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Ogun State government has issued a flood alert to residents of the State to be vigilant and careful of their environment as one of the major flood prone areas in Nigeria, according to classification made available by the Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NIMET) and the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA).The Commissioner for Environment, Ola Oresanya, who stated this at a news conference on Thursday in Abeokuta, said the flood alert was part of the Ministry ‘s adaptation and mitigation strategies to enlighten the citizens of the State of the vulnerability of various settlements and communities around the State.He said the Ministry…

Fidelity Bank Plc has announced 20 new millionaires at the 2nd and 3rd monthly draws of its Get Alert in Millions Season 6 (GAIM 6) promo held at the bank corporate head office in Lagos.The 20 lucky winners, randomly selected through an electronic draw across Lagos, North, Abuja, South-West, South-South, and South-East zones, will be rewarded with the sum of one million naira each. Speaking at the draws, the promo Chairperson and Executive Director for Lagos and South-West, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr. Ken Opara represented by the Regional Bank Head, Ikoyi, Chetachi Okechukwu, noted that the GAIM 6 promo was…

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has said his government will make Olumo Rock the best tourism destination in the country.He also stated that his administration will now shift its focus to tourism as a deliberate policy to benefit from the potential inherent in that sector of the economy.According to the Governor, a plan would be developed to ensure that the Olumo Rock Tourist Center receives the befitting presentation it deserves.Governor Abiodun spoke on Wednesday while inspecting the Olumo Rock Tourist Center, which he said represents the deep culture, history, and tradition of Egbaland and the state as a…

In the competitive landscape of Nigeria’s real estate industry, Dr. Shakirat Ayobami emerges as a formidable leader and innovative force. As the founder and driving force behind White Rose Properties, she has successfully carved out a distinct niche for herself in a sector that has historically been dominated by men. Her journey is a testament to resilience, marked by her unwavering determination to overcome challenges and break through the barriers that often hinder women’s progress in such fields.Dr Ayobami’s strategic mindset and sharp business acumen have been pivotal in elevating her company to unprecedented heights, allowing it to thrive despite…

As the Grand Comedian of the Federal Republic (GCFR), Gbenga Adeyinka D1st prepares for this year’s Laffmattazz Tour, starting from Jogor Centre, Ibadan on Easter Sunday, 20 April 2025, he has signed a partnership deal with FunZweb.com, an international digital marketing and promotions company. Adeyinka said this year’s tour is coming with a lot of initiatives that will make it different from past editions, noting that the 2025 tour of Laffmattazz with Gbenga Adeyinka & Friends will be global with the addition of countries like the UK, US and Canada, after touring the routine cities in Nigeria. He explained that…

Justice doesn’t always work fairly when faced with power, bias, or red tape, but Barrister Olakunle Abiodun Afolabi stands out as a voice for those who aren’t heard. With ten years of court experience, Afolabi has become known for defending human rights, working with constitutional law, and giving hope to people caught in Nigeria’s complex legal system.Afolabi’s path comes from hard work, not luck. He graduated with honours from Lagos State University with both his law degree and diploma, then trained at the Nigerian Law School before starting a career full of impressive legal achievements. Beyond his education, he has…

A famous American based Philanthropist and Chairperson of Achana Legacy Humanitarian Solutions, Dr. Maryam J.A Ogundepo on Tuesday paid a courtesy visit to the Director General, DG of The Progressive Institute, TPI in Abuja.The Philanthropist who was received by the DG, Lanre Adebayo, Ph.D in his office commends the intellectual prowess of the Abdullahi Umar Ganduje led All Progressives Congress, APC, to establish TPI, noting that Nigerians deserve such Progressive mindset at this time of our political history. Dr. Maryam vows to support the APC and its government in any capacity bringing good governance to the grassroots. She promises to…

In a significant move to safeguard Nigeria from potential fraud, the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Chief Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), has led a team of senior lawyers to represent the Federal Government at a Supreme Court hearing over the Petro Union Oil and Gas Limited case. The development marks the first time the Federal Government was represented at such a high level since the little-known company secured a judgment from the Federal High Court in Abuja for £2.556 billion.However, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had concluded in its investigation report that Petro Union obtained the…

Text of the Broadcast by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, declaring State of Emergency in Rivers state on Tuesday 18 March 2025Fellow Nigerians, I feel greatly disturbed at the turn we have come to regarding the political crisis in Rivers State. Like many of you, I have watched with concern the development with the hope that the parties involved would allow good sense to prevail at the soonest, but all that hope burned out without any solution to the crisis. With the crisis persisting, there is no way democratic governance, which we have all fought and…

The President of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote on Monday disclosed his readiness to invest the whopping sum of $700m in Ogun State in different areas of business, including buidling the largest seaport in Africa at Olokola Free Trade Zone (OKFTZ).Dangote, who made this known during an inspection tour to Itori cement plant ascribed his decision to come back to the state to investment-friendly environment provided by Abiodun’s administration which had given the state the status of best state in Ease of Doing Business Index. He narrated his frustrating and provocative experience during the last administration as the reason why…