Nigeria is mourning the death of former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh, who passed away peacefully on Saturday, 9 August 2025, at the age of 78. In a statement issued by the family, Ogbeh was described as “a beloved husband, father and grandfather” whose life was defined by “integrity, service, and...
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Nation Bids Farewell to Legendary Awujale of Ijebuland Amid Tributes from Eminent Nigerians
Nigeria came together in solemn unity as the remains of the revered Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, were laid to rest on Sunday, July 13, 2025. The respected monarch, who reigned for 65 years, was buried at his private Ogbagba Court in Igbeba, Ijebu-Ode, in line with Islamic rites. Dignitaries from across the...
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CONDOLENCE MESSAGE ON THE DEMISE OF FORMER PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI GCFR
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has received with deep sorrow the news of the passing of His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, former President and elder statesman, who served our nation with full dedication and commitment. On behalf of the Governing Council, Management and Staff of the Commission, I extend our heartfelt condolences to his...
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Ajia Turbaned as Dan Amanar of Fune Emirate Amidst Royal Grandeur
In a grand ceremony steeped in tradition and honour, Alhaji Ibrahim Mohammed Ajia, a prominent security expert, philanthropist, and politician from Ilorin, Kwara State, was on Saturday, June 28, 2025, turbaned as Dan Amanar (Custodian of Trust) of Fune Emirate at the Emir’s Palace in Damagum, Yobe State. In a statement signed and made available...
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Kano Mourns as 22 Die in Tragic Bus Crash After National Sports Festival
Kano State is in mourning following the tragic death of 22 members of its contingent to the 22nd National Sports Festival, who lost their lives in a ghastly motor accident on their return from Abeokuta. The accident occurred on Saturday morning when the bus conveying the team rammed into Dakatsalle Bridge in Kura Local Government...
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Children’s Day: WBFA Urges Kwara Pupils to Embrace Hygiene Culture for Safer Future
As part of the 2025 Children’s Day celebrations, the Well Being Foundation Africa (WBFA) has urged students in Kwara State to adopt proper hygiene practices, including regular handwashing and sanitation, to ensure a healthier and safer future. Speaking during the Dettol Hygiene Quest Walk in Ilorin on Tuesday, the WBFA National Programmes Manager, Mr Kehinde...
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Expert, Margaret Julius Launches Faith-Based Addiction Prevention Drive
By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna In a passionate and transformative session, an expert and renowned addiction prevention advocate, Margaret Kwa’ada Julius has energized the Kilba (Huba) Christian Association (KCA) Nasarawa /Kudenda Unit with a groundbreaking Biblical Addiction Prevention Train-the-Trainers Program. Addressing the growing crises of addiction, Margaret emphasized that it is not simply a moral failing...
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Emir of Ilorin Backs NOA’s Drive for National Reorientation, Promises Support from Kwara Emirate
The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, has expressed strong support for the National Orientation Agency (NOA)’s efforts to drive behavioural change and national reorientation, assuring that the Ilorin Emirate and people of Kwara State will cooperate fully with the agency’s programmes. The Emir gave the assurance when he received the Zonal Director of NOA...
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Kwara Mourns Former Head of Service, Oluwole, as Tributes Pour in for Her Legacy of Integrity and Excellence
The Kwara State Government and civil service community have paid glowing tributes to the former Head of Service, Mrs. Susan Modupe Oluwole, who passed away recently, describing her as a paragon of integrity, professionalism, and devoted service. Speaking at a wake-keep ceremony held in her honour at the State Banquet Hall in Ilorin, Governor AbdulRahman...
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Gov Zulum condoles Katsina Gov Radda over mother’s demise
By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, on Sunday evening, paid a condolence visit to the Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda, over the death of his Mother, Hajjiya Safra’u Umaru, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Hajiya Sarafa’u Umaru died on Saturday night at the age of 93. She has been laid to...