Author: Lilian Azuh

His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri, officially opened the Renewed Hope Mother and Childcare Hospital at Ugbuwangwe yesterday, August 19, a landmark event that served as a cornerstone of his fourth coronation anniversary celebrations and a powerful symbol of his reign’s focus on holistic development and compassion for the vulnerable. The state-of-the-art, 80-bed facility, built by the Presidency through the Office of the Senior Special Assistant on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulure, with the staunch support of the Warri monarch, is hailed as a timely and critical addition to the…

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The hallowed palace grounds of Warri echoed with the cheers of a bygone era yesterday as legends of Nigeria’s iconic Atlanta ‘96 Olympic gold medal-winning football team laced up their boots for a thrilling novelty match, headlining the second day of celebrations for His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III’s fourth coronation anniversary. In a spectacular display that bridged generations, the Super Eagles veterans shared the pitch with the kingdom’s own highly esteemed and youthful chiefs, alongside other vibrant sons of Warri. The electric atmosphere crackled with every dribble, pass, and goal, as thousands of dignitaries, traditional leaders, and ecstatic supporters united…

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The dust has settled on Saturday’s by-elections in Anambra State, and the results speak volumes about the political maturity of Ndi Anambra and the growing confidence in democratic institutions under Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo’s leadership, along with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s progressive disposition. The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) did not just win; the ruling party delivered a resounding statement about effective governance and electoral integrity. The Governor’s Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Christian Aburime, states that Chief Emmanuel Nwachukwu’s commanding victory in the Anambra South Senatorial District, securing 90,408 votes against the APC’s 19,812, represents more than a numerical triumph.…

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Every year on August 19, the world pauses to recognise the extraordinary courage and compassion of people who dedicate themselves to humanitarian service. World Humanitarian Day is more than a symbolic moment on the calendar, it is a global reminder that the strength of our societies is measured not by wealth or technology alone, but by how we care for the most vulnerable among us. For Access Holdings, this truth sits at the core of our purpose. We believe that the role of a modern business is not limited to delivering value to shareholders; it extends to uplifting the communities…

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L-R: Brenda Fashugba, Convener of Women in the Arts, and Ego Boyo at the last Women in the Arts luncheon Women in the Arts (WIA) proudly announces the launch of F.R.A.M.E. (Female Representation & Advancement in Media), a groundbreaking incubator and accelerator program dedicated to amplifying female voices and advancing representation in the arts and media— with a special focus on Nollywood. The initiative will debut at the Nigerian Film & TV Summit (NIFS) 2025 on Tuesday, 26 August 2025, at the Legend Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos. F.R.A.M.E. is designed to equip emerging female filmmakers and storytellers with the mentorship, training,…

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The Warri Kingdom in Nigeria has commenced a seven-day celebration marking the fourth coronation anniversary of His Majesty Ògíamè Atuwatse III, the Olu of Warri. The festivities opened with a thanksgiving service at the Palace Church in Aghofen, where members of the Iwere Nation gathered for prayers and songs of praise, celebrating what they describe as four years of prosperous leadership under the monarch’s reign. The opening ceremony served as both a worship service and a collective prayer session, with attendees seeking continued wisdom, peace, and prosperity for the Warri Kingdom. The event highlighted the unity and strength that characterizes…

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The Chairman/CEO of Adron Group, Sir Aare Adetola EmmanuelKing KOF, has congratulated Hon. Adesola Ayoola-Elegbeji on her resounding victory in the just concluded by-election for the Remo Federal Constituency seat in the House of Representatives. In a goodwill message issued by him, he described the victory as “a historic moment for the Remo people, coming at a time when the constituency yearns for a leader with vision, courage, and genuine commitment to service.” He noted that the outcome of the election was an attestation to the trust and confidence reposed in Hon. Ayoola-Elegbeji by the people, adding that her sterling…

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