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PDP Sweeps Osun Local Government Elections Amid Police Concerns

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has won all chairmanship and councillorship positions in the 30 local government areas of Osun State, according to the Osun State Independent Electoral Commission (OSIEC) Chairman, Hashim Abioye. Speaking at a press conference over the weekend, Abioye described…

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Entertainment

Afrobeats Star Ruger Announces Wedding Plans for 2025

Popular Nigerian Afrobeats singer, Michael Adebayo Olayinka, known as Ruger, has revealed his intention to get married this year. The artist shared the news on Snapchat, stating that witnessing multiple weddings around him has inspired him to take the step towards marriage. Reflecting…

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Local

Excitement as Oyebanji Gifts 3-Bedroom House to Elderly Widow

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has handed over a fully furnished three-bedroom bungalow to an elderly widow, Madam Modupe Ajayi Alufoge, in Igbara-Odo Ekiti. The house, built and donated by the Abiyamo Esther Oyebanji Foundation, came as a relief to Madam Ajayi,…

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National

Tinubu Launches National Greenhouse Gas Emission Monitoring Programme

President Bola Tinubu has unveiled the National Greenhouse Gas Emission Monitoring Programme (NGHGEMP) in collaboration with Netzence Sustainability Limited, marking a major milestone in Nigeria’s fight for a healthier and more sustainable environment. The programme was launched at the 2025 Environmental Health Excellence…

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Local

Oyebanji Urges Residents to Patronise Government Hospitals

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has called on residents to utilise government hospitals for their healthcare needs, emphasising the need to justify the state’s massive investment in renovating and equipping hospitals. Speaking on Tuesday while receiving a delegation from Ifaki Ekiti, led…

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Local

Ekiti Government Distributes Free UTME Forms to 3,000 Candidates

The Ekiti State Government has provided free Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) forms and e-PINs to at least 3,000 candidates ahead of the 2025 examination. The initiative is aimed at supporting students seeking admission into higher institutions. Distributing the e-PINs on Tuesday in…

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Local

Governor Oyebanji Mourns Deputy Governor’s Mother, Olori Esther Adegboye

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has extended his condolences to Deputy Governor, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye, following the passing of her mother, Olori Esther Iyalaje Adegboye. Madam Adegboye passed away early yesterday morning after a brief illness at the age of 97.…

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National

CBN Issues New Guidelines on Dormant Accounts and Unclaimed Balances

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has introduced new regulations governing the management of dormant accounts, unclaimed balances, and other financial assets in banks and financial institutions across the country. Under the new guidelines, banks and certain financial institutions are now required to:…

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Local

Ekiti State Executive Council Approves Key Development Projects

The Ekiti State Executive Council, chaired by Governor Biodun Oyebanji, has approved several far-reaching decisions aimed at youth empowerment, infrastructure development, and economic growth. One of the major highlights is the approval of the Ekiti State Youth Policy Implementation Plan, which provides a…

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International

Zelenskyy Insists on Ukraine’s Inclusion in Peace Talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has once again stressed the need for Ukraine to be included in any discussions aimed at ending the ongoing war with Russia, following talks between U.S. and Russian officials in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Speaking on Wednesday, Zelenskyy reaffirmed that…