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Adeleke disburses N500m to victims of election violence
News Express | 25th Aug 2026 | 117 By TEMITOPE PONLE Osun Gov. Ademola Adeleke has inaugurated a committee on election violence victims and released N500m from the state’s Election Violence Victims Relief Endowment Fund for affected persons. Adeleke in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Malam Olawale Rasheed, in Osogbo on Monday, said the fund was set aside to verify and address claims by persons affected by election-related violence.
Eid-el-Kabir: Adeleke urges residents to embrace sacrifice, compassion
News Published By Abimbola Aderinola Date 27th May, 2026 Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke Quick Read Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has urged residents of the state to reflect on the values of sacrifice, obedience, love, and compassion that define the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. By Temitope Ponle Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has urged residents of the state to reflect on the values of sacrifice, obedience, love, and compassion that define the Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
Adeleke commiserates with Orangun of Oke-Ila over wife's death
Ademola Adeleke of Osun has commiserated with the Orangun of Oke-Ila, Oba Adedokun Omoniyi Abolarin, over the passing of his wife, Solape. By Temitope Ponle Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has commiserated with the Orangun of Oke-Ila, Oba Adedokun Omoniyi Abolarin, over the passing of his wife, Solape. This is contained in a statement issued by Mallam Olawale Rasheed, spokesperson for the governor on Tuesday.
Why there is increase in teenage pregnancy - Expert
News Express | 22nd May 2025 | 8 By TEMITOPE PONLE Mrs Roseline Akinlabi, Adolescent Desk Officer, Osun Primary Health Care Board, says that child marriage and peer pressure are some factors responsible for increase in teenage pregnancy in the country. Akinlabi said this during an enlightenment programme organised by a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), The Challenge Initiative (TCI), on Wednesday in Osogbo.
Osun adopts unified ticketing system for commercial motorcycles, tricycles
News Express | 23rd Apr 2025 | 8 Osun Commissioner for Transportation, Sesan Oyedele Osun Commissioner for Transportation, Sesan Oyedele By TEMITOPE PONLE The Osun Government has approved a unified ticketing system for commercial motorcycle and tricycle operators across the state, in a bid to avoid leakages, extortion and multiple ticketing, This is contained in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Transportation, Mr Sesan Oyedele, on Wednesday in Osogbo.
Osun governor inaugurates committee to resolve land disputes
Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has inaugurated a 100-member committee to investigate the long-standing land disputes between Ifon, Ilobu, and Erin-Osun towns in the state. The committee’s establishment is a response to the bloody clashes that have resulted in loss of life and destruction of property in the affected communities. Speaking during the inauguration on Monday, Adeleke, who was represented by his deputy, Mr Kola Adewusi, tasked the committee with finding a lasting solution to the crisis.
NSCDC finds wandering child in Osun
News Express | 22nd Jan 2025 | 8 Wandering 15-year-old Quadija Abimbola Wandering 15-year-old Quadija Abimbola By TEMITOPE PONLE The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun State Command said the command found a 15-year-old female child, Quadija Abimbola, wandering at Owode-Ede, Osun.
NSCDC finds wandering child in Osun
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun State Command said the command found a 15-year-old female child, Quadija Abimbola, wandering at Owode-Ede, Osun. By Temitope Ponle The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Osun State Command said the command found a 15-year-old female child, Quadija Abimbola, wandering at Owode-Ede, Osun.
No new mpox case in Osun -Govt
Director of Public Health in Osun State, Dr. Akeem Bello, has dismissed reports of new monkeypox (m-pox) cases resurfacing in Ilesa. In a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday in Osogbo, Bello stated that only two cases had been recorded since January. “We have had only two cases this year, one in March and the latest in the last week of August.
Osun-Osogbo festival: Govt remains proactive in health education
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Osun-Osogbo festival: Curator warns against drinking from river
Mr Joseph Aworeni, Curator/Site Manager, National Museum, Osogbo and Osun-Osogbo Grove, has advised devotees and residents of the state not to drink from the Osun river due to contamination. Aworeni, who gave the advice in an interview with our reporter in Osogbo on Wednesday, said illegal mining activities in the state had contributed to the pollution of the river.
Breast milk not a cure for jaundice -Paediatrician
A consultant paediatrician has debunked the belief that putting breast milk in the eyes of babies with jaundice would cure it. Dr Funmi Adesokan, Consultant Paediatrician, Osun State University Teaching Hospital, spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), on Friday in Osogbo, to sensitise people. Adesokan explained that jaundice was caused by the uncontrolled breaking down of red blood cells, which causes bilirubin (a yellow pigment or colour) produced in the liver.
Hajj 2024: Osun registers 1,500 prospective pilgrims
No fewer than 1,500 prospective pilgrims in Osun may perform this year’s Hajj in Saudi Arabia. Alhaji Maruf Ishola, the Chairman of the State Muslim Pilgrims’ Welfare Board, said this during an enlightenment programme for them on Wednesday in Osogbo. Ishola said that the prospective pilgrims had deposited their Hajj fees with the board towards a successful preparation.
Adeleke disburses over N588m social safety funds
Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has disbursed over N588.10 million to 19,720 beneficiaries of Imole Osun Cash Grant Scheme on Thursday in Osogbo. Adeleke was represented at the event by the State Head of Service, Mr Ayanleye Aina. The governor said the beneficiaries were from the State Social Register for Poor and Vulnerable Households that were in the State Operation Coordinating Unit, National Social Safety Net Project in the state Ministry of Economic Planning, Budget and Development.
Adeleke reiterates commitment to grassroots development
Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun, on Thursday, reiterated his administration’s commitment to the well-being of people at the grassroots in the state. Adeleke said this in Osogbo at the presentation of cheques to some communities to execute projects that would directly impact the lives of the people in the areas.
AFRD: Security should remain national priority - Adeleke
Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has said that security of lives and property should be the major national priority of governments at all levels. Adeleke said this at the wreath-laying ceremony for Armed Forces Remembrance Day, on Monday in Osogbo. The governor said that a secured nation would enjoy a safe environment for human and capital development. “As the laying of wreaths is held nationally today, we have to remember the special place of Osun in national defence.
AFRD: Security should remain national priority – Adeleke
Gov. Ademola Adeleke of Osun has said that security of lives and property should be the major national priority of governments at all levels. Adeleke said this at the wreath-laying ceremony for Armed Forces Remembrance Day, on Monday in Osogbo. The governor said that a secured nation would enjoy a safe environment for human and capital development. “As the laying of wreaths is held nationally today, we have to remember the special place of Osun in national defence.
Nigeria’s inflation rate hits 24.08% in July – NBS — National Accord Newspaper
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) said Nigeria’s headline inflation rate increased to 24.08 per cent in July 2023. The NBS disclosed this in its Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Inflation Report for July , which was released in Abuja on Tuesday. According to the report, the figure is 1.29 per cent points higher compared to the 22.79 per cent recorded in June.
Niger coup: ECOWAS now a house divided against itself? — Daily Nigerian
By Temitope Ponle, NAN Is the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, the proverbial house divided against itself? On July 26, the military in Niger Republic staged a coup which ousted the government of President Mohamed Bazoum. This occurred after armed guards had taken over the presidential palace in Niamey, the capital, and placed Bazoum under house arrest. Gen.
ECOWAS condemns military takeover in Niger
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has condemned the coup d’etat in Niger. A statement posted on the website of the ECOWAS Commission said the bloc received the news of the military incursion with “shock and consternation”. “ECOWAS condemns, in the strongest terms, the attempt to seize power by force and calls on the coup plotters to free the democratically-elected President of the Republic immediately and without any condition,” the commission said.
NiDCOM celebrates Diaspora excellence with awards
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) celebrated Nigerians in the Diaspora for their contributions to the socio-economic growth of the country. The Chairman of NiDCOM, Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa said the commission was celebrating Diaspora excellence at the National Diaspora Day (NDD) 2023 and Diaspora Merit Award held in Abuja on Wednesday night. The Day, which was marked on Tuesday and Wednesday, had as its theme “Consolidating Diaspora Engagement for National Development”.
Diaspora remittances stood at $21.9bn in 2022 — Tinubu | Nigeria News Headlines Today
Diaspora remittances stood at $21.9bn in 2022 — Tinubu By Temitope Ponle The Federal Government said Diaspora home remittances in 2022 stood at US$ 21.9 billion through official channels. Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, said this at the 17th annual National Diaspora Day (NDD), 2023, at the Conference Centre, Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Tuesday. The theme of the day was: “Consolidating Diaspora Engagement for National Development”. Tinubu was represented by Hon.
Diaspora remittances stood at $21.9bn in 2022 — Tinubu - News Agency of Nigeria
Diaspora remittances stood at $21.9bn in 2022 — Tinubu By Temitope Ponle The Federal Government said Diaspora home remittances in 2022 stood at US$ 21.9 billion through official channels. Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, said this at the 17th annual National Diaspora Day (NDD), 2023, at the Conference Centre, Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Tuesday. The theme of the day was: “Consolidating Diaspora Engagement for National Development”. Tinubu was represented by Hon.
17m Nigerians’ skills globally can be harnessed for devt – NiDCOM - Global Patriot Newspapers
Chairman of NiDCOM, Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, on Wednesday at a news briefing ahead of the 17th annual National Diaspora Day scheduled for July 25 and 26 in Abuja. By Temitope Ponle Abuja, July 19, 2023 The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) says over 17 million Nigerians, globally, with skills, knowledge, network and experiences are indispensable assets which can be harnessed to bolster Nigeria’s progress and development. The Chairman of NiDCOM, Mrs.
ECOWAS condoles with bereaved families of victims of Kwara boat mishap
By Temitope Ponle President of ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Touray on Saturday condoled with families of Monday’s boat mishap in Kwara. “ECOWAS Commission received with shock, the tragic news of the boat mishap that led to the death of 100 persons and the disappearance of several others in Kwara on June 12,’’ he said. The president expressed his “heartfelt sympathy’’ and offered condolences to the bereaved families and to the Nigerian people.
Dabiri-Erewa’s Twitter account hacked again
By Temitope Ponle The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has said that the official Twitter account of Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, its Chairman, has been hacked again. A statement by Mr Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Head of Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, NIDCOM, alerted members of the public to the situation on Thursday. “This is to inform members of the public that the Twitter Account of Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/CEO, NIDCOM, has been hacked by some unscrupulous elements.
Abidjan-Lagos corridor will contribute to sub-regional economic growth - ECOWAS
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) said the Abidjan-Lagos corridor would contribute to the economic growth of the ECOWAS community citizens. A statement issued on the website of the ECOWAS Commission on Friday quoted the Ministerial Steering Committee of the Abidjan-Lagos Corridor Highway Development Project as saying this at a meeting in Accra on May 19.
Irish diaspora serves partnership for sustained engagement-NiDCOM
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) says the Irish diaspora engagement should serve as a strategic partnership for Nigeria’s sustained engagement with her citizens living outside the country. This is contained in a statement issued by Mr Gabriel Odu, Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, NIDCOM, in Abuja. Chairman of the commission, Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said this when the Irish Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr Peter Ryan paid a courtesy visit to NiDCOM.
ECOWAS urges commitment to youth empowerment
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have called on leaders to recommit to youth empowerment for peace and security. President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, made the call during presentation of the Status of Implementation of the Community Work Programmes at the ongoing First Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament in Abuja. Touray said youth empowerment was crucial to development and also prevented them from joining insurgent groups.
ECOWAS calls for investment in conflict prevention
By Temitope Ponle The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has called for investment in conflict prevention in member states, as it put its overall estimated cost at over 2.6 billion dollars. President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, said this in his address on the Status of Implementation of the Community Work Programmes at the ongoing First Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament in Abuja on Wednesday.
American Int’l University, Gambia, offers scholarships to Nigerian student evacuees from Sudan
By Temitope Ponle Mr Abiodun Odunuga, Co-founder, Friends of Nigeria, Europe, a non-governmental organisation, said he had received offers for scholarships from the American International University, The Gambia, for a number of the Nigerian student returnees from Sudan. Odunuga said the scholarships received were for students with practical courses and who were willing to come to The Gambia.
FG earmarked $1.2m for 5,500 stranded Nigerians in Sudan - Lawmaker
By Temitope Ponle The Federal Government has earmarked 1.2 million dollars to ensure that about 5,500 Nigerian students, currently schooling in Sudan and other citizens are safely returned. Rep. Lynda Chuba-Ikpeazu, a member of the ECOWAS Parliament, said this at the presentation of the Country Report on Nigeria at the ongoing First Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament on Tuesday.
American Int’l University, Gambia, offers scholarships to Nigerian student evacuees from Sudan
American Int’l University, Gambia, offers scholarships to Nigerian student evacuees from Sudan Posted by News Express | 10 May 2023 | 25 times By TEMITOPE PONLE Mr Abiodun Odunuga, Co-founder, Friends of Nigeria, Europe, a non-governmental organisation, said he had received offers for scholarships from the American International University, The Gambia, for a number of the Nigerian student returnees from Sudan.
Sudan crisis: 1,730 evacuees back to Nigeria on 9 flights- NiDCOM
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) said 1,730 Nigerians have returned from Sudan, with the latest flight from Port Sudan with 146 evacuees aboard Tarco Airline.
836 Nigerians evacuated from Sudan arrive in Abuja
By Temitope Ponle A total of 836 Nigerians who were evacuated from troubled Sudan arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. A statement on Sunday by Mr Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Head of Media, Public Relations, and Protocols Unit of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) indicated that the sixth batch of returnees from Port Sudan aboard Tarco Airline landed moments before with 102 evacuees, including pregnant women and children.
Sudan: 1,700 more Nigerians to be evacuated 'soon' – NiDCOM - P.M. News
By Temitope Ponle The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has promised that about 1,700 Nigerians remaining in Sudan will be evacuated “in a matter of days”. Mr Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Head of Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, NiDCOM, on Saturday said this was included in the highlights of the multi-agency briefing at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport on Friday.
ECOWAS strengthens fight against gender-based discrimination
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says it is facilitating the empowerment of women and strengthening the fight against gender-based discrimination through policies and programmes. The Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, Mr Sidie Mohamed Tunis, said this at the ongoing ECOWAS Female Parliamentarians Association (ECOFEPA) Town Hall meeting in Abuja on Friday.
Sudan crisis: over 7000 nationals stranded at Egyptian border
By Temitope Ponle Abuja, April 28, 2023 The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has said that over 7,000 nationals, including Nigerians, were not allowed to cross the border into Egypt since their arrival on Thursday evening from war torn Sudan. Chairman, NiDCOM, Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, made the disclosure in a statement issued by Mr. Gabriel Odu, Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, NiDCOM on Friday in Abuja.
Sudan crisis: Over 7,000 nationals stranded at Egyptian border
Sudan crisis: Over 7,000 nationals stranded at Egyptian border Posted by News Express | 28 April 2023 | 62 times •Stranded Nationals at Egyptian Borders By Temitope Ponle The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) said over 7,000 nationals, including Nigerians, were not allowed to cross the border into Egypt since their arrival on Thursday evening from war torn Sudan.
Chris Oyakhilome to host global event to showcase devotional spread globally | METROWATCH
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, Founder and President of Loveworld Incorporated, says arrangements have been concluded to host a ‘ReachOut World Extravaganza’ scheduled to hold from May 5 to 6. This is contained in a statement by the Rhapsody of Realities Department, Loveworld Incorporated, and on Sunday in Abuja. It noted that the extravaganza was to celebrate efforts made by the church in fulfilling Jesus’ mandate of spreading the gospel to every part of the world.
Sudan conflict: NiDCOM making arrangements to evacuate Nigerian students, citizens; Planes burnt, airspace closed
Home / News / Africa / Sudan conflict: NiDCOM making arrangements to evacuate Nigerian students, citizens; Planes burnt, airspace closed Africa, Local, News, Security Report 2 Views By Temitope Ponle Abuja, April 22, 2023 Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), says the Commission is making arrangements to evacuate Nigerians from Sudan. She, however, explained that it is impossible for any flights to leave the country at this time.
ECOWAS signs grant agreements worth 1.3m euros on agroecology
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) signed grant agreements worth 1.3 million euros with 15 training centres to build capacity on agroecology in member states. In a statement on the website of the ECOWAS, President of the commission, Dr Omar Alieu Touray, signed the grant agreements. The capacity building programme is part of the implementation of the ECOWAS Agroecology Programme co-funded by the European Union and the French Development Agency.
Nigerian students trapped in Sudan conflict seek evacuation
By Temitope Ponle The National Association of Nigerian Students in Sudan has called on the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) for a possible evacuation from the feuding country. This is contained in a statement issued by Mr Gabriel Odu, Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, NiDCOM on Thursday in Abuja. Odu said that the call was contained in a letter by the students to the commission.
ECOWAS reassures of completion of new building by 2025
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has assured member states of the completion of the new commission building, also known as the ”Eye of West Africa”, by February 2025. Amb. Yakubu Dadu, Chairperson of the Ad Hoc Ministerial Committee on the Construction of the New ECOWAS Community Institutions Headquarters, said this at a meeting at the experts level held in Abuja. The foundation of the new building was laid on Dec.
Africans should rewrite narrative for progressive Africa – Dabiri-Erewa - Global Patriot Newspapers
Arts & Entertainment, Local, News, World 0 Views By Temitope Ponle Abuja, March 29, 2023 Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has said that the onus lies on Africans, at home and in the diaspora, to rewrite the narrative for a progressive Africa. Dabiri-Erewa said this at a joint world news conference ahead of the Global African Diaspora Symposium (GADS) on Wednesday in Abuja.
NiDCOM Says Few Nigerians Agree To Return From Tunisia |
By Temitope Ponle Abuja, March 6, 2023 The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has said that few Nigerians agreed to return home from Tunisia, following that country’s president’s remarks on Feb. 21. Naija247news gathered that Tunisian President, Kais Saied, at the meeting of Tunisia’s National Security Council, called for urgent measures against sub-Saharan migrants.
Forum urges African countries to integrate protection of natural resources
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and Regional Forum on Sustainable Development has called on African nations to redefine and develop their economic models by integrating protection of natural resources. This was part of the forum’s resolutions after their meeting on sustainable development held in Niamey, Niger Republic, on Friday, March 3, 2023. The meeting deliberated on issues that included water, land, promotion of renewable energy and a just transition.
U.N Agency wants Africa to protect its natural resources
By Temitope Ponle The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) has called on African nations to redefine and develop their economic models by integrating the protection of natural resources. This was part of the forum’s resolutions after their meeting on sustainable development held in Niamey in Niger Republic on Friday. The meeting deliberated on issues that included water, land, the promotion of renewable energy and a just transition.
AfCFTA Boosts Intra-African Trade By 20% — UNECA |
By Temitope Ponle Niamey (Niger), March 2, 2023 The Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) said the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) increased intra-African trade by 20 per cent in 2022. This is against the commission’s prediction of 52 per cent by 2022. Speaking on the sidelines of the Ninth Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development in Niamey, Niger, Antonio Pedro, Acting Executive Secretary, UNECA, said the level of trade had increased.
e-Commerce in Africa to grow by 50% by 2025 - UNECA
e-Commerce in Africa to grow by 50% by 2025 — UNECA Posted by News Express | 1 March 2023 | 47 times By TEMITOPE PONLE The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), says e-commerce in Africa is set to grow by 50 per cent by 2025. The Acting Executive Secretary, UNECA, Mr Antonio Pedro, this at the opening of the 9th Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development in Niamey, Niger on Tuesday.
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