Ado-Ekiti, June 19, 2024 – Ekiti State Government, under the exemplary leadership of His Excellency, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, is pleased to announce the launch of a comprehensive Free Surgical Mission aimed at providing essential surgical care to residents of the state. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to improve healthcare accessibility and outcomes for the people of Ekiti ... Read More »
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NDLEA Uncovers Snake-Guarded Shrine Storing Illicit Drugs in Edo State
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency said its operatives, during an operation in Edo State, uncovered a shrine, guarded by a snake, being used for storing illicit drugs. The NDLEA added that its operatives discovered a specially constructed large hole in a wall, hidden behind wallpapers and fetish objects used for drug storage. A statement on Sunday by the NDLEA’s ... Read More »
GTCO Rated Nigeria’s Strongest Brand and Best Banking Brand in Nigeria
[Lagos, Nigeria – June 21, 2024] – Africa’s leading financial services institution, Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (“GTCO” or “the Group”), has added to its impressive haul of accolades as it was recently named Nigeria’s strongest brand and Best Banking Brand in Nigeria by Brand Finance and Global Brands Magazine, respectively. These awards not only reaffirm GTCO’s position as a ... Read More »
“Governor Otti Emphasizes Unity Over Partisanship in Meeting with Senator Orji Kalu”
The Executive Governor of Abia State Dr. Alex Otti, OFR has again reaffirmed his philosophy that once elections and litigations are over, partisan politics takes a back seat while governance takes front stage. Speaking on Friday 21st June in his Umuehim Nvosi country home in Isiala Ngwa South LGA when he played host to a former Governor of Abia State ... Read More »
Nigerian Police Condemn Officers’ Actions in Controversial Guard Duty Video
Initiate Steps to Identify, Discipline Officers, Invite Young Man in Video for Questioning We are aware of a video trending on social media, where some policemen could be seen performing guard duties to a young man and encouraging him to abuse the naira, contrary to the provisions of the CBN Act, in such a manner demeaning to the Police Officer ... Read More »
Oyo State Launches Campaign to Prevent Cholera in Public Schools
The Oyo State government has implemented measures to prevent cholera outbreak in public basic schools, advising Headteachers to ensure that food handlers follow strict hygiene practices to prevent contamination. The Executive Chairman, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran handed down the instruction today, in Ibadan. He said, the Oyo State government, through the Board, is on ... Read More »
Bigi-Sponsored Nigerian Idol Season 9 Heats Up with Dramatic Elimination
The refreshing taste of Nigeria, Bigi, brought another dramatic live show which kept the viewers on the edge of their seats with a suspenseful elimination twist. The show on Sunday showed the top six contestants performing in the show demonstrating their dexterity. This week’s show, themed “Experience the Feels,” saw the top six contestants deliver stunning performances in a celebration ... Read More »
Lagos Lawyer Gboyega Adetunji Delves Into Agriculture, Floats Abundish; A Revolutionary Farm-To-Table Outfit
Barrister Gboyega Adetunji, a Lagos-based renowned legal practitioner, has ventured into agriculture with the launch of Abundish, a revolutionary farm-to-table service aimed at transforming how Nigerians access fresh, high-quality, and healthy farm produce. Abundish is committed to offtake directly from farmers and supply to consumers promoting sustainable agricultural practices, and ensuring fair market value for produce. The innovative platform offers ... Read More »
“Awujale Biopic Set to Premiere, Celebrating the Legacy of Oba Sikiru Adetona”
In the last few days, I’ve watched the world dot on the picturesque Ojude OBA festival, held on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, three days after the Sallah celebration, being a tradition started over 200 years ago by Oba Adesimbo Atunwase. Today, that the festival has continued to grow in leaps and, the Ijebu people, no matter how highly placed, permanently ... Read More »
Gov Abiodun Mourns Passing of Renowned Journalist and Monarch, Oba Femi Ogunleye
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has described the late Towulade of Akinale, Oba Femi Ogunleye, as a great leader who lived an eventful life and put his community on the world map during his reign. Oba Ogunleye, one of Nigeria’s topmost journalists, died in the United Kingdom on Wednesday at the age of 79. Prince Abiodun, in a condolence ... Read More »