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Ogun State, August 22, 2023 – Renowned broadcast journalist Adeyinka Adegbite, popularly known as Ọmọ-Bàbá-Tíṣà, was bestowed with an award of excellence on Tuesday.  The accolade was conferred upon him by the Environmental Health And Ecological Research Group at Ogun State Polytechnic Of Health and Allied Sciences, Ilese Ijebu, Ijebu Ode. The distinguished award, titled “Communication and Media Excellence,” was presented to him by the former Provost of the Polytechnic, Dr. Olusegun Ogunyanwo.  The presentation took place during the Annual International Environmental and Public Health Conference held at Adetumbi Adebanjo hall within the institution. This recognition was…

In response to a significant surge in cases of conjunctivitis, commonly referred to as “eye flu,” among school children, the authorities in India’s northeastern state of Nagaland have taken decisive action by temporarily closing all schools until August 26. The move aims to curb the spread of the contagious eye ailment and protect both students and educators. Reports from local government officials on Tuesday revealed that numerous instances of conjunctivitis have emerged across districts, including Dimapur, Chumoukedima, Niuland, and Mon. Given the widespread nature of the outbreak, deputy commissioners of these districts made the unanimous decision to…

The Ogun State Government, acting through the Building Production and Management Authority (OGBPMA), has taken decisive action against building violations in a recent enforcement exercise.  A total of 10 buildings were sealed in Ilaro and Abeokuta, with notices served to the owners of five additional structures in Agbara, all found to be in breach of building regulation laws. During a press briefing held amidst a monitoring and enforcement operation in Agbara, the Acting General Manager of the Authority, Engr. Olakunle Olaniran, provided insights into the crackdown.  He disclosed that the sealed structures in Abeokuta encompassed a residential…

In a heartrending incident that has sent shockwaves through the community, the life of Chinecherem Promise Ibeh, a brilliant and accomplished student, has been tragically cut short.  The young girl, who had achieved a remarkable feat of scoring 9As in her West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WAEC WASSCE), was poisoned to death just as she had secured a prestigious scholarship to pursue her dreams of higher education in the United Kingdom. Hailing from Umunneochi local government area in Abia state, Chinecherem’s story was one of remarkable promise and academic excellence.  At a mere 15 years of…

In a decisive move that echoes the stern stance of Barrister Nyesom Wike, the newly appointed Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the Directorate of Road Traffic Services (DRTS) under the FCT Administration (FCTA) has taken action against the growing issue of illegal structures within the capital.  Following the minister’s recent threat to demolish such structures, the DRTS has executed a crackdown, impounding a total of 20 rickety vehicles, along with 10 tricycles and 15 motorcycles on Tuesday.  Authorities have issued a grave warning, vowing to crush these impounded vehicles and prosecuting their owners. During the…

In a startling development that highlights escalating tensions, the Muslim Action Against Aggression and Oppression (MUAAO) has unequivocally responded to a recent threat of violence from a group identifying itself as the ‘Oodua Isedale Muslim Council.’  The  group  had reportedly declared its intentions to wage war on Islam and Muslims in Yoruba land. The group was  also quoted of  saying that Yorubaland had been peaceful  prior to the advent of Islam and Christianity. The is development prompted   a fierce response from the Muslim Action Against Aggression and Oppression. MUAAO’s statement signed by Chief Imam, University of Abuja,Professor of…

By Onomiguren Agbamu Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has congratulated the Olu of Warri, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, on his second coronation anniversary ceremony The governor, in a statement through his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, in Asaba, praised the revered traditional ruler for keeping Warri Kingdom peaceful and inviting investment since ascending the ancient throne. He said since “Olu ascension to the throne, he had played a key role in various economic endeavours to revive trade and commerce in the kingdom”. The governor described the Olu as “a man of peace and a…

Several Nigerian states are grappling with arbitrary hikes in petrol pump prices that exceed the officially adjusted post-subsidy rates, according to the latest findings from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The NBS’s “Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) Price Watch” report for July 2023 unveiled the disconcerting trend. Borno state emerged as the frontrunner on the price scale, with petrol priced at N657.27 per litre, surpassing the post-subsidy adjusted official rate of N600.35 per litre for that region by 9.5 percent. Abia state followed closely with a rate of N643.15, and Gombe state secured the third spot at N642.22, both exceeding…

The Nigerian equities market embarked on a bullish journey as BuaFoods, Stanbic IBTC, and a host of 29 other stocks surged, resulting in an impressive market performance that propelled capitalization up by N262 billion. Concluding trading on the latest session, the market capitalization of listed equities witnessed a notable 0.74 percent rise, reaching N35.684 trillion from N35.42 trillion recorded the previous day. Additionally, the all-share index (ASI) soared by 481.32 basis points to achieve 65202.41 points, a significant upturn from the 64721.09 points traded on the preceding Friday. The Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) experienced this positive shift…

In a concerning revelation, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has unveiled a pattern of asset under-declaration and tax evasion by affluent individuals and businesses in Nigeria.  This practice, the FIRS suggests, has led to a significant loss of tax revenues for both federal and state governments. Johannes Wojuola, the Special Assistant for Media and Communication to the Executive Chairman of FIRS, highlighted this issue during a recent visit to The Guardian’s corporate headquarters in Lagos.  He revealed that notable high-net-worth Nigerians are systematically under-reporting their assets, thereby depriving the government of essential tax income. Wojuola…