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  • We Are Mobilising Support Across the Board for Tinubu– Ondo State City Boy Movement Woman Leader, Director Of Women Affairs

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    Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the women wing of the City Boy Movement (CBM) in Ondo State has declared its full commitment to mobilising massive support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu across all segments of society.

    The CBM Women Leader, Hon. Princess Olawumi Fayemi-Obayelu, made this known during a stakeholders’ meeting with the Ondo State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Kolawole Babatunde, in his office.

    Speaking at the meeting, Fayemi-Obayelu stated that the CBM women wing has already swung into action, engaging women, youths, market leaders, and community influencers to deepen grassroots support for the President’s re-election bid.

    “We are not leaving any stone unturned”

    “From the urban centres to the rural communities, we are mobilising support across the board for President Tinubu. His visionary leadership, economic reforms, and commitment to national development deserve continuity”

    She commended the Ondo State APC Chairman for his inclusive leadership style and pledged the unwavering loyalty of CBM women to the party’s structures in the state.

    According to her, the meeting provided an opportunity to strengthen collaboration and align strategies for a successful 2027 Presidential election and to deliver the APC presidential candidate. Ashiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. GCFR.

    In his response, Hon. Kolawole Babatunde applauded the Ondo State CBM women wing for their early mobilisation efforts and charged them to remain focused, disciplined, and united.

    He assured them of the party’s support and expressed confidence that with such dedication, victory for President Tinubu and the APC in Ondo State is assured.

  • NANS urges UNILAG to reopen school fees, course registration portal for 48 hours

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    The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has appealed to the management of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) to reopen its school fees payment and course registration portal for an additional 48 hours to enable affected students complete their registration ahead of the forthcoming examinations.

    In a press statement issued on Friday and signed by the President of NANS, Dist. Comr. Akinteye Babatunde Afeez, the association expressed concern over the closure of the portal on June 21, despite the university’s examinations being scheduled to begin on August 10.

    According to NANS, the decision has left many students stranded at a time when the country is facing severe economic challenges, making it difficult for many parents and students to meet their financial obligations.

    The student body noted that the Federal Government’s Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) was established to improve access to higher education, stressing that universities should complement such efforts by showing flexibility and understanding.

    “Nigerian students and their parents are already burdened by the prevailing economic realities. Many students were still making genuine efforts to raise their school fees before the portal was shut. Closing the portal at this stage has placed their academic future at serious risk through no fault of their own,” the statement read.

    While acknowledging the university’s authority to determine its academic and administrative procedures, NANS appealed to the institution to temper its decision with compassion.

    The association urged the university management to reopen the payment and registration portal for at least 48 hours, describing the move as a humane intervention that would provide affected students with a final opportunity to regularise their registration before examinations commence.

    “NANS respectfully appeals to the management of UNILAG to reconsider its decision in view of the prevailing economic realities. Justice, no matter how sound, should never be separated from mercy,” the statement added.

    The association reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the interests of Nigerian students, insisting that no student should be denied access to education because of temporary financial difficulties.

    NANS also called on the university authorities to act swiftly and compassionately to prevent deserving students from losing an academic session due to circumstances beyond their control.

  • Flash flood: Ajilo sympathises with ondo residents, seeks urgent intervention

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    The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the House of Representatives, Ondo East/Ondo West Federal Constituency, Dr. Michael Akintomide Ajilo, has expressed sympathy with residents of Ondo Kingdom affected by the devastating flash flood triggered by Wednesday’s heavy rainfall.

    Ajilo, in a statement issued on Thursday by his Media Adviser, Oyedele Abiodun, said his thoughts and prayers were with families who suffered losses, displacement and destruction of homes, businesses and means of livelihood as a result of the disaster.

    He described the incident as unfortunate and prayed for God’s comfort, strength and protection for all those affected.

    “I share in the pain and anxiety of our people during this difficult time. My heart goes out to every resident affected by this flood. I pray that God grants comfort, strength and protection to everyone impacted, and that our community emerges from this challenge stronger and more united,” he said.

    The APC chieftain called on relevant government agencies and emergency response authorities to urgently provide relief materials, temporary shelter, medical assistance and other humanitarian support to victims, stressing that prompt intervention was necessary to ease the hardship being experienced by affected families.

    Ajilo also appealed to the Ondo State Government and other stakeholders to implement lasting solutions to the recurring flooding in Ondo Kingdom.

    According to him, blocked drainage channels and waterways should be cleared without delay, while sustainable drainage infrastructure and effective flood control measures should be prioritised to prevent future occurrences and protect lives and property.

    He further urged residents to remain vigilant, cooperate with emergency responders, avoid flooded areas and continue supporting one another during the recovery process.

    Ajilo noted that the resilience, unity and communal spirit of the people of Ondo Kingdom would help them overcome the present challenge.

  • BREAKING: Residents Trapped as Flood Ravages Italuogho, Itanla Communities in Ondo

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    By Our reporter

    Panic gripped residents of Italuogho and Itanla communities in Ondo East local government on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, as torrential rainfall triggered severe flooding that submerged major roads, stranded commuters and motorists, and invaded several homes.

    The floodwaters, which overflowed drainage channels and spread across the affected communities, brought vehicular and human movement to a standstill, leaving many residents counting their losses and calling for urgent government intervention.

    Residents described the incident as another painful reminder of the community’s long-standing flooding crisis, lamenting that repeated appeals for lasting drainage and flood-control measures have gone unanswered.

    A resident, Mr. Ibukun Akin, said many families were thrown into panic as floodwater entered their homes, destroying household belongings and creating serious health and safety concerns.

    “We are living in fear. Whenever there is heavy rainfall, our community is flooded. Today’s incident has shown once again that we need urgent government intervention. If nothing is done, lives may be lost,” he said.

    A commercial driver, Mr. Alabi, who plies the route daily, said several vehicles were trapped while motorists struggled to navigate the flooded road.

    “This road has become a nightmare whenever it rains. The flooding keeps getting worse because the problem has been neglected. We are appealing to Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa to urgently provide a lasting solution,” he said.

    The residents urged the Ondo State Government to immediately construct and rehabilitate drainage channels, desilt blocked waterways and implement permanent flood-control measures to prevent future occurrences.

    They also appealed to their representatives in the National Assembly and the Ondo State House of Assembly, as well as other sons and daughters of the community serving in government, to facilitate immediate intervention.

    The residents warned that continued delay in addressing the flooding could result in greater destruction of lives and property as the rainy season intensifies.

  • Ondo Lawmaker Denies Alleged Vehicle Sale, Urges Public to Await Police Investigation

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    Member representing Ilaje Constituency II in the Ondo State House of Assembly, Hon. Olawumi Fayemi-Obayelu, has denied allegations linking her to an alleged vehicle transaction, describing the claims as false, malicious and a deliberate attempt to damage her reputation.

    In a press statement issued on Saturday, the lawmaker said the allegations being circulated by Mr. Jimoh Tahiru were unfounded and riddled with inconsistencies.

    According to her, it is illogical to suggest that a serving member of the Ondo State House of Assembly would attempt to sell a government-issued vehicle. She also questioned why the complainant allegedly failed to provide key details of the vehicle, including its make, model, registration number and the purported purchase price in the petition submitted to the Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly.

    Fayemi-Obayelu disclosed that the matter is currently under investigation by the Zonal Criminal Investigation Department (ZCID), Zone 17, Akure, following a complaint reportedly lodged by Mr. Tahiru.

    She, however, alleged that despite initiating the complaint, Mr. Tahiru had repeatedly failed to honour invitations from police investigators, a situation she said had delayed the conclusion of the investigation.

    The lawmaker maintained that she had consistently honoured every invitation extended to her by the police, alongside Mrs. Iyakorede, a car dealer said to be connected to the matter.

    She further raised questions over the whereabouts of her vehicle, asking who damaged it, why it was allegedly taken to Lagos for repairs and why it had yet to be repaired and returned.

    Expressing confidence in the Nigeria Police Force, Fayemi-Obayelu said she remained fully committed to cooperating with investigators until the matter is concluded.

    She urged members of the public to disregard what she described as false and malicious allegations and to avoid drawing conclusions until the police complete their investigation and make their findings public.

  • Ondo State Sports Council FC Lift Trophy as Pa Samuel Ilesanmi Celebrates 90th Birthday

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    Ondo State Sports Council FC defeated FC JogboJogbo 1–0 to emerge champions of the Pa Samuel Ilesanmi 90th Birthday Sports and Football Tournament held at the Anglican Grammar School Field, Ijare.

    In the third-place play-off, Mawotan FC defeated Mosinmiloluwa FC 2–1 to secure the bronze medal.

    Four teams including; FC JogboJogbo, Ondo State Sports Council FC, Mosinmiloluwa FC and Mawotan FC – competed in the knockout tournament.

    Ondo State Sports Council FC booked their place in the final with a 2–1 victory over Mawotan FC in the semi-finals, while FC JogboJogbo thrashed Mosinmiloluwa FC 4–1 to qualify for the final before finishing as runners-up.

    The football tournament, Ayo Olopon, draught, egg race and other sporting competitions formed part of the week-long activities organised to celebrate the 90th birthday of Pa Samuel Ilesanmi.

    Other activities marking the celebration included a spiritual counselling session, children’s and grandchildren’s games, poems, stories and shared memories, an Asun Night with entertainment, a grand finale at BTO Hall, Akure, and a thanksgiving service on Sunday.

    In the Ayo Olopon competition, Oyewole Igbekele emerged winner, while Oluwafemi Sunday and Oladimeji Tope finished in second and third positions respectively.

    Samson Adejumo came first in the challenge game, with Makinde Esther and Sani Bosede taking second and third places respectively.

    In the egg race, Oluwarina Olamiposi claimed first position, followed by Awoleye Korede in second place, while Ariyo Oluwatoyin finished third.

    The nonagenarian, Pa Samuel Ilesanmi, expressed joy and appreciation, offering prayers for his children, family members, friends, organisers and spectators who attended the sporting event.

    Pa Samuel Ilesanmi is the founder of Celestial Church of Christ, Ona Ara Blessed Cathedral, Ijare, popularly known as Cele JogboJogbo.

    A major highlight of the event was the presentation of a Super Eagles jersey to the celebrant by his admirers.

    The Pa Samuel Ilesanmi 90th Birthday Sports and Football Tournament was sponsored by Dammybib Mortgage Brokers UK, Ubusting Nig. Ltd., Akure, Riktoy Oil & Gas, Akure, JSP Communication, Akure, and Tapson Aluminium, Ado.

    The event was organised by a committee chaired by the Life President of Celestial Church of Christ, Ona Ara Blessed Cathedral, Ijare, retired Captain Isaac Ibitoye Ilesanmi.

    The committee’s co-chairman was former Special Adviser to former Ondo State Governor, Dr Segun Mimiko, Hon. Akinsola Akinbobola, while Mr David Ilesanmi served as secretary.

    Other members of the organising committee included the Chairman of the Ondo State Sports Writers Association, Segun Giwa; the Chairman of Ondo State Sports Council Coaches, Joshua Ogunbiyi; the proprietor of Royal Goldwin Academy, Johnson Perez; and other professionals.

  • Tinubu’s reforms have rescued Nigeria from fiscal collapse – CarryGo

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    A prominent grassroots mobiliser and political strategist, Ambassador Oladipupo Babatunde Okeyomi, popularly known as CarryGo, has declared that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms have rescued Nigeria from fiscal collapse, insisting that the administration’s achievements will continue to attract public support across the country.

    Speaking during an interview with our reporter, Okeyomi dismissed criticisms of the Tinubu administration, saying the President inherited enormous economic challenges but had demonstrated bold leadership through difficult reforms that are already producing positive results.

    According to him, Nigeria’s external reserves have climbed to nearly $50 billion, while inflation has dropped considerably from its 2024 peak, reflecting the effectiveness of the administration’s economic policies.

    He also credited the removal of fuel subsidy and the unification of the foreign exchange market with increasing monthly allocations to states and local governments through the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC), giving sub-national governments more resources for infrastructure and development.

    Okeyomi further highlighted the growth of Nigeria’s capital market, which he said has reached a record valuation of about ₦160 trillion, alongside ongoing construction and rehabilitation of over 2,700 kilometres of federal highways.

    He listed major infrastructure projects such as the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway, Abuja-Kaduna-Zaria-Kano Road and the Kano-Katsina-Maradi rail project as evidence of the administration’s commitment to national development.

    The grassroots mobiliser also praised the government’s interventions in the petroleum sector, noting that crude oil production had increased to about 1.68 million barrels per day, while investments in domestic refining and upstream operations continued to grow.

    On education and social welfare, he commended initiatives such as the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), which he said has benefited more than 1.5 million students, as well as consumer credit programmes designed to improve the living standards of Nigerians.

    He maintained that the achievements of the administration would become more evident with time and urged Nigerians to remain patient and continue supporting the Renewed Hope Agenda.

  • Aiyedatiwa Re-appoints Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti As SSG

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    The Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has approved the re-appointment of Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti as the Secretary to the State Government (SSG).

    The appointment takes immediate effect.

    According to the statement issued and signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, Dr. Fasoranti was the SSG until March 30, 2026 when he resigned to contest in the Senate primaries of the All Progressives Congress for Ondo Central Senatorial District.

    Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti brings to the office a wealth of experience in public administration, policy formulation, and governance.

    Governor Aiyedatiwa congratulates Dr. Fasoranti on his appointment and charges him to justify the confidence reposed in him by serving the people of Ondo State with dedication, integrity, and commitment to the Our Ease agenda of his administration.

  • BREAKING: Fayemi-Obayelu Alleges Assassination Attempt, Accuses Speaker of Intimidation

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    The member representing Ilaje Constituency II in the Ondo State House of Assembly, Hon. Princess Olawumi Fayemi-Obayelu, has claimed she narrowly escaped death amid what she described as threats over her involvement in an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption within the state legislature and the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC).

    In a statement posted on her verified Facebook account on Tuesday, Fayemi-Obayelu alleged that she had received several threatening calls warning her to stop pursuing investigations relating to alleged bribery, forgery and corruption involving the leadership of the House and OSOPADEC.

    According to the lawmaker, she “narrowly escaped death” shortly before making the public statement, although she did not provide details of the incident.

    Fayemi-Obayelu directly accused the Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Olamide Oladiji, of attempting to intimidate and silence her over the allegations she raised.

    She maintained that no form of intimidation or threat would deter her from speaking out against what she described as alleged fraudulent activities and abuse of power within the 10th Assembly.

    The lawmaker further alleged that funds meant for the development of Ilaje people were being diverted and insisted that she would continue to defend the interests of her constituents.

    Fayemi-Obayelu also referenced her role during a previous impeachment crisis in the state, stating that she had always stood against injustice and would remain resolute despite the alleged threats.

    She reaffirmed what she described as the position of two-thirds of the Assembly members, calling on the Speaker to resign or “face the consequences” of his actions.

    As of the time of filing this report, the Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Olamide Oladiji, had not publicly responded to the allegations. Efforts to obtain an official reaction were still ongoing.

  • Flood hits Igbokoda as Ilaje chairman inspects affected areas

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    • Arah blames blocked drains for flooding
    • Residents urged to clear waterways
    • Council pledges lasting solution

    Heavy flooding has affected parts of Igbokoda, the headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, prompting the council chairman, Hon. Oripenaye Maurice Ola, popularly known as Arah, to inspect the affected communities.

    The chairman visited Omonira Street, Ikuemola, Ilara Street and the GRA area to assess the extent of damage caused by the flood.

    During the inspection, Arah attributed the flooding largely to blocked gutters and drainage canals, describing the problem as a recurring challenge that requires the collective efforts of residents and government to address.

    He appealed to landlords, landladies and other residents to immediately clear blocked drains and maintain a clean environment to prevent a recurrence, noting that environmental sanitation is a shared responsibility.

    According to him, sustainable development cannot be achieved through government efforts alone, stressing that residents must take ownership of their communities.

    While commending residents for their efforts at mitigating the impact of the flood, the chairman said more needed to be done to ensure free flow of water during the rainy season.

    He sympathised with victims who lost property to the flood, particularly Mr. Alabama, whose residence in the GRA was affected, as well as Achiever Group of Schools in Ilara.

    The chairman encouraged students of the affected school not to be discouraged, assuring them that the council would continue to support efforts aimed at restoring normal academic activities.

    Arah assured residents that his administration remained committed to finding a lasting solution to the flooding challenge and would continue to monitor the situation while providing necessary assistance to affected victims.

    He also urged residents to promptly report flood-related incidents and environmental concerns to the local government for swift intervention.

    The inspection team included the Vice Chairman of Ilaje Local Government, Hon. Mrs. Esejuwon Oluwarantimi; the Leader of the House, Rt. Hon. Ikumehinlo Omosule; councillors, supervisors and advisers.

    Others were the Secretary to the Local Government, Hon. Prince Segun Olodo; the Head of Local Government Administration (HOLGA), Engr. Akinmoyegun Olugbenga Lawrence; the Chief of Staff to the Chairman, Hon. Barr. Orire Ayo; the Chairman’s Protocol Officer, Oyenyen Benson; Personal Assistant to the Chairman, Odunmomi Adewunmi; Assistant on Media, Prince Okorisa Henry; and the Director of Works, Engr. Firopo.

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