Author: Akintayo Adams

Former Governor of Oyo State and Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief (Sen.) Rashidi Ladoja on behalf of the Olubadan-in-Council has disclosed that there is no date yet for the coronation of the new Olubadan of Ibadanland. This was revealed after a closed-door meeting with the Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, at his Alalubosa residence in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. He also explained that the Ibadan ascension system is not the one to be disputed and that the next King knows himself. “The departed monarch (Oba Balogun) came from the Otun line, the next monarch will be from the Balogun…

President Bola Tinubu has mourned with the People of Ibadanland over the passing the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Mohood Lekan Balogun, Alli Okunmade II. This was disclosed in a statement by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale. “His Imperial Majesty, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, was an exceptional king who used his ancestral stool in the service of humanity,” reads the statement in part. “He was compassionate, courageous, and an unrelenting advocate of the pristine ideals of peace, honesty, and unity. His wise counsel will be sorely missed at this time in the life of our country.” “Over this…

The 2023/24 UEFA Champions League quarterfinal, semifinal and final draws took place at 13:00 CAT/12:00 WAT on Friday 15 March 2024. The draw featured the eight teams that advanced from the Champions League round of 16: Arsenal (ENG), Atlético de Madrid (ESP), Barcelona (ESP), Bayern München (GER), Borussia Dortmund (GER), Manchester City (ENG), Paris Saint-Germain (FRA) and Real Madrid (ESP). The results of the draw pitted the elites of Europe against each other in matches that are sure to catch the attention of spectators across Europe and the Rest of the World. Manchester City were drawn to face Real Madrid…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu – GCFR has admonished Governors across the Federation to set aside political differences and collaborate with the Federal Government to move the country forward and actualize the Nigeria of our dreams. The President made the call when the Governors visited him at the State House, Abuja for Iftar on Thursday. He called for unity and cooperation amongst stakeholders while emphasizing on the need to transition from politics to governance. ”Since we recognised the need to build our nation together, the time for politics is over. It is now time for governance. ”We are of the same…

The Nigerian Senate and the House of Representatives are set to move to the main chambers of the National Assembly in weeks after spending the past two years in makeshift halls. The gigantic building housing the two hallowed chambers of the National Assembly has been left without renovation for years. Visible Construction Company, the company behind the renovation spoke through their Project Manager, Mr. Tajudeen Olanipekun disclosed that the finishing stages of work are speedily being carried out with required expertise and precision. Renovation work would be completed next month and delivered to the National Assembly management for lawmakers to…

Mele Kyari, The Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has revealed that the Port Harcourt refinery will resume operations in about two weeks time at a press briefing after he was summoned before the Senate Ad-hoc Committee investigating the various Turn Around Maintenance projects of the country’s refineries. “We are serving this country with honour and dignity. And we will make sure that the promises we make on the rehabilitation of these refineries will take place,” he said. “We did a mechanical completion of the refinery that was what we said in December. We now have…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has written to the Nigerian Senate, demanding a repeal and reenactment of the students loan act 2023. This was contained in a letter dated March 14, 2024, addressed to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and read on the floor of the Senate during plenary on Thursday. This is coming after the Student Loan Scheme was temporarily suspended amid much anticipation by hopeful Nigerians. “Pursuant to Section 58, (2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (As amended), I forward, herewith, the Student Loan (Access to Higher Education), (Repeal and Re-enactment Bill, 2024) for…

Telecommunications Giant, MTN Nigeria has disclosed that the network connectivity disruptions experienced by its customers were caused by a damage to an overseas undersea cable. This was revealed in a statement which reads “Bayobab Group acknowledges the ongoing disruptions affecting connectivity services in several West African countries due to breaks in multiple major undersea cables. Recognising the critical importance of consistent internet and communication services, we are fully committed to swiftly addressing these disruptions. “To mitigate the impact on our customers in the affected countries, our operations are actively working to reroute traffic through alternative network paths and engaging with…

The 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Mohood Olalekan Balogun, Allí Okunmade II has joined his ancestors. The reverred Monarch died at the University College Hospital (UCH) Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. He was admitted into the health facility on Thursday evening. Reports has it that the late monarch was taken to the hospital Wednesday morning having stayed indoor throughout Tuesday on due to slight fever. The announcement of his passing was made by his younger brother, Dr Kola Balogun in a statement by the Personal Assistant (Media) to the late monarch, Oladele Ogunsola. “Baba was hale and hearty on Monday,…

The establishment of the Regional Coordinating Centre, RCC, of the Africa Centres for Disease Control, Africa-CDC, in Nigeria has been approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in his capacity as the African Union Champion for Human Resources for Health and Community Health Delivery Partnership. This was revealed in a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity. He disclosed that the President’s approval of the siting of the Centre in Abuja is part of his larger effort to convey Nigeria’s commitment to regional and global health security. Speaking further, he said it was also to…