Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Otunba Gbenga Daniel Pays Tribute to Alhaji Sule Onabiyi, Reflects on 2003 Governorship Elections Otunba Engr. Gbenga Daniel, FNSE, FAEng., senator representing Ogun East and former governor of Ogun State, in a heartfelt tribute, recalled the 2003 governorship elections, a time that brimmed with events and intense activities. It was an era characterized by the presence of numerous political heavyweights, including Alhaji Sule Onabiyi, affectionately known by his title “Baba Adini.” In this trying moment, Senator Daniel extends his heartfelt condolences and prays for the peaceful repose of Alhaji Sule Onabiyi’s soul. May he find eternal rest with his Maker,…

Nwoko calls for peace among Delta monarchs The Senator representing Delta North Senatorial District, Ned Nwoko has called for unity among traditional rulers in the district. Nwoko said he has put measures in place to reconcile the two factions of traditional rulers within the zone. The Delta North traditional rulers’ forum had split into two in the build-up to the last general elections with the Asagba of Asaba, Obi Chike Edozien led one faction while the Obi of Owa, Dr Emmanuel Efeizomor, led the other faction. However, addressing the royal fathers on Monday, at the palace of the Obi of…

Ogun gov promises to remain accountable The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, said on Tuesday that his administration remained committed to operating an open-door policy while running an accountable and inclusive government. Abiodun, represented by his Deputy, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, made this pledge while speaking at the Citizen’s Engagement on the 2024–2026 Medium Term Expenditure Framework and 2024 Budget for Ogun East Senatorial District, held in Ijebu-Ode. The governor said the exercise will enhance the transparency of the budget process and budget documentation so that policy goals and resource allocation are set out. He said, “I must tell…

Why I will never sleep with a man – Singer Temmie Ovwasa YBNL Princess, Temmie Ovwasa Singer Temmie Ovwasa, known for her openness about being a lesbian, has grabbed the spotlight as she shared her reasons for abstaining from heterosexual encounters on social media. In a widely circulated video which garnered support and piqued the public’s interest, the 27 years old, Ovwasa proudly declared that she had never experienced a pregnancy scare because of her sexual orientation. This revelation sparked conversations about societal expectations concerning one’s sexual orientation. Ovwasa’s journey in the Nigerian music industry has been far from smooth.…

Nollywood actress Rita Daniels bags political appointment in Delta Actress Rita Daniels Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has named Rita Daniels, a renowned Nollywood actress, as the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) for Women Mobilization & Empowerment. Rita shared this exciting development on her Instagram page this Tuesday. Before her appointment, Rita served as the leader of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Women Wing and played a pivotal role in rallying support among women for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) during the gubernatorial election. She is a strong advocate for women’s rights and has recently achieved a degree in law. Her appointment is…

Again, Dammy Krane tackles Davido over ‘debt’ Oyindamola Emmanuel, popularly known as Dammy Krane, has once again tackled David Adeleke aka Davido by claiming the “30 BG” leader owes him money and he’s reluctant to settle the debt. In a post made on X (formerly Twitter) in the early hours of Tuesday, the Dammy Krane said that Davido should pay him, because of his (Dammy Krane’s) daughter. Dammy Krane in his post written in broken English wrote, “I know it is hard for Rich people to pay debts but #davido if not for my sake Blooda, Pay me my money…

Adron Games 2023: Lotus Bank Partners Adron Homes on Annual Sporting Event Lotus Bank Nigeria confirmed its partnership with the 7th edition of the Adron Games as both organizations struck a partnership deal to showcase the annual sporting event. In a brief, but meaningful ceremony, the top executive of Adron Sports Foundation paid a courtesy call to the headquarters of Lotus Bank Nigeria to officially unveil the Adron Games trophy. In an exciting event at Lotus Bank Headquarters, Adron Sports Foundation, one of the leading nonprofit organizations promoting sports in the country, delivered a captivating presentation to Lotus Bank executives.…

Adron Homes Bags Momentous Prestigious Award In Real Estate Leading real estate firm, Adron Homes and Properties Limited, has added yet another feather to its meritorious cap of achievements with the winning of the West Africa Prestigious Award for Real Estate. The company’s moment of additional glory came on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at the LCCI Conference and Exhibition Centre in Alausa, Lagos during the Momentous Magazine Annual Prestigious Awards hosted by the Publisher, Sesan Rufus Awobiye, who is also a member of the National Association of Online Security News Publishers (NAOSNP). Receiving the award on behalf of the firm,…

ATBU graduates 1,500 students in World Bank project No fewer than 1,500 pioneer students have graduated from the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Bauchi’s World Bank Project on Sustainable Procurement, Environment and Social Standards Enhancement. While speaking at the graduation ceremony held at the Center’s Complex at the Gubi Campus of the University on Monday, the SPESSCE Coordinator at ATBU, Ibrahim Garba, said the programmes were introduced by the World Bank to reduce the corruption emanating from procurement, train environmental experts and social standards specialists. “This training is for a capacity building programme to address the skills gap in procurement standards,…

Court restrains Adeleke from appointing prince as monarch An Osun State High Court sitting in Ode-Omu, on Monday, restrained the state governor, Ademola Adeleke, and the state Attorney-General, Oluwole Jimi-Bada, or their agents, from appointing Prince Olufemi Olayinka as the new Olu-Odo of Odo-Ijesa. The court also ordered Olayinka to vacate the stool of the Olu-Odo of Odo-Ijesa, pending the determination of the suit before it. Parties in the matter had appeared before Justice M. Okediya on Monday, as counsel to the plaintiff, Fatima Adesina, who filed an application, asked the court to set aside any letter of appointment or…