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AKURE, ONDO STATE, NIGERIA – The pan-Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, has appointed Oba Olu Falae, traditional ruler of Ilu-Abo in Akure North, Ondo State and former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), as the new Chairman of its National Executive Committee. Oba Falae’s appointment was announced during Afenifere’s …

OTA, ADO-ODO/OTA LG, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Aare Atunluse of Awori Kingdom and the Chairman of Mapcotec Nigeria Limited, Aare (Surveyor) Dr. Segun Osifeso has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving a N758 billion pension bond for settling long – standing pension liabilities Aare Osifeso, who made these remarks …

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to Prince Dapo Abiodun, Governor of Ogun State and Chairman of the Southern Governors’ Forum, on his 65th birthday and the 6th anniversary of his administration on May 29, 2025. According to a tribute e-signed and mde available …

… Media Icon Remembered and Eulogized BY PETER OLANIYAN IBADAN, OYO STATE, NIGERIA – A delegation comprising Elhadj (Otunba) Abu-Satar Idowu Hamed, the Otun Baarorin of Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State; Chief (Engr.) Segun Azeez, the Fiwajoye of Oluyole Ibadanland and Chief (Engr.) Kunle Badmus, the Mayegun of Oluyole Ibadanland, paid a …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Dr. Temidayo Oniosun, founder, builder, visionary Africa’s tech future stands at the forefront of Africa’s growing presence in the global space and technology ecosystem. A space scientist, serial entrepreneur, and investor, he is widely regarded as one of the continent’s most influential voices in frontier innovation. Dr. …

MAGBORO, OGUN STATE – Asphalt paving has officially commenced on the 8.17km Magboro Underpass-Magboro-Makogi Road, marking a major milestone in the ongoing reconstruction project aimed at transforming one of the area’s most vital corridors. The reconstruction, a strategic intervention by the Ogun State government, is designed to improve mobility and …

  ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, has commended Oba Oladele Odugbemi, the newly installed Onilisa of Lisaland, for initiating developmental projects in the Lisa community. Oba Gbadebo urged the monarch to intensify efforts on people-oriented initiatives that would uplift …

…Says, ADF Spends Over N50bn Yearly On ‘Giving Back To Africa’ BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Aliko Dangote, Chairman of the Aliko Dangote Foundation and President/Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, has earned a place in the inaugural 2025 TIME100 Philanthropy list. This prestigious recognition highlights the 100 most influential global leaders …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED AYETORO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Chairman of Yewa North Local Government, Dr. Olusola Akinbode, has expressed gratitude to Dangote Cement Company for its commitment to fulfilling Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and contributing to grassroots development. This follows the company’s support in efforts to restore electricity to …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – His Royal Majesty, Alayeluwa Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle, the Olu of Ilaro, Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, and Chairman of the Ogun State Council of Obas, has extended heartfelt congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on his investiture as the Grand Patron …