Author: Olugbenga Fashina

OTA, OGUN STATE. High Chief Olanrewaju Bashorun LARRYBASH convened a crucial strategic meeting on July 25, 2025, with the Larrybash team (stakeholders, coordinators, and support group heads) from the 16 wards of the Ado-Odo/Ota federal constituency. The gathering, which took place at the Larrybash secretariat in Okede, Ota, Ogun State, brainstormed and mapped out innovative ideas to bolster the progress of the Larrybash’s House of Representatives ambition in 2027. The meeting also identified key areas of focus, developed effective strategies, and enhanced Larrybash’s increasing momentum for the House of Representatives seat in the Ado-Odo/Ota federal constituency. This event showcases LARRYBASH’s…

Alhaji Aliko Dangote has urged President Bola Tinubu to consider adding refined petroleum products to the list of items ban from import under the Federal Government’s ‘Nigeria First’ policy. The “Nigeria First” initiative aims to prohibit government agencies from importing items that can be manufactured within the country. In May, Tinubu restricted government departments from purchasing goods or services from abroad if they are already available locally. The policy outlined that acquiring foreign products or services that are already accessible in Nigeria should not move forward without proper justification and a waiver from the Bureau of Public Procurement. During the…

The family of His Imperial Majesty Oba Okunadé Àdèlé Síjúwadé Olúbùṣe with Ọọ̀ni of Ifẹ̀ Ọba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ọjájá II expressing their gratitude to all royalties and guests who made it to the The 10th memorial Of 50th Ooni of Ifè, His Imperial Majesty Oba Okunadé Àdèlé Síjúwadé Olúbùṣe. Ọọ̀ni gave his speech and celebrated the legacy that lives us by the late Imperial Majesty and further asked everyone to rise and give a standing ovation to honor the life, legacy, and enduring impact of the beloved late monarch.

President Bola Tinubu on Friday appealed to power generation companies (GENCOs) to give the federal government more time to complete the verification and validation of longstanding debts owed to them. During a meeting with members of the Association of Power Generation Companies, led by Col. Sani Bello (rtd), at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the President assured them of his administration’s commitment to resolving the liquidity challenges in the power sector. The Special Adviser to the President on Energy, Mrs. Olu Verheijen, disclosed that a ₦4 trillion bond programme has received anticipatory approval from President Tinubu to address the liquidity…

The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy (FMACTCE) has reaffirmed its strategic cultural alliance with the British Council, setting the stage for a dynamic year of collaboration aimed at growing Nigeria’s creative economy and global cultural footprint. During a high-level visit to the Ministry’s headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday, the British Council’s Country Director in Nigeria, Donna McGowan, led a delegation to meet with the Honourable Minister Hannatu Musa Musawa. The dialogue was focused on scaling up joint efforts in cultural diplomacy, youth development, and sector-wide growth. “The creative sector is not only the heartbeat of…

By Dr. Bunmi Awoyemi In the evolving theatre of Nigerian democracy, 2027 will not be remembered as just another election year. It will be remembered as the final, unequivocal reckoning—the moment when Bola Ahmed Tinubu returns with a thunderous mandate to seal his legacy and silence a gallery of critics who have feasted gluttonously on imbalanced diets of propaganda, false prophecy, AI manipulated videos, bigotry inspired WhatsApp and Zoom groups, fabricated news reports, fake screen shots, manufactured precision guided outrage, and selective amnesia. Make no mistake: Tinubu’s landslide is inevitable. The numbers are already writing themselves in the annals of…

Remarks by Hon. Kayode Oladele , Acting Chairman of the Federal Character Commission at an interactive meeting with the media held on July 24, 2025 at the Commission’s Headquarters, Abuja. Distinguished ladies and gentlemen of the press, esteemed guests and colleagues, It is both a privilege and a necessity that we gather today to speak on a matter of national importance the strategic partnership between the Federal Character Commission (FCC) and the media, and the vital role of the press in advancing equity, justice, and national cohesion through effective communication and public enlightenment. The Role of the Federal Character Commission…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) on Thursday elected Professor Nentawe Yilwatda as its new National Chairman, as President Bola Tinubu called on governors to focus more on grassroots engagement to meet the expectations of Nigerians. At the party’s 14th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Abuja, Yilwatda, the party’s national legal adviser and deputy national secretary, were elected by consensus. The meeting also extended the tenure of zonal, State, council and ward executives until December 31, 2025. President Tinubu emphasised the need for increased community engagement and greater responsiveness to citizens’ concerns. “Nigerians are still complaining at the grassroots,” the…

Humanitarian Minister Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda is the new chairman of the All Progressives Congress. He was elected unanimously by the National Executive Committee of the party on Thursday. Yilwatda replaces Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, who resigned for crucial private matters. Here is a profile of Yilwatda: Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda is a distinguished academic, a visionary leader, and a passionate advocate for humanitarian and poverty reduction initiatives. Born on August 8, 1968, in Dungung, Kanke Local Government Area, he hails from a lineage of service, being the son of the Late Rev. Toma Yilwatda. From an early age, Prof. Yilwatda…

As part of its unwavering commitment to digitally transform Nigeria’s small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs), leadingfinancial institution Fidelity Bank is set to empower entrepreneurs across the country with cutting-edge digital tools designed to streamline operations, boost productivity, and drive sustainable growth. Through the Fidelity SME Empowerment Program (FSEP), the bank will equip 100 growth-ready entrepreneurs with a comprehensive digital toolkit that includes: a POS desktop system, access to ERPRev software, receipt printer & barcode scanner; inventory & management tools. business training and support; free fidelity pos with branding and onboarding assistance Interested entrepreneurs can apply via: https://bit.ly/SMEEmpowermentprogram2025 Commenting on the…