The notion that governance should deliver the greatest happiness to the greatest number of people is a fundamental principle of utilitarianism. In this context, I must commend the current Governor of Edo State, Senator Okpebholo, for his interventions that have positively impacted the lives of many. One notable example is the Ambrose Alli University, where staff who had been removed from the payroll have now received their salaries, bringing relief to them and their families. Additionally, medical students of the university who were previously unable to be inducted can now proceed with their housemanships, thanks to the governor’s intervention. The…
Author: Lilian Azuh
As African Church Grammar School Abeokuta is set to celebrate its 70th Anniversary, former governor of Ogun state, Senator Ibikunle Amosun FCA CON, is among prominent individuals set to be honoured during the week-long activities of the establishment of the school. Founded in 1955 by the African Church Mission, the school, which is “famous for high standard”, has produced prominent individuals who have excelled in their various field of endeavours. It is in recognition of this that National Executive Council of the Old Students Association of the school has come up with a series of engaging events, including Career Talk,…
The executive governors of Osun and Anambra states, Ademola Adeleke and Professor Charles Soludo alongside other dignitaries including Senator Abiodun Olujimi, traditional rulers have honoured the Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele at the grand finale of his annual thanksgiving programme in Lagos. The event which took place on Friday, 14th of February to mark the end of Primate Ayodele’s ’21 days of thanksgiving’ which began in January recorded an influx of accolades for the prophet whose major aim for the programme was philanthropy. All through the ’21 days of thanksgiving’, Primate Ayodele engaged in different philanthropic…
Jamara Home, a prominent wholesale and retail hub for electronics and home appliances in Nigeria, celebrates this year’s Valentine’s Day with its loyal consumers, who, in the spirit of love, use its products to enhance their relationships with their families, friends, and loved ones. A subsidiary of JMG Limited, a leading provider of electro-mechanical solutions in the country, Jamara Home in this period of Valentine has availed consumers the opportunity of utilising its array of quality products in its store for a memorable love affair. The company urges consumers to tell how a product from jamarahome.com has brought joy, excitement, or a special…
Elumelu The Tony Elumelu Foundation has signed a $6m partnership agreement with the United Arab Emirates Office of Development Affairs and Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation (an affiliate of Erth Zayed) to provide business training, mentorship, access to networks, and non-refundable $5,000 seed capital to an additional 1,000 young African entrepreneurs. According to a statement signed by the Head, Marketing & Corporate Communications, TEF, Moyo Awotile, on Wednesday, the agreement evidenced the partners’ shared commitment to fostering economic empowerment and entrepreneurship across Africa. The agreement was signed at the World Governments Summit by TEF Founder, Tony Elumelu, and the…
Police logo The Deputy Superintendent of Police at the Ogudu Police Station in Lagos State, Owolabi Akinlolu, who was accused of raping a 17-year-old girl in his office at the Ogudu Police Division, was allegedly retired from service in secrecy before his case was brought to court on Tuesday. This falls short of the expectations of rights activists, the traumatised survivor, and her family, who had anticipated that the suspect would be dismissed from service and prosecuted upon the completion of the investigation. PUNCH Metro reported in July 2024 that the survivor’s mother, Mrs Aramide Olupona, accused the police of…
Tuface and Natasha A viral video on Thursday captured the moment music icon, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, proposed to Edo State lawmaker, Natasha Osawaru. In the video, the singer and the lawmaker were seen dancing together to the admiration of some of their friends. 2Baba later proceeded to present Osawaru with a ring after which they were locked in a long embrace. This comes just a day after 2Baba publicly confirmed his romantic relationship with Osawaru, setting social media abuzz. The revelation follows his recent separation from his wife, Annie Idibia, with the singer expressing his intention to…
The former president of Liberia, George Weah, alongside several eminent personalities including the former deputy governor of Edo state, Phillip Shaibu, the Nigeria Football Federation president, Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, the Oniworo of Iworo Kingdom, Oba Oladele Kosoko, Onisabe of Igbobi-sade, Oba Owolabi Adeniyi, UN Representatives, to mention but a few have commissioned the ultra-modern church auditorium of Primate Elijah Ayodele. The commissioning which took place on Thursday, 13th of February 2025 witnessed an outpour of very important personalities across the globe for the celebration of God’s goodness in the life of Primate Ayodele. The new church auditorium, with a capacity…
Rosemary Egabor-Afolayan Director, Commercial & Communications In a bold move to fortify our leadership position in the broadcast media industry and elevate our global influence, News Central TV is excited to announce the creation of five new directorates and the appointment of five seasoned directors. This strategic initiative, driven by our Managing Director and Editor-in-Chief, Mr. Kayode Akintemi, marks a pivotal moment in our growth as we continue to enhance our capabilities and pursue excellence in all facets of our operations. Louis Eke Director, News and Current Affairs These newly established directorates will be guided by a team of distinguished…
Things to Know About Natasha Osawaru Natasha Irobosa Osawaru, often called “Honourable Natasha,” is a politician and a member of the Edo State House of Assembly representing the Egor Constituency under the Peoples Democratic Party. 2. She was elected in April 2023 and is from the Egor Local Government Area of Edo State. 3. She was born on November 14, 1994, in Edo State. 4. Natasha is the daughter of Desmond Osawaru and Philomina Osawaru and the granddaughter of Chief Gabriel Osawaru Igbenedion, a renowned businessman and philanthropist. 5. According to her LinkedIn page, she holds a law degree from…