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Adebayo Challenges Tinubu, Other Presidential Aspirants to Debate, Vows to End Poverty in Four Years

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  The presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Prince Adewole Adebayo, has challenged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other political contenders to participate in open presidential debates, declaring that candidates who avoid public scrutiny have little or nothing to offer Nigerians. Adebayo made the remarks on Tuesday night, October 13, during a live appearance on Talking It Real, a current affairs programme hosted by Adeola Fayehun. He argued that candidates seeking the highest political office in the country must be prepared to defend their policies, demonstrate their understanding of national challenges and present practical solutions to Nigerians. Describing those who avoid debates as “empty upstairs,” the SDP presidential candidate said he was ready to participate in any debate, at any time and under any condition, to explain his plans for the country. “If you are running for the presidency of a nation as complex as Nigeria, you must be ready to lay out yo...
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Oyenike Oyekan Foundation Commemorates World Breast Cancer Month With Free Breast Examination in Ibadan.

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  ..... The month of October is dedicated by WHO to raise awareness about breast cancer - Ekujumi  .... Breast Cancer is hereditary - Fasiku In commemoration of the 2026 world breast cancer month of October as declared by the World Health Organization (WHO), the Oyenike Oyekan Foundation today in the city of Ibadan, organized a breast cancer awareness lecture and free breast examination for girls and women at the Oranyan Primary Health Centre (PHC) Oranyan in Ibadan South East local government council area of Oyo State. The programme which was well attended had in attendance, staffs of Oyenike Oyekan Foundation, medical and health workers, nursing mother's, pregnant women and young girls among several others. The Oyenike Oyekan Foundation foundation managing consultant Nelson Ekujumi welcomed the participants to the event, where he highlighted that "The month of October every year is globally dedicated to raise awareness, advocacy and screening on the breast as it affects the ...
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Ojodu LCDA Sponsors Free Surgeries for Indigent Children

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  …Hospital MD hails Odunmbaku’s commitment to children’s healthcare The Ojodu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has launched a free paediatric surgical outreach programme in collaboration with General Hospital, Ifako-Ijaiye, to provide specialised medical care for indigent children and ease the financial burden on their families. The initiative, flagged off on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at General Hospital, Ifako-Ijaiye, will provide free medical screening, consultations and surgical procedures for children with various paediatric surgical conditions. The programme underscores the council’s commitment to improving access to quality healthcare, particularly for vulnerable children whose families may struggle to afford specialised medical treatment. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony, the Medical Director of General Hospital, Ifako-Ijaiye, Dr Taiwo Oluyemi commended the Executive Chairman of Ojodu LCDA, Hon. David Olusegun Odunmbaku, for sponsoring the initiative. She described t...
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Ogbara Snubs Oshinowo at Lagos Event After Losing APC Primary

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  A member of the House of Representatives, Kafilat Ogbara, has attracted attention after declining to shake hands with Mayor Dele Oshinowo, who defeated her in the All Progressives Congress (APC) primary for Kosofe Federal Constituency ahead of the 2027 general election. The incident occurred at the inaugural Seyi Tinubu Colloquium in Lagos, where Oshinowo, a former Executive Chairman of Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), approached Ogbara and extended his hand in greeting. However, in a video of the encounter, Ogbara remained seated and turned away as Oshinowo attempted to shake her hand. “Welldone, how are you? I cannot shake you,” she was heard telling him. Oshinowo appeared visibly animated in response to the snub before walking away. The encounter comes months after Oshinowo emerged victorious in the APC primary held in May 2026, securing the party’s ticket to contest for the Kosofe Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives in the 2027 general ...
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How Nigerians Abroad Can Grow Wealth at Home

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  A Nigerian professional in London closes her laptop after another workday. In Toronto, a family reviews its financial plans for the next few years. In Houston, an entrepreneur considers what to do with money set aside for a future commitment in Nigeria. Their circumstances may differ, but they face a similar financial decision. If the money will not be needed immediately, should it remain idle, or can it be positioned to earn a return. This question is becoming more important as the Nigerian diaspora market grows beyond traditional remittances. World Bank data put personal remittances received by Nigeria at approximately 22.8 billion US dollars in 2025, equivalent to about 7.8 percent of Gross Domestic Product. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria also show that workers remittances reached 5.24 billion US dollars in the third quarter of 2025. These figures highlight the scale and resilience of financial inflows from Nigerians living abroad. They also point to a broader opportuni...
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DGGWI Backs INEC’s Electoral Preparations, Urges Voters to Collect PVCs

  The Democracy and Good Governance Watch Initiative (DGGWI), a coalition of civil society organisations, has expressed confidence in the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging eligible voters to collect their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and participate actively in the electoral process. The coalition also called on political actors to demonstrate civility and responsibility in their campaign rhetoric, while urging security agencies to caution politicians against making inflammatory statements capable of undermining peace and democratic stability. DGGWI made these calls in a press statement issued on Sunday, October 11, 2026, following an emergency meeting on the state of the nation. The group commended INEC for launching its 100-day countdown to the 2027 general elections, describing the initiative and the commission’s regular engagement with Nigerians as indications of its commitment to conducting free, fair, transparent and ...
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Afolashade Shona-Aluko inaugurates Association of Female Skilled Artisans in Canada

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Yeye Afolashade Shona-Aluko, also known as the Yeye Bobajiro Oodua, a prominent educationist, entrepreneur and philanthropist with over fifty years of experience in Nigeria, formally launched the Association of Female Skilled Artisans Initiative Canada (AOFSAIC) at the Salvation Army Shelter in Brampton, Ontario, on May 16th, amidst community leaders and supporters like Chief Habeeb Olalekan Okunola, Chief Victor Alonge, Queen Mother Delois Blakely, Queen Esther Ejim, Chief Jumoke Abegunde and a host of others.  During her address, Yeye Folashade emphasized that the Canadian branch was established to extend her efforts in fostering economic independence among African women globally. She highlighted that the initiative seeks to help women acquire valuable skills such as tailoring, hairdressing, and crafts, enabling them to achieve financial stability and independence. At the event, HRH Dr. Olusegun Aderemi, the Atayero of Aramoko Ekiti, underscored the critical importance of artisan...
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