Agege Sports Club, a family-friendly sports club devoted to providing opportunities for people to engage in sports activities and encourage members to live a healthy and active lifestyle, has held its retreat at the serene YBII Farms Resort in Abeokuta. The just event, held every 2 years, featured the induction of 41 new members in a colourful Gala Dinner at the newly built bush bar within the expansive farm resort. The high point of the 2-day event was the inauguration of the newly elected members of the Executive Council to steer the affairs of the club for the next two…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
By Adebayo Adeoye In just two years, Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, has redefined the country’s foreign policy through the 4D Doctrine of Democracy, Development, Diaspora, and Demography. His leadership has repositioned Nigeria globally, anchored on pragmatic diplomacy, strong partnerships, and human-centred engagement. The highly intelligent minister has translated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s 4D Foreign Policy Doctrine vision into bold global action. The result has been a record of impactful achievements across diplomacy, investment, cultural relations, and citizen welfare. Nigeria has reasserted its continental leadership under his stewardship. President Tinubu’s re-election as ECOWAS Chair, the reappointment…
The Muhammad Lukmon Islamic Foundation, under the leadership of Alhaji Muhammad Lukmon Okeowo, is set to hold the 10th edition of its annual Islamic Public Lecture. The event, which marks a decade of continuous enlightenment and spiritual guidance, is scheduled to take place on Sunday, 27 October, 2025, at Ebenezer Primary School, Egbeda, Lagos. This year’s lecture is themed “Benefits of Alms Giving.” The Guest Lecturer for the occasion is Fadilat Sheikh Muhyideen Abd Yaqeen Muh’d Ballo, Leader of Al-Isobadul Quadiriyyah Worldwide and Khalifatul Quadiriyyah, Lagos State. The Royal Father of the Day will be His Royal Majesty, Oba Alayeluwa…
By Segun Adewale, Bauchi Bauchi State chapter of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has celebrated the 40th anniversary of the fellowship in Nigeria, commending the commitment of Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed’s administration for inclusivity in governance . Chairman of the Bauchi state PFN, Pastor Promise Nuhu Yohanna who was speaking at the 40th anniversary of the PFN in Nigeria and 39th in Bauchi State held on Sunday in Bauchi applauded Governor Bala Mohammed for inclusivity in governance saying that the state is a model of unity and peaceful coexistence. According to him, while the National PFN was celebrating 40…
By Yarima Haruna, Birnin Kebbi Progressive Governors Forum has endorsed Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir Idris’s leadership, citing his ability to provide purposeful, impactful political leadership and unite the political class. The Forum’s endorsement of the Governor’s leadership qualities was disclosed by the Chairman of the Forum Senator Hope Uzodima at a stakeholders meeting of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Birnin Kebbi. Senator Hope Uzodima, who is also the Governor of Imo State, praised Governor Idris’s foresight in initiating impactful developmental projects in his determination and commitment to improve the well-being of the people. He noted that Governor Idris’s…
By Yarima Haruna, Birnin Kebbi The Emir of Zuru, Alhaji Muhammad Sanusi Mika’ilu Sami, Sami Gomo III, has made a remarkable gesture by converting a N100 million gift from his business partners, Green Way Agrotech, into a donation to the Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru. According to Saudakin Zuru Abdulllahi Idris Zuru, the gesture showcases his commitment to education and the well-being of his people. The monarch specifically announced that the N100 million should be used for research purposes and payment of scholarship for qualified indigent students whose parents could not afford the monetary requirement for admission. Sanusi Sami Gomo…
The All Progressives Congress (APC), Lagos State Chapter, condemns in the strongest terms the orchestrated tension and politically motivated street agitations being staged in parts of the country, especially across the South East, under the banner of the #FreeNnamdiKanuProtest. While freedom of expression and peaceful assembly are sacrosanct in any democracy, what we are witnessing is far from a legitimate call for justice – it is a dangerous display of reckless politics, carefully scripted by desperate opposition figures who see chaos as their last political weapon. This so-called protest is not about justice; it is about political frustration. It represents…
Nigeria’s political and military circles are on edge following emerging reports of an alleged coup plot targeting the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. There are reports that investigations are underway involving both military officers and prominent politicians from the country’s southern and northern regions. The Defence Headquarters recently disclosed the arrest of 16 military officers for what it termed “unprofessional conduct.” However, multiple sources suggest the detentions may be tied to a broader inquiry into a suspected plan to destabilise the country during its Independence Day celebrations this month. Among those detained are senior officers positioned in key strategic…
Chef Agabus Agboye has won a N5 million star prize in the Lagos State Government culinary food cooking competition tagged ‘Eko Flavours Season 2’. Agboye defeated other participants to become the Eko Flavours Season 2 Champion in a contest organised by the Lagos State Ministry of Agriculture and Food Systems in conjunction with the Culinara Group. Martha Oluwadamilola Rotimi emerged as first runner-up with a N3 million prize, while Peace Alexander was second runner-up, winning N1 million, during the final of the competition held at the Fresh Food Hub, Idi-Oro, Mushin area of Lagos State at the weekend. Enwere Glory…
The Awba-Ofemili Development Union (ADU) Health Committee, in collaboration with the Office of the President-General, ADU, the Nigerian Red Cross Society (Anambra State Branch), Awba-Ofemili Health Volunteers Team (AHVT) and the Anambra State Primary Health Care Development Agency (ASPHCDA), is set to host the Awba-Ofemili Community Health Awareness Campaign 2025 with the theme: “Buruli Ulcer (Elu-Ulee): Know the Signs, Stop the Spread.” The event, scheduled for Thursday, 23 October, 2025 (Nkwo Market Day) at the Civic Centre, Awba-Ofemili, seeks to raise public awareness about Buruli Ulcer (Elu-Ulee), a neglected tropical disease that affects the skin and soft tissues, while promoting…