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Celebrating Prophet Israel Oladele Ogundipe, “Genesis,” As He Marks Birthday In Grand Style

BY OLUWASEUN FABIYI Undoubtedly, Prophet Israel Oladele Ogundipe, fondly known as Genesis, is a divine gift to mankind, remaining a charismatic preacher devoted to spreading the true gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ to the entire world. If it were possible, the never-ending heavenly choir should sing praises this season …

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Dignitaries Bid Herbert Wigwe, Wife, Son Farewell Amid Tears As Trio Laid To Rest At Isiokpo (+photos)

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Tears welled up in many faces on Saturday, March 9, 2024, during the Funeral Service for Late Herbert, Chizobam, and Chizi Wigwe in Isiokpo, Rivers State. The departed couple’s surviving children, putting on a courageous face, were also in attendance to bid their loved ones adieu. Herbert …

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Actors Guild Of Nigeria (AGN) Mourns Death Of Mr. Ibu

LAGOS, NIGERIA – The National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Emeka Rollas, expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Nollywood icon, John Okafor, popularly known as Mr. Ibu. Rollas took to his Instagram page to share the heartbreaking news on Saturday, March 2, 2024,, stating, “Today …

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Vice President Kashim Shettima Describes Herbert Wigwe As “Flower That Bloomed Before Spring” (+photos)

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Vice President Kashim Shettima led the nation in mourning the untimely passing of former Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc, Chief Herbert Wigwe, and his family in a tragic helicopter crash in the United States of America. In a poignant tribute, Senator Shettima hailed the …

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Wigwe’s Daughter’s Heartfelt Tribute; Says, ‘You’ve Left Me With Enormous Shoes To Fill’

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Daughter of the late Herbert Wigwe, former Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of Access Holdings Plc, Tochi Wigwe, has expressed the profound impact of her father’s passing, acknowledging the significant legacy he leaves behind. In a poignant tribute shared on Wednesday, March 6, 2024, Tochi reflected on …

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Abiodun Congratulates New Immigration Comptroller Nandap

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE , NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has described the appointment of Mrs. Kemi Nandap as the new Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), as well deserved. Abiodun, in a congratulatory message to Nandap, described the new NIS boss as a thorough professional …

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Silverbird’s 2023 Man Of The Year Award Is Call To Greater Service-Abiodun (+photos)

LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Sunday, March 3, 2024, said the 2023 Man of the Year Award by the Silverbird Group is a testimony to the efforts of his administration to reposition the State for more economic prosperity. Receiving the Award held at the …

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Wigwe’s Preparations For Death Revealed: Built Luxurious Tomb For His Burial

Recent revelations have shed light on the meticulous preparations made by the late Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings Plc, Herbert Wigwe, for his death. It has been disclosed that he constructed a mausoleum for himself prior to his tragic death. Wigwe, along with his wife, Chizoba, and son, …

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Abiodun To Receive Silverbird “Man of the Year” Award, March 3

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, will on Sunday, 3 March, receive the 2023 Silverbird ‘Man of the Year’ award. Prince Abiodun emerged the 2023 Silverbird Man of the Year award, beating four other nominees after a rigorous voting process. A statement signed by Jacob Akinyemi-Johnson, Chief Creative Officer/Chairman Editorial …

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Tony Elumelu In Global Academic Limelight As Foundation Case Study Becomes Part Of Harvard’s Curriculum

LAGOS, NIGERIA – In an unprecedented move, the Harvard Business School, the graduate business school of Harvard University, is set to cast the spotlight on the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), recognising the Foundation’s extraordinary philanthropic achievement in a ground-breaking case study. The case study, first of its kind on any …

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