Author: Olugbenga Fashina

The Warri Kingdom witnessed a moment of profound historical importance today as His Majesty, Ogiame Atuwatse III CFR, the Olu of Warri, conferred upon Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu CON, the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria the prestigious chieftaincy title of Utukpa-Oritse of Warri Kingdom. Today’s investiture carried a deeply personal and emotional significance, as this occasion was, in every sense, an official homecoming. Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, proudly traces her maternal roots to the Itsekiri, making her one of Warri Kingdom’s most distinguished daughters. In welcoming her home through this investiture, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Wednesday at the State House, charged the Acting Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to restore peace and strengthen security nationwide. President Tinubu issued this directive at the decoration of Disu as the Acting Inspector-General of Police, following the retirement of Kayode Egbetokun and pending the Nigeria Police Council’s ratification of the appointment and the Senate’s confirmation. The council will meet next week. “I made this decision for you to assume this responsibility. I know your record. I saw the dedication you exhibited while you were in Lagos when I was governor,” the President said. President…

As Senator Olalekan Mustapha marks his 66th year birthday today, the Ogun West Professionals for YAYI is delighted to celebrate and rejoice with this iconic political and social leader on this special occasion. Senator Mustapha, is undoubtedly an illustrious son of Ogun State whose personality commands pride, respect and value within and outside the State. As the Asiwaju of Ijebu-Igbo and Aare Musulumi of Ogun State, he has made highly remarkable and indelible contributions to community service and the promotion of peace, love and religious harmony in Ogun State. He remains one of the highly respected pillars and promoters of…

Security agencies investigating the alleged coup plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu have identified two persons who allegedly funnelled N835 million through two private companies to bankroll the alleged conspiracy, PREMIUM TIMES can exclusively report. Former Bayelsa State Governor Timipre Sylva allegedly contributed the largest share of N785 million. Investigators alleged that the funds were transferred through Purple Waves Limited, an Abuja-based construction company. The firm’s secretary, John Ebokpo, has since been arrested by security operatives and remains in detention. Mr Sylva, who served as Minister of State for Petroleum Resources under former President Muhammadu Buhari, is accused of being…

The general public is hereby notified that the Distinguished Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola Yayi FCA, CON, representing the Ogun West Senatorial District, Ogun state, has authorized the opening of the 2025/2026 Scholarship and Bursary Award registration, set to commence on Monday, 2nd March 2026 The registration portal will open on the 2nd March, run for three weeks and it will close at 12 midnight on Monday 23rd March 2026 All suitably qualified candidates are enjoined to carefully study the criteria for qualifications and selection and follow the Board’s procedures for registration Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be invited…

*In the sacred business of guiding believers to the Holy Lands, trust is not just a value — it is a covenant. For countless pilgrims seeking a seamless and spiritually fulfilling Umurah experience, Al-Hatyq Travel & Tours Limited has become that covenant of reliability, integrity, and excellence.At the heart of this trusted institution stands Alhaji Otunba (Dr.) Mutiu Badmus, a visionary whose leadership has transformed Al-Hatyq into a symbol of confidence in Islamic pilgrimage services. Performing Umurah is not an ordinary journey. It is a sacred call — one that requires spiritual preparation, meticulous planning, and dependable coordination. Understanding this…

Sustainability has become a critical priority for businesses and governments across the world, driving growth, innovation, and positive change. As the world grapples with climate change, social inequality, and economic uncertainty, organisations are recognising the importance of adopting sustainable practices that balance Environmental, Social, and Governance considerations. In Nigeria, the sustainability agenda has become a mainstay, with companies like FirstBank leading the charge. As the leading financial institution in West Africa, FirstBank has made significant strides in promoting sustainability/ESG, with notable achievements in renewable energy, financial inclusion, and environmental conservation. The bank’s sustainability initiatives are anchored on three pillars: education,…

In what is widely regarded as a defining royal intervention in the political evolution of Ogun West, Oba Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle, the Olu Ilaro, Paramount Ruler of Yewaland and Chairman of the Ogun State Council of Obas, on Friday, 20th February 2026, led a high-powered delegation of Yewa Obas to a strategic engagement with the Awori Obas Forum.The high-level meeting, held at the Palace of the Olota of Ota and hosted by Oba Abdulkadir Adeyemi Obalanlege, focused squarely on deliberations surrounding the 2027 governorship election and the broader Ogun West Agenda.A Strategic Consolidation of UnityThe closed-door engagement was a follow-up…

PRESS RELEASE In another victory by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria through the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP) has yet again won a complex international arbitration. European Dynamics UK Ltd, an international technology contractor, had entered into a dispute with the bureau over a national e-procurement project. In the ruling, which is final and not subject to appeal, the tribunal dismissed the contractor’s claims in their entirety, relieving Nigeria of potential financial exposure estimated at over $6.2 million (approximately ₦9.3 billion) in claimed payments and damages. Nigeria’s legal team was led by Johnson & Wilner LLP, a…

In a remarkable display of royal generosity and commitment to educational advancement, His Royal Majesty, Oba Itu Olasunkanmi Yusuf (Ilemobade), the Onigboko of Igboko Kingdom, has pledged to donate a state-of-the-art tennis court to the Ogun State Institute of Technology (OGITECH), Igbesa. The revered monarch made this announcement on Friday, 20th February 2026, during an official visit to the institution, where he personally inspected the designated project site. The initiative, according to Oba Yusuf, is driven by his passion to see the Polytechnic flourish not only academically but also in sports and social development—creating a balanced and enriching campus environment…