By Tunde Odesola Back in the Italy of 44 BC, there lived a babalawo called Spurinna. Spurinna was a haruspice. In ancient Rome, a haruspice was a priest or soothsayer who practised divination by inspecting the entrails–specifically the liver and gallbladder–of sacrificed animals, to interpret the messages of the gods. Spurinna was popular in his […]
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By Abdu Rafiu The humiliation and shocking gruesome murder to which the Lord Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace, was subjected will continue to revibrate in our souls as human beings throughout the universe, and gnaw at our conscience, especially on the occasion of the anniversary of the dastardly event that will be marked this […]
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Emulate Falae, Aiyedatiwa urges emerging leaders Divine grace accounts for a life of survival, success – Falae President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described a former Secretary to the Federal Government and Olu of Ilu Abo, in Ondo State, Oba Samuel Oluyemisi Falae, as a symbol of integrity and service. He spoke on Thursday at the […]
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A non-governmental organisation, Youth Health and Life Skills Development Initiative, has launched a new foundation to address the growing challenges facing adolescents, particularly out-of-school youths. The Foundation, Yetunde Olagbuji Youth Empowerment Seed (YOYES), was unveiled during the 2026 edition of the “Becoming” programme held in Akure, where the convener, Dr. Yetunde Olagbuji presented three books […]
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battle soaring costs, shrinking profits Customers cut purchases as prices surge Unstable electricity supply and rising fuel prices are placing significant strain on frozen food businesses in Lagos and other parts of the country as traders struggle to cope with higher operating costs and reduced customer patronage. The traders, who spoke with the News Agency […]
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The number of children and young people out of school worldwide has climbed to 273 million, according to the UN Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). In the 2026 Global Education Monitoring (GEM), UNESCO stated that the number of out-of-school children and young people has climbed for the seventh consecutive year. The report finds that […]
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Ondo State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Babatunde Kolawole, has said the just-concluded zonal congress of the party in the South-West has fulfilled constitutional requirements and positioned the party for success in forthcoming elections. Speaking in an interview in Lagos, he explained that the congress, which is held every four years, is designed […]
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Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has emphasised the need for sustained collaboration between the government and private investors to drive effective development across the state. He spoke while delivering his remarks at the commissioning of Kembod Event Centre in Akure, recently. The governor described the edifice as a catalyst for economic vitality, social engagement, […]
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The autobiography of a former Secretary to the Federal Government, and Olu of Ilu Abo, Oba Olu Falae, launched in Lagos on Thursday, has been described as a rich collection detailing Nigeria’s struggles for socioeconomic and political development. In fact, a former governor of Ondo State, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, who gave the description,said the book […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo The Orangun of Oke-Ila in Osun State, ona Adedokun Abolarin, has warned against corruption, urging political leaders, public office holders, and community stakeholders to embrace transparency and prioritise grassroots development for the benefit of future generations. He made the call on Wednesday during the official launch of Community Development Plans covering […]
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