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LASWA, INTERFERRY Training moves to Module 7 following end of Module 6 .

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA), in collaboration with Interferry, has successfully concluded Module 6: Survey and Inspection of the Africa Ferry Safety Development and Mentoring Programme, marking another significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to enhance maritime safety, strengthen professional expertise and promote international best practices within Africa’s ferry transportation sector. Conducted throughout October 2026, the module provided participating mentees with practical and technical knowledge of marine surveying and inspection procedures, equipping them with the competencies required to assess the safety, structural condition and operational compliance of commercial passenger ferries. The training featured a combination of self-paced theoretical sessions facilitated by class surveyors from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and Lloyd’s Register, interactive virtual mentorship and supervised practical field exercises. ...
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Beyond Cement: Dangote Deploys Football to Unite Ibese, Okpella Host Communities

By Afolabi Oyekunle     Dangote Cement Plc has taken its Social Investment drive to the football pitch, kicking-off its maiden tournament simultaneously at the Ibese and Okpella Plants to advance youth development, peaceful coexistence and stronger community ties.   The tournament, fully sponsored by Dangote Cement, brings together young people from communities around the company's cement operations in Ibese, Okpella, Obajana, and Gboko providing them with an opportunity to showcase their football talents while strengthening relationships across community boundaries.   During the ceremonial kick-off of the Ibese edition, Plant Director, Ayyagari Subbaraidu described the tournament as another demonstration of Dangote Cement's commitment to the socio-economic development and wellbeing of its host communities.   Mr. Ayyagari Subbaraidu, the Ibese Plant Director (3rd right) performs the c eremonial kick-off officially declaring the 2026 Host Communities’...
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Archbishop Taiwo Akinola to Christians: Make Jesus Your Cornerstone.

 By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Eight days 35th Anniversary and World Convention of the Rhema Christian Church and Towers came to a climax on Sunday 8th November with testimonies galore and numerous miracles during the anniversary. With the Theme, "More Than Conquerors, Romans 8: 37, the daily program from Ist  to 8th November featured  daily prayer rain, ministers conference and miracle rally, as well as Hossanah Night on Friday, 6th  November which featured artistes such as Tosin Bee, K. Kelly, Yahweh's Praise, Bolanle Adeoye, Ayanfe, Eunice Unique, and Antonia Glory, as well as beautiful choruses from the Champions Gospel Choristers. The 35th anniversary was attended by among others,  Men of God such as Bishop Tunde Akin-Akinsanya, Matthew Ayoola Olubusuyi,  In his Sermon at the Sunday Anniversary Service, Archbishop Taiwo Akinola called on Christians to make Jesus Christ their Cornerstone, key into Him in all aspects of their lives,  and rely on Him abso...
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NUPCPS Lagos Chairman: We are on the track, and will not disappoint our fellow Pensioners

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Chairman of Contributory Pensioners in Lagos state, Comrade Michael Omisande has assured CPS Pensioners that the Union Executive has not distracted from the demands from the state government assuring them that the payment of their 32thousand naira increase will begin in November 2026 into individual accounts. Comrade Omisande made the comment following misunderstanding by some pensioners about the 5 man committee he set up to look into how Pensioners could key into the program of the Deputy Governor of the state, Dr. Kadiri  Hamzat who is the APC Gubernatorial candidate.        Comrade Michael Omisande  "While some of you are liking us with Oshiomole as he deceived the Lagos workers in those days. Our team does not compromise, though we are not rich neither are we poor. good name is better than silver and gold. We have had time mostly in the night to dialogue with this government, we have decided to lose some battles but win...
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RHEMA CHRISTIAN CHURCH CELEBRATES 35TH ANNIVERSARY WITH PRAISES GALORE AT RHEMA WORLD CONVENTION 2026

By Afolabi Oyekunle. It was an atmosphere of overwhelming joy, thanksgiving and exuberant praise as Rhema Christian Church & Towers marked the second day of its on-going 35th Anniversary.  The anniversary celebration, which formed a major highlight of the Convention, provided an opportunity for the church to reflect on its remarkable journey, celebrate God's sustaining power and acknowledge the tremendous growth recorded since its establishment 35 years ago. Speaking at the occasion, the Presiding Bishop of Rhema Christian Church & Towers, His Grace, Archbishop Dr. Taiwo Akinola, gave an inspiring account of God's faithfulness through the years, recounting several significant incidents and experiences in the history of the ministry that testified to the power, mercy and miraculous intervention of God. He recalled that Rhema Christian Church started with just a handful of members, but through the grace of God, commitment to the divine mandate and ...
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Rhema Christian Church and Towers hosts Night of Praises to God.

By Afolabi Oyekunle. It is set to be a night of gratitude, adoration, and praises to God  for His mercy and goodness as Rhema Christian Church and Towers hosts Hosannah Night of Praises on November 6th, 2026 at 9.00 p.m., as part of activities towards the ongoing 35th anniversary of the church. It takes place at the church Headquarters, Rhema Christian Church Towers, Champion Peace Cathedral, Lagos- Abeokuta Expressway, Temidire, Sango, in Ogun State. Several renowned gospel artistes, including popular gospel music minister, Tosin Bee, would be present to lead the congregation in spirited songs of praise, worship and thanksgiving. Speaking on the night, Founder Rhema Christian Church and Towers, Archbishop Taiwo Akinola   expressed confidence that the night would provide an unforgettable opportunity for Champions and other worshippers to express their gratitude to God through singing, dancing and heartfelt adoration.          Ar...
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80 Students Benefit as Dangote Cement, Okpella Invests ₦32m in Education, Power Infrastructure in Host communities

By Afolabi Oyekunle. In further demonstration of its commitment to sustainable community development and inclusive growth, Dangote Cement Plc, Okpella Plant has awarded scholarships to 80 students and commissioned four 500KVA transformers in Okpella, Edo State, under its Community Development Agreement (CDA) with host communities.   The scholarship award ceremony and transformer commissioning, held on Thursday, October 29, 2026, attracted traditional leaders, community representatives, youth groups, students, parents, government officials and senior officials of Dangote Cement.   The educational intervention worth over N32million saw a total of 80 students benefiting from the scholarship programme, comprising 60 undergraduate students from various tertiary institutions across Nigeria and 20 secondary school students drawn from the company's host communities.   Under the scheme, each undergraduate beneficiary received ₦500,000, while each secondary school student was award...
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