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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,…

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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…

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… 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…

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…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,…

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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…

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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 -…

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It’s easy to think a game should feel the same wherever you play it. The rules are identical, the visuals are familiar, and nothing obvious has changed. Yet people quickly notice that the same game can feel smoother or more settled on one platform than on another. That difference usually has very little to do with the game itself. It comes from the technology wrapped around it. Even before gameplay begins, the platform starts shaping the experience. How quickly screens load, how stable layouts feel, and how navigation behaves all influence expectations. On platforms such as Betway, that surrounding structure…

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… as Baytus-Salam Central Mosque graduates another set of Wolimat Quran, I’daadiyyah The CEO of Pelican Valley Nigeria Limited, Ambassador (Dr.) Babatunde Muritala Adeyemo, has commended former President Olusegun Obasanjo for his religious tolerance, harmony and fostering of unity among people of different faiths, saying those attributes also marked him out as an exemplary leader and elder statesman. Adeyemo noted that the ex – president’s attitude of religious harmony and non – discrimination towards other faiths made it possible for him to encourage islamic education through the establishment Islamic Education Centre, an extension of the Mosque within the sprawling Olusegun…

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It was the Boxing Day 2025. The Podium, an event and reception – like hall within the Pelican Valley Estate Laderin, bustled with life and excitement as hundreds of women.gathered there rejoicing. The women were all widows – both young and old. There was also a sprinkling of widowers among them who also showed up like the women to receive once again support,,scholarship, medical supports and encouragement from Oko Opo Widows Foundation. They were particularly happy. They sang and danced in appreciation to God for using the foundation to wipe tears off their eyes. They shared testimonies of help, cash…

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The Ogun State High Court sitting in Abeokuta has issued an interlocutory injunction restraining Chief Olukayode Lisoyi, Chief Ade Kadejo, Chief Shitta Sule, Chief Kabiru Adebeshin, Chief Mutalibi Somuyiwa, alongside other, from selling, leasing, reselling or otherwise dealing with disputed parcels of land located at Ibokun-Aro Town along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State. The order was made in a ruling delivered on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, by the High Court following a Motion on Notice filed by Shina Solarin and Ganiyu Oguntade, who are suing for themselves and on behalf of the Aro-Oguntola family. In…

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