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BY ABU-SATAR HAMED Former Oyo State Governor, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, has been nominated by the Olubadan-in-Council as the next Olubadan of Ibadanland, following the passing of the 43rd Olubadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, on July 7, 2025. The council has formally submitted Ladoja’s name to Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State …

As part of its growing commitment to environmental sustainability, Hydrogen Payment Services has launched a bold e-waste initiative focused not just on responsible disposal, but on environmental renewal – turning discarded devices into trees. With Nigeria generating over 500 tons of electronic waste annually – making it the largest e-waste …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED In an exclusive interview with StarTrend Int’l Magazine and Online Platform, Elder (Chief) Felix Bamidele Ajibode, the President of Odua Cooperative Conglomerate Limited and the Jagunmolu of Iran, in Ogbomoso area of Oyo State, shared deep insights into the establishment of his new pride – an ultra-modern …

… Odua Cooperative Conglomerate Earns Praise For South West Initiatives BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Commissioner for Community Development and Cooperatives, Alhaji Ademola Balogun, has reiterated the state government’s unwavering support for the cooperative movement. Representing Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun at the commissioning of …

A Nigerian couple has sparked widespread attention online after including a bold and unconventional clause in their wedding invitation. The invitation, which has since gone viral on social media, clearly stated that there would be a church ceremony in the morning – but no reception to follow. In fact, the …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED  ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Recreation Club Ilaro (RCI) is set to hold a Zoom programme in honour of its late Elder Council Chairman, Chief (Engr.) Adewale Idowu Adejumo, the Ajiroba of Ilaro-Yewa. The event will take place on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. in …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun said it is time for the state to strengthen economic collaboration with Oyo State in the area of food production and ensure adequate security in both states. Governor Abiodun had a meeting with his Oyo State counterpart, Engr. Seyi …

… Mission Led By Nigerian Space Scientist, Dr. Temidayo  Oniosun BY ABU-SATAR HAMED In a groundbreaking milestone for Nigeria and West Africa, Egusi melon seeds sourced from Oyo State are poised to travel to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission is part of a multinational agricultural science project that …

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Senate Committee on Public Accounts has threatened to issue a warrant of arrest against Bayo Ojulari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), for repeatedly failing to honour its invitations. This follows his fourth consecutive absence from scheduled …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, Oba Dr. Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle, MFR, has described Engr. (Chief) Idowu Adewale Adejumo, the late Bobajiro of Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State, as one of the foundational pillars of the Ilaro-Yewa community. Speaking on behalf …