MY TEN KOBO; BARR TUNDE BRAIMAH@INFINITY

Today, I celebrate my friend, brother and an unusual politician, Barr Tunde Braimah, on his birthday.

German Agency Set to Partner Ogun on Vocational Training, Agric Development

The German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ) has pledged to partner the Ogun State Government on vocational training and agricultural development.

Expert Hails Mrs Akeredolu As She Takes Over Case of Advanced Stage Cancer Patient, Launches N200m Crowd Support Fund

Founder of BRECAN and wife of the Ondo State Governor, Her Excellency, Mrs. Betty Anyanwu – Akeredolu kicks off Crowd Funding Initiative to support Ondo State women with Breast Cancer.

NB DONATES CLINIC, MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND 100KVA GENERATOR TO NIGERIA IMMIGRATION SERVICE

Nigerian Breweries Plc has commissioned and donated a newly constructed, fully equipped clinic and 100KVA generator to the Nigerian Immigration Service in Ikoyi, Lagos State.  According to the company, the donation was done in line with its philosophy of Winning with Nigeria and to confirm it identifies with the vision and mission of key stakeholders in the Nigerian project. 

We devote 70 per cent of NDDC budget to on-going projects, says Ekere

The Managing Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, Mr Nsima Ekere, has stated that the Commission is devoting 70 per cent of its budget to the completion of on-going projects in the Niger Delta region.

FUN, EXCITEMENT AS NIGERIAN BREWERIES LIGHT UP BEER FESTIVAL

Activities at the stand of Nigerian Breweries considerably scaled up the fun and excitement at the on-going maiden edition of the Nigeria Beer Festival in Lagos.

Oyo Govt Closes Agodi Zoo

The Oyo State Government has announced the immediate closure of Agodi Zoo.

DNA CENTRE: PERPETRATORS OF DOMESTIC, SEXUAL CRIMES CAN’T ESCAPE JUSTICE ANY LONGER- AMBODE

Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Friday expressed optimism that the new DNA Forensic Centre of the State Government would go a long way in ensuring that perpetrators of domestic violence and sexual crimes are punished in line with the provision of the law.

World Tourism Day: Tourism Can't Achieve Its Potentials Without Sustainability - Minister

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has said that sustainability is absolutely necessary if tourism is to achieve its full potentials, which include being a catalyst for economic growth and poverty eradication.

Heritage Bank reiterates commitment to Nigeria’s entertainment industry

Heritage Bank Plc has reiterated its commitment to the growth and development of Nigeria’s creative industry because it is a major contributor to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). 

FirstBank Celebrates its CRS Week themed Promoting Kindness: Putting You First

First Bank of Nigeria Limited has initiated a whole week of celebrating its Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CR&S) initiatives from September 25 – 29, 2017.

World Bank Hails Ogun's Development Drive

The World Bank has hailed the industrialisation and agricultural development drive of the Ogun State government.

DISASTER PREVENTION: LASG INCREASES MONITORING, SURVEILLANCE CAPACITIES OF RELEVANT AGENCIES

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday stated that in order to avert disaster and the resultant loss of lives and properties in the State, his administration has scaled up the monitoring and surveillance capacities of relevant agencies to ensure compliance with appropriate laws.

AMBODE UNVEILS NEW 20-FEET STATUE OF PA OBAFEMI AWOLOWO

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Tuesday unveiled the new 20-feet statue of the late sage and nationalist, Chief Obafemi Awolowo in Ikeja, saying that the State was in sync with the position of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on restructuring and devolution of powers.

Oyo Commemorates World Tourism Day with Mountaineering

The Oyo State Government on Tuesday said that activities marking the 2017 World Tourism Day will come up on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 with mountaineering at the Ado Awaye suspended lake which is one of the two lakes on the hill in the World.  

MY TEN KOBO ; HABIB4LIFE@INFINITY

Today, I celebrate my personal person, brother, and a fellow abula ( amala+ewedu+gbegiri) afficionado, Habib Aruna, on his birthday.

AMBODE OKAYS RECONSTRUCTION OF ONIKAN STADIUM

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Sunday approved the rehabilitation and upgrade of the 5,000 capacity Onikan Stadium, near Tafawa Balewa Square Lagos Island, in order to make it meet the expectations of a 21st Century sporting facility.

Fatherland, motherland as murderland by Festus Adedayo

The inspiration for this piece came from a poem written by a young poet and final year Law student of the University of Ibadan, Kunle Adebajo entitled Goodbye, Murderland. The poet lamented why the tree was rendered fatherless like an oak at autumn and why “mothers are murdered and slaughtered for their daughters to watch.” 

UBA Disrupts the Market, Delights Customers with Callback Technology

It would appear that the United Bank for Africa Plc has carved a niche for itself and gone way above its peers with its deployment of Al-powered Callback Technology.

AMBODE DONATES 120 5KVA GENERATING SETS TO POWER POLICE FORMATIONS

Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday handed over 120 new 5KVA generating sets to the Lagos State Police Command to power all police formations across the State, with a pledge of continuous support to security agencies to ensure optimal performance.

Twenty-two entrepreneurs benefit from Isedowo in Ekiti

Twenty-two entrepreneurs received grants of N300,000 each to support their businesseswhen the train of the ongoing Goldberg empowerment initiative, Isedowo stopped in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, on Friday, September 22, 2017.

Minister Condemns Deadly Attack on Benin Zoo

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has
strongly condemned the attack on Ogba Zoo and Nature Park in Benin,
Edo State, on Sunday, during which three policemen were killed and the
Head of the Zoo, Dr. Andy Ehanire, was abducted by the attackers.

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Monarch Sues for Peace as Ogun Community Holds African Integration Cultural Show

The Royal Father of Ikolaje Idiroko, an International border town in Ogun State, Oba John Olakunle Ojo has called on African leaders to use culture in uniting the people.

AMBODE REVIVES AWO’S LEGACY OF PUBLIC FINANCE BY KEHINDE BAMIGBETAN

It is forty years and 139 days after he joined the saints on May 9, 1987. Many folks – loyalists and admirers- will flock to the site of his imposing statue Tuesday September 26 to watch the dramatic re-emergence of the philosopher, statesman and politician. A few acquainted with his interest in metaphysics may tarry till the veil has been cast away. As one of Moses Olaiya’s comic offerings remind, the dead may resurrect amidst the celebration!

LAGOS NEW LEGAL YEAR PROGRAMME MAY BE SHIFTED

Strong indications emerged at the weekend that the activities lined up for the New Legal Year programme of the Lagos State Judiciary may be postponed. 

OYO APC Commends Olubadan on court case, insists allowances regular

The All Progressives Congress, Oyo State Chapter, has commended the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji for the court process he initiated, saying that the step is a more honourable one compared to the previous combative steps and provocative statements from the palace.

Breast Cancer: Betty Akeredolu Launches BRECAN in Lagos

The First Lady of Ondo State and the founder of Breast Cancer Association of Nigeria (BRECAN) has called for all hands to be on deck in the fight against breast cancer.

NIGERIAN BREWERIES COMMISSIONS BLOCK OF CLASSROOMS AT UYO

Nigerian Breweries Plc has commissioned a newly built blockof classrooms, library and toilet facilities at the Special Education Center for Exceptional Children in Uyo,   State in honour ofImoh Eno-Essien, the 2016 Maltina Teacher of the Year.

AMBODE TO UNVEIL NEW AWOLOWO STATUE TUESDAY

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode will on Tuesday September 26, 2017 unveil a new iconic statue of the late sage and nationalist, Chief Obafemi Awolowo.

Zenith Bank built the roads to some of its branches - Jim Ovia

Jim Ovia, founder of Zenith Bank, says his company constructed some of the roads to its branches.

MY TEN KOBO; MUYIWA AKINTUNDE@INFINITY

Today I celebrate my brother, mentor, a friend in a million, Muyiwa Akintunde on his birthday.
Olumuyiwa Ala, ekun Oko Vera, Abosede Omo Ikuboroje ni Otube
Owo baba Ifeoluwa, Ekun baba Adeyinka.

NatnuPreneur is helping to boost Employment in Nigeria - Experts

The call by the Federal Government for private sector investment in the Agricultural sector seems to be yielding positive result as many corporate organizations are beginning to show more interest in agribusiness. However, blazing the trail amongst them is Amo group of companies through their natnuPreneur broiler out grower scheme.

Stakeholders applaud Oyo Govt on Improved WASSCE results

Stakeholders in education Sector in Oyo State have celebrated the state’s performance in the recently released WASSCE results, urging the state government to continue to enforce its education reformation  policies.

LAGOS SETS UP JOINT TACTICAL SQUAD TO SECURE SCHOOLS IN RIVERINE AREAS

The Lagos State Government has set up a Joint Tactical Squad comprising of officers of all the security agencies to heighten security within and around Model Colleges and all schools in the outskirts, riverine and other vulnerable areas of the State.

FOR THE RECORDS; PMB'S STATEMENT AT 72nd UNGA

STATEMENT DELIVERED BY

HIS EXCELLENCY MUHAMMADU BUHARI,
PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA

Ajimobi lays foundation of 13.5 hectares Aso Ofi market

Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi has laid the foundation of the 13.5hectares Aso Ofi International Tourism Market at Iseyin, saying that the state is ready to partner genuine investors to preserve its historical sites, artifacts and monuments.

Betty Akeredolu Takes Fight Against Cancer To Lagos, Woos Eminent Nigerians To Official Launch On September 22

Lagos State will play host to the Convener of Breast Cancer Association of Nigeria (BRECAN), Her Excellency, Arabinrin Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu.

I USE MATHEMATICS TO REFRESH MY BRAIN – COWBELLPEDIA CONTESTANT

Master Ibrahim Isa Jajere of Nigerian Tulip International Boys College, Damaturu, Yobe State has disclosed that Mathematics remains the best brain refresher in times of challenges and difficulties.

3SC’s woes not financial, shake up imminent – Chairman

The Executive Chairman of the Shooting Stars Sports Club, 3SC, Mr Gbolagade Busari has hinted that major decisions at improving the fortunes of the club will be made in a matter of weeks, emphasizing that the club’s poor performance was not due to the lack of funding.

FG Accuses IPOB of Using Fake Videos To Hoodwink International Community

The Federal Government has accused the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) of using fake videos of mass killings, harvested from other parts of Africa and doctored to look current, to mislead the
international community and win their support.

INTER-STATE BUSES: OJOTA PARK READY TO RECEIVE RELOCATED OPERATORS - NURTW

The Chairman of Lagos State Branch of National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Alhaji Tajudeen Agbede on Tuesday said the inter-state transport park at Odo-Iyaalaro in Ojota is now ready to receive the operators banned along Ikorodu Road.

LAGOS UNVEILS NEW STRATEGY TO BOOST INFORMAL SECTOR

The Lagos State Government has concluded plans to launch a compendium of registered artisans in the State to scale up the informal sector with the overall objective of increasing job opportunities and growing the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the State.

NIGERIA BEER FESTIVAL PROMISES MAXIMUM ENTERTAINMENT,INDEPENDENCE DAY MEGA CONCERT

As Lagos State is set to host the maiden edition of the Nigeria Beer Festival from September 25 to October 1, 2017, organizers of the event have promised to crown the week-long event with an Independence Day  mega concert.

TONY ELUMELU ENTREPRENEURS TO RECEIVE TECH SUPPORT FROM MICROSOFT

Microsoft, through its 4Afrika Initiative, has collaborated with the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) to provide entrepreneurs in the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme with technology-based tools, resources and mentorship. Through this support – which will benefit TEF entrepreneurs across the continent – the two organisations will help entrepreneurs effectively use ICT to modernise their businesses, enrich their offerings and reach new customers.

MY TEN KOBO;LOYALTY AS A CULTURAL PARADIGM

My father once defined loyalty to me as an act of mutual reciprocity between a leader and the led, between friends and associates, , between kinsmen and lovers, and even between parents and children.

Elumelu at Chatham House: The Pervasive Negative Narrative Around Africa is our Continent’s Greatest Challenge”

At a gathering of senior policymakers and developments experts hosted by UK’s leading foreign policy institute, the Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Tony Elumelu, spoke on a panel alongside United Kingdom Minister of State, Department for International Development (DFID), Rory Stewart, OBE, where he condemned the pervasive stereotypes in the media around Africa and the resulting negative narrative as “Africa’s greatest challenge.”

Methodist Prelate wants more funds for NDDC

The Prelate of the Methodist Church Nigeria, Dr. Samuel Uche, has urged the National Assembly to increase the funding of the Niger-Delta Development Commission, NDDC, to enable it impact positively on the lives of people of the Niger Delta region.

Oyo APC challenges Ladoja on Free Land Gift

The Oyo State Chapter of All Progressive Congress (APC) has challenged the former Governor of the State, Senator Rashidi Ladoja to produce the evidence that he asked the Oyo State Housing Corporation for the cost of the land magnanimously allocated to him by the state government.

Ogun Appoints 130 Principals, Others

The Ogun State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has appointed another set of 44 principals, 85 vice principals and one zonal secretary.