Day: August 21, 2026

Eid ul Mawlid: FG Declares Tuesday Public Holiday

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Jare Olukotun The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, August 25, 2026, a public holiday to mark Eid ul Mawlid, commemorating the birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced the holiday on behalf of the Federal Government in a statement issued on Friday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani. Tunji-Ojo congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and across the diaspora, urging Nigerians to reflect on the values of compassion, humility and service associated with the Prophet Muhammad. ““These are qualities our nation needs…

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Hon. Benson  Joins Imota Community To Celebrate Isese Day, Reaffirms Commitment To Cultural Preservation

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‎‎ Our Reporter ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎The Executive Chairman of Imota Local Council Development Area, Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele (BSA), on Thursday, joined the people of Imota, and the traditional institutions, to commemorate Isese Day 2026 in a colourful celebration of Yoruba culture, spirituality, tradition and heritage. ‎ ‎Hon. Benson Ayodele attended the celebration alongside the Vice Chairman of Imota LCDA, Princess Abisoye Omowunmi Jimoh,  members of the legislative arm led by the Leader of the House: Hon Oluwole Ademola Adeshina, the Secretary to the Local Government: Hon Mohammed Fagbesan,…

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Igbogbo Warns Traditional Chiefs Against Use Of Royal Paraphernalia Strictly For Monarchs

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‎‎ Kunle Adelabu ‎ ‎The 2026 Isese Day Celebration in Igbogbo Kingdom on Thursday, was not all about showcasing of culture, traditional values and heritage of Igbogbo people, but also provided an avenue for education and enlightenment for stakeholders in the traditional setting of the community. ‎ ‎ ‎At the celebration held at the Adeboruwa Palace, the Adeboruwa – in – Council and leadership of the traditional institutions in Igbogbo Kingdom, warned traditional chiefs against usage of royal paraphernalia like beaded crown, horsewhip, walking stick and shoes which are exclusively…

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Alajede Adefarasin Celebrates Isese Day, Honour As AATREM Life Patron

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‎‎ Jare Olukotun ‎ ‎ ‎It was historic celebration in Ijede Kingdom on Thursday as His Royal Majesty, Oba Adefarasin Saheed Hassan, Ajanaku II, the, Alajede of Ijede Kingdom, observed first Isese Day Celebration as the royal with traditional stakeholders and residents of Ijede. ‎ ‎ ‎Oba Adefarasin, during the celebration was conferred with the Life Patron Award by the Association of African Traditional Religion of Nigeria and Overseas (AATREN), Ijede LCDA Chapter. ‎ ‎ ‎The royal father was joined at the memorable occasion by his wife, Olori Amope Hassan,…

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Aroyewun Lauds Rep. Benson Over Ogunlewe Road Construction In Igbogbo

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‎‎ Wale Jagun ‎ ‎The Executive Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, has lauded the ongoing construction of Sen. Adeseye Ogunlewe Road in Igbogbo facilitated by Rep. Babajimi Benson, representative of Ikorodu Federal Constituency as a purposeful collaboration between the federal representative and the local council authorities. ‎ ‎ ‎Aroyewun, had on Thursday, joined the federal lawmaker, for an on-the-spot inspection of the strategic infrastructure project, the visit underscored the shared commitment of both public office holders to delivering sustainable development and improved living…

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