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SOKOTO, SOKOTO STATE, NIGERIA – In a stirring interview on Channels Television’s Political Paradigm, Bishop Matthew Kukah of the Sokoto Diocese offered sobering insights into global religious leadership and Africa’s place within it. Speaking just after the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV in Rome, Kukah emphasized that the papacy cannot …

AKURE, ONDO STATE, NIGERIA – The pan-Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, has appointed Oba Olu Falae, traditional ruler of Ilu-Abo in Akure North, Ondo State and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), as the new Chairman of its National Executive Committee. Oba Falae’s appointment was announced during Afenifere’s …

OTA, ADO-ODO/OTA LG, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Aare Atunluse of Awori Kingdom and the Chairman of Mapcotec Nigeria Limited, Aare (Surveyor) Dr. Segun Osifeso has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving a N758 billion pension bond for settling long – standing pension liabilities Aare Osifeso, who made these remarks …

…Honours Aliko Dangote With A Lifetime Achievement Award  BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA – It was historic achievements for pan-African industrialist Aliko Dangote and Dangote Industries Limited, as the company secured three prestigious accolades at the 15th annual Brand Africa 100 awards held at the iconic Africa Hall in …

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to Prince Dapo Abiodun, Governor of Ogun State and Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, on his 65th birthday and the 6th anniversary of his administration on May 29, 2025. According to a tribute e-signed and mde available …

… Media Icon Remembered and Eulogized BY PETER OLANIYAN IBADAN, OYO STATE, NIGERIA – A delegation comprising Elhadj (Otunba) Abu-Satar Idowu Hamed, the Otun Baarorin of Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State; Chief (Engr.) Segun Azeez, the Fiwajoye of Oluyole Ibadanland and Chief (Engr.) Kunle Badmus, the Mayegun of Oluyole Ibadanland, paid a …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Government has described as regrettable the protest staged by some athletes representing the state at the ongoing National Sports Festival over delayed allowances. In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, the …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Dangote Cement Plc has once again demonstrated its commitment to customer appreciation by rewarding its distributors and loyal customers with gifts and cash prizes worth a staggering ₦11 billion. The grand celebration took place on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at the 2025 edition of the Customers Awards …

… Questions AGF’s Inaction LAGOS, NIGERIA – Legal icon and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has strongly condemned states – including Lagos – that have failed to implement the Supreme Court’s judgment on local government autonomy, describing their actions as treasonable. Falana criticized the ongoing delay in enforcing …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – MAY 26, 2025: Hon. Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Minister of Interior, delivered a compelling charge to public and private sector leaders at the Access Bank Guest Lecture Series (GLS) held on Friday at the Bank’s headquarters in Victoria Island, Lagos. Speaking on the theme “Dare to Dream, Dare …