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Lawmaker Mourns Victims of Osun Community Violence, Urges Justice, Peace

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The Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Foreign Affairs, Oluwole Oke, has expressed grief over the tragic violence that erupted in Esa Oke, Osun State, on Monday, resulting in the loss of lives and injuries to members of the community. A statement released by the 𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁, 𝗜𝗷𝗲𝘀𝗮 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲,…

Adeleke Directs Arrest of Masterminds behind Ido-Ayegunle Violence

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Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has ordered the arrest and prosecution of those behind the deadly attacks on the Ido-Ayegunle community, noting that this must happen regardless of their social status. Governor Adeleke expressed shock at the attacks, which caused loss of lives and properties and praised security agencies for capturing and detaining many…

Nigeria Strengthens Economic Ties with Germany to Boost Investment, Jobs

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The Federal Government of Nigeria is strengthening its ties with Germany to promote foreign direct investment and stimulate economic growth. The Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, disclosed this on Tuesday while welcoming a delegation from the IHK Giessen-Friedberg Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Germany. The delegation’s visit aims to enhance…

INEC to Pay N1.12bn to Family of Man Killed by Driver

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The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission to pay N1.12bn in compensation to the family of one Mike Madu, killed by an INEC driver in Imo State. Justice Inyang Ekwo, in a judgment on Friday, ordered INEC to pay the N1.12bn with 10 per cent interest per annum from…

End insecurity by 2025 ending – Tinubu Gives Military Marching Orders

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President Bola Tinubu has issued marching orders to the military to end banditry and general insecurity by the end of 2025. This was disclosed by the Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, in a viral video. Following Tinubu’s order, Badaru said the military will continue its onslaught against bandits and all forms of criminalities. The Minister…

IGP Warns Officers against Land Issues, Frequent Case Transfers.

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The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun today expressed worries over what he termed the “unwarranted and unethical” practice of transferring ongoing cases and the misuse of public offices by certain officers. The IGP warned that any officer found engaging in the indiscriminate transfer of case files or misusing their office will henceforth “face…

Oyo Polytechnic, College Workers Threaten Indefinite Strike over Minimum Wage

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The workers of polytechnics and colleges of education in Oyo State have threatened to embark on an indefinite strike from February 6, 2025, following the continued delay in implementing the approved minimum wage for the institutions by the Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde. The Chairman, Joint Action Committee, Dr Kola Lawal, made this known in…

Aiyedatiwa Hails Ondo’s Growth at 49, Pledges More Development

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Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has expressed optimism about the state’s steady progress, emphasizing its journey towards all-round development and prosperity. This comes as the state marks its 49th anniversary on Monday. According to reports made available to Newsmen, Ondo was among the seven states created in 1976, expanding Nigeria’s state count from 12 to…

Reps Seek Adequate Funding for NIMC, NYSC, Others in 2025 budget

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The House of Representatives is pushing for adequate funding for some government agencies, over the amount proposed in the 2025 budget estimates. The Deputy Spokesman of the House, Mr Philip Agbese, has said on Monday. Ahead of the possible passage of the N49.70 trillion 2025 budget proposal this week by the National Assembly, Agbese told…

Nigerians condemn corruption but defend corrupt leaders – EFCC Chairman

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The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, has said some Nigerians complain of corruption but support corrupt leaders in various ways when they are prosecuted. Speaking at the weekend in Abuja during a visit by officials of the Centre for Crisis Communication, led by Chris Olukolade, the EFCC boss pointed out…