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By Adebola Isimijola, Lagos The management of the Nigeria French Language Village, Badagry, Lagos State, has dismissed reports of a planned relocation of the institution, citing continued Federal Government support under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The management described the reports as rumours and urged the public to disregard them, insisting that the institution remained in Badagry and was effectively discharging its statutory responsibilities. This was contained in a statement issued on Friday and signed by the Deputy Registrar, Information and Protocols, Mrs Sessi Fagbeji-Agemo. As evidence of the Federal Government’s support, the management cited the institution’s return to the beneficiary…

…unveils grassroots mobilisation strategy across six states …cites reforms, students loan, infrastructure By Sade Adewale The National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, South-West, Prince Diran Iyantan, has expressed confidence that the region will deliver more than 90 per cent of its votes to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election. Iyantan disclosed this while speaking with journalists in Ado-Ekiti on Friday, on the sidelines of the swearing-in of Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, for a second term in office. He said the APC would commence intensive grassroots mobilisation across Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo…

By Kayode Olabanji The Chairman of the Central Planning Committee for the 2026 Public Service Week in Ondo State, Reverend Somo Ogunlade, has said the programme is designed to promote unity among workers and demonstrate their commitment to the state government’s agenda. Ogunlade, who is the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget, disclosed this in an interview with THE HOPE during activities marking the 2026 Public Service Week in Akure. He said the Head of Service, Chief Segun Odusanya, had introduced new ideas into this year’s celebration to make it more engaging and memorable for public servants.…

The Nigerian Air Force has recovered additional components of its ATR 42-500 aircraft that crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, as multi-agency teams continue search and recovery operations at the site. The Air Force disclosed this in a statement posted on its official X handle on Wednesday, noting that specialist divers from the Nigerian Navy and the Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau were conducting underwater search and recovery operations alongside its recovery team. The operation involves hydrographic surveys, satellite-based search-and-rescue imagery, mud excavation and the pumping of excess water to gain access to areas of interest. The NAF said the teams…

By Michael Ofulue, Osogbo The Osun State Police Command has organised a mental health awareness lecture for its personnel to promote psychological well-being, emotional resilience and effective service delivery. The programme, held in commemoration of World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10, was aimed at sensitising officers to the importance of mental health amid the demanding nature of police work. The command’s Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday. According to the statement, police officers routinely face stressful situations, security challenges, emergency responses and other occupational pressures that can affect…

– By Mary Agidi Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has directed the Ministries of Environment and Health to commence extensive fumigation of Igbokoda river and its environment following complaints  over the strong stench emanating from the river where the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crashed. This was contained in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Mr Idowu Ajanaku on Wednesday. According to him, the directive is aimed at preventing a possible outbreak of diseases, as the river serves as a major source of livelihood for residents of Igbokoda and neighbouring communities. “The governor also directed the…

By Michael Ofulue, Osogbo National and State House of Assembly candidates of the Accord Party in Osun State have pledged their support for Governor Ademola  Adeleke’s role in President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election campaign, promising to mobilise voters across the state for the president. The candidates made their position known through the Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adewale Olumide Egbedun, who is the co-chairman of the group of Accord National and State Assembly candidates. Egbedun said the candidates remained united behind Adeleke’s political leadership and were committed to supporting his assignment as Osun State…

…hails Aiyedatiwa, party leaders over women’s appointments …pledges voter mobilisation across 18 LGAs By Oluwadamilola Akinduro Ondo State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Dr Seun Osamaye, has pledged to mobilise women across the state’s 18 local government areas for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s re-election bid. Osamaye made the pledge following her appointment as chairman of the Women Affairs Subcommittee of the 2027 Ondo State All Progressives Congress (APC) Presidential Campaign Council. Osamaye, who is also the convener of the O’Datiwa Women Initiative, commended Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the state coordinator of the 2027 Presidential Campaign Council, and…

By Oluwadamilola Akinduro The Ondo State Government has inaugurated girl-child ambassadors to promote girls’ rights, discourage child marriage and raise awareness about sexual exploitation and other harmful practices. The initiative was unveiled on Tuesday at the Skill Acquisition Hall of the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development in Akure as part of activities marking the 2026 International Day of the Girl Child. Under the programme, two students from each participating secondary school were selected as ambassadors to educate their peers on personal safety, girls’ rights, responsible decision-making and the dangers of child marriage. A total of 120 girls from…

…as Tinubu 2027 Re-election Support Group holds road rally in Akure * Initiative designed to take campaign activities beyond party structures -Fola Tinubu, DG, Support Group By Sade Adewale and Ayodele Popoola Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has reiterated the call for the re-election of President Bola Ahned Tinubu in 2027, citing his administration’s economic reforms, increased allocations to state and local governments and infrastructure projects. Represented by his deputy, Dr. Olayide Adelami, Aiyedatiwa made the call on Tuesday, while receiving the Director-General of the Tinubu 2027 Re-Election Support Group, Mr. Fola Tinubu and members of…