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By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo Igi kan kò dá igbó ṣe…one tree cannot make a forest. Life is built on shared effort, not isolation. Whether in marriage, at home, in the church, within groups, or even in leadership and government, progress comes when we unite, support one another, and move with one purpose. No matter how strong or capable one person is, true success and lasting impact are born from teamwork and harmony because, in togetherness, we always achieve more. Asiwaju Cares

By Daniel Alabrah Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, has said the late Senator Barinada Barry Mpigi was a man whose life left a lasting impact on people and communities. Speaking during the outing and thanksgiving service held in honour of the late federal legislator at the Beth-El Anglican Church, Koroma Deanery in Tai local government area of Rivers State on Sunday, Governor Diri urged Nigerians to nurture and value relationship, noting that good memories and legacies were the consolation of the living. He expressed regret over his inability to attend the his funeral activities due to official commitments,…

By Jimmy Fatunbi Iran has maintained its refusal to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, insisting the waterway will remain closed as long as a United States naval blockade continues, despite an extended ceasefire. Tehran reinforced its stance on Thursday, announcing the seizure of two ships attempting to pass through the narrow channel, a key route for roughly one-fifth of global oil shipments. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) said late Wednesday it had ordered 31 vessels to turn back or return to port as part of what it described as a blockade targeting Iran. Tensions persist even as diplomatic…

The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Gen Buba Marwa (rtd) and other experts have raised the alarm over growing substance abuse that  is reshaping the national conversation, saying there is the need for national emergency to tackle the social menace in the interest of future generations. Marwa and other experts, including the President of Recovery Advocacy Network, Dr Adekunle Adesina, gave the warning at the weekend in Abuja during  the third edition of “Fly Above the High” conference. The event was put in place  to spark awareness and collective response for a sweeping national response. Echoing the urgency to…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo In life, the warnings we ignore are the very ones meant to save us. As Yoruba says, “Tí ẹni bá ń sùnwọ̀n, kì í gbọ́”…when pride takes over, listening fades away. Wisdom often comes through correction, guidance, and even uncomfortable truths, but arrogance can blind us to all of it. Stay humble enough to listen because a listening heart is what keeps a person from falling into avoidable mistakes. Asiwaju Cares

By Jimmy Fatunbi The Executive Chairman of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Moyosore Adebanjo, in collaboration with the Lagos State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources, has announced the official commencement of the Monthly Environmental Sanitation Exercise within the LCDA. This initiative follows a strategic meeting involving key environmental officers, Mrs. Onasanya Adeyosola, Director from the Ministry of Environment; Mr. Alade Akorese, Special Adviser on Environment to the Executive Chairman; and Sanitarian Afolashade Oluyemisi Banjo, Head of Department of Environment. The meeting culminated in a unified mandate to restore, uphold and sustain the aesthetic and hygienic standards…

Nigerian Star Oba Femi Stuns WrestleMania, Floors Brock Lesnar in Explosive Clash By Kolawole Omotola OlaideNigerian-born wrestling sensation Oba Femi has taken the global spotlight after producing one of the biggest upsets in recent WrestleMania history, defeating WWE icon Brock Lesnar in a dominant performance that lasted less than ten minutes. � MMA Mania +2 The blockbuster encounter at WrestleMania 42 saw Oba Femi overpower the man famously known as “The Beast,” leaving fans inside the arena stunned as the Nigerian powerhouse controlled the action from start to finish. Reports say Femi sealed victory with his devastating finisher, “Fall From…

By Kolawole Omotola Olaide Nigerian wrestling star Oba Femi is making headlines across the global sports entertainment world after being linked with a blockbuster WrestleMania clash against WWE legend Brock Lesnar. The image circulating online has sparked excitement Nigerian Wrestling Sensation Oba Femi Set for Explosive WrestleMania Showdown with Brock Lesnaramong wrestling fans, showing the powerful Nigerian athlete standing face-to-face with the former UFC champion and WWE icon. Many supporters believe the match could become one of the most talked-about battles in WrestleMania history. Oba Femi has built a reputation as one of the fastest-rising talents in professional wrestling. Known…

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Tí ẹ̀bìtì kò bá pa ẹ̀ràn, a fi ẹ̀yìn fún ẹlẹ́yìn” reminds us that negligence doesn’t just harm what’s obvious but it can quietly expose us to hidden dangers. In life, a lack of vigilance today can open doors to unexpected setbacks tomorrow. Stay alert, be intentional, and handle even the small things with care because the problems we ignore often return from angles we never anticipated. Asiwaju Cares

By Asiwaju Dele Taiwo “Tí onireke bá ní òun kò fi ń ìgbà mọ́, èyí tó ti fi ń ṣile, kò ní parun”….“If the sugarcane seller says he no longer uses the press, what he has already used it for will not go to waste.” Even when things seem to fall apart today, remember that your past victories, efforts, and growth are not erased. They continue to echo in your life. Seasons may change, and paths may shift, but the value of what you’ve built remains a foundation no storm can destroy. Your old glory still speaks, and it will…