Idowu Hamed

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Ruth Band, Ayo Ni O Liberty District Set To Celebrate 30th Anniversary, Dignitaries, Special Guests Expected To Attend

BY SEYIFUNMI ODUNUGA All is now in place for the 30th anniversary celebration of the Ruth Band – the group of Faithful Wives in the Bible – at the Cherubim and Seraphim Church, Liberty District Headquarters, Ayo Ni O, Oke-Ado, Ibadan. The grand event is scheduled to take place on …

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Buhari: Nigeria Has Lost A True Patriot

Tribute: BY PROF. YEMI OSINBAJO (SAN) Dolapo and I received, with profound sadness, the news of the passing of His Excellency, former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon (Sunday, July 13, 2025). In the moments that followed, we spoke with Her Excellency Aisha Buhari and their son Yusuf Buhari to …

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My Recollections Of A Good Man And Great Leader: H.E. Former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR (1942 – 2025)

Tribute: BY AJURI NGELALE His Excellency, former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, was my first boss in public service. Blessed with grace and unvarnished dignity, he was a man who – without exceptions – always did what he believed was right in every situation. He was an honest man of consistent …

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Governor Abiodun Mourns the Death Of Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, Awujale Of Ijebuland

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED  ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced the demise of His Royal Majesty, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the highly respected Awujale of Ijebuland. In a statement personally signed and released to the media, Governor Abiodun expressed deep sorrow over the monarch’s …

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Tinubu Announces Buhari’s Death, Directs VP Shettima To Travel To UK, Accompany Body Home

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – In a solemn and historic announcement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has confirmed the death of his predecessor, former President Muhammadu Buhari. According to a statement issued and electronically signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, Buhari died …

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Ogun 2027: Wadoye Endorses Senator Solomon Adeola Yayi For Exalted Position

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – In the heart of Yewaland, where tradition walks hand-in-hand with progress, a major political statement was made that has reverberated across Ogun State and beyond.  The revered Alhaji (Chief) Waidi Haruna, the esteemed Bobagunwa of Ilaro-Yewa, has declared his endorsement of Senator Solomon Olamilekan …

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Africans Will Develop Africa, Dangote Tells Global CEOs (+photos)

… ‘You Think Small, You Don’t Grow; You Think Big, You Grow’ … LBS hail Dangote As A Visionary Leader Solving Africa’s Problems  BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IBEJU-LEKKI, LAGOS, NIGERIA –  President/Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, has urged African entrepreneurs, business-leaders and wealthy individuals to invest in the …

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‘Let’s Build A Better Epe Council Together’ – LG Chair Tells Opposition Parties

EPE, LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA – Chairman of Epe Local Government Area and winner of the chairmanship election in the just-concluded local government elections in Lagos State, Princess Surah Animashaun, has said that opposition parties should work with her to govern the council area. The Lagos state Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC), …

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OGPDPA Hails Monarchs For Supporting Agency In Remo North (+photos)

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Management of Ogun State Planning and Development Permit Authority (OGPDPA), has lauded the outstanding support of Ologere of Ogere, Oba Obafemi Saliu, and the Onipara of Ipara, Oba Taiwo Taiwo towards the successful establish and operation of the agency in Remo North. Acting General …

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Tola Adeniyi: A Life Of Words And Wisdom

Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE “Wisdom is the supreme virtue, for it is the source of all other virtues.” – Epicurus. As we reflect on the life and legacy of Tola Adeniyi, a man whose words have inspired and challenged generations, we are reminded of the power of journalism and literature …

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