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Chairman of the Southern Governors Forum (SGF) and Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated the Ondo State Governor, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on his inauguration as the seventh democratically elected governor of Ondo State.Abiodun, who described the inauguration as a new chapter in a glorious dawn for the people of the Sunshine State, said the Ondo State governor had left no one in doubt about his resolve to radically transform the state and usher it into an era of prosperity under the All Progressives Congress (APC) banner.He stated that the fact that the governor has just unveiled plans…

The leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, demonstrated religious tolerance by preaching at a pre-Ramadan lecture he was invited to in Lagos.The lecture, which took place on Sunday, February 23rd, 2025, was attended by Muslim faithfuls who were astonished by Primate Ayodele’s unprecedented gesture—not only gracing the event but also preaching to them in the spirit of unity.At the lecture, Primate Ayodele spoke on the subject of love, emphasizing that the only thing God desires from mankind is the expression of love, regardless of any differences.He explained that he has not come into this life for religion…

Mediacraft Associates, a full-service Public Relations and Integrated Brand Communications consultancy firm, has been appointed as the public relations agency by the Alpha Mead Group, one of Africa’s leading total real estate solutions companies. This strategic partnership, which takes effect immediately, is aimed at attaining the company’s corporate objectives, by enhancing the company’s brand reputation, strengthening stakeholder and media relations, and effectively implementing its corporate communications. With an extensive track record in delivering impactful PR strategies, Mediacraft will now support Alpha Mead in achieving its communication goals and driving visibility across all media platforms. The partnership will focus on sustaining…

Fidelity Bank Plc is making impressive strides on its path to fulfilling the recapitalization targets set by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). With a successful first phase of its capital-raising initiative that recorded over 238% over subscription and share price growth of over 100% evidencing a huge surge in investor confidence for the bank. Following the successful completion of phase 1 of its capital raise, the bank is exceptionally well-positioned to not only meet the regulatory threshold strengthen but also fuel its growth trajectory.With the recent conclusion of its equity capital raise through a Public Offer and Rights Issue,…

President Bola Tinubu has flagged off the reconstruction and expansion of the Lagos-Ibadan Dual Carriageway, section 1, and section 1 of the Lagos-Sagamu Expressway.Performing the flag-off at Sagamu, Ogun State, President Tinubu said the project, which would be completed in 24 months, would cover underpasses at Kara, Wawa, Magboro, and Arepo, while flyover bridges would be constructed at Kilometer 16 around the Mountain of Fire Ministries (MFM) and Kilometer 37 at Makun around Sagamu.Pedestrian bridges, the president informed, would be constructed at Arepo, Magboro, NASFAT, Deeper Life, and Redemption Camp, while the construction of the 60 kilometers remaining portion of…

Digital solutions services provider, Globacom, has disclosed details of its ongoing nationwide network enhancement efforts to guarantee a better customer experience on the network. The company said the current phase of network improvement, which started last year, entailed the statewide rollout of new sites and the upgrading of the entire scope of its telecoms infrastructure upgrade, from the core network to access network, transmission and IP network, fiber network, metro access and backbone infrastructure as well as passive equipment expansion like power and environment. It promised to continue to be dedicated to creating a top-notch telecommunications infrastructure and providing customers…

By Adeyemi ObadimuThe Presidential Community Engagement Team in South west led by the Senior Special Assistant Moremi Ojudu recently held an important meeting with Vice President Sen. Kashim Shettima, to review the community engagement activities carried out across various regions and discuss potential areas for further support. The meeting, which was a crucial part of ongoing efforts to improve communication and collaboration between the government and grassroots communities, was centered on how to enhance the impact of these activities and expand their reach.As Community Engagers, our primary role is to act as a vital bridge between the government and the…

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO), a leading financial services institution renowned for its innovative approach to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and stakeholder engagement, today announced the launch of its “Waste for Gas” project to improve quality of life for households and empower women in underserved communities. This transformative initiative aims to distribute 3,000 3kg gas cylinders with burners to low-income households in Obafemi Owode Local Government, Mowe, Ogun State. The Waste for Gas project underscores GTCO’s unwavering commitment to improving outcomes for people and communities. By providing households with gas-powered cooking, the initiative simplifies daily routines, freeing up time…

The Chief Executive Officer of Micheno Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society, Uno Eke, has been sentenced to one year in prison for conspiracy, obtaining property by false pretence, and money laundering amounting to N2bn.This was disclosed in a statement by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on its verified X handle on Saturday.The statement revealed that Eke was convicted by Justice Rosemary Oghoghorie of the Federal High Court in Calabar, Cross River State, after pleading guilty to four amended charges preferred against him by the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the EFCC.The statement partly read, “Justice Rosemary Dugbo Oghoghorie of the Federal High…

By Rasaq Hamzat Osun State has been in the news lately due to a crisis that erupted following a Court of Appeal judgment that reportedly reinstated the sacked local government chairmen, just a few days before the election of new council bosses. Meanwhile, the truth of the matter is that there was no part in the judgment that instructed the sacked chairmen to return to office. The appeal court only addressed the issue of jurisdiction, not the judgment that had sacked the chairmen in 2022 under the administration of former Governor Gboyega Oyetola. Immediately after the appeal court judgment, the…