Day: June 2, 2025

NYSC DG salutes 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream 1 Corps Members on Completion of Service Year, urges patriotism beyond the uniform

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, has commended members of the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream One for the successful completion of their one-year mandatory national service.   In a goodwill message issued to mark their Passing-Out Parade (POP), Brig Gen Nafiu congratulated the Corps Members for their resilience, discipline, and dedication to national service, described them as worthy ambassadors of the Scheme.   “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all members of the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream One on the successful completion…

Corps Member donates entire NYSC allowance to Hospital in Abeokuta

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In a rare show of compassion and commitment to service, a serving corps member in Ogun State, Folahan Olayiwola, has donated his entire National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) allowance to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abeokuta.   Olayiwola, a graduate of Obafemi Awolowo University and former president of the university’s Student Union, saved his monthly stipends throughout the service year, using the sum of ₦640,000 to purchase three wheelchairs and four pairs of crutches for physically challenged patients at the hospital.   Speaking on what inspired the donation, the corps…

Nwawuba: Pioneering the National Assembly Library Trust Fund (NALTF) to Fruition By Abubakar Yusuf

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Until recently, the National Assembly Library Trust Fund (NALTF) existed more as an ancillary department within the legislative arm than as a central component of parliamentary development. However, with its transformation into a hub of legislative heritage and informatics, the institution is now at the heart of preserving Nigeria’s legislative legacy.   The establishment of NALTF addressed the longstanding neglect of the country’s legislative archives, many of which were either scanty or completely non-existent. These gaps in historical records threatened to erase vital chapters of Nigeria’s parliamentary history from the…

Tinubu hails NNPCL GCEO Bayo Ojulari at 60, tasks him on energy sector reforms

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Bashir Bayo Ojulari, the Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited, on the occasion of his 60th birthday, celebrated on June 3, 2025.   In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Ojulari as a seasoned energy expert whose career has been marked by transformational leadership and a deep commitment to Nigeria’s oil and gas industry.   “President Tinubu joins family, friends, and associates in celebrating an accomplished energy…

MURIC decries Ram-fighting trend in South West, describes act as cruel, un-Islamic

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has strongly condemned the emerging practice of engaging Salah rams in fights for entertainment in some South Western parts of Nigeria, describing the act as “wicked, sinful, and disgusting.” This was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday, June 2, 2025, by the Executive Director of the organization, Professor Ishaq Akintola. According to MURIC, the group’s attention was drawn to disturbing video evidence showing young Muslims staging fights between rams bought for the Eid al-Adha (Salah) sacrifice. The group alleged that such incidents often occur…

NAHCON cautions Tour Operators against unauthorized Hajj engagements as Visa deadline elapses

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has issued a strong warning to Hajj stakeholders, particularly licensed Tour Operators, against engaging in unauthorized arrangements for Tent A+ services, stressed that such actions fall outside the Commission’s official framework.   This caution followed the closure of the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah visa portal, despite NAHCON’s intensive efforts to secure a last-minute extension even for an hour which ultimately proved unsuccessful.   In a statement issued by Fatima Sanda Usara, Assistant Director of Information and Publication, on behalf of the…

Governor Uba Sani: LIKE A PEACEFUL WIFE IN THE HOME OF KADUNA ,By Coach Adebayo Abdullateef

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Not many husbands truly understand what a peaceful wife brings to a home until they experience it.   Her presence calms storms, mends broken walls, and creates the atmosphere where love, growth, and prosperity can thrive.   Governor Uba Sani has done just that for Kaduna State. Like a peaceful wife, he came not with noise but with wisdom. Not with drama, but with dialogue.   He has mended broken bridges, restored trust, and quietly revived the spirit of peaceful coexistence we once feared was lost.   Today, Kaduna breathes…

Nigerian Navy ends 69th Anniversary with ceremonial Sunset and Awards Dinner

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Nigerian Navy on Sunday, 1st June 2025, concluded week-long activities commemorating its 69th anniversary with a colourful Ceremonial Sunset and Dinner at the Naval Dockyard Limited, Victoria Island, Lagos. The Ceremonial Sunset, an age-long naval tradition, saw dignitaries taking the salute as the sun symbolically set marking the end of the day and the celebration.   Leading the dignitaries who took the salute was the Special Guest of Honour, Honourable Minister of State for Defence, His Excellency Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle. Others included the Chairmen of the Senate and…

FG Declares June 6 and 9 Public Holidays for Eid-ul-Adha Celebration

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The Federal Government has declared Friday, June 6, and Monday, June 9, 2025, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha (Sallah) celebration.   This was made known in a statement issued on Monday by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, Dr. Magdalene Ajani, on behalf of the Minister of Interior, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo.   While congratulating all Muslim faithful in Nigeria and the Diaspora, the Minister urged them to emulate the spirit of sacrifice, obedience, and faith as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon him).  …

OAU Council , Stakeholders pledge unity for Institutional advancement at Strategic Retreat

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, is set for a new phase of strategic growth following a unanimous resolution by stakeholders to work in unity for the institution’s development. This decision was the outcome of a four-day Council-Management Retreat held in Ede, Osun State, from May 28 to May 31, 2025. The retreat, themed “Towards A Better Working Relationship Between Council and Management,” brought together key figures from the university’s leadership, academic unions, and alumni. Former Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Prof. Abel Idowu Olayinka, delivered the keynote address,…