Director-General Liaison Office Abuja and Lagos, Hon Ezekiel Temitope Oladimeji has felicitated with Christians in the state and in the country on this year’s Easter celebrations. OTOPE who is the Parakoyi of Ajia land in his goodwill message on Saturday, said witnessing this year’s Easter is a special grace from God in view of the prevailing economic situation in Nigeria. The PDP chieftain stated that Easter is very significant because it is an annual event marking the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. OTOPE urged Christians to emulate the sacrifice and selflessness of Jesus Christ in their…
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The chairmanship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP in Ibarapa Central local government area of Oyo State, Hon Olusola Adeleke popularly known as Solar has congratulated Christians on the celebration of this year’s Easter. According to Solar, Easter is celebrated to mark the persecution, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The PDP candidate urged Christians not to use their positions to oppress others, but to learn from the Lord Jesus who used his power and position to serve and comfort others. “It was not that the Lord Jesus lacked the power to overcome those who went to arrest…
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Otunba Olusina John Ogunsola has felicitated with Christians on the occasion of the year 2024 Easter. In a statement issued by the popular philanthropist and House of Representatives aspirant in Oluyole Federal Constituency, called on Christians to use the Easter period to pray for the restoration of peace and economic stability in the nation, particularly, the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde. He reminded Christians that Easter symbolises sacrifice and service to God and country. This is as he urged Nigerians to emulate Jesus Christ who laid down his life for mankind.…
The Ovie of Ewu Kingdom in the Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, Clement Ikolo, Urhukpe 1, has surrendered himself to the police. Punch reports. This decision comes on the heels of the Defence Headquarters declaring him and seven others wanted on Thursday at a briefing in Abuja in connection to the killing of military personnel in his domain. On March 14, 2024, officers and soldiers of the 181 Amphibious Battalion were killed by some irate youths during a peacekeeping mission in the Okuama community. Okuama and Okoloba communities in the state have been embroiled in a…
The Central Bank of Nigeria has said that it recorded an inflow of over $1.5 bn into the economy over the past few days, indicating that its monetary policy efforts are working positively. The bank’s acting Director, Corporate Communications Department, Mrs. Sidi Ali, made the assertions in a statement made available to The PUNCH on Friday. She noted that data available to the bank indicated that the inflow resulted from the bank’s effort to stabilise the foreign exchange market. Ali said the naira has also continued to record gains in the Autonomous Foreign Exchange market as it traded at…
In a bid to further promote culture and tourism, the Oyo State Government has promised to turn the Cultural Centre, Mokola, into a world-class edifice that will attract people from all walks of life. This was made known by the State’s Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Wasiu Olatubosun, during the commemoration of the Year 2024 World Theatre Day which took place at the Cultural Centre, Mokola, Ibadan. Olatubosun, who lauded Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, for his commitment to the promotion of culture and the arts, added that the governor had put in place a perfect plan…
Ibadan North PDP Chairmanship Candidate, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has felicitated with Christians on the occasion of Good Friday. He also wished the people of Ibadan North a happy Easter celebration. The message reads: Dear Ibadan North, As we observe Good Friday and approach the glorious celebration of Easter, I would like to take a moment to extend my heartfelt wishes to you and your loved ones. May this Good Friday serve as a reminder of the immense love and sacrifice that was made for us, filling your hearts with gratitude and hope. And as Easter approaches, may it bring…
The Oyo state government has revealed that local government autonomy can only be sustainable if the federal government steps in to take up financial responsibilities for public primary schools and medical institutions to relieve the financial burdens of the state government This was disclosed this when the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade visited the Local Government Commissioner Hon. Segun olayiwola in his office on a fact finding mission. He noted that the salaries and allowances of teachers and local government employees in Oyo State amount to over five billion naira every month, which the state has been managing…
The Oyo State Government is desirous to find a lasting solution to the lingering power problem to its installations across the state. With the problem of power solved, the issue of epileptic water supply to the residents of Oyo State is half solved. This was disclosed by the Executive Chairman of Oyo State Water Corporation, Hon. Elias Adeojo during a meeting with the representatives of IBEDC, Engr. Ismaila Nuhu, the Regional Technical Manager, Oyo Region and Mr. Donald Olu, the Regional Key Accounting Manager, Oyo Region on Thursday in his office. The meeting was facilitated after an initial crucial…
House of Representatives member representing Ibadan Northwest/Southwest Federal Constituency, Hon. Dhikrulahi Adedeji Stanley popularly known as Odidiomo has felicitated with Christian faithful in Ibadan Northwest/Southwest Federal Constituency, Oyo State and Nigeria as they celebrate Good Friday to mark the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Hon Stanley Olajide who is also the Chairman House Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity stated this in a statement released by his Media Team, urging Christian faithful to use the period to emulate the lifestyle of Jesus Christ while on earth. He said Jesus submitted to the will of God by willingly offering himself as…