Author: Newsjaunts
As part of its unwavering commitment to fostering valuable partnerships that will strengthen market penetration for Nigerian-made products, FMN once again partnered with the French Government for the 2026 Paris International Agricultural Show (PIAS) (Salon International de l’Agriculture, SIA). The annual International Fair, which started on the 21st of February 2026 and will conclude on the 1st of March 2026, remains one of the most widely attended Agricultural Show with thousands of people from across the world in attendance. In 2025, the Show welcomed 607,503 visitors, nearly 4,000 animals, and over 1,000 exhibitors. The Pan-African Food and Agro-Giant, FMN, has maintained a proven record of commitment to fostering food self-sufficiency in Nigeria and in nurturing valuable…
The Ojaja Pan Africa Limited owned by, His Imperial Majesty, Ooni Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, CFR, the Ooni of Ife, recently completed the seamless redemption of its inaugural Commercial Paper (CP) issuance, amounting to an impressive ₦9.2 billion. This achievement sends a powerful message about Ojaja Pan Africa’s strong liquidity and unwavering creditworthiness, making waves throughout Nigeria’s financial landscape. The funds were raised as part of a duly registered ₦10 billion programme on the FMDQ Securities Exchange. Ojaja Pan Africa fulfilled its entire obligation with remarkable efficiency, fully repaying ₦2.15 billion from Series 1, maturing on 21 November 2025,…
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Ogun State Executive Committee has unanimously passed a vote of confidence on its Chairman, Otunba Dr. Femi Soluade, during a crucial meeting held at the State Secretariat on Sunday, February 22, 2026. The motion was “formally moved by Mr. Sunday Lukmon, Chairman of Abeokuta North Local Government, and seconded by Prince Ajibola Adegbenro, the Assistant State Secretary.” Following robust deliberations, all members present voted overwhelmingly in support. The meeting was well attended, with 18 Local Government Chairmen present (Ijebu Ode and Yewa North excused with permission) alongside members of the State Executive Committee. The endorsement…
The Ogun State Government has introduced an Additional Pension Benefit (APB) as part of measures to address concerns raised by stakeholders following the full implementation of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) in the state. The initiative, approved by the administration of Governor Dapo Abiodun, was announced in a communiqué issued after a series of consultative meetings between representatives of organised labour, members of the State and Local Government Pension Administration Committees, and the Commissioner for Finance and Chief Economic Adviser, Dapo Okubadejo. The CPS became fully operational in Ogun State on July 2, 2025. Stakeholders described the APB as an…
The 2026 edition of the annual Ramadan Tafsir, organized by Yomi Ogunsanu, Publisher of Great Achiever Magazine, was successfully held in Ago-Iwoye. The spiritual gathering took place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Ogunsanu’s hometown, drawing a large turnout of Muslim faithful from across the community. The Tafsir was led by Imam Akorede Badru of Igan Itun Nla Mosque, who guided attendees through reflections on the significance of Ramadan. In his sermon, Alhaji Badru congratulated Muslims worldwide for witnessing another blessed Ramadan, reminding them that the holy month is a time to seek Allah’s forgiveness and multiply good deeds through…
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In a move signaling a major push for inter-agency cooperation within Nigeria’s aviation sector, a high-level delegation from the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria, has undertaken an official working visit to Gusau International Airport currently under construction by the administration of Governor Dauda Lawal. The visit, aimed at a comprehensive assessment of the facility’s infrastructure and operational capabilities, is seen as a foundational step toward forging a strategic partnership to bolster aviation training and safety standards across the region. The NCAT team, led by Nasir Muhammad Bungura, conducted an extensive tour of the airport premises. They were received…
The Nigerian Guild of Investigative Journalists (NGIJ) has called for a strategic partnership with the National Orientation Agency (NOA) to strengthen civic education, combat misinformation, and promote accountability in governance, as both institutions identified investigative journalism as critical to Nigeria’s democratic development. The call was made on recently when a delegation of NGIJ, led by its National President, Mallam Abdulrahman Aliagan, paid a courtesy visit to the Director-General of NOA, Lanre Issa-Onilu, and the management team of the agency in Abuja. In his address, Aliagan said the mandates of NGIJ and NOA were naturally complementary, noting that while NOA is…
Political calculations within Ogun APC appear to be intensifying as Governor Dapo Abiodun is alleged to be playing what insiders describe as a “dangerous balancing act” regarding Senator Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi. While publicly projecting camaraderie, sources within the party claim the Governor is quietly working to secure full control of the party structure before formally declaring his political direction for 2027. Observers point to the Governor’s appearance at the burial ceremony of Chief Lucia Onabanjo, where he reportedly arrived alongside political figure GNI, even as he maintained visible public engagement with Yayi. Insiders allege that behind the…
As Muslims across Nigeria prepare to observe the holy month of Ramadan, Jamara Home, Nigeria’s leading wholesale and retail destination for electronics and home appliances, extends heartfelt goodwill to its customers while showcasing its ongoing promo for exclusive in-store deals throughout the season. In line with its commitment to supporting comfortable and functional homes, Jamara Home is currently running a customer-focused promotional campaign, ‘Heart & Home Deals’, which runs from February 3 to February 23, across multiple product categories. The Heart & Home Deals campaign encourages families to invest in dependable appliances that make daily living easier, whether it is preserving food for Iftar…