Author: Lekan Shobo Shobowale

Easter: “Jesus Did Not Die Because He Was Guilty, He Died For Our Mistakes – Cleric The Pastor in Charge, Government House Chapel, Oyo State, Pastor Layi Adisa says Jesus did not die because He was guilty; He died for mankind, and for their mistakes. Pastor Adisa stated this in his Easter message made available to journalists in Ibadan on Monday. “Our brokenness, and our need for grace. He chose the cross, fully aware of the pain it would bring, because His love for us was that real, that personal. He saw our worst and still gave His best. “His…

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ADEDUNTAN-ONISILE FELICITATES WITH CHRISTIANS AT EASTER PRINCE(DR) AZEEZ ADEWOLU POPOOLA GBADEGESIN ADEDUNTAN-ONISILE- the OSI BASORUN OF IBADAN LAND and a great grandson of ALAFIN OGBOLU AKAJEGESIN GBAGIDA ONISILE-the 25th ALAFIN of OYO EMPIRE (ATINGISI)-had felicitated with Christians in NIGERIA on the YEAR 2025 EASTER holiday. Easter -a seminal event in Christendom ,celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is a key belief in Christianity-for without the resurrection of Jesus CHRIST,there would have been No Christianity. . This is contained in a release by his media office in Ibadan today. ADEDUNTAN congratulated all Nigerians for being alive and well on this…

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Ibadan Based Popular Gospel Singer, Big Bolaji Is Dead Popular Nigerian gospel artiste Bolaji Adedotun Olanrewaju, widely known as Big Bolaji,is dead His death was confirmed in an official statement issued by his family on Saturday. Big Bolaji reportedly died at the age of 50 during a brief illness on Saturday, April 19, 2025. “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bolaji Olarewaju, affectionately known as ‘Big B,’ a cherished father, husband, brother, and an esteemed figure in both the church community, an ordained Pastor in the RCCG and a giant in the music industry and…

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President Tinubu’s Easter Message To The Nation I heartily felicitate Christians in Nigeria and worldwide as they commemorate Easter, the celebration of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection—the cornerstone of the Christian faith. The Holy Week, which spans Palm Sunday through Holy Thursday and Good Friday and culminates in Easter Sunday, calls us to reflect deeply on the enduring values of sacrifice, redemption, love, and hope. As President of our blessed nation, I draw inspiration from this timeless message of hope and renewal. I remain steadfast in my commitment to delivering the promise of a Renewed Hope, a better, more just,…

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Nigeria First Lady Empowers Thousands of Women in Ondo State. The Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has expressed deep appreciation to the wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for choosing Ondo State as the host for the South-West regional launch of her Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI). Speaking during the official launch ceremony held on Thursday, at the International Centre for Culture and Events (The Dome) in Akure, the Governor described the First Lady as a national treasure and mother of the nation, lauding her efforts to support nurses and midwives across the country. The highlight of…

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Rivers State Government Warns Public Against Fake Announcement The Rivers State Government has become aware of fraudulent announcements circulating on social media, falsely attributed to the Office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG). These malicious fabrications are designed to mislead the public, create panic, and disrupt the peace in Rivers State. One such fake announcement falsely claims that His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, the suspended Governor of Rivers State, and the Deputy Governor, Prof. Mrs. Ngozi Nma Odu, were summoned to a meeting at the Government House on Friday, April 18, 2025. The Rivers State Government categorically…

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STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE STATEMENT ON PRESIDENT TINUBU’S RETURN TO NIGERIA President Bola Ahmed Tinubu remains fully engaged in Nigeria’s governance even though he is away in Europe. His absence remains temporary and in line with the communicated timeframe of approximately two weeks. The President left Paris for London at the weekend and has maintained constant communication with key government officials, overseeing critical national matters, including directives to security chiefs to address emerging threats in some parts of the country. His return to Abuja and the resumption of duties at Aso Villa will follow the conclusion of the Easter holiday. The…

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Return Rivers State Money or We Go To Court – Ibas to NBA Rivers State Administrator, Ibok-Ete Ibas threatens legal action against NBA over failure to refund the N300 million donation back to Rivers State Government According to Ibas, the records show that the payment of N300 million to the NBA was made with the mutual understanding that Rivers State would host the 2025 edition of the NBA Annual General Conference (AGC). He rejected NBA’s claim that the N300 million payment made by the state was a “gift”, emphasizing that the Rivers State Government entered into an arrangement with the…

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Oyo State Governor Declares Interest To Be President in 2027 ..election is between APC and Nigerians The Oyo State governor said the 2027 elections would be Nigerians versus the ruling APC and not the PDP versus the APC. Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Tuesday said he has the capacity to occupy the highest political office in the land. Makinde, a second-term governor and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), made this known on Channels Television’s Politics Today programme. According to him, the 2027 elections would be between Nigerians and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC); and not…

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President Tinubu Condemns Latest Attack In Plateau, Charges Governor Mutfwang With Resolving Underlying Communal Issues President Bola Tinubu expresses profound sorrow over the recent bloodshed in Plateau State, a tragedy that has claimed the lives of over 40 individuals. He strongly condemns the violence and extends his sympathies to Governor Caleb Mutfwang, the state government, and the people of Plateau while urging him to summon the necessary political will to resolve the crisis and establish enduring peace. In his call for harmony among the people of Plateau State, President Tinubu emphasises the importance of love and unity beyond religious and…

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