EKOPATH 2026: WADIAP honours Sen. Faduyile as Pathologists call for future-proofing profession

By Steve Ovirih. Ondo South Senator, Prof. Dayo Faduyile, OON has been honored by West African Division of International Academy of Pathology (WADIAP). Faduyile’s recognition by his colleagues in the WADIAP was a major highlight of the opening ceremony of the 16th Annual General And Scientific Meeting of the Academy, which held on Tuesday atContinueContinue reading “EKOPATH 2026: WADIAP honours Sen. Faduyile as Pathologists call for future-proofing profession”

Ondo varsity ASUU gives condition to end strike

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH) Okitipupa Branch, has said that its ongoing strike would not be called off until all its demands were fully met by the management. Dr Oluwatoyin Ogunbamike, ASUU Chairman, OAUSTECH, made the disclosure on Wednesday in Okitipupa. OAUSTECH ASUU commenced indefiniteContinueContinue reading “Ondo varsity ASUU gives condition to end strike”

Olabode commends FG for halting proposed N50,000 WAEC, NECO fee hike

An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Mr Omoyele Olabode, has commended the Federal Government for suspending the proposed N50,000 increase in registration fees for the West Africa Examination Council (WAEC) and National Examination Council (NECO) examinations. Olabode, in a statement issued in Lagos on Wednesday, described the decision as “timely and people-centered,” noting that theContinueContinue reading “Olabode commends FG for halting proposed N50,000 WAEC, NECO fee hike”

Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim applauds Abiodun over mega projects in Ogun

Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim, Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations and Chairman of the UN Budget and Appropriations Committee, has commended Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun for his administration’s infrastructure drive and strategic development vision. Ibrahim made the commendation during a one-day official visit to Ogun State, where he joined Abiodun on an inspection tourContinueContinue reading “Amb. Jimoh Ibrahim applauds Abiodun over mega projects in Ogun”

Man allegedly shot wedding guests over loud music in Kano

A wedding celebration in Kano State reportedly turned tragic after a 34-year-old man, Rabiu Mukthar, allegedly opened fire on guests over the noise from music being played at the event. One person was killed while three others sustained injuries in the incident, which occurred in the Tudun Yola Quarters area of the state. The KanoContinueContinue reading “Man allegedly shot wedding guests over loud music in Kano”

Tinubu condemns mass abduction in Niger, orders immediate rescue operation

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed outrage over the mass abduction and killing of innocent citizens by criminal elements in Niger State. This contained in a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Strategy on Aug. 25 in Abuja. Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force,ContinueContinue reading “Tinubu condemns mass abduction in Niger, orders immediate rescue operation”

Eld-el-Maulud: Olabode felicitates Muslims, calls for peace, unity

An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Mr. Omoyele Olabode has congratulated the Muslim faithful in Nigeria and across the world on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Maulud celebration. In a statement issued on Tuesday morning, Olabode described the birth of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as a moment for sober reflection on the virtues of love, tolerance,ContinueContinue reading “Eld-el-Maulud: Olabode felicitates Muslims, calls for peace, unity”

IYWF: IFAD-VCDP, SAPZ urges more investment in women farmers

The International Fund for Agricultural Development Value Chain Development Programme (IFAD-VCDP) and Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones (SAPZ) have called for increased investment in women farmers to boost food security. The Acting State Programme Coordinator, Ogun VCDP, Mrs Abiola Sobukola, made the call on Monday in Abeokuta at the joint observance of the International Year ofContinueContinue reading “IYWF: IFAD-VCDP, SAPZ urges more investment in women farmers”

Olabode hails Aiyedatiwa over Oba Adesida flyover launch

A chieftain of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, Mr.Omoyele Olabode has commended Gov. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa for the official launch of the new overhead bridge construction on Oba Adesida Road, describing it as a bold step that will reshape the state capital. The 2.38-kilometre flyover, approved by the state Executive Council, is toContinueContinue reading “Olabode hails Aiyedatiwa over Oba Adesida flyover launch”

Tears flows as Nollywood legend, Ogogo laid to rest in Ilaro hometown

Tears flowed in Ilaro, Ogun State, on Monday as the remains of veteran Nollywood actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, were carried to his final resting place. An emotional atmosphere enveloped the venue as family members, friends, colleagues and sympathisers gathered for the burial rites of the 66-year-old actor. A video from the funeralContinueContinue reading “Tears flows as Nollywood legend, Ogogo laid to rest in Ilaro hometown”