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BY ABU-SATAR HAMED  ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Renowned philanthropist, entrepreneur, and community stalwart, Alhaji (Chief) Ibrahim Dende Egungbohun, fondly known as IBD Dende, has extended heartfelt congratulations to two eminent sons of Ogun State – Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi) and Dr. Iziak Adekunle Salako, Minister of State for …

BYABIODUN KOMOLAFE An interesting recent news item in the recent past was the massive crowd that greeted Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji (BAO) of Ekiti State’s declaration to run for a second term. A key element of the event was the governor’s endorsement across the dividing lines by members of other …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle, FNIVS, FNIM, RSV, DSc, DLitt, FFPI (Asade Agunloye IV), Olu Ilaro, Paramount Ruler of Yewaland and Chairman, Ogun State Council of Obas, has sent heartfelt royal birthday wishes to Distinguished Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi) on the …

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – Isaac Fayose, younger brother to the former Ekiti State governor Ayo Fayose, has opened up on the devastating outcome of his ₦105 million investments in an amala restaurant in Abuja, revealing how employee theft and sabotage led to the collapse of the business within just five …

Opinion: BY LEKE OLATUNDE Regarding politics, service, and governance, virtually all corners of Osun State are already filled with activities forming a prelude to the 2026 gubernatorial election. In such situations, support is typically drummed up for preferred aspirants in various quarters. Similarly, those whose political style allows it will …

Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE That I hesitated to write this piece is intentional. That I’ve decided to write it now is also deliberate. I’ll explain both reasons when the time is right. I have met Bola Ahmed Tinubu, now President of Nigeria, a few times, but one meeting that stands …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has debunked recent rumours suggesting a halt in operations, assuring the public and market stakeholders that activities remain fully operational and stable. In an official statement, Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer Anthony Chiejina described the reports as false, stressing …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The President of the Tailoring Association of Nigeria (TAN) and Chairman/CEO of Wessy Creations Group, Otunba Wasiu Jaiyeola Taiwo, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Distinguished Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi) on the occasion of his 56th birthday anniversary, on Sunday, August 10, …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – The Bobagunwa of Ilaro-Yewa, Alhaji (Chief) Waidi Haruna, and his elegant wife, Alhaja (Chief) Mrs. Memunat Haruna, the Yeye Bobagunwa of Ilaro-Yewa, have extended their heartfelt congratulations to Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, fondly known as Yayi, on the occasion of his 56th birthday, celebrated …

Tribute: BY ABU-SATAR HAMED True leadership transcends titles and positions; it is measured by the lives touched and the transformations brought about. On the occasion of his 56th birthday, celebrated on Saturday, August 10, 2024, this tribute honours Distinguished Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, Aremo of Yewaland, popularly known as Yayi. …