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  The Olofin Adimula Culture and Traditions Foundation has commended former Osun State Governor, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, for pioneering the declaration of August 20 as a work-free day in recognition of Isese Day. The foundation also praised the governors of Lagos, Ogun and Oyo States for declaring Thursday, August 20, 2026, a work-free day to commemorate this year’s Isese Day celebration. In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by its Convener, Comrade Akinpelu Adesina, the foundation called on the remaining South-West governors to follow suit by officially recognising August 20 as a public holiday dedicated to celebrating Yoruba culture and traditional religion. Adesina, who is also the Atayese Olosun of Ibadanland, said Aregbesola deserved recognition as the first governor to declare a public holiday for the celebration of Yoruba traditional religion and culture during his tenure as Osun State Governor. He described Isese Day as an important occasion for celebrating the rich...

  The Deputy Chief Whip of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Yusuf Oladeni Adebisi, has reaffirmed his commitment to the growth and success of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), urging members and supporters of the party to remain steadfast, united and committed to the political movement. Hon. Adebisi gave the assurance during his visit to the Allied Peoples Movement local government meeting in Ibadan Southwest Local Government, where contestants for various elective positions within the local government and other party stakeholders gathered to deliberate on the progress of the party. The lawmaker’s arrival at the meeting venue was greeted with excitement and a large crowd of supporters from his constituency, who welcomed him with funfair, solidarity songs and enthusiastic cheers. Party members and supporters also took turns to shower encomiums on the lawmaker, applauding his accessibility, commitment to grassroots development and continued support for his people. Speaking at t...

  The Centre for Public Accountability and Social Well-Being has raised the alarm over what it described as repeated attacks, alleged intimidation and destruction of property belonging to the Ojaekomo Family of Sapata Village, Eti-Osa Local Government Area of Lagos State. The organisation, speaking on behalf of the Ojaekomo Family and its development partner, Shaffykay & Co. Property Limited, alleged that the incidents were being orchestrated by one Bashiru Fakorede and his associates in connection with a parcel of land said to have been allocated to the family by the Lagos State Government. During a press conference held in Lagos on Wednesday, the group said the situation had escalated in the past week despite an earlier warning issued at a press conference on August 10. According to the organisation, members of the Ojaekomo Family and Shaffykay were allegedly arrested and detained on what it described as trumped-up allegations, including claims relating to possession of firea...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The Ijo Orunmila Adulawo has commended the Lagos and Ogun State Governments for recognising and promoting Yoruba cultural heritage through the observance of the 2026 Isese Day celebration. In a statement signed by the Olori Oluwo and Spiritual Head of Ijo Orunmila Adulawo Worldwide, Chief Ifagbemi Ifajobi, and made available to journalists in Lagos, the organisation described the recognition of Isese Day as a significant step towards preserving the indigenous values, traditions and cultural identity of the Yoruba people. The organisation noted that the celebration would provide an opportunity for younger generations to reconnect with their ancestral heritage and appreciate its continued relevance in contemporary society. It said the decision by the two states to acknowledge the occasion reflected a growing appreciation of Nigeria’s diverse cultural heritage, while highlighting the role of traditional institutions in promoting peaceful coexistence, moral ...

  Photo caption: L-R: Team Lead, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Fidelity Bank Plc, Victoria Abuka; Fidelity Food Bank Partner, Rev. Fr. Michael Domingo; Cathedral Administrator, Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, Catholic Diocese of Abeokuta, Itesi, Adatan, Abeokuta, Rev. Fr. Dominic Olagbaju; and Branch    As part of its efforts to alleviate hunger and support livelihoods across Nigeria, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has donated more than 2,000 food packs to residents in Abeokuta, Ogun State, through its Fidelity Food Bank Initiative. The distribution exercise, held at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Cathedral, Itesi, Adatan, Abeokuta is a part of the bank's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme focused on supporting vulnerable populations and expanding access to essential food supplies. Speaking at the event, Folaranmi Jemirin, Regional Bank Head, South West 1, Fidelity Bank Plc, disclosed that the bank has distributed over 300,000 foo...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  Prophet Godwin Ikuru, founder of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry, has been described by his supporters as a “seer of our generation” following his earlier prophecy concerning Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State. The cleric had reportedly spoken about Governor Adeleke’s political fortunes in 2022, and attention has once again been drawn to the prophecy amid renewed political developments in the state in 2026. Supporters of Prophet Ikuru said the development has strengthened their confidence in his prophetic ministry, describing his earlier declaration as evidence of his spiritual insight and foresight. According to them, the fact that the prophet has again spoken about Governor Adeleke in 2026 has generated renewed interest in his previous pronouncements. “Prophet Godwin Ikuru indeed remains a seer in our generation,” his supporters said, praising what they described as his consistency and courage in making prophetic declarations. The development has al...