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… Worshippers Advised to Arrive Early BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Chief Imam of Ilaro Central Mosque, Imama (Sheikh) Tajudeen Mustapha-Adewunmi, has officially announced that the Eid-Adha prayer will be held at 9:00 a.m. sharp. The prayer will take place on Friday, June 6, 2025, at …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle, MFR, alongside the Deputy Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Lateefat Bolanle Ajayi, and the Chairman of Yewa South Local Government, Barr. Abraham Ogunsola, …

Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE There are question marks about the proliferation of ‘development commissions. However, we go along with the present enthusiasm, whatever the agenda perceived in cynical quarters, for their creation. Over the years, various development commissions have been established to address specific regional challenges. To understand the reservations, …

…“Hope Is Realisable”, President Assures BY ABIU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again appealed to Nigerians for patience as his administration works to deliver on its promises and ease the nation’s economic challenges. Speaking on Saturday, May 31, 2025, during the commissioning of Phase 1, …

For the record: BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has received widespread commendation for his steadfast dedication to the progress of the state throughout his six-year tenure. Members of the Ogun State Executive Council gathered to mark both the sixth anniversary of …

…Notable Snub Raises Eyebrows Amid Political Ties LAGOS, NIGERIA – At the official inauguration of the first completed segment of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway on Saturday, May 31, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appeared to sideline Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The event marked the unveiling of a 30-kilometre stretch …

For the record: … Delegation Led By Ogun Deputy Governor BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic accident that claimed the lives of 20 members of the Kano State contingent who were returning from the 22nd …

…Building On Executive Order For Pharmaceutical Tariff Waivers BY ABU-SATAR HAMED FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – In a bold move aimed at transforming Nigeria’s healthcare sector, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has launched MediPool, a landmark initiative designed to drastically reduce the cost of essential medicines and provide relief for millions of …

… Promoting Tolerance Through Language BY ABU-SATAR HAMED RIYAD, SAUDI ARABIA – In a significant step towards global inclusivity and religious accessibility, the Saudi Arabian authorities have announced that the 2025 Arafah sermon will be broadcast in 34 languages, including Hausa, Yoruba, and Fulani. According to an official statement, the …

… CallS For National Unity, Prayers BY ABU-SATAR HAMED FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Federal Government has officially declared Friday, June 6, and Monday, June 9, 2025, as public holidays in celebration of this year’s Eid-ul-Adha festival. The declaration was made by the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in …