Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says the social safety net programme of the Federal Government must be implemented to reflect President Bola Tinubu’s sincerity to protect vulnerable families and households from the impact of current “economic shocks”. The governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Gboyega Akosile, in a statement on Saturday, said Sanwo-Olu made the remarks during...
Says his mandate is “divine” The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun state has congratulated the State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun (CON), on the victorious judgment delivered by the Ogun State Election Petition Tribunal on Saturday. The Tribunal, sitting in Abeokuta, Ogun state capital, and chaired by Justice H. N. Kunaza, and supported by Justice...
The Asiwaju of Orile Imo, High Chief Dr. Olakunle Olalekan has celebrated with Chief Suarau Alani Bankole, the father of the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dimeji Bankole on his conferment as the “Apena” of Egba Land. The Egba high chief who is now the “Apena of Egba land is a businessman...
Thus far, Governor Dapo Abiodun has demonstrated unwavering dedication to serving the people and implementing positive change in Ogun State. Throughout his first term tenure, he has made significant strides in various sectors, ranging from education and healthcare to infrastructure, agriculture, security and youth empowerment. His vision and passion for a prosperous Ogun State are...
Twenty-one pro-democracy organizations have petitioned the Nigerian Senate, accusing a former Governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel of plotting to destabilise the state. The groups said Daniel, who is the Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial District is creating tension in the Gateway State by his incessant attacks on the state government and Governor Dapo...
Popular Nigerian singer and CEO, Marlian Records, Azeez Fashola known as Naira Marley, has revealed his discussion with former signee, late Ilerioluwa Aloba, widely known as Mohbad, before his death. Naira Marley said there was a time Mohbad wanted to commit suicide because of a strange feeling he had. The Marlian boss made this known...
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has approved the immediate termination of the appointments of 21 heads of parastatals, agencies, and government companies of the FCT Administration (FCTA). Wike, in a statement by his Director of Press, Office of the Minister, Anthony Ogunleye, on Wednesday, ordered the affected appointees to hand...
The Nigerian Air Force has bombed camps housing members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its paramilitary wing, Eastern Security Network (ESN). Air Force spokesman Gabriel Gabkwet, in a statement on Wednesday, said several strikes were carried out on Tuesday at separate locations of the two eastern states. He identified the locations...
Yoruba Afenifere Youth Organisation of Nigeria, Ogun State chapter has honored Mr Oseni Rafiu Okanlawon, popularly known as Anobi Elele Mowe as Yoruba Peace Ambassador. The award was presented to him on Wednesday at his residence in Ofada, Ogun State. The association described Mr Oseni as a peace maker who has been fostering peace...
Of a truth, a prophet is not without honour except in his hometown. Against the backdrop of recent military coups in West and Central Africa, Nigeria is enjoying relative peace because the present crop of Nigerian army are thoroughbred professionals who understand the code of ethics and the constitution. This assertion was confirmed when more...