The need to ensure that the youths in Odiolowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area are not left behind in fastly growing digital age was the major reason the Rasak Ajala-led administration has committed itself to training youths in the council and giving them opportunities to acquire skills in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). The council Chairman, Honourable Rasaq Olusola Ajala stated this at the Ilupeju secretariat of the council during the presentation of certificates to graduates of the council’s ICT Boot Camp Training for youths in the council area. A total of 330 youths comprising of pupils in primary and secondary…
Author: Olamide Obayemi
A deepening crisis is threatening the peace and stability of Ogbomoso, as the actions of Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Pastor Ghandi Olaoye Orumogege III, spark tensions within the Muslim community. The controversy, fueled by a disputed imamship, has seen the monarch attempt to remove the widely respected Grand Chief Imam, Dr. Teliat Yunus Ayilara II, despite two court injunctions restraining such action. The Palace’s continued intimidation and violence have escalated the situation, with reports of plans to: – Hijack the Central Mosque using military force. – Forcefully remove the Grand Chief Imam. – Use the old Eid ground as a…
The Misilli Community Development Foundation, founded by Ismaila Uba Misilli, spokesman to Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, has continued its mission of enrolling orphans and children from less privileged backgrounds back into school in Gombe. The initiative, which is in line with the Gombe State government’s efforts to reduce the number of out-of-school children, saw the enrollment of its second batch of pupils. During a ceremony held in Dawaki Ward, Gombe, the foundation enrolled an additional 50 children, bringing the total number of pupils enrolled under the programme to 100 in just two years. The foundation, which has…
Michael Abimboye, a Nigerian political communication consultant and journalist, has supported Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke’s palliative measures through the distribution of food items to residents of Ode-Omu communities in Ayedaade Local Government Area of the State. Abimboye, who distributed the food items on Friday, 6 September, 2024 said the Osun government has in the last few months, shown a high sense of responsibility through its commitment to alleviating the suffering of the masses. In June, Adeleke-led government distributed rice palliative under the State Government Food Security Program in a bid to alleviate food scarcity and ensure food security.…
Olori Folashade Ashley, one of the wives of the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi has added a bouncing baby boy to the royal family. The reverred Monarch announced the good news on his social media handle. “To God be the glory great things He has done. Hearty congratulations to the entire House of Oduduwa and Olori Folashade, who today birthed a Prince from the mother side of Ooni Adagba Royal Compound of Lafogido Ruling House and father side of Ooni Agbedegbede Royal Compound of Giesi Ruling house combined to the Royal throne of Oduduwa. “Mother and…
Dada Yar’Adua, mother of Nigeria’s former President, Umaru Musa Yar’adua, has passed away at the age of 102. She died Monday evening, 2 September, 2024, at the Federal Teaching Hospital in Katsina after a brief illness. Dada Yar’adua was also the mother of the late Shehu Musa Yar’adua, a former Vice President of Nigeria, and Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’adua, who currently chairs the Senate Committee on Army. Her passing marks the end of an era for the Yar’adua family, a household that has been deeply influential in Nigeria’s political landscape. Umaru Musa Yar’adua, who served as the president of Nigeria…
The Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council has decried the spate of killings, kidnappings and banditry going on across Nigeria in recent times, describing the violent incidents as a source of grave concern that demand urgent attention by the government and security agencies. In a statement issued by the Publicity Secretary, His Eminence, Dr. Eberechukwu Oji, Eze Aro of Arochukwu Kingdom, the Council also condemned the recent shocking murder of His Royal Highness, Alhaji Isah Mohammed Bawa, the Emir of Gobir in Gwata town of Sokoto State, by some kidnappers. Expressing their sadness, the southern monarchs commiserated with the Government of…
By: Dr. James Bwala To Kashim Shettima, my esteemed vice president, I would like to wish you a very happy 58th birthday on this memorable day. Many people have found inspiration in your leadership and commitment to serve our nation, and I am honored to have the chance to offer my sincere congratulations on reaching this significant accomplishment. As a default-level student of the Kashmir political class, I am impressed by your poise and ethics in navigating the complexity of politics. The policies you have supported and the initiatives you have started demonstrate your dedication to raising the standard of…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has congratulated the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, on the occasion of his 58th birthday celebration, describing him as a reliable patriot. The Vice President was born on September 2, 1966. Governor Abiodun, in a statement signed by his Adviser on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade also extolled the former Governor of Borno State as an intellectual par excellence, who has tremendously brought his rich academic skills to bear in governance and civil administration. He averred that Shettima’s antecedents of statesmanship and resourcefulness, coupled with his penchant for paradigm change through…
The Ogun State Head of Service (HoS), Mr. Kehinde Onasanya said the Prince Dapo Abiodun-led administration is dedicated to advancing the state’s infrastructure, even as he called for collaboration with professional organizations to realize its ambitious development agenda. Onasanya stated this during a meeting with the executive members of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Abeokuta branch, led by its Chairman, Engr. Olumayowa Idowu, during a courtesy visit to his office at Oke Mosan, Abeokuta. Mr. Onasanya noted that under the leadership of Governor Abiodun, the state is experiencing remarkable development, transforming it into a significant hub of construction activity…