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Shina Peller pays condolence visit to Sunday Igboho in Cotonou over mother’s demise

The Ayedero of Yorubaland, Honourable (Dr.) Shina Abiola Peller, on Thursday paid a condolence visit to the popular Yoruba freedom fighter, Chief Sunday Adeniyi Adeyemo, also known as Sunday Igboho, in Cotonou, Benin Republic over the demise of his mother, Sikirat Abeo Adeyemo.

Honourable Peller expressed his heartfelt condolences to the deceased’s son, Sunday Igboho, his siblings and other family members while he urged them to take solace in the fact that mama lived a purposeful and fulfilled life.

The Ayedero of Yorubaland added that the late Mama Sikiratu Adeyemo has left great legacies behind, noting that one of the legacies is Sunday Igboho himself, whom the Oke Ogun-born businessman cum politician described as a great personality and freedom fighter of note.

Moreover, Honourable Peller seized the opportunity to pray for the soul of the deceased and that God gives Sunday Igboho, his siblings and other family members the fortitude to bear the loss.

In his response, Mr. Adeyemo expressed profound gratitude to Honourable Shina Peller for the visit while he also seized the opportunity to share some of the good memories of his late mother with him. Mr. Adeyemo described his late mother as loving, spiritual, all-embracing, nurturing, ever supportive, encouraging and a source of inspiration.

Mr. Adeyemo hails from the same Oke Ogun region where Honourable Peller is from. While Adeyemo hails from Igboho in Orelope Local Government area of the Oke Ogun region, Oyo State, Honourable Peller hails from Iseyin. They are also both in the same Oyo North Senatorial District.

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Veteran Nollywood Actor, Abija Gifted Car

Veteran actor Tajudeen Oyewole, popularly known as Abija, has received a car gift from fans and well wishers around the world.

This is coming weeks after the Ibadan-based skit maker, Kamo state, called for donation to get a car for Abija after the same gesture has been extended to Alapinni and Lalude.

Kamo presented the car to Abija on Thursday, July 27, in an hearth-warming video released on his official Facebook page as monitored by ODUDUWA NEWS.

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Kidnapped FCE provost, driver, yet to be released by gunmen – Ogun Police

Dr. Ayodele Ajayi, his wife, and their driver were taken hostage by gunmen who are believed to be kidnappers. He was the former provost of the Federal College of Education (FCE), Osiele, Abeokuta.

On Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at around 7.17 p.m., the event reportedly took place in the Odeda Local Government of Ogun State’s Ikija village, Olodo region, on the Abeokuta-Ibadan road.

The kidnappers then released Mrs. Ajayi, and left with the former provost and his driver.

Five people had reportedly been abducted in the previous week, according to a source who told the publication that the hoodlums’ operations in the region was growing daily.

According to the source, the shooters attacked their victims after emerging from the bush.

Two of the five people the gunmen kidnapped yesterday were eventually released.

Additionally, three fatalities occurred last month. A well-known businessman who ran a sizable farm along the axis was among those killed.

“The Olu of Odeda in Odeda Town, Oba David Olorunisola, was almost kidnapped this week while his driver was shot and is still receiving treatment at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC),”

Help is needed; this is becoming too much. The insider continued, “Our security agencies need to take responsibility for their duties since our people are no longer protected.

Omolola Odutola, a spokeswoman for the State Police Command, verified the event and said that the police and other security personnel are looking for the kidnappers.

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Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes Congratulates Bayo Adelabu, Says Nomination Well Deserved

The President-General of Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes, Barr Niyi Ajewole, who’s also the chairman of Ibadan Compound Peace Initiative, ICPC on behalf of all Ibadan sons and daughters has congratulated Chief Adebayo Adelabu on his nomination as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Barr Ajewole in his congratulatory message stated that they (CCII & ICPI) has raised concern since the beginning of this current political dispensation that it’s Ibadan turn to produce minister, and they are happy that it has come to reality, and more importantly, a very competent and one of their proud sons was nominated.

“Congratulations to an Amiable Ibadan son. Oloye Bayo Adelabu OFR, FCA.
You have demonstrated that perseverance is a major key to success.

We in Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) and Ibadan Compound Peace Initiatives (ICPI) have cried out that it should be our turn to have the Ministerial position and we thank God for answering our prayers moreso to a person we are all proud of”

The President further prayed to God to grant him more wisdom to be able to excel in his new role.

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Cute Abiola To Be Charged To Court For Wearing Police Uniform In Skit — FPRO

The Nigeria Police Force has said it would punish skitmaker Abdulgafar Ahmad aka Cute Abiola for wearing a police uniform in his skits and for desecrating the Nigeria Police Force uniform in the process.

This was made known in a statement signed by Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, and shared on Thursday.

Adejobi said, “In as much as the law grants Nigerians the right to enjoy their fundamental human rights, the same law prohibits an individual, under whatever guise, from rubbishing the police institution or grossly violating its provisions with regards to the use of uniforms.

“We, therefore, vehemently condemn the contemptuous act displayed by comedian Abdulgafar Abiola, popularly known as “Cute Abiola,” in two recent skits posted on his social media handles on 20th and 24th July 2023. The skits in question show a highly disrespectful and derogatory portrayal of the police uniform, an action that is in direct violation of Section 251 of the Criminal Code and Section 133 of the Penal Code Law. Such acts are not only offensive but also undermine the integrity and dignity of the men and women who wear the uniform in service to the nation.

“Abdulgafar Abiola will be investigated and possibly prosecuted for his deliberate acts as the NPF had already warned skit makers and filmmakers to desist from desecrating their uniform or accoutrements. The Force is committed to upholding the sanctity of the uniform and will pursue due legal process to ensure accountability for any individual or entity that seeks to bring disrepute to the uniform or the institution it represents. We call on all members of the public, including media personalities, to exercise their freedom of expression responsibly and avoid engaging in actions that could erode public trust in our revered law enforcement institutions.”

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Official: Tinubu’s Ministerial List, Adelabu, Wike,Elrufai, Makes First Batch Of 28 Nominees


The Senate President on Thursday afternoon read out 28 Ministerial nominees by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

According to report, the Chief of Staff to the President, Rt. Hon Femi Gbajabiamila delivered the list to the Senate and requested that President Bola Tinubu asked the Senate for confirmation.

  • Abubakar Momoh
  • Ambassador Yusuf Miatama Tukur CON
  • Arch. Ahmed Dangiwa
  • Barr. Hannatu Musawa
  • Chief Uche Nnaji
  • Dr. Betta Edu
  • Dr. Dorris Aniche Uzoka
  • H.E. David Umahi
  • H.E. Nyesom Wike
  • H.E. Badaru Abubakar CON
  • H.E. Nasiru Ahmed Elrufai
  • Rt. Hon. Ekperipe Ekpo
  • Hon. Nkiru Onyeojiocha
  • Hon. Olubunmi Tunji Ojo
  • Hon. Stella Okotette
  • Hon. Uju Kennedy Ohaneye
  • Mr. Bello Muhammad G.
  • Mr. Dele Alake
  • Mr. Lateef Fagbemi SAN
  • Mr. Muhammad Idris
  • Mr. Olawale Edun
  • Mr. Waheed Adebayo Adelabu
  • Mrs Iman Suleiman Ibrahim
  • Professor Ali Pate
  • Professor Joseph
  • Senator Abubakar Kyari
  • Senator John Eno
  • Senator Sani Abubakar Danladi
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Tinubu Drops Raji Amidst Criticism, Picks Adelabu As Minister For Oyo, Others Unveiled

All set for the unveiling of President Tinubu’s ministerial list today as revealed by SGF George Akume when he met with Senate President, Godswill Akpabio.

Meanwhile, ODUDUWA NEWS reliably confirmed that the Iseyin-born legal luminary, Barrister Ahmed Raji SAN has been finally dropped from the ministerial list while the gubernatorial candidate of the Accord Party in the last governorship election in Oyo State, Chief Bayo Adelabu has been picked as replacement.

The replacement of Ahmed Raji could be attributed to the hues and cries from APC chieftains and other stakeholders that trailed his purported appointment.

Meanwhile, Wike, Edun, Oyetola, el-Rufai, Betta Edu, others have also been confirmed to be on Tinubu’s ministerial list.

3rd Anniversary: Oduduwa News Donates Academic Materials To Secondary School In Ibadan, Perfects Plan To Reach Out To Others

“He will be sending 43 names; one nominee per state, including the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, that’s 37.

“The list will also include a name from each of the geo-political zones in the country,” confirm to Oduduwa News.

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3rd Anniversary: Oduduwa News Donates Academic Materials To Secondary School In Ibadan, Perfects Plan To Reach Out To Others

In commemoration of 3rd Anniversary of Oduduwanews, the news agency on Wednesday, 26th of July donated academic materials (exercise books, socks and literature textbooks)to indigent students of Ajibode Grammar School, Ibadan.

Ajani Kayode, Oduduwa News Editor who led the team was received by the Principal of the school, Mrs Eyo Adebowale and other members of staff.

Image: presentation of literature textbooks to Mr Johnson.

While presenting the items, Ajani Kayode stated that, since the media outlet started operation three years ago, it has been the culture of the media outlet in marking the founding day, and the the previous editions were done through public enlightenment, seminars on Journalism, and they decided to make this year special by reaching out to the communities.

“We are here today in commemoration of Oduduwa News 3rd anniversary, the two previous years were marked through public seminars, but this year, we decided to do it differently, four schools were suggested by our team, and we decided to start with your school, after it was recommended by Mr Ismael Taiwo, this is our token to contribute to the society, as we believe that government alone can’t do it”

He further advised other well-meaning Nigerians to see it as an obligation to give back to the society, most especially in area of support to indigent students and schools, as we will have a better society when government at all levels are complemented.

Mrs Eyo Adebowale appreciated Oduduwa News and Mr Ismael Taiwo for facilitating it and counting their school among the beneficiaries, she prayed for the media outlet and asked God to continue to bless them.

Receiving the literature textbooks, was the Literature teacher of the school, Mr. Mobolaji Johnson, who appreciated Oduduwa News for the kind gesture.

Other teachers in attendance were Mrs Jokanola, Vice Principal, Mr Abdulraheem Qudri & Mr Olapade Paul.

Other schools have been carefully selected across the five zones of the state to be part of the beneficiaries.

Speaking on behalf of other beneficiary students, Olatunji Timileyin, Bernard Emmanuela & Abiodun Timileyin expressed their gratitude on behalf of their fellow students, and prayed for more progress for Oduduwa News.

Finally, the media outlet appreciated Mr. Abdulsalam Sodeeq, Mr. Raheem Qadri, Mrs. Bukola Ajidagba, Mr. Olapade Paul, Aare Ahmed Muftau, FOSSU National General Secretary for their contribution to the successful implementation of the event.

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Truck crushes Ogun traditional ruler to death inside commercial tricycle

A traditional ruler, Olu of Onibuku in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State, Oba Abraham Olusegun Bankole, was crushed to death by a truck.

The monarch was said to be aboard a tricycle, otherwise known as Keke Napep, when the liquor-laden truck ran over the tricycle along the Ota-Idiroko expressway, close to Winners Chapel on Tuesday, July 25, 2023.

The Oba was said to have died on the spot when the truck with registration number, EPE 252 XF, crushed him while trying to alight from the tricycle.

The spokesperson of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun, Florence Okpe, confirmed the incident.

I was informed of the incident today,” she stated.

Okpe, however, said she was yet to be fully briefed by the FRSC in Ota Unit.

The remains of the monarch have been deposited at the General Hospital, Ota while the truck was moved out of the road by police officers.

The spokesperson for the Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps, Babatunde Akinbiyi also confirmed the incident.

Akinbiyi said his officer had been briefed over the fatal accident.

“Yes, it is true. There was an accident in the area today and it recorded a casualty,” he said.

“Corps Commander and Chief Executive Officer of Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency commiserates with the Kabiyesi’s family and entire inhabitants of the community,” he added.

A first-class Oba in Ogun West, who confirmed the incident to newsmen expressed sadness over why the monarch decided to commute in a tricycle instead of a personal car.

There are speculations that Oba Bankole might have parked his car due to the hike in the pump price of petrol.

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