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Month: February 2024

NLC declares two-day nationwide mass protest over economic hardship

The leadership of Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has declared a two-day nationwide mass protest for February 27 and 28.  Daily Trust reports that Joe Ajaero, NLC president, stated this at Labour House, Abuja, during an emergency session, which held on Friday. Ajaero said the decision to protest was taken after the expiration of the 14-day…

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Gbagi Traders Allege GSM Aide of masterminding disruption of Bola Ige International market master plan

Stakeholders in Ibadanland drawn from traders at Bola Ige International Market and prominent chiefs in the city have met to discuss the alleged disruption of the market’s master plan by a consultant engaged by the Oyo State Government. The meeting which had in attendance Turaki Adeen of Oyo State, Alhaji Abduljelyl Adanla; the Chairman/CEO, Ilaji…

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2 prophets, 2 herbalists, 3 others arrested for killing 35 year old woman for money rituals (VIDEO)

●Saying they are promised ritual will generate N200 million in just seven days The Ogun State Police Command apprehended two herbalists, Moses Abidemi and Oluwo Samuel Monday, as well as two so-called priests of the Cherubim and Seraphim Church, Prophet Peter Oluwalolese and Prophet Jamiu Yusuf in connection with the murder of a 35-year-old woman…

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Rainfall: Again, Motorists, Commuters, Residents Lament Stoppage of Works on Olorunsogo-Akanran Road

Ahead of this year’s rainfall, motorists, commuters and residents of the Olorunsogo-Akanran road have again lamented the stoppage of works on the Olorunsogo-Akanran road by the contractor handling the dual carriage way. For the second time in about two months, residents alleged the contractor of dereliction of duty, just as they feared they might be…

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Provost Advises Matriculating Federal Cooperative College Students On Good Conduct

The Provost of the Federal Cooperative College, Ibadan, Dr. Stephen Oyeleye, has issued a strong warning to the school’s new students. In his address at the college’s 81st matriculation ceremony, held today at the school’s auditorium, where over 400 students were welcomed into the institution, the Provost emphasized the importance of hard work, integrity, and…

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Tinubu meets Governors over rising food prices,  insecurity

President Bola Tinubu in company of Vice President Kashim Shettima on Thursday at the State House met with the 36 States Governors and the FCT Minister. The meeting agreed on common ground to addressing some of the challenges currently facing the country especially the rising cost of food and insecurity. After extensive deliberations the President…

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Makinde’s aide clears air on new acquisition of private jets

One of the aides to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde who spoke on condition of anonymity has responded to news that his boss recently acquired a private jet. When asked to confirm if truly, the aide said ” ‘it’s wicked and stupid! I don’t know how to respond to such’. A report…

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ADMISSION INTO OYSCOHEST FOR HND PROGRAMMES COMMENCES

Admission into Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology, Eleyele, Ibadan for its NBTE accredited HND programmes has commenced. The available courses for qualified, interested applicants are HND, Dental Nursing, HND, Dental Therapy, HND, Nutrition and Dietetics, HND, Health Information Management and HND, Environmental Health Technology. According to a statement issued by the College,…

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UK economy officially enters recession

The UK economy has officially entered a recession after experiencing two consecutive quarters of negative economic growth in the latter half of 2023. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported that gross domestic product (GDP) shrank by 0.3% in the fourth quarter of 2023, following a contraction of 0.1% in the previous three months. This…

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Again, Oyo Gov’t Closes Six Health Facilities Over Quackery

The Oyo State Government, has shut six health facilities across the state over quackery. The six health facilities sealed committed various offenses, including recruitment of unqualified personnel to provide medical services and engage in illicit practices. Speaking during an inspection and monitoring exercise held within the Ibadan metropolis, the State Antiquackery Task Force Committee Chairman,…

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