Oba Olu Falae’s life mirrors Nigeria’s journey, says Mimiko By Lai Gidado Former Ondo State Governor, Olusegun Mimiko, has described The “Triumph of Grace”, the autobiography of elder statesman, Oba Olu Falae, as a significant addition to Nigeria’s political and historical literature. Speaking while reviewing the book at its presentation in Lagos on Thursday, Mimiko…
Legacy of Love: Chief Egirani, Bayelsa Matriarch, Buried with Honors at 91 By Chris Mark The remains of late Royal Highness Chief (Mrs) Violet Egirani were laid to rest on 15th March, 2026 at her country home, Ayama Community in Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. Chief Egirani, age 91, was the mother of…
Ramadan lecture: Don’t let western education override Islamic teachings, Sheikh warns muslims By Favour Samuel A leading Islamic cleric, Sheikh Abdul Rasheed Ase Olorun, has warned Muslims in Ekiti State and beyond to prioritise Islamic teachings over Western education, emphasising that faith and moral values must guide personal and societal decisions. The cleric gave the…
Tributes, joy as friends, family celebrate Busola Ogunmefun @ 50 By Kunle Michael Joy, music and heartfelt tributes filled the air as friends, family members and associates gathered in Akure, Ondo State capital, to celebrate Mrs Busola Ogunmefun, who marked her golden jubilee in a grand and colourful ceremony. The colourful event took place at…
A Life of Love and Legacy: Remembering Mama Adebambi Caroline Adesuyi Late Mama Adebambi Caroline Adesuyi has been laid to rest at her home town, Ile-Oluji, Ondo State The burial programme took place over two days, starting with a Christian Wake Keep on Thursday, February 26th, at Odo-Olu Street, Ile-Oluji, Ondo State, led by Living…
Late Mrs Caroline Adesuyi begins final journey home By Dally Iyamu The Christian wake keep service for Late Mrs Caroline Adesuyi holds today at 26 Odo-Olu Street in Ile-Oluji, a key stage in the burial programme organized by her family. The event brought together family members, friends and well-wishers as they paid their final respects…
Kogi Civil Service Commission Chair, Barr. Tanko, Bags Traditional Title of Masani Kusa Amidst Galaxy of Dignitaries ….Kogi LG Chair Abdulmalik Musa Hails Barr. Tanko, Lawmaker Idrees Maikudi, Commissioner Bashir Gegu on Chieftaincy Titles By Yahaya Idris, Kogi The serene Kusa community in Kogi Local Government Area of Kogi State came alive over the weekend…
We Pray God Will Bring Another God Fearing Leader, Diri As Lokpobiri, Ogbuku, Jonah Others Hails Diri Peaceful Disposition. The Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri said Bayelsians prayed that God will bring another God fearing leader that will perform better than he has performed. The Bayelsa State helmsman said this when its administration…
Tributes, glamour as Ebony Kitchen Director, Fausat Balogun, marks 60 in grand style Glitz, glamour, and a cascade of encomiums marked the 60th birthday of Alhaja Fausat Balogun, Director of Ebony Kitchen, Oba-Ile, on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at DejaVu Events Hall, Alagbaka, Akure, as friends, family, and dignitaries gathered to honour a life well-lived….
How vision, sacrifice made Ondo oil-producing state — Olanipekun • Fifty years, a milestone to shape Ondo’s future, says Aiyedatiwa • Oyedele announces N500,000 scholarship for best graduating students Former Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Ondo State, Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN), has attributed the state’s emergence as an oil-producing entity to visionary leadership,…
