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JUST IN: Lagos council boss dies after prolong illness
The Chairman of Ayobo-Ipaja Local Council Development Area of Lagos State, Mrs. Bolatito Shobowale, is dead.
According to reports, Shobowale had been battling an undisclosed illness for a long time before she succumbed.
The acting chairman of Ayobo-Ipaja LCDA, Ladi Oluwaloni, confirmed the news in a tribute on Friday, describing her death as both shocking and devastating.
Oluwaloni emphasised that her legacy of selfless service, integrity, and commitment to good governance would continue to inspire future generations.
He extended his condolences to her family, friends, and loved ones.
“As we bid farewell to this remarkable leader, we take solace in the fact that her impact will live on in the hearts and lives of those she served.
“May the Almighty grant her eternal rest and give us the strength to uphold the values she stood for,” he added.
Shobowale was widely regarded as a visionary leader who played a pivotal role in the growth and transformation of Ayobo-Ipaja LCDA.
During her tenure, she championed infrastructural development, improved healthcare, and community empowerment initiatives, laying a strong foundation that continues to benefit residents.
Oluwaloni was sworn in as acting chairman just days ago by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu following the prolonged absence of the substantive chairman.
He revealed that he received the sad news while on an official assignment at the Lagos State Secretariat.
“Hon. Chief (Mrs.) Shobowale was more than a leader; she was a mother, a mentor, and a pillar of strength to many.
Her passion for grassroots development, resilience in governance, and deep love for the people of Ayobo-Ipaja will never be forgotten,” he said
Gov. Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom has approved an increment in the monthly state allowance for corps members serving in the state from N5,000 to N20,000.
Mr Eno made the announcement on Friday during the state delivery meeting, held at the Banquet Hall of Government House, Uyo.The increment will take effect from Aug. 1st.
The governor said that the increment was to support the Federal Government’s N77,000 monthly allowance, toward helping corps members meet their basic needs.“
More than 10, 000 corps members are posted to Akwa Ibom annually. We must continue to encourage and support them,” Mr Eno said.
It would be recalled that the governor, last week, approved the reconstruction of the NYSC orientation camp at Ikot Itie Idung, as part of efforts to improve the welfare of corps members in the state.
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Troops of the 3 Division of the Nigerian Army in conjunction with the Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) under Operation Lafiyan Jama’a have neutralized several bandits during joint operations in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State.
A statement issued on Friday by the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) stated that the clearance operation which took place on Thursday, July 3, led to the killing of scores of bandits.
The statement reads: “In continuation of ongoing efforts to rid the Joint Operations Area (JOA) of criminal elements, troops of 3 Division/Operation SAFE HAVEN under Operation LAFIYAN JAMA’A have sustained aggressive kinetic operations in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, yielding commendable outcomes.
“On 3 July, 2025, troops carried out a clearance operation in the rugged terrains of Tulus and Hokk Communities, located along the Plateau–Nasarawa State border.
“During the mission, contact was made with armed militias in Hokk, leading to a brief but decisive firefight. Several bandits were neutralised, while others fled into surrounding forests.
“Troops conducted a thorough exploitation of the area and, though no further contact was established, have maintained control through mobile and static patrols to disrupt any regrouping attempts.
“These successful actions reaffirm the resolve of security forces to dismantle criminal syndicates and prevent the proliferation of illicit weapons threatening peace and security within the Joint Operations Area.”
After 13 days in captivity, Justice Ebiyerin Omukoro, a Bayelsa State High Court Judge, who was kidnapped by gunmen, has been released.
The judge was abducted on June 21, 2025, around 7pm by gunmen dressed in combat fatigue in front of a popular eatery at the Ekeki suburb of Yenagoa.
It was gathered that Justice Omukoro was released on Thursday evening and is still with security operatives.
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