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  The Rotary Club of Iyaganku Ibadan has installed Rotarian Otunba Oyedapo Richard Idowu as its 38th President for the 2026/2027 Rotary year, with a renewed commitment to creating lasting impact through humanitarian service and community development. The investiture ceremony, which also featured the induction of the club’s Board of Directors and a fundraising campaign, was held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The event attracted prominent Rotarians and Rotaractors from Oyo State and beyond, as well as family members, friends and other distinguished guests who gathered to witness the investiture and celebrate the new leadership of the club. Among the dignitaries in attendance were the District Governor, District 9126, Rotarian Olaniyi Amoo Okin; the guest speaker, Dr Mrs Olamide Alao-Akala; the Oloje of Igbasi Akoko Kingdom in Ondo State, Oba Adeniji Abayomi Adeleye; Chairman, Oyo State Local Government Service Commission, Hon. Akinwale Akinwale; Alhaj...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  Professor Oluwatoyin Ayokunle Enikuomehin, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration) and Professor of Computer Science at Lagos State University (LASU), is set to deliver the university’s 127th Inaugural Lecture on Tuesday, 25 August 2026. The lecture, scheduled for the Buba Marwa Auditorium, LASU, Ojo Campus, at 2:00 p.m., will be chaired by the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Distinguished Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello. Titled, “Thinking Machines and the Future of Thinking: Cyberphysicalism, Transformation of Human Thought, and the Emergence of an Artificial Intelligence Driven Algorithmic Society,” the lecture will examine the growing influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on human cognition and the transformation of society in the digital age. Professor Enikuomehin is expected to explore how intelligent machines are changing the way people think, learn, communicate, make decisions and interact with institutions, as algorithms become increasing...

  Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has directed security agencies to track down and arrest those responsible for the vandalism of the Festac-Alakija Bridge. The governor described the act as barbaric and criminal, warning that the Lagos State Government would not tolerate any attempt to damage critical public infrastructure. Sanwo-Olu said officials of the Office of Infrastructure had inspected the bridge and confirmed that its structural integrity remained intact. He, however, directed that immediate remedial works be carried out to protect the bridge columns and prevent further damage. The governor vowed that anyone found to have participated in the vandalism would be made to face the full weight of the law. He described the incident as “horrendous, shameful and condemnable”, stressing that there was no place in Lagos for acts of vandalism or violence against public infrastructure. Sanwo-Olu also urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activi...

  Customers who pre-order the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or Galaxy Z Fold8 at any Gloworld outlet across the country will receive 10GB of free Glo data every month for six months, plus additional Samsung pre-order benefits valued at up to ₦1 million. This came to the fore on Wednesday as both partners shared the innovations in the Galaxy Z Fold8 Series in Abuja with Glo customers and high net worth individuals at an exclusive Masterclass at Gloworld, Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse 2 . The Galaxy Z Fold8 series is Samsung's most sophisticated foldable smartphone to date, according to Bobby Ochang, North Regional Trainer for Samsung Nigeria, who spoke at the Masterclass. He disclosed that the devices combine strong performance with clever AI capabilities to make daily living easier and activities more productive. "The Galaxy Z Fold8 is more than just a smartphone. It can serve as your personal assistant by taking calls on your behalf, transcribing conversations and helping you stay organiz...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  Abia State Governor, Dr Alex Chioma Otti, has called for stronger government support for senior citizens and greater civic responsibility among Nigerians, stressing that national development can only be achieved when citizens demand accountability and leaders embrace selfless service. Governor Otti made the remarks on Wednesday while delivering the keynote address at the 60th birthday celebration of Apostle Bolaji Oluwayanmife Akinyemi. Speaking on the theme, "Life at 60: Senior Citizens, Government's Role and the Citizens' Pact," the governor said the destiny of any nation is determined by the values, philosophy and commitment of its people to good governance. He noted that meaningful progress requires active participation from ordinary citizens, including traders, artisans, professionals and other members of society, who must consistently demand accountability from those entrusted with public office. According to Otti, public office and positi...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  As Osun State prepares for the forthcoming governorship election, the Aragbiji of Iragbiji, Oba Abdur Rasheed Ayotunde Olabomi, has called on residents to participate peacefully in the electoral process, describing the Permanent Voter Card (PVC) as the most powerful tool in a democracy. The revered monarch urged eligible voters to come out en masse on election day and cast their ballots for candidates of their choice without fear, intimidation or undue influence. Oba Olabomi disclosed that the Iragbiji traditional institution had consistently educated residents on the importance of voter registration and the collection of their PVCs, stressing that every vote counts in determining the future of the state. The royal father, however, expressed concern over what he described as undemocratic practices by some politicians, including intimidation, coercion and attempts to compel voters to support particular political parties. He condemned reports of threats ag...

  By oluwaseyi fadoro  The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Asiwaju Bola Oyebamiji, popularly known as AMBO, has continued his statewide campaign tour with visits to Ode-Omu, Gbongan and his hometown of Ikire, canvassing support ahead of the 15 August 2026 governorship election. Addressing residents during a stop at the palace of the Olufi of Gbongan, Oyebamiji assured the people that an APC victory at the polls would bring meaningful development and the dividends of democracy to communities across the state. He urged eligible voters to come out in large numbers on election day and cast their ballots for the APC, pledging to deliver a people-oriented administration focused on improving the standard of living of Osun residents. The APC flag bearer outlined his agenda, promising to prioritise road infrastructure, youth empowerment, job creation and improved welfare for senior citizens. He said his administration would pursue inclusive ...