Wives of Nigerian Senators, have commiserated with one of their members Hajia Laila Barau, over the death of her mother, Mrs Nelda Mohammed, describing it as an “irreplaceable loss.” A condolence message signed by the President, Senators Wives Association of Nigeria (SEWAN) Dr (Mrs) Unoma Godswill Akpabio, and made available to newsmen in Abuja, reads: “We, the Senators’ Wives Association of Nigeria, extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved mother. This irreparable loss undoubtedly brings immense grief to you and your family. “We also commiserate with the Deputy Senate President, Distinguished Senator Jibrin Barau and the entire…
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***As IWM Felicia Agbonhese Takes Over As Inner Wheel District ChairmanA former President of International Inner Wheel 2016-2017, Mrs Oluyemisi Alatise, has urged Nigerians to embrace the spirit of giving and participating in Community Service in any way they can help to make Nigeria and the world better.She made the call during the installation ceremony of IWM Felicia Agbonhese as the 6th District Chairman Inner Wheel 910 – Nigeria held at Funtaj International School, Gudu District, Abuja.Mrs Alatise who was the Guest Speaker at the occasion spoke on the topic titled: “Benefits of Community Services Even in Austere Time”, said Inner…
The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) has congratulated Sheikh Jamiu Kewulere Bello, President of the League of Imams and Alfas in Yoruband on the occasion of his 40th anniversary as the Chief Imam of Ado-Ekiti. This was contained in a press statement jointly signed by Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo, President and Professor Muslih Tayo Yahya Executive Secretary/CEO which reads: MUSWEN greets Sheikh Jamiu Kewulere Bello on 40th Anniversary as Chief Imam of Ado-Ekiti The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) extends heartfelt congratulations to Sheikh Jamiu Kewulere Bello, the President of the League of Imams and Alfas in…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Kehinde Olaosebikan has expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s second term would propel an unending growth and development in Nigeria. Speaking with media correspondents in Ibadan over the weekend, Olaosebikan stated that the President would at the end of his second term in 2031 give Nigeria a Nigerian with the leadership qualities of a former Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola as his successor for ceaseless progress of the evolving new and greater Nigeria just as he did in Lagos State in 2007. He described the gang up…
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President Bola Tinubu has warmly congratulates Nigeria’s female basketball team, D’Tigress, on their remarkable achievement of reaching the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket for the fifth consecutive time, following a hard-fought victory over Senegal. The President commends the resilience and dominance of the reigning champions, who have now defeated their Senegalese rivals for the seventh time, with a historic 75-68 win at the Palais De la Sport, Treichville, Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. President Tinubu celebrates the team’s victory in what was dubbed “the final before the final” and for already securing a place in the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball…
Actor and voice artiste, EyiyemiOlivia Rogbinyin, has been announced as host of the inaugural QEDNG Creative Powerhouse Summit holding on August 12, 2025, at Radisson Blu Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos. The announcement was made on Thursday by Mighty Media Plus Network Limited, publishers of the online newspaper QEDNG. With a career spanning over three decades, EyiyemiOlivia is celebrated for her dynamic presence across theatre, film, and radio. She is widely recognised for her captivating performances as Iya Onidiri in Itura (M-Net Africa Magic) and Hajia Malaika Doherty in Dust. Beyond her acting talent, she has won the hearts of many for…
There are reports that two teenagers have been killed in Igalamela/Odolu local government area of Kogi State. The victims are identified as Ajuma Simon, and Omojo Shuaibu. According to DAILY TRUST, the incident was said to have happened about 7.pm on Wednesday when the teenagers were trekking along a bush path leading to their village. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of Kogi Police Command, SP William Aya, confirmed the killing of the teenagers. He said operatives had been deployed to the community over the incident. The deceased were reportedly returning from a local market at Ega in the community. Some…
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) has described the tenure extension of the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Mr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, as evidence of transformational leadership, noting that Customs within two years under his watch has witnessed series of innovative initiatives that are making the difference across global customs ecosystem. NIPR President, Dr. Ike Neliaku in a congratulatory letter on Thursday in Abuja said Mr. Adeniyi, former Vice President of the Institute and currently Vice Chairman, Body of Advisers of the Nigeria Reputation Management Group (NRMG), has deepened and institutionalised professionalism in public service. “The Comptroller-General…
The tenure of the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Mr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has been extended, the Presidency has said. Mr. Adeniyi’s tenure which is due to expire on August 31, 2025, has been extended by one year, Presidential Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga said in a statement on Thursday. He said the extension, approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will enable Mr. Adeniyi to consolidate ongoing reforms and complete critical initiatives of this administration, including: • The modernisation of the Nigeria Customs Service;• The implementation of the National Single Window Project; and• The execution of Nigeria’s…