Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III: A monarch truly worth celebrating Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III: A monarch truly worth celebrating As the sun rises over the historic Warri Kingdom, the air thrums with anticipation. Drums echo, voices rise in song, and the vibrant hues of traditional attire paint the streets in celebration. Today marks the birthday of His Royal Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, a day not merely to honor a monarch’s birth but to celebrate a living symbol of unity, heritage, and visionary leadership. For the Itsekiri people…

Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III: A monarch truly worth celebrating As the sun rises over the historic Warri Kingdom, the air thrums with anticipation. Drums echo, voices rise in song, and the vibrant hues of traditional attire paint the streets in celebration. Today marks the birthday of His Royal Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, a day not merely to honor a monarch’s birth but to celebrate a living symbol of unity, heritage, and visionary leadership. For the Itsekiri people and admirers across Nigeria and overseas this occasion is a testament to a reign defined by…

Agbolayah lauds Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III CFR at 41 Agbolayah lauds Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III CFR at 41 Special Adviser to Delta Governor on Community Development, Amb. Dr. Toyin Agbolayah JP, Wednesday, showered invaluable encomium on the Olu of Warri, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, as he marks his 41st birthday anniversary. In a goodwill message released in Asaba to celebrate the reverred monarch, Dr. Agbolayah described the monarch as “a reverred monarch and a passionate leader in Delta and Nigeria that has taken it upon himself as a duty to promote peace, foster unity,…

FG Plans ‘Renewed Hope Cultural Villages’ Nationwide – Abdulkareem Abiola Abdulkareem FG Plans ‘Renewed Hope Cultural Villages’ Nationwide – Abdulkareem The Federal Government has unfolded plans to establish the ‘Renewed Hope Cultural Villages’ across the 36 states of the federation. The Special Assistant to the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Abiola Abdulkareem, disclosed this in a statement Monday. He said the idea was to promote Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and boost the creative industry. He added that the project was part of the Federal Government’s ‘Renewed Hope Cultural Project.’ He said it was aimed at preserving Nigeria’s…

Iyabo Ojo latest movie dominates Nigerian Box Office Iyabo Ojo Iyabo Ojo latest movie dominates Nigerian Box Office Nollywood actress and producer Iyabo Ojo’s latest film, “Labake Olododo,” has achieved remarkable success, topping the Nigerian box office with a impressive N50.4 million gross over its opening weekend. According to FilmOne Entertainment, the film’s distributing company, this achievement marks the second-largest opening weekend for a Nollywood release in 2025. “Labake Olododo” tells the inspiring story of a courageous woman who rises against oppression in her community, resonating with audiences nationwide. To celebrate this milestone, Iyabo Ojo announced that she will be…

Ekiti Airport To Run Full Day Flight Operation – Oyebanji Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji Ekiti Airport To Run Full Day Flight Operation – Oyebanji * Has had discussions with three major airlines to facilitate development. Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has revealed that efforts are in place to ensure the Ekiti Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport runs 24-hour operation, in a bid to make the route competitive. The Governor also expressed delight that the economy of the state has recorded significant improvement in the past two-and-a-half years, promising to do more in order to ensure a more sustainable…

Mbah Prepares For 2026 National Sports Festival, Forms LOC Enugu State governor, Dr. Peter Mbah Mbah Prepares For 2026 National Sports Festival, Forms LOC Governor, Dr. Peter Mbah of Enugu, has officially mentioned the members of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) for the highly anticipated 23rd National Sports Festival, set to take place in 2026. He stated that the appointed members were selected for their outstanding competence, excellence, and significant contributions to the sports sector. The Governor expressed full confidence in the committee’s ability to successfully organize the event. The LOC will be chaired by Lloyd Ike Ekweremadu Jr., the…

Here’s New NNPC Group CEO Bashir Bayo Ojulari NNPC Group CEO Bashir Bayo Ojulari Here’s New NNPC Group CEO Bashir Bayo Ojulari. Bayo Ojulari, the new NNPC Limited Group CEO, comes from Kwara State. Until his new appointment, he was Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Renaissance Africa Energy Company. His Renaissance recently led a consortium of indigenous energy firms in the landmark acquisition of the entire equity holding in the Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria (SPDC), worth $2.4 billion. Ojulari, like Kida, is also an alumnus of Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. He graduated with a degree…

A Life of Purpose: My 50-year Journey of Impact, Gratitude and Philanthropy – By Aare Adetola Olaniyi Emmanuelking A Life of Purpose: My 50-year Journey of Impact, Gratitude and Philanthropy The 2nd of April holds a profound significance for me. This year marks a momentous milestone – my 50th birthday—a celebration of half a century filled with rich experiences and impactful contributions. In stark contrast to the jubilant celebrations of my 40th birthday, which saw the streets of Lagos alive with revelry, I have chosen a path of humility and gratitude to observe this occasion. I plan to reflect quietly…

Green Africa purchases first aircraft after lessor dispute Aircraft * “We are pleased to acquire our very first aircraft…” Afolabi said. Following suspension of flight operations over lessor issues, Green Africa has acquired its own aircraft. The airline said Access Bank provided a debt facility in Naira to partly fund the aircraft acquisition. The incoming aircraft, an ATR 72-500 with manufacturer’s serial number 852 and registration mark 5N-GAB, would enter into service shortly after customary regulatory approvals. On Monday, Green Africa announced the temporary suspension of its flight operations due to an unexpected issue with its aircraft lessor. The airline…