Author: Olugbenga Fashina

By Amb. Fashina Olugbenga Today, I celebrate an extraordinary woman of grace, strength, and undeniable substance — Chief Mrs. Temitope Adeola YAYI. Your life is a shining reflection of dignity, compassion, and purposeful impact. You embody elegance with strength, leadership with humility, and influence with integrity. In every space you occupy, you radiate excellence and inspire countless lives, especially women and the younger generation who look up to you as a beacon of hope and possibility. On this special occasion of your birthday, I join family, friends, and well-wishers in honoring not just your birth, but the remarkable journey of…

What does it take to lead a nation’s army through the birth pains of a young republic and turbulent coups?For Nigeria, one of the figures who quietly but profoundly shaped its military history was Major General David Akpode Ejoor (1932–2019). Born in Ovu, Delta State, Ejoor enlisted in the Nigerian Army in 1953 and was commissioned three years later after training in Ghana and at the prestigious Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst.From his early days, it was clear he had the discipline, intellect, and vision to rise to the top. He first took on national responsibility as Military Governor of the…

PRESS RELEASE •Says govt set aside $2 million since 2021 for redevelopment of Makoko waterfront The Lagos State Government on Monday declared that the recent demolitions in Makoko were part of a broader, statewide safety and environmental policy aimed at preventing disasters linked to unsafe settlements, fire outbreaks, and high-risk infrastructure locations. The State Government made the declaration during a press conference by the Special Adviser to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on eGIS and Urban Development, Dr. Olajide Babatunde, at the Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre, Alausa. Dr. Babatunde, flanked by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, and Special…

There is a season in life when the phone will not stop ringing.Your name trends. Your presence opens doors. Your silence is noticed.And then—quietly, almost without warning—the season changes.Yusuf Buhari, son of Nigeria’s late president, once shared a sobering truth about life after power. He recalled how, immediately after Goodluck Jonathan congratulated his father on winning the presidency, his phone became a public utility. Calls poured in before dawn. Old classmates resurfaced. Long-forgotten acquaintances rediscovered memories. Distant relatives suddenly remembered blood ties. Even people who had once passed briefly through the Buhari household found reasons to reconnect.It felt like relevance…

In February 1976, General Murtala Mohammed created 7 new states to deepen federalism and accelerate development: Bauchi, Benue, Borno, Imo, Niger, Ogun, and Ondo. Fifty years later, the results are mixed — and for many, deeply disappointing. Region: North-East Population: ~8 million Poverty rate: ~56–60% (NBS Multidimensional Poverty Index) IGR: Below ₦25bn annually Economy heavily dependent on FAAC allocations. Historic reality: Despite agriculture, solid minerals, and tourism sites like Yankari, Bauchi failed to industrialize. Manufacturing contribution to GDP remains minimal. 50 years later: No major industrial hub. Youth unemployment remains high. The capital city still lacks modern infrastructure. Development outcome:…

BY KAYODE ODUNARO Over the weekend, precisely on Saturday, February 7, the race towards the governorship seat of Ogun State in 2027 got a push with a radio declaration to contest for the position of governor by no less a figure than Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, the first daughter/child of former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo. Not a few were surprised by the announcement coming shortly after her expression of the opposite sentiment to a news channel in Remo, Ogun State. The denial then, followed some bill board advertising suggestive she is back from a seeming self-imposed political sabbatical. In the ensuing…

History often turns quietly—behind palace doors, away from microphones, and in moments when custodians of tradition choose to speak frankly about the future. Such was the weight and symbolism of the meeting held on Sunday, 8th February 2026, when Oba Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle, the Olu of Ilaro, Paramount Ruler of Yewaland and Chairman of the Ogun State Council of Obas, received Oba Prof Abdulkadir Adeyemi Obalanlege, the Olota of Ota, in a private and deeply strategic engagement. This was not a courtesy visit. It was a deliberate convergence of history, grievance, hope, and political calculation—anchored on what has now become…

Reverend Dr. Ebunoluwa Oluwaseyi Bakare (Mama Gboromiro)Founder & Presiding Prophetess, Gboromiro Christian Ministry Inc.Reverend Dr. Ebunoluwa Oluwaseyi Bakare, affectionately and reverently called Mama Gboromiro, is a woman raised by God for deep spiritual impact in this generation. She is not just a minister of the Gospel; she is a divinely commissioned oracle, a carrier of prophetic fire, and a mother to destinies. Her life and ministry reflect the unmistakable evidence of God’s hand—shaped by intimacy with the Holy Spirit, forged through obedience, and released for the transformation of lives.From the very foundation of her calling, Mama Gboromiro has walked in…

Rite Foods Limited, a proudly Nigerian and world-class food and beverage company, congratulates the legendary Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti on his historic posthumous recognition with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, conferred by the Recording Academy in January 2026. The global honour reinforces Fela’s enduring legacy as a fearless cultural icon whose music inspired generations. It also resonates strongly with Rite Foods’ Fearless Energy Drink, which in 2021 became the first brand to confer a posthumous award on the Legend, recognising his audacity, originality, and uncompromising voice during the Felabration festival at the Afrika Shrine, Lagos. Presented at the Special Merit Awards ceremony in Los Angeles ahead of…

In a time when decisive, forward-thinking leadership is more needed than ever, one young leader has emerged from Ota, Ogun State with uncommon drive, clarity of purpose, and an unshakable commitment to impact. Hon. Chief Abayomi Omoroga, the Eletu of Ota, is not merely a title holder but a force of change, a beacon of hope, and a tireless advocate for youth empowerment and success.From his early journey, Chief Omoroga has consistently demonstrated a rare blend of ambition, courage, and compassion. With a relentless work ethic and an action-driven mindset, he refuses to merely occupy positions of influence; instead, he…