By Steve Otaloro I am honored to eulogize Dr. Bode Olajumoke as he celebrates his 80th birthday. Dr. Olajumoke is an exceptional leader who has always played politics without bitterness. His leadership has put Ondo State on the national consciousness through his Imeri Group, which has established the state as a key player in Nigerian […]
Continue Reading
By Sola Lebile It is with fleeting honours that Babatunde Henry Omoyele, the General Manager of Ondo State Sports Council bows out from the service on Thursday, 15th February, 2024. Of course, his case is that of a gifted child who conquered the impossible. His magic wands? Hard work, passion, determination, self-confidence, far-sightedness, and abiding […]
Continue Reading
Nobel Laureate, Prof Wole Soyinka, on Thursday, said Nigeria needs to be decentralised for Nigerians to enjoy the country more. Soyinka made the case for decentralisation on Thursday at the Punch Newspapers’ 50th-anniversary lecture held at the Civic Centre, Ozumba Mbadiwe Road, Victoria Island, Lagos. The lecture, which was delivered by the Nobel laureate, is […]
Continue Reading
By Banji Ayoola The family of the departed Ondo State Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has announced what it described as the “Celebration of a remarkable life”. In a statement with the same title and signed by his son, Oluwarotimi O. Akeredolu, Jnr. the family said: “With hearts overflowing with gratitude, the entire Akeredolu family wishes to […]
Continue Reading
The Chairman of the National Youth Council of Nigeria, NYCN, in Ondo State, Pathfinder Matthew Ogunmolawa has urged the youths in the state to use this year’s Yuletide season to spread joy, love, and hope statewide. Besides, he appealed to all citizens of the state to remember that unity is our strength and to work […]
Continue Reading
By Banji Ayoola Ondo State Acting Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Wednesday enjoined the people of the state to pray for the speedy recovery of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu who is on medical vacation abroad, as they celebrate the Christmas and New Year festivities. Also, he enjoined the people to continue to relate with one another in […]
Continue Reading
As the Christmas season, also known as Yuletide season approaches, anticipation fills the air, and festive decorations adorn homes and streets alike. For many, this is a time of joy, celebration and cherished traditions. However, not everyone eagerly awaits the arrival of the holiday season with the same enthusiasm. While some individuals eagerly count down […]
Continue Reading
It is human to mark anniversaries, whether personal milestones or national or key historical events. Institutions and businesses are no different and every major milestone is an opportunity to pause and reflect. For The Guardian, today, the paper will be rolling out the drums to celebrate its 40th anniversary, which actually was marked on July […]
Continue Reading
President Bola Tinubu (left) with former President Goodluck Jonathan. PHOTO: PHILIP OJISUA President Bola Tinubu has described former President Goodluck Jonathan as an icon of democracy who inspires hope of good governance in the country and on the African continent. The president made the declaration on Sunday in Abuja in a statement issued by his […]
Continue Reading
President Bola Tinubu, on Saturday felicitated with his long-time ally, friend, and confidant, Oba Rilwan Akiolu of Lagos State, on his 80th birthday. Tinubu, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, described the revered monarch as a fountain of wisdom and knowledge. The president also said that the […]
Continue Reading
