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Daud Olatunji In a heartwarming display of unity, the Wakilu Musulumi of Yoruba land, Edo, and Delta, and consultant to Ogun state governor on Islamic matters, Sheik Dr. Muhammad Iskilu Awwal, has shed light on the extraordinary life and contributions of the late Iyalode Alaba Lawson.  The late Iyalode  passed away last week, and her funeral is set to be a testament to her dedication to both Muslims and Christians. Speaking with newsmen in Abeokuta, the Isamic leader in South West ,Edo and Delta ,said Iyalode Alaba Lawson’s legacy extends far beyond a religious affiliation.  He added that she was…

Aminat Gusanu The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has released a sobering report on the continuing impact of Lassa fever in the country.  The centre said between January and October, 2023, no fewer than 188 lives were claimed by this infectious disease, which represents a case fatality rate (CFR) of 17.2%. It added that while this CFR is a significant concern, it marks a slight improvement from the 18.9% recorded during the same period in 2022. The NCDC’s latest situation report, made public on Tuesday, reveals that 50 healthcare workers have fallen victim to Lassa fever in 2023.  This…

Daud Olatunji In a bid to combat poverty and stem the rising tide of suicides in Nigeria, the Chief Imam of the Makun Central mosque in Sagamu, Ogun State, Dr. Tajudeen Asaye, has called upon Nigerians, particularly Muslims, to establish non-interest financing efforts. Dr. Asaye, the founder of the Making Muslim Community Relief Foundation (MMCRF), conveyed this message during the foundation’s third Annual General Meeting held on Sunday in Sagamu. Established in 2020 by the cleric, MMCRF was created to alleviate poverty and prevent suicides stemming from financial difficulties. Dr. Asaye expressed his motivation to initiate the foundation, citing the…

Daud Olatunji  In a scathing rebuke of the recent launch of the E-Mobility Programme by the APC-led government under Dapo Abiodun, the Ogun State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has voiced its strong reservations and called for transparency and accountability in the programme’s execution. The Governor has presented the E-Mobility Programme as a measure to counter the effects of the Federal fuel subsidy removal.  However, the PDP in a statement issued by its Publicity Secretary,Akinyele Bankole, raises crucial questions about the authenticity and purpose of this initiative, asserting that it appears to be another smokescreen concealing the…

Daud Olatunji In a significant move towards enhancing food security and promoting sustainable livelihoods, the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security recently conducted a comprehensive training and empowerment program for 120 poultry farmers hailing from the states of Kogi, Ogun, and Oyo.  The initiative primarily focused on bolstering broiler production as a means for farmers to secure a steady income. The training program, which featured active participation from young individuals and women representing all senatorial districts within the three states, aimed to foster self-sufficiency in food production across Nigeria.  The event was inaugurated by Dr. Ernest Umakhihe, the Permanent…

Daud Olatunji  In a press conference held today, the charismatic comedian, Olamilekan Abegunde, popularly known as Dr. Smile, announced the much-anticipated return of comedy to the heart of Abeokuta with his latest creation, “Why Not Smile.”  The monthly comedy show is set to take place on Sunday, November 12, at the New Marquee, OOPL, Abeokuta, and is poised to deliver laughter, entertainment, and unity in the region. Dr. Smile, with a bright and infectious smile on his face, expressed his delight in bringing back comedy to Ogun State, a state that once was a hotspot for entertainment events in the…

In a landmark event held at the Michael Imoudu National Institute for Labour Studies in Ilorin, Kwara State, human rights activist Comrade Debo Adeniran has been elected as the new National President of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR). The election took place during the 2023 Annual General Conference (AGC) of the CDHR, which spanned from Friday, October 27, to Saturday, October 28. Comrade Adeniran’s election as the National President marks a significant moment in the CDHR’s history as it seeks to continue its unwavering commitment to championing human rights causes in Nigeria. The AGC…

Daud Olatunji  In a solemn and heartfelt ceremony, family, friends, and sympathizers gathered to pay their respects and tributes to the late Alhaji Suleimon Adebodun Onabiyi during his eight  Days Fidau Prayers on Monday, October 30th, 2023.  The event, held in his hometown at Rex Age Open Field in Ifo, Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State, celebrated the life of a man described as a true ‘man of the people’ who left an indelible mark on the community. Alhaji Onabiyi passed away on Sunday, October 22nd, 2023, and was laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites at the…

Daud Olatunji The grand burial arrangements announced by the Ogun State government to honor the late Iyalode of Yorubaland, Chief Mrs. Alaba Lawson, have ignited emotions and protests among the academic community.  Chief Mrs. Alaba Lawson, who passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, was a revered figure, having previously served as the Council Chairman of the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY).  The government’s swift initiative to organize a state burial for her has raised concerns, especially from the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP), MAPOLY. While the ASUP acknowledges the late Iyalode Alaba Lawson’s legacy and the need to celebrate…

Daud Olatunji Former Ogun State chairman and national Public Relations Officers  of the National Youth Council of Nigeria, Dr. Tola Adenekan, has called upon the newly elected leadership to be proactive and innovative in tackling the various challenges facing the youth in the state. Dr. Adenekan stated this In an  address delivered during the 2023 elective Congress held at the Valley View Auditorium, Government House in Oke-igbeyin Abeokuta. He  emphasized the need for the Youth Council to be recognized by the solutions it provides to the problems confronting young people in the  State.  He listed these problems as including unemployment,…