APC Ondo to Reconstitute Stakeholders’ Forum, Strengthen Party Discipline Ahead of Elections

The Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has resolved to broaden its stakeholders’ engagement structure and strengthen internal discipline as part of efforts to reposition the party for future electoral victories. The resolutions were reached at a stakeholders’ meeting held on Wednesday at the APC State Secretariat in Akure under the leadership […]

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State police best solution to Nigeria’s security challenges – Amotekun

prosecutes 500 suspects in Ondo Amotekun Commanders in the South-West have declared support for the establishment of State Police as being formulated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the National Assembly. They described it as the most practical and effective solution to Nigeria’s growing security challenges. Ondo State Commander of the Amotekun Corps, Akogun Adetunji […]

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Gratuity: Ondo Begins Payment of N2.6bn to Retirees

Payment Marks 4th Batch of Disbursement to LG Pensioners In fulfilment of its commitment to the welfare of serving and retired workers, the Ondo state government has commenced the payment of over N2.6 billion in gratuities to retired local government and primary school workers who exited service in 2015. Speaking at the ceremonial flag-off of […]

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Security: Ondo to recruit 1,000 forest guards

As part of efforts to strengthen security statewide, Ondo State Government will recruit 1,000 youths into the State Forest Guard. Making this disclosure during a courtesy visit by members of the Ondo State Youth Parliament, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa noted that it is a Federal Government initiative. He said prospective recruits must be below 39 years […]

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Aiyedatiwa congratulates Osomo at 90, hails ex-minister’s unique public service

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has commended a former Housing and Urban Development Minister, Chief (Mrs.) Alice Mobolaji Osomo, for her outstanding public service. Eulogizing her on the occasion of her 90th birthday, he described her as a symbol of excellence, integrity and selfless service. The governor, in a congratulatory message, said Mrs Osomo’s life […]

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Ondo petitions IGP over FOD commando-style operations

Ondo State Government has petitioned the Inspector General of Police, Mr Tunki Disu over the alleged commando-style operations of the Force Intelligence Department, FID, in some areas of the state. It stressed the need to ensure due process as it frowned at the department’s officers’ mode of operations recently in certain parts of the state, […]

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Aiyedatiwa inaugurates Olokola FTZ technical committee

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Monday, inaugurated the Technical Committee on the Olokola Free Trade Zone (OKFTZ), setting in motion fresh efforts to revive the long-abandoned industrial project amid renewed interest by the Dangote Group to establish Nigeria’s largest industrial and free trade hub in the state. He disclosed that the state’s extensive coastline […]

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Aiyedatiwa hails Faduyile’s victory

Faduyile Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has congratulated Prof Adedayo Faduyile on his victory in Saturday’s Ondo South Senatorial bye-election, describing the outcome as a reflection of the confidence and trust reposed in him by the people of the district. He  said the victory of the former President of the Nigerian Medical Association and distinguished […]

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Aiyedatiwa congratulates Oyebanji on reelection

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has congratulated his Ekiti counterpart, Biodun Oyebanji, on his re-election for a second term in office. He described the outcome of the election as a resounding endorsement of Oyebanji’s purposeful leadership and people-oriented policies, noting that the victory reflects the confidence and trust reposed in him by the good people […]

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Abducted Ondo pastor’s child freed three weeks after

Master Victor Oluwatobi, the nine-year-old son of a pastor, who was kidnapped three weeks ago in Idogun, Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State, has been released. He was released on Sunday according to the State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mr. Idowu Ajanaku Confirming the development, the commissioner appreciated the efforts of the security […]

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