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ONIROYIN SUPPORT INITIATIVE MOURNS THE PASSING OF ITS CONVENER, OLATUNDE AYINDE OLADUNJOYE

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*ONIROYIN SUPPORT INITIATIVE MOURNS THE PASSING OF ITS CONVENER, OLATUNDE AYINDE OLADUNJOYE* Oniroyin Support Initiative, a not-for-profit, humanitarian and non-governmental organisation dedicated to providing financial support for the families of deceased journalists and those with health challenges in Ogun State, is deeply saddened by the passage of our cherished Convener, Comrade Olatunde Ayinde Oladunjoye.  Comrade Oladunjoye bid the world farewell on Friday, 4th April 2025, following a brief illness. He was aged 58. His passage was a devastating blow to our young but promising organisation, especially coming barely a month after the successful launch of our first empowerment programme for selected families of deceased journalists and those with health issues at the Basic Trust International, Oke-Ilewo, Abeokuta. The event, which held specifically on Thursday, 27th February, 2025, also featured free medical screenings, medications, and consultations for beneficiari...

Oladunjoye's Passing: A Profound Loss

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Oladunjoye's Passing: A Profound Loss Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has described the death of the Ogun All Progressives Congress (APC) spokesman, Tunde Oladunjoye, as a terrible loss. Abiodun, who said he received the news of the demise of the erudite spokesman and chief consultant to the Ogun State Government with disbelief and shock, expressed deep sorrow that the dynamic, loyal, and committed politician died in the prime of his youth. He described the deceased as a forthright, down-to-earth, consummate politician who always stood gallantly and unwaveringly by any cause he believed in, adding that he was a stabilizing factor both in Ogun APC and in government circles. He said: "Receiving the news of the departure of our gallant, highly resourceful, uncommonly cerebral, and hardworking party spokesman and consultant, Tunde Oladunjoye, was devastating to me. "This is tragic news that is, frankly, difficult to fathom; one death too many, but still w...

OGSG BEGINS UPGRADING/INTER CADRE EXAMINATIONS FOR ITS WORKFORCE

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OGSG BEGINS UPGRADING/INTER CADRE EXAMINATIONS FOR ITS WORKFORCE           Ogun State Civil Service Commission today commenced the 2023/2024 upgrading inter cadre transfer examinations for deserving workers on the payroll of the state government. Addressing participants before the commencement of the exercise held at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, the Commission's Chairman, Engineer Tokunbo Odebunmi revealed that it was part of measures to improve service delivery Engr Odebunmi commended them for making effort to improve their knowledge, adding that the examination would among other things assist the Commission to ascertain the authenticity of the certificates they claimed to have obtained.   Odebunmi who also commended the State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun for approving the exercise assured that the Commission remains committed to  the principles of fairness and equity and would not entertain any form of bias.   ...

Ogun Cracks Down on Criminals, Lights Up Sagamu Interchange, Clears Shanties

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Ogun Cracks Down on Criminals, Lights Up Sagamu Interchange, Clears Shanties As part of efforts to make the Sagamu Interchange and its environs a no-go area for criminals, the Ogun State Government has provided illumination at the under-bridge area along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and subsequently at the four intersections of the interchange. The State Government, which took this step after clearing the illegal shanties, shops, and stalls in the area in order to deprive criminals of cover, undertook adequate illumination of the area through solar street lights. Recently, the State Government, in a statement issued by the Special Adviser on Media and Strategy to Governor Dapo Abiodun, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, stated that it was fully apprised of the situation in the area and would never allow criminals to continue to launch attacks on innocent citizens. Previously, as part of its response to the reported activities of criminals in the area, the government had deployed police a...

My Sallah visit is not a political campaign, Akpoti-Uduaghan refutes claim"

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*My Sallah visit is not a political campaign, Akpoti-Uduaghan refutes claim" Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District in Kogi State  has dismissed claims by political opponents that her recent visit to her hometown was a political gathering, clarifying  that her trip yesterday  was solely to celebrate Sallah with her constituents and had no political undertones.  In her response to the frivolous  allegations of paying and mobilising  attendees for the event, Senator Akpoti -  Uduaghan  described the claims as baseless and misleading. “This was a celebration of unity and shared love, not politics,” she stated.  “The people who welcomed me did so of their own free will, and I deeply appreciate their sacrifice.” Despite a government-imposed restriction on vehicular movement, the senator expressed satisfaction for the thousands of supporters that trekked long distances through bush paths to receiv...

My Sallah visit is not a political campaign, Akpoti-Uduaghan refutes claim"

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*My Sallah visit is not a political campaign, Akpoti-Uduaghan refutes claim" Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District in Kogi State has dismissed claims by political opponents that her recent visit to her hometown was a political gathering, clarifying that her trip yesterday was solely to celebrate Sallah with her constituents and had no political undertones.  In her response to the frivolous allegations of paying and mobilising attendees for the event, Senator Akpoti - Uduaghan described the claims as baseless and misleading. “This was a celebration of unity and shared love, not politics,” she stated.  “The people who welcomed me did so of their own free will, and I deeply appreciate their sacrifice.” Despite a government-imposed restriction on vehicular movement, the senator expressed satisfaction for the thousands of supporters that trekked long distances through bush paths to receive her with a heroic welcome.  ...

Eid-El-Fitr: Lagos Council Chief Greets Muslims, Urges Prayers For Nigeria

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Eid-El-Fitr: Lagos Council Chief Greets Muslims, Urges Prayers For Nigeria The Chairman of Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State, Princess Surah Animashaun has admonished Muslim faithful to sustain the lessons of sacrifice, discipline and love learnt during the period of Ramadan beyond this period. The Chairperson said Nigerians must use the period for a sober reflection on the state of things in the country, urged them to pray fervently for the peace and tranquility of the nation. While congratulating the Muslim Ummah for completing one of the Five Pillars of Islam, she said “Remember that moderation is important in everything you do during this period.” She said the Muslim Faithful has gone through one of the most rigorous Islamic obligations of one month fast and prayers as well as other forms of worship and urged all believers to imbibe the lessons learnt during the Ramadan period through sacrifices, almsgiving to the needy, continuous exhibition of piety as well as ...