By John Dike, Osogbo Osun Amotekun Corps commander, Adekunle Isaac Omoyele, has congratulated the newly elected executives of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Osun State Council, urging closer collaboration between the media and security agencies to curb criminal activities across the state. He made the call in a congratulatory message issued on Wednesday in […]
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The 2026 International Mother Language Day, popularly known as “Asa Day.” will be celebrated in Ondo State on Wednesday February 23. A statement on behalf of the state government by Bisi Lawani, spokeswoman of the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology,said the event is scheduled to take place on Monday, February 23, 2026, across all […]
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calls for peaceful conduct as party holds Wards, LGAs congresses Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has distanced himself from the crisis that rocked the state secretariat of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), in Akure, the state capital, on Tuesday. Some political thugs had reportedly invaded the party’s state secretariat in Akure, venue of […]
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Mr. Festus Adewale Omomowo has been appointed as the new Permanent Secretary of the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC). The appointment was announced on February 16, 2026 by Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa. Omomowo previously served at the Ondo State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) before his redeployment to OSOPADEC. Born on July […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo As millions of Christians worldwide mark the Ash Wednesday today, the Catholic Bishop of Osogbo Diocese, Most Rev John Oyejola, has urged the faithful to embrace repentance, renew their faith, and deepen their relationship with God as the Lenten season begins. Delivering his homily at the Ash Wednesday Mass he celebrated […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has called on residents of the state to recommit to justice, compassion, and peaceful coexistence as Muslims commence the holy month of Ramadan. In a goodwill message released in Osogbo, the governor described justice as the bedrock of a safe and prosperous society, urging political actors […]
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By Olubunmi Adebayo *God meant it when Jesus spoke the following words to humanity:* *Mtt 11:28-Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.* *[29]Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto […]
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Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili A former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, on Tuesday joined protesters at the National Assembly, amplifying calls for the mandatory inclusion of real-time electronic transmission of election results in the Electoral Act Amendment Bill, 2026. Ezekwesili, who appeared on the fourth day of the demonstration, warned against what she […]
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The Senate on Tuesday passed the Electoral Act, 2022 (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill 2026, following tense deliberations and a contentious debate over Clause 60. The upper chamber resumed proceedings with a demand for a division on Clause 60 raised by Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe (ADC/Abia South), prompting a rowdy session. As reported by Channels TV, Senate […]
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By Olusola Adeyegbe As the crescent moon marks the start of Ramadan, and ash is placed on foreheads to begin Lent, something rare unfolds when these two sacred seasons coincide. For Christians, and Muslims alike, the call to fasting, prayer, and self-examination rises together, inviting us to look beyond our own traditions and consider the […]
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