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 – …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »2024 Wale Olomu Memorial Awards: Industry Veterans and Experts Converge For Roundtable Discussion
LAGOS, NIGERIA – As part of the 2nd Wale Olomu Memorial Awards (WOMA), a pivotal Roundtable Discussion is scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 7:30 a.m. (Nigerian Time). Themed: “Building a Broad-Based Safety Nets for Veteran & Indigent Practitioners”, the event will air live on The …
Read More »Ogun State Trains Automotive Artisans On CNG Conversion, Maintenance, Collaborates With World Bank
ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State government has launched an innovative training program aimed at equipping automotive artisans with advanced skills in automotive mechatronics. This initiative addresses the growing need for expertise in compressed natural gas (CNG) conversion and maintenance across the state. The training programme is part …
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