Anthem, Professor Babatunde Ogunnaike is dead. He was 65. Ogunnaike was born on March 26, 1956 and hailed from Ijebu Igbo, Ogun State. A notable Nigerian educationist and publisher, Gbenro Adegbola confirmed his death. According to Adegbola, Ogunnaike emerged as one of five, whose words and phrases were combined to form the anthem. The others were: John A. Ilechukwu, Eme Etim Akpan, Sota Omoigui, and P.O. Aderibigbe. Ogunnaike attended the University of Lagos for his bachelor’s degree, graduating with First Class Honours in chemical engineering in 1976. He furthered his studies and earned an M.Sc. degree in statistics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a PhD in chemical engineering also from the same university in 1981. Ogunnaike was a research engineer with the process control group of the Shell Development Corporation in Houston, Texas from 1981 to 1982. He worked as a researcher for DuPont and was also a consultant to several companies including Gore, PPG Industries, and

 Zulum gives N100m business grant to 152 youths who renounced thuggery  … To sponsor their 152 children in schools After organizing for them, one month of intensive practical training on entrepreneurship, Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum on Friday presented N100m to 152 reformed youths who were prominent members of a violent political thuggery group code named ‘ECOMOG’ in Maiduguri.  Zulum made the presentation at the Ramat Polytechnic in Maiduguri, venue of the one month training.  The 152 youths had renounced thuggery in response to Governor Zulum’s ban, announced at the end of 2019. Following that announcement, the Governor in August 2019, directed theenrollment of 2,762 youths into a ‘waste for cash’ sanitation programme in which the youths cleaned the drainages to earn monthly stipends.  Satisfied with the improving conducts of the youths, Governor Zulum directed selection of leaders and most prominent persons who were engaged in thuggery since the 90s, before

 Task Force Hits Bus,several injures While Chasing Suspected Yahoo Boys In Osogbo Operatives of Joint Task Force in osun State have allegedly hit an 18 seaters passenger bus conveying passengers and food in Osogbo, the capital of osun state.   The accident occurred around Ring Road and it was learnt that the JTF operatives tried to run away from the scene of the accident but for angry onlookers who prevented them from leaving. VAM News gathered that the JTF operatives were giving chase to suspected yahoo boys when the accident occured.   Information available to our correspondent at the scene indicates that victims have been conveyed in an O’Ambulance to an undisclosed hospital for treatment. Details later..... Khaleel Reporting for ceejay🌎TV

 BREAKING: 102 year old woman declares to run for President in 2023 [PHOTOS] A 102 year old woman has declared her intentions to vie for Nigeria’s top seat in 2023. Mrs. Nonye Josephine Ezeanyaeche has stated that she has good plans for Nigeria should she be voted in as President. Ezeanyaeche, who is also called ‘living legend’ or “Mama Africa’, hails from Aguata, Anambra state and is the founder of the ‘Voice for Senior Citizens of Nigeria’ group. During a recent visit to the Management team of the Nigerian Television Authority, NTA, she expressed readiness to contest for the position if the younger generation of the country are not ready. She joins the long list of individuals who have so far declared interest to run for the exalted position. Watch video Bellow  https://youtu.be/K5kjQjM-6aw

 BREAKING: WAEC releases 2021 GCE results   The West African Examinations Council, WAEC, on Monday released the West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WASSCE, results for Private Candidates 2021- Second Series. WAEC’s Head of National Office, Patrick Areghan, disclosed this during a press conference at the council’s office in Yaba, Lagos. Giving a breakdown of the results, Areghan said that of the 51,444 that wrote the examination, 25,008 representing 48.61 percent obtained credits and above in a minimum of five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics. WASSCE for Private Candidates, also known as General Certificate Examination, GCE, is written in November/December. It’s a private examination that doesn’t require uniforms, but biometric registration is compulsory. This examination is usually taken by secondary school leavers who want to correct deficiencies in their results.

 BREAKING: ASUU To Go On One-Month Warning Strike The National Executive Council, NEC, of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has voted to go on a one-month warning strike to press its demands on the government, following lengthy debates that lasted into the early hours of Monday. The strike, according to a source at the conference in Lagos, is to give the Federal Government time to accomplish what it has to do, failing which the union will proceed on an indefinite strike. “We just want to give the government a long rope hoping that it would see the need to avoid a total paralysis of academic activities in the nation’s universities. We are parents too and have our children in the system but we cannot watch and allow the total collapse of education in the country. “Our agitation is in the interest of all and if the system is made better, we will all enjoy it. Prominent personalities in the country have waded into the matter but the government seems recalcitrant. Our National

C. Ronaldo’s son signs for Man United Academy, to wear No 7 jersey like dad Cristiano Ronaldo’s son has officially signed for Manchester United. The 19-year-old was also given his father’s iconic number 7 shirt. He has been playing for United’s youth sides since his father return to the club last summer, having previously played for Juventus and Real Madrid She wrote, “Pursuing our dreams together. Mom loves you.” Former Manchester United striker, Wayne Rooney’s son, Kai, had earlier joined the club and has already scored four goals in an Under-12 game against Liverpool in October. Sons of a number of other United favourites have passed through the United academy over the years.

 KWASU MANAGEMENT BANS STUDENTS' VEHICLES ON CAMPUS The Vice Chancellor, Kwara State University, Prof. Muhammed Mustapha Akanbi SAN has directed that from Monday, 14th February, 2022, no student will be allowed to bring or drive any vehicle within our campus. This declaration was made when he inaugurated the Committee on Compliance and Enforcement on Tuesday 8th February, 2022. This has become necessary in view of the fact that Management observed that our roads have become a race course where students drive at nerve breaking speed thus constituting nuisance on our campus. In view of this, Management, therefore resolved to enshrine sanity and orderliness on our campus and most especially save the lives of our dear students from incessant ghastly motor accidents as well as discourage the use of vehicles as a tool of oppression among students. Students are advised to ensure compliance, as no student vehicle will be allowed on campus under any guise. Please note that there will be san

 Gunmen Kill Two Policemen, Abduct Two in Enugu.  Suspected Gunmen have killed two policemen, kidnapped two other at a Checkpoint in a checkpoint attack at the Cashew Bus Stop in Enugu. The body of one of the policemen in uniform was seen in a viral video on Thursday afternoon with residents claiming he was shot on the forehead. An eyewitness said that the gunmen, numbering about six, came in Mercedes Benz and Toyota Jeep with hoods  It was learnt that the continuous shooting caused pandemonium in the area as people ran for safety. It was gathered about seven policemen were at the checkpoint when the incident happened around 12: 30noon.  Meanwhile, it was observed that the checkpoint had b red. There was also free movement of vehicles as the remains of the cops were said to have been deposited a vigilante member, who identified himself simply as Ani, said it was incomprehensible how gunmen could easily gain access to that busy area, attacked policemen and still escaped unchallenged.  H

 Gov. Oyetola Boasts Of Victory As APC Screens Aspirants In Abuja   Governor Adegboyega Oyetola of Osun state on Thursday said he remained the aspirant to beat in the contest ahead of February 19 Governorship Primary.    He spoke shortly after he ap peared before the Screening Committee of the All Progressives Congress, at the party’s National Secretariat, Abuja, as part of steps leading to the conduct of the State governorship primary election. Oyetola, who was accompanied to the party Secretariat by party leaders, supporters and loyalists, including cabinet members, said his performance in the last three years, put him ahead of other aspirants.  “Recently, I began a strategic consultation with the party members to seek their support ahead of the primary election. And the reception has been very encouraging. So far, we have visited 18 councils.  “I don’t want to talk about individuals. But I believe that I remain the aspirant to beat,” Oyetola added.  The former Osun Secretary to Stat

 UI Pharmacy Student Graduates With 6.9 Out Of 7.0 CGPA A student of the University Of Ibadan, Cynthia Okafor has emerged as the Best Graduating Student in the Faculty of Pharmacy. Cynthia on Twitter shared pictures of herself in her convocation gown and also the awards she received from the school after graduating with a CGPA of 6.9 out of 7.0 from her faculty. She tweeted, "I just emerged as the Best Graduating Student of the Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Ibadan with a CGPA of 6.9 out of 7.0 & distinctions in 5 out of the 6 departments in the Faculty. Indeed I have seen God's power yield much more for me than my human efforts could ever have!" Credit: Twitter | cynthiaokafor_

 BREAKING: Panic as armed robbers attack bullion van in Ibadan Armed robbers have reportedly killed some persons at the Iwo Road area of Ibadan, just after attacking a bullion van. It was gathered that the Idi-Ape area of Iwo Road was deserted while the operation by the hoodlums lasted. A resident of the area, who identified himself as Waheed Adegoke, told our correspondent that the robbers attacked a bullion van and carted away money from it. “The armed robbers attacked a vehicle conveying money at Idi-Ape. It happened at that junction where traffic light was,” he said. “Some lives were lost but I don’t know the exact number. The situation is terrible!” Another person said the bullion van was successfully hijacked, but none of the accounts could be confirmed as of the time of filing this report, as the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Adewale Adefeso, could not be reached. The resident said motorists parked by the roadside and occupants fled to different places to avoid b

 EFCC says Internet fraudsters going spiritual, vows to sustain war on suspects EFCC says Internet fraudsters going spiritual, vows to sustain war on suspects The menace of Internet fraud has become so widespread such that the arrest and prosecution of the suspects have become a major preoccupation of the EFCC in the last few years. ByKunle Sanni  February 9, 2022 1 min read The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has vowed to sustain its war on Internet fraudsters many of whom it says are bringing spiritual dimensions into their acts of criminalities. Often referred to as Yahoo-boys in the Nigerian parlance, this group of young people defraud both Nigerians and foreigners through various online tricks. The menace has become so widespread such that the arrest and prosecution of the suspects have become a major preoccupation of the EFCC in the last few years. EFCC has arrested many of the suspects and paraded them with the charms caught with them over the years. Some of them

 AMSA FOUNDER BAGS AMBASSADOR OF PEACE YEAR AWARD  The proprietor of AMSA Islamic Nursery and Primary school and the presenter/lecturer of Today's wisdom Islamic outreach Mukadam Muhammad Abdul-Raheem istijabah, was Saturday given Ambassador of peace Award.   The event titled: Al-ILORY NIGHT gave awards to the convener following his numerous achievements the speaker Ibn Bahja stated in Ilorin.  "It is obvious that the Mukadam Muhammad is working towards making Islam great viable through his his lectures and characters,” ibn bahja said. While speaking, Ibn Bahja, who is a co-speaker among thirty five speakers said that the event was put together to appreciate the contributions of our noble father shaikh Adam Abdullah Al-ilorry whose he personality was various ways contributed to the development of islam. “Ambassador of peace’ award,awarded to you is to recognise you as one of the positive influence people in the society through unique services and solutions which you had p

 Singer, Portable buys his father a car (video) Fast-rising Nigerian singer, Habeeb Okikiola, better known as Portable, has just acquired for his father a brand new car. The Zazu Zeh star took to his official Instagram page moments to show off the new car he bought for his car, a Toyota Camry. In the video, Portable declares that he will never forget his family, who stood by him when he had nothing. Portable’s younger brother was also spotted in the video, which captured the moment the singer presented the car to his dad. Watch videos below, Portable rose to stardom in December 2021 when superstar singer, Olamide featured on one of his singles, Zazu Zeh, which later became a hit track. In other news, Portable has opened up about why he dropped out of school. The singer in a recent interview on Jahbless Original Intelligence Podcast, said he left school to focus on his music career because music is a money-making machine According to him, he was certain he would make it through music so

 Kwara 2023: M. B. Elelu Tours Alanamu Quarters ... Receives Encomiums From Community Stakeholders, Elders, Women, Youths A business mogul and humanitarian, Mr Mudashir Bolakale Elelu today paid a courtesy visit to his home country in Alanamu Quarters of Ilorin West Local Government, Kwara State.  Elelu, who arrived at his constituency with some of his associates and supporters, was given a warm reception by elders, youths and women in the community. In his brief address, Elelu noted that since charity begins at home, he decided to meet with his people in Alanamu first before reaching out to others in Ajikobi, Adewole, Ojuekun/Zarumi, Oloje, Ogidi and Ubandawaki that make up the Alanamu/Ajikobi constituency. Responding, Alh. Imam Elelu extolled the humanitarian vision and developmental strides of one of the proud products of the Elelu lineage, harped on morals and values while advising him not to relent on his oars as he furthers moves to continue writing his name in the sand of time. 

 Oyo Moves To Rename LAUTECH Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun,the state Commissioner for Information Culture and Tourism, in the middle flanked by the state Attorney General and Commissioner for Agriculture.  IBADAN – OYO state government on Monday announced its intention to rename the Ladoke University of Technology, Ogbomoso to Ladoke Akintola University (LAU) This was disclosed during a press briefing by the State Attorney General and Commissioner For Justice Professor Oyelowo Oyewo shortly after the weekly Executive Council meeting. The change in the nomenclature of the institution he said is to allow it transform into a conventional university where courses in the social sciences, Education , management and law among others will be introduced.  According to him, the law establishing the university will be amended as the Ladoke Akintola University Amendment law 2022 which will be forwarded to the state House of Assembly for ratification.  He explained that the development will also allow the

 I Earns N620 When I Began My Lecturing Career Osinbajo Reveals  The Vice President of the federal Republic of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo has recalled how he earned N620 in 1981 as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Lagos.  Osinbajo disclosed this at the 53rd Annual Conference of the Association of Nigerian Law Teachers on Tuesday in Kano. He said although the money was more than enough for him at the time, it clearly shows how life speedily changed for Nigerians.  He said, “I started teaching at the University of Lagos in 1981, as lecturer II, my salary at that time was N620, this clearly shows that the place of law teachers is crucial and important to the lives of the nation”.  “We, law teachers are custodians and creators of the underline concepts and fundamental premises of legal framework.  And because we are the thinkers for the system of law and justice and our profession. Our conference has always been a forum for the free and yet deep interrogation of fundamental ideas a

 The Academic Staff Union of Universities has said its members in universities across the country will embark on another strike soon if the Federal Government fails to implement the Memorandum of Action it signed with the union last year. The Chairman of ASUU in the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, Dr Biodun Olaniran, and  Secretary, Dr Toyin Abegunrin, who said this in a statement issued after the congress of the union held on Monday, stressed that the failure of the government  to fully implement the agreements was worrisome. The union said it had resolved to embark on an indefinite strike if the Federal Government fails to accede to its demands within a certain period of time. It said members had resolved to embark on an indefinite strike since the government was not ready to do the needful. While asking Nigerians to prevail on the government to avert the impending strike, the union said it had allowed many stakeholders to talk to the government, which had portray

 AMSA FOUNDER HAILS INVITEE ON 3rd ANNUAL MAULEED CELEBRATION  The founder of AMSA Islamic foundation Mukadam Muhammad Abdul-Raheem istijabah have seize the golden opportunity to hails and thanks the invitee that honoured his invitation on annually Mauleed celebration.  He stated this on Sunday when delivering his speech at the event.  Mukadam Muhammad said Today's event is a record one,because this is the third of it kind and since we're doing it we didn't regret laying it down as a celebration.  "It gives me a pleasure to welcome you all here to this year's annual prophet birthday celebration. " At this juncture let me place on record the great support of our noble patron of this foundation Alhaji Abdul-Raheem Magaji (The Magaji of Ajelanwa Oke-odo Zango). "By extension special thank to all our Awardees for their untiring support resulting in success of this year Mauleed celebration. " I'm using this great opportunity to thanks everyone that b

 Dr. Nusirat Elelu Pays Homage To Alanamu, Pledges Support For Community Development   Executive Secretary Kwara State Primary Health Care Development Agency (KWPHCDA). Dr. Nusirat Elelu has renewed her commitment towards community development as she paid a visit to Alanamu in Ilorin West Local Government, Kwara State.      In a statement personally signed by her, she described the august visit as a due honor for the host community and also a drive to seeking the grassroots support and cooperation towards primary health care schemes embarked upon by the Kwara State Government.   "I wish to appreciate Intellectual Youth Development Forum (IYDF) for their unflinching supports that I have been earning right from time. I enjoin every single member of this community to keep their heads up and be hopeful of a better living condition as the government is indebted to you, and would never renege on its promise to give healthy life the society deserves. Furthermore, I implore the vulnerable

 Olufadi Bags Islamic Ambassador Award   A prominent lecturer of the department of Mass communication kwara state polytechnic, Ilorin Master Olufadi Balarabe Ayuba Bags an Islamic ambassador award.   The meritorious Award  was presented to him on Sunday by AMSA Islamic Foundation(Zango branch) hosted by Mukadam Muhammad Jamiu Magaji.   Olufadi was overwhelmed with kind of indulgence given to him,he said he sees this as a choice and what his creator has destined for him since he was born on this earth.   "On behalf of my humble families (Olufadi and Babaalaro), I sincerely acknowledge the kind indulgence of the AMSA ISLAMIC FOUNDATION. For this prestigious award", he said. He appreciate the founder Mukadam Muhammad Jamiu Magaji and everyone that honour him. I" believe to do more in this year by God's grace🙏🏽. Thanks for always offering a shoulder to lean on. I'm deeply honored",he said.  He urged all Muslims ummah to give more support and love each one as i

 ASUUASUU Begins Preparation For Strike, Declares Monday Lecture-Free The Academic Staff Union of Universities has urged its chapters across the country to sensitise members of the public on the situation between the union and the Federal Government. This is as it declared Monday, February 7, 2022, as a lecture-free day in a bid to enhance the sensitisation. The National President of the Union, Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, disclosed this in an interview with our correspondent on Saturday evening. Sunday PUNCH reports that the directive to the chapters of ASUU comes less than a week after the President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari(retd.) pledged the commitment of his administration to fulfilling the agreement with the union. Buhari made the promise when members of the Nigeria Inter-Religious Council visited him to discuss the lingering issues. While making the pledge, Buhari pleaded with the union to exercise patience and consider current economic realities. The last national strike b

 My Next Album Is 95% Ready, Probably The Last -Rapper Olamide Rapper, Olamide has revealed that his next album may be his last album.  He also revealed the name of the next album, Unruly, which he said is almost 95 per cent ready. He tweeted, "Next Album = #Unruly 95% ready Release date = I don’t know  Taking my time to make it the best ever. Probably my last album." He added that he would drop singles every other time but no more albums. Olamide said, "I’ll drop singles once in a blue moon when I feel like it...It’s been a mad ass run !! giving albums back to back 🙏🏾💛" Photo credit: Instagram| olamide

 The Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration takes place in Nigeria every 15th of January. But we are gathered here today to show the gallant men of the military support and appreciate their sacrifice as it should be done every day.  The patriotic roles of our brave officers in the Service in fighting insurgency and other security threats is unquantifiable. The Department of Mass Communication and the entire staff of Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin commend them, including those who paid the supreme price in the course of serving the nation.    What we gather here to do today is historic. It is arguably the first of its kind by any institution in Kwara. This rally will be the first in the series of efforts in support of our military in the state. We believe that Security belongs to everyone. Not just the agencies. Not the Government. Not the elected office holders alone. But all of us. We make their task easier if we support them as a people. It is advised that citizens, especially st

The convener of the rally tagged celebrating the less celebrated Nigerian soldiers  Alhaji Fatiu Tope Olohungbebe had charges student to support Nigeria military officers . Olohungbebe, who made the appeal in Ilorin on Friday in a speech delivered by him at the event.   He said the armed forces remembrance days celebration takes place in Nigeria every 15th of January, but we gathered here today to show a gallant men of the military support and appreciate their sacrifice as it should be done everyday.   He furthered ,the patriotism close of our brave officers in the service in fighting insurgency and other security threats is uncontifyinable.  Olohungbebe make it clear that security belong to everyone not just the agencies, not the government not the elected office holders alone but all of us. "This rally will be the first in the series of effort in supporting our military in the state. " What we gather here to do today is historic, it's affably the first of it'

  By Mariam Abdulkareem Kwara State University, Malete facilitates the transport system with (40) forty new shuttle buses to convey Students on campus as the varsity set to complete it's smart city hostel that has the capacity to accommodate nothing less than five thousand Students. KWASU Vice Chancellor, prof. Muhammad Mustapha Akanbi on the 31st of January, 2022 Commissioned the project and unveil the new buses today in name of KWASU administrators, Students and the committee incharge of the buses maintenance and safety. Prof. Mustapha said the buses will begin it operation today onward with ticket policing in which the charges of transport within campus is #30 while from TARMAC to school premises is #50. He revealed that "90 percentage of my students reside off campus and a lot of commercial driver engaging in drunk driving when I came on board, I have a dream of ensuring effective and efficient transport service delivery for Students because they are the most important sta