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Appointment: Akinyele Executive Chairman,Hon Akinwole Akinleye congratulates Engr Akintomide Akinleye and Mogaji Oladosu, hails Gov Makinde.

The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has extended his congratulatory messages to the duo of Engr Akintomide Akinleye and Mogaji Oladosu who were appointed as Executive Assistant on Sport Development and Vice Chairman Pacesetter Transport Services respectively. In a congratulatory message made available to the public through his Personal Assistant, Mr […]

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We Will Appeal Bayelsa Court Judgment Against Olukoyede, Says EFCC

The judge declared the seizure and sealing of the company’s properties and those of Bribena by the EFCC as unlawful, stating they were not proceeds of crime. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it would appeal an order issued by Justice Isa Dashen of the Federal High Court in Bayelsa State against the […]

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Tinubu Speaks On Petrol Price Hike

President Bola Tinubu has broken his silence on the increase in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol. Tinubu ,who addressed Nigerians living in China on Friday, said the petrol price hike and other reforms by his administration are part of an overall strategy to set Nigeria on the path of […]

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Take Note Of Wike’s Threats, PDP Govs Tell Security Agencies

Governors under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have urged security agencies to note the “threats” by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to cause political crises in the state of any governor who tries to interfere in the affairs of the PDP in Rivers State. Wike in Port […]

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100 DAYS IN OFFICE: AKINYELE LG SUPERVISORY COUNCILORS CONGRATULATE HON AKINWOLE AKINLEYE ON HIS LANDMARK ACHIEVEVENT IN HIS 100 DAYS IN OFFICE

It has been an amazing 100 days for the Executive Chairman, Hon Akinwole Akinleye and his wonderful team in office steering the affairs of our beloved Local Government and ensuring we have a peaceful and prosperous future. Judging from feedbacks received so far, it is evident that we as a team have created a path […]

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Senator Alli congratulates Vice President Kashim Shettima on 58th birthday

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Vice President Kashim Shettima on the occasion of his 58th birthday. This is contained in a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen on Monday in Ibadan. Senator Alli commended Shettima’s unwavering dedication to the nation’s progress and the pivotal role he […]

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Aides celebrate Senator Alli’s elevation as Ekarun Balogun of Ibadanland

The aides of Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) have expressed immense joy and pride over the elevation of their principal to the esteemed title of Ekarun Balogun of Ibadanland. This is contained in a statement signed by Senator Alli’s Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan. The […]

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Tinubu To Present Whistleblowing Policy To NASS Soon, Says Edun

The minister explained that the Federal Government expects the support of Nigerians in making the policy work towards enhancing transparency and accountability. President Bola Tinubu will soon present the whistleblowing policy to the National Assembly for legislative action. This is according to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun. He […]

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SECURITY: Akinyele Local Government Executive Chairman Holds Joint Security Meeting with major Stakeholders, Commends Security operatives for recent breakthrough, admonish them not to relent

In a bid to improve the security architecture within Akinyele Local Government and to make the security of lives and properties intact, The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye held an important Joint Security meeting with major stakeholders within the Local Government. In a statement made available to the public through his […]

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Borno State’s Commissioner for finance found d@ad in his room

The Commissioner for Finance in Borno State, Ahmed Ali Ahmed has been found d@ad in his room. According to Daily Trust, the commissioner’s d@ad body was found after his door was forcefully opened in the morning of Monday, August 26, 2024. The deceased was discovered d@afpd after he failed to emerge at his usual morning […]

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TINUBU APPOINTS NEW DIRECTORS-GENERAL OF NIA, DSS

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of new Directors-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and the Department of State Services (DSS). Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed is the new Director-General of the NIA. Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi is the new Director-General of the DSS. Ambassador Mohammed has had an illustrious career in the foreign service […]

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Philanthropy: Akinyele Executive Chairman And OBF Grand Patron, Hon Akinwole Akinleye Laud Chief Benedict Akika as he empowers Akinyele OBF Members.

The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government and the Grand Patron of Omituntun Benedict Forum(OBF), Akinyele Chapter, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has appreciated the philanthropic efforts of the Mayegun of Akobo Land and Agbaakin of Olounda Abaa, Chief Benedict Akika for empowering Akinyele OBF members. In a statement made Available to the public through his Media […]

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Senator Alli’s Holiday Coaching Program Yields Success: Beneficiaries Celebrate Outstanding Results

By Akeem Abas The holiday coaching program sponsored by Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has begun to yield remarkable results, with beneficiaries praising the initiative as their academic performances show significant improvement. The program, which aims to enhance the educational standing of students within the Oyo South Senatorial District, has already made a noticeable impact, […]

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Supreme Court upholds Imo gov, Uzodimma’s re-election victory

The Supreme Court has upheld the Imo state governorship election that produced Hope Uzodimma as the governor of the state for a second term.In a judgment delivered today August 23, a five-member panel of the apex court in a unanimous decision dismissed the appeal brought before it by the Peoples Democratic Party and its candidate, […]

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Supreme Court Declares Ododo As Kogi Gov

The five-man panel held that the allegation of substantial non-compliance with the Electoral Act was not proven by the SDP governorship candidate. The Supreme Court on Friday affirmed the election of Usman Ododo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as winner of the Kogi State governorship election which held on November 11, 2023. The affirmation […]

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Tinubu Mourns Jigawa Flood Victims, Assures State Govt Of FG’s Support

Over 16 people were killed and more than 3000 displaced in flood disasters in 14 local government areas of the state. President Bola Tinubu has mourned the victims of the devastating flood in Jigawa State, assuring the state government of his administration’s support. Over 16 people were killed and more than 3000 displaced in flood […]

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Oyo Gov’t Pays N513m Compensation To Land Owners For NAF Base, Other Projects

The Oyo State Government has commenced the payment of compensation to owners of the affected properties along the Ajia Inukan LCDA, Ona Ara Local Government, corridor in the state. Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Williams Akin-Funmilayo, revealed this at a meeting with the claimants where he recalled that the government recently acquired […]

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ISESE DAY: Hon Akinwole celebrates traditional worshippers, admonishes them to pray for the peace and unity of the nation

The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has extended warm wishes to traditional worshippers on the celebration of this year’s world annual isese Day Celebration. In a statement made Available to the public through his Media Aide, Ogundipe Miracle, Hon Akinleye called for prayers for the unity, peace and progress of our […]

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Tinubu Appoints Usman As Chairman Of National Hajj Commission

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman as the Executive Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria. As contained in the statement by the Special Adviser to the President, Ajuri Ngelale, the appointment is subject to confirmation by the Senate. According to the statement, Professor Usman is a renowned […]

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Tinubu Jets Out To France Today

This is coming two days after the Nigerian leader returned to Abuja from the Equatorial Guinea. President Bola Tinubu will travel to France today, the presidency has said. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. He said Tinubu would return to the country […]

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