President Bola Tinubu extended heartfelt congratulations to Otunba Adekunle Ojora on his 92nd birthday and to Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, on her 70th birthday. Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, issued a statement on Thursday, emphasising President Tinubu’s celebration of both distinguished individuals. In Read More…
Celebrations
Hello, Lagosians! Dive into Easter festivities with the city’s dazzling boat regatta
Hold onto your hats, Lagosians, because Easter is about to get a whole lot more exciting! The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture is inviting residents to embark on an unforgettable aquatic adventure—the Lagos Boat Regatta. This Easter celebration promises a vibrant blend of cultural immersion, thrilling competition, and a chance to rediscover Read More…
Ezeuko bags chieftaincy title as Igwe Aguluezechukwu marks 47th coronation anniversary
By Chinwendu Uzoatu It was a historic event as His Royal Highness, F. E. Ebelendu, Igwe Nnanyelugo 1 of Aguluezechukwu, in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State, celebrated his 47th anniversary on the throne and conferred chieftaincy titles. Among those conferred with chieftaincy titles are seven selected sons of the soil and some prominent Read More…
Renowned Igwe Raphael N. Offor’s Second Ofala
By Uzor Maxim Uzoatu Igwe (Sir) Raphael N. Offor, KSM, JP, AMB. P breaks bold ground as he celebrates Ofala on December 31, 2023. He was crowned Ide II of Omogho in November 2005, having been the regent from 1993 to 2005. He succeeded the first traditional ruler of Omogho, H.R.H Igwe J. M. Anyanechi, Read More…
Lagos celebrates Oba Rilwan Akiolu’s 80th birthday: Leaders extend warm wishes
Lagos State was filled with warmth and celebration as leaders extended their heartfelt wishes to Oba Rilwan Akiolu on the occasion of his 80th birthday. President Bola Tinubu expressed his admiration and respect for Oba Akiolu, describing the revered monarch as a “fountain of wisdom and knowledge” and “a dear friend” whom he holds in Read More…
President Tinubu Extends Warm Birthday Wishes to Gen. Yakubu Gowon at 89
President Bola Tinubu, representing the Nigerian government and its people, extends warm birthday wishes to retired Gen. Yakubu Gowon on the occasion of his 89th birthday. In a statement issued by Presidential Spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu applauds the elder statesman for his transformative leadership that has significantly impacted Nigeria’s history. He commends Gowon for Read More…
Garlands for Deacon OK Belo at 80
It was a day of double celebration on Thursday for Deacon Dr. Olatunji Kolade Belo (popularly called Deacon OK Belo), who celebrated his 80th birthday and the end of tenure as Chairman, Governing Council, Nigerian Baptist Theological Seminary (NBTS), Ogbomosho. To mark the celebrations, a joint 80th birthday thanksgiving and appreciation service by NBTS was Read More…