No fewer than 19 buildings were demolished at the New Mandela Plaza inside the bustling Trade Fair Complex, Lagos, as the state government moved in with heavy security to enforce the exercise. The operation was carried out under the watch of armed security operatives, including men of the Lagos State Task Force, Rapid Response Squad,…
The Mogaji Ariyibi Arikotokowooggunsi, Olorisaoko, Abebi, Ibadan, Mogaji Soladoye Akeem Adewole, has described the Olubadan designate, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Akanmu Ladoja, Arusa Maru ti ise 1, as “the king Ibadanland has been waiting for,” celebrating his legacy of service, resilience and sacrifice ahead of his coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland on September 26,…
The Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Honourable Oludaisi Elemide, has challenged the management of the Nigerian Immigration Service in the state to discharge their responsibilities with a high level of professionalism, through the promotion of due diligence and integrity to achieve a prosperous Nigeria. Mr. Elemide threw the challenge while playing host…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu The Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority, OYRLEA, has begun its enforcement against street trading, anti-open rearing/grazing regulations and other related laws in the State. The Enforcement team of the Authority led by the Chairperson, OYRLEA, Hon. Justice Aderonke Aderemi (rtd.), alongside the Chairman, Environmental Task Force, DCP Francis Ojomo (rtd),…
The Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) in Ogun State on Tuesday reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the rule of law and enhancing the security architecture in the state. This was made known during the 2025 Ogun State PCRC Leadership Retreat and Seminar held in Igbesa, Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of the state. Speaking at the…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu The recent deaths of two prominent sons of Ibadanland has been described as losses of two rare gems of Ibadanland by His Imperial Majesty Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, Ige Olakulehin 1in his commiserations with all sons and daughters of Ibadanland on the demise of the former Governor of Oyo State, Dr Omololu…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu A Law Professor at the University of Ilorin, Kwara State, AbdulRazzaq Alaro says the push for Shariah law implementation in the southwest is not aimed at Islamising the country. Professor Alaro, said this while delivering the 2025 Annual Ramadan lecture of Muslim Lawyers Association of Nigeria (MULAN), Oyo State Branch, held in…
Former Deputy Governor of Osun State, Prince Clement Adesuyi Haastrup from Bilaro Oluodo ruling house has emerged as the Owa Obokun Ajimoko III and Paramount Ruler of Ijesaland. His emergence was announced after an election by the kingmakers within the premises of Ilesa West Local Government Secretariat, in Ilesa. Announcing the result, the Head of…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has expressed concern over a reported death sentence of a young man in the state for stealing a fowl. In a statement on social media, Adeleke directed the state’s attorney general and commissioner for justice to launch a full investigation into the case and initiate processes…
By Babatunde Tiamiyu The Spokesperson to the Executive Governor of Osun State, Mallam Olawale Rasheed has felicitated with the Chief Press Secretary to former Governor of Osun State, Mr. Ismail Omipidan, on his recent appointment as the Deputy Editor (Politics and Head of Politics Desk) of the Sun Newspaper, commending his vast experience in journalism…