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Since Nigeria has been enmeshed in economic hardship that started after the removal of fuel subsidy last year, Primate Elijah Ayodele, a Nigerian prophet, has been practically taking several measures to alleviate Nigerians from penury through different philanthropic activities. Long before fuel subsidy was removed, Primate Ayodele has always dedicated the first Sunday of every month for ‘food service’, a service where everyone would go home with packs of food items like Rice, Beans, Garri, crates of eggs, tubers of yam, and a token. Immediately fuel subsidy was removed, Primate Ayodele doubled his effort by making food service almost every…

…the poor, elderly, vulnerable to get free allocation Ogun State has purchased 100 trucks load of rice to be sold at cheaper rates to residents of the state to cushion the effect of the rise in the prices of goods in the country. The state governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun stated this on Wednesday while speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abeokuta, the state capital. Prince Abiodun disclosed that the rice would be subsidized and made available at the rate it was before the recent astronomical rise in the prices of the commodities. He, however, said the poor, the elderly, and…

The Zion Prayer Movement Outreach Ministry (ZPMOM) has announced its plan to hold a prayer crusade in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, on Saturday, February 24, 2024. Evangelist Chukwuebuka Anozie Obi, the Spiritual Director of the ministry, announced this at the Sunday Fellowship programme held at Zion ground, Onyebuchi Estate, Ago Palace Way, Okota, Lagos. He said the programme, tagged “Power Pack Crusade”, would be held at the Exhibition Hall and Events Pavilion, Department of Art and Culture, FCT, opposite Radio House, Abuja. The programme is the first such crusade to be held outside Lagos by the ministry since it…

…. Deploys mechanised sweeping on strategic road The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has organised the first quarter health and safety training for sanitation workers in the state, aimed at prioritising their health, safety, and overall well-being in the course of duty. Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, noted that the Authority recognised the health hazards associated with manual sweeping, hence the decision to roll out a comprehensive health and safety training program, which covered critical areas like proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), among others. He said, “Our sweepers are the unsung heroes who keep Lagos clean.…

Get ready to be swept away by Ekunrawo, the rising Nigerian star whose music transcends borders and languages. This multi-talented artist, born Adeleke Timileyin Babatunde, is captivating audiences with his unique sound and charming personality. From his humble beginnings in Lagos, Ekunrawo’s musical journey began in 2012 and skyrocketed with a record deal in 2018. His fluency in Yoruba, English, and Russian allows him to connect with fans across continents, weaving his cultural tapestry into captivating melodies. But Ekunrawo is more than just a musician. This international fashion model also holds a degree in Civil Engineering, topped with a PhD!…

As Nigeria finds itself at a critical crossroads, grappling with simultaneous challenges of a food crisis and a foreign exchange (forex) shortage. This is even as the nation seeks solutions to mitigate these pressing issues, the debate over whether to open its borders for importation has intensified. The food crisis gripping Nigeria has raised concerns about food security and access to essential nutrition for millions of citizens. Adverse weather conditions, supply chain disruptions, and other factors have contributed to dwindling food supplies and soaring prices, placing a significant strain on households and exacerbating the vulnerability of already marginalized communities. Meanwhile,…

L-R: Team member, Ibadan Durante, Ahmed Umar; Captain, Ibadan Durante, Rita Alakija; Head, Brands and Communications, Coronation Group Limited, Aishat Anaekwe; Chief Marketing and Communications Manager, Coronation Group Limited, Ngozi Akinyele, MD/CEO, Coronation Group Limited, Wole Onasanya; Executive Director, Coronation Life Assurance, Adebowale Adesona, Representative of Coronation Registrars Limited, Sophie Paul, Team member, Ibadan Durante, Carl Alakija, and Team member, Ibadan Durante, Koye Ige, at the Coronation Silver Cup Finals in Lagos last Sunday, where the trophy was presented to Ibadan Durante, the victorious team of the 2024 Lagos Polo tournament. Coronation Group Limited, Africa’s leading financial services provider, successfully…

..MORE LIES EXHUMED (Video) After several attempts to tarnish the image of Mountain Of Fire and Miracle Ministries (MFM) and its founder, Dr. DK Olukoya, Funke Ashekun plans to seek asylum using false stories about the ministry has been finally exposed. https://youtu.be/gn6oyr-oaIg?si=m5nlDUnxOn2aAk6j A few weeks ago on her UNSCRIPTURAL FALSE LOADED BROADCAST on Facebook and YouTube where she always retort lies to get viewers’ attention and seek for followers, all for the YouTube money, because obviously she is Jobless. Funke let me introduce myself, I have been in the journalism industry for years, Reporting on Kingdom matters across the Nation…

-invites commissioners, top officials for briefing The Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday asked Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to urgently summon a stakeholders’ meeting to address the current hardship experienced by residents of the state in order for the government to adopt sustainable solutions beyond palliatives. The lawmakers noted that though the current economic situation pervades the entire Nigeria and is mostly global in outlook, Lagos State and its local governments must do more to ameliorate the suffering in the land. The House also advised leaders and statesmen to join forces with the government and play persuasive roles instead of…

FirstBank has launched the second season of its Cash Out promo designed to reward users of FirstMobile, its industry-leading mobile banking solution. The FirstBank Cash Out Promo 2.0 which began on Monday, 15 January 2024, ends on Friday, 15 March 2024, and is open to new and existing customers. Leading up to the grand finale – with 1 million naira up for grabs – the promo comprises three distinct categories, each offering attractive rewards comprising N10,000 worth of airtime and data, N20,000.00, and N100,000.00 respectively. In the first category, 100 lucky customers will win N10,000 worth of airtime and data…