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IJEBU ODE, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has disclosed that efforts are in top gear to affiliate the Oba Sikiru Adetona College of Governance with the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Jos, for the training of high ranking government officials. The …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has won the Independent Newspapers Governor of the Year (Tech Innovation) award for the year 2023. The award was presented to the governor, who was ably represented by his Special Adviser on Media, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, on Sunday, May 5, 2024, …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Ikeja Electric Distribution Company (IE) has announced reduction on its electricity tariff for customers under Band A. In a circular issue d by the management of the company on its “X” page, on Monday, May 6, 2024, IE said the Band A customers will now pay …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IMASAYI-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Olu of Imasayi-Yewa, Ogun State, Alayeluwa Oba (Rtn) Amb. Lukman Olalekan Adeleke Kuoye, Fcim, the Kofoworade Oyesokun V, a monarch renowned for his benevolence, has chosen to withdraw the pursuit of legal action regarding assault, threats to life, and the forcible …

  ABUJA, FCT, NIGERIA – President Tinubu has assured Nigerian workers of brighter days ahead. Speaking at the 2024 May Day celebration in Eagle Square, Abuja, Tinubu, represented by Vice-President Kashim Shettima, expressed gratitude to trade unions for their patience and support during the implementation of government policies aimed at …

Opinion: BY: ADÉMÓLÁ ÒRÚNBON Religious harmony is vital for solidarity and team spirit in a community of more than one religion. To enjoy the benefits of living in a non-violent and harmonious society, it is imperative to accept other believers from different religions, as failure to achieve peaceful co-existence among …

  ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State government has restated its commitment to mechanised agriculture to ensure food security in the state, as the state government working round the clock to make farm produce availability at the markets. The state’s Commissioner for Agriculture and Food Security, Hon. Bolu …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Academic Staff Union Of Polytechnics (ASUP), Moshood Abiola Polytechnic Chapter, has issued a 7-day ultimatum to the institution’s management to fully implement the 35 and 25 percent salary increments for workers of the institution, as approved by the government. Mr. Adegunle Tomisi, Chairman, ASUP …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – MAY 2024 – Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO or the Group) has released its Unaudited Consolidated and Separate Financial Statements for the period ended March 31, 2024, to the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) and London Stock Exchange (LSE). The Group reported profit before tax of ₦509.3billion, …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – MAY 2, 2024: Access Bank Plc has reaffirmed its dedication to fostering positive transformation in healthcare across Africa at the 2024 Medic West Africa Event, organised by ABCHealth in collaboration with Informa Markets. The event, which served as a platform for stakeholders across industries deliberate on the …