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Full List: Eight countries offering cash incentives to attract new residents

March 20, 2026Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

Italian flag As many countries grapple with ageing populations and shrinking rural communities, governments and local authorities are increasingly introducing incentives to attract new residents and stimulate economic activity. From financial grants to housing support and business funding, these initiatives are aimed at reversing population decline and revitalising underpopulated areas. As reported by Forbes and […]

Delta condemns ‘barbaric’ assaults on women at Ozoro festival

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

Delta State Government has condemned reports of women being harassed and sexually assaulted during the Ozoro Festival, describing the acts as barbaric and unacceptable. In a statement issued on Friday, the Commissioner for Works (Rural Roads) and Public Information, Charles Aniagwu, called on security agencies to investigate the incident and ensure that those responsible are […]

NUJ Osun Council Felicitates Muslims on Eid el-Fitr, Urges Peace, Unity

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By John Dike, Osogbo The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Osun State Council, has extended felicitations to all Muslim faithful in the state on the occasion of Eid el-Fitr. It said: This significant celebration, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, is a period of gratitude, reflection, and renewed commitment to the […]

Tinubu’s plea goes unheeded on Ebonyi’s river of blood – 2

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By Tunde Odesola Water surged against the road and beheaded it, fiam! Headless, the road recoiled, rallied and beheaded water in revenge. Both headless, water and road locked in a final battle, cutting each other into four equal parts! Thus, the Ifa verse, “Òyígíyigì, Ọta Omi,” echoes through this clash, evoking the pacifying refrain: no […]

Don’t be distracted – 2

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

By Olubunmi Adebayo *We shall conclude our discussion on the above topic today as we:* *look at another example : the case of the daughter of Herodias (the wife of king Herod) and how the little girl engaged her ability in dancing to distract King Herod from the bitter issue on ground, thereby ended up […]

Matters miscellaneous!

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

By Abdu Rafiu As the caption indicates, there are differing comestibles today on the menu. First are reactions to recent articles in this column, followed by Questions and Answers. REACTIONS 1). I thoroughly enjoyed this one on AI, but as I read I could feel that you’re in fact being conservative on the advancement of […]

Eid-el-Fitr: Adeleke Congratulates Osun Muslims, Preaches Unity, Faith

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has congratulated Muslim faithful in the state on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan, urging them to uphold the values of faith, unity and compassion. In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, the governor commended Muslims for their devotion and discipline […]

Oyebamiji urges prayer over Osun Guber Poll, facilitates Muslims on Eid-el-Fitr

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

By John Dike, Osogbo The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Osun State, Bola Oyebamiji, has felicitated with the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of this year’s Eid-el-Fitr celebration, urging prayers for peaceful elections in the state. In a statement signed by him and in Osogbo, he assured residents of inclusive, people-oriented governance if […]

Nigeria, UK seal £746m deal to redevelop Tin Can, Apapa ports

March 19, 2026March 19, 2026Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

WhatsApp-Image-2026-03-19-at-4.19.52-pm: President Bola Tinubu and Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Downing Street in London on March 19, 2026. Photo: BBC Nigeria and the United Kingdom have signed a £746 million export finance deal to support the redevelopment of Lagos’ Apapa and Tin Can Island port complexes. As reported by the BBC, the agreement was finalised […]

APC set for South-West zonal Congress March 25

March 19, 2026Olabanji AyoolaLeave a Comment

Preparations are in top gear for the March 25 Southwest zonal congress of the All Progressives Congress,APC, billed to hold at Onikan Stadium in Lagos. A statement jointly signed by the South-West Zonal Chairman, Mr Isaacs Kekemeke, Zonal Secretary, Mr Vincent Bewaji and Zonal Organising Secretary, Mr Lateef Ibirogba, urged all accredited delegates to be […]