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OgbomosoLand Marathon Race: Committee Applauds Sports Minister

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The Main organizing committee of Ogbomoso Land Marathon, 2020 has commended the Minister for Youth and Sports Development, Mr. Sunday Dare for his support to the marathon event scheduled to hold in Ogbomoso before the end of the year.

In a release Monday signed by the Media and Publicity Secretary, Yemi Sodeeq, the committee noted that the Ogbomoso-born Minister has demonstrated his commitment and dedication towards the actualization of the marathon.

 

Speaking through their Chairman, Prince Oyebamiji Aderemi, he acknowledged the efforts of the Minister noting that his unwavering support has propelled the committee members towards staging the maiden edition of the marathon.

 

It would be recalled that the marathon which was earlier scheduled to hold on May 2nd, 2020 was postponed due to the ravaging pandemic of coronavirus.

 

The Chairman assured the general public that a new date for the marathon will be announced very soon adding that registration is still ongoing for interested participants.

 

He equally allayed the fears of some participants who had earlier registered for the marathon saying that their registration is intact and it thus count among all the integrated data of the marathon

 

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President Tinubu Decries Violence In Rivers, Directs Police To Provide Security To LGA Offices

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President Bola Tinubu has called on Governor Siminalayi Fubara, political leaders and their supporters in Rivers State to exercise restraint and uphold the rule of law.

In response to recent tensions following last Saturday’s local government council election, the President expressed deep concern over reports of arson and explosions in the state.

He urged all political actors to de-escalate the situation and discourage their supporters from engaging in violence or destructive actions.

President Tinubu directed the police to restore and maintain peace, law, and order immediately.

While instructing law enforcement agencies to bring the situation under control, he emphasised the need to ensure the security of public institutions.

President Tinubu said government facilities built with public funds must be safeguarded from vandalism.

He stressed that self-help has no place in a democratic system, especially after 25 years of continuous democracy.

According to President Tinubu, the judiciary can settle all political disputes, and the outcome of this election should be no exception.

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