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Meet Adebayo Muritala, ‘Bulldozer,’ the blind artist revolutionizing Adire Art
Adebayo Muritala David, also known as “Bulldozer,” a blind artist and CEO of African Craft Shop developed a passion for art from a young age. In this interview with Deborah Oladejo, Adebayo shares his journey, his approach to art, and his experiences as a person with a disability. He also discusses the challenges he faces, including finance and patronage, and…
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Environment Minister seeks FAN, PBAT Green Initiative’s support on afforestation
The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal has solicited the support, partnership and collaboration of the Forestry Association of Nigeria (FAN) and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Green Initiative Programme for afforestation Programme across the country. Balarabe disclosed this during a courtesy visit by the Forestry Association of Nigeria led by its President, Dr Afolabi Abiodun recently in his office in…
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First Baptist Church, Ilorin to celebrate 85th anniversary in grand style
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin First Baptist Church, Suru-Lere, Ilorin under the leadership of Rev. Dr. ‘Yinka Ololade, is set to celebrate its 85th anniversary with a week-long program, starting on Sunday, September 8, 2024. The celebration will culminate in a grand ceremony on Saturday, September 14, at the church auditorium, with the aim of raising N85 million for church development.…
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BBNaija season 9: Sooj dotes on Nelly
By Tosin Brown BBNaija “No Loose Guard” housemates Sooj and Nelly are quickly becoming an item in the house. On Day 30, Kassia couldn’t resist poking fun at Nelly and Sooj, suggesting they come up with a name for their budding relationship. During the conversation, Head of House Victoria playfully suggested the name “Nelooj,” but Sooj dismissed it, stating that…
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To a kindred soul, Zik Zulu Okafor: A Birthday Note, by Ademola Adedoyin
In life, fate determines the journey of a man, it determines whose paths a man will cross and ensures the fulfilment of the purpose of such encounter. In life, as the ancient sage submitted, there is actually no encounter by accident. If it was not bound to happen, it would not have happened. It is in this context that this…
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Music Video Director, TG Omori undergoes kidney transplant
By Tosin Brown One of the busiest Nigerian music directors and cinematographers, ThankGod Omori Smith, also known as TG Omori, has announced that he recently battled kidney-related issues. The cinematographer, who is also known as Boy Director, revealed that his only brother donated a kidney to him. TG Omori disclosed this on Tuesday, August 27, while opening up about his…
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Iran shows green light on negotiations with US over nuclear program
Iran’s supreme leader opened the door Tuesday to renewed negotiations with the United States over his country’s rapidly advancing nuclear program, telling its civilian government there was “no harm” in engaging with its “enemy.” Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s remarks set clear red lines for any talks taking place under the government of reformist President Masoud Pezeshkian and renewed his warnings that…
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NDVC commends $10bn Nigeria Diaspora Fund initiative
The Nigeria Diaspora Voting Council (NDVC) has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Federal Government of Nigeria for the launch of the $10 billion Nigeria Diaspora Fund, a significant multi-sectoral investment initiative managed by the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment. In a statement released on Tuesday and signed by its Secretary, Tolu Oluwatuyi, the NDVC described the…
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Nigeria will be removed from FATF Grey List before 2025 deadline -Gbajabiamila
By Kunle Sanni The Nigerian Presidency has committed to taking decisive actions to ensure the country’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Grey List before the May 2025 deadline. This pledge was made by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, during a visit to the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) office in Abuja on Tuesday.…
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Kwara Government reinstates 3-hour monthly sanitation exercise
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin To maintain a cleaner and healthier environment and prevent the outbreak of epidemics, the Kwara State Government has reinstated the three-hour duration for the monthly sanitation exercise, effective immediately. This announcement was made by the state Commissioner for Environment, Nafisat Musa Buge, in Ilorin on Tuesday. She noted that this decision aligns with the state’s Environmental…
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