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Balqees Adeniji  In a bid to boost awareness and ensure accurate dissemination of information on the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, media stakeholders convened in Abeokuta on Thursday for a strategic engagement session organized by the Family Health Initiative of Ogun (FAHIO) in partnership with Pathfinder International, Nigeria. The event, held at the Primary Health Care Board conference room in Oke-Mosan, brought together journalists, health educators, and public health stakeholders to brainstorm on effective media strategies that will promote uptake of the HPV vaccine across the state. In her welcome address, FAHIO Chairperson, Mrs. Oluwakemi Balogun, commended the media for its…

A prominent advocacy group, the Ogun West Initiative (OWI), has applauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, for the successful upgrade of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, to the Federal University of Technology, Ilaro. The commendation followed the announcement by Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Wednesday that President Tinubu had signed the bill into law. The bill, which had its first reading nearly nine years ago, was sponsored by Senator Adeola, who represents Ogun West Senatorial District in the National Assembly. In a statement issued Wednesday night, OWI described the development as “heartwarming and…

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced another N15 reduction in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), marking yet another effort to ease the burden of fuel costs on Nigerians. Following this latest slash, PMS will now sell at N875 per litre in Lagos, N885 in the South West, N895 in the North West and North Central, and N905 in the South East, South South, and North East. The revised prices are effective immediately and will be implemented through all of Dangote Refinery’s distribution partners, including MRS, AP (Ardova), Heyden, Optima Energy, Techno Oil, and Hyde. In a statement…

The Oluomo of Yewaland and Chairman of IBD Impex Ltd/IBD International Hotels Ltd, Chief Ibrahim Dende Egungbohun, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the upgrade of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, to a Federal University of Technology. Chief Egungbohun, popularly known as IBD Dende, described the development as a major milestone for Yewaland, expressing delight over the transformation of the institution. In a statement issued by his spokesman, Elder Adetokunbo Fakeye, the business mogul commended the Senator representing Ogun West Senatorial District, Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, for championing the bill that led to the elevation of…

Odunayo Alade, father of the WASSCE candidate killed by a stray bullet in Ibadan, has explained why he failed to stop when flagged down by security operatives, saying he was trying to ensure his son got to his examination centre early. It  had earlier reported that the deceased, Kehinde Alade, was fatally shot on Tuesday at Gbagi Market Road, Ibadan, in the Egbeda Local Government Area of Oyo State, allegedly by a police officer pursuing the family vehicle. Speaking to News Central at his residence in Ibadan on Wednesday, Alade denied breaching traffic regulations and insisted he took a commonly…

The 27th Annual Sports Day of the Blind was held on May 15, 2025, at the Yaba College of Technology Sports Centre, drawing attention to the importance of inclusion in sports and society. Organised by the Federal Nigeria Society for the Blind (FNSB) and sponsored by the Daramola Dynasty Foundation, the event was a colourful celebration of resilience, ability, and equality. Held under the theme “Champions of Inclusion,” the Sports Day featured a vibrant display of talent, strength, and determination. Events such as the March Past, Tug of War, and various track races highlighted the athletic prowess and team spirit…

The Honourable Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Kunle Salako, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, for their pivotal roles in the recent upgrade of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, to the Federal University of Technology, Ilaro. In a statement personally signed by the Minister, Dr. Salako described the presidential assent to the bill as “another milestone achievement” under President Tinubu’s administration and a strong indication of the President’s inclusive and transformative approach to governance. According to him, the elevation of the institution marks a new chapter in…

By Olalekan Shoyinka (Ayinla Egba) Whether you call it football or soccer, the sport offers more than just entertainment—it’s a rich source of life lessons for those who watch closely. Every match contains elements of strategy, perseverance, risk, failure, and triumph. Life, in many ways, mirrors football: plan your days like a manager prepares his squad; stay adaptable, just like a coach with a Plan B; and even when things don’t go as planned, never give up. Above all, like football, life rewards those who dare. As a rare type of fan—one without allegiance to any single club—I enjoy the…

… Says President has fulfilled long-standing dream of Yewa people Daud Olatunji The Eselu of Iselu Kingdom in Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State, Oba (Dr.) Akintunde Akinyemi, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the conversion of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, to the Federal University of Technology, Ilaro (FUTI), describing it as a monumental achievement and a dream come true for the Yewa people. In an open letter of appreciation addressed to President Tinubu, Oba Akinyemi described the upgrade as a landmark decision that will forever change the educational landscape of Ogun West. “Your…

… Borno Governor Zulum Alleges Politicians, Soldiers Aid Boko Haram In a dramatic escalation of security tensions in West Africa, the Republic of Benin has shut down a key waterway connecting Ota in Ogun State, Nigeria, to southern Benin, citing fears of arms smuggling and terrorism threats. This latest move tightens an already strict border clampdown that has disrupted trade and heightened diplomatic strains between the two neighbours. The water route, long a vital artery for legal trade, facilitates the movement of agricultural produce and household goods between rural communities in southwest Nigeria and Benin. Traders and residents, who depend…