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Adebisi Secures Makinde's Assurance For First Secondary School

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  The Chairman, House Committee on Youth and Sports, Oyo State House of Assembly, Honourable Yusuf Adebisi, on Tuesday, attended the budget presentation on the floor of the Oyo State House of Assembly, delivered by His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde, where the Governor assured him of the approval for the establishment of the first secondary school in Ibadan Southwest Constituency 1. The budget presentation, which attracted members of the State Executive Council, lawmakers, party leaders, traditional rulers and other stakeholders, was described as a defining moment for the people of Ibadan Southwest Constituency 1, who have for decades cried out for a government-owned secondary school of their own. For years, parents in the constituency have had to send their children to far-away schools in neighbouring constituencies, with many children trekking long distances daily, facing security risks, high transportation costs, and the stress of early morning journeys, just to access second...
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Lagos SWAGA Inaugurates Friday, Targets Grassroots Mobilisation for Tinubu’s 2027 Re-election

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  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The Lagos chapter of the South West Agenda for Asiwaju (SWAGA) has reaffirmed its commitment to mobilising grassroots support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election in 2027, ahead of its formal inauguration scheduled for Friday, November 13, 2026. The inauguration, which will take place at the Blue Roof, Lagos Television, Agidingbi, Ikeja, is expected to attract political leaders, government officials, All Progressives Congress (APC) stakeholders, traditional rulers and other prominent personalities. Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday, Chairman of the Lagos SWAGA Media Committee, Hon. Lanre Odubote, described the forthcoming inauguration as a major step towards repositioning the movement, strengthening its organisational structure and expanding its political influence across Lagos State. Odubote, who spoke on behalf of the State Chairman, Hon. Alao Owolabi, popularly known as Bertola, said SWAGA was established as a volunteer-driven polit...
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2027: Igbo Community Leader in Orile-Agege Urges Support for Tinubu’s Second Term

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  By oluwaseyi fadoro  A leader of the Igbo community in Orile-Agege, Lagos Chief Solomon Sunday Chukwu, , has called on members of the community to support  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, stressing the need for continuity in governance and the completion of ongoing developmental projects. Solomon, who spoke on the political position of the Igbo community, said members were being sensitised to support the government in power because Lagos was their home and their businesses and livelihoods depended largely on the continued development and stability of the state. According to him, there is no way Lagos can become a better place without cooperation between residents and the government, noting that supporting the administration would promote continuity and prevent the abandonment of ongoing projects. He maintained that the popular saying that "the devil you know is better than the angel you do not know" aptly captured the need to sustain the current a...
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Union Bank and Partners Recognise Outstanding Educators and Commission Digital Learning Centre in Abuja

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   Union Bank of Nigeria has again demonstrated its longstanding commitment to improving educational outcomes for students, teachers, and young people in the communities it serves through its sponsorship of the 2026 Maltina Teacher of the Year Award Grand Finale, held on Friday, 30 October 2026, at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Now in its third consecutive year as a partner of the Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition (MTOTY), which is in its 12th edition, the Bank joined the organisers, Nigerian Breweries Plc and the Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund, and sector stakeholders to celebrate teaching excellence as the overall winner was announced. Ms Busayo Victoria Adeyemo of Lanre Awolokun High School, Gbagada, Lagos, was named Maltina Teacher of the Year 2026 from ten finalists selected out of more than 2,000 entries nationwide. Her prizes include ₦10 million, a new Honda SUV, an international capacity development programme, and a ₦30 million infrastructur...
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The Inspiring Journey Of His Royal Highness, Oba (Dr.) Adedotun Adebola Adeboyejo, The Oniponda Of Iponda-Ijesa

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  ...A Royal Ascension Celebrating Enterprise, Philanthropy, Community  Development and Distinguished Leadership     The people of Iponda-Ijesa in Obokun Local Government Area of Osun State  have witnessed a significant moment in their history following the official  approval of the appointment of Prince (Dr.) Adedotun Adebola Adeboyejo as the  new Oniponda of Iponda-Ijesa by the Osun State Government, through the Ministry  of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs. The appointment, which takes  effect from Friday, October 23, 2026, marks the beginning of a new chapter in  the traditional leadership of the ancient community.     His Royal Highness, Oba (Dr.) Adedotun Adebola Adeboyejo, ascends the  revered throne with an impressive record of entrepreneurial accomplishments,  professional excellence, humanitarian service and commitment to community  development. His emergence represents the coming together of bu...
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Oyo Govt Fixes November 11. for 2026 Productivity Merit Day Awards

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  The Oyo State Government has approved Wednesday, November 11, 2026, for the 2026 Productivity Merit Day Awards ceremony, marking the grand finale of activities lined up for the 2026 Public Service Week. In a statement issued and signed by the Chairman, Publicity and Protocol Committee, Pastor Adeola Oduola, the ceremony will take place at Professor Theophilus Ogunlesi Hall, opposite the main gate of the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan at 9;am prompt. The Head of Service said all necessary arrangements had been concluded to ensure a successful and hitch-free event, which is expected to attract prominent personalities and stakeholders from within and outside the state. The Oyo State Head of Service, Dr. Adenike Fasina, mni, said the occasion would be graced by the Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, alongside other top government functionaries and dignitaries. She described the Productivity Merit Day Awards as an important platform for recognising and celebrating o...
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ICONIQ FEST 2026: BNXN, FOLA, Oxlade, Ruger and Mr P Set to Take Over Abuja and Lagos This December

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  Detty December is about to get even bigger as ICONIQ FEST returns for its 2026 edition, bringing together some of Nigeria’s most exciting music stars for a series of live performances across Abuja and Lagos. With five headline acts, six shows and two cities on the calendar, the festival is setting the stage for an exciting festive season, giving music lovers multiple opportunities to experience their favourite artistes live. Scheduled to kick off in Abuja on December 16 before moving to Lagos from December 19 to 23, ICONIQ FEST 2026 features an impressive lineup comprising BNXN, FOLA, Oxlade, Ruger and Mr P. The Abuja edition opens with FOLA Live at Bali Recreational Park on December 16. The festival then moves to The Lekki Coliseum in Lagos for five consecutive nights of music and entertainment. Lagos gets the party started on December 19 with BNXN’s Still In Charge concert, followed by FOLA’s Cloud 9 on December 20. Oxlade takes the stage on December 21 for Plug The Ox , whil...
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