ABEOUKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – In a bid to ensuring dignity of persons and for the protection of sanctity of our revered traditional institution, the Ogun State Government led by Prince Dapo Abiodun, has placed Oba AbdulSemiu Adewale Ogunjobi, the Olorile of Orile-Ifo on six months suspension for his uncivil …
Read More »Nigerian-Americans Describe Late US-Based Nigerian Doctor As Respected Cardiologist, Condemn Systemic Legal Issues Affecting African Men In U.S.
…Father-in-Law Denies Daughter’s Involvement TOWSON, MARYLAND, USA – Dr. Ikenna Erinne, a young Nigerian cardiologist who tragically died in the United States after allegedly taking his own life, has been described as a respected cardiologist based in Towson, Maryland, USA. The incident reportedly occured following a prolonged divorce battle that …
Read More »How UBA Foundation Wins ‘Philanthropy of the Year’ Award
BY ABU-SATAR HAMED UBA Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has been honored with the prestigious “Philanthropy of the Year” award at the THISDAY Awards 2025. The award reaffirms UBA Foundation’s leadership in philanthropy, highlighting its unwavering dedication to giving back …
Read More »Afe Babalola/Farotimi, And Ladoja/Crowned Ibadan Obas’ Tussles – The Umblical Cord!
Opinion: Unlike the former which is legal…in nature…the later is traditional- Both tussles, however, arose from conflict of interests, personality clash, and individual principle. Life is very complex, and culture/traditions are more complex, but human beings are the most complex in understanding the application of true dynamism, and wealth of …
Read More »Seun Kuti Accuses Crypto of Scamming Poor People After Sister Loses N50m
LAGOS, NIGERIA – Nigerian singer Seun Kuti has sparked a wave of controversy after revealing that his sister lost over ₦50 million in cryptocurrency investments. The explosive revelation was shared in a passionate video that quickly went viral on X (formerly Twitter), recently. In the video, Kuti expressed his deep …
Read More »FPI Rector Akinde Urges Ogun State Government To Renovate Gateway Stadium, Ilaro (+photos)
,,,Calls for Revitalization Of Sporting Activities In Schools BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro (FPI), Dr. Mikhail Akinde, has called on the Ogun State Government to renovate and revive sporting activities at the Gateway Stadium, Ilaro in Yewa South Local Government …
Read More »Chief Biodun Ilo Congratulates Participants Of 2nd Adele Olu Table Tennis Competition, Thanks Supporters, Organizers
BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The sponsor of the Adele Olu Table Tennis Competition, Chief Biodun Ilo, has extended his congratulations to all participants of the tournament’s 2nd edition. Fondly called “Adele,” Chief Ilo delivered his closing remarks through Elhadj (Otunba) Abu-Satar Idowu Hamed, the Otun Baaroyin …
Read More »Good News From Ekiti State
Opinion: BY MICHAEL ABIOLA Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji’s selection as ‘Governor of the Year 2024’ comes as no surprise, given his strategic vision for Ekiti State. One worth mentioning is the construction of a world-class Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport in the state. This is not just for the immediate but …
Read More »Access Bank Appoints Uche Orji As Independent Non-Executive Director
LAGOS, NIGERIA – JANUARY 31, 2025: Access Holdings Plc has officially appointed Mr. Uche Orji as an Independent Non-Executive Director of its flagship subsidiary, Access Bank Plc. This appointment, which takes effect from January 7, 2025, has been approved by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). According to a statement …
Read More »Remembering Anthony Enahoro
Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE It is a settled fact that Anthony Eromosele Enahoro (July 22, 1923 – December 15, 2010) was an outstanding product of Nigeria’s pre-independence era. Enahoro moved one of the motions for independence and there’s a lot for us to look at in the context of the …
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