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… A Decade Of Legal Excellence, Championing Justice Against All Odds BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Justice doesn’t always prevail when confronted by power, bias, or bureaucracy. Yet, Barrister Olakunle Abiodun Afolabi has emerged as a powerful advocate for the unheard, consistently standing up for those marginalized by the system. With ten …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has said his government will make Olumo Rock the best tourism destination in the country. He also stated that his administration will now shift its focus to tourism as a deliberate policy to benefit from the potential inherent …

PORT-HARCOURT, RIVERS STATE, NIGERIA – Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has addressed mounting political tensions with his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, during the commissioning of the newly completed Bori Zonal Hospital on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. Fubara used the occasion to emphasize his dedication to governance despite institutional challenges. Governor Fubara …

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – The UK Government has announced significant changes to visa regulations affecting care providers, foreign workers, and students. These measures are aimed at reducing immigration and promoting local recruitment, with particular attention to the care sector. Effective from April 9, 2025, care providers intending to hire staff …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has honored Samuel Badekale and Haroun Adebakin, the best graduating students from the University of Lagos (UNILAG) during the institution’s 55th convocation, by appointing them as Education Ambassadors of Ogun State. In recognition of their remarkable achievements, Governor Abiodun …

KADUNA, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA – Former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, has stated that while he does not regret supporting President Bola Tinubu’s presidential ambition, he feels deeply disappointed by the treatment he has received under the All Progressives Congress (APC) administration. Speaking recently during an interview with BBC …

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Great Quest Reach-Out Foundation will provide vital support to the residents of Mountain of Fire camp, a settlement of displaced persons in Gwarimpa, Abuja. This predominantly impoverished community, facing extreme poverty and challenging living conditions, will receive spiritual guidance, skills training, health talks, and counseling. …

Tribute:  BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Death, the cessation of life, will come either at birth or at old age. But when it comes at a time least expected to a beloved person, the impact of the sudden departure on those who knew him lingers for a while. Candidly, I’m very short …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the family of the late former Military Administrator of the defunct Western Region, Major-General Adeyinka Adebayo, over the passing of the family matriarch, Chief (Mrs.) Modupe Adebayo. The Governor noted that Chief (Mrs.) …

…Acknowledges Ex-VP’s Service To Nigeria FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on his 68th birthday. The message, delivered through his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, commended Osinbajo for his contributions to Nigeria’s progress and development. Tinubu praised Osinbajo’s dedication during his …