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popOWERRI, IMO STATE, NIGERIA – The Akeredolu family has taken a decision to reintegrate Mrs. Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, widow of the late former governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, into their fold. Following the passing of Rotimi Akeredolu in December 2023 after a battle with cancer, his widow, Betty, has now …

IBADAN, OYO STATE, NIGERIA – IBILE G-7, a cultural and non-political group in Ibadan, has issued a cautionary message to traditional chiefs in the region. They’ve urged them to refrain from allowing political influences to tarnish the revered Olubadan stool, which is known for its esteemed and steadfast kingship ascension …

IJEBU-ODE, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – March 31, 2024 – As Nigeria eagerly anticipates the 64th Coronation Anniversary and 90th Birthday Celebration of His Majesty, Preparations are in full swing to honour Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, CFR, the Awujale of Ijebuland, for the remarkable journey of the world’s longest-serving paramount monarch. …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Chief Executive Officer of Air Peace, Dr. Allen Onyema, revealed a concerning incident involving staff from the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) upon the airline’s return from its inaugural flight to London. Onyema recounted how FAAN officials attempted to direct Air Peace’s aircraft to an …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development in conjunction with Nigeria for Women Project (NFWP), State Project Coordinating Unit  have joined member nations to commemorate the 2024 International Women’s Day. The yearly event which was aimed to appreciate past and present roles …

For the record: Nigerian journalist Segun Olatunji, Editor of FirstNews, shared his harrowing experience following his release from military detention on March 28, 2024, after spending 14 days of captivity. Olatunji recounted how he was forcefully taken from his home in Lagos on March 15, 2024, by armed military personnel …

For the record: LAGOS, NIGERIA – Following an incident of discrimination against Mr. Adebola Daniel, son of former Ogun State Governor, Senator Gbenga Daniel, at a Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) outlet within the Lagos airport, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has taken decisive action. Adebola, who has a …

For the record: ABUJA, FCT, NIGERIA – President Bola Tinubu has announced on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 that scholarships will be granted to the children of the 17 soldiers who lost their lives in the Okuama community tragedy in Delta State. Also, the government will provide housing for the families …

A Nigerian man, despite renewing his international passport five times, remains unable to travel abroad, prompting tears of frustration as he displays his collection of passports. In a poignant video titled “I’m tired; I renewed my international passport for the fifth time and still haven’t left Nigeria,” the individual showcases …

ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ansar-Ud-Deen Ladies Association of Nigeria (ADLAN), Ilaro-Yewa Branch, on Saturday, March 23, 2024, led by its President, Alhaja Fausat Folashade Allinson, paid their annual Asalat (Ramadan Prayer) visit to the families of Elhadj (Otunba) Abu-Satar Idowu Hamed, the Otun Baaroyin of Ilaro-Yewa, and his …