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By Peter Omopo President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of the Federal University of Science and Technology (FUSTECH) in Epe, Lagos State, despite the Federal Government’s seven-year moratorium on creating new tertiary institutions. The development was announced on Thursday by Senate President Godswill Akpabio during plenary. He revealed that President Tinubu had signed the Federal University of Science and Technology, Epe (Establishment) Bill 2025 into law. “It is my honour to announce that the Federal University of Science and Technology, Epe Establishment Bill 2025 has been assented to by Mr. President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” Akpabio stated. He added…

In relationships, one of the biggest mistakes we make is trying to change our partner. Real love doesn’t FORCE TRANSFORMATION, but INSPIRES it . You can not reshape someone with pressure, complaints, or control. But you can influence them through your character, patience, and actions. Change that comes from love lasts longer than change that comes from force. * Let your kindness teach * Let your patience speak louder than your anger * Let your constitency show what words can not express * Influence: Don’t impose. When you focus on becoming the best version of yourself, you naturally influence the…

By Peter Omopo, Lagos A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dele Momodu, has called on President Bola Tinubu to reach out to respected Nigerians with global credibility to engage directly with U.S. President Donald Trump, following Washington’s recent decision to designate Nigeria as “a country of particular concern” over alleged attacks on Christians. Speaking on Friday during Channels Television’s Morning Brief programme, Momodu advised President Tinubu to put aside partisan politics and enlist the help of eminent Nigerians capable of diplomatically managing Nigeria’s international image. According to him, Nigeria possesses “some of the most brilliant and globally connected…

By Peter Omopo, Abuja A civil society organisation, Democracy Watch Initiative (DWI), has accused the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, of engaging in what it described as “authoritarian and destabilising actions” that pose a serious threat to Nigeria’s democracy. In a statement issued on Wednesday by its Director of Strategic Communication, Dr. Tunji O. Bamidele, the group alleged that Wike’s recent conduct reflected a deliberate attempt to undermine democratic institutions and destabilise political parties across the country. According to Bamidele, the minister’s actions “represent a calculated assault on the democratic fabric of our nation,” adding that…

By Peter Omopo Washington, D.C. — Former United States President Donald Trump has granted a presidential pardon to ex–Major League Baseball (MLB) star Darryl Strawberry, marking a remarkable turnaround for the one-time slugger whose career was overshadowed by drug and alcohol abuse. According to a White House official who confirmed the development to the Associated Press on Friday, the decision to pardon Strawberry follows his long journey of personal redemption, anchored in faith and sobriety. The official stated that the former New York Mets and New York Yankees standout “found faith in Christianity” and has maintained sobriety for more than…

Success in relationships or marriage doesn’t happen by chance. It’s built intentionally, step by step, with love and commitment. Just like preparing a good meal, certain ingredients are essential: * Love and Sacrifice: Love is more than a feeling. Its actions, patience, and choosing your partner daily. Sacrifice means putting aside pride, ego,and comfort to serve each other. * Trust and Faithfulness: Trust is the foundation. Be loyal in words, actions, and even thoughts. When trust is present, fear disappears. * Forgiveness: No relationship thrives with bitterness. Choose to forgive quickly and completely, just as Christ forgave us. * Communication:…

By Olugbolahan Kuku At the rate at which the Chairman and her Medical Crew are working on Healthcare, Agboyi-Ketu will end up as the healthiest Local Council in Nigeria if the records are properly taken and analyzed! Exactly a month ago, Hon. Abubakar played host to the Taiwan Root Medical Peace Corps; an International NGO for free medical services, as facilitated by Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of Staff to the President. Citizens of Agboyi-Ketu are still in the euphoria of this far-reaching medical outreach when another 3-day bumper outreach lands once again in their domain! November 4 to 6, 2025,…

By Olugbolahan Kuku The Renewed Hope Initiative of the First Lady of Nigeria Sen. Oluremi Tinubu is making great impact all over the nation. Recently, she launched the RHI 2025 Women Empowerment in Lagos State; a project she had begun to carry out all over the nation. This women empowerment and Enterprise Development programme is billed to empower 500 women and Persons Living With Disabilities in each State of the Federation. But for Lagos, the number is 1,000. This makes a total of 18,500 women that will benefit from the programmme nationwide. Back to Lagos, the selected beneficiaries from Agboyi-Ketu…

By Peter Omopo Lagos – Vice President Kashim Shettima, Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang, and the University of Lagos (UNILAG) have extolled Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, for his outstanding leadership and transformative investments in education and governance, describing his contribution to knowledge and national development as “exceptional and visionary.” They gave the commendations on Wednesday at the University of Lagos during the formal Book Presentation, Public Lecture, and Institution of a Professorial Chair on Leadership and Good Governance in honour of Governor Diri. The event also witnessed the launch of a book titled “Leadership Chronicles of Governor Douye…

By Daniel Alabrah *Varsity Endows Chair, Presents Book On Bayelsa Gov *Diri: It’s Motivation For Greater Service Vice President Kashim Shettima, Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, and Vice Chancellor of the University of Lagos, Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, have lauded Governor Douye Diri’s remarkable strides in the education sector through transformative initiatives. They described his administration’s reforms and investments in the sector as visionary in driving a knowledge-based economy. They gave the commendation at the formal Book Presentation/Launch, Public Lecture and Institution of a Professorial Chair on Leadership and Good Governance in honour of Senator Diri at the University of Lagos…