A governorship Aspirant under All Progressives Congress APC in Ekiti State, Engr. Kayode Ojo greets the teachers on World Teachers Day, describing them as great impetus and steam for the development of any society. “Teachers’ roles at modelling both children and youths towards nation building cannot be under estimated, hence the need to always prioritise their welfares,” he said. Engr. Kayode Ojo made the assertion in a statement issued and made available to newsmen in Ado Ekiti on this year’s Teachers Day celebration. The APC governorship hopeful described Ekiti Teachers as partners in progress if properly renumerated, especially with prompt…
Author: Soffiyyah Olamide
On this World Teachers’ Day 2025, with the theme “Focusing on the Global Teacher Shortage”, calls for the need to draw more attention to one of Society’s noble professions. The shortage of teachers is a challenge we must confront with urgency, by empowering educators, investing in their growth, and inspiring more to join this noble profession. Teachers are true heroes, shaping minds, nurturing dreams, and guiding generations. As a lifelong teacher myself, I salute you all on this Special Day. Happy World Teachers Day 2025. Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
By Tunde Rahman A major human foible is the tendency to pursue symbolism at the expense of substance. It is not a particularly Nigerian flaw. But the desperation that has characterised our politics, especially amongst the opposition, often makes it seem so. An example is the criticism of President Bola Tinubu’s inability to personally attend the recently-concluded 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 80). Meetings are memorable, not just for the faces present, but also for the things said. Those who take unnecessary umbrage should look for something else to do with their time. The point should…
Senior Manager, External Relations at MTN Nigeria, Funso Aina, has been honoured with the prestigious Outstanding Public Relations and Corporate Communications Personality of the Decade award at the 2025 EDGE Awards, cementing his legacy as one of Nigeria’s most influential voices in communications. The award, which celebrates over two decades of impact, recognised Aina’s role in shaping narratives, building reputations, and elevating the practice of public relations across journalism, cultural diplomacy, and corporate communications. With close to 30 years of professional experience, Aina’s career has spanned top editorial roles in Nigeria’s leading newspapers—including Punch, The Nation, and The News magazine—where…
Wavinya Ndeti Oduwole (born 8 November 1967) is a Kenyan politician, currently the Governor of Machakos County in Kenya. She got married to a Nigerian, Prince Henry Oduwole in 1993. Though Oduwole has departed the world, Wavinya refused to remarry. She was previously a Member of Parliament for the Kathiani Constituency (2007–2013) and also served as Assistant Minister for Youth and Sports during that period. She has academic credentials in computer science and related fields from UK institutions (including London South Bank University) and has held roles in IT and business before full-time politics. Her political career includes multiple attempts…
By Segun Adewale, Bauchi The All Progressives Congress (APC) Youth Parliament in the North-East has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to sustain his strong working partnership with Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima throughout the lifespan of the present administration. Speaking during activities to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, the Parliament stressed that keeping Shettima as Tinubu’s running mate beyond 2027 would be vital in strengthening party unity and securing APC electoral victory up to the 2037 presidential polls. Chairman of the Parliament, Kabir Garba Kobi on Thursday on Bauchi while speaking with journalists cautioned that speculations about dropping the Vice…
In a tragic incident that has plunged residents of Yewa South Local Government Area of Ogun State into mourning, when a cement truck crushed five people to death at the Alapoka axis of the Papalanto–Ilaro Road. The incident was confirmed by the spokesperson for the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE), Babatunde Akinbiyi, who stated that the accident occurred at about 8:30 p.m. on Friday, 3 October, 2025. According to Akinbiyi, the crash happened when the truck “lost its brakes and rammed into a tricycle conveying the five victims.” He identified the vehicles involved as “an unregistered tricycle…
The 1988-1999 Alumni Set of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) has taken a major step toward improving students’ welfare and reducing electricity costs by donating solar-powered streetlights to the campus. The project, with the installation of 16 solar panels and AKT bulbs, is expected to expand gradually until the entire campus is covered. Speaking at the launch, the Chairman of the 1988-1999 SET, Mr. Shola Ilesanmi, explained that the initiative was inspired by the poor state of power supply in the institution, which often leaves students in darkness while preparing for examinations. “One of us came to the campus one…
The Chairman, Governing Council, Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Prof. Funso Isolaowa, has urged stakeholders in Nigeria’s tourism sector to embrace innovative models and scholarly research that will drive sustainable transformation in the industry. He made this call in his address at the 2025 World Tourism Day celebration held at the Tourism Village, YABATECH Epe Campus, with the global theme “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation.” Expressing delight at the turnout of tourism professionals, academics, and cultural promoters, Prof. Isolaowa commended the Department of Tourism Management Technology for hosting the annual event. According to him, sustainable tourism provides green opportunities for emerging…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Saturday, 4 October, 2025, declared that he has a mission to unite Nigerians and assured Christian Communities in Northern Nigeria of his administration’s commitment to ensuring fairness among all religions in the country. President Tinubu gave the assurance during his meeting with some Christian leaders at the Headquarters of COCIN Church in Jos, Plateau State. “I have a mission to unite this country, ensure its prosperity, and we are making progress,” the President said. The President, while paying tribute to the mother of the APC National Chairman, Nana Lydia Yilwatda, who died at the age…