With just two days to the maiden RIYE Under-17 Boxing Circuit, organiser of the initiative, Hon. Tunde Delu, has revealed plans to expand the programme beyond athletics and boxing to other sports where Ogun State has considerable strength. Hon. Delu explained that the vision behind the RIYE Sports Circuit is to create opportunities for young athletes across different sporting disciplines, helping to identify, develop and nurture talents capable of representing Ogun State and Nigeria at higher levels. He disclosed that preparations are in top gear for the maiden RIYE U17 Boxing Circuit scheduled for Friday, October 30, 2026, at the…
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The Commandant General of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Professor Audi Ahmed Abubakar mni, OFR, has charged officers of the Corps to embrace neutrality, professionalism and thoroughness as the country enters the general election season in 2027. He urged them to safeguard Nigeria’s democracy and ensure hitch-free elections by providing adequate security for electoral materials, electoral umpires and other critical stakeholders. Professor Audi made this remark on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at the Corps headquarters in Abuja while declaring open a three-day workshop for 216 officers and men drawn from the 36 State Commands, the Federal Capital…
The Chairman of Ifo Local Government in Ogun State, Kusimo Idris Olalekan, has urged the Lagos State Government to call the Chairman of Ojodu Local Government to order over the erection of a signpost bearing the inscription, “Welcome to Lagos State,” at a disputed location along the Yakoyo–Ojodu Road. Olalekan said the placement of the signpost had raised concerns about the boundary between Ogun and Lagos states, particularly around Yakoyo in Isheri-Ojodu Ward, where Ifo Local Government maintains that the location falls within Ogun State’s territorial jurisdiction. The council expressed concern that the signpost, which indicates the beginning of Lagos…
A socio-cultural group, Hope Excel, has endorsed Chief Toyin Amuzu (TA) and adopted other candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), including Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, Olufunbi Olufemi Majekodunmi, Adeoye Adewale Adeniran and other candidates of the party. Led by its President, the group said it had been following the activities and community development efforts of Chief Toyin Amuzu and other PDP candidates, expressing confidence in their commitment to addressing the needs of the people. The group stated that its decision was driven by its desire to promote good governance by electing credible candidates who would prioritise the welfare of the…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has pledged to sustain people-oriented governance and prioritise the welfare of residents and community development across Abeokuta South Federal Constituency in Ogun State. The pledge was made by the party’s candidates in Abeokuta South, led by Chief Toyin Amuzu (TA), during a visit by the PDP Ogun Central senatorial candidate, Senator Iyabo Obasanjo, to the Arinlese, Ijemo Agbadu and Itoko areas of Abeokuta. Speaking during the visit, Obasanjo said the PDP was presenting credible candidates committed to serving the people and promoting the development of their communities. She noted that, at this stage of her…
Kerrygold reaffirmed its commitment to Nigeria’s growing baking community through its partnership with the International Cake Exploration Societe, Nigeria (ICES, Nigeria), at Cake Expo 2026, held on October 7 and 8 at All Seasons Plaza, Ikeja. The two-day expo brought together bakers, cake artists and enthusiasts from across the industry for an engaging experience focused on creativity, learning, networking and the business of baking. As the lead sponsor, Kerrygold leveraged the platform to connect directly with members of the baking community, creating opportunities for interaction, product discovery and sampling. At the Kerrygold booth, attendees sampled the brand’s products and…
The 2026 edition of the Africa’s Clinical Research Ecosystem Summit (ACRES) will hold on November 27 and 28 in Yaba, Lagos, with a focus on building African talent and local research capacity in clinical trials. The summit will bring together students, healthcare professionals, researchers, academic institutions and industry stakeholders. Its theme is “Redefining Representation & Talent in African Clinical Trials.” The organisers said the summit would help students and early-career professionals understand the clinical research ecosystem, explore career pathways and connect with practitioners in healthcare and research. The convener of ACRES and Managing Director of United Clinical Trials Support Services (UCTSS), Aizehi…
Fidelity Bank Plc will conclude its 2026 Quarterly Business Forum series with an edition in Abuja, bringing together entrepreneurs, business owners, industry experts and other stakeholders to examine strategies for sustainable growth in the Federal Capital Territory. The forum will hold on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Barcelona Hotel, No. 23 Blantyre Street, Wuse 2, Abuja. The theme is Building Sustainable Businesses, Unlocking Growth, Governance and Opportunity in the FCT. Speaking ahead of the event, the Divisional Head of SME Banking at Fidelity Bank Plc, Mrs. Ugochi Osinigwe, said sustainable business growth depends on access to finance, sound governance, relevant…
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