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Femi Otedola Acquires Significant Stake In FBN Holdings

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Otunba Femi Otedola has further strengthened his position in FBN Holdings by purchasing an additional 546.7 million units of shares, valued at N12.01 billion. According to reports from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) on Thursday, June 20, 2024, Otedola acquired these shares through Calvados Global Services Limited, …

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Oba Olugbenle Charges Honourary Chiefs To Drive Development In Ilaro-Yewa, Encourages Civic Engagement (+photos)

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – His Royal Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Adeboye Olugbenle MFR, Asade Agunloye IV, the Olu of Ilaro & Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, has called upon members of the Olu Ilaro Honourary Chiefs to continue their efforts towards advancing Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State, and …

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Gov Abiodun Welcomes Ogun Pilgrims Back From Hajj, Describes Them Worthy Ambassadors

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commended pilgrims from the State, who successfully completed this year’s Hajj for making the Gateway state proud, describing them as worthy ambassadors. The first batch of the State’s 934 pilgrims to this year’s annual pilgrimage to Saudi …

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Abiodun Calls For Regional Cohesion, Emerges Chairman, Southern Governors’ Forum (+photos)

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State on Monday, June 24, 2024 emerged as the Chairman of Southern Governors’ Forum by consensus among the sixteen Governors present at the meeting held in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. It would be recalled that the …

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Ogun Govt. Vows To Maintain Hygienic Meat Handling Practices

IJEBU-IGBO, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Government has vowed to ensure hygienic meat handling practices in all abattoirs across the state, promising to enforce strict regulations to safeguard public health, towards boosting confidence in the meat industry and ensuring a safe and healthy food supply chain. Commissioner for …

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Ace Roots Celebrates Ijebu Culture At Iconic Ojude Oba Festival

IJEBU ODE, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ace Roots, a low sugar drink that perfectly combines a blend of true African herbs, spices and fruits with a great kick of alcohol, proudly participated in the recently concluded Ojude Oba Festival in Ijebu Ode, celebrating the rich traditions and vibrant culture of …

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Youth-Legislators Dialogue Redefines Governance: Yewa Youth Association Leads The Way (+photos)

BY ‘DEOLA ADEYEMI  ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Yewa Youth Association achieved a significant milestone on Saturday, June 22, 2024, by hosting a pioneering Youth-Legislators dialogue titled “365-Day Stewardship and Youth Dialogue: A Conversation with Yewa’s 10th National and State Legislators.” Held at the ASUP Hall, Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro-Yewa, …

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Christ Embassy HQ Fire: Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Vows To Build Better, More Glorious Headquarters

LAGOS, NIGERIA – Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, President and founder of LoveWorld Incorporated, popularly known as Christ Embassy, addressed the recent fire incident at the church’s headquarters, stating it was not accidental but an opportunity for greater things. Speaking during a live Sunday service at the church’s campground in Asese, he …

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Atiku, El-Rufai Visits Fuel Speculation Of Strategic Alliances Ahead Of 2027 Elections

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai recently visited immediate past President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, Katsina State, fueling speculations about potential political maneuvers ahead of the 2027 general elections. This visit follows a recent meeting between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Buhari, which occurred shortly after Atiku’s discussions with …

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Governor Calls For NAHCON’s Scrapping Over Alleged Mismanagement Of N90bn Hajj Subsidy

Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State has demanded the scrapping of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), citing mismanagement of the 2024 hajj operations. In a widely circulated video, Governor Bago expressed disappointment with the services provided by the commission, particularly highlighting inadequate accommodations for ‘Tent A’ pilgrims …

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