The Palace wishes to notify the residents of Akure and its environ that in line with the tradition and culture of the Akureland, all Markets, shops and stalls in Akure will be closed on Wednesday 11th September, 2024. Akure a gbe a oo Signed.Adeyeye MichaelChief Press Secretary to the Deji of Akure Kingdom. 10th September,…
Notice of Market and Shop Closures for Aheregbe Festival The Palace of the Deji & Paramount Ruler of Akure Kingdom informs all residents of Akure and surrounding areas that markets and shops will be closed on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, in celebration of the annual Aheregbe Festival. This closure is a vital part of the…
Mr. Mele Kyari, the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd (NNPCL), received a prestigious royal sword from Oba Aladetoyinbo Aladelusi, the Paramount Ruler and Deji of Akure Kingdom. The presentation took place on Saturday at a ceremony in the monarch’s palace in Akure, attended by the NNPC Ltd Board Chairman,…
The Ojomo Oluda of Ijebu-Owo Kingdom, Oba Kofoworola Oladoyinbo, has urged Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to issue licenses allowing farmers to carry arms for their protection and to secure their farmlands from herdsmen attacks. Speaking during the 20th anniversary of his coronation and the launch of his book, “Understanding the Essence of Our Persistence:…
On Friday, August 9, 2024, a group of youths in the Ibule-Soro community of Ifedore Local Government Area reportedly attacked the female Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Ilara-Mokin. The incident occurred as she attempted to prevent them from performing the traditional new yam festival rites, a role traditionally reserved for the community’s king. Tensions arose…
However, the traditional ruler, in collaboration with Thomas, defied the court order and sold the land. The convicts were also charged with falsehood, as they backdated the receipt of the land sale. They faced four counts, including contempt of court and falsehood. During the proceedings, the charges were read to the defendants in English and…
