Author: Ifetayo Adeniyi

Minimum Wage Payment: Ekiti Peace Corps Showers Encomium On Oyebanji Over Inclusion Ekiti Peace Corps Showers Encomium On Oyebanji Over Inclusion Ekiti Peace Corps Showers Encomium On Oyebanji Over Inclusion. Local Government Sector Commanders of Ekiti State Peace Corps have expressed their appreciation to the Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, for including officers and men of the security outfit in the N70,000 new minimum wage payment. Ekiti State government commenced payment of the new minimum wage to workers across all cadres in December 2024, following Governor Oyebanji’s approval. In an appreciation letter addressed to the Governor, the commanders…

Governor Oyebanji Sets Up Storage Facilities Ahead Of Scarcity Mr Biodun Oyebanji Governor Oyebanji Sets Up Storage Facilities Ahead Of Scarcity In a move aimed at ensuring food sufficiency, Ekiti State government has set up storage facilities in different parts of the state, with the sole aim of buying farm produce from farmers during harvest season and storing them for release during period of scarcity. The State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, who on Monday led some officials on inspection of one of the storage facilities for agricultural produce in Ado- Ekiti, said building the storage facilities is one of the…

South East, North West Development Commissions’ Governing Boards Confirmed – Senate South East, North West Development Commissions’ Governing Boards Confirmed – Senate The Senate Tuesday confirmed the appointments of all the nominees for the Governing Boards of the North West Development Commission (NWDC) and the South East Development Commission (SEDC). The Senate presided over by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, confirmed Mark Okoye and Prof. Abdullahi Shehu Ma’aji as the Managing Director and Chief Executive officers of the SEDC and NWDC respectively. The Senate gave its final confirmation after the ad hoc Committee on regional development commissions led by Senator…

Nicole O. Esuola becomes part of US Supreme Court Bar, celebrates legal achievement Nicole O. Esuola Nicole O. Esuola becomes part of US Supreme Court Bar, celebrates legal achievement Nicole O. Esuola, Associate County Attorney for Prince George’s County, celebrates her admission to the US Supreme Court Bar. Nicole O. Esuola, Esq., an esteemed Associate County Attorney for Prince George’s County, has been admitted to the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States. This prestigious achievement highlights her exemplary contributions to the legal profession and her commitment to justice. Colleagues, friends, and admirers have extended heartfelt congratulations to…

Process to Alaafin-elect: Ifa Did Choose New Leader,  Kingmakers Doubted —Prof. Abimbola Prof. Wande Abimbola Process to Alaafin-elect: Ifa Did Choose New Leader,  Kingmakers Doubted —Prof. Abimbola Prof. Wande Abimbola, born Ògúnwán̄dé Abím̄bọ́lá, a professor of Yoruba language and literature and a former vice-chancellor of the University of Ife (formerly Obafemi Awolowo University), has revealed the process through which the Alaafin-elect, Prince Abimbola Owoade was chosen. According to the academician and elder statesman who once served as the Majority Leader of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the government asked him to consult the Ifa Oracle to choose…

First Bank: Former Chairman Oba Otudeko Seeks Return to Leadership Oba Otudeko First Bank: Former Chairman Oba Otudeko Seeks Return to Leadership Oba Otudeko, the former chairman of FBN Holdings, has launched a fresh bid to return to the bank’s leadership, challenging current chairman Femi Otedola’s position. In a letter dated January 7, Otudeko and his associate Saheed Alao demanded the removal of Otedola and non-executive director Julius Omodayo Owotuga from the board. Otudeko, who controls 8.7% of FBN Holdings through Barbican Capital, was previously removed from his position in 2022 following Central Bank of Nigeria’s intervention over corporate governance…

Senate Harmonizes South West Development Commission Bill Sponsored by Otunba Gbenga Daniel Otunba Gbenga Daniel Senate Harmonizes South West Development Commission Bill Sponsored by Otunba Gbenga Daniel The Nigerian Senate on Tuesday, January 14, passed the harmonized version of the South West Development Commission (SWDC) Bill, writes Seunmnuel Faleye. This marks a crucial step toward establishing a dedicated agency for coordinating development efforts in Nigeria’s southwestern region. The bill, primarily sponsored by Senator Gbenga Daniel (APC-Ogun East), successfully merged versions from both chambers of the National Assembly – the Senate and House of Representatives – representing a unified approach to…

Faithia’s son, Khalid graduates from UNILAG Faithia’s son, Khalid graduates from UNILAG Nollywood actress Faithia Williams has expressed pride following the graduation of her son, Khalid Balogun, with a first-class degree from the University of Lagos (UNILAG). Taking to Instagram on Tuesday, the joyous mother shared a photo of Khalid accompanied by a heartfelt message. She expressed deep gratitude and pride, commending her son for his dedication, hard work and perseverance throughout his academic journey. In her message, Faithia offered prayers for Khalid’s continued success and fulfillment, wishing him courage and determination as he steps into the next chapter of…

UAE Golden Visa stretches eligibility to students, investors, entrepreneurs in 2025 UAE Golden Visa stretches eligibility to students, investors, entrepreneurs in 2025 The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced updates to its Golden Visa program for 2025, further enhancing opportunities for global investors, entrepreneurs, skilled professionals, and exceptional students to secure long-term residency in the country. These changes are packaged to attract international talent and investment while providing successful applicants with the ability to live, work, and study in the UAE without the need for a sponsor. Expanded Residency Options The UAE Golden Visa, valid for five to ten years,…

FactCheck Africa Founder, Abideen Olasupo, Chosen for AI Journalism Lab Leadership Cohort in US Mr. Abideen Olasupo FactCheck Africa Founder, Abideen Olasupo, Chosen for AI Journalism Lab Leadership Cohort in US The founder of FactCheck Africa, a nonprofit fact-checking platform, Mr. Abideen Olasupo, has been selected for the 2025 AI Journalism Lab Leadership Cohort hosted by the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at the City University of New York (CUNY), United States. Olasupo, who is currently in New York, joins a group of 23 prominent news leaders from across the globe, who will explore cutting-edge technologies that…