“The attention of the Defence Headquarters has been drawn to a false and misleading report by an online publication insinuating that the cancellation of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary was linked to an alleged attempted military coup. The claims by the said publication are entirely false, malicious, and intended to cause unnecessary tension and distrust among the populace.The decision regarding the cancellation of the 65th Independence Anniversary parade was to allow Mr President to attend a strategic bilateral meeting outside the country and for members of the Armed Forces to sustain the momentum in the fight against terrorism, insurgency,…
Author: Oluwatoyin Mathnuel
The Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula, His Imperial Majesty Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, CFR, Ojaja II, on Friday, October 17th, 2025 marked his 51st birthday with heartfelt prayers for Nigeria and the entire race of Oduduwa globally, reaffirming his unwavering commitment to the promotion of peace, unity, and national development. In a reflective mood at the Ile Oodua Palace, Ile-Ife, the spiritual head of the Oduduwa race worldwide expressed deep gratitude to Almighty Olodumare for the gift of life, wisdom, and strength to continue serving humanity through the throne of Oduduwa. Ooni Ogunwusi who doubles as Co-chairman, National Council of Traditional…
As the preparation towards the process of selecting the next Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, it is important that we flashback and recall when the departed Awujale, Oba Sikiru Adetona, issued a poignant warning to kingmakers, cautioning them against selecting a successor based on wealth rather than capability. This advice came as a reminder of the need for visionary leadership in the ancient kingdom. He made the call during the 2019 Ojude-Oba festival. Oba Adetona, who was installed in 1960 and reigned for over 65 years on the throne, had expressed his concerns during the 2019 Ojude-Oba Festival in…
To start with, if there is anyone President Bola Ahmed Tinubu should completely avoid, it is definitely Mahdi Shehu — a self-acclaimed public affairs commentator seeking validation from an audience that doesn’t even exist. If President Tinubu truly values himself and his administration, he needs to distance himself from Mahdi Shehu and his ilk. They have shown beyond all doubt that they do not mean well for him and would prefer to see him fail by any means possible. This conclusion stems from Shehu’s comments on Primate Elijah Ayodele’s warning to the President about a possible coup. The prophet had…
Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering exceptional customer experience through deeper engagement and partnership with its clients. This was demonstrated last Thursday when the Bank hosted a successful Global Trade Forum in Ibadan, bringing together key stakeholders in the SouthWest region and valued customers to explore growth opportunities and strengthen collaborations. The hugely attended Trade Forum was graced by the Executive Director, Retail ahd Commercial Bank, Chris Ofikulu, who expressed heartfelt appreciation to attendees for their participation and continued support. In his opening remarks, Ofikulu warmly welcomed participants, particularly those who traveled from Kwara, Osun, Ogun, Ekiti, Ondo,…
The Board of Trustees of the African Refugees Foundation (AREF) deeply mourns the passing of our esteemed Patron and Board Member, Ambassador (Dr.) Christopher Olusola Kolade, CON (1932–2025) — a revered elder statesman, diplomat, and exemplary leader whose life was defined by integrity, faith, and service to humanity. Dr. Kolade, who served as Nigeria’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, at the age of 92. His family announced the news in a statement on Thursday, expressing gratitude to God for a life “devoted to His service and to humanity.” Born on December 28, 1932, in…
The Presidency has lauded the invaluable contributions of Nigerian women and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to national development, describing them as the lifeblood of the country’s economy. Speaking at the 5th Women Enterprise Alliance (WenA) Conference held in Abuja, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Entrepreneurship Development and Innovation in the Digital Economy, Ms. Chayla Shagaya, reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening the ecosystem for women entrepreneurs through targeted reforms that reduce the cost of doing business, expand access to finance, and promote gender-responsive policies for inclusive economic growth. Themed “Policy Reforms and Resilience Strategies for…
Raila Odinga, former Kenyan Prime Minister, has died at the age of 80, family sources have confirmed. Odinga died on Wednesday while receiving medical treatment at a hospital in India. Indian police told the AFP news agency that he was walking with family members and a personal doctor “when he suddenly collapsed”. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead. This is in confirmation of the prophecy of Nigerian prophet, Primate Elijah Ayodele, which he shared on the 22nd of December, 2024, at the presentation of his prophecies for 2025. The prophecies presented in a 90-page…
The Centre for Infrastructural and Technological Advancement for the Blind (CITAB) has criticized the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) for failing to implement meaningful and practical inclusion for disabled Nigerians, particularly the blind, in its recently released October 2025 ATM Accessibility Guidelines.This was contained in a press statement issued in Lagos on Thursday the 16th of October,2025 by the group and signed by its Executive Chairman, Jolomi George Fenemigho. According to the group: “The latest guidelines, which require just two percent of ATMs to have tactile graphic symbols and a listing of accessible locations, are nothing more than a token…
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) regrets to announce a tragic accident that occurred earlier today at the PWD Railway Level Crossing in Ikeja, involving a moving train and a dispatch motorcycle with registration number AGL 179 QR. Preliminary investigations conducted by security personnel at the scene revealed that the dispatch rider, reportedly travelling at excessive speed, attempted to hastily manoeuvre across the railway track in a bid to access the GRA axis of Ikeja. In the process, he collided with an oncoming train. The impact proved fatal, as the rider died instantly, while the train continued its movement…