By Segun Adewale in Bauchi The Presidency has commissioned newly completed female students’ hostels at the Gadau Main Campus and Yuli Campus of Sa’adu Zungur University (SAZU), Bauchi State, under the Presidential Commissioning of the 2024 TETFund Annual Intervention Projects. The commissioning ceremony, held at the university’s Gadau Main Campus yesterday, formed part of the nationwide presidential commissioning of projects executed through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) across tertiary institutions in Nigeria, along with other developmental projects. The Executive Secretary of TETFund was represented at the event by the Bauchi State Commissioner for Higher Education and Regional Integration, who…
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The Governing Board of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on the successful completion of the third year of his Renewed Hope Administration. Members of the NDDC Board, led by the Chairman, Mr Chiedu Ebie, made the commendation during a courtesy visit to President Tinubu at his Lagos residence at the weekend. The NDDC delegation, which included the Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, and the Executive Director, Corporate Services, Hon. Ifedayo Abegunde, thanked the President for his “visionary leadership, steadfast commitment to national development, and unwavering support for the Niger Delta region.” According to the…
The prestigious Fasasi Adesoye Dynasty once again cemented its place as one of the biggest attractions at the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival, delivering a breathtaking cultural spectacle that left thousands of spectators in awe in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State. Led by billionaire businessman and cultural icon, Osi Balogun Adegboyega Adesoye, the prominent Ijebu family staged what many have described as one of the most glamorous and unforgettable parades of this year’s edition of the globally celebrated festival. Known for its grandeur and regal appearance at Ojude Oba, the Adesoye Dynasty elevated the excitement this year by featuring two legendary Yoruba…
Monique Pearls, Abuja-based TikTok creator known for her emotional motherhood and family content, has reportedly passed away at the age of 30. The content creator, whose real name was Monica Okafor Owuunaka, built a loyal audience with videos about motherhood, family life and her bond with young Precious, a girl brought from the village who became a familiar face in her content. Known for her emotional and relatable storytelling, Monique’s videos resonated with many Nigerians as she documented the realities, joys and challenges of family life. Her family confirmed her passing in May 2026. No official cause of death has…
The ancient city of Ijebu Ode is already buzzing with anticipation as the renowned Balogun Fasasi Adesoye dynasty prepares for another unforgettable appearance at the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival, with more than 60 horses set to accompany the family in what insiders describe as a breathtaking royal procession. At the centre of the highly anticipated entrance will be billionaire businessman and respected cultural figure, Chief Adegboyega Adesoye, the Osi Balogun of Ijebu Ode, who is expected to lead the family into the Ojude Oba pavilion atop his signature white horse, a majestic symbol that has become synonymous with the dynasty’s…
Nigeria and Canada have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with renewed focus on trade, investment, renewable energy, education, security, and technological cooperation. This, was one of the high point of the concluded visit of the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), to reinforce Canada’s commitment to modernizing development partnerships, strengthening collaboration with key allies and advancing inclusive economic opportunities through deeper engagement with African partners. In Nigeria, Secretary of State Sarai announced more than $30 million in humanitarian assistance and development projects benefiting Nigeria and countries across West Africa. These initiatives will strengthen health systems, expand…
Governor Dapo Abiodun has announced plans by the Ogun State Government to launch the Renewed Hope Ward Development Programme (RHWDP), an initiative aimed at providing monthly cash interventions to between 50,000 and 100,000 residents across the state within the next one year. The Governor made this known on Friday during the official opening of the first session of the 15th Synod of the Remo Anglican Diocese, themed “The Empty Tomb: An Authentic Proof of the Living Saviour, Jesus Christ,” held at Our Saviour’s Anglican Church, Ikenne. Governor Abiodun also disclosed that his administration would prioritise the reconstruction of the Sagamu–Ode…
The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, has approved the appointment of Mr. Olanrewaju Iskeel Saka as the new Head of the Public Service of Ogun State. The appointment follows the statutory retirement of the immediate past Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya. Until his appointment, Mr. Saka served as the Permanent Secretary, Bureau of Cabinet and Special Services. Mr. Saka joined the Ogun State Public Service as a Classroom Teacher on Grade Level 08 on May 15, 1993, and later transferred to the mainstream civil service as a Senior Administrative Officer on Grade Level 09 in 2006. Born…
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has restated its commitment to transparency and fairness in selecting beneficiaries for its Foreign Postgraduate Scholarship Programme meant for Niger Delta indigenes. The NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, who stated this during an assessment visit to the venue of the Postgraduate Scholarship interviews in Port Harcourt, assured that the process was devoid of bias, prejudice and compromise. Ogbuku, who was represented by the NDDC Director of Education, Health and Social Services, Dr Patience Ezugu, thanked the interview panel for doing a good job, noting that there were no complaints from candidates and that…
Member representing Ifako Ijaiye Constituency II at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Emmanuel Olotu, has expressed appreciation to members of the All Progressives Congress (APC), party faithful and residents of Ojokoro in Ifako Ijaiye for their overwhelming support, commitment and impressive turnout to vote for him during the party’s primary election that was held midweek. Hon. Olotu described his emergence as the APC candidate for Ifako Ijaiye Constituency II as a collective victory for the people and a reflection of the unity, resilience and democratic spirit of the APC family across the constituency. He thanked party members for…