Jonathan’s “mind your business”caution to governors
Former President Goodluck Jonathan’s warning to governors and political heavyweights who descended on Osun for the August 15 governorship election is worth attention. It is a reminder that Nigeria’s democracy cannot afford to turn off-cycle elections into jamborees for outside political forces. The spectacle was difficult to miss. The All Progressives Congress (APC) constituted a […]
Ikogosi warm springs resort joins AFRIMMA for 2026 festival
African music and culture will take centre stage in Dallas, Texas, on September 12, with Ikogosi Warm Springs Resort joining AFRIMMA as presenting sponsor of this year’s music festival. Themed “A Day in Africa,” the festival which will take place at Annette Strauss Square at the AT&T Performing Arts Center will bring together music, food, […]
Osun Election: Oyebamiji accepts result, congratulates Adeleke
The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate in the August 15 Osun State governorship election, Bola Oyebamiji, has accepted the outcome of the poll and congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke, two weeks after the election. Adeleke, who contested on the platform of the Accord Party, was declared winner of the election. In a statement on Saturday, Oyebamiji […]
Ozioma Okonkwo’s couture takes spotlight at Basadi Awards
When Zambian rapper and singer Bwalya Sophie Chibesakunda, popularly known as Bomb$hell Grenade, stepped onto the red carpet at the 2026 Basadi in Music Awards in Johannesburg, South Africa, her striking appearance drew attention to the work of Nigerian fashion designer Ozioma Nkiruka Okonkwo. Bomb$hell Grenade wore a gold-and-bronze couture gown designed by Okonkwo, featuring […]
2027: Don’t promise what you can’t deliver, Maraya warns politicians
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo KADUNA — A Kaduna-based Islamic scholar and former Special Adviser to two former governors of Kaduna State, Sheikh Haliru Maraya, has cautioned politicians seeking elective offices in 2027 against making unrealistic promises to Nigerians in their bid to win votes. Maraya, who spoke against calls by some politicians for the return of […]
Rotary Club of Osubi targets N17 million for educational, health, finance – support projects
Rotary Club of Osubi, under District 9141 of Rotary International, has called for support to execute educational, health and finance – support programmes for the 2026 – 2027 Community Services’ projects. The 17th President Of Rotary Club of Osubi, Rtn. Bemigho Florence Akande, who appealed for the support during her installation at Osubi in Okpe […]
