The Chairman-elect of Alimoso Local Government, Hon. Akinpelu Ibrahim Johnson, has paid a sombre tribute to former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, 13 July, 2025, at the age of 82 in London. A statement by the Chairman-elect’s Media Office described Buhari as a patriot whose love for the country knew no bound. “Adieu President Muhammadu Buhari. It is from Allah that we come, and surely we shall all return to Him – as it is ordained that all souls shall taste death,” Johnson said. The Chairman-elect described the former Head of State and President as a leader…
Author: Soffiyyah Olamide
By Femi Ogbonnikan Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, was a key figure in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s entourage that attended the recent BRIC Summit held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Nigeria’s engagement as a BRICS Partner country, and potential future full membership, is a strategic move aimed at diversifying its foreign relations and economic partnerships. Nigeria officially became a Partner Country in January 2025. President Tinubu’s invitation to the Summit was at the instance of Brazil’s President, Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva, signifies Nigeria’s growing importance on the global stage. Not only that the presence afforded Nigeria a voice…
Former Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko as well as the First Lady of Kebbi State and Founder of Nasara Foundation, Her Excellency, Hajiya Zainab Nasare Nasir Idris; were among the dignitaries who celebrated Rotarian (Prince) Henry Olubowale Akinyele at his installation as the second District Governor of Rotary International District 9111. Other personalities who honoured the new District Governor at the aptly tagged, Royal Installation which took place, Sunday, 13 July, 2025 at the Victoria Garden Event Center, Alausa Ikeja were: the Minister of Interior, Hon. Bunmi Tunji-Ojo; Secretary to the Lagos State Government, (SSG), Barr. Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin;…
The special Federal Executive Council session on Tuesday, 15 July, 2025, in honour of former President Muhammadu Buhari has been postponed in view of the state funeral in his hometown, Daura, on the same day. In addition, the Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, a public holiday in honour of the departed Nigerian leader. The office of the Secretary to the Federal Government will announce a new date after the funeral proceedings. President Tinubu called for the special FEC session to honour his predecessor for his significant contributions to our country. The remains of the former Nigerian leader will…
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has described the passing of the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, as a great loss to Nigeria, particularly the traditional institution. He said the departure of Oba Adetona, who he described as one of the oldest traditional rulers in Nigeria, marked the end of an era in the country, especially in Ijebuland, where he ruled for 65 years. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a condolence message issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, said the late Awujale’s service to the people of…
Today, Monday, 14 July, 2025, it is expected that President Bola Tinubu and past Nigerian leaders will converge in Daura, Katsina State as the remains of former President Muhammadu Buhari are laid to rest, in keeping with Islamic tradition, report thegazellenews.com. Buhari, a former military ruler, died in London hospital on Sunday, 13 July, 2025. On Sunday, 13 July, 2025, President Tinubu directed the Vice-President, Senator Kashim Shettima to accompany Buhari’s remains from London where he died at around 04:30 pm Sunday, 13 July, 2025. Thegazellenews.com learnt that the former President’s remains would arrive the country early Monday, 14 July, 2025…
Segun Adewale in Bauchi Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdukadir Mohammed has on behalf of his family, the government, and the entire people of Bauchi State, mourns the demise of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday in London after a protracted illness. According to a press release issued by Comrade Mukhtar Gidado, Special Adviser Media and Publicity to the Governor, which was made available to journalists Sunday, 13 July, 2025, “The news of the former President’s passing has plunged the nation into mourning, as we come to terms with the loss of a towering figure whose life…
Yaba College of Technology Staff Schools (YCTSS) has launched a modern computer laboratory to train students in digital literacy, emerging technologies and Artificial Intelligence (AI) alongside honouring the rector, Dr. Ibraheem Abdul, with a legacy, lifetime award. The event, which was held at the YCT Staff Primary school’s auditorium, was a three-in-one celebration featuring the renaming of the Yellow House as “Abdul House” in honour of the rector as a legacy award, a farewell ceremony for the former Chairman of the Board of Governors of the two schools, Dr. Omobayo Taofeek Raheem, and the commissioning of a state-of-the-art computer laboratory…
The Management, Staff, and Students of Yaba College of Technology deeply commiserate with His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and the entire family of our former President, Muhammadu Buhari, on his passing today. President Muhammadu Buhari will be remembered for his dedicated service, commitment to national development, and his enduring legacy in Nigeria’s democratic journey. We pray that the Almighty grants his soul eternal rest and gives his family and the nation the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss. May his legacy continue to inspire generations to come. Signed: Dr.…
By Funke Ijayekunle In an era where leadership is often reduced to loud rhetoric and broken promises, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran (Jandor)shines differently. His legacy isn’t crafted in empty declarations—it’s written in lives uplifted, destinies changed, and futures secured. Back in 2018, when Jandor Foundation quietly rolled out full scholarships for students across Nigeria, it wasn’t a PR move—it was a purposeful mission. Among the many chosen was Maryam Lawal, then a hopeful Law student from Lagos State University. Today, that same Maryam has become a national icon. On Thursday, 10 July, 2025, at the Nigerian Law School Call to…