Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, ISIA, OKEHO REELS OUT ACTIVITIES TO CELEBRATE ITS 120th ANNIVERSARY ….. Rev Dr. Israel Akanji, NBC President, headlines grand finale Plans are in top gear for the week-long activities that will culminate in the grand finale of the 120th anniversary of First Baptist Church, Isia, Okeho. The anniversary will commence on August 20, 2023, and the grand finale take place on August 26, 2023. In a statement made available and co-signed by the under-shepherd of the Church, Rev. Dr. T.G Olawuwo, Chairman Planning Committee, Mr. J.A Makinde and Secretary, Planning Committee, Mr. J.T Ogunjimi. The week-long Opal…

Amusan cleared to compete at World Championships Amusan’s case was argued before the AIU panel on Wednesday, and after an exhaustive session, the world record holder in the 100m hurdles event was able to prove her innocence. Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan has successfully secured the upturning of the provisional ban slammed on her by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) for missing three whereabouts tests within 12 months. The AIU had on 19 July announced Amusan’s provisional ban, but the athlete vowed to challenge the decision along with her legal team, having insisted she was clean and had nothing to hide. PREMIUM…

Chinedu Ikedieze considered killing himself at age 9 over stunted growth   Chinedu Ikedieze [Austine Media] We are thankful that he didn’t give in to the dark thoughts. Legendary Nollywood actor and half of the iconic Aki and Pawpaw duo, Chinedu Ikedieze, has disclosed he considered suicide because he was bullied for his stunted growth. He was recently a guest star in the popular With Chude Podcast hosted by Chude Jideonwo where he recalled his struggle with accepting his condition at nine years old. The star of the big screen revealed that there was a point when the thought of…

Commission lauds FG for allocating 5% employment opportunities to PwDs Mr James Lalu, the Executive Secretary, National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has lauded the Federal Government for allocating five per cent employment opportunities to Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). Lalu gave the commendation in a statement signed by the commission’s Head of Public Relations, Mr John Mbanefo and made available to newsmen in Abuja on Friday. He explained that the five perceent employment opportunities to the PwDs has been captured in the newly unveiled Public Service Rules. He urged the PwDs to be patient and support President Bola…

Davido Davido, AY, others among 100 most notable peace icons in Africa Nigerian music superstars David Adeleke, also known as Davido, Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema and ace comedian AY Makun have been listed among the ‘100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa’. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the stars were named in the ‘Peace building row call’ at unveiling news conference by the organisers on Friday in Abuja Other Nigerians who made the list include former President Goodluck Jonathan, former Vice President, Prof Yemi Osibanjo; Sultan of Sokoto, Mohammadu Sa’ad Abubakar and President of the…

2023 Okpekpe race champions ready to battle for medals in Budapest Daniel Simiu Ebenyo and Caroline Chepkoech Kipkirui, the 2023 Okpekpe international 10km road race champions will be seeking to replicate their record-breaking feats at the World Athletics Championships, which starts this weekend in Budapest, Hungary. Both Ebenyo and Kipkirui broke the men and women’s course record at the gold label race in Okpekpe at the end of May. The duo will be competing in Budapest after securing qualification to the World Athletics flagship event and are rearing to extend their dominance in the long distance events from Okpekpe to…

Oyo approves car loan for teachers Oyo State Government has approved the immediate release of car loans for primary school teachers across all zones in the state. This is contained in a statement made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan by the Coordinating Director, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Mr Jacob Dairo. According to him, the loan scheme was approved by the state Gov. Seyi Makinde, who has instructed that there should be no favouritism. The coordinating director advised the beneficiaries to use the loan for the intended purpose.The facility which is to be granted by financial institutions…

Oyo approves car loan for teachers Oyo State Government has approved the immediate release of car loans for primary school teachers across all zones in the state. This is contained in a statement made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan by the Coordinating Director, Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Mr Jacob Dairo. According to him, the loan scheme was approved by the state Gov. Seyi Makinde, who has instructed that there should be no favouritism. The coordinating director advised the beneficiaries to use the loan for the intended purpose.The facility which is to be granted by financial institutions…

Nkechi Blessing Sunday slams relationship critics Nkechi Blessing Sunday has criticized those who have been offering unsolicited counsel regarding her romantic relationship. Following her breakup with Ekiti politician Opeyemi Falegan, Nkechi found solace in the arms of entertainer Xxssive, as he is recognized on Instagram. The fair-skinned Yoruba actress took to her Instagram platform to address the barrage of recommendations she has been receiving to terminate her new romantic involvement. In a candid statement, Nkechi raised questions about the motivations behind advising someone in a relationship to part ways. She humorously questioned whether it was akin to resorting to ‘juju’…

Nkechi Blessing Sunday slams relationship critics Nkechi Blessing Sunday has criticized those who have been offering unsolicited counsel regarding her romantic relationship. Following her breakup with Ekiti politician Opeyemi Falegan, Nkechi found solace in the arms of entertainer Xxssive, as he is recognized on Instagram. The fair-skinned Yoruba actress took to her Instagram platform to address the barrage of recommendations she has been receiving to terminate her new romantic involvement. In a candid statement, Nkechi raised questions about the motivations behind advising someone in a relationship to part ways. She humorously questioned whether it was akin to resorting to ‘juju’…