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A 100-level student of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic identified as Roheem Olayimika Salau has escaped assassination attempts by some suspected cultists who reportedly invaded his home on February 4, 2024. It was gathered that Salau of number 10 Ilupeju street, Mosafejo in Abule-Ijoko area of Ogun State was unknowingly living with some suspected cultists in Abeokuta where his campus was located. It was learnt that the cultists suspected to belong to the Aiye confraternity invaded Oshungboye Crescent in Akinolugbade, Abeokuta and killed two. Findings by our correspondent revealed that the house attacked by the suspected cultists was a two-bedroom apartment where…

Real estate entrepreneur and CEO of Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited, Ambassador (Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo, has harped on the importance of peace for progress and development, saying Nigeria needs more of it now to navigate safely out of her current social, economic and security challenges. Describing Peace as a state of calmness and tranquillity devoid of violence, fear and insecurity, Adeyemo said that to have a peaceful country is a shared responsibility and urged Nigerians to join hands to build a peaceful and harmonious Nigeria where sustainable progress and development become a norm. He spoke at the Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria…

For years, Nigeria’s Osun and Kogi states have grappled with the negative impact of illegal mining operations. From environmental pollution to loss of livelihoods, the effects of these operations have been felt by communities in both states. In addition to the physical damage to the landscape, the health of residents has also been affected.  In this report, SODIQ TEMITOPE writes about how illegal mining operations have made life unbearable for some rural Kogi and Osun States residents.

By Ibrahim KegbegbeAs a recent graduate of the Nigerian Institute of Journalism seeking an exception certificate for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), I could not help but observe the efficient and foolproof registration system in place. The NYSC, established in 1973 under the visionary leadership of Yakubu Gowon, has evolved its registration process, setting an exemplary standard for other government agencies. The NYSC registration commences at the institutional level, where the Division of Student Affairs compiles a list of qualified candidates. This streamlined approach ensures that only eligible graduates are considered for the mandatory national service, preventing any manipulation…

An apostle of hope for the Nigerian youths, Amb. (Dr.) Babatunde Adeyemo, has charged Nigerian students to avail themselves of the many gains of globalisation by taking their ingenious products, services, and talents to the global markets and audience for maximum visibility and returns. Adeyemo said that given the world that has been brought together so close and connected to billions of people around the world at the same time through digital technology, it is now practicable to create content, sell to the global markets, and earn money like a country selling crude oil in the international markets. The young…

Real estate entrepreneur, Amb (Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo, has advised the Youth Corps members serving in Ogun State to start ruminating on how to become entrepreneurs and not to fall into the error of searching for white collar jobs like he did 20 years ago when he could have created one by himself at the time. Adeyemo who recalled that he was quite a resourceful and creative youth during his Service year in Niger State, lamented that the valuable seed money – N400,000, he saved while the exercise lasted was squandered afterwards on printing CVs and hunting for jobs that were…

A student of Lagos State University, Odunuga Olatubosun Abiodun, has been forced into hiding following a string of violent attacks allegedly orchestrated by suspected cultists, which led to the brutal killing of his father and brother, and the burning down of his family home in Lagos. Odunuga, a 100 level student and human rights advocate, resides in Gbagada Ifako, Lagos, before the incidents that have now turned his life into a nightmare. Known for his outspokenness against cultism and corruption on Nigerian university campuses, it was gathered that the student activist had over the years drawn the ire of suspected…

The Nigerian Police Force, Ogun State Command, on February 1, 2024, intercepted and handed over 34 irregular migrants to the state’s Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, with a stern note referencing the escalating issue of irregular migration by the notorious Q Net.   This was revealed by the NIS in a statement on Saturday.   Through meticulous profiling, interviews, and documentation, it was revealed that the group, apprehended in Itele town of Ado Odo Ota Local Government Area, had been illegally smuggled into the country through unauthorized routes near the Seme border flanks.     The confessional statements of 32 individuals…

Real estate entrepreneur, Amb.(Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo, has urged the nation’s real estate developers and its handlers to pay attention to the country’s reputation, especially the perception of it by the Nigerians abroad, saying poor reputation management is a major force driving the brain drain, foreign direct investment apathy and youths japa syndrome. Adeyemo expressed the concern that the nation’s army of youths appeared to have reached a junction where they no longer see or say anything good about their country, and with many of them in despair, the impression and opinions have been formed rightly or wrongly that it is…

Pelican Valley Chief Executive Officer, Amb.(Dr) Babatunde Adeyemo has harped on the need for the workforce of the real estate firm to always stick to team spirit, integrity, productivity, and service delivery, saying they are critical to achieving the company’s value and growth targets in 2024. Recalling that Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited started with its flagship product – Pelican Valley Estate Laderin, over 10 years ago with a meager amount of money, Adeyemo said the estate is a household name because of the “passion, commitment, dedication, and integrity” with which the dream was pursued to turn a challenging land terrain…