Barnabas Sonayon

• We are going to transform Edo to an enviable state — Okpebholo Lagos  State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Saturday assured Edo State Governor-elect, Senator Monday Okpebholo, of his support, saying he will not walk alone when he assumes office as Edo State Governor.   Governor Sanwo-Olu spoke when he received Senator Okpebholo, who paid him a 'Thank You Visit' at Lagos House, Marina, after his victory in the last Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State.   Sanwo-Olu assured Senator Okpebholo that Lagos State will support him with her developmental template and necessary ideas that will make him succeed as Governor of Edo State.   He said: "We are excited and happy that you have used Lagos as the starting point to seek blessing and to acknowledge the very small and modest support that we gave.    "On behalf of the people and government of Lagos State, we want to congratulate you. Like you have said, your winning is for all Edo people, and every...

From left, Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olanrewaju Ishola; Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Adegoke Fayoade; wife of the Deputy Governor, Mrs Oluremi Hamzat her husband Dr Obafemi Hamzat; Representative, Governor of Lagos State, Mr Sam Egube and Member Lagos House of Assembly, Mr Noheem Adams during the Kadri Obafemi Hamzat (KOH) 60th National Youth Symposium in Lagos on Saturday (28/09/24). The Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat has called on the youth to see beyond present national challenges and take advantage of the country’s numerous opportunities.  Speaking at a National Youth Symposium organised to mark his sixtieth birthday in Ikeja, the deputy governor said Nigerian youths had continued to excel in science, medicine, and music among others at the world stage.  The theme of the symposium was “Nigeria: Guiding the Youth on the Path to Self-Reliance.” Dr Hamzat said the Internet had presented global opportunities to youths and they needed ...

  …Registration Opens for Virtual Participants    What role for youths in Nigeria’s battle for development? How do we tackle the challenges youths face?  These and more are some of the questions that will be tackled on Saturday at a symposium to mark Lagos State Deputy Governor Kadri Obafemi HAMZAT’S 60th birthday. It is all about deepening youth engagement and national development.    The theme of the symposium is “Nigeria: Guiding the Youth on the Path of Self-Reliance”. The symposium will take place at the prestigious Victoria Garden Event, Alausa, Ikeja. The one-day event, besides exhibiting the contributions and commitment of Dr Hamzat to youth development in Lagos, is billed to encourage new networks and professional capacity building.   Apart from Dr Hamzat, who will be leading conversations at the conference, former Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University Prof. Olanrewaju Fagboun, SAN, will open the discussion with the topic, "Why Are We Here...

The Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, has inaugurated a twelve-member Brand Visibility team to make its news and programmes more visible online.  The Director of Lagos Operations of the FRCN, Mrs Bolanle Owoyemi, who inaugurated the team for Lagos Operations, charged members to be diligent in the discharge of their duty.  She emphasized consistency in her work to achieve the desired goal.  Mrs Owoyemi said the organization would provide the needed support to make the team achieve its objectives.  Speaking on behalf of the Brand Visibility team, Femi Akintola said the members would put in their best to give the organization the visibility it desired and deserved.

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide and Presiding Bishop of the Faith Tabernacle in Nigeria, Bishop David Oyedepo, on the occasion of his 70th birthday.    Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a congratulatory message issued on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, described the renowned cleric and global preacher as an epitome of honesty, dedication and service.    He said Bishop Oyedepo’s unblemished records of service in God’s kingdom and his philanthropic gestures over several decades have made him a role model to millions of people.   Governor Sanwo-Olu said Bishop Oyedepo, through diligence, dedication, and utmost obedience to the Lord, has built one of the largest spiritual institutions in the world, where millions of committed followers of Jesus Christ within and outside Nigeria worship.   The Governor also praised the commitment of Bishop Oyedepo a...

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has praised the state judiciary for digitalizing court processes to make access to justice across the state more convenient. Sanwo-Olu, represented by his Deputy, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, made these remarks at a Special Thanksgiving Service held at the Lagos Central Mosque to mark the commencement of the 2024/2025 legal year. The governor, in his goodwill message, stated that the digitization of court processes has helped reduce delays, brought the judiciary closer to the people, and made it more transparent. He emphasized the vital role the judiciary plays in interpreting the law, adjudicating civil and criminal matters, and providing mechanisms for alternative dispute resolution, which are instrumental in the effective delivery of justice in the state. Sanwo-Olu pledged to collaborate more with the judiciary and ensure adequate resources are provided for sustainability. Chief Judge of Lagos State, Justice Kazeem Alogba, in his remarks, emphasized th...

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated the Edo State All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on his victory at Saturday’s gubernatorial election in the State. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in a congratulatory message issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, described the outcome of the election as a landslide victory for APC.  He said Okpebholo’s victory is well deserved and a clear manifestation that the All Progressives Congress remains the party of choice for Nigerians at the local, state and federal levels. Governor Sanwo-Olu saluted the people of Edo State, particularly the electorate, for rejecting the ruling party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and defying all odds to vote for the APC and its candidate during the governorship poll. The Governor advised the Governor-elect to “make his victory count for all the citizens and residents of Edo State, irrespective of their political affili...

Newly elected Chairmen and Vice Chairmen for the 16 Local Government Areas of Kwara State have been sworn-in. The Chairmen and the Councillors were elected in the last Saturday council elections held in Kwara State after seven years. At the swearing-in ceremony which took place at the Government House Ilorin, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq charged the Chairmen to work with all and serve the people diligently. Governor AbdulRazaq advised them to see their election as a call to serve their people. He also enjoined residents of various local government councils to give maximum support to the new leaders for them to deliver on the mandate given to them. The Governor congratulated the Council Chairmen and all the 193 Councillors on their victory at the just concluded election. 08038091329

  North Korea on Sunday night in Bogota, Columba lifted the U20 world cup for the third time with an emphatic 1-0 win over continental rivals Japan. Striker Ilson Choe who sent USA home with her lone strike was at hand to repeat her magical prowess in the 15th minute bringing her goals haul to six to also emerge as the highest goal scorer of the tournament abandoning Vendito of Brazil and Maya Hijikata of Japan who were on 5 goals each with her before the final. It was great misfortune for Japan who lost their last four matches now against North Korea as the players stood fixed to the ground like electric poles though they tried every trick to get late equalizer typical of many games in the tournament having several cramps. The entire country of Japan left to rush in the last free kick of the game leaving only two players at the rear but it was lost.  North Korea stands as Champions in 2006; in Russia; 2016 in Papua New Guinea and now 2024 in Columbia. Ref Maria Caputi of Ital...

The World Health Organization (WHO) has supported the Borno state government with Cholera, Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) and other medical commodities to respond to diseases that could emerge as a result of the recent flooding.  At a ceremony in Maiduguri, WHO Country Representative, Dr Walter Mulombo said the organisation in collaboration with partners is committed to providing technical and material support to avert any form of an epidemic.  Represented by the Officer in Charge, Dr Mary Brantuo, Molumbo observed that the flood disaster has not only displaced families but also heightened the risk of deadly diseases such as cholera and worsened the nutritional status of children already vulnerable to malnutrition. Dr Molumbo remarked that to respond to the urgent health threats, WHO is providing, Five cholera kits, Fourteen Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) kits, Malaria drugs and other commodities.  He explained that the Cholera kits have the potential to treat 600 peopl...

  Celebration galore in Edo State by APC Leaders including the candidate in the just concluded Edo State Gubernatorial election, Senator Monday Okpebholo and the Chairman of Southern Governors’ Forum, Prince Dapo Abiodun, who is also the Governor of Ogun State.

President Bola Tinubu congratulates Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in Saturday's Edo State governorship election, on his victory at the polls.    Senator Okpebholo was declared the winner by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday, having defeated other contenders for the position. President Tinubu commends APC national leaders, Edo State leaders, and party governors for working hard to achieve victory. He says the victory testified to the people's support for the ruling party, its progressive ideals, its economic reengineering programme and its commitment to improving the lives of Nigerians.  He urges Senator Okpebholo not to gloat over his victory but to see it as a challenging call to service. He encourages him to demonstrate magnanimity by reaching out to his political rivals and uniting the people of Edo State to ensure its development.    President Tinubu also praises other candidates who part...

Arsenal settled for a point in a pulsating English Premier League action away to defending champions and leaders, Man she City.  Man City striker, Erling Haaland took the lead in the 9th minute before the Gunners equalised through defender Ricardo Califiori in the 22nd minute for his first Arsenal goal. Arsenal centre back Gabriel Magalhães scored a second for the away team in the first minute of first half added time.  Leandro Trossard was shown a second yellow card in the  eighth minute of first half added time for a second bookable offense for kicking the ball away.  Arsenal fought hard defending for the most of the second half with 10 men until the eighth minute of added time before John Stones scrambled a goal into the Gunners net for a late equalizer.  Arsenal maintain their unbeaten start to the league sitting fourth on the log with 11 points from five matches, while Man City lost their perfect start, but still top the league with 13 points. Gabriel Magal...

Fulani communities of Aljannare district in Suru local government area of Kebbi State, have appealed to the state governor, Nasir Idris and the Emir of Gwandu, Alhaji Muhammadu Bashar, to intervene over encroachment of Grazing Reserves by farmers at Gungun Diko and Gungun Oro to avoid reccurence of Fulani/Farmers Clash in the area. Some of the community leaders, Ladan Golima, Jabbi Dangarso and Malam Abubakar Kinasa shortly after a meeting of the Fulani communities in the area, said for over eighty years, the grazing reserves belonged to the Fulani communities that used to accommodate over one million cows and ruminants are now being encroached by farmers.  According to them, the communities have a supporting documents from the relevant authorities for allocating the land to serve as grazing reserves.  They explained that, Fulani and Hausa communities in Aljannare district are leaving peacefully and there is need to maintain as they demanded for their right.  The leaders ...

The Women Wing of Christian Association of Nigeria, WOWICAN, is bringing together 50,000 women to pray for Nigeria. It is part of WOWICAN’s weeklong activities marking its 30th anniversary and to help the country find lasting solutions to its problems.  The Chairperson of WOWICAN Lagos State Chapter, Prophetess Stella Okoroafor, stated this at a news briefing on the 30th anniversary of WOWICAN and the 13th Annual Residential Conference at the Chapel of Christ The Light, Alausa, Ikeja.  “WOWICAN Lagos State will be celebrating her 13th Annual Residential Conference and 30th Anniversary from Monday 16th to Sunday 22nd September, 2024 at The Apostolic Church LAWNA Territories Headquarters, Olorunda, Ketu, Lagos State, Nigeria. “WOWICAN was founded in April 1994, under the coordinating leadership of Rev. Mrs Edith Iloh and some founding women. The vision and mission of the organization is centered on empowering women spiritually, socially and economically,” she said. Prophetess Ok...

The Ekuti, Olumoye, Oniwonlu, and Abejoye Royal families of Akodo Kingdom in the Ibeju Lekki area of Lagos have staged a peaceful demonstration at the site of a dredging in the creek beside the Lekki Free Trade Zone. They sang various songs and held placards such as, “Stop Dredging Our Land,” “Be Conscious of Ocean Surge and Lagoon Flood,” Farming and Fishing, Our Major Occupation,” Think of Our Land. Think of Our Generation, Supermarine Services Ltd,” “Our Farmland, Our Pride. Stop Reducing Our Land,” among others. The families said that dredging of the creek to provide solid land within the Lekki Free Trade Zone was an abuse of the human and environmental rights and as they could no longer farm nor fish. They said the sea was just about a kilometer from the creek being dredged and the entire Akodo Kingdom stood the risk of flooding beside depriving the people of their source of living. A leader of the demonstrators from the Amure family of Makio Village, Akodo, Ashimiu Agbaje said th...