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Retired Ivorian football legend, Didier Drogba, was recently honoured with a traditional chieftaincy title in a village in his home country, Ivory Coast Drogba appeared in his native attire as he took part in the coronation ceremony, receiving widespread admiration from locals and dignitaries present at the event. The prestigious …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, Oba (Dr.) Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle, has urged all sons and daughters of Yewaland to learn and internalize the Yewa Anthem, describing it as an essential tool for fostering unity and pride across the …

…Says, Islam is a Religion of Peace and Progress BY ABU-SATAR HAMED & PETER OLANIYAN ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Chief Imam of Ansar-Ud-Deen Society, Ilaro-Yewa Branch, Imam (Sheik) Badmus Adegbite, has called on Muslim faithful to involve their children in all Islamic gatherings in order to deepen their …

LAGOS, NIGERIA – APRIL 29,  2025 – The stage is set for Africa’s most anticipated celebration of food, drink, and culture as Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) announces the 8th edition of the GTCO Food and Drink Festival, scheduled to hold from Friday, May 2nd to Sunday, May 4th, 2025, …

Opinion: BY DAMILOLA ADENIRAN Since the creation of Ekiti State on October 1, 1996, various administrations have been focused on achieving rapid socio-economic development. The quest for development was undoubtedly a fundamental factor driving the calls for the state’s creation. This is understandable, given the historical context: the old Ondo …

Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE The world has paid its respects to Pope Francis. The ‘exequies’, or papal funeral rites, were a fitting tribute to a life of service. The Pope continued the humility of his earthly journey by insisting he not be buried in the pomp and grandiosity of Saint …

FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – Commissioners of Information from states governed by the All Progressives Congress (APC) have praised the bold and strategic reforms initiated by President Bola Tinubu’s administration. They emphasized that these reforms are already producing positive results and are establishing the critical foundations necessary for national development. The …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has said that his administration has intensified efforts to provide basic infrastructure and create a conducive business environment, noting that more industries have flocked to the state in six years than in previous administrations. The state, Abiodun noted, is …

For the records: Mohammed Dikko Abubakar, CFR, NPM, mni (Rtd), was not just a Nigerian policeman – he was a symbol of integrity and leadership in service.  A former Inspector General of Police, MD as he’s fondly called was appointed in 2012 to succeed IGP Hafiz Ringim and served with …

IPERU-REMO, IKENNE LG, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – In a bid to ensure a secured and peaceful co-existence in the Community, the Ogun State Government has embarked on adequate training for community leaders towards promoting leadership quality and coordinating societal well-being across the State. Commissioner for Community Development and Cooperatives, Hon. …