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Oyo Kingmakers Who Collected Bribe May Be Prosecuted -Makinde

  Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has threatened to prosecute and punish all Chiefs or Kingmakers within the Oyomesi or others, who might have collected bribe or gratification in the selection process that culminated into the emergence Akeem Abimbola Owoade as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. This followed reports that cash was allegedly offered to some chiefs by a contender for the Alaafin stool. Makinde issued the warning on Monday during the official presentation of the Staff of Office and Certificate of Appointment to Oba Owoade.  Owoade succeeded late Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, whose reign lasted for five decades. At the brief ceremony, Governor Makinde emphasised transparency and accountability in the selection process of the new monarch The governor described the Alaafin-elect as a leader poised to upholding the cultural and historical heritage of the Oyo Kingdom, noting that the Alaafin of Oyo is not just a traditional ruler but a custodian of rich history and...
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Robbers Shoot Bus Driver, Rapes Woman In Osun

Armed robbers Thursday morning attacked a passenger bus and a private car near Osu in Atakumosa Local Government Area of Osun State, shooting the bus driver and raping a passenger.

The two vehicles were coming from Lagos when they were attacked by the robbers.

The acting police spokesperson in Osun State, Emmanuel Giwa-Alade, confirmed the incident.

One of the victims narrated the incident while speaking to newsmen on Thursday.

“We were between Ile-Ife and Osu when the robbers stopped us. They were eight in number and armed,” he said.

“Our bus’ driver was shot and injured. One of the passengers in the car, a woman, was raped. They collected all our money and ATM cards and made us transfer various amounts into their account.

“Some of the passengers escaped into the bush and alerted security men. Not long after, policemen, vigilantes, and members of the Nigeria Hunters and Forest Security Service arrived and began to comb the area.

“They arrested one of the robbers, and the driver of our bus was rushed to a hospital in Ile-Ife.”

“One person was arrested, and the investigation is ongoing,” he said

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