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The attention of the local government administration has been brought to some social media write up on the claims and counter claims on clearing of refuse at odogbolu town and environs where the Ogun State Government name was delibrately not mentioned as a factor to the clearing and Odogbolu Local Government name mentioned too. Odogbolu Local Government  wishes to clarify just for the records, complaint received from the Balogun of Odogbolu, Chief S.A Ali (aka Sele) and The Oloritun Oke Orita of Odogbolu, Chief Tola Osinaike also from Hon. Seun Aderibigbe as regards refuse dumped at Quarters in Odogbolu metropolis on Thursday, 12th October, 2023 concerning non-evacuation of refuse dumped at various spots within Odogbolu town. On the said date, 12th October, 2023, The Executive Chairman of the local government, Hon. Ladejobi Shuaib put a call across to the Director of Operation Ogun State Waste Management Agency (OGWAMA), Mr. Sofola whose agency is saddled with the responsibility to...

On the occasion of Hon. Ladejobi Shuaib's birthday, I celebrate his exemplary leadership as the Executive Chairman of Odogbolu Local Government, where he has demonstrated the transformative power of youth in governance. Hon. Shuaib's commitment to youth empowerment is evident in his collaboration with Hon. Adekunmi Oluwaseun(HAO) Foundation and Detola Abike Mogaji Memorial Foundation(DAMMF) to create opportunities for youth participation in grassroots development initiatives. He also established a Youth Advisory Council to provide him with feedback, advice, and input on youth-related policies and programs. Hon. Shuaib's investment in youth is already paying dividends. Young people in Odogbolu LG are now playing a leading role in community development, volunteering their time and talents to make their community a better place. The transformation of Odogbolu Local Government Area is a testament to the power of youth in governance. When young people are given the opportunity t...

Nigeria’s satellite Internet space is evolving rapidly, and while SpaceX's Starlink has been making waves, Eutelsat's  Konnect  , in partnership with Internet service provider,  Coollink , has been quietly revolutionizing the Nigerian market. If you've ever tuned in to watch Big Brother or the UEFA champions league on MultiChoice’s DStv, you've likely used Eutelsat's satellite service. But the European behemoth has ambitions beyond broadcasting; it’s challenging Starlink in ways that could redefine the satellite internet landscape in Africa. For context, 864 million of Africans are still unconnected to the Internet. The divide between rural - urban connectivity is growing wider, and the continent features a median Internet speed of 31 Mbps. The challenge on ground is humongous, but the Konnect service seems up to the task. "We aim to connect 1 million unconnected in sub-Saharan Africa within the next 3-4 years. Nigeria is pivotal to this considering the number ...

  In a symphony of inspiration, impact, and empowerment, Arise Women Foundation, under the visionary leadership of Dr. Siju Iluyomade, is set to illuminate the Nigerian landscape with a dazzling celebration of its 15th anniversary. Themed #StepUp, this milestone event stands as a testament to the foundation's unwavering commitment to uplifting women and the vulnerable. Dr. Iluyomade, in a captivating press conference, unveiled a vibrant lineup of festivities for this remarkable celebration. Commencing with the prestigious Arise Global Press Conference held at the Four Points Hotel, Victoria Island Lagos on October 8, 2023, the foundation gears up for a spectacular series of events. The extravaganza kicks off with the Arise Walk for Life on Saturday, October 14, 2023, transcending global boundaries. A rallying call for people of all ages, this free event promotes physical and mental well-being. Dr. Iluyomade emphasized its goal: "To raise awareness of the importance of regular ...

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the following men and women to serve in the Office of the President under the Media & Publicity Directorate with full respect for the tenets of Nigeria's federal character principle and the supremacy of merit: (1) Mr. Fela Durotoye (Senior Special Assistant to the President — National Values & Social Justice) (2) Mr. Fredrick Nwabufo (Senior Special Assistant to the President — Public Engagement) (3) Mrs. Linda Nwabuwa Akhigbe (Senior Special Assistant to the President — Strategic Communications) (4) Mr. Aliyu Audu (Special Assistant to the President — Public Affairs) (5) Mr. Francis Adah Abah (Personal Assistant to the President — Special Duties) President Tinubu has further approved the secondment of Mrs. Linda Nwabuwa Akhigbe to serve as the Communications Adviser to the President of the ECOWAS Commission. The President tasks all new appointees who are serving in the Media & Publicity directorate to uphold the hig...

The organizers of the 3rd Edition of the CONVA AWARDS has announced that the event will be in honor of Fuji music star, Alhaji Sulaimon Alao Adekunle Malaika who clocked 50th this year. Shetade Images, publishers of Confirm News made the information available to the journalists as he announced October 25th 2023 as date for this year's Confirm News Annual Virtual Award, CONVA 2023 scheduled to take place at the prestigious Oriental Hotels, Victoria Island Lagos. The CEO of Shetade Images, who doubled as the publisher of Confirm News, Mr Adegbola Shehu Tijani disclosed this to this reporter in Lagos. This year's event is titled, 3rd Confirm News Virtual Award, Digitization Summit with the Theme: Online News Hub Publication and Monetization: Challenges and Solutions. This year's summit will also take out time to celebrate some distinguished members of the society who have impacted the country in no small measure,  among them is Senator Anthony Adefuye, former senator represent...

 By Dayo Israel Governor Dapo Abiodun, the current governor of Ogun State, Nigeria has made significant strides in infrastructural development since assuming office in 2019. His administration has constructed, reconstructed, and rehabilitated hundreds of kilometers of roads across the state, in addition to investing in other critical infrastructure such as bridges, housing, healthcare, and education Governor Dapo Abiodun's infrastructural development in Ogun State is not just about making life easier for the people of the state. It is also about creating a more attractive environment for businesses to invest and operate. For businesses, Governor Abiodun's infrastructural development is making it easier to operate and grow. The new roads and bridges have reduced transportation costs and improved travel time, making it easier to move goods and people around the state. The new housing estates are providing affordable housing for workers, and the new hospitals and clinics are makin...

He (Gov Sanwoolu) stood up from his chair, walked to the white board and picked up the marker, drew something that represented the rail line and market the point of the CMS station. “The train will terminate here, and from there you can connect to the island by our BRT buses”. It was a busy afternoon around October 2019, just after he had won the primaries. “What we must achieve is a Multimodal Transport System - rail, water, road and air linking together. We have to open the coastal and regional road to the Lekki Airport…….” he said.  To all of us sitting in that room in Eko Hotel that day, during one of our strategy sessions, he created a picture that could have been deemed impossible. But today, Jide Sanwoolu has shown that he came to this office, prepared to lead and  bring to life the visions of the Founding Father of Morden Lagos, ASIWAJU Bola Ahmed Tinubu.  Just a month ago, on 4th September 2023, a man notably known for his enormous enviable strides and tenacious ...