The descendants of the Magaji Aliagan family in Ilorin have issued a detailed rejoinder to a recent write-up by Professor Abubakar Imam Ali-Agan on the history and genealogy of the Aliagan dynasty, describing several of his claims as misleading and historically inaccurate. In the rejoinder titled “Between Historical Facts and Fallacies,” the family commended Professor...
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TAYO ADEWUSI, VETERAN BROADCASTER, TAKES A FINAL BOW FROM THIS EARTHLY SOJOURNS
It is with a broken heart that the Board of Trustees of Cloud Network Foundation (CNF) announce the death of Mr. Tayo Adewusi, a veteran broadcaster of over twenty five years. Family sources disclosed that Mr Adewusi passed on Friday, 3rd October 2025, at a public hospital in Alimosho, Lagos State after a brief illness....
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Anambra Traditional Ruler for Burial Next Week
The Oko Community in Orumba North Local Government Area (LGA) of Anambra State has finalised arrangements for the official burial and final rites of passage for its traditional ruler, Onowu Oko, Ichie Martin Ezeosim, on Thursday, next week. The demise of late Onowu was jointly announced by His Royal Highness, Igwe Prof. Laz Ekwueme, Eze Ijikala...
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MINISTER OF STATE FOR FINANCE, DR. DORIS UZOKA-ANITE, CONFERRED WITH THE PRESTIGIOUS ADA UKWU NDI ORLU CHIEFTAINCY TITLE*
In recognition of her outstanding contributions to peace, progress, and development, the Honourable Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, has been conferred with the esteemed chieftaincy title of Ada Ukwu Ndi Orlu Zone by His Imperial Majesty, Eze (Dr) Thomas Obiwuru Obiefule, the Paramount Ruler of Umudioka Ancient Kingdom, Orlu Local Government Area...
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Senator Mustapha disburses N100million cash grants to SMEs in Kwara
More than 300 small-scale business owners, craftsmen, and skilled workers across Kwara Central Senatorial District have received support under a multi-million naira empowerment programme facilitated by the senator representing the district, Mallam Saliu Mustapha. The initiative was implemented in partnership with the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN). It is designed to...
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ZETSI Africa to Host Leadership Conference 3.0 on Curbing Social Vices in Nigerian Campuses
The Zero Tolerance for Social Immoralities Initiative (ZETSI Africa), in partnership with key national youth bodies, has announced the third edition of its flagship national leadership development programme, Leadership Conference 3.0. The three-day conference, scheduled for August 26th to 28th, 2025, will take place at the University of Abuja and the National Merit House, Maitama,...
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Audu Ogbeh: Nigeria Loses Elder Statesman and Advocate for Agricultural Reform at 78
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...