The Tony Elumelu Foundation is set to announce the 12th cohort of beneficiaries of its Entrepreneurship Programme on Sunday, March 22, 2026, following what it described as a record surge in applications from across the continent. In a statement on Friday, the foundation said it received over 265,000 applications from entrepreneurs across all 54 African […]
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Delta State Police Command Spokesman SP Bright Edafe. Credit: Delta State Police Command. Delta State Police Command has arrested five persons, including the community head and chief organiser of the Ozoro festival, in connection with the alleged sexual assault of women during the annual event in the state. The Public Relations Officer of the command, […]
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Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun and Gombe State Governor, Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya The simmering build-up to the 2027 general elections is rapidly giving way to an expansive and high-stakes succession season in at least 10 states, as governors in their final terms prepare to exit and a new generation of […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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