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Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE Ijesas are distinctive! They are known for their discerning nature and exceptional brilliance. Their rich history reveals fascinating connections. For the record, they are the masterminds behind Osomaalo, a pioneering business phenomenon in Africa. Ijesaland is credited with originating the iconic ‘Nwa Boy’ style, now a …

Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE The illustrious 42-year reign of Oba (Dr.) Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran, the 40th Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, has come to a close. As we bid farewell to this venerable monarch, may his soul rest in peace, freed from worldly burdens! May God comfort the people of Ijesaland …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to President Donald Trump following his re-election as the 47th President of the United States of America. Tinubu’s message celebrates Trump’s renewed leadership and acknowledges the significance of this victory for the American people. In …

…Says, “It Showcases Ogun’s Economic Resilience, Growth” BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA –  State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has hailed the reports of the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), which listed the state among the best in Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) in the country. Speaking during the public …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IBESE-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Dangote Cement Plc’s, Ibese Plant, on October 24, 2024, organized a one-day capacity development workshop for its local vendors on the theme “Leveraging DCPI’s Processes and Procedures to Build Viable Local Businesses.” The training was attended by twenty five (25) service providers …

… Becomes Largest Operator Of CNG Trucks In Nigeria BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – In alignment with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s initiative to introduce cheaper and cleaner fuel options across Nigeria, Dangote Cement Plc has committed over $280 million to bolster Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) infrastructure and technology. This …

…”The Best of Me Has Gone”, AFRIMA President Mourns His Wife BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – The President of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), Mr. Mike Abayomi Dada, mourned his wife, Modupe Temitope Dada nee Baruwa, with profound sorrow, saying, “The best of me has gone.” During the …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has commiserated with the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Oba Prof Saka Matemilola, over the death of his mother, Alhaja Aliratu Àdùnní Matemilola. Alhaja Matemilola died on Sunday, October 27, at the age of 81, following a brief illness. The …

…Says, “Policies Should Have a Human Face” LISA KINGDOM, IFO LG, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Olu of Lisa Kingdom, Oba Najeemdeen Oladele Odugbemi, has called on the federal government to provide immediate alternatives to ease the economic tension caused by its policies and programmes. He made this appeal on …

…Approves Reconstruction Of Imoro-Imegun-Opopo Road, Igbeba-Eid Praying Ground To Prison Road, Others In Ogun East BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IJEBU-ODE, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has said that no part of Ogun State has been left out of the developmental projects of his administration in …