AU URGES DE-ESCALATION AS FIGHTING DISPLACES OVER 180,000 IN SOUTH SUDAN’S JONGLEI STATE. (PHOTO).

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 AU urges de-escalation as fighting displaces over 180,000 in South Sudan’s Jonglei state The Chairperson of the African Union Commission called for immediate de-escalation and strict adherence to South Sudan’s 2018 peace agreement, as renewed fighting in Jonglei State displaced more than 180,000 people and raised fears of further civilian harm. In a statement, African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf said he was deeply concerned by the deteriorating security situation in parts of the country, particularly Jonglei, where escalating violence and inflammatory rhetoric have put civilians—including women and children—at heightened risk. South Sudanese authorities estimate the number of displaced in Jonglei at more than 180,000, the United Nations humanitarian agency OCHA said last week. He urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint, de-escalate tensions immediately, and comply fully with the permanent ceasefire and power-sharing arrangements under the agreement, T...

OBA AKIOLU URGES NIGERIANS TO CHANNEL BIRTHDAY CONGRATULATORY FUNDS TO CHARITABLE INITIATIVES. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE


 OBA AKIOLU URGES NIGERIANS TO CHANNEL BIRTHDAY CONGRATULATORY FUNDS TO CHARITABLE INITIATIVES


In recognition of the forthcoming birthday celebration of His Royal Majesty, Oba Rilwan Akiolu, on October 29, 2025, the Oba of Lagos wishes to inform the general public, corporate bodies, and well-meaning individuals that those intending to place congratulatory messages in newspapers, on television, or on radio are kindly encouraged to channel such funds toward charitable initiatives instead.


His Royal Majesty humbly requests that such goodwill gestures be directed toward:


The purchase of essential drugs and medical supplies for health facilities, including Zenith Iga Idunganran Health Center, Police Hospital Falomo, Massey Street Children’s Hospital, Lagos Island, and other Primary Health Centers across Lagos Island.


The procurement and installation of solar street lights for mosques and churches across Lagos Island, with priority given to the Oba’s Mosque at Okiti Lane and the Methodist Church on Iga Idunganran Street, Isale-Eko.


Furthermore, His Royal Majesty intends to open a dedicated account to support these charitable purposes, and details will be conveyed in due course.


The Oba of Lagos deeply appreciates the continued love and support of the people, and he extends his regards.


Olanrewaju Bajulaiye


Permanent Secretary,

Ministry of Information & Strategy

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