Author: Soffiyyah Olamide

A deepening crisis is threatening the peace and stability of Ogbomoso, as the actions of Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Pastor Ghandi Olaoye Orumogege III, spark tensions within the Muslim community. The controversy, fueled by a disputed imamship, has seen the monarch attempt to remove the widely respected Grand Chief Imam, Dr. Teliat Yunus Ayilara II, despite two court injunctions restraining such action. The Palace’s continued intimidation and violence have escalated the situation, with reports of plans to: – Hijack the Central Mosque using military force. – Forcefully remove the Grand Chief Imam. – Use the old Eid ground as a…

The Misilli Community Development Foundation, founded by Ismaila Uba Misilli, spokesman to Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, has continued its mission of enrolling orphans and children from less privileged backgrounds back into school in Gombe. The initiative, which is in line with the Gombe State government’s efforts to reduce the number of out-of-school children, saw the enrollment of its second batch of pupils. During a ceremony held in Dawaki Ward, Gombe, the foundation enrolled an additional 50 children, bringing the total number of pupils enrolled under the programme to 100 in just two years. The foundation, which has…

Michael Abimboye, a Nigerian political communication consultant and journalist, has supported Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke’s palliative measures through the distribution of food items to residents of Ode-Omu communities in Ayedaade Local Government Area of the State. Abimboye, who distributed the food items on Friday, 6 September, 2024 said the Osun government has in the last few months, shown a high sense of responsibility through its commitment to alleviating the suffering of the masses. In June, Adeleke-led government distributed rice palliative under the State Government Food Security Program in a bid to alleviate food scarcity and ensure food security.…

Olori Folashade Ashley, one of the wives of the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi has added a bouncing baby boy to the royal family. The reverred Monarch announced the good news on his social media handle. “To God be the glory great things He has done. Hearty congratulations to the entire House of Oduduwa and Olori Folashade, who today birthed a Prince from the mother side of Ooni Adagba Royal Compound of Lafogido Ruling House and father side of Ooni Agbedegbede Royal Compound of Giesi Ruling house combined to the Royal throne of Oduduwa. “Mother and…

Dada Yar’Adua, mother of Nigeria’s former President, Umaru Musa Yar’adua, has passed away at the age of 102. She died Monday evening, 2 September, 2024, at the Federal Teaching Hospital in Katsina after a brief illness. Dada Yar’adua was also the mother of the late Shehu Musa Yar’adua, a former Vice President of Nigeria, and Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’adua, who currently chairs the Senate Committee on Army. Her passing marks the end of an era for the Yar’adua family, a household that has been deeply influential in Nigeria’s political landscape. Umaru Musa Yar’adua, who served as the president of Nigeria…

The Southern Nigeria Traditional Rulers Council has decried the spate of killings, kidnappings and banditry going on across Nigeria in recent times, describing the violent incidents as a source of grave concern that demand urgent attention by the government and security agencies. In a statement issued by the Publicity Secretary, His Eminence, Dr. Eberechukwu Oji, Eze Aro of Arochukwu Kingdom, the Council also condemned the recent shocking murder of His Royal Highness, Alhaji Isah Mohammed Bawa, the Emir of Gobir in Gwata town of Sokoto State, by some kidnappers. Expressing their sadness, the southern monarchs commiserated with the Government of…

By: Dr. James Bwala To Kashim Shettima, my esteemed vice president, I would like to wish you a very happy 58th birthday on this memorable day. Many people have found inspiration in your leadership and commitment to serve our nation, and I am honored to have the chance to offer my sincere congratulations on reaching this significant accomplishment. As a default-level student of the Kashmir political class, I am impressed by your poise and ethics in navigating the complexity of politics. The policies you have supported and the initiatives you have started demonstrate your dedication to raising the standard of…

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has congratulated the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, on the occasion of his 58th birthday celebration, describing him as a reliable patriot. The Vice President was born on September 2, 1966. Governor Abiodun, in a statement signed by his Adviser on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade also extolled the former Governor of Borno State as an intellectual par excellence, who has tremendously brought his rich academic skills to bear in governance and civil administration. He averred that Shettima’s antecedents of statesmanship and resourcefulness, coupled with his penchant for paradigm change through…

The Ogun State Head of Service (HoS), Mr. Kehinde Onasanya said the Prince Dapo Abiodun-led administration is dedicated to advancing the state’s infrastructure, even as he called for collaboration with professional organizations to realize its ambitious development agenda. Onasanya stated this during a meeting with the executive members of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Abeokuta branch, led by its Chairman, Engr. Olumayowa Idowu, during a courtesy visit to his office at Oke Mosan, Abeokuta. Mr. Onasanya noted that under the leadership of Governor Abiodun, the state is experiencing remarkable development, transforming it into a significant hub of construction activity…

In the last three weeks, an intensely corrupt, irredeemably illiterate, morally crippled political scavenger, who goes by the assumed name Abisoye Osodi, has been launching acerbic attacks on the person, office, image, and personality of the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, on social media. Accusing the Governor of every crime under the sun, this character habitually throws up stupendous figures and makes bizarre claims, toying with the emotions of Nigerians and criminalizing the existence of the Ogun State Government with the intent to cause disharmony, create tension, chaos, and derail the climate of peace and tranquility that has…

The National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF) reaffirmed its dedication to promoting unity and social change in Nigeria through GOOD CAUSES. The organization’s latest partnership with 2et Media Network Ltd to premiere the movie “When Wolves Cry” is a testament to this commitment. The movie, which tackles the pressing issue of fake news, aligns with NLTF’s mission to address social challenges through art and culture. By supporting this project, the NLTF aims to promote media literacy, critical thinking, and fact-based storytelling. NLTF Executive Secretary, Tosin Adeyanju commended the movie and its producers during the premiere at the United Nations’ House in…

The Toronto Police Service have arrested Amaka Sonnberger, the 46-year-old Nigerian woman who in a viral audio tape threatened to poison and kill Yoruba and Edo indigenes residing in Canada. In a statement released today, Monday, 2 September, 2024, the Toronto police said it arrested Amaka on Sunday, 1 September, 2024 after receiving reports that she posted online content on Sunday, 25 August, 2024 threatening death to specific members of the Nigerian community. The police statement added that she has been charged with Uttering Threats She is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, 2201 Finch Avenue West…

A viral video claiming to show bandits massacring over 150 kidnapped victims in Sokoto State has been debunked as false. The video, which circulated on WhatsApp, purportedly showed gunmen killing abducted victims in deep trenches. The video, capturing gunfire and scenes of chaos with dead bodies in trenches, claimed that bandits executed the victims after the government refused to pay a ransom of 200 billion Naira and provide 250 motorbikes. However, a fact-checking investigation by PRNigeria revealed that the footage actually originated from Burkina Faso, where a jihadist group linked to Al Qaeda killed over 400 civilians. The fact-check platform…

The Federal Government should create a “special ministry” or agency to care for the needs of widows in Nigeria, a retired Judge of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Grace Eisape, advised on Saturday, 31 August, 2024. She also told state governments to pay stipends to widows, while efforts should be made to give women access to lawyers that can advocate for them against unreasonable cultural practices. One of the practices include forcing women to drink the water used to clean the corpses of their husbands to prove their innocence in their deaths. Eisape, Visioner of Feeding All Nations Through…

Celebrated artist and activist Angélique Kidjo has released her latest single and music video, “JOY,” featuring Afrobeats sensation Davido. The collaboration between the multi-Grammy Award winner and 2023 Polar Music Prize recipient and Davido, who recently made history by selling out Madison Square Garden, marks their second musical partnership this year. “JOY” is a powerful anthem that radiates positivity and underscores the importance of resilience, with lyrics delivered in both Yoruba and English. The track is the latest chapter in Kidjo’s illustrious career, which has spanned more than four decades. “Working with Davido is always a delight. His energy and…

She died after a brief illness. Her family announced her passing in a post shared on social media on Thursday, 29 August, 2024. Her photos were shared with the caption ‘’A daughter and sister. Make her soul rest in peace, Amen’’ Late Francisca was the first runner-up on the inaugural Big Brother Nigeria reality television show in 2006. Remembered for her fierce dance steps, the late Francisca was in the house with the likes of Katung Aduwak who won the show, Ebuka Obi Uchendu, Gideon Okeke, Maureen Osuji, Ify Ejikeme, late Joseph Ada and others. After the show, the late…

Contrary to reports that terrorists loyal to notorious bandit kingpin Bello Turji captured a military Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) in Zamfara State, fresh facts have emerged revealing a more nuanced situation. Credible local security sources in the North-Western state have informed PRNigeria that the terrorists did not forcefully seize the military vehicle. Instead, the sources explained that the APC became stuck in a marshy area while troops responded to a distress call after a failed high-level reconciliatory meeting between bandits and locals in Zurmi. The troops were forced to abandon the vehicle temporarily and return to their base for reinforcement and a…

In an effort to tackle the escalating number of out-of-school children, the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), in partnership with the state Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation has just concluded the second phase of the skill acquisition training for parents and guardians of out of school children enrolled into public primary schools in the State. The programme aims to empower families, enhance their livelihoods, and promote consistent school attendance. In the second phase of the three weeks skill acquisition programme under Project Zero, 200 parents and guardians were successfully trained. At the graduation ceremony held on…

A gospel counselor, Mrs Patience Berepele, has emerged winner of the first edition of ‘Hansik'(Korean food) competition held in Abuja, carting home the N1 million cash prize. The contest titled “Hansik (Korean food) based on Korean Traditional Jang (Fermented Sauces) Culture, featured Korean foods such as Tteokbokki’, Ranyeon, Yukgaejang, Galbitane, Yakgwa, and Rice cracker and had it grand finale in Abuja at the weekend It was organised by the Korea cultural Centre in Nigeria (KCCN) and had nine finalists with Berepele, emerging as winner. Victor Mac-Adonai came second, winning N700,000 cash and Yahya Bindir who came third, took home a…

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have intercepted a total of 31, 124, 600 pills of tramadol 225mg and bottles of codeine-based syrup worth about N18 billion at both Port Harcourt and Apapa seaports. According to a statement on Sunday, 1 September, 2024, by the spokesman of the agency, Femi Babafemi the seizures at both Port Complex, Onne, Rivers state and Tincan seaports in Apapa, Lagos, were made following intelligence processed by the agency on the movement of the shipments from their port of origin in India, leading to a demand for a 100 percent joint examination…