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  • Ondo LG chairman lists achievements in first 100 days

    Ondo LG chairman lists achievements in first 100 days

    The chairman of Akoko North West Local Government Area of Ondo State, Esan Owolabi, has completed the grading of community roads and reconstruction of collapsed bridges in communities in the council area within his 100 days in office.

    Listing his achievements in his first 100 days in office, Owolabi , in a statement said the projects were in line with the vision of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to develop all communities across the state.

    According to him, the projects executed include the inauguration of a volunteer security formation for community policing in the local government area. This, he said is part of the overall strategy to combat insecurity in the LGA.

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     The statement read in part: ‘’Others are grading of community streets’ road in the council area; reconstruction of bridge located at Ubalo along Okerun road ,Irun Akoko; reconstruction of bridge located at Maternity Road ,Arigid Akoko Ward 1 and reconstruction of Bridge located at Abilogbo street, Ogbagi Akoko.

    He also listed projects to include the ongoing-construction of industrial Borehole Projects at Okeagbe Akoko, Erusu Akoko,Ikaram Akoko respectively and the installation of the solar lighting power across the 10 wards in the local government.

  • Gunmen abduct three Deeper Life members in Ondo

    Gunmen abduct three Deeper Life members in Ondo

    Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted three members of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry at Kasemola area, Ogbese axis in Akure North local government area.

    The victims were reportedly abducted on Monday evening while returning from bible study 

    A message from one of their members reads, “Good morning beloved, Kindly pray along with us , three of our members were kidnapped yesterday after bible study at Kasemola inside Ogbese axis. We need divine Intervention.”

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    Ondo Police spokesman, Ayanlade Olushola said policemen have been deployed to the forest in search of the victims.

  • EAF commissions operational office, marks five years in Ondo

    EAF commissions operational office, marks five years in Ondo

    The Endometriosis and Adenomyosis Foundation (EAF), led by its founder Olabimpe Fapohunda, has celebrated its fifth anniversary and the official commissioning of its operational office in Ondo State.

    The event brought together political leaders, medical experts, traditional leaders, and members of the public to celebrate the foundation’s achievements and renew its commitment to women’s health advocacy.

    In her address, Mrs. Fapohunda shared her personal journey of living with endometriosis for 25 years and later being diagnosed with adenomyosis after 16 years of medical uncertainty. She explained how her painful experience led to the birth of the foundation.

    “I went undiagnosed for 16 years. That long period of pain and confusion pushed me to act. I founded this organisation so that other women and young girls would not suffer in silence, as I did, due to a lack of proper understanding of the ailment,” she said.

    She expressed her gratitude to God, her family, especially her husband, and the EAF team for standing by her through the journey. She added, “This foundation is not about me. It is about the women and girls who deserve answers and timely healthcare.”

    Since its establishment, the foundation has carried out awareness campaigns in Lagos, Oyo, and Ondo States. It has visited schools and institutions including St. Monica’s Girls Grammar School in Ondo, Mount Carmel Girls Secondary School in Ikare, Gboluji Grammar School in Ile-Oluji, Fiwasaye Girls Grammar School in Akure, Bagbe-Ilunla Community High School, Igbado Community Grammar School in Ondo, Federal University of Technology, Akure, and the NYSC Orientation Camp in Ikare Akoko.

    In addition to health education, the foundation has extended its impact by supporting orphanages, widows, and schoolchildren, and by providing financial assistance to those in need.

    Dr. Michael Gbala, the Chief Medical Director of University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital, gave a detailed lecture on endometriosis and adenomyosis, describing their symptoms, causes, and treatment options. He advised women not to ignore recurring menstrual pain or heavy bleeding. “Any unusual pattern in the menstrual cycle should not be overlooked. Awareness and early diagnosis are crucial,” he said.

    Hon. Sunday Olajide, a former member of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Akure South Constituency II, praised the founder’s courage and commitment. “This initiative is timely and impactful. We must encourage our young girls to speak up when in pain and ensure that families listen,” he said.

    There was also an interactive session with medical students, nurses, and health professionals engaging the audience on reproductive health. Many of those in attendance said it was their first time learning about endometriosis and adenomyosis, describing the experience as eye-opening.

    As part of the celebration, elderly guests between the ages of 60 and 80 received care packages, while children present were also given gift items.

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    Among the dignitaries present were Hon. Chief (Mrs.) Cecilia Ifayase, former Member of the Ondo State House of Assembly and former Federal Commissioner, Public Complaints Commission; Hon. Sunday Olajide, former Member of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Akure South Constituency II; Dr. Michael Gbala, Chief Medical Director of University of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital; Hon. John Folajimi Akintunde (Jimi OK), former Vice Chairman of Ondo West Local Government; Hon. (Nurse) Patience Arinola Adamolekun, full-time Member of the Ondo State Hospital Management Board; and Prof. Oye Abimbola Oluwatosin, represented by Nurse Olufunke Olofinnika, Assistant Director of Nursing at UNIMED Teaching Hospital.

    The commissioning of the new operational office signals a new chapter for EAF, as it continues its mission to educate, support, and empower women and girls in Ondo State and across the country.

    As part of the day’s highlights, the founder also surprised her staff members by presenting awards of excellence and cash prizes to some of them, while several others received thoughtful gifts in appreciation of their commitment.

  • Ondo tailor stabs ‘brother’ to death over stabiliser

    Ondo tailor stabs ‘brother’ to death over stabiliser

    A 23-year old tailor, Faith Adeola, has stabbed his ‘street brother’ Gbenga Olotu, to death over theft of a stabiliser.

    The incident occurred at Ikese community, Oka-Akoko, Akoko North West area of Ondo State.

    Witnesses said Adeola and Olotu were friends who regarded themselves as ‘street brothers’

    An argument was said to have arisen between them over theft of a stabiliser.

    The witnesses said the deceased attempted to stab Adeola and his wife with a knife but Adeola wrestled he knife and stabbed Olotu on the chest.

    Olotu was rushed to the General Hospital, where he was confirmed dead.

    Adeola was arrested and charged to court on one count of murder.

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    According to the charge, “ Faith Adeola ‘m’, on May 10, 2025, at about 2:30, at Ikese community, Oka-Akoko, in the Ondo State Magisterial District, did unlawfully stabbed one Olotu Gbenga ‘m’ a.k.a. “Zagazar” with a knife on his chest and also hit him with wood on his body which resulted to his death”.

    Plea of the defendant was not taken.

    Prosecuting Counsel, Folasade Adeyemi, prayed the court to remand the defendant to the correctional centre pending legal advice from the Director of Public Prosecution.

    Presiding Magistrate agistrate, Mrs. R.I. Adelakin, adjourned the case to May 29th, 2025 for further hearing.

    She ordered remand of the defendant to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Akure.

  • Ondo guber poll: Aiyedatiwa knows fate June 4

    Ondo guber poll: Aiyedatiwa knows fate June 4

    The Ondo State Election Petitions Tribunal has fixed June 4 to deliver judgment in the suits challenging Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s victory in last year’s governorship election.

    Aiyedatiwa had secured a landslide victory by winning in all the 18 local government areas.

    Not satisfied with the outcome of the polls, the Peoples Democratic Party and its candidate, Agboola Ajayi filed a petition at the tribunal.

    Other political parties that filed petitions at the tribunal were the Social Democratic Party and the African Democratic Congress.

    Chairman of the three-member panel, Justice Benson Ogbu, fixed the date after parties adopted their final written addresses.

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    The petitioners had asked the tribunal to nullify results of the election for not complying with the Electoral Act as amended.

    Governor Aiyedatiwa’s counsel, Chief Wole Olanipekun, urged the Tribunal to dismiss the petitions for lack of merit and evidence of electoral malpractice.

    Justice Ogbu fixed final judgment on June 4.

  • Ondo community protests absence of monarch

    Ondo community protests absence of monarch

    Elders, chiefs and youths of Ipesi community, Akoko South-East Local Government of Ondo State, have protested continued absence of traditional ruler and regent of the community, Princess Adetola Amodeni.

    The protesters said Princess Amodeni had been absent from the community for the past 18 years.

    She was appointed regent in 2006 after the death of the Olupesi of Ipesi, Oba Peter Amodeni, the Akindogbeje II.

    The protesters said the Olupesi stool had remained vacant for the past 18 years due to litigations and lack of cooperation among the stakeholders.

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    In a protest letter to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, signed by High Chief Ajulo Jeremiah, the Olodeagada of Iro, Ipesi and other chiefs, the protesters said Princess Amodeni did not suffice any reason for her desertion of the Olupesi Palace.

    The letter said: “The absence of the Regent of Olupesi has led to a number of negative consequences at Ipesi Akoko, including increased conflict, weakened social structures and a decline in community cohesion. In the absence of a traditional ruling authoritative figure to mediate disputes and maintain order, Ipesi Akoko has become vulnerable to unrest and social breakdown.

    “The Council of Ipesi High Chiefs have also not been spared by the jilting Regent of Olupesi, as they have not held a meeting or session in years, and matters which could have been ordinarily resolved at the Olupesi Palace have snowballed into serious conflict.

  • Ondo traditional ruler docked for flogging villagers

    Ondo traditional ruler docked for flogging villagers

    The Baale of Yale Camp in Bolorunduro, Idanre Local Government Area of Ondo State, Ojo Olomolekulo, has been arraigned before an Akure Magistrate Court for flogging and brutalising villagers who refused to pay toll fee.

    Ojo was arraigned alongside two accomplices, Isaac Oloyede and Kehinde Tope.

    They were alleged to have flogged and inflicted injuries on Iyabo Ajibade and Thompson Owoyemi on December 15, 2024 after the duo refused to pay what they regarded as illegal toll.

    Besides the assault charges, Ojo was also accused of illegally selling a portion of a government-owned forest reserve to two separate buyers.

    The defendants were said to have breached Sections 351, 38 and 274 of the Criminal Code Law of Ondo State, 2006.

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    They pleaded not guilty to all the charges levelled against them.

    Counsel to the defendants, O.A. Oladunjoye, begged the court to grant them bail, but the prosecuting Counsel, O.A. Iroaye, kicked against the request for amicable settlement.

    Iroaye said the Baale remained a menace in the community.

    “It is rather disturbing that a traditional leader who should be a custodian of peace is now facing allegations of intimidation and illegal land deals,” Iroaye said.

    Presiding Magistrate, Taiwo Lebi, ordered the Baale to immediately halt all forms of collections from villagers and warned him to steer clear of actions capable of disrupting peace in the community.

    He adjourned the case to June 20, 2025, for further hearing.

  • Ondo hunters nab two suspected kidnappers

    Ondo hunters nab two suspected kidnappers

    Hunters in Owo, headquarters of Owo Local Government Area in Ondo State, have nabbed two suspected kidnappers.

    Items such as firearms, cutlasses, cans of beer and energy drinks were recovered from the suspects.

    The suspects were said to be members of kidnap gang operating around the Owo axis.

    In a viral video, the suspects were seen tied down and questioned about their operations.

    An eyewitness, who spoke anonymity, said the hunters tracked down the suspects in their hideout.

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    “The hunters stormed their camp in the forest yesterday. While some of the kidnappers escaped, two of them were caught and brought into town,” he said. 

    Ondo police spokesman, Olayinka Ayanlade, said he saw the video.

    He said investigation has commenced.

    “I saw the video as well, and the command has commenced a thorough investigation.”

  • Ondo traditional ruler docked for flogging villagers

    Ondo traditional ruler docked for flogging villagers

    The Baale of Yale Camp, in Bolorunduro, Idanre Local Government Area of Ondo State, Ojo Olomolekulo, has been arraigned before an Akure Magistrate Court for flogging and brutalising villagers who refused to pay toll fee.

    Ojo was arraigned with two accomplices, Isaac Oloyede and Kehinde Tope.

    They were alleged to have flogged and inflicted injuries on Iyabo Ajibade and Thompson Owoyemi, on December 15, 2024 after the duo rejected and refused what they regarded illegal toll gate fee.

    Besides the assault charges, Ojo was also accused of illegally selling a portion of a government-owned forest reserve to two separate buyers.

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    The defendants were said to have breached Sections 351, 38, and 274 of the Criminal Code Law of Ondo State, 2006.

    They pleaded not guilty to all the charges levelled against them.

    Counsel to the defendants, O.A. Oladunjoye, begged the court to grant them bail but the prosecuting Counsel, O.A. Iroaye, kicked against the request for amicable settlement.

    Iroaye said the Baale remained a menace in the community.

    “It is rather disturbing that a traditional leader who should be a custodian of peace is now facing allegations of intimidation and illegal land deals,” Iroaye said.

    Presiding Magistrate, Taiwo Lebi ordered the Baale to immediately halt all forms of collections from villagers and warned him to steer clear of actions capable of disrupting peace in the community.

    He adjourned the case to June 20, 2025, for further hearing.

  • Police confirm abduction of APC chairman in Ondo

    Police confirm abduction of APC chairman in Ondo

    Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted chairman of the All Progressives Congress in Ward Five, Ose local government area of Ondo State, Nelson Adepoyigi.

    Adepoyigi was abducted while going to his farm along Ifon-Owo highway.

    Ondo Police spokesman, Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola, who confirmed the abduction, said a manhunt has been launched to ensure release of the victim.

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    According to him, “I can confirm to you that the chairman APC ward 5 was kidnapped at the entrance of his farm along Ifon-Owo road.

    “At the receipt of the report the DPO Ifon in collaboration with the hunters , local VGN and Nigeria Army personnel have launched a manhunt for the suspects.”