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  The Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Professor Olanike Adeyemo FAS FTWAS has commended the State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye for his dedication and professionalism in serving humanity.  Professor Adeyemo gave this commendation on Monday at the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development on the occasion of Barrister Olaleye's  birthday.  The Secretary to the State Government said the commissioner has worked selflessly in uplifting Oyo State  in various capacity which according to the SSG gave him the opportunity to have served the government in many Ministries.  He stressed further that Barrister Olaleye has used his versed knowledge and experience in law for Development, urged him to be more committed and wished him many happy returns of the day. Responding, the celebrant, the  State Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Barrister Olasunkanmi Olaleye commended Governor Makinde for giving him the opportuni

  Professor Olanike Adeyemo, the Secretary to Oyo State Government, has been reappointed to the Steering Committee of the High Level Panel of Experts on Food Security and Nutrition (HLPE-FSN) of the United Nations Committee on World Food Security (CFS). This was contained in a statement by HLPE-FSN, on Friday October 27, 2023 via https://www.fao.org/cfs/cfs-hlpe/insights/news-insights/news-detail/world-renowned-experts-join-forces-to-tackle-global-food-security-challenges–meet-the-new-hlpe-fsn-s-steering-committee/en. The reappointment is in recognition of her immense contribution to food security and human nutrition globally. The HLPE-FSN is the United Nations body for assessing the science related to global food security and nutrition. The HLPE-FSN is governed by a Steering Committee of 15 world-renowned scientists drawn from academia, research institutions, the public and private sector, civil society and other constituencies. Professor Adeyemo is one of the three African members of

    In recognition of Fidelity Bank Plc’s commitment to fostering bilateral trade and economic development between the city of Houston, Texas and Nigeria, the City of Houston has designated October 25 as “Fidelity International Trade and Creative Connect Day”.   Mayor Sylvester Turner of Houston officially declared the special day in a statement released from Houston, Texas, on Thursday, 26 October 2023.   The proclamation reads in part, “Whereas, The Fidelity International Trade and Creative Connect summit committed to fostering bilateral trade and economic development between the city of Houston and Nigeria. The City of Houston commends Fidelity Bank Nigeria for their commitment to enhance international trade.   “Therefore, I, Sylvester Turner, Mayor of the City of Houston, hereby proclaim July 25, 2023, as Fidelity International Trade and Creative Connect Day.”   It would be recalled that Fidelity Bank hosted the second edition of its international non-oil trade expo tagged FITCC Ho

*…says closure not politically motivated* The Lagos State Government has reopened Alaba International Market and some markets in the Trade Fair Complex, all located in Ojo, Lagos, after days of closure for improper waste disposal and other environmental infractions.  Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, said the markets were reopened after addressing most of the environmental issues, adding however, that the closure was not politically motivated, but rather a step towards ensuring a clean and healthy environment around the business facilities. He said, “The decision to reopen the markets follows a rigorous assessment and implementation of stringent environmental standards. These standards were set to guarantee that businesses in the state operate in a manner that is not detrimental to the environment and the well-being of people. I want to state emphatically that the closure of those markets has no ethnic or political motives behind it, as it was don

  The Nigeria Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (NIEEE), Ibadan Chapter has inducted 37 new members from the Polythecnic, Ibadan for 2023 Student members induction and technical lecture series. The event took place at the Assembly Hall, North Campus of the Polythecnic, Ibadan with the Theme "Electrical Engineering, Past, Present and Prospects". In his Welcome address, the Chairman of the Institute, Engineer, Babatunde Ogunpaimo said NIEEE Ibadan Chapter in collaboration with the like minded Nigerians has taken a bold step to promote engineering professionalism and mentorship for the new inductees to access better engineering services. He said "The NIEEE has decades of record as the foremost and leading professional body among engineering professions in Nigeria since it was established in 1984, it currently houses over 15,000 strong databases of engineers and other professional engineering cadre in all specialities of Electrical/Electronics Engineering has

  Agric Summit Africa (ASA), known for its significant contributions to the agriculture sector, proudly announces the forthcoming 5th edition of its annual event. This year's event, themed "Empowering Innovations: A Confluence of Capital, Vision, and Agribusiness Enterprise," is set to take place on 8th of November 2023 in Lagos, Nigeria. The Group Head of Agric and Solid Minerals, Sterling Bank Limited, Dr. Shola Obikanye, commented that, since its maiden edition in 2019, ASA has played a pivotal role in addressing critical issues within Nigeria's agriculture sector. It has consistently brought together influential figures from various sectors to discuss and explore innovative solutions for the industry's challenges. The initiative has rightly earned its place as a cornerstone event for the agriculture sector in sub-Saharan Africa. He declared that to commemorate its fifth anniversary, ASA has chosen to lead with the kind of innovation and change it has advocated

  *_... Enjoins others to work with him..._*. The President of APC Ethnic Youth, Lagos State, Comrade Leo Obasi have congratulate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his victory at the supreme court on Thursday in Abuja.  Comrade Obasi in a press release stated that he joined the numerous Nigerians across the globe to worthily congratulate the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, His Excellency,Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his resounding victory at the Supreme Court, Abuja,the Nation's Capital. Obasi  described the victory as the best for Democracy as  it is the  time to further strengthen and unify the country . Recall that, the Apex Court on Thursday,26th October 2023 dismissed the prayers of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Labour Party (LP) Presidential Candidates, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and Mr Peter Obi  respectively. The duo had challenged the victory of Mr President,His Excellency,Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the 25th February,2023 and sought to overturn the dec

  Agric Summit Africa (ASA), known for its significant contributions to the agriculture sector, proudly announces the forthcoming 5th edition of its annual event. This year's event, themed "Empowering Innovations: A Confluence of Capital, Vision, and Agribusiness Enterprise," is set to take place on 8th of November 2023 in Lagos, Nigeria. The Group Head of Agric and Solid Minerals, Dr Shola Obikanye, commented that, since its maiden edition in 2019, ASA has played a pivotal role in addressing critical issues within Nigeria's agriculture sector. It has consistently brought together influential figures from various sectors to discuss and explore innovative solutions for the industry's challenges. The initiative has rightly earned its place as a cornerstone event for the agriculture sector in sub-Saharan Africa. He declared that to commemorate its fifth anniversary, ASA has chosen to lead with the kind of innovation and change it has advocated for over the years. “Th

  The presiding prophet of Jehovah Eye Salvation Ministry, Prophet Godwin Ikuru rejoices with  president Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Government over the judgement of the Supreme court on the case filed against him  by the candidates of PDP Alhaji Atiku Abubarkar and Mr. Peter Obi of Labour Party, prophet who once prophesied the victory of the president in the supreme court today said he saw that Atiku and Peter Obi will cry after the judgement. He thereby congratulate Seyi Tinubu, Femi Gbajabiamila, Nuhu Ribadu and the APC family over the victory. This is how Tinubu Survives As Supreme Court Dismisses Atiku’s Appeal   Tinubu The Supreme Court on Thursday, October 26 upheld the election of President Bola Tinubu. The nation’s apex court dismissed the appeal file by the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, for lacking merit. The court held that Atiku failed to prove that he won the election, stating that there was no alternative figure of votes to co

  …Signs $40million deal with AFREXIM Bank and JohnVents Industries for cocoa export   The much-anticipated second edition of the Fidelity International Trade and Creative Connect (FITCC) got off to a boisterous start on Tuesday, 24 October 2023 as leading financial institution -Fidelity Bank Plc -hosted a broad range of businesses, regulators, members of the diplomatic corps and other guests to the opening ceremony in Houston, Texas, United States of America. Tagged FITCC Houston, the two-days event is aimed at achieving several objectives including increasing the pipeline of Nigerian businesses that export into the US market, providing the diaspora market more ethnic product options and enabling exporters to build capacity to improve product quality and meet international standards. Welcoming participants to the event, MD/CEO, Fidelity Bank Plc, Mrs. Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe, said, “Developments on the global scene have necessitated the need to constantly seek viable alternatives as busine

  The Patriotism Awareness Forum (PAF) has congratulated President Bola Tinubu (GCFR), the Government and people of Nigeria for the epic judicial success recorded in the British court over a company called Process & Industrial Development (P&ID) Ltd. According to PAF, "The favourable judgment delivered by Justice Robin Knowles is a resounding victory for every patriotic Nigerian in the face of the economic threats to the progress and development of Nigeria posed by the P&ID case. In a release issued in Lagos and e-signed by the Convener, Nelson Ekujumi and Co-Convener, Peter Claver Oparah, PAF stated that the judgment birth to rejuvenate faith in the economic growth of the country and serve as a positive affirmation to the bold, tough, painful, inevitable and enduring economic policies of the Tinubu administration to plant the feet of Nigeria on solid economic ground. It urged Nigerians to rally round the present government to frustrate every anti democratic and anti p

  A magistrate’s court, Environmental Special Offences Court of Lagos State District, sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, has imposed ₦30,000 fine per person or option of community service, on 26 persons, for engaging in reckless waste disposal across various locations in the state. The environmental offenders were arrested by the enforcement team of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), in collaboration with the Lagos State Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), at different locations in the state, disposing of their refuse in unauthorised places, between the hours of 9.30pm and 7.00am. Commenting on the judgement, Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, said that the ongoing joint enforcement action by the Authority had been intensified, in line with the zero tolerance policy of the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. "The era of recklessness and disdain for the environment is over. Anyone caught under whatever guise will be made to face the wrath of the

* …Cites Health and Safety Concerns The Lagos State Government has dislodged scavengers at Olusosun Landfill, Ojota, citing health and safety concerns from their illegal activities, including burning of tyres, which could trigger a major fire incident. Olusosun Landfill, one of the largest in the state, copes with the challenge of scavengers rummaging the site for recyclable items, posing significant danger to people’s and environmental health. Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, hinted that the dislodgement operation was chiefly for the well-being of people living close to the landfill. He said, "It is our foremost responsibility to ensure the well-being of residents of Lagos. The activities of scavengers at the Olusosun Landfill have raised concerns for the health and safety of the scavengers themselves and the larger community. From time to time, we must take steps to protect the people and environment. Their activities could trigger an infe

  The Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday approved a list of nominees for the State Executive Council (SEC) and some agencies and parastatals. At a sitting presided over by Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, the House approved Kemi Ogunyemi as a member of the executive council. The lawmakers also confirmed Peregrine Victoria Mopelola as chairman of the Lagos State Teaching Service Commission while Mrs. Ajenifuja Kafayat Adetokunbo was confirmed as a member of the commission. Others confirmed include: * Mr. Aigoro, Musiliu Alade - Member, Lagos State Audit Service Commission; * Mr. Sosimi Olubowale Oladimeji - Member, Lagos State Local Government Service Commission;  * Mr. Olanrewaju Mojola - Re-appiontment as the Director-General, Lagos State Safety Commission; * Mr. Olagunju Cole - General Manager,  Lagos State Number Plate Production Authority; * Mr. Rasheed Muri-Okunola -  General Manager, Motor Vehicle Administration Agency. Their confirmation, through a voice vote, followed the present

  The Olubadan of Ibadan land, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Sen. Ma'hood Olalekan Ishola Balogun, Alli Iwo Okunmade II has called on the Ibadan Mogajis and wealthy Ibadan indigenes to emulate the loyalty, passion for development and fast transformation as exemplified by  Arole Ogun-Elu Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke JP.  The First Class monarch revealed this during the visit of the Founder, Spiritual Head and Grand Imam  of the Shafaudeen In Islam Worldwide Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke JP as part of the activities to mark the 81st birthday of Oba Balogun.  HIM,  Oba Balogun described Prof. Olagoke JP as a true son of Ibadan land who is using all that Allah has given him for the development of Islamic religion and Ibadan land, he however, called on all the Ibadan Mogajis and wealthy Ibadan indigenes to emulate the passion and loyalty of the Arole Ogun-Elu of Aare Alasa dynasty Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke JP.  While presenting a paper tittled 'Culture and Value Restoration , A Must.' 

    In a groundbreaking move, Sterling Bank Limited’s Imperium Initiative has joined forces with JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd. to tackle the import challenges faced by photovoltaic (PV) distributors and solar developers in Nigeria. The partnership aims to address significant foreign exchange burdens and operational constraints, ultimately driving the adoption of solar energy in the country. Mr Olabanjo Alimi, Group Head of Transport and Renewables (Digital Renewables and Mobility) at Sterling Bank, announced this transformative collaboration in a statement issued by the bank. He said the Imperium Initiative seeks to streamline the process for distributors and developers, eliminating the need for them to source foreign exchange at costly rates to fund their PV panel purchases. As a result, it will significantly reduce costs and make solar energy more accessible to Nigerian households and businesses. JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd, known for its innovation and competitive pricing in the PV i

…To Do Community Service A Magistrate's Court in Oshodi has handed down community service sentences to nineteen individuals apprehended for indiscriminate waste dumping. The proceedings, presided over by Magistrate Ademola Adesanya, saw a total of 24 individuals brought before the court. After careful consideration, 19 were ordered to carry out community service, involving thorough cleaning, grass cutting, and sweeping of Oshodi Isolo Local Government community, while five minors were warned to desist from improper waste disposal or risk being sent to Juvenile Court. The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, in a statement, commended the court's firm stance in combating environmental offences, reiterating the zero tolerance policy of the state government, for indiscriminate waste dumping.  He said, "This decisive action by the Magistrate's Court is a significant step towards maintaining a clean and healthy environ

  The Secretary to the Oyo State Government Professor Olanike Adeyemo has said that the present administration in the State is passionate about the Security Architecture of the State to protect the lives and properties of the citizens. She stated this while hosting the sensitization team from the Nigeria Army Headquarters Abuja on the ongoing recruitment exercise held at SSG's Office, Secretariat. badan.  She said Governor Makinde is a friend of all the security operatives in the State and they are performing efficiently to protect the people of the State. The Secretary to the State Government said the present administration is passionate about the Security Architecture of the State, saying that security is one of the strong pillars of the State Government. The team leader Brigadier General A.A Yusuph appreciated the State Government for its efforts to sensitize Oyo State indigenes about the recruitment exercise into the Nigeria Army. Yusuph said sensitization from Oyo State is ver

TheAfrica’s industry to deliver essential services and products in an interdependent ecosystem was the focus of discussion at the maiden edition of the West Africa telecoms Infrastructure Summit and Exhibition (WATISE). The event, which has as its theme: ‘The Future of Infrastructure, Connectivity And Services: A New Interdependent Ecosystem of Partners’ was hosted by TechnologyMirror, an ICT and Telecoms news website with support from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and IHS Towers Nigeria. In the lead presentation with the topic: ‘Telecoms Infrastructure Challenges: The Pains of Inter-Related Players of the Ecosystem and the Consumers’ Ques’t, Engr Spencer Itive, a telecoms engineer and Chief Executive Officer of RS Engineering Global Limited, harped on the need for Government in the region to pay close attention to the protection of telecoms infrastructure for the region’s digital economy quest to be achieved. According to him, Government had been paying lip services to

   As 2023 World Food Day is being marked by the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics in the   Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology Eleyele  Ibadan , members of the Public have been called upon to drink adequate water daily for a sound health  and  physical well being . The Provost of Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology Pharmacist Mrs Oluyemisi Oyewo made the call while  declaring open activities  and celebrations put in Place by Nutrition and Dietetics.Departmentbof the College to mark this year's World Food Day  globally annually celebrated on the 16th of October  . The Provost who was represented by the Director of Works Engineer Ayokunmi  Ojerinde  said the theme for this year's World Food Day was relevant and concise  in view of the inevitable role of water within the body system . The  Provost enjoined everybody to avoid starving themselves  of the required quantity of water every day . Pharmacist Mrs Oluyemisi Oyewo  commended the Nutrition

  All is now set for the Fidelity International Trade and Creative Connect (FITCC) billed for Houston, Texas in the United States of America. Labeled as FITCC Houston, the second edition of the international expo will take place from the 24th to 25th of October, 2023 at the plush George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida de las Americas. Following the successful maiden edition that held last November in London with over $200million worth of deals closed, the bank is set for another edition of the globally rated expo. This year’s edition follows the tradition of promoting Nigeria’s non-oil exports as well as facilitating integrations to global supply-chain networks. “Fidelity Bank is very much invested in supporting export trade and has consistently demonstrated this by the interventions and innovations that we bring to the space,” Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Fidelity Bank Plc, Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe talks up the motivation behind FITCC 2023: “Beyond the instrument of f

Polaris Bank has expressed its commitment to partner with Millwater to deliver uninterrupted power to industrial clusters in Nigeria in order to accelerate the industrialization drive of the current administration. While giving the assurance on the sidelines of the recent Agbara Business Roundtable which held in Agbara, Ogun State, Polaris Bank's Executive Director, Lagos & Corporate Banking, Chinwe Iloghalu who represented the Bank’s Managing Director/CEO, Adekunle Sonola, expressed the lender’s readiness to provide the required funding to Millwater, a Technical Partner of Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) to make the Light Up Nigeria project, a reality. Polaris Bank is the financial partner to Millwater Limited which is serving as a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) and partnering with NDPHC to deliver the Light Up Nigeria project of the federal government. At the event, Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, while noting that Nigeria holds tremendous opportunities for

  By DARE ADEJUMO Senior Pastor and Leader of The Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) Pastor Evelyn Joshua has charged African leaders to work together in Unity of purpose and  reposition themselves in order to realise the full potentials and dignity of the Continent.  Evelyn Joshua made this call at the recently concluded two-day crusade organised by SCOAN held at the 70,000 capacity Kesarani Moi International Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya.  Speaking at the closing of the crusade which was attended by various personalities and people from different walks of life including leaders of governments from across many African Countries, Pastor Joshua stated that Africa was a beautiful continent, well endowed by God and only if its leaders could  understand the enormous grace of God for the continent by working together in love and unity of purpose, the world would watch Africa rise beyond our imaginations.  "God has destined the continent for a great and unique purpose in Creation and t

 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT This is to inform the general public and all interested qualified candidates that online application for Nigerian Army Recruitment Exercise for 86 Regular Recruits Intake (RRI) for Trades/Non TradesMen and Women has commenced on 25th September, 2023 and closes on 20th October, 2023. 2). Basic Entry Requirements for the 86 (RRI) TradesMen/Women include: i). Possession of at least a minimum of 4 Passes in not more two sittings in WASC/GCE NECO/NABTEB. ii) In addition to the above qualifications, those applying as TradesMen/Women must also possess Trades Test/City Guild Certificate (Details available on the website). iii). Candidates must be between the ages of 18 and 22 for Non Trades while for the TradesMen/Women, between the ages of 18 and 26 as at 18th December, 2023 for TradesMen/Women. iv). Registered Nurses and Midwives not above 30 years old may also apply.  V). Applicants must not be less than 1.68 meters tall for Male and 1.65 meters tall for Females

   Celebration of International Day of the Girl Child at Sabo, Ibadan The Young and Woman initiative YAWI celebrates international day of girl child on Saturday October 14, 2023. At sabo mokola primary Health center. On the occasion of the International Day of the Girl Child, a momentous celebration took place at Sabo, Ibadan. This event was made possible through a partnership between the local Zonta Clubs in Ibadan and various organizations committed to the empowerment and well-being of girls. The celebration was marked by a series of activities aimed at promoting girls' rights, leadership, and health. The event commenced with enlightening talks on girls' rights, leadership, and health, delivered by esteemed speakers. Ambassador Agbeja Adebobola, Executive Director of Young and  Woman Initiative (YAWI), eloquently addressed the importance of girls' rights. Additionally, YAWI's Adolescent Boot Camp Girls Volunteers were present to passionately advocate for the eradicati

  Lagos State Government has reopened Ladipo Market, Mushin, after meeting the most essential criteria, set for reopening sealed markets. According to the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, business activities would commence at the popular spare parts market, after its recent closure for various environmental infractions. He noted that the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu priotised the issue of clean environment, public health, and safety, in line with the THEMES Plus agenda, which informed the recent drive, to enforce strict compliance with waste management best practice, across markets in the state. The Managing Director/CEO of LAWMA, Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, reaffirmed the Authority's commitment to environmental sustainability and public safety, particularly within markets and around business facilities, stressing that the  goal was to ensure all markets in Lagos State, followed laid down environmental rules, resulting in a safer

  In appreciation of God s faithfulness to Abiye Faith home ,the Maternity Arm of CAC OKE lye IBUKUN Ajameta Bus Stop ISebo ALAKIA Ibadan ,a week long activities were organized by the Church Authorities under the District Supretendent  Pastor Emmanuel Layi  Afelumo with his amiable wife Lay Evangelist Dorcas Funmilayo Afelumo . Praise night  had come up on Friday 13th October 2023  featuring eminent gospel Artistes praising God overnight. Thanksgiving Service took place on Sunday October 15 in the Church auditorium  attended by mother's of Abiye children from all over the world . Delivering a demon at the Thanksgiving Service ,the Guest Preacher Prophet Michael Fakinle  congratulated the Matron of the Church Maternity Centre Abiye Faith Home  Lady Evangelist Dorcas Funmilayo Afelumo  under  the leadership of her husband , Pastor Layi Afelumo for witnessing  2023 Abiye Day . Prophet Fakinle Commended the Matron Lady Evangelist  Dorcas Funmilayo Afelumo for her commitment doggedness