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BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Idegu Ojonugwa Shadrach is a distinguished figure in Nigeria, known for his multifaceted roles as an author, activist, and journalist. With a fervent dedication to societal progress and advocacy for positive change, Shadrach has made significant contributions in various domains. As an author, Shadrach has penned insightful …

By Simon A. FAKEYE In his purported investigative report, Fisayo Soyombo aimed his arrows at Chief Ibrahim Dende Egungbohun, known as IBD, alleging his involvement in smuggling proceeds to build IBD International Hotels, Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State. However, across his extensive 4,519-word narrative, Soyombo provides no concrete evidence to support his …

…Community Urges Minister Tunji-Ojo To Take Action BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, Ogun State – The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) is a vital Nigerian institution responsible for overseeing the nation’s identity management systems. Established under Act 23 of 2007, its mandate encompasses the creation, ownership, operation, maintenance, and management of …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED OWO, ONDO STATE – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, led a chorus of praises for the late former Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu (SAN), commending his courageous service to humanity during the funeral service held at the Saint Andrews …

BY OLOYE ‘LEKAN ALABI Monday, February 19,2024, it will be exactly 35 years that my article of the above title was published in the Sunday Tribune newspaper.    The appreciation piece, as it were, was spurred by the unprecedented, at state or Federal levels, send-forth party held by the Military …

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LAGOS – Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has described the Governor of the Year award received by the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, as well deserved recognition for a leader who has done so well for his state. The SGF also called on …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABUJA – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigeria’s Governors to responsibly allocate the increased funds allocated to their states, emphasizing the importance of investing in infrastructure and development rather than exploiting their citizens. Accompanied by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Tinubu convened a meeting with all 36 …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Renowned seer and leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, hosted the second edition of his palliative market in Lagos on February 14, 2024, as part of his Annual 21-day Thanksgiving programme, which commenced on January 29, 2024. The palliative market aimed to alleviate economic …

ISIOKPO, RIVERS STATE – Isiokpo community in Ikwerre Local Government of Rivers State has announced its intention to utilize traditional methods to investigate the circumstances surrounding the tragic demise of Herbert Wigwe, his wife, and son. During a solemn procession to kickstart an eight-day mourning period, King Blessing Wagor asserted …