Author: Nationalmonitor

Prince Taofeeq Fatai Adeyemi Iresa-Adu Emiolu lll, on behalf of Iresa-Adu Kingdom and Emiolu Royal Ruling House, extends heartfelt felicitations to the 15th Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yoruba Land, Iba Gani Adams on the occasion of his 7th year of Coronation.In a message of goodwill, Prince Taofeeq Fatai Adeyemi Iresa-Adu Emiolu lll conveyed best wishes for long life, prosperity, and continued success to the esteemed Aare Ona Kakanfo. The Iresa-Adu Kingdom and Emiolu Royal Ruling House Sons and daughters, both at home and abroad, celebrate this momentous occasion with joy and pride.The Aare Ona Kakanfo plays a crucial role in…

Come Saturday January 25, 2025, all roads lead to Obada, near Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, as notable clergymen from all walks of life witness the consecration and enthronement of popular man of God, Reverend Dr Dayo Akinboyewa in the charismatic office of a Bishop. The consecration will be performed by one of the nation’s foremost clerics, Archbishop Taiwo Akinola, General Overseer, Rhema Christian Church and Towers. Bishop-elect Akinboyewa is the General Overseer of Throne Covenant Redemption Centre. Also, the Consecration ceremony coincides with the official dedication of the church building located behind Bethel’s Estate, Obada-Oko. Prominent Ministers of God…

Interswitch Group, one of Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce companies, has announced plans to host its first-ever startup innovation mixer. Themed “Unlocking Synergies between Startups and Established Corporates,” the event will take place on January 24, 2025, at the Interswitch Innovation Lab, Victoria Island, Lagos. Designed to bridge the gap between startups and established businesses, the Innovation Mixer will provide a platform for stakeholders across the tech ecosystem to collaborate, share ideas, and forge partnerships, as it promises to bring together a vibrant mix of innovators, tech enthusiasts, investors, and industry leaders for an evening of transformative solutions…

A one-minute video making rounds on the internet has sparked outrage, as it captures Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, popularly known as Danku, the Chairman of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) in Ogun State, engaging in inappropriate conduct with a stripper during a party allegedly held on a yacht in Lagos waters.In the viral video, Danku is seen partying with friends when a female stripper, clad only in pink transparent trousers and without a top, approached him while dancing provocatively. Danku was visibly seen playing with her breasts and slapping them before she moved to a nearby…

The Premier League title race intensifies this midweek as league leaders Liverpool face third-place Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on Tuesday night. Liverpool will have an eye on revenge having suffered their only league defeat of the season to Forest —a narrow 1-0 loss at Anfield back in September.  The match will be broadcast live on GOtv channel 65 at 9 pm.  Forest, managed by Nuno Espirito Santo, are punching above their weight this season. After finishing 17th last season with just 32 points, they’ve already amassed an impressive 40 points from 20 matches this season.In his press conference…

By Adeyemi Obadimu His Royal Majesty,  the Oloworo of Oworoshoki, Oba Babatunde Saliu, Elebo II, has extend his heartfelt congratulations to Mojisola lasbat Meranda, on her appointment as the first female Speaker of Lagos State. Oba Saliu wishes her a successful tenure and looks forward to working closely with her for the betterment of Oworoshoki and the entire state.Meranda’s appointment comes following the impeachment of Mudashiru Obasa, bringing to fore her historic achievement as the first female Speaker.This is a significant milestone for gender equality and empowerment in Lagos State. Oba Saliu commends her dedication to public service and her…

Governor Seyi Makinde has presented the Staff of Office to the new Alaafin of Oyo, Abimbola Owoade.The governor made the presentation at his office in Ibadan, the state capital, Agodi, Ibadan, on Monday.It was earlier reported that Owoade is scheduled to receive his appointment letter and staff of the office today.“He (Prince Owoade) is in town. He will get a letter of appointment from the state government tomorrow (Monday) so that he can resume work as Alaafin,” a top government revealed.Makinde approved Owoade’s appointment in an announcement made in a Friday statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Dotun…

A trial opening on Monday in which plaintiffs want more than one billion pounds is set to answer that question.The complaint, filed in May 2021, accuses Apple of breaching European and UK competition laws by “its exclusion of any other app stores from iOS devices” like iPhones and iPads.It claims that some 20 million Apple users may have been overcharged by the company “due to its ban on rival app store platforms.”The complainants say a “30 per cent surcharge” that the company “imposes” on apps purchased through Apple’s App Store comes at the “expense of ordinary consumers.”The case, which Apple…

By Omotayo Ayanda As the new year unfolds, a haunting question lingers in the hearts of families, colleagues, and advocates: When will Olurotimi Olawale, Precious Eze Chukwunonso, Rowland Olonishuwa, and Seun Odunlami be free once again?Since their detention in September last year, these journalists have endured separation from their loved ones, forced to spend the festive season in the cold isolation of incarceration.Their absence during what should have been a time of joy has left their families drowning in pain, uncertainty, and heartbreak. While others celebrated new beginnings, these families counted the days with a mixture of hope and despair.These…

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has called on Nigerians to join hands with governments at all levels to build a country where unity and peace would continue to prevail over division and silence the echoes of conflict.Governor Abiodun made the call during the Special Church Service held to mark the year 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration at the Cathedral Church of St. Peter, Ake, Abeokuta.The Governor also called on the people to ensure that the legacies of the fallen heroes remain alive, saying that they fought for the territorial integrity of the country.”Today, let us pledge to…