Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his administration has been able to bring about a level of economic stability in the state with the monthly payment of about N24 billion in salaries to state and local government workers. He added that his government’s commitment to expanding the economy of the state has also been yielding results in terms of private sector investments, as more private sector players have become comfortable investing in the state. The Governor stated this on Sunday, 30 March, 2025, when Muslim faithful, comprising clerics, traditional rulers and political office holders at the federal, state…
Author: Abimbola Ogunaike
Read More
President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, GCON has felicitated with the Muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitri asking to pray for the unity of the nation. Akpabio, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh said as they celebrate, they should continue to pray and work for the unity of the nation. He said “As you celebrate the end of Ramadan and mark the occasion of Eid-el-Fitri, I send you my warmest felicitations on behalf of my family, constituents, the 10th Senate and entire National Assembly. “May this joyous occasion bring you…
President Bola Tinubu said his decision to appoint Dr Bosun Tijani as Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, despite his past criticism, was a testament to his belief in recognising talent, even in those who may have once been critics. The President disclosed this on Saturday, 29 March, 2025, at a special Iftar held in his honour at the Presidential Villa to commemorate his 73rd birthday. Tijani was among several dignitaries who delivered goodwill messages to the President, alongside Vice President, Kashim Shettima; Senate President, Godswill Akpabio; Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu; Governor Hope Uzodinma…
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have arrested a Lekki-based businessman and proprietor of Damillionz Takeout, Arokodare Damil Ebenezer in connection with the shipment of 60 parcels of Loud, a strong strain of cannabis, from the United States of America to Nigeria. The spokesman of the NDLEA, Femi Babafemi said the 43-year-old businessman was arrested at Bay Lounge, Admiralty Way, Lekki area of Lagos where he does his illicit drug business last Monday while he was expecting to take the delivery of his latest drug consignment. Babafemi said the suspect arrest followed the seizure of his cargo…
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) has pledged to partner the Association of West African Legislative Correspondents (AWALCO) to publicise the activities of the ECOWAS Parliament, particularly its 25th anniversary celebrations. The Managing Director of the agency, Malam Ali Muhammad Ali,, made the pledge when the leadership of the association paid him a courtesy visit in his office in Abuja on Thursday. Ali while expressing appreciation to the association’s officials for deeming it worthy to pay him a courtesy visit, said as Africa’s biggest news content provider, NAN was home to all. He said: “For deeming it worthy to come…
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated Muslim faithful, particularly the Muslim Ummah in Lagos, as they join the rest of the world to celebrate Eid-el-Fitri, which marks the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan fasting and prayers. He urged Muslims to uphold the lessons of Ramadan and to continuously show love, compassion and care to the people, particularly the needy and downtrodden in the society. Governor Sanwo-Olu in his Eid-el-Fitri message issued on Sunday, 30 March, 2025, by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile, wished the Muslim Ummah more of Ramadan festivities in…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has said that Islam is a religion that teaches love, understanding, and tolerance. He lamented the misrepresentation of Islam by a few adherents to promote extremism in the religion. Abiodun, who expressed this in a keynote address at the Annual Special Ramadan Iftar and Lecture held at the Arcade Ground, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, over the weekend, said the religion teaches peace, moderation, and justice and does not encourage compulsion or extremism. He said: “Extremism not only soils the image of Islam but undermines its very essence, which is submission to Allah in peace…
The French Embassy in Nigeria has lauded Yaba College of Technology outstanding research strides on Plastogas Hub project, an innovative waste-to-energy initiative of converting plastic waste into gas. The applaud was given at the research project inspection and progress status by the Embassy’s Science and Higher Education Attaché, Mr. Sébastien Bede and the Project Coordinator for the Embassy, Mrs. Adjua Kamara in the College. Impressed by the college’s dedication and the technical strides in show of creativity innovation and dexterity at work, Bede commended the College for not only keying into the vision but also demonstrating excellence in execution. According…
The Lagos State Government, led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Saturday, celebrated President Bola Tinubu’s 73rd birthday with Thanksgiving services and prayers held simultaneously at the Chapel of Christ the Light, Alausa, and Lagos Secretariat Community Central Mosque, Alausa, as well as other religious centres in the five divisions of the state. Governor Sanwo-Olu led Christians faithful for the programme at the Chapel of Christ the Light, Alausa, while his deputy, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, led the Special Birthday Prayer at the Lagos Secretariat Community Central Mosque, Alausa, to commemorate President Tinubu’s 73rd birthday. The church and mosque were filled to…
The Commissioner of Operations in the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Prince Anofiu Olanrewaju Elegushi has extended heartfelt congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the occasion of his 73rd birthday, describing it as a celebration of a life devoted to service, sacrifice, and the tireless pursuit of a greater Nigeria. Prince Elegushi noted that President Tinubu’s journey has been one of courage, resilience, and unwavering patriotism. “Your Excellency, your birthday is not just a date on the calendar; it is a reminder of a lifetime spent nurturing democracy, building bridges across divides, and inspiring millions with your vision…