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Gateway International Airport (GIA):  NCAA, NIMET, NAMA Commend Ogun Government

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The successful assessment of the Gateway International Airport (GIA) by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) and Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) stands as a testament to the visionary leadership of the Prince Dapo Abiodun-led administration. This economically strategic project has …

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Gambari At 80: A Modest Proposal

For the record: BY WALE ADEBANWI As we patiently waited with others for the elevator to arrive on the ground floor of the Nigerian Mission to the United Nations in New York this September morning (only one of the elevators was working!), a few people who recognized him seemed to …

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WOMA 2024 Round-Table Discussion:  Experts Jaw-Jaw On Survival Strategies In Nigerian Entertainment 

LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Steering Committee of the Wale Olomu Memorial Awards (WOMA 2024) on December 9, 2024 proudly announced the commencement of its two-part event series, designed to spotlight critical issues in the Nigerian entertainment industry and honour trailblazers. According to WOMA 2024 Steering Committee, the first event – …

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Royal Tussle: Ofokutu, Ajimoko-Haastrup Dynasties Clash Over Owa Obokun Stool

ILESHA, OSUN STATE, NIGERIA – An appeal has gone to the Agba-Ijesa of Ijesaland to ensure that the principles of equity, fairness and tradition come into play in the selection process of the next Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesaland. This is contained in an appeal letter drafted by the Ofokutu …

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Oronna Park Project: Ilaro, Yewaland Celebrate Obasanjo’s Legacy With Gratitude (+photos)

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The people of Ilaro and the broader Yewaland community have expressed profound gratitude to Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, GCFR, former President of Nigeria, for his visionary initiative that promises to leave a lasting legacy for generations yet unborn. Chief Obasanjo, accompanied by his …

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Primate Ajigbotoluwa Inducted As Anti-Corruption Ambassador In Ogun State

…ICPC Official Calls For Collective Action To Eradicate Corruption ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – A call has been made to stakeholders across Nigeria to unite in the fight against corruption, described as an age-old epidemic plaguing society. The plea came from Mr. Idris Kelvin Abu, State Coordinator of the Anti-Corruption …

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FG Not Investigating Air Peace – FCCPC

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) says its invitation to Air Peace is simply for an inquiry to understand its price methodology and respond to consumers complaints.  The Director, Surveillance and Investigation, Mrs. Boladale Adeyinka said neither the airline nor the …

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Abiodun Presents N1.054trn Appropriation Bill To Ogun State House Of Assembly (+photos)

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has presented a total of N1,054,542,020,147.47 to the State House of Assembly as the State’s proposed budget for 2025. Speaking at the Assembly’s Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, Governor Abiodun said the budget, tagged “Budget of Hope and Prosperity,” is made …

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TASUED Graduates 4,454 Students, 85-Year-Old Bags Ph.D. As Abiodun Urges Institution To Strengthen Research Collaborations

… Confer Honorary Doctorate Degrees Upon Four Distinguished Individuals BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IJEBU-ODE, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Tai-Solarin University of Education (TASUED) has marked a significant achievement by graduating 4,454 students during its 16th convocation ceremony. Among the graduates is an 85-year-old octogenarian who earned a Ph.D., underscoring the university’s …

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Association of Alaga Eto Igbeyawo Set To Install Chief (Mrs.) Akintade As 3rd Governor In Ogun State

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Chapter of the Association of Alaga Eto Igbeyawo (APTWECON) is set to inaugurate Chief (Mrs.) Omolara Adenike Akintade (JP), the IYa Eto of Ilaro-Yewa, as its 3rd Governor. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at ONTEC Hall, Madojutimi …

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