KATSINA Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, has stated that the late ex-President Muhammadu Buhari will be buried at his hometown in Daura, Daura Local Government Area of the state, on Tuesday. The governor stated this while briefing newsmen on Monday at the Government House, Katsina, following the demise and subsequent burial arrangements of the former Nigerian leader. He said, “The burial arrangement for our father, the late president, who passed on yesterday in a hospital in London. We have made consultations with the family and people around in London, and we concluded that the body will arrive in Katsina tomorrow…
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IJEBU ODE The Awujale and paramount ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, has been buried on Monday at his private residence in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State. The highly respected monarch, who died at the age of 91, was interred according to traditional rites in a solemn, dignified ceremony attended by royal family members, Ijebu high chiefs, and prominent dignitaries from across the country. The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Chief Gboyega Oyetola, and the Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Dr. Tunji Bosun led the federal government delegation to the burial ceremony. Other dignitaries at the burial of…
ABUJA A former spokesperson for Peter Obi’s presidential campaign, Yunusa Tanko, has declared that the former Anambra State governor will contest the 2027 presidential election — with or without the coalition ticket of the African Democratic Congress Tanko, who currently serves as the Director-General of the Obidient Movement, made this known during the second Annual Colloquium in honour of Associate Professor Abdulmumin Ajia in Abuja, on Monday. He stated that Obi will contest the 2027 presidential election, whether or not he emerges as the candidate of the ADC coalition. “Obi has already stated that he will contest in 2027, whether…
ABEOKUTA: Citizens and residents of Ogun State have been assured of better socioeconomic welfare and all round development in the next administration if the people chose the right leader in the forthcoming general election in the state. The assurance was given over the weekend in Abeokuta, the state capital by a Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress and the Convener, Ogun West Initiative, Olootu Bolaji Adeniji, who said the gateway state is set for unprecedented social services and blue-chip development under a Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola leadership. Addressing select newsmen at the Journalist press center, Adeniji asserted that on the…
Oil marketers and industry stakeholders have thrown their weight behind the proposed sale of Nigeria’s refineries under the management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, calling for transparency, inclusiveness, and accountability in the process. They noted that the sale or privatization of the Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna refineries, which have gulped trillions of naira in rehabilitation and maintenance with little or no result, will finally open the downstream sector to competition, ensure better pricing, and stop what many described as a financial black hole. Their reactions follow the recent revelation by the NNPC Group Chief Executive Officer, Bayo…
The Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has postponed his return to Ibadan, Oyo State, till July 28, after the 21 days of mourning of the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin. It was reported that Oba Olakulehin died in the early hours of Monday, July 7, after a brief illness at an undisclosed private hospital at Jericho in Ibadan, the state capital. The 21-day mourning commenced on Tuesday, July 8. The declaration of the mourning period is in accordance with an age-long tradition of Ibadan land. An informed palace source told our correspondent in Ibadan that Ladoja decided to mourn…
LIFESTYLE Adenuga Opeyemi: A Rising Star in Nigeria’s Fashion and Design Landscape In the bustling cultural capital of Ibadan, Nigeria, where tradition and innovation dance in harmony, Adenuga Opeyemi Anuoluwapo stands out as a dynamic force in the fashion and design industry. With a unique blend of creative intuition and market-savvy insight, Opeyemi has built a reputation for curating clothing, fashion accessories, and footwear that not only reflect current trends but also resonate deeply with the artistic soul of her clients. Her work is more than fashion it’s a celebration of identity, heritage, and the transformative power of design. Opeyemi’s…
Ajiboye Olusola Jesufemi — From Abeokuta Streets to Lagos Stages In the vibrant pulse of Nigeria’s creative scene, one name continues to echo with rhythm and grace. He is Ajiboye Olusola Jesufemi. Born in Ogbomoso, raised in Abeokuta, and now a force in Lagos, Jesufemi has carved a niche as a dancer and choreographer whose work speaks louder than words. We sat down with him to explore his journey, challenges, and the milestones that define his artistry. Q: Let’s start from the beginning. What was growing up in Abeokuta like for you? A: Abeokuta was my playground and my classroom.…