The Owa Obokun of Ijesaland, Oba Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran, is dead. According to sources within the palace, Oba Aromolaran passed on yesterday the 11th of September, 2024 after a brief illness. Though, palace of Owa Obokun has not issued any official statement as regards the passage of the monarch, but sources within the palace confirmed Oba Aromolaran’s demise at 86. The monarch reigned for over 40 years. Details later…
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It was an historic event as all stakeholders in the Farming, Agro processing and Food production value chain came together at the flag off ceremony for the distribution of ferterlizers to South-West Farmers under the Renewed Hope Agricultural Intervention for Farmers facilitated by Hon. Abiodun Muftau Yinusa (SA to the President on Agriculture and Food Security). Mrs. Kudirat Ande who is the President of She-Farmers Initiative asserted that the gesture is well received by clusters of respective farming groups whom has been brought together to receive the ferterlizers across the region and she appreciate the magnanimity of the President Bola…
Following multiple reports on the internet that renowned prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele prophesied that the governor of Oyo state, Engineer Seyi Makinde would become Nigeria’s president, Osho Oluwatosin, the media aide to the prophet has dismissed the reports as false. Osho Oluwatosin categorically stated that there was never a time Primate Ayodele mentioned that Seyi Makinde would become Nigeria’s president either ahead of the 2027 election or after. He stated that Primate Ayodele only gave advice to Governor Seyi Makinde to begin consultation for a higher ground in his political career but never mentioned presidency as the higher ground he…
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, has called for the use of biodegradable and compostable packaging materials by food processing companies, as an eco-friendly option, for a sustainable environment. He made the call at the 11th edition of the PROPAK West Africa 2024: Smart Packaging Conference, held at the Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. Speaking on the theme, “Unlocking Nigeria Food Security: Implementation of Smart Packaging to Reduce Waste”, the governor, represented by the Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade, and Investment, Mrs. Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, underscored the role of food packaging and processing industries in driving economic growth, charging the industry players to shape the future of the industry to…
L-R: Mr. Tukwasi Onyechi, Class President, Crestcore Inductees Class, Fidelity Bank Plc; one of the beneficiaries; Dr. Oredein, Medical Officer of Health for Yaba Local Council Development Area (LCDA); and Mrs. Victoria Abuka, Team Lead, Corporate Social Responsibility, Fidelity Bank Plc; at the donation of maternity kits to pregnant women in Aiyetoro, Yaba Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of Lagos State recently. Fidelity Bank Plc, a leading financial institution, has donated maternity kits to pregnant women in Aiyetoro, Yaba Local Council Development Area (LCDA) of Lagos State. This donation is part of the bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts under…
Sometimes, when true men of God speak, it is not because they just want to open their mouth or looking for attention, they warn people ahead of time in order to prepare for whatever they are warning them against. Especially when confirmed prophets of God like Primate Ayodele speak, whoever was mentioned in his prophecies should know for sure that this particular man of God doesn’t speak without his words coming to pass. If others can be ignored, Primate Ayodele isn’t someone whose prophecy is to be ignored and this is not for his sake but for the recipient. The…
Nigeria’s leading commercial bank and Africa’s most agile company, Sterling Bank Limited, has made history by migrating to what is believed to be the continent’s first ever indigenous core banking solution called SeaBaaS. The implementation of SeaBaaS, developed by Peerless, marks the completion of a new banking system announced to customers in August 2024. This strategic move positions Nigeria as a leader in digital banking, driven by local talent and cutting-edge technology. Leveraging advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence, the system promises to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency, providing smarter, faster financial services. Speaking on the achievement, Abubakar Suleiman,…
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Lagos Sector Command, held its 4th Quarter Performance Improvement Retreat for Public Enlightenment and Protocol Officers. The retreat, themed “Elevating Public Relations in Road Safety: Strategies, Synergy, and Service Excellence,” featured a call to deepen knowledge and embrace responsibilities from Lagos State Sector Commander, Corps Commander Patrick Davou. Deputy Corps Commander Umar Bamaiyi lectured on maintaining high ethical standards and professionalism in Public Relations. He highlighted the importance of media relations, community engagement, and crisis management, emphasizing that continuous learning and effective media engagement are crucial for success. The event also honored former State…
In the early hours of today (12:30 AM), a catastrophic multi-vehicle collision occurred on the Odo Iya-Alaro Bridge, ( Ojota/ Maryland axis) tragically claimed one life and severely injured 17 others. Preliminary investigations indicate that the driver of a Mack truck, with registration number KWL 923 XB and fully laden with diesel, lost control of the vehicle while speeding towards Ojota. In a desperate attempt to apply faulty brakes, the truck rammed into seven other vehicles (Buses and cars) from behind, causing widespread damage. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) Rescue Team, who diligently respond to all overnight incidents…
Chief Lere Paimo will forever be remembered in the history of theatre arts for his innovations and creativity🤞He remains the sceptre of the old and contemporary theatre industry and has done the nation proud both locally and internationally. Chief Lere Paimo, MFR was born on September 19, 1939 in Ile Ikoyi Odan, Osupa Ogbomoso. His father was a t0bacco and yam farmer, the leader of the local farmers’ organization. His mother was a trader Lere attended primary school in Ogbomoso, later left for the Gold Coast ( Ghana)He continued his education in the Gold Coast up to teacher training college…