By Afolabi Oyekunle. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has challenged Nigerian graduates to deploy the knowledge and skills acquired through their academic pursuits to develop practical solutions to the numerous challenges confronting the country, urging them to combine innovation with integrity as they prepare to shape the nation’s future. The governor gave the charge on Tuesday while delivering the convocation lecture at the Postgraduate Convocation Ceremony of Babcock University, Ilisan-Remo, in Ikenne Local Government Area of Ogun State, where he was also honoured with the university’s Award of Good Governance and announced cash rewards for the institution’s best graduating students. Governor Dapo Abiodun receiving the award. Speaking on the theme, “Breaking New Grounds,” Governor Abiodun said universities are not merely centres for acquiring knowledge but institutions that prepare individuals to apply learning for the advancement of humanity. He described the g...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Lagos State Contributory Pensioners have been encouraged to remain patient as the process of implementing the approved wage award continues to move forward. This is according to a recent statement concerning the payment of the money by Comrade Johnson Olagbaiye, Principal Secretary NUPCPS LAGOS STATE COUNCIL Comrade Olagbaiye said  the union has been working assiduously with other state stakeholders like  state NLC, NUP LS Council, D G PENCOM etc  to pile pressure on LASG for the acceleration of the implementation  He said according to available information, the Actuarial Evaluators have completed the calculations and assessment of the wage award approved by President Bola Tinubu. "This marks an important milestone in the process, as the technical evaluation required for implementation has now been concluded. The next stage is for Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to present the proposal to the Lagos State House of Assembly for ...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. NUPENG President, Comrade Salimon Akanni Oladiti has emphasized the importance of continuous engagement, transparency, and shared responsibility in advancing the welfare of workers and the growth of Nigeria's oil and gas sector.  He made the remark when he led a  high-powered NUPENG delegation, on a working visit to Chevron management .   The high-powered NUPENG delegation, which received a warm reception from Union members on the ground, comprised prominent Union leaders including Deputy President, Comrade Akin Oladejo; Acting General Secretary, Comrade Otite Onohwohwo; National Auditor, Comrade Leke Adepegba; and Adviser (Informal)/PTD National Chairman, Comrade Mathias O. Ote; National Security Coordinator, Comrade Alhaji Saheed Gbolahan Adigun.  Also in attendance were Lagos Zone Chairman, Comrade Olayemi Samuel; Vice Chairman, Comrade Dr. Babalola Obisola; SAGS/Admin. Head, Comrade Osunbor Idahoise; Women Committee Secretary, Com...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Federal Government has reaffirmed its partnership with Dangote Cement Plc and other industry stakeholders to drive affordable and inclusive housing, aligning with broader initiatives aimed at improving access to decent homes for low-income and informal-sector workers.   This is even as Stakeholders at the 2026 Abuja International Housing Show (AIHS) praised Dangote Cement for its significant contribution to affordable housing and infrastructure development in Nigeria, describing the company as a key partner in efforts to bridge the nation’s housing deficit and improve access to quality building materials. The Great Industrialist, Alh. Aliko Dangote.   The industry leaders, policymakers, and housing experts specifically commended the President of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, for his commitment to Africa’s industrialization and economic transformation, noting that his investments continue to drive sustainable growth across the c...

  By Afolabi Oyekunle. A prominent Christian Leader, Dr. (Prophet) Emmanuel Adedeji has called on Christians to hold on to God and not depart from Him, for His convenant to continue to work in their lives. Prophet Adedeji, General Overseer, The Holy Order of Cherubim @ Seraphim, (Dew of Blessings) said this in His sermon during the 15th Anniversary of one of the branches, Ifo branch, located at Olorunsogo Street, Abule-Oke, Iyana -Cele. Dr. (Prophet) Emmanuel Adedeji, General Overseer C@S Dew of Blessings. The Man of God said departing from God's convenant is dangerous because He can refuse to answer when they call on Him, and leave them to Satan to control their lives . For those who may have depart, Prophet Emmanuel Adedeji called on them to return, calling on other Christians who have not given their lives to Christ to do so without delay. He praised the leaders and members of the Ifo branch for their steadfastness and work of God, noting that this has brought progre...

B y Afolabi Oyekunle. Dangote Granite Mines, a subsidiary of Dangote Industries Limited (DIL), at the weekend further stamped its commitment to educational advancement and sustainable community development with the presentation of annual bursary awards to 60 students from various institutions drawn from its host communities in Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State.   The beneficiaries, comprising 40 tertiary institution students and 20 secondary school students, were selected from the four host communities of Ayebandele, Olorunmodu, Saliu Babarisi and Idi Omo under the company’s annual education support programme.   The bursary presentation ceremony brought together traditional rulers, community leaders, parents, students and management representatives of Dangote Granite Mines, reflecting the strong partnership that has existed between the company and its host communities for more than a decade.   Speaking at the event, the General Manager, Community Relations, Dangote Granite Mines, Mr...