Author: Halimah Olamide
Halimah Olamide Holds a degree in History and Education. She also holds professional certificates in graphics and passionate about reporting issues of politics, economy, and gender
Following the shocking incident surrounding the carting away of the Agemo statue, the leadership of Ijebu Ode has declared traditional Oro rites. According to an X post from @ThinkYoruba_1st, the rites will be performed by 9pm. Recall that NPO reported that a middled-aged man identified as Jeremiah Kosesochi Nwoke reportedly died while attempting to steal the Agemo statue located at the Itoro Roundabout in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State. Nwoke had reportedly made several attempts to uproot the statue situated near the roundabout leading to the palace of the Awujale of Ijebuland. However, the deceased allegedly managed to uproot the heavily-padded…
Award-winning filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan has officially launched the Kunle Afolayan Productions’ Film Village and Resort, a film production, tourism, and cultural promotion hub in Oyo State. The unveiling ceremony which drew a distinguished audience, was graced by the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, and the Honourable Minister of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa among others Speaking at the event, Governor Makinde lauded Kunle Afolayan’s vision and commitment to cultural preservation through film and tourism. He also noted that the film village is a testament to the achievement of the Oyo State vision of expanding the…
By Tunde Rahman The special relationship between President Bola Tinubu and former President Muhammadu Buhari has witnessed many remarkable moments. It has experienced dramatic and exciting times, just as there have been challenging moments. Life changing and sweet memories abound between the two great leaders. Between the two great men, there are recollections of might-have-beens. There are also open testimonies about the gains of the partnership and words of commendation as well as scornful moments. Nonetheless, the two leaders have trudged on to the admiration of their mutual friends and associates, and bewilderment – I dare say, disappointment – of…
Agency Report Mr Olayinka Joe-Fadile, the Narcotics Commander, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Oyo State Command, has expressed worry over the high intake of illicit drugs in the state. Joe- Fadile made the observation in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Abeokuta at the sidelines of the “Public Destruction of Drug Exhibits” held at Ipara town, Ogun, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Way. According to him, the high consumption of Cannabis Sativa in the state which has metamorphosed into loud with different strains like Scottish Loud, Canadian Loud, Arizona Loud among others is worrisome. “These loud drug are even…
Renowned human rights lawyer and activist, Mr Femi Falana (SAN), has charged Nigerian youths to reclaim the country. Falana gave the advice on Saturday in Lagos, during sixth Annual Youth Leadership Conference, tagged Resilience, Innovation, Social Responsibility and Entrepreneurship (RISE 2025) held at the University of Lagos. Falana said things were not how they used to be, hence, the younger generation should reclaim the country and redefine it as it should be. He said that youths were suffering as a result of what the country had become, hence, the need for the younger generation to ‘rise’. “You will have to…
…Condemns deadly terrorist blast The Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, has vowed to ensure that the security situation in the State doesn’t worsen under his leadership. He made the assertion while on a visit to the victims affected by a bomblast suspected to have been planted by Boko Haram insurgents along the Maiduguri–Damboa highway. He also expressed sympathy for the victims, describing the incident as regrettable, especially as Borno had not experienced an IED attack in over a year. The blast, believed to be caused by an Improvised Explosive Device (IED), killed eight people and injured 21 others on…
Safiu Kehinde Popular Nigerian media personality, Toke Makinwa, has opened up on her intention to marry. The 40-year-old Nollywood actress expressed her readiness to marry- even if it is to being a second, third, fourth, or fifth wife. Makinwa made the disclosure in the latest episode of her podcast Toke Moments. She expressed concern over being too independent while harping on the need for companion. “In all honesty, at this point in my life, if I have the opportunity to be the second, third, fourth, or fifth wife, I will take it,” she said. “I am the boss everywhere and…
President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the family, friends, and associates of Christian Chukwu, Nigerian football icon, who died on Saturday at the age of 74. “The President joins the football community in mourning a legend whose contributions to the beautiful game elevated Nigeria’s status globally,” Mr Bayo Onanuga, his spokesman, said in a statement. Chukwu captained the Green Eagles to the 1980 Africa Cup of Nations victory and later coached the Super Eagles, which won a bronze medal at the 2004 Africa Cup of Nations. Nicknamed “Chairman” for his commanding presence and leadership on the field, Chukwu…
Agency Report The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has destroyed 1.6 million kilogrammes of illicit drugs in Ogun. Tijana Rabe, the Narcotic Commander of Ogun NDLEA, hosted the event on Saturday at Ipara town along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. She said the exercise was the first of its kind in Ogun, highlighting the command’s progress in the fight against drug abuse. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that the seized narcotics came from NDLEA Commands under Zones 9 and 11. These included the Lagos Strategic Command, Ogun Command, Oyo Command, MMIA Command, Lagos Seaports, Idiroko, and Seme Border Commands.…
Dr. Allen Onyema, Chairman, Air Peace Ltd., has pledged to bring back Nigerian underage girls trafficked to Ivory Coast free of charge. In a statement by Onyema on Saturday in Lagos, he expressed concern over the recent discovery of the act by a social media activist, VeryDarkMan. According to Onyema, the country needs collective efforts to discourage trafficking, as it is inhumane and ungodly. “We should discourage trafficking of any kind. It is inhumane and callous. It is absolutely ungodly and a good example of man’s inhumanity to man. “We, in Air Peace, are ready to bring our fellow citizens…