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Clement Adesuyi Haastrup: The Lagos boy is now Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesaland

1 week ago | withinnigeria.com | Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo |LAWAL Sodiq Adewale Chocomilo

Clement Adesuyi Haastrup is now the Owa Adimula, the paramount ruler of Ijesaland. By tradition, he who wears the crown of Owa becomes the king of Ijesaland. The throne of Owa makes one the head of Ijesa, but the character and personality of the individual who occupies the throne affirm, validate, and acknowledge the position. Becoming a king is a long road that is trekked with caution and guided by fate and destiny. Not all princes become kings. Not all ‘Obalola’ wear crowns of royalty.
EXPOSE: Mystery shrouds Ilesa Prison escape as Police IPOs, complainants allegedly flee for safety

2 weeks ago | withinnigeria.com | Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo |LAWAL Sodiq Adewale Chocomilo

In this report, SODIQ LAWAL CHOCOMILO writes that there is tension in Ilesa and environs following the escape of seven inmates from the prison. He also writes that police IPO (investigating police officers) handling several cases and complainants are worried over the incident while witnesses running helter-skelter for safety. WHAT WE GATHERED?
Death Row Congestion: Should Nigeria Reintroduce Public Execution?

2 weeks ago | withinnigeria.com | Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo |LAWAL Sodiq Adewale Chocomilo

As sacrosanct as the life of a Nigerian is, the constitution of the country permits death in certain situations. Truly, the right to life is very key and essential, but there are exceptions, such as the execution of a court sentence for a criminal offense, riots, escaping, or making a lawful arrest.
Burglars target shops, transformer cables as residents decry power outages

2 weeks ago | withinnigeria.com | Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo |LAWAL Sodiq Adewale Chocomilo

Ilesa is a rather calm community. Nonetheless, residents are suffering. This time, there are no cult-related attacks or pockets of violent conflict in some parts of town. It is about burglary and theft. These two crimes are most prevalent in Idasa, Iroye, Isokun, Anaye, Bonke Quarters, and some parts of Atakunmosa West, such as Imola—a neighborhood near the University of Ilesa campus.
Taofeek Adewale Digboluja: Ibadan-born actor who brings Yoruba traditions to life on screen

2 weeks ago | withinnigeria.com | Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo |LAWAL Sodiq Adewale Chocomilo

Talent without effort yields no excellent results. Taofeek Adewale, also known as ‘Digboluja,’ who affectionately portrays characters in films, might be referred to as ‘gods of the cinema.’ When you see Taofeek Adewale on TV, you see a man who compliments his brilliance with hard effort. He effortlessly demonstrates his natural skill, controlling good Yoruba phrases and doing appropriate movements to entertain his audience.
Residents express worry over unidentified ‘reckless' superbike riders in Ilesa

2 weeks ago | withinnigeria.com | Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo |LAWAL Sodiq Adewale Chocomilo

Security is a duty of all. Citizens have key roles to play in ensuring the safety and security of the society. When citizens ignore warnings or do not alert security agencies about suspicious moves or help in fishing out criminals, it enables criminal offenses. A 56-year-old mechanic (name withheld) whose workshop is situated along Ijebu-Ijesha Road expressed concerns over what he termed ‘negligence of duty’ on the part of security agencies, particularly police, in Ilesa metropolis.
From Police to Journalism to Business: Asiwaju Tunde Badmus’ long road to 79

2 weeks ago | withinnigeria.com | Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo |LAWAL Sodiq Adewale Chocomilo

If Odolaye Aremu, a well-known Dadakuada artist from Ilorin, were still alive, I would have approached him and asked for a song praising Asiwaju Tunde Badmus as Idameji Osogbo ti won pe ni eni kan soso—half of Osogbo that is termed one person. The young kid who grew up in Isale Osun has become a source of hope and inspiration for the whole Osogbo community, a symbol of perseverance and determination.
26 things you probably don't know about the new Rivers State sole administrator, Ibok-Ete Ekwe Ibas

2 months ago | withinnigeria.com | Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo |LAWAL Sodiq Adewale Chocomilo

Former Vice Admiral Onok Ete Ibas on Tuesday, March 18 has been appointed as sole administrator of Rivers State by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. WITHIN NIGERIA learned that the appointment of ex-Naval chief, Ibas followed the declaration of a State of Emergency in Rivers State. Tinubu suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy and assembly members in the Rivers State for an initial period of six months.
Meet the Nigerian governors suspended since 1999 (when and why)

2 months ago | withinnigeria.com | Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo |LAWAL Sodiq Adewale Chocomilo

Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, and all elected members of the Rivers State House of Assembly have been suspended by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for an initial period of six months. This suspension comes after Rivers State declared a state of emergency as a result of ending political fights and events that have impacted the state since September 2023.
18 things you probably don't know the late Ogun-born medical doctor and media guru, Doyin Okupe

Mar 9, 2025 | withinnigeria.com | Sodiq Lawal Chocomilo |LAWAL Sodiq Adewale Chocomilo

Doyin Okupe, a former presidential spokesperson, is dead. The Ogun-born media guru died on Friday, March 7, 2025 at the age of 72. The father of two served as a senior adviser to former President Goodluck Jonathan and later as the Director-General of Peter Obi’s 2023 Presidential Campaign. As at the time of filing this report, the cause of his death has not been disclosed. Here are 18 things you probably don’t know about late Ogun-born politician and media guru, Doyin Okupe:1.