YOYES Foundation launched to tackle adolescent challenges in Ondo

A non-governmental organisation, Youth Health and Life Skills Development Initiative, has launched a new foundation to address the growing challenges facing adolescents, particularly out-of-school youths. The Foundation, Yetunde Olagbuji Youth Empowerment Seed (YOYES), was unveiled during the 2026 edition of the “Becoming” programme held in Akure, where the convener, Dr. Yetunde Olagbuji presented three books […]

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Outage, fuel hike: Frozen-food traders count losses

battle soaring costs, shrinking profits  Customers cut purchases as prices surge Unstable electricity supply and rising fuel prices are placing significant strain on frozen food businesses in Lagos and other parts of the country as traders struggle to cope with higher operating costs and reduced customer patronage. The traders, who spoke with the News Agency […]

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Out-of-school children now 273m globally – UNESCO

The number of children and young people out of school worldwide has climbed to 273 million, according to the UN Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). In the 2026 Global Education Monitoring (GEM), UNESCO stated that the number of out-of-school children and young people has climbed for the seventh consecutive year. The report finds that […]

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Southwest zonal congress positions APC for electoral victories – Kolawole

Ondo State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Babatunde Kolawole, has said the just-concluded zonal congress of the party in the South-West has fulfilled constitutional requirements and positioned the party for success in forthcoming elections. Speaking in an interview in Lagos, he explained that the congress, which is held every four years, is designed […]

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Aiyedatiwa seeks stronger Public-Private Partnership for effective development

Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has emphasised the need for sustained collaboration between the government and private investors to drive effective development across the state. He spoke while delivering his remarks at the commissioning of Kembod Event Centre in Akure, recently. The governor described the edifice as a catalyst for economic vitality, social engagement, […]

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Falae’s autobiography captures Nigeria’s struggles for development – Mimiko

The autobiography of a former Secretary to the Federal Government, and Olu of Ilu Abo, Oba Olu Falae, launched in Lagos on Thursday, has been described as a rich collection detailing Nigeria’s struggles for socioeconomic and political development. In fact, a former governor of Ondo State, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, who gave the description,said the book […]

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Osun monarch warns against corruption, backs grassroots development plans

By John Dike, Osogbo The Orangun of Oke-Ila in Osun State, ona Adedokun Abolarin, has warned against corruption, urging political leaders, public office holders, and community stakeholders to embrace transparency and prioritise grassroots development for the benefit of future generations. He made the call on Wednesday during the official launch of Community Development Plans covering […]

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Dismantling your disqualification – 3

By Olubunmi Adebayo *Despite the several parameters of disqualification standing against Joseph as mentioned yesterday, he still became a ruler in the land of Egypt.* *He succeeded in dismantling the stronghold of the disqualifications against him, through the following factors :* *1) Just like the story of David that we discussed on Tuesday, a situation […]

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Aiyedatiwa hails Kekemeke’s return as APC Southwest chairman

Ondo State Governo Lucky Aiyedatiwa has described the reelection of Hon. Isaac Kekemeke as All Progressives Congress chairman in the Southwest as a testament to his leadership that has transformed the party in the zone in the last four years. While congratulating him, the governor noted that the occasion offered an opportunity for unity, encouragement, […]

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