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BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILE-IFE, OSUN STATE, NIGERIA – Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle, FNIVS, FNIM, RSV, D.Sc., D.Litt., the Olu of Ilaro & Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, and Chairman of the Ogun State Council of Obas, joined other royal fathers, friends, and family to celebrate the 50th birthday of the …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – News Central TV on Thursday, October 17, 2024, hosted a delegation from UNICEF to explore a potential partnership aimed at amplifying global issues through engaging storytelling across Africa. The meeting, held at News Central’s headquarters in Lagos, was part of a broader initiative by both organizations to …

…Oba Salako Reflected On Abundant Goodness In His Life, Extended His Thanks To Those Who Have Consistently Supported Him Throughout His Journey BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IBOORO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The ancient town of Ibooro, located in Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State, came alive with celebration on …

BY ABU-SATAR IDOWU HAMED In his ongoing commitment to celebrating his unique heritage, His Royal Majesty, Alayeluwa Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle, MFR, the Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, honored the 2024 Igboora World Twins Festival with his presence. Oba Olugbenle attended the vibrant event, held at …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED The Chairman and Chief Executive of Wadoye Express Ltd., Alhaji (Chief) Waidi Haruna, and his wife, Alhaja (Chief) Mrs. Memunat Haruna, have expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Alhaji Lateef Adebayo Salami, the former Chairman of Yewa South Local Government in Ogun State. They described the …

…Says, Press Freedom Under Threat The DELE ATUNBI 2024 NUJ Presidential Aspirant Consultation Team has issued a strong condemnation of the arrest and ongoing detention of Comrade Seun Odunlami, a journalist based in Ogun State. The team emphasized that the 1999 Nigerian Constitution (as amended) clearly defines the allowable duration …

ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Tragedy struck in Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State, on the evening of Saturday, October 12, 2024, with the news of the death of Alhaji (Hon.) Lateef Adebayo Salami, affectionately known as LAS, who served as the immediate past chairman of the Yewa South local government. Reports indicated that …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IBEJU-LEKKI, LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Prime Minister of Grenada, Dickon Mitchell, has emphasized the importance of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals as a pivotal investment for industrialization and manufacturing in developing countries. He believes that such investments are crucial for fostering industrial growth. During his visit …

…As Gov. Abiodun Praises Tinubu For Prompt Intervention ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Motorists plying the busy Lagos-Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode road would soon heave a sigh of relief as palliative work will begin on the failed portions of the road on Monday, October 14, 2024. The palliative work on the road is …

…Royalty and High-Profile Dignitaries Gather at Ebute-Igbooro BY ABU-SATAR HAMED EBUTE-IGBOORO, YEWA NORTH LG, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Alhaji (Chief) Ibrahim Dende Egungbohun, popularly known as IBD, expressed heartfelt gratitude and consolation during the “Celebration of Life” event held for his late uncle, Alhaji (Otunba) Wahab Ayinla Egungbohun, fondly called …