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Prophecies from Dr. D. K Olukoya  1. It is a year for true sons of God to have a voice  2. It is a year of new and better things for the children of God. So, make sure you serve God wholeheartedly in year 2022.  3. It is a year of falling away of the old and the emergence of the new.  4. The Lord said new, accurate, prophetic voices will emerge, not like what we have now.  5. The Lord says that for many, all the doors that were shut against them shall be forced opened.  6. The year shall be a year of new beginning for many.  7. We need to pray really seriously on strange and great movement in the waters, in the rain, in the river and in the sea.  8. It is a year of positive dislocation; some will be disiocated, they will think it is for evil but it shall be for good.  9. It is a year that you have to be serious with God; sort yourself out and put your life right. Don't play games with God in year 2022.  10. We need to pray really hard to...

A new deadline for the ongoing national identification number (NIN) and subscriber identity module (SIM) integration exercise has been announced by the federal government. Announcing the three months extension, Dr Isa Pantami, minister of communications and digital economy, in a statement on Friday, said the new deadline is March 31, 2022. The statement was jointly signed by Ikechukwu Adinde, director of public affairs at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), and Kayode Adegoke, head of corporate communications at the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC). The minister said the extension was granted based on requests by stakeholders, including citizens, legal residents and Nigerians in the diaspora. Pantami also disclosed that 71 million Nigerians had obtained their NIN, with an average of three to four SIMs per NIN. “As of 30th December 2021, the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has issued over seventy-one million (71m) NINs with over fourteen-thousand (...

  By Fidelis David Youth and students from Akoko Northeast/West Federal Constituency have commended the Lawmaker representing Akoko North East/North West Federal Constituency, Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo for his laudable strides through proper representation and legislation. The youth made this known on Thursday during their end of the year carnival, and solidarity walk organized in honour of Hon. Tunji Ojo, held in Ikare-Akoko, headquarters of Akoko Northeast Local Government Area of the state. While speaking, the APC Youth Leader in Akoko Northeast Local Government, Hon Opeyemi Adedeji, said the essence of the gathering is to appreciate God for a successful year and appreciate (BTO) for his impact in Akoko North Federal Constituency. He said: “We are also using the opportunity to brace up for Dr Bunmi Tunji Ojo Ahead of 2023”. Adedeji noted that the lawmaker has performed beyond their expectations and they felt the only way to repay him is to reelect him as their representative again...

  The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps, Shuaibu Ibrahim has been decorated with the new rank of Major General.  The decoration was performed at a reception organised by the Director General by his family and friends in Abuja on Thursday by the Minister of Defence. Major General Bashir Magashi (Rtd) who was joined by DG's wife, Mrs Martina Ibrahim.  The tenure of Major General Shuaibu Ibrahim as Director-General of the 48th year old Scheme has witnessed national recognition and tremendous achievements such as robust welfare package for Corps Members, increased capacity building for Staff, expansion of the Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development Programme, strenghtened synergy with stakeholders for improved productivity, utilization of Corps potentials for optimal benefits, resuscitation of NYSC Farms, establishment of NYSC Museum, establishment of NYSC National Troupe, unveiling of nine books on the Scheme, among others.  In his reaction...

Hon. Festus Akingbaso, has declared interest in contesting the Idanre/Ifedore Federal Constituency Seat. The lawmaker made his intention known on Thursday during his visit to some leaders of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, this is just as he was endorsed by the Party members most especially youths, women in Ibule community in Akure, the Ondo State capital.  Akingbaso, a member of the Ondo State House of Assembly, representing Idanre Constituency, in an interview with newsmen, shortly after meeting with leaders of PDP in Ifedore Local Government, said he was spurred by the desire to serve humanity. The Idanre-born politician who expressed his readiness to serve and to deliver more dividends of democracy to the people, urged the leaders to support his ambition.  Pledging their downright support, the party chieftain led by a former Accountant General, Dr. Lawrence Olayiwola, assured Akingbaso of massive support.  Meanwhile, he was received in audienece whe...

The Founder of Love of Christ Generation Church, C&S (Worldwide), Rev. Mother Esther Abimbola Ajayi has revealed God’s plan for Nigeria in the year 2022. The Cleric gave the revelation when she received the Executive members of Lagos Council of the Nigeria Union of Journàlists (NUJ) ably led by the Chairman, Mr Adeleye Ajayi in her church on Wednesday in Lagos. According to her, year 2022 is a year of new glory for Nigeria as God will arise for his people. “God will touch the hearts of our leaders to do the needful for the citizenry in the new year. “I have so much belief that Nigeria will be great because there’s no country in the world without poor people,” the cleric said. Rev. Ajayi urged Nigerians to be steadfast and prayerful at all times, as it was needless pointing accusing fingers at people in power “because Nigeria is a country that cannot be easily ruled due to diverse ethnic groups”. The “Thank You Visit” was embarked upon by executive members of Lagos NUJ to appreciate...

By Olu Kay, Akure A trailer conveying soft drinks has caused a heavy traffic jam at the popular Leo junction in Akure, Ondo State capital   The trailer blocked the two sides of the dualised road while the gridlock lasted A source while speaking with Newsline NG said, the trailer which was coming from Oyemekun road, trying to cross to the other side of Road, that leads to champion area suddenly fell down.  Policemen were however drafted to the scene to divert Traffic while a towing truck from the ministry of transportation awaiting the evacuation of the goods in the faulty trailer before towing it. However, no life was lost to the accident. Witnesses at the scene expressed joy that calamity did not befall residents of Akure in less than 48hrs to the new year.     Heavy traffic jam, along leo junction 

The Convener of Ibi Giga Ambassadors, Chief Dr Alex Ajipe  has joined other well wishers across the world to rejoice with the State Secretary of APC in Ondo State, Mr Alaye Adesina  on the occasion of his lovely birthday. Ajipe, while speaking through his media aide, described Adesina as a grassroots politician and pragmatic leader who is committed to the progress and development of the State.  He also lauded the sense of service, commitment, loyalty and maturity with which the APC Secretary and other party executives has been directing the affairs of the party in Ondo state. The Emure-Owo born politician further eulogised Adesina for displaying courage at every moment of challenge, adding that his charisma remains a phenomenon to study by coming generations of politicians. “Mr Adesina is an exceptional party man and I commend the sense of service, commitment, unalloyed loyalty and maturity with which he and other executives has been directing the affairs of our party. I ...

A fresh appeal has gone to the Ondo State Government to pay the arrears of gratuity due to retired staffers of Owena Press Limited, publishers of The Hope newspapers, a newspaper publishing organization wholly owned by the state government. The appeal was made on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, by the Chairman of Forum of Retired Staff of Owena Press, Mr. Banji Ayoola, who said that the non-payment of the gratuity for years has worsened the health challenges of members of the Forum and turned many of them into beggars in their twilight years. According to Ayoola, who retired as Editor of the newspaper, the forum wrote a passionate letter of appeal to the Governor on the matter, but that nothing positive has come out of it despite the Governor’s acknowledgement of the letter. In his words, “It is sad and saddening that there is nothing merry in the ongoing festive season for our members, many of who are wallowing in penury and battling age-related illnesses. It is sad that many of those w...

By Elebam, Ekiti The Federal University Oye-Ekiti, FUOYE  Staff Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society Limited (FCMS) has inaugurated newly elected officials to oversee leadership posts of the cooperative society.  This was done following the expiration of the tenure of their predecessors under the amiable leadership of Engr. Owoeye Adebayo Speaking during the inauguration ceremony, the Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Mr.Iko who is ably represented by Mr. Falade expressed gratitude to the congress for finding them worthy to serve in that capacity.  He stressed that marvelous support is given to them by congress to a large extent culminated in the successful conduct of a free, fair, and credible election.  He however admonished the elected executives to harness the good potential with a further investment that will make the society grow. In his address, the outgoing president Engr Owoeye Adebayo gave thanks to God for seeing him throughout the years of service to huma...

By Kayode Afolabi Christ Apostolic Church, Victory Gospel Outreach (Moriaanugba Prayer Ministry) is set to hold a 5 days powerful prayer crusade in Akure, the Ondo state capital .  The crusade, tagged Asiko mi tito (it is my time) will be held at GAGA Primary school, Akure, Ondo State, from January 17 to 21 2022. God's general and Gospel artiste to minister at the crusade includes, Pastor Daramola, Pastor Sam Owoeye, Prophet Oluwaseyi Aghedo (Host), Minstrel Atele, Minstrel Omo'ba Onileola, Ministrel Tope Ige, Ministrel Ayo David, Ministrel Atinuke Olubodun. 

T he Convener of Ibi Giga Ambassadors, Chief Dr Alex Ajipe, has expressed his condolence to the people of Epinmi Akoko in Akoko South East local government of Ondo state over the death of their monarch, Gbiri Of Epinmi Akoko, Oba George Olusegun Oyekan In a statement signed by his Media Aide, Solomon Adewoye, on Tuesday, Ajipe described Oba Oyekan as a royal father with dignity; saying he was a fearless defender of the interest of his subjects and the people in general. Ajipe said the late Oba Oyekan’s contribution to the peace and development of Epinmi Akoko and the state could not be quantified. “Kabiyesi supported government’s developmental efforts through useful advice on government programmes throughout his reign “He was frank in his submissions at various fora and highly committed to the welfare of the people in his domain,” “As a royal father, he was committed to the development of his people as he deployed his influence to foster peace and attract development to his community a...

By Ogungbure Funmilayo T he Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu (SAN) has approved fund for the payment of the 2022 WASSCE registration fees for SS3 students in all Public Secondary Schools in the State. The Ministry of Education, Science & Technology received Mr. Governor’s approval of a sum of N515, 000,000 ( Five Hundred and Fifteen Million Naira) to cover the registration fees for all eligible Candidates and WAEC Charges for all Public Secondary Schools across the State.   Commissioner for Education, Science & Technology, Olufemi Agagu FNIVS described the gesture as historic and thanked the Governor for his magnanimity. Olufemi Agagu FNIVS said the gesture was borne out of Mr. Governor’s desire to uplift the standard of education in the state, as well as his resolve to assist indigent students in achieving their educational pursuit. The Commissioner noted that the gesture would go a long way in ameliorating the burden of parents, and urged all stak...

By Ado Adeboye I kare-Akoko in Akoko North East Local Government Area of Ondo State went agog as the community some illustrious sons and daughters with Meritorious Service Awards to appreciate their immeasurable contributions to the development of humanity and the society. Speaking at the occasion held at his palace, the Owa-Ale of Ikare Akoko, Oba Adeleke Adegbite-Adedoyin II,  enjoined prominent sons and daughters of the town to cone together to contribute to the development of the Community. The monarch said the honoured prominent indigenes had distinguished themselves in public and private sectors. Oba Adedoyin who commended Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu over the execution of some projects  especially ongoing dualisation of Ikare township roads and recent appointments of two indigenes of the into the state cabinet, urged Ikare people to complement government's efforts at enhancing socio-economic development of the community. Owa-Ale explained that those honoured have been...

  " T here is need for philanthropists, wellmeaning Nigerians and Non-Governmental Organizations(NGO) to assist the less privileged to bridge the gap between the poor and the rich in the society.  The Zonal Director, Radio Nigeria, Ibadan National Station, Mrs Bolatito Joseph stated this at the commissioning and the handing over of anew house to a widow, Mrs Rachael Folarin at Red Block, Isale Agbon, Oluka Area, Moniya Ibadan donated by an NGO, Vision Feed the widows and the less privilege”.  Mrs Joseph commended the founder of the NGO, who is a staff of Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Amuludun FM, Moniya Ibadan, Mr. Imoyosola Adetoro for putting smile on the faces of widows in the society.  In a remark, the General Manager Radio Amuludun FM , Rev. Niyi Dahunsi expressed happiness with the support given by the Zonal Director to the initiator of the NGO.  Rev. Dahunsi advised the founder of the NGO not to relent in his efforts in actualizing his vision....

Press Statement C sFirst Lagos Edu Consult has announced a partnership with a non-profit organization, Micro:bit Educational Foundation to train 4800 students and teachers across Nigeria in a coding and digital skills programme tagged "Code Nigeria". Mr. Uche Nwaobi, Co-founder & Managing Director, CsFirst Lagos Edu Consult made this known via a statement released at the company's headquarter in Lagos on Monday. According to Nwaobi, 4800 students and teachers will be trained across  four regions (West, East, South and North) in Nigeria. Nwaobi stated that it is important students are equipped with programming and digital skills in preparation for the world they would live in as adults. He also explained that students will be using the Micro:bit platform and devices, adding that the Code Nigeria challenge will follow after each regional training. Micro:bit is known to be the tiniest robot in the world that students can create fun activities with while learning coding a...

By Kayode Afolabi, Akure A popular radio station in Ondo State, Crest 87.7 Fm, has empowered no fewer than 20 widows with the sum of N5000 each in the spirit of christmas celebration.  The station doled out the cash gift during its end of the year concert on Sunday, at St.Thomas Event Centre, Akure, the State capital.    Speaking at the event, the Founder of Crest FM, Mr Olumide Origunloye,  said the rationale behind the staged concert was just to appreciate God who never kept the organisation at arm's length.  “The end of the year party is not only to wine and dine together alone but to appreciate God for all he has done”, he briefly said.  In the same vein,  the Chief Operating Officer of the fast growing station, Mr. Adeolu Gboyega also noted that the reason behind the concert is to thank God for being with them throughout the year "There have been alot of challenges in year 2021 but in all of this, Crest FM have been actually standing very ta...

Press Release As part of our deliberate efforts to further provide quality broadcasting to our ever loyal listener, the National Broadcasting Commission(NBC) has approved the migration of your darling station, Crest 87.7fm to 106.1 frequency dial effective January 1st, 2022. This is to totally address the several identified technical issues surrounding auto tuning, clarity of sound in certain car stereo and transistor radio models. We are assured that our friends and fans will join us in this new journey of rebranding as we further take the lead as the fastest rising radio station in the sunshine state.  Furthermore, the year 2022 by the special grace of God will open several other vistas in our deliberate plan to ensure that broadcasting is totally redefined in Ondo State. One after the other, several other laudable ideas and projects on our stable will be unveiled in our quest to serve you better.  Jan 1st 2022 will mark a new dawn for the Crest fm brand on the 106.1 frequen...

By Our correspondent As Nigerians are in high spirit to enter the new year, government at all levels have been mandated to prevent repeat of incessant bloodshed, ritual killings, banditory, kidnap for ransom and poverty which characterized the outgoing year.  The Assistant General Overseer in charge of African mission of the Gospel Faith mission International, GOFAMINT, Pastor (Dr) Samuel Okomolehin stated this during his introduction as the senior pastor of Bashorun Assembly of the church. Pastor Okomolehin who attributed the increasing crime rate in country to high level of youth unemployment and greediness of our  political Elite class  said with the cooperation of the resident pastor and the assembly members, the church would experience turnaround in the coming years. He however advised government to think of how to better the lives of the people who voted them into power In his sermon entitled, ‘the seventy returned with joy", pastor (Dr) Sam Okomolehin urged the con...

It was a mysterious day as a suspected ritualist, Tunde Olayiwola who was arrested by the Ondo State Police Command for unlawful possession of fresh human head allegedly died in their custody Olayiwola, who was paraded alongside eight others suspects arrested for various criminal offences ranging from murder, kidnapping and cultism last week Thursday, died in the police clinic in Akure, the state capital. Olayiwola, who claimed to be an herbalist of 53 years experience, said he bought the fresh human head from one of his customers for N60, 000 in order to use it for money making ritual. He confessed that the head found   in his possession was to be used to ensure he had a better life, saying he did not have any regrets for using a human head for ritual purposes. He said if it was his son that was killed for money making ritual, he said that was his end and would do nothing about it. He refused to give the name of his accomplices saying he wanted to be rich just as his counterp...

By Isaac Afolabi   An Ophthalmologist, Dr Mrs Simisola Adaramola has commended a group (AKURE CITY ELITES CLUB A.C.E) for their selflessness humanitarian service by paying for a free eye surgery for patients with eyes challenges. Dr Mrs Adaramola while speaking with journalists at the Daystar eyes clinic Ijapo Akure said one of the best gift anyone or group can render is to provide assistance to the needy especially in the midst of a harsh economy. She noted that out of the ten patients that were all succefully operated on, some  came with partial blindness,cataracts among other challenges while some could not even see with both eyes nor afford the medical bills. Reacting,President of Akure City Elites Club Mr Olusayo Dairo said the group consist of twenty members whom were raised and educated in Akure and now thriving in their various business around and thought it wise to regroup and give back to the society that made them. Mr Dairo further noted that the group last yea...

By: Adeboye Ado  A non-governmental organisation, Oba Kolapo Adedoyin Foundation (OKAF), on Friday put smiles on the faces of hundreds of aged residents of Ikare-Akoko in Akoko North East Local Government Area of Ondo State, in the spirit of Christmas celebrations. This is coming barely 3 months after the foundation was launched and it donated inestimable number of writing materials to indigent students of the ancient town.  The beneficiaries of the recent empowerment who were chiefly aged men and widows were empowered with food items to include: rice, beans, garri and liquid soap. Speaking at the epoch making event filled with revellers, the Owa-Ale of Ikareland, Oba Adeleke Adefemi Adegbite-Adedoyin II, said the gesture was in continuation of the good deeds of his late father, Oba Samuel Kolapo Adegbite-Adedoyin, who had contributed immensely to humanity.  Late Oba. Kolapo joined his ancestors last year at the age of 85 after reigning for 48 years.  Oba Adeleke Ade...

The Director-General National Youth Service Corps, Brig Gen Shuaibu Ibrahim Assoc. Prof DSS Ph.D MTRCN FHSN, Management and Staff join millions of Christian faithfuls in commemorating the birth of Christ.  The Director-General prays that the celebration shall bring about lasting peace to our country, renewal of faith in Nigeria and strengthening of the commonalities, as well as bond of unity among Nigerians, which the National Youth Service Corps Scheme has championed in 48 years.  As we celebrate Christmas, the Director General admonishes Staff and Corps Members to celebrate the Season responsibly, guarding against risky behaviours that will put their lives in harm's way. In this wise, night travels in any guise should be avoided. Any journey that stretches beyond 6 pm should be broken.  With collective and conscientious efforts towards nation-building, Nigeria shall rise to take its pride of place in the comity of developed nations.  Merry Christmas.  Manageme...

By Kayode Afolabi The Joint border control of Ondo State security network codenamed Amotekun and its counterpart in osun state has rescued nine persons from the kidnappers den along Akure-Ilesa-Ibadan expressway. The victims who were kidnapped on Friday night (Yesterday) were rescued on Saturday along ipetumodu axis in osun state The nine rescued victim were Godwin, Stephen, Monday Omolora, Emmanuel, Kolawole, Busayo, Joseph Balogun, Arinze. The Commander of the Ondo State Security Network Agency also known as Amotekun, Chief Adetunji Adeleye while speaking with newsmen said they were able to rescue the victim base on the distress call they received on their emergency line. Rescued victims “At about 10:30 pm yesterday night, we received a distress call on our emergency line that a bus conveying occupants were kidnapped and immediately we swing into action and at about 1am this morning we are able to track the kidnappers to a particular den where the victim were rescued. The Amoteku...

PRESS RELEASE The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has granted approval to Federal Polytechnic, Ile-Oluji, Ondo State to commence six (06) Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes with effect from the 2021/2022 Academic Session. The approval which was contained in a letter forwarded to the Rector of the Institution with reference number TEB/PRO/FP.26/Vol.1/142 dated 23rd December,2021 was the outcome of the resource visitation carried out by the Board to the Institution from 15th to 18th November, 2021. The HND Programmes for which approval was given include: Computer Engineering Technology;  Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology (Electrical/Telecommunications Option) ; Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology (Power/Machines Option);  Computer Science ; Statistics and Accountancy. Admission of prospective students into the programmes will commence from the 2021/2022 Academic Session after which the approved programmes will be due for full accreditation...

PRESS RELEASE The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has granted approval to Federal Polytechnic, Ile-Oluji, Ondo State to commence six (06) Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes with effect from the 2021/2022 Academic Session. The approval which was contained in a letter forwarded to the Rector of the Institution with reference number TEB/PRO/FP.26/Vol.1/142 dated 23rd December,2021 was the outcome of the resource visitation carried out by the Board to the Institution from 15th to 18th November, 2021. The HND Programmes for which approval was given include: Computer Engineering Technology;  Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology (Electrical/Telecommunications Option) ; Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology (Power/Machines Option);  Computer Science ; Statistics and Accountancy. Admission of prospective students into the programmes will commence from the 2021/2022 Academic Session after which the approved programmes will be due for full accreditation...

By Ogungbure Funmilayo As Christians worldwide celebrate the birth of Christ, a chieftain of the All Progressive Congress (APC) in Ondo state and the Chief executive officer of Klick Konnect Network, Chief Dr. Alex Ajipe has congratulated the people of Ondo state and Nigerians on the joy of the season.  In his Christmas message made available to newsmen in Akure the state capital by his media Aide Solomon Adewoye, Ajipe urged Christians to reflect on the essence for which Christ came to save mankind.  Ajipe said Christmas was a reminder that we are our brother’s keepers, urging Christians to “allow ourselves to be infected by the spirit of joy this beautiful season as we mark the birth of Christ.”  He also identified the virtues epitomised by Jesus Christ as love, care, selflessness and compassion for people, especially the weak, the vulnerable and the underprivileged.   He said, “Christmas is a season that explains the depth of God’s love for mankind and exempl...

The Executive Chairman, Ekiti State University Alumni Association, Ondo State Chapter, Chief Kemini Doubra has joined leaders across the country to felicitate with all Nigerians, especially Christian brothers and sisters of the Association, on the joyous occasion of this year’s Christmas which commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ. Chief Doubra, in a goodwill message signed by the Association's Publicity Secretary, Mr. Omoniyi Akinrogunde 'Romeo', thanked God on behalf of his members and the continue existence of the Country. He however noted that the season should not only be a time to wine and dine, but a time to reflect on 'the short but impactful' life of Christ which was devoted to charity and selfless service to humanity. “I felicitate with all Nigerians, especially our Christian brothers and sisters, on the  occasion of this year’s Christmas. As we  commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ, there is the need for us to reflect and emulate the virtues of humility...