Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

AfDB and Ogun Partner on Special Agro Industrial Processing Zone Development The African Development Bank (AfDB) has described Ogun State as a powerful ally in its development programmes and project implementation. The Special Adviser to the President of the Bank on Industrialization, Professor Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, made the assertion in an interview at the weekend, after a meeting with Governor Dapo Abiodun at the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. He said the visit was to discuss on One Agenda, Item 18, that focuses on the development of the Special Agro Industrial Processing Zone and to clarify the subsidiary loan agreement between the…

As BSN celebrates national Bible Day May 5, value of the gift of God to humanity The Bible Society of Nigeria (BSN) is set to celebrate this year’s national Bible Day on May 5, 2024. The day, which has been set aside to celebrate the gift of the Bible, is to enable Nigerians reflect on and imbibe the values prescribed by the Holy Bible. Samuel Sanusi, General Secretary/CEO, BSN, in a statement signed by Benjamin Mordi, Manager, Media & PR of BSN, said that Nigeria’s socio-economic and security challenges will be greatly reduced if people adopt and live by godly…

Alonge, photojournalist and actor explains how his dad never wanted him to draw All he wanted him to do was concentrate on study aside drawing Bolaji Alonge is a seasoned photographer and the brain behind “Eyes of the Lagos boy.” He is everything entertainment rolled into one. A photographer, artists, actor, writer, and others. He graduated from the Department of Mass Communication, University of Lagos, but Alonge roaring like a lion discovered his path in life. In this interview with Sunday Sun, he revealled how his father preferred seeing him read his textbooks, and solve mathematical questions. But while growing…

Aliko Dangote Foundation talks on faith leaders pertaining to malnutrition and hunger within Nigeria L-R: Company Secretary/Legal Adviser, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Temitope Hassan; Group Managing Director/CEO, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Ravindra Singhvi ; Executive Director, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Mariya Aliko Dangote; and Chairman, Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Aliko Dangote, at the Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc 18th Annual General Meeting, on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 in Lagos. The Aliko Dangote Foundation (ADF) has underscored the pivotal role of religious and traditional institutions in tackling the pressing issues of malnutrition and hunger within Nigeria. Speaking at an event organized by…

Governor Alia Wins NUJ Advocate Of Masses, Also Human Rights Award Governor Hyacinth Iormem Alia has won the “Advocate of the Masses and Human Rights” award, at the 2024 Press Freedom and Good Governance Awards Night and Dinner, organised by the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Abuja. The event was held at the African Hall of Barcelona Hotels International, Abuja, on Saturday, May 4th, 2024. The union said Gov Alia’s resolve to prioritise the yearnings of the masses and his determination to fulfil his covenant with the people of Benue State attracts the award. This is the second time…

Freedom as QNET Celebrates Nigerian Journalists on World Press Freedom Day QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness direct selling company with presence in over 25 countries, last week, organised a webinar to celebrate Nigerian journalists on the World Freedom Day. According to QNET, we gather to celebrate World Press Freedom Day, a day dedicated to honouring the indispensable role of journalists in our society and defending the cornerstone of democracy: press freedom. Press freedom is not merely about headlines or broadcasts; it is the lifeblood of a healthy society, the vigilant eye that holds power to account, and the platform…

Congratulations to Governor Biodun Oyebanji, the Best Governor in Nigeria 2023 The Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Oyebanji has been given special honour as the Best Governor in Nigeria. This was bestowed on him by Independent Newspaper for his leadership ability to drive economic development in the state. Dear Governor Biodun Oyebanji, On behalf of the Ekiti State Bureau of To ability to drive economicurism Development Team, it is with great pride and enthusiasm that we congratulate you on being named the Best Governor in Nigeria 2023 by the Independent Newspaper. This prestigious award is a true testament to…

Meeting between Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu and Olumide Apata, the Governorship candidate of Labour Party for Edo at RCCG Thanksgiving The first Sunday of every month, at the Redeemed Christian Church of God  (RCCG), is reserved for special Thanksgiving and today, I joined members of the Benin-based RCCG Soul Winners Assembly, which is pastored by my dear cousin and big brother, Pastor Osagie Ize-Iyamu, for their own Thanksgiving Service. As a devoted congregant of the RCCG for over 20 years, it is always a blessing to worship God Almighty with members of my church family. Today’s Service was made even more…

Trade as Zenith Bank pioneers partnership on smart trade portal (L-R): Chairman of Zenpay Limited, Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu and the Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, His Excellency Wamkele Mene, during the signing of an agreement for the development and deployment of the SMARTAfCFTA Portal to facilitate trade within the African continent, at Zenith Bank Headquarters, Ajose Adeogun Street, Victoria Island, Lagos on Friday. Zenpay Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Zenith Bank Plc, has signed an Agreement with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat for the development and deployment of the SMARTAfCFTA Portal…

End of an era: Reader’s Digest UK closes after 86 years Reader’s Digest UK has ceased operations after 86 years of publication.  The monthly magazine, known for its health tips, financial advice, and recipes, closed due to the “unforgiving magazine publishing landscape” and the company’s inability to withstand the financial pressures. Once a market leader with a circulation of over 1 million copies per month in the UK in 2000, the publication’s readership had declined sharply in subsequent years, dropping to under 200,000 copies recently. The closure marks the end of an era for the iconic magazine, which was…