Category: News
Dangote Expands Empire: Launches Automobile Production with DPAN Plant
Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has further diversified his business empire, venturing into automobile production through the Dangote Peugeot Automobile Nigeria (DPAN) plant. The facility, a joint venture between Dangote Group, Stellantis (Peugeot’s parent company), and other investors, has achieved a significant milestone with an annual production capacity of 44,000 vehicles. The move marks…
Ogun to Benefit as World’s Largest Protein Producer Invests $2.5bn in Nigeria
Ogun State is set to receive a major economic boost with the announcement of a $2.5 billion investment by JBS of Brazil, the world’s largest protein producer. The investment, which is part of a strategic partnership between JBS and the Ogun State Government, is expected to transform the state’s livestock subsector and create new opportunities…
Ijebu-Ife Celebrates Rear Admiral Kolawole Olumide Oguntuga in Grand Style at Ajalorun’s Palace
By Anifowose Babatunde Ijebu-Ife, Ogun State – February 22, 2025 – The historic Palace of the Ajalorun of Ijebu-Ife was the epicenter of celebration and pride on Saturday as the town hosted a grand reception in honor of one of its most distinguished sons, Rear Admiral Kolawole Olumide Oguntuga, who recently attained a top rank…
Ogun State Enacts Scavengers and Waste Dealers Regulation Bill, 2025 to Promote Public Order and Environmental Safety
Abeokuta, Ogun State – February 12, 2025 – In a landmark move to address growing concerns over public safety, environmental degradation, and community tensions, the Ogun State House of Assembly has passed the Scavengers and Waste Dealers Regulation Bill, 2025. Sponsored by Hon. Dr. Babatunde Opeolu Tella and co-sponsored by six other lawmakers, including Hon….
A RARE BREED OF A CHANCED POLITICAL LEADER, TECHNOCRAT TURNED POLITICIAN WITH AGAPE LOVE, ORIGINALITY STILL DE PDO OF FUSENGBUWA
It is my privilege to celebrate someone who epitomizes leadership—a person whose life reflects a heart of service and commitment to faith, family, friends, and, most importantly, the youth as the future and tomorrow’s leaders.PRINCE ‘DAPO OKUBADEJO (PDO) is a widely recognized expert in finance of international standard and repute, a strategic and kindhearted individual,…
Bauchi Commissioner Abdulrazak Zaki Denies Abduction Allegations, Claims Legal Custody of Daughter
Child Custody Dispute Escalates Amid Legal BattlesThe Bauchi State Commissioner for Water Resources, Abdulrazak Zaki, has refuted allegations of abducting his daughter, insisting that he legally assumed custody based on multiple court rulings. The controversy began when his ex-wife, Iklima Manu Soro, petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP), alleging that their daughter was forcibly…
Anambra 2025: Prof. Obiora Okonkwo Declares Governorship Bid Under APC
United Nigeria Airlines Chairman Vows to Unseat Soludo in November Election Prominent businessman and Chairman of United Nigeria Airlines, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, has officially declared his intention to contest the Anambra State Governorship Election scheduled for November 8, 2025. Okonkwo, who is running under the All Progressives Congress (APC), made the announcement at the inauguration…
Ex-Acting Accountant General Nwabuoku Accused of Diverting ₦868.4 Million in Defence Funds
Key Witnesses Detail Alleged Fraud in EFCC Corruption Trial The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has commenced the trial of Chukwunyere Anamekwe Nwabuoku, the former Acting Accountant General of the Federation, over allegations of diverting ₦868.4 million from the Federal Ministry of Defence. The trial, which began on January 31, 2025, before Justice James…
Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit: Advancing Universal Energy Access by 2030
The Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit, held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on January 27-28, 2025, convened African leaders, development partners, and private sector stakeholders to advance the ambitious goal of providing electricity access to 300 million people by 2030. This initiative, launched by the World Bank and the African Development Bank (AfDB), aims to…
President Tinubu Appoints Abba Abubakar Aliyu as Managing Director of Rural Electrification Agency
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Abba Abubakar Aliyu as the substantive Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), effective January 23, 2025. Aliyu has been serving as the acting Managing Director of the REA since March 2024. Prior to this role, he was the Head of the Nigeria Electrification Project (NEP) at the…