Deji of Akure and Chairman of the Ondo State Council of Obas, Oba Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, has intervened in a crisis between a faction of the Oodua People’s Congress (OPC) and members of a vigilante group in the Oke-Aro area of Akure. This was disclosed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Deji of Akure,…
The recent allegations made by the PDP against Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa are baseless and misleading. The approvals mentioned are part of the administration’s efforts to improve infrastructure and enhance governance. The renovations will ultimately benefit the state’s economy and citizens. We urge the public to disregard these false accusations and focus on verifiable facts. Governor…
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) has notified its customers of an impending migration of its core banking application system to a new one, which would cause a temporary disruption in banking services. The transition to a new and robust suite of Finacle Core Banking Application Systems is set to commence on Friday, October 11, 2024, and…
We are thrilled to announce that Akinfiresoye Leah Tolulope has been appointed as the new Senior Special Assistant on Social Welfare! This is a well-deserved recognition of Leah’s dedication and commitment to improving the lives of others. Leah has always been passionate about social welfare and has worked tirelessly to support vulnerable members of our…
Today, on the 9th of October 2024, the newly elected principal officers of the Youth Assembly of Nigeria, Ondo state chapter, visited the office of the State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC) in Ondo state. The NSCDC Ondo State command PRO, DSA Adams Daniel, warmly welcomed the YAN leaders and…
“Secondly, my godfather has done a lot. I don’t want to call him anymore because he left me alone in a well-furnished apartment. So my lawyer called me and said he got me a SAN. My godfather got me a new SAN”. The ongoing saga involving the controversial figure Idris ‘Bobrisky’ Okuneye has taken a…
The sons and daughters of Akure came together on Saturday to celebrate the Ulefunta festival, one of the most revered festivals in Yorubaland, showcasing the rich culture of the ancient city. The event, held at the MKO Abiola Democracy Park in Akure, saw the Ondo State governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, emphasizing the significance of cultural…
By: Leke Reddington, Co-founder and CIO of Brainiac Capitalx How quickly time flies away? It’s another Independence Day celebration for my beloved nation, Nigeria. 64 Years ago on October 1st, 1960, we received our National Independence from the Great British Government. We’ve grown up hearing and reading about the glorious old days when our nation…
Tributes have continued to be showered on Lt Col George Otonbara Ikoli as those who knew him lamented his demise. Ernest Sisei Ikoli Foundation is not an exception. The Foundation in a statement in Lagos described Otonbara Ikoli as a valiant officer and gentleman. ‘’In solemn remembrance of the Nigerian Army C130 Hercules plane crash…
Sunshine Stars Youth Team kicked off the 2024/25 N-Youth League campaign with a resounding 2-0 win over R2 Finesse FA in their match-day one encounter at the Sunshine Games Village, Akure. The home team’s defense was solid, with Richard Christopher, Taiwo Ogunleye, Anifowose Oludare, and Isaiah Sunday providing a formidable shield for goalkeeper Francis Gabriel….
