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Oyintiloye celebrates Oyetola at 70

By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Hon. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has felicitated with the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Mr. Adegboyega Oyetola, on his 70th birthday anniversary. In a congratulatory message made available to newsmen in Osogbo, Oyintiloye described the Minister as a visionary and respected leader who leads a life…

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Tinubu hails Bishop David Oyedepo at 70

By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu saluted David Oyedepo, founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide and Presiding Bishop of Faith Tabernacle, on his 70th birthday on Friday. In a tribute, President Tinubu celebrated the entire Body of Christ, members of Winner’s Chapel at home and abroad, and the family of the charismatic and visionary leader on this milestone, which…

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Bobrisky: FG suspends two senior correctional service officers

The Federal Government has suspended some senior officers of the Nigerian Correctional Service over bribery allegations regarding controversial crossdresser Idris Okuneye, widely known as Bobrisky. A blogger, Martins Otse known as VeryDarkMan, had alleged in viral videos that some officers of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) collected ₦15 million from Bobrisky for the anti-graft agency to drop money laundering…

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Sanwo-Olu congratulates Bishop Oyedepo at 70

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Bishop David Oyedepo, founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide and Presiding Bishop of Faith Tabernacle in Nigeria, on the occasion of his 70th birthday. In a statement released on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu described Bishop Oyedepo as…

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President Tinubu celebrates Oba Rashidi Ladoja on his 80th birthday

By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has extended warm birthday wishes to Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja on the occasion of his 80th birthday, celebrated today, September 25, 2024. Oba Ladoja, a respected businessman and former Governor of Oyo State (2003–2007), also served as a Senator during Nigeria’s Third Republic. Recently, Oba Rashidi was elevated to the status of a beaded-crown-wearing…

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Soyinka: My mum was a lieutenant to Fela’s mum during their years of activism

Aged 90, Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka recently opened up to CNN’s Larry Madowo at his home in Abeokuta, Southwestern Nigeria. He spoke on several issues in the interview including the old legend of stopping an election result broadcast, why he doesn’t like his memoirs translated to film and more. What did it feel like to go to prison just because…

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Wole Soyinka expresses discomfort over biopic

By Tosin Brown Renowned Nigerian playwright and novelist Wole Soyinka has revealed his discomfort with public exposure of his private life, particularly when it is depicted in films or documentaries. In a recent interview with CNN, Soyinka admitted that it pains him to see aspects of his life turned into material for public consumption. “No. Let me put it this…

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Tinubu mourns elder cousin, Ade Ekemode

By Kunle Sanni President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed profound grief over the death of his elder cousin, Dr. Naheemdeen Ade Ekemode, who passed away at the age of 80. In an emotional tribute, President Tinubu reflected on their shared childhood memories and highlighted the distinguished career of Dr. Ekemode, a gynaecologist who practised for over five decades. Dr. Ekemode,…

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VP Shettima celebrates First Lady Oluremi Tinubu on 64th birthday

By Kunle Sanni Vice President Kashim Shettima has extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, as she celebrates her 64th birthday. In a statement personally signed on Saturday, Shettima lauded the First Lady’s remarkable contributions to Nigerian politics, especially her dedication to elevating women in leadership roles. He praised Senator Tinubu’s significant efforts in rural development,…

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Lagos Speaker Obasa celebrates First Lady Oluremi Tinubu at 64

Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has congratulated Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on her 64th birthday, praising her as a compassionate leader dedicated to the welfare of Nigerian citizens. In a statement issued by his media office, Speaker Obasa lauded Senator Tinubu’s unwavering courage and commitment to building a better society, highlighting her support…

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