The First Lady of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu has described the Late Afenifere leader, Chief Ayo Adebanjo as a key political leader in the country, reports thegazellenews.com She stated this when she paid a condolence visit to his Lekki, Lagos residence. She expressed satisfaction that she was able to see the late elder statesman shortly before passed on. While praying for the repose of his soul and that God keep his widow and family, the First Lady emphasized that despite different political affiliation, Late Chief Ayo Abebanjo was still a well respected elder Statesman in Nigeria. Late Adebanjo In his…
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The wife of the publisher of Newdawn Online, Mrs Desola Amoke Latifat Abatan, nee Adewunmi is dead. She passed on the afternoon of Tuesday, 18 February, 2025 afternoon after a brief illness. She is survived by her husband, children and siblings. Burial programme will be announced later.
An organisation dedicated to the reproductive health of women, Maternal & Reproductive Health Collective, under the leadership of Bosede Bukola Afolabi, a Professor and Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Lagos and Lagos State University Teaching Hospital LASUTH, has promised to continue to reduce maternal mortality rate in the country, reports thegazellenews.com Professor Afolabi spoke in Lagos while unveiling the new logo of the organisation. The theme of the event, which was held at Amber Residence, Esugbayi Street, GRA, Ikeja, Lagos, on Tuesday, 18 February, 2025, is “Maternal & Reproductive Health Collective REBIRTH, Same Vision, New Look.”…
An advocacy group, Ethos of Omoluabi Vanguard, ETHOVAN, have condemned the decision of ex-governors in Nigeria to resort to the Senate as a retirement plan. In a recent press briefing the president of the ETHOVAN, Bashorun Adekunle Adeshokan explained that the trend has seemingly become a norm after over 22 years. In the words of Adeshokan on February 18, 2025 at Excellence Hotel in Ogba, the decision to wade into the conversation is as a result of the need for accountability and genuine representation rather than having the Senate as a retirement home for ex-governors in Nigeria. “Our observations presently…
By Femi Ogbonnikan Ogun State government under Governor Dapo Abiodun is on the verge of breaking a new ground in power infrastructure. Leveraging Electricity Act 2023 recently signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the administration has concluded an arrangement to launch an Independent Power Plant that will guarantee a 24-hour electricity supply to most parts of Abeokuta, the state capital. Barring any sudden change of arrangement, the commissioning ceremony will be held in eight weeks. The 30 Megawatts power plant located in Onijanganjangan, near Ewekoro, is the first phase of the Ogun State Light-Up Project, which will eventually…
The Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC has been working since inception to fulfill its mandate to the people of the Niger Delta region. For instance in Isoko North Local Government Area, LGA in Delta State, the NDDC impacted the lives of the people with road construction project in the area. These road works, which come with standard drainage facilities and pedestrian walkways have contributed significantly to the socio-economic development of the area and in the process enhancing the quality of life and fostering sustainable growth. Movement around Isoko North is now very easy and residents of the area are grateful…
By High Chief Tola Adeniyi One of the earliest University graduates to join the Nigerian Military and the first University Graduate to govern the old Western State, Brigadier-General Oluwole Rotimi turns 90 today, Thursday, 20 February, 2025. A gentleman Officer and noiseless achiever General Christopher Oluwole Rotimi made remarkable achievements while he was at the helm of affairs in the Western State. In addition to creating peaceful atmosphere in the state he devoted most of his energy on Agriculture and industrialization. Born 20 February 1935, in Abeokuta, Rotimi attended Agooko Methodist School, Lisabi School, Olowogbowo Methodist School as well as…
Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc demonstrated its commitment to fostering peace and stability across Africa with a landmark donation of $500,000 to the African Union (AU) Peace Fund. This donation by the UBA Group supports the AU’s efforts towards promoting security, conflict resolution, sustainable development, and a unified Africa, as envisioned in the AU’s Africa Agenda 2063. The AU Peace Fund plays a crucial role in financing mediation and preventive diplomacy efforts across Africa, strengthening institutional capacity and ensuring rapid responses to emerging conflicts. UBA’s support underscores its dedication to the collective progress of African nations,…
Veteran Nollywood actor, Dele Odule, has debunked viral rumors of his death. The rumors of the actor’s death recently went viral on the internet. Reacting to the news in a video shared on his Instagram page, Dele Odule said he is very much alive. The actor, while expressing his disappointment and frustration at the reports, said, “There is nothing wrong with me, I’m very much alive. I don’t know why someone would wish me dead. “This is uncalled for, barbaric, and not fair.” Odule, who also addressed another report of his arrest over child molestation, questioned the motives behind the…
No fewer than five people have been confirmed dead, and many others injured following a gunpowder explosion at the Talata Mafara market in Zamfara State on Tuesday, 18 February, 2025. The explosion, which occurred around 11:30 am, reportedly injured more than 50 traders and customers in the section of the market where locally fabricated guns are sold. It was gathered that the blast originated near a blacksmith’s shop. According to an eyewitness, Muhammad Aliyu, “The explosion happened at the blacksmith’s tent in the market. I was very lucky—I had just left the area when I heard the explosion, and then…