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« Last post by Morayo on March 21, 2025, 06:03:45 PM »
Many residents have been shot, while others run for their lifes in a fresh communal clash between Ifon-Osun in Orolu local government and Ilobu in Irepodun council area of Osun State. According to reports, many more, especially children and women, have been displaced while everal houses and shops were also razed in the attack in the ongoing land dispute renewed early hours of Friday. Indigenes of the affected communities have been attacking eachother in various villages over disputed land in the area before the fresh clash on Friday. In many viral videos on social media, the residents of Ifon under the aegis of Concerned Youth of Ifon Osun, Orolu Kingdom stated: “We can’t keep looking and be watching Olobu & Ilobu people’s burning our shops and houses in the midnight any longer. We, the Youth of Ifon Osun Orolu Kingdom, call on the state Government of Osun to hasten their steps and actions to short things out, we have been patiently enduring the brutal attacks and destructive behavior of Ilobu hoodlums for far too long. “Our peace-loving and law-abiding king, Oba Peter Oluwole Ipadeola Ilufemiloye Akinyooiye III, Olufon of Ifon Osun Orolu Kingdom, has been calming our youths and advising restraint, despite the ongoing aggression from Ilobu. However, it is becoming increasingly difficult for us to remain passive while our ancestral properties and farmlands are being destroyed and our people are being harmed.” But the Otun Jagun of Ilobu, Chief Leke Ogunsola denied attacking residents of Ifon. He alleged that; “Since Tuesday, they have been attacking our people on their farmland like Agbere Onireke and Opapa. They attacked a chief with an attempt to kidnap him but he was rescued by farmers around. “On Wednesday, they went to a farm at Gbere to attack on Nureni and Oseni Saluwudeen, burnt down two motorcycles which will reported at the police station in Ilobu. “Yesterday, in the evening they went to a place called Oke-Ekutu, they destroyed all the houses and set one on fire. They went to Akipanroro, Ganga and Oke-Ayepe, they started burning and shooting our people. Mostly children and women were caught in this attack, they caught us unawares. Our children and women are displaced now, we are extracting bullets in the palace through local means, they have brought about 30 to palace for us to remove the bullets in their body, they are still bringing more. Children and women are mostly affected.” While confirming the development, the Osun Police spokesperson , Akeem Adeoye, said the command has deployed personnel to restore peace and order. He said: “In respect to resumption of hostilities in ilobu and ifon, the osun state command has deployed men to restore peace and order. thanks for your cooperation” However, Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed immediate security operations to restore peace between Ifon and Ilobu communities, urging the peace committee to revive the peace deal. In a statement issued over the renewed crisis, Governor Adeleke enjoined the joint security task force to step in immediately and stop the clashes. The Governor who decried the politicization of the crisis tasked the task force to go after the ring leaders and ensure they face the full wrath of the law. He further urged the peace committee to ensure immediate cessation of hostility to preserve lives and properties. The Governor who lamented the repeated breach of peace deals among the warring communities warned that his administration will take stringent action on the buffer zone between the two communities unless hostility stopped immediately. Following a resurgence of the crisis between the warring communities of Ilobu and Ifon, Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, in a move to curb its further spread, has announced a new curfew time frame from 6 PM to 6 AM daily until lasting peace is restored. Watch Video Here 👇
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« Last post by Morayo on March 21, 2025, 02:51:58 PM »
 Ifon-Ilobu Communal Dispute: Adeleke Imposes New Curfew Time Frame of 6PM to 6AM …Reaffirms commitment to bring lasting peace to the embattled communities. …Directs 24-hour nonstop security surveillance. …Invites Olufon, Olobu, and stakeholders from both communities to a meeting tomorrow at 12 noon. Following a resurgence of the crisis between the warring communities of Ilobu and Ifon, Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, in a move to curb its further spread, has announced a new curfew time frame from 6 PM to 6 AM daily until lasting peace is restored. Recall that, following the outbreak of incessant communal clashes in the two communities, Senator Ademola Adeleke, a few weeks ago, ordered the imposition of a curfew. The new time frame, 6PM to 6AM, was contained in a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, where Governor Adeleke was quoted as expressing dissatisfaction over the resurgence of the crisis in the warring communities. Alimi's press statement reads as follows: "His Excellency, Governor Ademola Adeleke, has expressed unhappiness and dissatisfaction with the breakout of fresh communal crises in Ilobu and Ifon. "To this end, the Governor has directed that the initial 10PM to 4AM curfew now be extended to 6PM to 6AM, effective today, Friday, 21st March 2025, until further notice. "Mr. Governor has equally directed that the joint security team comprising the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Police, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps continue to maintain their usual 24-hour surveillance to ensure zero tolerance for any act of lawlessness. "In addition, the Governor has directed that an immediate stakeholders’ meeting, including the Olufon of Ifon, HRM Oba Peter Oluwole Akinyooye, HRM Oba Ashiru Olatoye Olaniyan, the Olobu of Ilobu, and other stakeholders from both communities, be held tomorrow, Saturday, 22nd March 2025, to discuss further resolutions of the conflict. "Finally, His Excellency urges all sons and daughters of the two communities, as well as their traditional rulers, to follow the path of peace and harmonious co-existence. Anyone or group of persons found aiding and abetting the pogrom will be dealt with accordingly."
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« Last post by Morayo on March 21, 2025, 12:49:49 PM »
 The Federal High Court, Lokoja, has granted an interim injunction restraining the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, from receiving petitions for the purpose of initiating a recall process against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. DAILY POST reports that the push to recall the suspended senator intensified on Thursday, with more groups in Kogi Central throwing their weight behind the process. However, a group of Ebira indigenes refuted the claim that the recall process was being sponsored and influenced with money by Akpoti-Uduaghan’s political opponents. Nevertheless, the court, which gave the order on Thursday, also restricted INEC staff, agents, privies, or assigns from accepting or acting on any petition containing fictitious signatures of purported members of the Kogi Central Senatorial District and from conducting any referendum pending the determination of the motion on notice to the same effect. The court, according to the order paper made available to newsmen on Friday morning, granted the application following an ex-parte application for an interim injunction supported by an affidavit of extreme urgency. The court processes were sworn to by Anebe Jacob Ogirima for himself and four others who are registered voters and constituents of the Kogi Central Senatorial District of Kogi State. However, the application was moved by Smart Nwachimere, Esq., of West-Idahosa, SAN & Co., but the case has been adjourned to May 6, 2025, for a report of service and further mention. Reacting to the development, a pressure group, Action Collective, commended the judiciary for granting the order. The group’s coordinator, Dr. Onimisi Ibrahim, said in his reaction that the order would further expose the impunity of some sponsored individuals behind the failed plot to recall Senator Natasha.
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« Last post by Morayo on March 20, 2025, 07:12:06 PM »
 ● Amotekun and other state security agencies work well together to prevent and respond to crimes in a coordinated manner - Omoyele Says. The Corps Commander of the Osun Amotekun Corps, Isaac Adekunle Omoyele (rtd), has warned the state's youth to refrain from criminal activity following the holy month of Ramadan. On Thursday, Omoyele emphasized the corps' responsibility in addressing security challenges in the South-West region during a media parley with the Osun Online Publishers Association, (OOPA), in Osogbo. According to Omoyele, Amotekun Osun is dedicated to assisting with state police activities. He said, “Amotekun is a traditional way of policing, designed to address multiple security challenges in the South-West. With the shortage of police personnel, Amotekun provides the necessary backup to law enforcement agencies.” He pointed out that Amotekun and other state security agencies work well together to prevent and respond to crimes in a coordinated manner. Omoyele disclosed that Amotekun has the legal authority to prosecute criminal cases. “Once we complete our investigations, we hand over the case file to the Attorney General for further legal action,” he said. As part of its expansion, the Osun Amotekun Corps plans to establish an agro-ranger unit to provide security for farmers and farmlands against criminal activities. Omoyele stated, “the safety of our personnel is also a priority.” He revealed that plans are underway to introduce health insurance for Amotekun operatives to improve their welfare. He further stated that individuals who have been involved in cultism could reform and become valuable assets to society. “There is no one who cannot repent, even a former cultist can turn a new leaf and contribute positively,” he said. To improve efficiency, Omoyele emphasised the importance of regular training and retraining of Amotekun personnel to keep them updated on modern security strategies. “Our officers will continue to undergo training to ensure they are well-prepared to handle emerging security challenges,” he assured. He urged residents of Osun State to assist Amotekun by providing timely information that can aid in crime prevention and security operations. Omoyele underlined Amotekun's commitment to preserving lives and property, inviting stakeholders to join the corps' efforts to create a safer society.
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« Last post by Morayo on March 20, 2025, 11:52:44 AM »
 Men of the Nigerian police have arrested Adura Aloba, the younger brother of the late singer, Mohbad. Information gathered revealed that he was reportedly arrested along two others on Wednesday, when he was leaving the Lagos State Magistrates Court in Ogba. Mohbad’s mother, Abosede Aloba in a viral video on social media, said Adura was arrested by unknown gunmen suspected to be police outside the court. While calling on Nigerians to come to her rescue, Abosede accused popular Nollywood actor and rights activist, Yomi Fabiyi of being responsible for Adura’s arrest. She said, “Please help me, people of God! It’s Yomi Fabiyi. They have taken away my son, Adura and I don’t know where they are taking him. The gunmen kidnapped him after the court sitting. “Yomi Fabiyi and Sam Jojo that kidnapped him. My son did nothing to them. Adura is innocent, Nigerians, please stand by me. They must not lay a hand on my son. They must not beat him because he is sick “The real culprit has already confessed to doing it”. It was gathered that Adura was in court over a legal case involving a phone he sold to Damola Ayinde. Adura had accused Ayinde and Yomi Fabiyi of using the phone to damage his reputation by hacking his TikTok account.
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« Last post by Morayo on March 20, 2025, 11:49:56 AM »
 The National Blood Service Agency has urged Nigerians, especially residents of the Federal Capital Territory, to donate blood to aid victims of the tanker explosion on the Aya-Karu Expressway in Abuja. The NBSA, in a statement on Thursday signed by its Director General, Prof Saleh Yuguda, said the incident resulted in multiple casualties, many of whom require immediate blood transfusions. Yuguda stated that hospitals and emergency response teams are working tirelessly to save lives, but an adequate blood supply is crucial to their efforts. According to the National Emergency Management Agency, the incident involved a Compressed Natural Gas truck that lost control and crashed into another truck along AYA-Karu expressway on Wednesday at about 7pm. NEMA said six fatalities were recorded, 18 vehicles burnt, but the number of injured victims are yet to determined. It added that the injured victims were taken to National Hospital, State House Clinic, Karu General Hospital, and Customs Clinic, Karu for medical attention. Meanwhile, the NBSA said, “We urge all eligible donors to visit designated blood donation centres and hospitals across the FCT to make voluntary blood donations. Your generosity can make the difference between life and death for those in critical condition. ” For further inquiries and directions to the nearest donation centers, please contact the National Blood Service Agency at 39 Abidjan Street , Zone Wuse or call 07088370905. Together, we can save lives.”
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« Last post by Morayo on March 19, 2025, 07:17:10 PM »
 Osun Online Publishers to Host Amotekun Corps Commander, Omoyele at 7th Media Parley Edition
The Osun Online Publishers Association (OPPA) is set to host the Corps Commander of Osun Amotekun Corps, Dr. (Hon) Adekunle Isaac Omoyele at its 7th Media Parley Edition scheduled for tomorrow Thursday 20th March, 2025. The 7th Media Parley Edition will focus on critical issues surrounding the security of lives and properties within state. According to a statement issued by the Chairman of the association, Mukhtar Ajelogbon, the Media Parley will delve into discussions regarding the security architecture of the state, with particular attention to the efforts and strategies implemented by the Amotekun Corps to ensure the safety of citizens. The media parley will take place at the Osun Online Publishers Association Secretariat, located beside Terminus Hotel, Ajegunle Area, Osogbo, at 12:00 pm, where the guest speaker will address pertinent security issues facing the state. This event promises to be an important platform for dialogue and insight into the role of the Amotekun Corps in safeguarding Osun, as well as an opportunity for the media to interact directly with the state’s security leadership. The general public can join the Parley via livestream on the official Facebook account Osun Online Publishers.
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« Last post by Morayo on March 19, 2025, 10:59:11 AM »
 Nigerian rapper and lawyer Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has reacted to the State of Emergency declared in Rivers State by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in light of the ongoing political crisis in the state. DAILY POST reported that in a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday, President Tinubu suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, as well as all elected members of the House of Assembly of Rivers State and nominated Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (Rtd) as Administrator to take charge of the affairs of the state for six months. Reacting in a statement shared via his X handle on Tuesday night, Falz argued that the President does not have the legal standi to suspend the Governor. He emphasised that the governor is elected into office and may only be removed by impeachment. Falz questioned if there was an actual breakdown of law and order in Rivers State that warrants the President to declare a State of Emergency. He wrote, “Rivers State, there is absolutely no law that allows a president to SUSPEND a governor. A Governor is elected into office and may only be removed by impeachment. “Also, is Rivers state at war? Is there ‘actual breakdown of public order?’ Is there a threat to the existence of the federation?”
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« Last post by Morayo on March 19, 2025, 10:53:51 AM »
 Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have apprehended three suspected cultists in Ilaro, Yewa South Local Government Area of the state. The suspects are 23-year-old Adebowale Idowu, 25-year-old Oke Ela, and 27-year-old Abiodun Segun. The trio, who were driving an unregistered black Lexus RX330 along the Ilaro/Oja-Odan road, were arrested during a routine stop-and-search operation. DAILY POST reports that Ogun State has witnessed frequent cult-related clashes, including Saturday’s clash between the rival Eiye and Aye confraternities in the Alogi, Somorin, and Obantoko areas, which left at least four people dead. The Police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, confirming the arrest to DAILY POST on Wednesday, said the trio were arrested at about 12:40 p.m. on Friday. She said, “According to reports, on March 14, 2025, at approximately 12:40 p.m., a surveillance patrol team intercepted an unregistered black Lexus RX330 along the Ilaro/Oja-Odan Road. “The vehicle was occupied by 23-year-old Adebowale Idowu, along with his associates, 25-year-old Abimbola Kabiru and 27-year-old Abiodun Segun.” Odutola noted that during the search, a battle axe and a knife concealed beneath the driver’s seat were recovered. She added that the suspects were immediately arrested and that further investigations are ongoing.
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« Last post by Morayo on March 18, 2025, 07:51:55 PM »
 President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday night declared a state of emergency in Rivers State. Tinubu made the pronouncement in a nationwide broadcast to the nation. The president said he was “greatly disturbed about the political crisis” in the state and accused Governor Siminilayi Fubara of demolishing the State House of Assembly building. Tinubu said having made an evaluation of the situation, he has decided to “declare a state of emergency from March 18”. He also suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu, for six months. Tinubu also suspended all elected members of the House of Assembly of Rivers State and nominated Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (Rtd) as Administrator to take charge of the affairs of the state. “For the avoidance of doubt, this declaration does not affect the judicial arm of Rivers State, which shall continue to function in accordance with their constitutional mandate. “The Administrator will not make any new laws. He will, however, be free to formulate regulations as may be found necessary to do his job, but such regulations will need to be considered and approved by the Federal Executive Council and promulgated by the President for the state,” Tinubu said. This decision comes hours after Tinubu met with his service chiefs and the Inspector-General of Police at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa. The meeting which began around 3pm, also had Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, in attendance. The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, and the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, also arrived at the forecourt of the Presidential Villa.
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