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BY YINKA KAREEM With the 39th Lisabi Festival concluded, focus shifts to one of its most captivating highlights: the Egbaliganza. The term “liganza” in Egbaliganza is derived from eleganza, itself from the Latin elegantia, meaning “choice” or “refinement.” (Copilot) The graceful and stylish outfits displayed during the festival embodied this sense of “liganza,” echoing the sentiment expressed by the Lai Labode Heritage Foundation that; Ẹ̀gbáliganza began as a cultural call to memory, a bold move to reposition Ẹ̀gbá heritage at the forefront of contemporary expression. What started as a vision to showcase the elegance of Egba fashion has evolved into…

…Prays for Peace, Prosperity Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited, a frontline player in Nigeria’s real estate sector, has extended warm Eid al-Fitr greetings to Muslims in Nigeria and across the world. In a statement made available to newsmen in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital on Friday, the Chief Executive Officer(CEO), Ambassador (Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo, on behalf of the management of the company, prayed for a blessed Eid, enduring rewards for the good deeds observed during the Ramadan period, and greater blessings from Allah in the days ahead. The company also extended its goodwill to clients and investors in its high-value, driven…

The Agbaakin of Ikija Kingdom, Dr. Oluwaseun Ogunsanya, is set to take part as one of the distinguished horse riders at the forthcoming Lisabi Festival 2026, in what organisers describe as a symbolic display of honour, heritage and leadership within Egba land. The 39th edition of the festival, scheduled for March 28, 2026, will feature the traditional horse procession, one of its most revered highlights, bringing together title holders, cultural figures and community leaders across Oke Ona Egba and beyond. Ogunsanya’s participation comes months after he was conferred with the prestigious Agbaakin chieftaincy title by the Ikija Kingdom, in recognition…

A Federal High Court sitting in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has discharged Oba Adedayo Shyllon Sogbulu, the Alagbado of Agbado, in a cybercrime case that lasted nearly eight months, as the man alleged to have fabricated and circulated the threatening online post that triggered the matter has now been charged before a Federal High Court in Lagos. Justice Abiodun J. Adeyemi of the Abeokuta Judicial Division struck out charge number FHC/AB/79C/2025 on March 3, 2026, after the prosecution failed to arraign the monarch across five separate court appearances. “Justice delayed is justice denied,” the judge ruled. “The court cannot continue to…

Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited, a leading name in the Nigerian real estate sector, has announced an upward review of land and housing prices across its flagship estates. The company cited massive capital appreciation, fluctuations in the cost of construction materials, and ongoing infrastructural investments as the primary drivers behind the adjustment. Management confirmed that while the new rates for land acquisitions will officially take effect on March 31, 2026, price increments for housing units have been implemented with immediate effect. The review affects two of the firm’s most prominent developments in Ogun State. At the Pelican Brief Estate in Kobape,…

The Chief Executive Officer of Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited, Ambassador (Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo, has disclosed plans by the company to review upward the prices of properties and contracted development across its estates, citing the rising cost of construction materials in the country as reason for the decision. Adeyemo, whose firm developed estates such as Pelican Valley Estate, Pelican Brief Estate, Pelican’s Ecostay Apartments, and Pelican Greenish Acre Farm Estate – said the decision became necessary following the fluctuating and sharp increase in the prices of cement, granite, labourers and other building materials. He spoke during an inspection visit to Pelican…

… as widow gets monthly stipend, other The Founder of Oko Opo Foundation, Ambassador (Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo, has pledged educational and financial support for the family of a late electrician, Abdul-Rasheed Sodiya, in a humanitarian gesture aimed at cushioning the impact of the death at a time his loved ones needed him most. Adeyemo, alongside members of the foundation, visited the bereaved family at Ita Eko area of Abeokuta on Friday to commiserate with the widow and her children. During the condolence visit, the philanthropist and real estate entrepreneur announced that the foundation would sponsor the education of the deceased’s…

…Pray for Peace in Nigeria, Middle East A major player in Nigeria’s real estate sector, Ambassador (Dr) Babatunde Muritala Adeyemo, has called on Nigerian politicians—particularly Muslims—to embrace a politics rooted in service, transparency, and accountability as the country gradually approaches the 2027 general elections. Adeyemo said Islam permits believers to actively participate in politics and governance, but stressed that such involvement must be driven by service to the people rather than oppression or personal gain. The real estate entrepreneur, who is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited and promoter of Pelican Valley Estate Laderin, Pelican Brief,…

Football has always been about opinion. Who’s in form. Who shouldn’t be starting. Which team looks shaky away from home. Long before betting apps, fans were already predicting outcomes every weekend. Betting didn’t create that habit. It just gave it somewhere to land. Why football works so well for betting Football is slow enough to think about and chaotic enough to get wrong. Ninety minutes gives people time to read the game, but one mistake can undo everything. A red card. A deflection. A keeper error. That balance is why football attracts betting interest more than most sports. You’re never…

A major player in the nation’s real estate business, Ambassador (Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo, has congratulated former governor of Ogun State, Aremo Olusegun Osoba, on being recognized and honoured today, January 29, 2026 with the award of a Doctor of Science (D.Sc. Ed.) degree honoris causa in Political Science. The award given by the Nigeria’s premier education university – Tai Solarin University of Education (TASFUED), will be presented to Aremo Osoba at the institution’s 17th convocation ceremony today at its Ijagun campus, off Ijebu – Ode. Two other exceptional Nigerians – First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu and Governor Dapo Abiodun -…