President Tinubu To Commission Multiple Projects in May, Says FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike Wike disclosed this during his press briefing earlier today where he also listed some of the projects slated for commissioning in May:👇🏾 – Federal Secretariat (First Phase) – Abuja Metro Line – Southern ParkWay – Roads B6 and B12 – Vice President’s official residence – Wuye Interchange – Outer Southern Expressway (OSEX) – Northern Parkway (N20) – Guzape Lot 2 – Guzape Diplomatic Area – Five access roads to the Abuja train stations Wike also noted that he couldn’t remember all the projects set for commissioning but…
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Abiodun Mourns Prof. Odemuyiwa, Says Death Tragic Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has described the tragic death of Prof. Joseph Odemuyiwa, his former Special Adviser on Vocational and Technical Education, as a great loss to the state and the education sector. Prof. Odemuyiwa served as the governor’s aide during his first term in office. He reportedly died in an accident on Tuesday, while on his way to Lead City University, Ibadan, Oyo State capital, where he was a lecturer. Prince Abiodun, in a condolence message, described the passing of Prof. Odemuyiwa as tragic and sad, adding that his death…
Oyo Governor’s Close Ally Escapes Assassination Attempt A close ally of the Oyo State Governor and People’s Democratic Stalwart in Oyo State, Mogaji Olawale Oladoja on Monday reportedly escaped “gunmen attack” at Yawiri area, Akobo Ibadan. According to source who witnessed the sad incident, Mogaji Olawale Oladoja was on his way out from his Akobo, Ibadan when two men on a power bike knocked at the door glass of his car. The assailants who were unable to identified Oladoja among the five people in the car later sped off after being challenged by Oladoja of their mission at the area.…
Naira Appreciates To N1,250/$ At Parallel Market The naira, on Monday, appreciated to N1,250 per dollar at the parallel section of the foreign exchange (FX) market. The FX rate is a 0.43 percent increase from the N1,280 recorded on March 29. Currency traders in Lagos, also known as bureau de change (BDCs) operators, quoted the buying rate of the greenback at N1,230 and the selling price at N1,250 — leaving a profit margin of N20. “The dollar keeps declining and it is affecting business but business is picking up gradually,” a currency trader named Aliyu said. At the official section…
Easter: Former Oyo CAN Chairman, Akanmu Felicitate Nigerians, Oyo Christians The immediate past Chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria, Oyo State felicitate Nigerian Christians on the occasion of the Easter celebrations in the country. Pastor Akanmu who is currently the Regional Suprintendent, Odubanjo Region, Ondo State said Easter exemplifies the ultimate sacrifice made by Jesus Christ to save mankind, noting that as individuals, Christians must take into consideration the welfare of others. Akanmu called on Nigerians especially residents of Oyo state to re-dedicate themselves to the service of the nation and state as they reflect on the ideals of Good Friday…
Flash Actor Zack Orji Heads To UK For Post-Surgery Assessment Nollywood Actor, Zack Orji, has travelled to the United Kingdom for a post-surgery checkup. His photographs taken at the airport before his departure were shared on Friday. The president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Emeka Rollas, had in an interview revealed that Orji underwent two successful brain surgeries and now requires a post-surgery evaluation abroad. News emerged on social media on Tuesday that the ailing thespian had died. However, Rollas urged the public to disregard the rumours, saying the actor is alive. Orji was admitted to the Intensive Care…
Abiodun Congratulates President Tinubu On 72nd Birthday, Says Nigeria In Good Hands Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has described President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as a democrat and visionary leader who is passionately committed to the emergence of Nigeria as an economic power house. Prince Abiodun, in a congratulatory message to the President on his 72nd birthday on 29 March, said Tinubu is the right man to lead the country at this period of economic crisis among other issues bedeviling the nation. The governor noted that since his assumption of office on 29 May, President Tinubu has demonstrated astuteness, resilience,…
Easter: Akinfenwa Prays For Peace In Nigeria As Nigerians join their counterpart across the world to celebrate Easter, the Bishop of Ibadan Anglican Diocese, Most Rev. Joseph Akinfenwa has offered prayer for Nigeria. In a special prayer message released in Ibadan, Bishop Akinfenwa seeks for God interventions on several problems confronting the nation. “A Prayer for Nigeria at Easter Our Father in heaven, we bring our nation Nigeria before You as we commemorate at Easter the sacrifice of Your Son Jesus Christ for the redemption of humanity. Nigeria is in urgent need of healing and redemption. There has been so…
Ondo State Governor Nominates 12 New Commissioners ..forward names to assembly for confirmation Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has forwarded to the House of Assembly the names of 12 new Commissioner-nominees for confirmation. A letter containing the list of the nominees was on Wednesday addressed to the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Olamide Oladiji, signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Hon. Tayo Oluwatuyi. The nominees are: 1. Pastor Segun Ayerin 2. Mr. Olaolu Akindolire 3. Alhaji Hamidu Takuro 4. Dr. Banji Ajaka 5. Mr. Boye Ologbese 6. Mr. Sunday Akinwalere 7. Deaconess Lola…
Abiodun Appoints Additional 8 SSAs and 19 SAs Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, on Thursday, approved the appointment of additional eight Senior Special Assistants and 19 Special Assistants. A statement by Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, announced the appointments. According to Akinmade, the new appointments which are with immediate effect, are in furtherance of the governor’s quest for effective governance at all levels.