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DAWN Commission is the dedicated technocratic institution for the sustainable development of Western Nigeria

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Kola Oyewo (1946–2026): A Tribute to one of the Last Custodians of the Alarinjo Tradition

Most people know Kola Oyewo as the unforgettable face of Yoruba theatre.

What fewer people know is that after spending decades on stage, performing with legends like Duro Ladipo, Ola Rotimi, Wole Soyinka, and Femi Osofisan, he went back to university in his late forties.

Not alone. With his son.

That decision changed the course of his life. It led him from actor to scholar, from performer to professor, and eventually to becoming one of the most respected custodians of Yoruba theatre, language, and culture.

When Professor Kola Oyewo passed away on June 12, 2026, Nigeria did not just lose an actor. It lost a man who proved that learning has no age limit, culture has no expiry date, and reinvention is always possible.

Read the full story here: https://t.co/InYtnH6WUg

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Emeritus Professor Femi Osofisan (NNOM) at 80: The Playwright Who Turned the Stage Into a Weapon for Justice
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When Babafemi Osofisan arrived at the Sorbonne in the 1970s, he wanted to study African drama. He was told it wasn't a serious subject.
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Rather than change his topic, he walked away.
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He returned to Nigeria, earned a PhD in African drama, and spent the next five decades becoming one of the continent's most celebrated playwrights, scholars, and cultural critics.
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On June 16, Professor Femi Osofisan turns 80.
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His story is a reminder that sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is refuse to let others decide what matters.
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Read the full story here: https://t.co/cdVzbsH4AW
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What would African literature look like today if he had accepted that first "no"?
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@UniIbadan

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@dj2plus_ Implementation on course to help young people in SW take advantage of global digital economy.
People are supposed to feel the impacts of their state & local govts, not ours.
Our job is to support govts to make SW the preferred place for people to live, visit, work & invest.

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DAWN Commission and NITDA have formalised a five-year partnership to drive digital development across the Southwest.

The MOU covers all six states — Ekiti, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, and Oyo — and gives the region structured access to federal digital programmes, from innovation hubs and startup support to the national initiative targeting 100 million digitally skilled Nigerians by 2030.

Read the full story here: https://t.co/lNMaQbLFsO

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On June 12, 1993, Nigerians made a choice that defined this democracy. At DAWN Commission, we mark the day by reaffirming our commitment to regional development and the progress of the Southwest.

Happy Democracy Day.

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Happening Today!

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Exporting can unlock incredible opportunities for growth, increased revenue, and access to new customers around the world.

However, success in international trade requires the right knowledge, preparation, and strategy.

This is why the FutuX Export Readiness Training is the platform for export ready Agribuisness looking to grow!

For our first physical state edition, we have partnered with the Oyo State Ministry of Agriculture, @DAWNCommission , Sponsored by @StanbicIBTC to bring outstanding facilitators to close the knowledge gap and address barriers to export.

Now you don't have to only dream about reaching international markets but have the right insights to to start preparing for them.

The call to register ends today. Don't miss out on this opportunity!

https://t.co/Z62znLKMnS

#ExportReadiness #ExportTraining #GlobalTrade #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #FutuX

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@AssociateTj Kindly download the Climate Outlook to get methods to preserve your crops for today: https://t.co/A5GooI2krL

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Agric Scoop!

Recent forecasts from NiMet and the DAWN Commission's 2026 Southwest Climate Outlook indicate the likelihood of dry spell episodes during this growing season.

While the rains have started, occasional breaks in rainfall may still occur and could affect crops if we are not prepared.

Want to know methods to help your farm? Download our outlook to know more: https://t.co/GHfwfZe5Sf

#ClimateSmartAgriculture #Agriculture #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction #Agribusiness #SouthwestNigeria #ClimateResilience #SustainableDevelopment

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The FutuX Export Readiness Training is happening this Thursday, are you ready?
We are opening the doors to both in-person and virtual participants to take advantage of the opportunity to transform their Agribusiness for FREE!

To secure your spot, click the link below to register.
https://t.co/Z62znLLkdq

📍 Registration is compulsory to participate. Limited slots are available for physical participation.

#ExportReadiness #GlobalTrade #BusinessGrowth #ExportTraining #FutuX

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@dqueenwarrior You can say that again.

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Abimbola Ayodeji Abolarinwa: How Nigeria’s First Female Urologist Turned Curiosity Into a Career Legacy

Dr Abolarinwa became the first Nigerian woman to earn specialist qualifications in urology, entering a field that had previously been occupied entirely by men.

Today, she is a Consultant Urological Surgeon at LASUTH, a trainer of future specialists, and part of the reason more women are now entering the profession. The women who followed did not have to wonder whether it was possible. They had already seen someone do it.

Her story is not just about being first. It is about preparation, persistence, and choosing excellence wherever the path leads.

Read the full story on our website here: https://t.co/qQ17QpTO3b

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4th Annual Yoruba Global Conference: Yorubaland in a multi-polar world, Hope of the Nation as a N igerian Bloc https://t.co/NjvSbrRx1i

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Discover what it means to be a practical and firm leader— exploring the historical impact of Chief Reuben Fasoranti and the roots of progressive welfarism in Nigeria.

True leadership is about the interests of ordinary people.
Watch the full video: https://t.co/kGDcvEHCYp

#Leadership #History #Nigeria #Afenifere #Wisdom #Politics #Legacy

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Think Yoruba First (TYF) recently paid a courtesy visit to the Commission to strengthen our shared commitment to promoting Yoruba identity and heritage among young people across our federation.

The visit also reaffirmed the Commission's support for TYF's upcoming conference, scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the HR Dep Hall, University of Lagos.

At the heart of this partnership lies a deep dedication to our homeland and the values that define us.

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The FutuX Export Readiness Training (FERT) – Oyo State Edition is here!

If you've been looking for the right opportunity to position your agricultural business for Sustainable Export, this is it!

Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026 | Time: 9 AM

Slots are very limited — don't wait until it's too late! Register now: https://t.co/vxYVzIlR31

Know someone who needs this? Tag them or share this post — let's get more businesses export-ready!

Also, note that it is completely free.

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Think Yoruba First in collaboration with DAWN Commission, invites you to the 4th Annual Yoruba Global Conference.

This year’s theme, “Yorubaland in a Multipolar World,” calls us to attention and action — to safeguard our homeland amid myriad challenges and threats.

Let us come together to deliberate, share strategies, and recommend actions that will make Yorubaland great again.

Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
Venue: HR Dep Hall, University of Lagos, Lagos State

Secure your spot: https://t.co/wQECahQPiW. Your registration confirms your commitment to attend.

We look forward to seeing you.

@ThinkYoruba_1st

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Watch this space!

FutuX Agri-Consult Ltd provides specialised services in export readiness, food safety certification, sustainability systems, and agricultural value chain development.

The organisation is currently implementing its 2026 Export Readiness Training Series.
Oyo State has been identified as the pilot State for the physical rollout scheduled for June 2026.

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EKSG,NiMet Team Up To Guide Farmers with Seasonal Climate Forecasts

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), in partnership with the Ekiti State Government, will next week Wednesday commence a three-day workshop for farmers, agricultural extension workers, and other stakeholders on the 2026 Seasonal Climate Prediction (SCP).

Announcing the event on the live radio programme Ekiti Loni/Ekiti Today, the State Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Ebenezer Boluwade, said NiMet would at the forum unveil the Seasonal Climate Prediction for the year, providing forecasts on rainfall, temperature patterns, and the onset of rainy and dry seasons.

He said the information will be detailed by local government and farmstead to help farmers plan crop cycles and manage risks from extreme weather events.

"The training will cascade through agricultural extension workers and farmer representatives to ensure communities across the state benefit,” the Commissioner stated

Boluwade noted that officials from the State Ministry of Environment, State Emergency Protection Agency, and Ado-Ekiti Airport will also attend in view of the strategic role weather plays in their operations.

Highlighting ongoing agricultural initiatives, the Commissioner said the state is distributing improved yam seeds developed by the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) free of charge to farmers , targeting five million seedlings by the end of 2027.

Boluwade said the government aims to make this variety the dominant yam in Ekiti due to its durability and high export demand adding that an agro-allied investor has pledged to establish a yam powder processing factory in the State to supply markets in Canada, the UAE, and Europe.

He said the State Government had embarked on an aggressive land clearing and tactorization programme for farmers at subsided rates and was also selling highly subsided agrochemicals , inputs as well as cocoa and oil palm seedling to farmers as part of efforts to improve crop yield and profit margin of farmers in the State

Livestock production is also expanding under the Oyebanji administration through collaboration with the World Bank-assisted Livestock Production and Resilience Enhancement Scheme (L-PRES), according to the Commissioner.

He said once projects such as ultramodern abattoir in Ado Ekiti, cattle markets in Omuo-Ekiti and Ado Ekiti, veterinary clinics in Ado-Ekiti, construction of 30,000 poultry pens each in Emure Ekiti, Igede Ekiti and Ikole Ekiti and broiler processing facilities in Ado-Ekiti initiated under the L-PRES programme are completed, “the state will become the undisputed leader in livestock production and processing in southwestern Nigeria.”

According to him, waste from these facilities will be converted into biogas and fertilizer, further boosting sustainable agricultural practices.

Boluwade commended Governor Oyebanji for attracting agribusiness investment and expanding staple and cash crop production, noting that these efforts have strengthened food security, enhanced value chains, and created vital direct and indirect jobs for youths across the state.

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Happy 66th Birthday, His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun.
Executive Governor of Ogun State.
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