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Oshoffa, Muslim Clerics Offer Prayer For Olori Ladoja As Ex-Oyo Gov’s Wife Begins Journey Home, Dec. 14 

IBADAN, OYO STATE, NIGERIA – Muslim clerics, family and friends will gather in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Monday, December 16, 2024, to pay their final respects to Olori Tinuade Mathilda Ladoja (née Ayamolowo), the late wife of former Oyo State Governor, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. The matriarch passed away on …

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Osun 2026: Crossroads and consequences (2)

Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE For those who care to know, the July 16, 2022 event marked a political Armageddon for some individuals in Osun APC. On that fateful day, their political obituaries were written; and for some, there’s no resurrection in sight. However, to honour their political memories, the party …

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Dangote Refinery: A Marvel of Modern Technology – Japanese Delegation Praises Dangote Refinery

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals complex has been described as a groundbreaking achievement, underscoring Nigeria’s significant strides in technological innovation and industrial capacity on the global stage. A delegation from the Japanese Business Community in Nigeria, led by Japan’s Ambassador-designate, Suzuki Hideo hailed the …

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Access Bank Signs Agreement To Acquire 100% Equity Stake In South Africa-Based Bidvest Bank 

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Access Holdings Plc (“Access Holdings”) on Thursday, December 12, 2024 announced that its banking subsidiary, Access Bank Plc (“the Bank”), has entered into a binding agreement with South Africa-based Bidvest Group Limited for the acquisition of a 100% equity stake in Bidvest Bank Limited (“Bidvest Bank”). This …

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Dangote Cement Empowers Communities With Scholarships, Empowers Women Through Business Support

…Holds Third Edition Of Ibese Plant Community Day Celebration BY ABU-SATAR HAMED & PETER OLANIYAN IBESE-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Dangote Cement Plc, Ibese Plant, on Tuesday, December 11, 2024, reaffirmed its commitment to community development by awarding scholarships to 120 outstanding and indigent students. This initiative aimed to promote …

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Ogun Seeks Strategic Partnership With Power Africa For Energy Revolution

RABAT, MOROCCO – The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has emphasized the need for a strategic partnership with Power Africa to achieve his administration’s vision of providing 24/7 affordable and reliable electricity across the state. This collaboration is seen as a vital step toward transforming energy access for residents …

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Yewa Youth Unity Cup Kicks Off: Fostering Unity, Talent Discovery

ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Yewa People Development Council (YPDC) has approved the launch of the Yewa Youth Unity Cup, a football tournament aimed at promoting unity, uncovering hidden talents, and encouraging healthy competition among youths across Yewaland. This decision was made during the Council’s 55th Governing Council meeting, …

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Glamour As Chief (Mrs.) Omolara Adenike Akintade Becomes 3rd Governor Of APTWECON Ogun Chapter (+photos)

…As Senator Adeola Yayi Donates 18-Seater Bus to Support Association’s Growth BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Chapter of the Traditional Wedding Initiatives (TRAWIN) has inaugurated Chief (Mrs.) Omolara Adenike Akintade (JP), the Iya Eto of Ilaro-Yewa, as its third Governor on Tuesday, December 10, …

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Traditional Wedding Initiatives (Alaga Eto Igbeyawo) Expresses Gratitude To Senator Adeola Yayi For 18-Seater Bus Donation

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Chapter of the Traditional Wedding Initiatives (Alaga Eto Igbeyawo) (TRAWIN) has expressed their profound gratitude to Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi), representing Ogun West in the National Assembly, for his generosity and support. In a statement released by Chief (Mrs.) …

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Gateway International Airport (GIA):  NCAA, NIMET, NAMA Commend Ogun Government

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The successful assessment of the Gateway International Airport (GIA) by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NIMET) and Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) stands as a testament to the visionary leadership of the Prince Dapo Abiodun-led administration. This economically strategic project has …

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