Category: HEADLINES
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Eid-al-adha; Ondo Deputy Governor prays with Owo Muslim faithful, rallies support for Tinubu’s reform agenda
Dr Olayide Adelami, Ondo state deputy governor, has asked Nigerians to support the president in his bid to reform critical sectors of the economy. The deputy governor made the plea in Owo on Sunday, as he joined muslims at the Eid praying ground. He said, “Though, things may appear not too smooth at the moment…
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Entrepreneurship solution to unemployment, Ondo Deputy Governor insists, to empower start-ups with N2.5m grants
Ondo state deputy governor, Dr Olayide Adelami, has advised Nigerian youths to embrace entrepreneurship and skill acquisition in order to be self reliant. Adelami gave the counsel in Owo on Sunday, at an interactive session with the youths of St Andrew’s Anglican cathedral Owo, organized by the Deputy Governor’s Office and the church. Giving his…
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ON FATHER’S DAY: PRESIDENT TINUBU SALUTES FATHERS FOR THEIR SACRIFICE AND RESILIENCE IN SHAPING THE NATION’S FUTURE
On the occasion of Father’s Day, President Bola Tinubu congratulates fathers, including all paternal figures, who have in no small measure contributed to shaping the destiny of the nation by their sacrifice, forbearance, provision, protection, presence, and guidance of the young ones to the noble and true path. The President states that Father’s Day, with…
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Eid-El-Kabir: Akure Chief Imam charges President Tinubu on solving Nigeria’s economic challenges
The Chief Imam of Akure Kingdom, Alhaji Abdulhakeem Yayi-Akorede, has implored President Bola Tinubu to intensify efforts in waging war against the hunger and starvation ravaging Nigerians. Yayi-Akorede gave the advice in his speech during the Eid-el-Kabir celebration held at the Akure prayer ground on Sunday. He noted that people in the country are facing…
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Cholera outbreaks: UNICEF urges govts, communities to prioritize hygienic practices
The United Nations Children Fund ( UNICEF ) has called for a collective approach in combating the cholera outbreaks in Nigeria. The Chief of Lagos UNICEF Field Office ,Celine Lafoucrier stated this while responding to issues relating to the disease outbreaks. Suggesting practical approaches to tame the menace ,the health expert encouraged communities to establish…
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EID-EL-KABIR: PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES WITH NIGERIANS, CALLS FOR REFLECTION ON SACRIFICE, DUTY, AND UNITY
President Bola Tinubu celebrates with the Muslim Ummah on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, an event that denotes sacrifice, faith, and obedience to the will of the Almighty. The President congratulates the Muslim faithful and prays that Allah accepts their supplications and acts of obedience. President Tinubu enjoins Nigerians to reflect on the essence of…
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Woman sets mother ablaze in Ondo, says “pastor told me she’s behind my ordeal”
Tragedy struck as a 45-year-old woman, Abiodun, popularly called “Iya Sunday,” burnt her 86-year-old mother with petrol, allegedly believing her mother was behind her predicament. The incident happened on Friday at Surulere, opposite Anglican Cathedral Church in the Ondo West Local Government Area of Ondo State. It was gathered that the victim, whose name is…
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Adelami receives Junior Chamber International, Harps on vocational training
Dr Olayide Adelami, the deputy governor of Ondo state, on Friday, received the leadership of Junior Chamber International (JCI) Akure, in his office. JCI, a non-profit organization, is a global network of enterprising young leaders who are passionate about development. The deputy governor lauded the organization for providing a platform for leadership development, through which…
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EFCC, FBI Strengthen Strategic Partnership
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI on Friday, June 14, 2024 brokered a renewed strategic alliance towards tackling the menace of internet crimes and other waves of emerging and old crimes that are of mutual interests to Nigeria and the United States. The development came when Christopher…
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Eid-ul-Adha: FG declares public holidays
The Federal Government has declared Monday 17th, and Tuesday 18th June 2024 as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration. Permanent Secretary in the ministry, Dr Aishetu Gogo Ndayako who disclosed this in a statement on Friday in Abuja said the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo made the declaration on behalf of the…