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The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Osara, Emeritus Professor Olu Obafemi, on 4th April, 2025, marked his 75th birthday in a grand celebration held at the University of Ilorin’s Dam Site. The event which attracted a galaxy of dignitaries from all walks of life, was a testament to the celebrant’s immense contributions to academia, governance, and national development. The birthday ceremony was filled with heartfelt tributes and encomiums from friends, associates, students, and family members including the former Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko who was a Special Guest…
By Stephen Adeleye April 04, 2025 In a testament to his unwavering commitment to protecting the world’s most vulnerable populations, Dr Anisur Rahman Siddique of UNICEF, has been celebrated by Marquis Who’s Who, a prestigious recognition of his life’s work. With a career marked by unwavering dedication and compassion, Dr Anisur has made a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children and families, earning him a place among the world’s most esteemed humanitarians. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor and Team leader for Immunization Coverage and Equity at UNICEF headquarters in New York, Dr. Anisur brings a wealth of…
As part of its ongoing commitment to healthcare access and community welfare, the Suleiman Yahyah Foundation has successfully delivered free medical services to thousands of Nigerians in Maska, Funtua Local Government Area, Katsina State. The medical outreach featured a comprehensive healthcare intervention including free consultations, diagnostic tests, essential medications, and hepatitis vaccinations, with a special focus on women and children. Speaking at the event, Chairman of the Foundation, Alhaji Suleiman Yahyah, described the initiative as a fulfilment of his duty to support the less privileged, in accordance with Islamic injunctions. “The Foundation was established 16 years…
… To Host 2025 President Federation Cup Round of 32 Men’s football competition. Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU) Stadium, Anyigba, has been selected as one of the venues for the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) 2025 President Federation Cup Round of 32 Men’s football competition. The University stadium which got the nod of the NFF is to host four exciting matches. The Four matches are slated to be played at the Prince Abubakar Audu University Anyigba’s Stadium, are: Nasarawa Utd Vs Ijele FC, 02/04/2025 at 1.00PM Mighty Jets Feeders Vs Akwa Utd, 02/04/2025 Inter Lagos FC Vs Jr Danbaram FC, 03/-4/2025…
By Adegboyega Segun GSSS Mopa has won Ruth Roseline Fanwo First Female Secondary Schools Tournament in Mopamuro Local Government Area. Ruth Roseline Fanwo Secondary School Female Football Tournament is a football competition organised by wife of Kogi State Commissioner of Information and Communications, Mrs Ruth Fanwo, with the aim of providing the young girls with a platform to showcase their football talent and do exploit in sport generally. Speaking at the final ceremony held at MMLGEA football pitch Takete Ide Amuro on Friday, 4th April 2025, Mrs Fanwo emphasized that the initiative aims to provide young girls…
In a significant step, the Dangote Packaging Limited(DPL) has commissioned some state-of-the-art machinery to enhance its production capabilities. At the commissioning of the machinery on Wednesday, the Managing Director/Chief Eexecutive Officer of DPL, Mr. Sai Prakash explained the salient features of the new machinery and described them as the latest “state of the art” technology. He added that the introduction of these machinery is a major accomplishment and would contribute to improved productivity and improved quality of the bags being produced from Obajana Plant. In the same vein, the Group Managing Director, Dangote Cement Plc, Mr, Arvind Pathak, who graced…
The National Youth Council of Nigeria, (NYCN) Kogi State Chapter has appealed to Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo to call to order some aggrieved council of past Chairmen who are determined to cause crisis in the State. The Kogi State Chairman of NYCN Comrade Ben Jerry made the call at a press conference held at the Nigeria Union of Journalists, (NUJ) Secretariat in Lokoja. Jerry posited that the current executive in Kogi State are not in any crisis adding that, under his leadership, a free, fair and credible election was conducted in three Local Government Area of Kogi East.…
Kogi State Coordinators of National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has passed a vote of confidence on Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo leadership in the state. This was part of the resolution of the meeting with the newly elected NYCN Local Government Coordinators across the State held at the office of the State Commissioner of Youth and Sports Development in Lokoja. Speaking during the meeting, former Chairman of the State Council, Comrade Bala Ibrahim said the decision to pass a vote of confidence on the Governor was unanimously taken by the critical stakeholders and the twenty one Local Government Coordinators of…
Olamaboro Local Government Coordinator of National Youth Council of Nigeria, Comrade Daniel Edoka has Congratulated Kogi State Sports Commissioner on election as Organizing Secretary, Nigeria forum of Commissioners for Youth and Sports Development in Nigeria. In a statement on Thursday, Comrade Daniel Edoka described the election of Hon. Monday Anyebe as well deserved, noting that his performance so far has been very inspiring. He expressed optimism that the Kogi State Commissioner of Sports will contribute meaningfully to the advancement of the forum which will further add value to sports development in the Country. The NYCN Coordinator urged the Commissioner to…
. Tompolo, the Chairman of TSSNL, praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his visionary leadership and commitment to excellence in selecting seasoned professionals to steer the affairs of NNPCL. Tompolo expressed confidence in the new management’s ability to drive the ongoing restructuring of NNPCL to greater heights, particularly in ramping up local refining capacity and increasing Nigeria’s crude oil production. He assured the new leadership team of TSSNL’s unwavering support in executing their mandate and pledged to collaborate in securing Nigeria’s oil assets. The TSSNL chairman urged the new management to remain focused, innovative, and diligent in delivering on their…