The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has received a delegation from the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), at its headquarters, Ijora-Olopa, in a strategic partnership bid to boost media visibility of LAWMA’s programmes and activities. NAN’s delegation, led by Mrs. Omowole Ifeyinwa, head of editorial operations, commended LAWMA for its dedication to maintaining environmental sustainability in Lagos State, stressing NAN’s keen interest in collaborating with the agency, to ensure accurate information dissemination of LAWMA’s initiatives. According to her, “This partnership will position the agency for global recognition and investment opportunities while fostering greater public awareness…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
Hon. Akin Alabi, the Member representing Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Mrs. Abisola Kolapo Daisi, the eldest daughter of the late former Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi. In a condolence message, Hon. Alabi described Abisola as a woman of grace, kindness, and strength, whose impact on those around her will never be forgotten. “With a heavy heart, I mourn the passing of Mrs. Abisola Kolapo Daisi, the beloved daughter of my benefactor. Her demise is a painful loss, not only to her immediate family but to…
Senator Yunus Akintunde has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved Ajimobi family over the death of Bisola Kola- Daisi the first daughter of late Governor Abiola Ajimobi whose death was announced early this morning. In a release made available by Kunle Olatunji the Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to Senator Yunus Akintunde, he expressed his shock at the news of the death of Bisola Kola Daisi. “It was quite shocking hearing the news of the sudden death of the first daughter of late Governor Abiola Ajimobi this morning” “While praying for the soul of the departed young lady…
The family of the late Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, is in mourning following the passing of his eldest daughter, Bisola Kola-Daisi, at the age of 42 The heartbreaking news emerged on Thursday, March 27, 2025, confirming that Bisola succumbed to a brief illness while in the United Kingdom. A respected entrepreneur and philanthropist, Bisola was widely recognized for her influence in Nigeria’s luxury retail industry. She served as the Managing Director of Grandex Nigeria Ltd., a leading FMCG retail and wholesale company founded in 1984. She was also the founder of Florence H. Luxury boutique, where she made…
President Bola Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolences to Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, the Lagos State chairman of the All Progressives Congress, on the passing of his beloved wife, Ebunoluwa Esther Ojelabi. President Tinubu mourns with the Ojelabi family in this moment of grief and prays for God’s divine comfort and strength for her loved ones, friends, and associates. Expressing his deep empathy, the President states: “The loss of a beloved wife and mother is an immeasurable pain that reminds us of the brevity of life. I share in this pain and pray that God would grant the family the fortitude to…
President Bola Tinubu congratulates former President Goodluck Jonathan on winning the 2025 Sunhak Peace Founders’ Award. President Tinubu applauds the former President for his consistent advocacy for peace, harmony, and communality, a patriotic endeavour that has earned him global recognition. The President states that Dr Jonathan’s winning the Sunhak Peace Award affirms his bold efforts in peacebuilding and promoting democracy in Africa and beyond. The President recalls the former President’s historic acceptance of the results of the 2015 presidential election and his peaceful handover of power to an opposition party, which bolstered the nation’s democratic profile. President Tinubu celebrates this landmark achievement with former…
President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday in Abuja, flagged off the Torch of Unity Movement for the 22nd National Sports Festival and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting and providing an enabling environment for sports development. The sports festival tagged the Gateway Games, will take place in Ogun State from May 16 to May 30. President Tinubu described sports as a unifying force and a catalyst for youth engagement, national cohesion, and economic growth. The President called on the public and private sectors to actively contribute to Nigerian sports development, particularly in infrastructure expansion, talent identification, athlete nurturing, and sponsorship of…
President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of the Pro-Chancellor, Governing Council members, and Principal Officers of the new Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences in Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti State. Senator Binta Masi Garba has been appointed Pro-Chancellor and Chairperson of the Governing Council. A seasoned politician, businesswoman, and administrator, Senator Garba represented the Adamawa North Senatorial District in the Senate from 2015 to 2019 and served consecutively in the House of Representatives from 1999 to 2011. The other members of the Governing Council are Prof. Joseph Olurotimi Sanya, Mr. Efe Emefienin Emmanuel, Dr. Joyce Ogunyemi, and Alhaji Dahiru…
Injuction and Stay Of Execution Cargo Remains Under Arrest In a surprising twist of events, its decision delivered today, the Federal High Court in a surprising shift from the true nature of FirstBank ’s claim held that the matter is not a maritime claim but rather, a simple case of debt recovery. This is quite surprising considering the fact that the order sought is to prevent further fraudulent sale of crude on the FPSO. Shockingly, the court also held that the Arrest Order against the cargo, because it was exparte in nature, expired by effluxion of time within 14 days…
Over 1,500 residents have benefited from a Fidelity Food Bank outreach in Kabuga community, Dala Local Government Area of Kano state. The Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, executed in partnership with Misnoory Foundation, saw staff of the bank distribute essential food items to support people during the holy month of Ramadan. Commenting on the distribution event, Divisional Head, Brands and Communications, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr Meksley Nwagboh, emphasized the bank’s dedication to supporting its host communities through impactful projects. “Social responsibility is at the heart of who we are as a bank. Our Fidelity Food Bank initiative is one of…