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Akeredolu's Passing: Are Betty, Igbo Women Truly Blameworthy

Akeredolu’s Passing: Are Betty, Igbo Women Truly Blameworthy?

January 1, 2024 2:54 am

The solemn news of Rotimi Akeredolu’s demise on December 27, 2023, the revered former governor of Ondo State, has not just brought sorrow to the hearts of many but also sparked a series of speculative narratives, some of which have unfairly targeted his widow, Betty Akeredolu. In times of such profound loss, it becomes paramount to approach the unfolding stories with a balanced blend of sensitivity and objectivity, ensuring that the discourse remains respectful and considerate.

Governor Akeredolu’s battle with prostate cancer marked a profoundly difficult chapter, not only in his life but also in the lives of those closest …

Insecurity Akeredolu Vows To Arm Amotekun, Legalise Them

Insecurity: Akeredolu Vows To Arm Amotekun, Legalise Them

September 27, 2022 6:16 am

Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu yesterday asserted that state security outfits in the country when backed by law must have access to sophisticated weapons to combat insecurity.

Akeredolu said this during the Passing-Out Parade of Courses 3 and 4 of the State Amotekun Corps in Akure.

His words: “State Security outfits backed by law whether in Western Nigeria, Katsina, Borno, Benue or any Northern state must have access to the same sophisticated weapons that the marauders have. Anything else is a contradiction in terms.

“It is evident that the current internal security framework in the country is ineffectual. The …

'We Will Procure Arms For Amotekun', Akeredolu Blasts FG

‘We Will Procure Arms For Amotekun’, Akeredolu Blasts FG

September 23, 2022 12:32 am

Chairman, Southern Nigeria Governors’ Forum and Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, has chastised the Federal Government on its alleged approval of arms for a state-owned security outfit in Katsina.

Akeredolu accused the Federal Government for being sectional in its activities, saying for the Federal Government to have approved arms for the Katsina State-owned security outfit and deny the same for Amotekun showed sectionalism.

Notwithstanding, the non-approval of the Federal Government for Amotekun to carry arms, Akeredolu said his government would go ahead to procure arms for the security outfit.

He said: “We want to reiterate that what is …

Why Amotekun Should Be Allowed To Carry Arms – Akeredolu

Why Amotekun Should Be Allowed To Carry Arms – Akeredolu

September 8, 2022 2:55 am

The governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has called on the federal government to consider allowing Amotekun operatives and other state security outfits to bear sophisticated arms to help their mission to protect the people.

The governor also used the opportunity to clarify his position on the oil pipeline surveillance contract which was awarded to private individuals and organisations.

Akeredolu said his position was to allow Amotekun to bear heavy arms like the non-state actors who were engaged to protect the oil pipelines.

He spoke at the commissioning of the newly reconstructed office complex at the Ondo State Oil Producing …

Owo attack Akeredolu Offers succour to Deceased families

Owo Attack: Akeredolu Offers Succour To Deceased Families

September 7, 2022 5:45 am

The Government of Ondo State has provided an undisclosed amount of money to the victims and deceased families of the June 5 attack at St Francis Catholic Church, Owo.

Mr. Wale Akinterinwa who is the Chairman of the donation management committee led other members to Owo on Tuesday on behalf of the State government. He said that the move was in fulfillment of Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu’s promise to give support to all the victims of the attack.

Africa Daily News, New York recall that Akeredolu had constituted a committee to manage funds donated by public-spirited individuals and corporate organisations into …

Panic As Unknown Gunmen Abduct 32 Travellers In Ondo

Panic As Unknown Gunmen Abduct 32 Travellers In Ondo

September 5, 2022 5:51 am

Some yet-to-be-identified gunmen suspected to be kidnappers on Sunday abducted no fewer than 32 travellers around Ifon in Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State.

The victims were reportedly returning from a burial ceremony in Edo State yesterday when the incident happened.

It is not yet established whether the kidnappers have reached out to the families of the victims for payment of ransom to secure their release.

The Public Relations Officer of Ondo Police SP Funmilayo Odunlami confirmed the abduction to Channels Television in a telephone chat.

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We’ve Nabbed Killers Behind Owo Church Massacre – General Irabor

August 9, 2022 5:23 pm

Gen. Lucky Irabor who is the Chief of Defence Staff has finally announced that some of the Nigerian security operatives have arrested and detained the suspected killers of worshippers at St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State.

While he had been speaking at a meeting with editors and media executives in Abuja on Tuesday, Irabor had announced that the suspects would be paraded after the conclusion of investigation.

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According to him, the military has also neutralised many bandits terrorising the country.

He said, “Let me bring it to …

Gunmen Kill Security Man, Raze Down Filling Station In Ondo

Gunmen Kill Security Man, Raze Down Filling Station In Ondo

July 5, 2022 5:54 am

There was mild pandemonium yesterday in Igoba community in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State following the killing of a security guard whose name was given as ‘Mr Sunday’ by gunmen.

The yet-to-be-identified attackers who also set the station ablaze shot and killed the security guard who was manning the Titolu Venture filling station in the community.

The manager of the station, Ajisafe Oluwatobiloba, revealed that while attempting to determine what started the fire, they came upon the body of the security guard.

Read Also: Another Edo Catholic Priest, Osia Abducted By Gunmen

‘I was called by one …

Owo Massacre How FG Shamed Us, Akeredolu Laments

Owo Massacre: How FG Shamed Us, Akeredolu Laments

June 18, 2022 6:42 am

Tears flowed unhindered yesterday at the funeral mass for the victims of the June 5th terror assault at the Saint Francis Catholic Church in Owaluwa, Owo, Ondo State.

During the occasion at the Mydas Resort and Hotel in Owo, the state governor, Rotimi Akeredolu (SAN), could not conceal his feelings.

While making his remarks, Akeredolu wept as he said the government failed to safeguard the victims of the terror assault.

The governor stated the government had failed to safeguard the victims as well as the entire citizenry, while family of the deceased and sympathisers wept.

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Ondo: Burial Mass Begins For Owo Church Massacre Victims 

Ondo: Burial Mass Begins For Owo Church Massacre Victims 

June 17, 2022 11:01 am

It was a sad spectacle as thirteen days after the terror attack by gunmen on worshippers at Saint Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State, the pre-announced funeral mass for the deceased victims has commenced today.

In the gory attack that threw the state into pandemonium, no fewer than 40 persons were gruesomely murdered on June 5 when daredevil gunmen rained bullets on the worshippers during service.

The funeral mass for the unfortunate victims began at 10:00 am after the caskets bearing the bodies of the deceased were brought in.

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Soyinka Describes Owo Massacre As Message To South-West

Soyinka Describes Owo Massacre As Message To South-West

June 11, 2022 6:15 pm

Popular Nobel Laureate, renowned playwright and social critic, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has described the attack on St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State, where many worshippers were killed, as vendetta killing which was meant to send a message to the entire people of South-West.

Soyinka made his view known on Friday while paying a condolence visit to Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu over the terror attack last Sunday.

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He described the attack as a message and said it was targeted at the governor who has been showing leadership in terms of …

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Police Deny Arrest Of Perpetrators Of Owo Church Massacre

June 11, 2022 12:00 pm

In response to the nabbing and detainment of some of the suspects linked to the Owo Church massacre, the State Police in Ondo State have debunked the widespread rumours making rounds that the suspected terrorists, who attacked Owo Catholic Church, have actually been apprehended.

Rumours filtered into town on Thursday evening that the perpetrators of the terror attack were nabbed by the combined team of the Nigerian Army, Amotekun Corps and other security agents.

Africa Daily News, New York reports that on June 5, terrorists attacked St. Francis Catholic Church, Owaluwa Street, Owo, during church service.

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