead inside the hotel premises where he lodged last Saturday, after he Continue Reading

Sport

Initiate talent discovery programmes – Yusuf-Gawuna

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Deputy Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Nasiru Yusuf-Gawuna has advised the newly inaugurated member of Ogun State Chapter of Youth Sports Federation of Nigeria, YSFON, to initiate programmes that will drive the vision of the federation in the discovery of talents for the nation. Inaugurating the new executives at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Kuto, Abeokuta, Continue Reading

Culture

Monarchs Express Commitment To Development of Oke Ogun

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Traditional rulers in Oke Ogun are of Oyo State have been commended for their determination in the pursuance of developmental projects in the area specifically towards the approval of Federal University of Agriculture by the federal government. Gegun of Ayetoro Oke, Oba Najeemdeen Afolabi gave the commendation while speaking with newsmen. Oba Afolabi noted that traditional Continue Reading

Politics

Makinde is doing well for Oke Ogun – Oba Olabisi

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Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared his administration’s determination to extract value from the abundant mineral resources in the Oke Ogun area of the state. The governor who said this during a visit to the palace of the Okere of Saki, Oba Khalid Olabisi, where he met with traditional rulers from Oke Ogun […]Continue Reading

Lifestyle

Plastic Company, Electronic Store, Others, Escape Fire Damage In Ibadan

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No fewer than three companies around Dugbe – Oke Bola axis of Ibadan would have been destroyed by fire on Monday evening if not for the timely intervention of fire fighters. Speaking with a manager of one of the private companies that sell plastic and furniture, Mrs Olayori Olamide who expressed appreciation to God that the fire […]Continue Reading

Yoruba

Ifilole Oko Ojurin Ti Yoo Maa Na Ilu Eko Silu ‘Badan Yo Waye Losu Tonbo

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Alakoso f’oro irinna, Ogbeni Rotimi Amaechi sope oko oju irin ti yoo ma naa, ilu eko si ibadan ni yo setan fun ifilole losu tonbo. O soro yi ninu iforowanilenuwo pelu awon akoroyin nilu Abuja. Alakoso ni oun ti fi oro ifilole naa to Aare Muhammadu Buhari leti, pelu atokasi pe ise akanse ohun ni […]Continue Reading

Yoruba

Ijoba Ipinle Osun F’ofinde Iso Oru Aisun Odun, Lati Dena Itankale COVID-19

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Ijoba ipinle Osun ti fi ofin de iso oru eyi ti awon ile ijosin tabi egbe maa ngunle lati bo sinu odun tuntun. Akowe ijoba, Ogbeni Wole Oyebamiji lo je koro yi di mimo ninu atejade to fisita nilu osogbo, pelu atokasi pe ijoba ti pa lase pe kawon osise eto abo gbogbo fese ofin […]Continue Reading

Crime

Ogun Police Arrests Human Trafficking Kingpin

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A 35-year-old human trafficking kingpin, Comfort Innocent has been apprehended by operatives of Ogun State Police Command over the abduction and trafficking of two under-aged girls. The suspect was arrested after two residents of Siun Town in Obafemi Local Government Area of the state, Oluwaseun Aduratola and Sakirat Fasasi reported at Owode Egba Police Station Continue Reading

Lifestyle

Journalist Authors Tome On Ikale Community

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It was indeed a gathering of elites, friends and loved ones as Sola Oguntoye of Radio Nigeria Positive FM, Akure presented to the public His book titled “Unveiling the Treasures of Ilutitun, Moribodo Kingdom”. The book showcases the natural endowments of the Ikale community which has been in existence for years. Speaking on the imperative of […]Continue Reading

Crime

Suspected Kidnapper Burnt To Death In Ibadan

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A middle-aged man who was suspected to be a kidnapper was burnt on Monday around Lanihun in Oke-Ado Area of Ibadan in Oyo State. The man was caught while trying to lure away a five-year-old boy who was sent on an errand by his mum. The man was accosted by passers-by when the boy began […]Continue Reading

Health

COVID-19 UPDATE: Nigeria Records 838 New Cases

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838 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria; FCT-297Lagos-253Plateau-82Kaduna-57Katsina-32Nasarawa-31Kano-25Gombe-24Oyo-8Rivers-8Zamfara-7Ogun-4Bauchi-4Edo-4Anambra-1Sokoto-1 84,414 confirmed71,034 discharged1,254 deaths Source: NCDCContinue Reading

Sport

Nigerian Boxer ‘Scorpion’ Defeats Argentina’s Montesino to Emerge World Super Featherweight Champion

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Nigerian boxer, Rilwan “Scorpion” Oyekola is the new world super featherweight champion. Scorpion won the super featherweight belt, after defeating Argentine, Lucas Montesino in an International title bout decided this evening in Ibadan. He won the belt which has been vacant for a long time through unanimous decision in the tenth round of the fight. […]Continue Reading

Religion

Last Sunday: Churches Experience Large Turnout Of Worshippers

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Many Churches in Ibadan experienced a large turnout of worshippers who were full of praises for witnessing the last Sunday of the year. Our correspondent who monitored the situation in Ibadan reports that the worshippers not only sang and danced, but also appreciated God for surviving hurdles of the #EndSARS protest, COVID-19, and the prolonged […]Continue Reading

Lifestyle

Desist from stigmatizing PLWDs – Former Ekiti Dep. Gov.

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The former deputy governor of Ekiti State, Surveyor Abiodun Aluko has stressed the need for caution against stigmatisation of persons living with disabilities.  Surveyor Aluko stated this while speaking at an outreach programme organised by a non-governmental organisation, Action for the Advancement of Women and Girls for the association of visually impaired persons and Continue Reading

Lifestyle

Fun Seekers Ignore Fun Spots In Akure

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Akure, the Ondo state capital is witnessing low turnout of fun seekers as this year’s Boxing day is being observed.This was against what was experienced last year when residents trooped out in large numbers to celebrate the day at different locations.Staff Reporter, Oluwatosin Ighoteguono, who went round the capital city observes that despite the low […]Continue Reading

Health

COVID-19 UPDATE: 712 New Cases Recorded in Nigeria

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712 new cases of #COVID19Nigeria; Lagos-388FCT-77Kwara-39Katsina-35Bauchi-33Plateau-22Ogun-18Akwa Ibom-16Delta-13Kaduna-12Osun-12Yobe-11Sokoto-10Kebbi-8Enugu-6Edo-5Ondo-3Niger-2Kano-1Oyo-1 82,747 confirmed70,239 discharged1,246 deaths Source: NCDCContinue Reading

Crime

Ogun Police Arrests 2 For Motorcycle Theft

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Operatives of Ogun State Police Command have arrested two suspects for eloping with a motorcycle belonging to their employer’s company.The suspects, Francis Obeya, twenty-six-year-old and twenty-one-year-old Emmanuel Abah, were arrested after the operatives received a call from a Lagos-based company that a dispatch rider with the company had eloped with clients goods Continue Reading

News

Shina Peller Felicitates Christians on Christmas, Urges them to Emulate Jesus Christ’s Virtues

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A member of the House of Representatives from Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajowa federal constituency, Oyo State, Shina Peller, has felicitated with Christians on the occasion of Christmas celebration. Mr. Peller’s felicitating message was contained in a statement issued on Friday 25th December 2020 by his Media Office, and signed by his Press Secretary, Kola Popoola. Continue Reading

Crime

Hoodlums Kill One Injure Others In Sabo, Osogbo

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There was confusion in Sabo Area in Osogbo this (Friday) morning as some hoodlums armed with guns invaded the area, killed one and injured others.  Radio Nigeria gathered that the incident degenerated into looting of shops by hoodlums in the areas.  It was further gathered that the hoodlums on Thursday night went to the area […]Continue Reading

Religion

Clerics Charge Government On Improved Security

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As Christians in Nigeria join the rest of the world to celebrate this year’s Christmas, clerics in Ibadan have called on government at all levels to address economic and security crises affecting the development of the country. They made the call in their separate sermons during church services to mark the day. Adedayo Adelowo has […]Continue Reading

Religion

One of the hallmarks of true Christianity is generosity – Pastor Adepeko

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Pastor Joseph Adepeko of The blood of Jesus Apostolic Church Worldwide, Oke Itunu, Ibadan, has stressed the need for Christians to give more to the less-privileged around them. Pastor Adepeko said this during the Christmas service of the church. According to the cleric, Christians must render praises to God by sharing food items and gifts […]Continue Reading

Politics

Oyo Workers To Receive 13th Month Salary Next Week

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Civil Servants in Oyo State will receive their 13th month salary next week. Governor Seyi Makinde stated this while speaking during his birthday celebration in Saki. He lauded the workers for their support and promised to create a conducive environment that would enhance productivity. Earlier, the Head of Service, Alhaja Amidat Agboola described Engineer Makinde as […]Continue Reading

Crime

Hoodlums Attack Traders In Osogbo

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Suspected hoodlums this morning laid siege on Sabo Area of Osogbo and injured some traders as well as others in the vicinity. Although policemen had been deployed to the scene, gunshots fired by the hoodlums were still heard a few metres away from where the policemen were stationed. A resident of the area who did […]Continue Reading

Religion

Always be grateful for your life – Bishop Abegunrin

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Nigerians are enjoined to always appreciate God despite the threat of the Coronavirus currently ravaging the world. Speaking with Radio Nigeria the Diocesan Bishop, St Mary’s Cathedral, Oke Padre, Ogunpa, Ibadan, Most Reverend Archbishop Gabriel Abegunrin made this known in his Christmas message. Archbishop Abegunrin encouraged Nigerians to not only make demands while Continue Reading

News

2nd Wave: Oyo NOA Takes COVID-19 Sensitization To Motor Parks

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As residents of Oyo State join the rest of the world to celebrate Christmas, the National Orientation Agency, NOA, has warned members of the public not to let down their guards in the fight against COVID-19.  State Director, NOA, Mrs Dolapo Dosunmu gave the warning during a sensitization campaign on preventive measures against the second […]Continue Reading