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Bandits Recruiting Youths For As Low As N500, Says Radda

The governor lamented that banditry which is rife in the North-West region of Nigeria has become a business venture for some persons including government officials. The governor of Katsina State Dikko Radda says poverty is one of the major factors fueling banditry in the country, citing instances where young people are recruited into crime for […]

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Senator Alli advocates journalists’ safety, welfare on World Press Freedom Day

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has advocated better welfare and safety of journalists nationwide as they celebrate 2024 World Press Freedom Day. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan. Alli acknowledged the pivotal role journalists play in upholding […]

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Ebonyi Governor Announces N10,000 Addition To Workers’ Salary

The governor had earlier in July 2023, barely one month in office, added N10,000 to the salary of Ebonyi State workers. Governor Francis Nwifuru of Ebonyi State The Governor of Ebonyi State, Francis Nwifuru, has again awarded additional N10,000 to the salary of the state workers. The governor made the pronouncement during the 2024 workers […]

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Workers’ Day: Senator Alli hails workers’ dedication, sacrifice

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended felicitations to the hardworking and dedicated workers across the state as they commemorate Workers’ Day in the year 2024. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Ibadan. Alli expressed sincere appreciation for […]

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PDP Voters Confident of Victory as Senator Alli Condemns OYSIEC’s Conduct of Election

The conduct of the Local Government Election by the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) has come under heavy criticism from Senator Sharafadeen Alli, who represents the Oyo South Senatorial District. The Senator, who voted in Ward 3 in Ibadan North Local Area, described the electoral process as a sham. Expressing his disappointment, Senator Alli […]

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Oyo LG Polls: Santana Heroically Storms Kishi To Mobilize Votes For PDP Candidates In Irepo LGA

It is an heroic homecoming as the Saraki of Kishi land, Alh. Abdulateef Adediran Sulaimana aka Santana gallantly, to the admiration of the populace, stormed the grand finale rally of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) for the forthcoming LG polls in Irepo LGA in the evening of Wednesday, 24th April, 2024 Santana, who spoke extemporaneous […]

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Photo story:Atiku Visits Senator Ningi In Abuja

Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has paid a solidarity visit to Ningi at his residence in Abuja on Monday. Atiku said he visited the opposition senator on account of his suspension by Senate President, Godswill Akpabio over allegations of budgetary irregularities and fiscal inflation introduced into the 2024 Appropriation Act without mandatory approval by the […]

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We’ll continue to support judiciary, legislative arms –Makinde

Swears in new Customary Court of Appeal President Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, has reaffirmed his administration’s continued commitment to working with and supporting the judiciary and legislative arms.The governor maintained that this would help the government to maintain a functional system, noting that his government has, in the last five years, had a […]

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Osun’s Two First Ladies Welcome Remi Tinubu

The two wives of the Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, are currently trying to outshine each other, with both of them laying claim to the Office of the First Lady of the state. The two women, Ngozi and Titilola, have printed different posters that have gone viral with their names and pictures welcoming Nigeria’s First […]

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Rivers State Assembly Vetoes Fubara, Passes Law On LGA Chairmen

This latest veto is the 6th time the House of Assembly has overridden the governor to enact laws since the start of the political battle in the state. The political tension in Rivers State is showing no signs of abating as the Rivers State House of Assembly has once again vetoed Governor Siminalayi Fubara and […]

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Birthday: Senator Alli sends heartfelt wishes to Oyo APC chair, Omodewu

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended warmest birthday felicitations to Chief Isaac Omodewu, the Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Tuesday in Ibadan. Alli said that Omodewu’s dedication and service […]

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Gbolarumi commends Makinde for creating religious harmony in Oyo State

●Speaks on Ramadan, State of the Nation, and PDP Former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Alhaji Hazeem Gbolarumi, who is a prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), spoke about various topics during an interview with journalists. He discussed the teachings of Ramadan, the state of the nation, the PDP, the Olubadan obaship tussle, […]

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Senator Alli’s humanitarian efforts touch hearts in Sabo, Ibadan

In a heartfelt demonstration of compassion, Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has distributed food items to the Hausa Community residing in the vibrant Sabo area of Ibadan. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Monday. The senator’s team led by his […]

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Mixed reactions as Senator Dino Melaye shows off and poses with his luxurious G63 limousine online

Nigerian politician, Dino Melaye has sparked a lot of mixed reactions after flaunting a G63 limousine in a recent photo. The senator, known for his flamboyant lifestyle, shared a picture of himself dressed in a stylish suit, striking a pose in front of the blue luxury vehicle. In the caption, he attributed his acquisition to […]

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Senator Alli seeks collaboration with NACA for Oyo South Senatorial District.

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC- Oyo South) has sought the collaboration ofNational Agency for Control of AIDS (NACA) towards enhancing the physical and mental well-being of his constituents and Oyo State. He made the call during a courtesy call on the NACA’s Director-General, Dr. Temitope Ilori in her office. Alli, who was earlier inaugurated as a […]

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Easter: Senator Alli charges Christians to uphold virtues of Jesus Christ

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC- Oyo South) has enjoined Christians worldwide to uphold the virtues of humility, love, selflessness and sacrificial spirit exhibited by Jesus Christ as they celebrate Easter. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on Saturday in Ibadan. Alli emphasised […]

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Bank Re-Capitalisation is a good programme that will boost the Capital Market.- Senator Osita Izunaso

The new minimum capital requirements for banks operating in Nigeria, with the objective of ensuring a more safe, sound and stable banking ststem is a welcome development that will help strengthen the country’s financial system in general. This new Capital requirement is justified by the negative impact of naira depreciation on the capital base of […]

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Tinubu: A visionary leader committed to Nigeria’s economic revitalisation at 72- Senator Alli

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to national development as he clocks 72. This is contained in a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan. “Today marks a special day in the life of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria, a visionary leader […]

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NNPP Accuses Gov Abiodun Of Interfering In Judiciary In Ogun

The Acting National Chairman of the New Nigeria People’s Party, (NNPP), Alhaji Abba Kawu Ali has expressed grave concern about what he termed an attempt by the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun to interfere with the works of the judiciary in the state. Ali who was speaking at a press conference on Monday at […]

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Senator Alli donates to widows’ charity, promotes poverty alleviation initiatives

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC- Oyo South) has stressed the need for politicians to address the prevailing economic challenges facing Nigeria through palliatives and other community initiatives. He made the call during the inaugural Ramadan Lecture and Widows Empowerment Programme organised by Prince 89.7FM Management at the OTM Central Mosque on Sunday in Ibadan. Alli, who […]

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