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Online Media, Powerful Tool for Promoting Good Governance – Speakers

Web News 26 July 2024 56 0

By Oluwatoyin Adegoke  Speakers at a public lecture in Abeokuta have canvassed the active participation of Nigerians in the process of electing leaders who will be accountable and visionary. A guest lecturer, Dr Otive Igbuzor, panellists and other discussants at the 6th-anniversary lecture of Continue Reading

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Saleh Abubakar Assumes Office as NAGGW Boss

Web News 25 July 2024 297 0

By Osamudiamen Idemudia Mr. Saleh Abubakar has assumed office as the new Director General of the National Agency for the Great Green Wall, NAGGW. Following his recent appointment by President Bola Tinubu, Mr Saleh Abubakar formally took over as DG/CEO from the immediate past helmsman of the agency, Dr. Yusuf Bukar. Speaking at the handing-over […]Continue Reading

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Let there be devolution of power to states – Adeleke

Web News 22 July 2024 165 0

By Funmi Ojo Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has called for devolution of power to the states, rather than centralising governance powers and responsibilities. This the Governor said would tackle the challenge of inflation ravaging Nigeria’s economy and yield positive results. Governor Adeleke made the call at an event in Osun State. He observed […]Continue Reading

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LG Autonomy: S’Court Judgment Best for Rapid Grassroots Growth – Senator Alli

Web News 18 July 2024 96 0

By Oluwakayode Banjo Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has lauded the recent Supreme Court judgment on local government allocation, describing it as a landmark decision that would significantly accelerate grassroots development.  This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Continue Reading

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Osun Govt., ICPC Partner to Fight Corruption

Web News 15 July 2024 248 0

By Funmi Ojo Osun State governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke says his government is partnering with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences, ICPC, to further deepen good governance in terms of anti-corruption protocols. Governor Adeleke stated this at the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding, MoU, between ICPC and Osun State government at the […]Continue Reading

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Tinubu Appoints Heads for CCT, NSITF, PenCom, ICRC

Web News 14 July 2024 116 0

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mainasara Kogoa as the new chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) and Omolola Oloworaran as the Director-General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom). The appointments were contained in separate Saturday statements by President Tinubu’s spokesman Ajuri Ngelale. “President Bola Tinubu has approved the Continue Reading

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Gov. Oyebanji Approves Payment of 1 Billion Naira for Gratuities

Web News 12 July 2024 109 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has approved payment of the sum of one billion naira as a gratuity to retirees in the state as part of efforts to offset the backlog of outstanding gratuities.  A statement by the Special Adviser to the governor on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode in Ado Ekiti […]Continue Reading

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LG Autonomy: Political Analyst Calls for Measures Against Mismanagement

Web News 12 July 2024 124 0

By Oluwatoyin Adegoke Lawmakers and other relevant authorities involved in the formulation and implementation of policies for local government administration have been urged to introduce measures for checks and balances to strengthen the system against corruption and financial mismanagement. The submission was made by a political analyst, Mr Akeem Balogun while speaking Continue Reading

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Japa Phenomenon and Its Implications for Discussion at Diaspora Day 2024

Web News 11 July 2024 81 0

By Hamza Alkali The National Diaspora Day Celebrations 2024 will focus on key sectors of the economy with the overall theme being “Japa Phenomenon and its Implications for National Development”.  The Chairman of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, NiDCOM, Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, stated this during a press conference ahead of the National Diaspora Day Celebrations 2024 Continue Reading

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Public service reform will be pursued to a logical conclusion – Adeleke

Web News 11 July 2024 95 0

By Funmi Ojo Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke says he will pursue the ongoing public service reform to a logical conclusion. Governor Adeleke stated this while receiving the final report of the state staff audit by the consultant, Sally Tibot Consult at the Government House, Osogbo, Osun State. The Governor said his administration is […]Continue Reading

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Ondo Commences Disbursement of Gratuities to Retired Teachers

Web News 10 July 2024 188 0

By Isaac Afolabi The Ondo State government has commenced the disbursement and presentation of cheques to retired Local Government staff and secondary school teachers for the year 2012. Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa made the presentation at the Cocoa Conference Hall, Alagbaka, Akure. He emphasized that the payment was to relieve the senior citizens and that his Continue Reading

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Oyebanji Approves Appointment of Four New Perm Secs

Web News 21 June 2024 110 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji In the bid to further position the state civil service for optimal service delivery, Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has approved the appointment of four new Permanent Secretaries to fill available vacancies in the State Civil Service.  The Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode made this known in […]Continue Reading

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Nigerian Guild of Editors Lauds Makinde on Developmental Projects

Web News 9 June 2024 234 0

By Iyabo Adebisi Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state says any people- oriented government must at all times give room for assessment and criticism to enhance further progress. He made this known when he hosted the leadership and members of the Nigerian Guild of Editors including the Director News, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, […]Continue Reading

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VP Shettima Expected in Ekiti for Project Inauguration

Web News 6 June 2024 201 0

By Kazeem Ayodeji Vice President Kashim Shettima is set to arrive in Ekiti State on Thursday to declare open, the  Expanded National Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Clinics and inaugurate several infrastructure projects. The event, which is a combined effort of the federal and state government is scheduled to take place at Adetiloye Hall, […]Continue Reading

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Breaking: Old National Anthem Returns for Official Use

Web News 29 May 2024 359 0

By Olaitan Oye-Adeitan Nigeria, we hail thee,Our own dear native land,Though tribe and tongue may differ,In brotherhood, we stand,Nigerians all, and proud to serveOur sovereign Motherland.O Our flag shall be a symbol That truth and justice reign, In peace or battle honour’d,And this we count as gain,To hand on to our childrenA banner without stain. […]Continue Reading

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Forum Calls for Renegotiation of Governance Structure

Web News 10 May 2024 177 0

By Dayo Adu Participants at a one-day symposium have called for renegotiation of the nation’s government structure to make it more functional and closer to the people. They made the call while speaking at the symposium organised by The Rebirth Group, TRG, a socio-cultural organisation. The Symposium with the theme: Nigeria – from Founding Fathers […]Continue Reading

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OYHA Calls for Civil Service Audit

Web News 9 May 2024 164 0

By Mosope Kehinde Oyo State House of Assembly has urged the executive to set up inter ministerial committee to look into cases of civil servants who have absconded or travelled out of the country but still receiving salaries. The advice followed a motion brought to the House by the Speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin, co-sponsored by […]Continue Reading

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OYHA Calls for Investigation over Absconding Civil Servants

Web News 8 May 2024 182 0

Mosope Kehinde Oyo State House of Assembly has urged the executive to set up Inter Ministerial Committee to look into cases of civil servants who have absconded or travelled out of the country but still receiving salaries. The advice followed a motion brought to the house by the speaker, Mr Adebo Ogundoyin, co sponsored by […]Continue Reading

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Oyo Govt. Integrates Floating Staff of Defunct OYSADEP into Civil Service

Web News 25 April 2024 156 0

By Iyabo Adebisi Governor Seyi Makinde has approved the regularisation and integration of 129 floating staff members of the Defunct Oyo State Agricultural Development Programme (OYSADEP) into the mainstream of the state civil service. The state’s Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade disclosed this at a media briefing after the Executive Council Meeting Continue Reading

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Adeleke Pleads Against Harassment of Nigerians in South Africa

Web News 19 April 2024 328 0

By Funmi Ojo Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun state has appealed to South African authority to intervene and halt the constant harassment and molestation of Nigerians in South Africa. The governor made the appeal while hosting the Consul-General of Republic of South Africa to Nigeria, Professor Bobby J Moroe and his Vice Consul, Ms Busisiwe […]Continue Reading

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Ayedatiwa Assigns New Commissioners Portfolio

Web News 15 April 2024 193 0

By Isaac Afolabi Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has assigned portfolios to the newly inaugurated Commissioners in Ondo State.  They are Local Government & Chieftaincy Affairs, Mr Amidu Takuro, Physical Planning & Urban Development, Mr Gbenga Olaniyi, Water Resources & Sanitation, Mr Sunday Akinwalere, Agriculture, Mr Olayato Aribo and Health, Dr Banji Ajaka. Continue Reading

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NIMC Further Clarifies Features of New National ID Card

Web News 13 April 2024 169 0

Following the announcement of the planned release of a new National Identification Number in the country by the Federal Government last week, the National Identity Management Commission, NIMC has provided further clarifications on the proposed ID. In a statement released and signed by Head of Corporate Communications, Kayode Adegoke on Friday, the Commission said the […]Continue Reading

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Makinde Signs Executive Bill Establishing Rule of Law Enforcement Authority

Web News 13 April 2024 159 0

By Iyabo Adebisi Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has signed into law an Executive Bill for the establishment of the rule of law enforcement authority for speedy justice dispensation in the state. Signing the bill into law in the board room of the Governor’s office, the governor explained that the agency was necessary to […]Continue Reading

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Gov. Oyebanji Announces Over 100 Fresh Appointments

Web News 10 April 2024 205 0

Former NUJ Chairman Makes List  By Amos Ogunrinde Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has approved a new set of appointments into some strategic positions, as part of plans to position the administration for optimal service delivery. The new appointments, contained in a statement signed by the Governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yinka Oyebode, […]Continue Reading

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Ogun State Gets New Head of Service

Web News 9 April 2024 438 0

By Oluwatoyin Adegoke The Ogun State governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has approved the appointment of Mr. Kehinde Olufemi Onasanya as the new Head of Service, HOS in the state.  According to a statement by the Secretary to the Ogun State Government, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi, Mr. Onasanya takes over from Mr. Kolawole Fagbohun, who has retired […]Continue Reading