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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commiserated with the family of former lawmaker, Sen. Ayodeji Otegbola, over his demise, describing him as a cerebral politician and selfless community leader.Otegbola, who represented Ogun West Senatorial District at the Red Chamber during the aborted Third Republic, reportedly died on Monday at the age of 91.Governor Abiodun, in a condolence message, eulogised the distinct virtues of the late Asiwaju of Awori land, including his passion for community cohesion and development, adding that he exhibited the core values of a grassroots politician.He added that Otegbola’s contributions to the development of Ogun State and…

It was General Colin Powell, first African-American Secretary of States who said ‘Success is the result of perfection, hard work, learning from failure, loyalty, and persistence.’ This quote can best describe the trajectory of Oluseyi Afolabi Tinubu. There is no gainsaying that the influence of parents on their children’s success is profound and multifaceted, extending beyond mere financial or educational support. The journey to success is often riddled with challenges, setbacks, and moments of self-doubt. That’s where parents come in by providing the emotional support and motivation that can turn these stumbling blocks into stepping stones. In the case of…

The Lagos State House of Assembly wishes to categorically debunk the malicious and unfounded publication alleging that twenty-seven members of the Assembly are planning to defect from the ruling party to the opposition Labour Party (LP). This publication is entirely false, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to misinform the public.We find this report not only offensive but also riddled with inaccuracies and outright falsehoods that serves no purpose other than to sow discord and confusion within the Assembly and among the good people of Lagos State.The recent developments in the House, including the removal of the erstwhile Speaker, Hon. Mudashiru…

… By connecting brands with people and communities, Havas’ network dedicated to activating consumer passions will drive business growth for African brands Havas Africa has officially launched Havas Play, Havas’ global network with expertise across sponsorships, partnerships, experiential, social, influencers, and branded content. This latest launch expanses the footprint of the global Havas Play network, which encompasses over 500+ Play experts in more than 20 countries across the globe. According to PricewaterhouseCoopers’ Africa Entertainment and Media Outlook 2024-2028 report, entertainment and media (E&M) revenue in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria is expected to surpass the average 3.9% compound annual growth…

It was another significant milestone and a long walk to academic excellence, so to speak, as Ameh Emmanuel is officially a PhD scholar in Political Science, awarded at the University of Ibadan’s 2025 Convocation.His journey to this accomplishment has been a long and challenging one, and he celebrated this achievement alongside fellow graduates at the well-attended 2025 “all-academic gown” event held at the University of Ibadan, in theDepartment of European Studies.Hail from the Idoma community in the Ette township of Igbo, Eze, North Local Government Area of Enugu State, Ameh Emmanuel, now a PhD holder, shared his joyous moments with…

Fidelity Bank Plc, a leading financial institution, has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to enhancing its host communities’ lifestyles. Through its dedicated education Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) pillar, the bank recently undertook significant projects aimed at promoting quality education delivery across the country.In Benin-City, Edo State, Fidelity Bank recently renovated the library at Emotan College, Wire Road. This initiative, which was executed under the auspices of the Fidelity Helping Hands Program (FHHP), was championed by the Phoenix Inductee Class of Fidelity Bank. The FHHP allows Fidelity Bank staff to identify community needs, raise funds, and receive matching support from…

The National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) has taken a significant step towards strengthening the bilateral relations between Nigeria and South Africa in the areas of hospitality, tourism, and travel. This follows a strategic visit by Professor Bobby J. Monroe The Consul General of the Republic of South Africa in Lagos Nigeria to NIHOTOUR headquarters abuja, where he engaged with the Director General/CEO of NIHOTOUR, Aare (Dr.) Abisoye Fagade, FIMC, on fostering deeper collaborations between Nigeria and South Africa.Speaking during the meeting, Aare Abisoye Fagade emphasized the importance of using the tourism potentials of nigeria and the viral Nigerian…

For the fourth consecutive time, a Lagos lawmaker, Hon. Adewale Temitope Adedeji, has empowered over 500 widows within the Ifako-Ijaiye area of the state.Adewale, who is the Majority Leader of the Lagos State House of Assembly, also distributed 1,500 JAMB forms through his initiative which aims to reduce illiteracy level in his Ifako-Ijaiye constituency I.Noting his passion for poverty alleviation, the lawmaker said he was particularly drawn to the widows and widowers because of how society isolates them.”The set of Nigerians are mostly unhappy. They are isolated, deprived and only a few of them have enough to keep them going.…

The Coalition of Civil Society Groups for Transparency and Accountability has condemned the recent viral video alleging that fuel sold at the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation Limited, NNPCL, filling stations burns faster than that produced by the Dangote Refinery and sold through MRS outlets, among other falsehood being disseminated by some sponsored individuals, mainly through the social media. Speaking at the press conference, the convener of the Grassroots Democratic Initiatives, Razaq Oladosu Buska and the convener of the Center Against injustice and Domestic Violence, Gbenga Soloki, described the video as outrightly misleading, completely unfounded, and lacking any scientific or empirical…

A legal battle has emerged between a Kwara-based website/graphic designer, Abdulazeez Adewale Adekanye, trading under the name Sanctum Zeez Graphics, and Providus Bank Plc. The case, filed at the Federal High Court, Lagos Division, seeks redress over allegations of contractual breaches and rights violations by the bank. According to court documents, the plaintiff, claims that Providus Bank unlawfully placed a Post No Debit (PND) restriction on his bank account without a court order. The restriction allegedly resulted in financial losses and infringed on his constitutional right to ownership of moveable property. The lawsuit, identified as Suit No: FHC/L/CS/218/2025, presents several…