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For Daniel, public service is a deliberate choice — by Dare Babarinsa
When Gbenga Daniel entered the University of Lagos (Unilag), he decided to seek guidance from two geniuses. One was Professor Ayodele Awojobi, the first Nigerian to earn the degree of Doctor of Science in engineering. Awojobi had become a legend in his Alma Mata, the Imperial College of the University of London. The second person was Chief Obafemi Awolowo, first…
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Oyebamiji supports family of Osun rainstorm victim with scholarships
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo –The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the forthcoming election in Osun State, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), has awarded full educational scholarships up to university level to the four children of a woman who died in last week’s rainstorm in Osogbo.Similarly, Oyebamiji ordered the immediate opening of a special bank account for…
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Why an attack on Bushehr nuclear plant would be catastrophic for the Gulf
Iran’s only functioning nuclear plant, the Bushehr power plant, has come under repeated attacks in the ongoing Israel and US war on Iran, raising fears of a possible nuclear incident that could prove “catastrophic” across all Gulf countries. The latest attack on the plant came on Saturday, after missiles hit a location close to the plant, killing one security guard…
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Ooni, varsity lecturer urge Nigerians to prioritise service over ego
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo –The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, and an Associate Professor of Computing/IT Education at Osun State University (UNIOSUN), Oluwafemi Abanikannda, have urged Nigerians to move away from ego and embrace service to others.They made the call at a civic recognition and reception organised by the Otan-Ayegbaju Progressive Union (OAPU) to honour individuals with outstanding career…
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Atiku engages US lobbyists to strengthen reputation ahead of 2027 elections
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has engaged a Washington-based lobbying firm, Von Batten-Montague-York, L.C., as part of efforts to strengthen his reputation ahead of the 2027 elections and influence perceptions about his political standing in the United States. Documents filed with the US Department of Justice show that the agreement, signed in March 2026 by the firm’s managing partner, Karl Von…
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Iran says several ‘enemy aircraft’ destroyed during US pilot rescue mission
Several aircraft were destroyed in the south of Iran’s Isfahan province during a U.S. mission to rescue a stranded airman, Iranian military officials said on Sunday. U.S. officials told Reuters late on Saturday that a second airman whose F-15 jet was downed on Friday in Iran was rescued, a day after the first crew member was recovered. “Additional investigations by…
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World’s oldest leader to get a deputy for first time in 43-year rule
Cameroon’s President Paul Biya, the world’s oldest leader, is set to get a vice-president for the first time in his four-decade rule following controversial constitutional changes backed by parliament. Should anything now happen to Biya, 93, the vice-president will automatically step in and complete the term before a new election is held. The position was scrapped in 1972. In recent…
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Dignitaries gather as Tunde Rahman is installed Ba’a Ìròyìn, launches STRIVE initiative
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – A grand convergence of royalty, political heavyweights, media icons and cultural enthusiasts lit up the King Riverside Holiday Resort, Iwo, as eminent Nigerians gathered to celebrate the diamond jubilee and installation of Tunde Rahman, a veteran journalist and Senior Special Assistant on Media and Special Duties to President Bola Tinubu, as Ba’a Ìròyìn of Iwoland.…
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Skit maker Cute Abiola announces birth of second child
By Folashade Olorunfemi – Popular skit maker and content creator, Abdul-Gafar Ahmad, popularly known as Cute Abiola, has welcomed his second child with his wife. The skit maker announced the arrival of the baby on Saturday via his social media pages, where he shared pictures from a maternity photoshoot. He captioned the post, “Father of Two. 04-04-26.” In the post,…
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ADC appoints foreign envoys to engage global actors over Nigeria’s political climate
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has unveiled plans to appoint envoys in 12 key foreign cities as part of efforts to engage the international community on Nigeria’s political situation and strengthen its global outreach. The move follows the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) decision to de-recognise factions within the party, including the leadership led by former Senate President David Mark.…
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