His Majesty, Professor Adeyemi Obalanlege, Ph.D, the Olota of Otta, paid a historic courtesy visit to the newly crowned Osolo of Isolo, Aworiland, His Royal Majesty, Oba Isa Abiodun Farounbi Shekoni on the 5th of April, 2025. Oba Shekoni, who was recently installed through the instrumentality of the Lagos State Government and Isolo-in-Council, has since commenced the compulsory traditional seclusion (Ipebi) in accordance with the age-long customs of the ancient Awori Kingdom. During the visit, Kabiyesi Olota congratulated the new monarch and offered heartfelt prayers for a peaceful, prosperous, and impactful reign on the throne of his forebears. Kabiyesi Olota…
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Dr Victor Omololu Olunloyo, a former governor of Oyo State for three months, is dead. Aged 89 He was the Governor in the Second Republic after defeating late Chief Bola Ige in the 1983 election on the platform of the National Party of Nigeria (NPN). Born 14 April 1935, Olunloyo was the first Ibadan man to be Oyo state governor, father to Nigeria controversial investigative journalist Kemi Olunloyo. May the great mathematician soul rest in peace.
The Mogaji Ajiwogbo and Member of the House of Representatives representing Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency, Hon Akin Alabi extends his congratulations to the good people of Oyo and the entire Oyo Kingdom on the historic coronation of his imperial majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, Elewu Etu 1 as the new Alaafin of Oyo, which holds on Saturday, April 5, 2025. The ascension of Oba Owoade marks a new dawn in the rich heritage of Oyo, a venerated land known for its deep-rooted traditions, cultural pride, and enduring legacy. Hon. Akin Alabi expresses optimism that the reign of the new Alaafin will…
As part of the ongoing commitment to community partnership and service, the Delta State Command successfully marked the 2025 maiden National Police Day with a series of impactful events aimed at strengthening police-community relations and promoting public welfare. The Command held a statewide sanitation exercise, free medical outreach, student outreach, and townhall meetings. These series of events were held simultaneously in all the eight Area Commands of the state, with the aim of fostering community engagement, promoting public health, and enhancing our collective environment. As part of the student outreach, officers of the command in collaboration with representatives from POCACOV…
The Honourable Commissioner, Gbenga Omotoso; Permanent Secretary, Olumide Sogunle and others at the event. Lagos State Public Affairs Officers have resolved to step up enlightenment on government policies and projects. It was all at a strategic meeting of the Public Affairs officers in Lagos State Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), which was convened by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy Gbenga Omotoso to explore innovative ways of enlightening the public about activities of the Babajide Sanwo-Olu administration via all media platforms. “You can’t light a candle and put it under the table” Mr. Omotoso said, quoting from the Holy Bible.…
The Ooni of Ife who doubles as President, Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council (SNTRC), Arole Oodua Olofin Adimula, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi,CFR, Ojaja II was on Saturday at the cultural city of Oyo accompanied by over hundred traditional rulers from within and outside Osun state to grace the epoch occasion of the official coronation ceremony of the new Alaafin of Oyo Kingdom, His Imperial Majesty, Iku Baba Yeye, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, Elewu Etu I who was appointed and presented the staff of office at the Oyo state government house by the state governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde in January 2025…
It is with great pleasure that I, Prince Akintoye Adeoye, President and Chairman of Council of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN), on behalf of the entire Association, extend my warmest birthday wishes to you. As you celebrate your birthday today, we recognize your outstanding contributions to the real estate industry. Your visionary leadership in making homeownership accessible and building Adron Homes & Properties into a leading brand sets a high standard for excellence. Your passion and dedication continue to inspire many of us in the real estate sector. Today is not just a birthday; it is a…
I am delighted to extend my warmest felicitations to you, Aare Adetola Olaniyi Emmanuel-King, the Chairman and CEO of Adron Group, on your 50th birthday. This milestone is a testament to your remarkable life’s journey, marked by outstanding achievements and contributions to our community and the nation, Nigeria. As a renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist, your commitment to making affordable housing accessible to many Nigerians is truly commendable. Your innovative approach and dedication to this cause have made a significant impact on the lives of countless individuals and families. Your steadfastness in pursuing your vision, despite challenges, is a shining example…
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Aare Adetola Olaniyi Emmanuel-King, the Chairman and CEO of Adron Group, on his 50th birthday. The President joins family, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate the entrepreneur and philanthropist who has remained steadfast in making affordable housing accessible to many Nigerians. Aare Emmanuel-King, with over 62 estates and a workforce of 3,000, has received numerous chieftaincy titles and awards in property and estate development, including Lagos State Man of the Year (2019) and Property Developer of the Year (2021). President Tinubu commends the real estate developer for his contributions to the government’s vision of reducing the nation’s…
On the 12th of December 2024, one Hyacinth Nnalue reported to Akwu-kwu Igbo division that his cousin Chigozie Udalor had been missing since the 10th of December 2024. He also stated that the said Chigozie was his site manager at his fish pond in Bod camp Akwukwu Igbo community. Upon receipt of this information, the DPO commenced an investigation and later transferred the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department. Just like in the previous case of the murder of one Paulinus in Otokutu, the commissioner of Police Delta State CP Olufemi Abaniwonda directed the DPO Ekpan CSP Aliyu Shaba…