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Uniosun Students Assaults: Our Responsibility Is To Protect You, Nigerian Army Assures NANS

The Commandant, Depot Nigerian Army, Osogbo, has noted with concern the press release by the National Association of Nigerian Students, Southwest Zone D, regarding alleged misconduct by some army personnel. The Depot wishes to reiterate that the Nigerian Army exists to protect all citizens, especially the youth, who are the future of the nation. Any conduct that falls short of that mandate is unacceptable. No student or law – abiding citizen should ever feel unsafe or be subjected to harassment, intimidation or assault by those entrusted with the security of lives and property. In line with military regulations and the values of the Nigerian Army, the Commandant has ordered an investigation to ascertain the facts of the incident and bring perpetrators to justice. The NANS Southwest coordinator, Comrade Adeyemo Josiah Kayode, is kindly requested to make available all evidence and witness statements to enable a thorough investigation into the incident. ...

Dayo Oparinde June 30, 2026

Education

NYSC reforms: Civilian DG, Six-Week Orientation.

The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a comprehensive reform of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), the first comprehensive review of the program since its inception 53 years ago. The FEC restructured the one-yearscheme into 111 specialized skills-based streams, redesigning theorientation camppprograme anduniform andd directing that the NYSC Act be amended to give the changes immediate legal effect. Thministerer oyouth development,t, Ayodele Olawande, stated that the reforms are the first major review of the NYSC since its inception i1973 andnd that they were developed in consultation with the ministries of youth development and education, as well as the office of thspecial adviserer to thpresidentnt opolicy coordination.n. He emphasized that the reforms aim to strengthen national unity, promote skill development, create jobs, and empower young people throughout the country. Hadiza Bala Usman, Special Adviser to the President on Policy Coordination and Head...

Dayo Oparinde June 30, 2026

Politics

2026 Democracy Day: Salako Congratulates Nigerians, Calls For The Release of The Abducted Persons Across Nigeria

The Osun State renowned philanthropist and political astute, Dr. Emmanuel Babawale Salako (More Blessing) sends his congratulatory remarks to the Nigerian Citizens as we celebrate this year Democracy Day and pleads for the release of the abducted persons across Nigeria and most especially that of Oyo School Children. According to the information made available to the public through his media aide, Salako appeals to the Nigeria government to take a decisive action and secure of nation from the foreign incursion and criminalities which are on the increase lately. The government expose without further delay the people behind these horrible and anti government actions. "I would love to implore our listening president, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR to summon the service chiefs and give them a matching order to secure the freedom of all the abducted Nigerian Citizens that are in the captive of the bandits and terrorists." "At this critical period of t...

Dayo Oparinde June 12, 2026

Politics

Osun 2026: Call Your Boys to Order, Omowaye Knocks Adeleke

The Osun State All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Campaign Council has expressed grave concern over the alarming spike in politically-motivated violence in the state targeted primarily at innocent citizens and supporters of our governorship candidate, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO). The Council condemns in the strongest terms the growing culture of intimidation, harassment and violence being perpetrated by the criminal elements acting under the influence of the ruling party in the state. We call on Governor Ademola Adeleke to immediately call his political foot soldiers, janjaweed and thugs to order before they plunge Osun State into a deeper state of insecurity and make the state more ungovernable. Only this morning, Tuesday, June 9, 2026, campaign buses belonging to the APC were attacked and vandalized by suspected PDP/Accord bandits in the Owode-Ede area. The attack left several AMBO supporters severely injured while valuable campaign materials and pr...

Dayo Oparinde June 09, 2026

Economy

Salako Graces The 62ND ICAN Presidential Investiture

Emmanuel Babawale Salako, FCA, fondly known across Osun State political and professional circles as "More Blessing," was among the distinguished guests who attended the Investiture Ceremony of the 62nd President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Queensley Sofuratu Seghosime, FCA. Emmanuel, a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Managing Partner of Babawale Salako & Co. Chartered Accountants, and Chairman of ICAN Kubwa and District Society, graced the historic occasion, reflecting his unwavering commitment to the advancement of the accounting profession and the promotion of excellence in leadership and governance. Widely respected for his contributions to professional development and public service, the APC leader from Boluwaduro/Ila/Ifedayo Federal Constituency of Osun State joined other eminent personalities in celebrating a new chapter for the Institute under the leadership of ICAN President Queensley...

Dayo Oparinde June 02, 2026

Politics

Your Support is Overwhelming and I Will Never Take it For Granted, Salako Appreciates Otan Ayegbaju APC

The Otan Ayegbaju political astute and a renowned philanthropist, Dr. Emmanuel Babawale Salako (More Blessing) showers big encomium on Otan Ayegbaju All Progressive Congress (APC) for their enormous support during his struggle to represent the good people of Boluwaduro, Ila and Ifedayo Federal Constituency at the green chamber. According to the information made available to the public through his media aide, Hon. Emmanuel Babawale Salako (More Blessing) salutes the courage and the trust the party leaders and members in Ward 01, Ward 02 and Ward 03 in Otan Ayegbaju bestowed on him that warrants the general acceptability during the contest. While separately addressing the party members from ward 01 to ward 03 in Otan Ayegbaju, Salako explained that he was appealed to by our revered leaders to step-down his aspiration and give opportunity to his counterpart from Ila Orangun. With this development, I want to unequivocally tell you that I am unperturbed and I want you to emulate...

Dayo Oparinde May 22, 2026

Politics

Salako Congratulates Prof. Segun Aina on his Appointment as the JAMB Registrar

The Otan Ayegbaju born philanthropist and political astute, Dr. Emmanuel Babawale Salako (More Blessing) felicitates the Otan Ayegbaju illustrious son, Prof. Segun Aina on his recent appointment as the registrar of Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB). According to the information made available to the public through salako's media aide, he describes Prof Segun’s appointment as a testament to his excellent academic credentials, unwavering dedication to growth and his unique contributions to the educational sector, even as a young man. Dr. Emmanuel Babawale Salako said that the President of Nigeria, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR has demonstrated his commitment to the young professionals by again appointing a capable, qualified and young individuals into strategic positions for national development. More Blessing stressed that the new JAMB registrar possesses the required qualities, professionalism, impressive academic records and vision to improve the current...

Dayo Oparinde May 22, 2026