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The Arole Oduduwa & Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, on Friday pledged that the multimillion naira worth Ife Grand Resort and Industrial Park, was established for youth development and capacity building. Ooni Ogunwusi who made the position known at the official opening of the facility along Ife/Ibadan expressway, Ile-Ife, explained that direct employment has been created for over one hundred youths while indirect employment opportunities have equally been created for over five hundred others. In his address through a former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, Ooni Ogunwusi urged stakeholders especially those in leadership capacities to…

PRESS STATEMENT The Senate on Thursday finally passed the long awaited Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill, 2021. The upper chamber during a clause-by-clause consideration of the bill approved electronic transmission of results during elections, provided that such areas are adjudged by the National Communications Commission to be adequately covered under its national coverage and approved by the National Assembly. The approval came following an amendment to Clause 52(3) by Senator Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi (APC, Niger North) during consideration of a report by the Committee on Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The amendment was seconded by Senator Ali Ndume (APC, Borno South).…

By Yẹra Moses Olafare Eminent Nigerians including Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State and former governor of Ogun state, Senator Ibikunle Amosun across have sent felicitations to the business mogul, Princess (Dr.) Toyin Kolade, ahead of her installation as the Iyalaje of Oduduwa Race worldwide (Iyalaje Oodua) by the Arole Oduduwa Olofin Adimula Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife. In a statement on Wednesday by his Director of Media & Public Affairs, Comrade Moses Olafare who doubles as Secretary of the Installation Planning Committee, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi had earlier three months ago announced the selection…

By Wale Ojo-Lanre Honestly, it is only a few people who can stretch their necks and point out the mistakes or false moves of a highly respected and globally adored personality like Chief Afe Babalola. Two reasons can be adduced for this, one, truth is bitter. Most of us are allergic to the truth. It hurts to the marrow, so people are always careful and scared of telling the truth, especially to someone who is a special being. Secondly , eminent personality in high places or accomplished icons of solid gold , fame, influence and wealth do not normally consider…

The Board of Directors of First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has confirmed the appointment of acting Managing Director Yemisi Edun to retain the seat. Ms Edun who took over the reins of day-to-day running of the celebrated bank was chosen to replace the former embattled MD Adam Nuru amidst unsavoury circumstances. While Ms Edun occupied the elevated seat, Mr. Adam was told to proceed on leave. The newly appointed Ms. Edun was former Executive Director/Chief Financial Officer of the bank. On Tuesday, July 13, 2021, Ms Edun’s appointment upon statutory confirmation of her appointment by the the Central Bank of…

By: Moses Yera Olafare The Arole Oduduwa & Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, has felicitated with the prominent business mogul, Princess (Dr.) Toyin Kolade, on the occasion of her birthday anniversary. Ooni Ogunwusi who sent his heartfelt greetings on Tuesday through a statement by his Director of Media and Public Affairs, Comrade Moses Olafare, described Princess Kolade as an icon of a perfect African woman and motherhood. The natural traditional head of Oduduwa Race worldwide who is scheduled to install Princess Toyin as the Iyalaje Oodua, explained that the Ijesa-born woman has countless enviable human qualities…

The wedding in New York City of Anthony Okoroji Jnr, the only son of Chief Tony Okoroji, Chairman, Copyright Society of Nigeria (COSON), to his sweetheart, Andrea Azoro this Sunday was awesome. Every detail was intricately choreographed and masterfully executed to the hilt. This followed rigorous meetings and rehearsals the day before at Marriot Courthouse, supervised by wedding manager, Didi George, the elder sister of the famed Nigerian singer, Banky W. Didi was on point. Dressed in the best tailored tuxedoes and custom-made traditional garments unique to different cultures, friends, family, in-laws and admirers of the Okoroji and Azoro families…

By Yera Moses Olafare The Arole Oduduwa & Ooni of Ife, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II would on Friday 16 July , 2021 lead top dignitaries including the Governor, State of Osun, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola, to officially launch Ife Grand Resort & Industrial Park in Ile-Ife. In a statement signed by his Director of Media and Public Affairs, Comrade Moses Olafare, the Grand Resort, located beside the tollgate on the Ife-Ibadan expressway is a brand new city of hubs driven by urban renewal initiatives of the Ooni Ogunwusi to serve as the hub for sustainable development, fountain of employment…

The Nigerian Senate at its plenary session today voted unanimously against the nomination of Presidential aide, Lauretta Onochie as a National Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission. In his submission, Chairman of the Committee, Kabiru Gaya, insisted that Lauretta did not fulfil the requirements of the Federal Character Principles. The Senate Committee subsequently struck out her nomination.

Salami Rotimi, Nollywood actor and producer escaped unscathed when he was attacked in the early hours of today by men of the underworld. The filmmaker in a post on Instagram page narrated how he was held and robbed gun point at Finijer on Mile 2 Badagry express way. Narrating the ugly incidence, Rotimi narrated: ‘’In between trailers in a stand still traffic… 4 very young boys showed up from nowhere, Broke my car glass with gun when I refused to whine down. Threatening to shoot if I and my kid brother don’t drop our phones. Thank God I was sluggish…