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Hon. Derin Abiodun Adesida, Member representing Akure North/Akure South Federal Constituency, heartily congratulates Hon. Olajide Johnson Oguntodu on the joyous occasion of his 50th Birthday . Fifty years is a remarkable milestone that reflects a life of purpose, impactful leadership, and selfless service to humanity.  Your unwavering commitment to the development of Ondo State and your dedication to the welfare of your constituents continue to inspire many. As you celebrate this golden jubilee, may Almighty God bless you with sound health, greater wisdom, renewed strength, and many more years of outstanding accomplishments in service to our people and our nation. Happy 50th Birthday, Hon. Olajide Johnson Oguntodu! Wishing you continued grace, peace, and abundant blessings.

ABITOGUN CONGRATULATES COLLEAGUE, OGUNTODU ON 50TH BIRTHDAY  The member representing Akure South Constituency II in the Ondo State House of Assembly, Hon. Abitogun Stephen has congratulated his counterpart in the constituency 1, Hon. Olajide Oguntodu on his 50th birthday. Abitogun, in a statement by his media handler, said the auspicious occasion of his birthday offers him a fresh opportunity to rededicate himself to the service of the state and humanity. Abitogun noted that Oguntodu has been a wonderful and dependable partner in the journey of translating the shared agenda of the legislation into reality for the good of the people of their respective constituencies.  He described Oguntodu as an embodiment of God’s grace, mercy, and loving kindness in his life’s trajectory as a public servant, an entrepreneur, and a politician who conquered all odds to become what he is today.  Abitogun commended Oguntodu for being a proactive and dependable colleague at all times. A very...

HAPPY 50TH BIRTHDAY TO THE PEOPLE'S CHAMP HONOURABLE OGUNTODU OLAJIDE JOHNSON. Today marks a significant milestone as you clock 50 years, my dear Honourable Oguntodu Olajide Johnson. I write to celebrate God's faithfulness in your life and to salute your exemplary leadership. From meritorious service in the Department of State Security Service (DSS) to your outstanding representation of the good people of Akure South Constituency 1 in the Ondo State House of Assembly, you have shown uncommon commitment to service. You are a giver and a philanthropist per excellence. You give without expecting anything in return. You award JAMB and WAEC scholarships and sponsor students you have never met, without knowing their parents. You empower people as if you are the beneficiary. You build classrooms without knowing the pupils who will learn in them. Sir, your type is rare. As you mark your 50th birthday today, I wish you all that you wish for yourself. I pray that God answers your silent ...

ONDO ASSEMBLY MEMBER, ABITOGUN GREETS SECRETARY TO THE STATE GOVERNMENT, DR TAIWO FASORANTI ON BIRTHDAY In a gesture of warm felicitations, the member representing Akure South ConstituencyII in the Ondo State House of Assembly, Hon. Abitogun Stephen extends warm birthday wishes to Dr. Taiwo Olumide Fasoranti, the Secretary to the Ondo State Government. Abitogun, on behalf of the good people of ConstituencyII, expressed delight in extending warm birthday greetings to Dr Taiwo Fasoranti, acknowledging his invaluable impact and contributions to the progress, growth, and development of our dear state since his appointment as Secretary to the Ondo State Government. Dr Fasoranti was described as a dependable, committed public servant and administrator par excellence who, until his recent appointment as Secretary to the Ondo State Government, was earlier served as chairman of the Ondo State Health Management Board, leaving behind an indelible record of achievements and performance. A pillar o...

HON. IFEDAYO ABEGUNDE JOINS SWAGA 2.0 LEADERSHIP AT LUNCHEON AND OFFICIAL LAUNCH; Reaffirms Support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Re-election and APC Governorship Candidate in Osun State The Executive Director, Corporate Services of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and Asiwaju of Akure Kingdom, Hon. Ifedayo Sunday Abegunde (ABENA) , joined the leadership of the South West Agenda for Asiwaju (SWAGA 2.0) at a special luncheon and the official launch of the support group in Osogbo, Osun State. Hon. Abegunde attended the event in his capacity as the SWAGA 2.0 Ondo State Coordinator, alongside the National Chairman of SWAGA, Sen. Adedayo Adeyeye; the Convener, Hon. Oyetunde Oladimeji Ojo; the Chairman of SWAGA Osun State, Hon. Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran; the APC Governorship Candidate in Osun State, Asiwaju Munirudeen Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO), who was represented by his wife, Dr.   Sekinat Oyebamiji ; the former First Lady of Osun State and wife of the Honourable Minis...

HON. DERIN ADESIDA SECURES 12 CUSTOMS JOBS FOR CONSTITUENTS Hon. Derin Adesida, Member representing Akure North/Akure South Federal Constituency, has once again demonstrated his commitment to creating opportunities for his constituents by facilitating employment opportunities for 12 youths in the ongoing recruitment exercise of the Nigeria Customs Service. The beneficiaries, including Akinlolu Hannah and other young constituents, are among the 35 beneficiaries from Ondo State, with 12  benefiting youths from the Akure North/Akure South Federal Constituency. This latest employment opportunity further underscores Hon. Derin Adesida’s efforts to empower young people and provide them with pathways toward meaningful careers and economic independence. For the beneficiaries and their families, the opportunity represents more than just employment; it is a step toward a brighter future and a testament to the impact of effective constituency representation. Hon. Derin Adesida remains committ...

NDDC and Jummy I Care Foundation celebrate International Women's Day 2026 in Ondo State, training women on non-oil export, NAFDAC compliance, packaging, and digital trade. Theme: "Rights, Justice, Action for Women and Girls" The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), in collaboration with the NDDC Board and the Jummy I Care Foundation, host the International Women's Day 2026 Celebration in Ondo State under the inspiring theme, "Rights, Justice, Action for Women and Girls." The programme is designed to celebrate, inspire, and empower women by providing practical knowledge, creating economic opportunities, and promoting sustainable development across the Niger Delta region. As part of the celebration, participants benefit from a special Guest Speakers' Session designed to equip women with practical knowledge on entrepreneurship, non-oil export opportunities, product certification, packaging standards, digital trade, and international commerce. Mrs. Flo...

What Governors should spend money on. From optics/ consumption to production. Here is how Osun, Ogun, Oyo, Lagos, Ekiti and Ondo can copy it. Wale AKINGBADE  wakingbade@gmail.com The Akwete Renaissance: How South-West Nigeria Can Transform Its Indigenous Crafts into Africa’s Craft-Export Powerhouse From Consumption to Production – A Case Study of Akwete Production as a Blueprint for South-West Industrialisation Nigeria’s textile and garment sector is in crisis. Imports have surged from ₦365.46 billion in 2022 to a record ₦1.06 trillion in 2025 nearly triple the 2024 figure of ₦726.18 billion. In Q1 2026 alone, imports reached ₦267.7 billion, already 72 % of the previous year’s total. China supplied $2.26 billion (75 % of the total) in 2024, followed by India at $283 million. The country now imports nearly 90 % of its textile needs despite abundant local cotton, raffia, silk, and world-class indigenous talent. The downstream garment and fashion industry valued at ₦10 trillion and em...

A Heart of Gratitude: Akinleye Olabanji 'AOB' Celebrates Birthday with Thanksgiving to God, Family and People ... Reaffirms Commitment to Service A HEART OF GRATITUDE ON MY BIRTHDAY Today, I celebrate another year of God’s unfailing faithfulness, abundant grace, and immeasurable mercy in my life. I give all glory, honour, and adoration to Almighty God, the Author and Finisher of my faith, for preserving my life, granting me good health, divine protection, and countless blessings. Every new year is a reminder that His love never fails, and I remain profoundly grateful for the priceless gift of life. As I mark this special day, my heart overflows with thanksgiving. I am especially grateful to my beloved wife, MOTUNRAYO, whose unwavering love, prayers, encouragement, patience, and steadfast support have been a great source of strength to me. Thank you for standing by me through every season of life. You are truly God’s precious gift to me. To my wonderful children, thank you for b...

A Vote for Continuity, Stability and Greater Progress in 2027 By Hon. Olakusibe Morakinyo Obayan Executive Council Member, Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) | CEO, PROLIFICX Group | CEO, Monaco Arena | Founder & CEO, Pennycounts Nigeria's journey toward sustainable growth demands consistency in leadership, continuity in policy implementation, and collective commitment to nation-building. As we look ahead to the 2027 general election, I proudly express my support for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. Since assuming office, President Tinubu has embarked on far-reaching reforms aimed at repositioning Nigeria's economy and strengthening national institutions. While many of these reforms have required difficult decisions, they are intended to lay a stronger foundation for long-term economic stability and development. Across several sectors, the administration has pursued initiatives that include: Economic reforms designed to improve fiscal sustain...

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ABITOGUN CONGRATULATES DR. TAIWO FASORANTI ON HIS REAPPOINTMENT AS SECRETARY TO THE ONDO STATE GOVERNMENT The Member representing Akure South Constituency II in the Ondo State House of Assembly, Hon. Abitogun Oluwarotimi Stephen, has congratulated Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti on his reappointment as Secretary to the Government of Ondo State (SSG) by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa. Dr. Fasoranti was appointed SSG earlier this year and resigned a few months later to contest the Ondo Central Senatorial Primary. He lost the primary election to the incumbent senator, Adeniyi Adegbonmire, under controversial circumstances. In a congratulatory message issued on his behalf, Abitogun described Fasoranti's reappointment as a recognition of his commitment, steadfastness, and exemplary character, both in and out of office. The people's MHA added that Dr. Fasoranti, whom he has known for a while, remains a man of class, character, and courage, and expressed confidence that the newly reappointed SSG would...

Youth Minister Olawande Unveils 5,000 Opportunities for Youth as Certified Meter Technicians to Close Nigeria's Metering Gap Yesterday, the Honourable Minister for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, opened yet another channel of opportunity for 5,000 Nigerian youth to be trained and certified as meter installers and technicians - a strategic intervention aimed at closing Nigeria's metering gap while building a skilled workforce to enhance efficiency in the energy sector. Across sectors, the Honourable Minister noted that his Ministry is opening doors and creating opportunities for Nigerian youth. Just yesterday, he expanded YouthCred, giving an additional one million young Nigerians access to affordable credit to pursue their education, build businesses and unlock their potential. Prior to that, the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA) under his leadership has continued to equip young people with in-demand digital and employability skills, while its StartUp component is providing fu...

HON. (MRS.) BUKOLA AJAYI (IYA ODÙA) CONGRATULATES DR. TAIWO FASORANTI ON HIS RE-APPOINTMENT AS SECRETARY TO THE GOVERNMENT OF ONDO STATE Hon. (Mrs.) Bukola Ajayi, popularly known as Iya Odùa, and the Leader of the Omo Odùa Women Wing (Non-Indigene), heartily congratulates Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti on his well-deserved re-appointment as the Secretary to the Government of Ondo State (SSG). Your re-appointment is a testament to your unwavering commitment, exceptional leadership, administrative competence, and dedication to the growth and development of Ondo State. It reflects the confidence reposed in your ability to continue delivering quality service and providing purposeful leadership for the benefit of the people. As you begin another term of service, I pray that Almighty God grants you greater wisdom, strength, sound health, and divine guidance to discharge your responsibilities with excellence. May your tenure bring about greater progress, unity, and sustainable development across Ondo St...

TINUBU WILL WIN 2027 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION  Akinterinwa Boasts, Cites Sterling Performance A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress APC and former Commissioner for Finance In Ondo State, Wale Akinterinwa has assured the party's national leadership of overwhelming victory for President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 Presidential Election in Ondo State  "President Bola Tinubu will win the 2027 Presidential Election in Ondo State. Let nobody misinform the public, let nobody deceive himself. The Ondo APC is solid. We will win in every polling unit, in all the 203 wards and in all the 18 Local Government Areas" Akinterinwa declared.  Akinterinwa spoke in the wake of fallacious assertions,  made by an APC House of Representatives Aspirant, that President Tinubu might lose next year's election on account of  intraparty disputes that followed the National Assembly candidates' nominations in the state.  Describing the statement as a reckless misrepresentation of facts ...

2027: TINUBU'S VICTORY IN ONDO NON-NEGOTIABLE — PBAT CONTINUITY PROJECT The PBAT Continuity Project, PCP in Ondo state says the landmark achievements of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in every part of Nigeria will give him an overwhelming victory come 2027. The PCP in a statement by its Director-General,  Pastor Femi Agagu maintained that Tinubu remains the candidate to beat both in Ondo  state and Nigeria in the next election because of his impressive track record which has, no doubt,  brought succour and renewed hope to Nigerians. The PBAT Continuity Project was reacting to a recent comment by an APC aspirant on a national television, suggesting that the APC in Ondo is in crisis, thus posing threat to Tinubu's victory in 2027. Agagu urged the general public to disregard such outbursts as misleading.  He assured  that Tinubu would get overwhelming votes in Ondo state going by his impacts on the sunshine state. "Ondo state has always been for Tinubu and come 2027, ...

Physical Disability Is Not Mental Incapacity — Ondo South Senatorial Candidate Barr. Myson Nejo Fires Back At Critics In recent days, some individuals have resorted to cheap banter and baseless attacks, claiming that because I am a Person With Disability (PWD), I am unfit to represent the good people of Ondo South in the Red Chamber. Let me state clearly and unequivocally, physical disability is not synonymous with mental incapacity. This campaign of calumny is nothing but a desperate attempt to distract, demoralize, and cause emotional distress. It will not work. I remain undeterred, focused, and resolute in my conviction. I am strong. I am intelligent. I am physically active and mentally sharp. My disability has never defined my abilities, rather, it has sharpened my empathy, resilience, and determination to serve. I possess the vision, competence, and energy required to champion the interests of Ondo South at the highest level. No amount of insults, abuse, or cheap political gimmic...