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By Jimmy Fatunbi The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo LCDA, Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo unveiled Onigbongbo Spark Fest during the World Tourism Day 2025 Symposium in Lagos. He reaffirmed the council’s commitment to positioning itself as the gateway of tourism and hospitality in Lagos. Highlighting Onigbongbo’s thriving hospitality corridors like Toyin Street, Opebi, Allen, Kudirat Abiola Way and Ikeja GRA, he noted that tourism is more than leisure but a catalyst for jobs, commerce and pride. Citing “Detty December” numbers, Hon. Moyosore revealed that Lagos generated $71m last year with projections to double to $143.2m this year. This is not unconnected…

By Olugbolahan Kuku The Sultan of Sokoto and Joint-Chairman National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar visited the Royal Household of the late Awujale of Ijebuland Oba Dr. Sikiru Kayode Adetona in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State on Saturday September 27, 2025. From the seat of the caliphate to Ijebu land appears nearly a straight line if you navigate as-the-crow-flies! This geographical phenomenon is not a coincidence… It is symbolic of a great relationship between a great kingdom in the South-West of Nigeria and the seat of the great Sokoto Caliphate in the North-West of Nigeria! The…

By Oluwabukunmi As Nigeria marked its 65th Independence Anniversary on Sunday, the Federal Government appealed to citizens to remain patient and supportive of ongoing reforms under President Bola Tinubu, assuring that the policies are designed to deliver long-term transformation. Speaking at an inter-denominational church service held at the National Ecumenical Christian Centre, Abuja, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, said governance was a shared responsibility that required unity and resilience. “Under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, our nation is undergoing bold reforms aimed not at temporary relief but at lasting transformation,” Akume said in…

By Kola Folorunso  As workforce speeds up action on deadline – As an alternative option to making the business transactions of the market sellers and traders in the Agboju Market in Amuwo Odofin Local Government comfortable and seamless, the Amuwo Odofin Local Government has approved the relocation option of the traders selling on the road and major government walk ways in the area, to a conducive, cleaner and safer temporary market settlement, which is currently under construction in the Agboju Area of the local government. To effect the rapid construction of the market site, the Executive Chairman of the Local…

By Peter Omopo The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has suspended the sale of petrol in naira following a fresh dispute with oil and gas unions, who have halted crude oil and natural gas supply to the facility over the alleged wrongful dismissal of a worker. The unions, under the umbrella of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN), announced the industrial action on Sunday, saying it would continue until the refinery reinstates the affected staff and addresses labour concerns. The move immediately disrupted operations at Africa’s largest refinery, forcing management to suspend retail sales of petrol in…

By Oluwabukunmi 29th September 2025 – Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, on Sunday held a thanksgiving service at St. Paul’s Cathedral, Garrison, Port Harcourt, to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary. However, the event was overshadowed by the conspicuous absence of 27 state lawmakers loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, as well as all 23 local government chairmen in the state. Governor Fubara, who read a Bible passage during the service, made no public remarks, and his media team has yet to issue an official statement on the event. The development has raised fresh concerns over…

By Peter Omopo 30th September 2025 – Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has dismissed the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Child Development, Hajiya Zainab Baban-Takko, from his cabinet with immediate effect. The governor’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, announced the decision in a statement issued early Monday, describing it as part of a “minor change” to the composition of the State Executive Council. “In that respect, the Honourable Commissioner for Women Affairs and Child Development, Hajiya Zainab-Baban Takko, has been relieved of her appointment with immediate effect,” the statement read. Gidado added that Governor Mohammed appreciated the…

Aare (Engr.) Benjamin Kayode Adereti has extended his heartfelt felicitations to the Honourable Minister of Marine and Blue Economy and former Governor of Osun State, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola, on the occasion of his 71st birthday. In his goodwill message, Aare Adereti described Alhaji Oyetola as “a visionary leader, a distinguished public servant, and a statesman whose unwavering dedication to the development of Osun State and Nigeria at large continues to inspire hope and progress.” He prayed for God’s continued guidance, wisdom, and strength upon the Honourable Minister, wishing him many more fruitful years of accomplishments in service to the nation…

A “suicide mission” isn’t always about taking one’s life physically. It can also mean rushing into actions, relationships, or decisions that knowingly destroy your future, peace, or purpose. Suicide missions come in many forms * Giving up completely * Chasing revenge at the cost of your soul * Sabotaging your own opportunities * Making reckless choices out of pain. Be careful by slowing down when emotions run high. Surrounding yourself with wise counsel and remembering that God always provides a way of escape from temptation and despair. Always pray before you act. HAPPY HOLY MICHAEL DAY Asiwaju Cares.

Insecurity will steal your joy and silence your voice if you let it happen. You don’t need to compete, compare,or pretend. Your worth isn’t measured by money, muscles, or applause. In marriage, your wife needs your presence, not your perfection. In relationships, real strength is shown in honesty, not pretending to have it all together. When you root your worth in people’s opinions, insecurity grows. But when you root your identity in God, confidence is unshakeable. As you are chosen. You are equipped, walk boldly, lead with character, and love with strength. Show up as the man God created you…