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The wife of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Mrs. Taiwo Obasanjo, has publicly sought forgiveness from the Oyo Obas (traditional rulers) and the entire Yoruba race for her husband’s recent actions, which led to the public humiliation of the traditional rulers. During a recent event where he was a special guest at the commissioning of projects…
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has shed light on the reason behind his directive for traditional rulers in Oyo State to stand and then sit during an incident that has drawn widespread criticism. Mr. Obasanjo was criticized for his actions during the inauguration of two projects in Iseyin, Oyo State, where he was the special guest…
Amusan Silenced her critics with a victorious 12.33-second emphatic finish in the fiercely competitive 100m hurdles, redeeming herself after a disappointing performance in Budapest. Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan won her third Diamond League trophy, clocking 12.33s in the 100m hurdles in Oregon on Sunday. This victory follows a disappointing outing in Budapest. She’s only the second…
Jimmy Odukoya has assumed the role of senior pastor at the Fountain of Life Church, succeeding his late father, Taiwo Odukoya. This announcement was made during a church service. Pastor Rotimi Okpaise disclosed that Taiwo Odukoya had shared his succession plan with the board of trustees before his passing. The board unanimously selected Jimmy as…
President Bola Tinubu has named Jamila Bio Ibrahim as the Minister of Youth and Ayodele Olawande as the Minister of State for Youth. Their nominations await confirmation by the national assembly. Ajuri Ngelale, the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, announced this development. Jamila Bio Ibrahim, a young medical doctor, previously led the Progressive…
SaharaRepoters has reported that a crisis was narrowly avoided when Chief Adedeji Adeleke’s private jet, owned by the Nigerian billionaire, caught fire during takeoff at Lagos’s Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA). Chief Adeleke is the father of Afrobeat artist Davido and the brother of Osun State governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke. The Bombardier Global Express 6000…
‘We can’t fix it anymore,’ 52 Ogun communities affected lament Residents living in Kenta-Olokuta-Idi-Aba, a community in Abeokuta, Ogun State, are voicing their urgent plea to both the federal and state governments. They are requesting immediate attention to the deteriorating condition of the road that leads to the Wole Soyinka Train Station. The Wole Soyinka…
Former President Obasanjo’s Recent Actions and Remarks, Ordering and Scolding Some traditional rulers in Oyo State have been condemned by Oluwo of Iwo, Femi Fani-Kayode, and many others. In a shocking turn of events, former President Olusegun Obasanjo has drawn widespread criticism for his recent disparaging comments directed at revered traditional rulers in Oyo State.…
Former President’s Remarks Disrespectful and Insulting, Says Fani-Kayode In a recent statement, Femi Fani-Kayode, a former Nigerian Aviation Minister and politician, voiced his deep dismay and strong disapproval of the actions and comments made by former President Olusegun Obasanjo regarding traditional rulers in Oyo State. Fani-Kayode did not hold back in expressing his disappointment, stating…
President Bola Tinubu has granted his approval for Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso to take on the role of Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Dr. Cardoso’s appointment is for an initial term of five (5) years, pending confirmation by the Nigerian Senate. Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso is a highly accomplished Nigerian professional with…
