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By Peter Omopo | Lagos | October 9, 2025 Nigeria has lost one of its most respected elder statesmen, Dr. Christopher Kolade, a veteran broadcaster, corporate leader, diplomat, and advocate of ethical leadership, who passed away at the age of 92. His family announced his death in a statement on Thursday, confirming that the former Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom died peacefully on Wednesday, October 8, 2025. “We are thankful for his incredible life of faith and service, and are grateful for God’s abundant blessings,” the family said in the statement. A Life of Service and Integrity Born…

By Abiola Tolani A press conference was held at the University of Lagos Consultancy Services Limited (UNILAG Consult Ltd) on Wednesday, 8th October 2025, to announce the plan to launch a leadership book in honour of Governor Douye Diri. Professor Lekan Oyefara, the Managing Director of UNILAG Consult, delivered an address highlighting the details of the upcoming event. According to him, on Wednesday, 5th November 2025, a series of events — including a book launch, a public lecture, and the launch of a Professorial Chair — will take place in honour of His Excellency, Governor Douye Diri, for his ethical…

By Peter Omopo | October 9, 2025 | Washington Former U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed scepticism about his chances of winning the Nobel Peace Prize, even as the White House described him as “The Peace President” following the announcement of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. Speaking to reporters at the White House on Thursday, Trump said he doubted that the Norwegian Nobel Committee would award him the prestigious honour, despite what he described as his record of resolving multiple global conflicts. “I have no idea,” Trump said when asked about his chances. “Marco (Secretary of State Marco…

Segilola Resources Operations Limited (SROL), Nigeria’s foremost gold mining company, reaffirmed its leadership in shaping conversations around mining, inclusion, and community wellbeing at the Nigerian-South African Chamber of Commerce breakfast session, held at Eko Hotel and Suites in Lagos. Themed “Unlocking Africa’s Hidden Wealth: Mining as a Catalyst for Bilateral Movement,” the forum convened business executives, policymakers, and industry leaders from both nations to deepen trade and investment ties. SROL’s Country Manager, Austin Menegbo, delivered the keynote address and participated in a high-level panel discussion. In his keynote, Menegbo paid tribute to the vision and resilience of Segun Lawson, CEO…

By Peter Omopo, LAGOS — The University of Lagos Consultancy Services (Unilag Consult) today unveiled plans to host a high-profile book launch, public lecture, and academic inauguration in honour of His Excellency, Senator Douye Diri, Governor of Bayelsa State. The announcement was made at a press conference held this morning at the Conference Hall of Unilag Consult, Akoka. Professor John Lekan Oyefara, Managing Director of Unilag Consult, led the address, laying out the scope of what he described as a “triple event” — the unveiling of a book, a lecture, and the launch of a new professorial chair. The flagship…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Every person was created with a divine purpose. You are not an accident. Your life, your gifts, and your dreams were all designed by God to fulfil a unique mission on earth. * Discover your life purpose __ Your life has meaning beyond your daily routines or circumstances. Spend time in prayer and reflection. Ask God to reveal His purpose for your life and trust that He will guide your steps as you walk in faith. * Recognise your God-given talents __ Each of us has been blessed with special gifts. Talents that make us who…

By Sola Ojewusi The death of Lieutenant Dr. Samson Haruna, a young military medical officer from Jos, Plateau State, has gripped the nation in sorrow — and now, controversy. Earlier reports alleged that Dr. Haruna’s wife, Retyit Dalong Haruna, set him ablaze during a violent quarrel barely five months after their wedding. He later died from severe burns at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, sparking outrage and condemnation across social media. But in a recorded audio message released days after the tragedy, Retyit offered a different version of events. Her voice, trembling yet defiant, insisted: “I did not kill…

A perfect home is not made of luxury, but of love that forgives, faith that stands, and truth that binds hearts together. Marriage is not a competition but a partnership ordained by God. It’s two imperfect people choosing, daily, to walk together in love and patience. A strong relationship thrives not on public validation but on private devotion. What matters is not how beautiful your home looks online, but how peaceful it feels inside. Be intentional about nurturing real conversations, laughter, and prayer more than posts and likes. When God is the foundation of your home, storms may come, but…

By Olugbolahan Kuku 6th of October 2025, the ancient Agboyi Creek gets the biggest medical outreach she has yet experienced! It was the opening ceremony of a 2-Day free medical outreach in Agboyi-Ketu LCDA. The international humanitarian aid was brought to the people of Agboyi-Ketu by the Taiwan Root Medical Peace Corps as facilitated and sponsored by Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila; Chief of Staff to the President; Federal Republic of Nigeria and coordinated by the Lagos State Health District 2. The Chief host was of course the elegant Chairman of Agboyi-Ketu LCDA; Hon. Adetola Adunni Abubakar. In a magnificent carnival-style…

By Peter Omopo Former spokesperson for Atiku Abubakar’s 2019 presidential campaign, Segun Showunmi, has urged the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) and the Federal Ministry of Information to impose stricter regulations on broadcast media in Nigeria, citing what he described as “a worrying collapse of professionalism” among some television anchors. Showunmi made the remarks in a strongly worded post on X (formerly Twitter) late Tuesday, titled “ENOUGH IS ENOUGH: WHEN BROADCASTERS BECOME THE STORY.” He criticised what he called a growing culture of “provocation and bias” on national television, particularly among hosts who “abandon professionalism for partisanship.” “When television anchors abandon…