Osun Gov’t Defends Appointment of New Obas, Says Actions in Compliance with Law and Tradition

The government of Osun State has rebuffed opposition of violation of law and tradition over the appointment of new kings, declaring that the appointments were in line with tradition and chieftaincy laws. In a statement signed by Oluomo Kolapo Alimi, the Commissioner for Information, allegations of misconduct, corruption and abuse of power were described as…

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Drake loses $615k bet on Joshua vs Ngannou fight

Canadian International rapper, Drake, has lost a massive 600,000-dollar bet after Anthony Joshua knocked out Francis Ngannou in their much-hyped heavyweight showdown in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Joshua secured a brutal knockout(KO), against Francis Ngannou in the second round of the ‘Knockout Chaos’ clash on Friday night. The superstar recording artiste, known for placing massive bets…

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Sahel Standard Personality of the Week: All Women Everywhere

Sahel Standard Celebrates All Women.Everywhere. In our villages, towns and cities.Mothers, Grandmothers, wives, Sisters, Daughters, Nieces, girlfriends, cousins, Aunties, Friends.,Colleagues, Bosses. In celebration of International Women’s Day, Sahel Standard salutes women worldwide who are excelling in various fields of endeavour, and making a difference.From our homes to classrooms to the boardrooms to newsrooms. In the…

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Aliko Dangote Backs Osun Infra Agenda, Hails Gov. Adeleke’s Innovations, Performance

President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote has thrown his weight behind Osun State multi-billion naira infrastructure plan, calling the initiative commendable and historical. Speaking while receiving Governor Ademola Adeleke in his office, Alhaji Dangote said the Osun infra plan and other developmental policies are laudable policies for which Governor Adeleke should be commended. “I…

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Just in: Gunmen kill 5 police officers, 16 others in Ebonyi, Benue

Gunmen have reportedly killed five police officers on Friday in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State capital. Sources said the unfortunate incident occurred around 5:am at Ebyia bridge, along Hilltop/Nwoke road. Similarly, a retired army officer, and 15 others have been reportedly killed by suspected armed herdsmen in Thursday evening attack on Wandor, Mbaikyor community in the Mbalom…

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