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

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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 Continue Reading

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Adeleke Pleads Against Harassment of Nigerians in South Africa

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Festivities : Osun Begins Distribution of Rice to Residents

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By Funmi Ojo Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has restated his commitment to physical and stomach infrastructure as his government commences distribution of rice for the celebration of both the Easter and Eid-ul-Fitr. The Distribution, according to Governor’s Spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, which commenced in the last 24 hours is billed to cover all Continue Reading

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Osun Assembly Receives Report from Rural Development, Community Affairs

Web News 28 March 2024 211 0

By Mojisola Oladele  The Chairman House Committee on Rural Development and Community Affairs, Mr. Elisha Oderinwale has presented before the House the report on amendments made in The Osun State Urban and Rural Access Roads Establishment Bill 2024. In his report, Mr. Oderinwale who recalled that the bill was first read on Thursday 19th October, […]Continue Reading

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Aiyedatiwa Seeks Legislature’s Confirmation of Commissioner-Nominees

Web News 28 March 2024 120 0

By Oriola /Afolabi Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has forwarded to the House of Assembly 12 names as Commissioners-nominee for confirmation. A letter containing the list of the nominees was on Wednesday addressed to the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Mr . Olamide Oladiji, signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Tayo Oluwatuyi.  According to […]Continue Reading

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Tinubu Bans Foreign Trips for Ministers, Heads of Agencies, Others

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President Bola Tinubu has banned ministers, heads of agencies, and other government officials from embarking on public funded foreign trips. This was contained in a letter dated March 12, 2024, signed by the Chief of Staff to the president, Mr Femi Gbajabiamila; and addressed to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, SGF, Mr […]Continue Reading

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Aiyedatiwa Swears in 16 New Permanent Secretaries, 2 Tutors General

Web News 13 March 2024 1948 0

By Isaac Afolabi Sixteen new permanent secretaries and two tutors general have been sworn in in Ondo State. Speaking at the event, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa pointed out that their elevation was on merit noting that his administration would not downplay the sacrifices of workers with an assurance that the appointment would be constant without any political […]Continue Reading

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Tinubu Swears in 17 NPC Commissioners

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President Bola Tinubu has sworn in 17 Federal Commissioners of the National Population Commission, which he nominated last November. The 17 new and returning commissioners took the oath of office in three batches of six, six, and five on Wednesday afternoon at the Council Chamber of the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. On November 8, 2023, […]Continue Reading

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OYACA remains a reference point for others – Justice Esan

Web News 13 March 2024 114 0

By Oluwakayode Banjo Chairman of Oyo State Anti Corruption Agency, OYACA, Retired Justice Eni Esan has revealed that over 300 corruption cases have been investigated since the inception of the Agency in 2021. Speaking during a chat with the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, who paid her an official visit in her office, Justice […]Continue Reading

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We did not abandon Bodija Explosion victims – Oyelade

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By Iyabo Adebisi Oyo State government has debunked the insinuation that it has abandoned the welfare of victims of the Bodija explosion in Ibadan. In a statement by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, the government said the rumour is unfair and unnecessary. The commissioner revealed that ever since the January 16 explosion, the […]Continue Reading

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SGF Inaugurates Oronsaye Report Implementation Committee

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The Federal Government, on Thursday, inaugurated a committee for the implementation of the Oronsaye Report, which majorly recommends the merger of the government’s ministries, departments, and agencies to cut the cost of governance. The inauguration of the implementation committee followed the announcement by the President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government on February 28, Continue Reading

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Prevail on Governors, PASAN Tells President Tinubu

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By Mosope Kehinde Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria, PASAN, Southwest Zone has called on President Bola Tinubu to prevail on governors to respect the agreement reached with state assembly workers on the full implementation of financial autonomy. The association, which made the call while speaking with newsmen during its zonal meeting, held in Ibadan, Oyo […]Continue Reading

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Adeleke Advocates Review of Federation Account Revenue Sharing formula

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By Funmi Ojo Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has called for the review of the Federation Account Revenue sharing formula as well as the moving of Solid Minerals from Exclusive to Concurrent Legislative list. The Governor made the call in Lagos at the South West Zonal Public hearing on the new national minimum wage. […]Continue Reading

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Aiyedatiwa Swears in Appointees

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By Isaac Afolabi Six commissioners, eight special advisers and a new head of service for Ondo State have been sworn in.  The International Centre for Culture and Events, the dome of Igbatoro Road Akure, the venue of the event was filled with dignitaries who dressed gorgeously for the event. The new commissioners included Pastor Emmanuel […]Continue Reading

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Tinubu, Govs Give Nod to State Police

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President Bola Tinubu and state governors have agreed to establish state police in the country as part of measures to check the rising wave of insecurity in the country. This was one of the six high points of an emergency meeting summoned by the President at the Council Chamber, Presidential Villa, Abuja, yesterday, given the […]Continue Reading

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OSHA Wades into Community, Army Dispute

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By Mojisola Oladele  Osun State House of Assembly has assured members of Kelebe/Omu Landlord Association in Osogbo the state capital that the complaint brought to the Assembly would be resolved in no distance time. The member representing, Obokun State Constituency, Prince Adeyemi Adewunmi, under Matters of Urgent Public Importance, informed the House about the peaceful Continue Reading

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Gov. Abiodun Releases One billion Naira Pensioners Gratuity 

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke Ogun State Governor , Prince Dapo Abiodun has released  One billion naira Gratuity  in fulfilment of his promise to prioritize the welfare of pensioners. The Permanent Secretary, Bureau of State Pensions, Mr. Adesoji Adewuyi made this known in  Abeokuta. Mr Adewuyi explained that the fund was released to cater for the state […]Continue Reading

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Aiyedatiwa Picks Six Commissioner Nominees

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The Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has named Kayode Ajulo, SAN, and five others as commissioner-nominees. The names of the nominees have therefore been sent to the House of Assembly for screening and confirmation. The Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, made this known in a statement made available to journalists on Friday. The governor […]Continue Reading

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OGHA Passes Resolution on Regulations of Explosives

Web News 2 February 2024 184 0

By Omolara Adasofunjo Ogun state House of Assembly, OGHA, has passed a resolution calling on all Federal and State regulatory agencies to enforce safety precautions guiding the storage and handling of explosives.  At a plenary presided over by the Speaker, Mr Oludaisi Elemide at the Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta Assembly Complex, the lawmakers said the move became […]Continue Reading

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FRCN to establish more stations to counter violent extremism – Dr Bulama

Web News 30 January 2024 185 0

By Dauda Iliya The Director General, DG, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Dr Mohammed Bulama says the corporation will establish more Frequency Modulated FM stations to counter the narrative of violent extremist groups in the North East region. Dr Bulama stated this when he led the management of the corporation on a courtesy visit […]Continue Reading