“I received the news of the passing of one of the Afenifere leaders, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, with profound sorrow. Nigeria has lost a political leader whose decades of unwavering struggle for justice, democracy, and national unity have left an indelible mark on our nation’s history. According to the family, Baba transitioned peacefully on Friday, February 14, 2025, at his home in Lekki, Lagos. All who knew Baba Adebanjo drew from his boundless wisdom and cherished the democratic ideals he tirelessly campaigned for. His principled voice, which resonated through decades of political activism, will be deeply missed. As a nation, we…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
Ojaja Villa section, the 2nd phase of the Ojaja Park and residences was on Monday flagged off in Akure , the capital of Ondo state. The Ajero of Ijero Ekiti, Oba Joseph Adewole Adebayo who officiated the low key ground breaking ceremony of the second phase of Ojaja phase said the idea being canvassed by the Ooni is to let everyone know it’s not only government that can be driving development, he said kings too can do it. “Let’s us rise up to support our government by providing jobs for our youths. I see a lot of youths here, over…
The State Commandant Nigeria Security And Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command, Comdt. Maku Olatunde has expressed the commitment of the Corps in ensuring security in schools. Commandant Maku stated this in his office at the State Command Headquarters, Awka when he received on a courtesy visit the Director/ Principal of the Federal Science and Technical College Awka, Dr. Kelvin Ude . Speaking during the visit, Dr. Kelvin said they were in the Command to familiarize themselves and solicit for collaboration they have enjoyed with the Corps in the past years. “We are here today Sir to familiarize ourselves with…
Primate Elijah Ayodele, leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has called on Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) and its Group Chief Executive Officer, Segun Agbaje, to withdraw the ongoing legal case against four journalists currently facing trial over alleged cyberstalking and defamation. Speaking at his annual Thanksgiving Ceremony held at INRI Estate, Oke Afa, Lagos, Primate Ayodele emphasized the need for compassion and justice, urging Agbaje to allow the journalists to reunite with their families. “I use my position as a man of God to appeal to Segun Agbaje and GTCO to withdraw this case against the journalists and…
… vows prosecution of violators The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has issued a stern warning to property owners, agents and private occupiers in the state, to henceforth desist from illegal recycling and scavenging in unlicensed facilities. It also advised them to halt indiscriminate sorting, dumping, storing and trading of recyclable waste in their facilities and in public spaces around them. Commenting on a public notice issued by LAWMA to property owners, agents and private occupiers to that effect, the Managing Director/CEO of the agency, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, noted that such activities not only degraded the city’s aesthetic appeal but…
As Lagos gears up for the highly anticipated Access Bank Lagos City Marathon on Saturday, February 15, 2025, excitement and emotion run high. This year’s edition is much more than a race, it is a moving tribute to legacy and a celebration of resilience. Under the evocative theme “Miles to Memories,” every stride taken by the runners transforms physical distance into lasting recollections, blending athletic endurance with heartfelt remembrance of a visionary leader. A Race that Transcends the Finish LineSince its inaugural run in 2016, the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon has evolved from a local initiative into a global…
A team from the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has promised the institution’s support to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda. Professor Abraham Osinubi Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies of the institution, who led the delegation on a courtesy visit to the Speaker on Thursday, described Princess Meranda’s emergence as a triumph for vision and integrity. “Your election is not just a personal victory; it is a triumph for vision, integrity, and commitment to the greater good. “Lagos State stands at the crossroads of boundless opportunities and challenges, and we are confident that…
As part of the Lagos Public Infrastructure Improvement Project, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu is set to hand over yet another set of roads to Lagosians, with the formal commissioning of Chief Yesufu Abiodun Oniru Road, Akiogun Road (Alternative Route To Admiralty Circle Plaza In Lekki) and Abudu Smith Street all in (Iru Victoria Island LCDA) Eti Osa Local Government Area. The projects will be inaugurated on Friday 14th, February, 2025. As at the period the Eti-Osa/Lekki/Epe Expressway was concessioned by the State Government to Lekki Concession Company (LCC) Ltd. and the Admiralty Circle Toll Plaza became operational, Akiogun/Chief Yesufu Abiodun Oniru…
On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, the State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Comdt. Maku Olatunde, attended a closed-door service commanders meeting at the 302 Artillery Regiment, Nigerian Army, Onitsha. The meeting, which aimed to strengthen inter-agency collaboration, was attended by top security officials, including Major-General Oluyemi Olatoye, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army Enugu and Force Commander, Joint Task Force South-East ‘Operation UDO KA, Col. Adamu Muhammad, Commander of the 302 Artillery Regiment, Nigerian Army, Onitsha; CP Ikioye Orutugu, the new State Commissioner of Police, Anambra State; and the…
The former president of Liberia, George Weah, alongside several eminent personalities including the former deputy governor of Edo state, Phillip Shaibu, the Nigeria Football Federation president, Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, the Oniworo of Iworo Kingdom, Oba Oladele Kosoko, Onisabe of Igbobi-sade, Oba Owolabi Adeniyi, UN Representatives, to mention but a few have commissioned the ultra-modern church auditorium of Primate Elijah Ayodele. The commissioning which took place on Thursday, 13th of February 2025 witnessed an outpour of very important personalities across the globe for the celebration of God’s goodness in the life of Primate Ayodele. The new church auditorium, with a capacity…