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  • Obasa presents N14.8b budget

    Obasa presents N14.8b budget

    The Chairman of Agege Local Government, Abdul-Ganiyu Vinod Obasa, has proposed N14.88 billion budget for the 2026 fiscal year.

    He described it as the Budget of Restoration, Innovation and Development.

    Obasa stated that the projected revenue would be largely driven by federal allocations amounting to N14.57 billion, comprising N2.08 billion from statutory allocation, N12.14 billion from Value Added Tax, and N355.29 million from other FAAC-related sources, while Internally Generated Revenue is expected to contribute N306.8 million.

    He explained that the proposed expenditure was equally balanced at N14.88 billion, with recurrent expenditure standing at N8.23 billion, covering personnel costs of N2.95 billion, pension obligations of N503.46 million, and overhead costs estimated at N4.77 billion, while capital expenditure was put at N6.65 billion.

    The chairman said the budget is anchored on three core pillars of restoration of public infrastructure, innovation in governance and service delivery, and sustainable, inclusive development aimed at improving the quality of life of residents across all seven wards of the local government.

    He noted that major priorities under the capital programme include road rehabilitation and construction, drainage expansion, street lighting, modernization of public facilities, school infrastructure upgrades, healthcare facility improvement, and environmental sanitation and beautification projects.

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    Obasa further stressed that education, healthcare, infrastructure, environmental management, youths and women empowerment, and social welfare would remain the strategic sectors driving the implementation of the fiscal plan.

    Reflecting on the performance of the outgoing year, the council boss highlighted the construction and rehabilitation of key roads across Agege and Dopemu, extensive drainage works to tackle flooding, renovation of several public primary schools, establishment of a tech hub, e-library, and vocational centres, as well as landscaping projects across major roads.

    He also listed wide-ranging environmental and health interventions, including the employment of 300 street sweepers, acquisition of refuse compactors, community sanitation campaigns, provision of vaccine storage equipment, digital health tools, community health outreach, and health insurance for vulnerable pregnant women.

  • Minister seeks action on strengthening women participation

    Minister seeks action on strengthening women participation

    Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has urged Nigerian women to work together with greater intentionality to expand their influence in politics, strengthen economic empowerment, and address systemic barriers that limit their advancement.

    She spokel in Abuja yesterday at  Beijing+30 Women’s Summit, which is part of activities to mark 2025 edition of ‘16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence’.

    The event organised by Amandla Institute for Policy and Leadership Advancement (AIPLA), in collaboration with African Women Leaders Network (AWLN-Nigeria) and Womanifesto, is a gathering to reflect on three decades of progress, challenges, and unfinished commitments under Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (BPfA).

    Speaking further, the minister, who acknowledged her experience in the gender space in Nigeria and UK, said her appointment was a divine opportunity to champion transformative change for women.

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    The minister criticised the fragmentation that often weakens women’s chances in political contests, noting that women frequently compete against each other instead of uniting behind a single candidate.

    “No country in the globe has the kind of resources we have. We are blessed, and we must work for each other,” she said, stressing the need for collaboration rather than competition among women.

    “At what time have we been able to impress our political agendas like the men? The men have sponsors. They know how to organise, they know how to stay the course, they know how to manage their disappointments,” she said.

    She emphasised that women must be strategic and intentional if they hope to secure meaningful representation in politics, pointing out that limited financial resources also constrain women during campaigns.

    The minister also highlighted the broader social impact of empowering women, noting that when women have money, communities thrive.

    Drawing from a visit to China, she cited examples of women’s economic empowerment, noting that 96 per cent of Chinese women own their homes and 68 per cent are economically empowered, a model she believes Nigeria can aspire to.

    On gender-based violence, the minister shared a personal experience, saying she once faced bullying but rose above it.

    She stressed the need for honest leadership, arguing that innovative leadership is insufficient without leaders who speak the truth and confront Nigeria’s democratic and social challenges sincerely.

    “We cannot be part of a movement that has no struggles to protect our children,” she said, calling attention to the gaps in Nigeria’s child protection laws, including the Child Rights Act, which she noted must be updated to reflect emerging threats.

    She revealed that several ministries, departments, and agencies are now prioritising investments in women because of their critical role across sectors, noting that women constitute about 70 percent of Nigeria’s medical workforce and dominate the SME space, though many have struggled for decades with limited access to formal financing.

    “As a nation, if we don’t work together, we will not see results,” she said.

    The minister also reaffirmed ongoing efforts to review laws and policies affecting women and children, including adoption processes, orphanage regulations, and broader child protection frameworks, to ensure they reflect today’s realities.

    In her remarks, Co-founder of the Amandla Institute for Policy and Leadership Advancement, Erelu Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi, urged African governments, institutions, and women’s rights advocates to intensify efforts toward achieving gender equality, warning that gains made since the 1995 Beijing Conference remain fragile and under threat.

    However, she lamented that progress for African women over the last three decades has been uneven.

    “The progress of African women since Beijing has been one of five steps forward and ten steps back,” she said. “We make gains, but our losses keep increasing.”

    Adeleye-Fayemi recalled that concern for the future of women’s rights on the continent led to the establishment of the African Women’s Leadership Institute (AWLI) in 1996, targeted at young women aged 25–40.

    “Our thinking back then was that we needed a cadre of women across the continent grounded in feminist theory and practice, gender mainstreaming and analysis, with strong leadership capacities,” she said.

    Nearly three decades later, the AWLI has trained more than 10,000 women leaders across Africa, many of whom now occupy key decision-making roles, including in Nigeria.

    The success of the institute spurred the creation of the African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF) in 2000, a pan-African grantmaking foundation which has supported more than 4,000 women’s organisations in 42 countries.

    Adeleye-Fayemi noted that during her husband’s tenure as Governor of Ekiti State, the state became known for building one of Nigeria’s strongest legal and policy frameworks for gender equality—an example, she said, of what committed political will can achieve.

    Adeleye-Fayemi warned of a rising global anti-gender movement but expressed confidence that continued collaboration, capacity-building, and feminist leadership would help safeguard progress.

    She urged women’s organisations and stakeholders to remain vigilant, unified, and proactive.

    “Our development will continue to be stunted if we do not prioritise the full and equal participation of women at all levels,” she said.

    The summit continues in Abuja with delegates from across government, civil society, academia, and international organisations.

  • Lagos, Girl Guides partnered on HPV awareness

    Lagos, Girl Guides partnered on HPV awareness

    • By Aishat Ahmed and Faith Ajiboye

    The Nigerian Girl Guides Association (NGGA), in partnership with the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board and UNICEF, have launched an awareness campaign on the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine during the 2025 Brownies Day Celebration in Lagos.

    Assistant State Commissioner of the NGGA, Mrs. Olawunmi Olaide, said this year’s Brownies Day stood out because of the collaboration with UNICEF. She encouraged parents to enrol their children in the Girl Guides movement and urged the girls to allow their light to shine both in school and in their communities.

    Deputy Chief Commissioner, Zone B, Mrs. Kikelomo Thompson, said the sensitisation exercise helps girls understand HPV and how to protect themselves.

    She stressed that basic hygiene practices such as daily bathing, brushing, and healthy eating form the first line of defence against infections.

    Thompson added that although the campaign currently focuses on girls, it will later extend to boys. She encouraged children to urge their parents to support vaccination to reduce cervical cancer risks and promote long-term population health.

    An official of the Lagos State Government, Mrs. Temidayo Adewuyi, said the initiative was designed to equip young girls with vital knowledge on cervical cancer prevention. According to her, pupils are encouraged to take the information home to their parents to facilitate consent for vaccination.

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    She added that the vaccine is available across all primary health care centres in Lagos, with outreach teams also carrying doses during campaigns.

    NGGA National Public Relations Officer, Mrs. Titilola Oluwatoyin, said the association plans to reach 10,000 girls with HPV sensitisation and ensure at least 5,000 receive the vaccine. She advised parents to disregard misinformation, noting that the vaccine is safe and crucial for protecting girls’ health and strengthening families and communities.

    A Brownie from Lee Valley School, Omoniyi Bella, said she learnt that girls her age can protect themselves from cervical cancer by taking the HPV vaccine.

    She added that the programme gave young girls a clearer understanding of health choices that prepare them for adulthood.

  • BIC unveils solar-powered classrooms in Lagos

    BIC unveils solar-powered classrooms in Lagos

    To mark Global Education Week, BIC has strengthened its commitment to inclusive education with renovation of three solar-powered classrooms at Sari-Iganmu Inclusive School in Lagos. Delivered in partnership with Raising Star Africa Foundation (RSAF), the project was part of the week’s activities and will provide safer, more accessible, and technology-enabled learning environments for children.

    The upgraded classrooms feature renewable energy integration, modern learning tools, and infrastructure improvements to support inclusive education. The initiative aims to ensure uninterrupted learning, promote self-expression, and create inspiring spaces where children can thrive.

    Speaking at the revent in Lagos, Anthony Amahwe, general manager, said: “Improving learning conditions for pupils, especially those in underserved communities, is central to BIC’s purpose. By transforming these classrooms into solar-powered, inclusive learning spaces, we are enabling children to learn comfortably, safely, and creatively. This project contributes to our ambition to improve learning conditions for 250 million pupils globally by end of 2025.”

    Michael Showunmi, founder of Raising Star, lauded the partnership with BIC. He noted that the investment would improve access to quality education for children requiring support and create a more inclusive school ecosystem.

    BIC hosted a creative colouring workshop with pupils, encouraging self-expression. Writing tools and learning materials were donated, to equip classrooms with tools to support daily academic activities and encourage confidence-building through writing and self-expression.

    As part of the celebration, BIC also rewarded two longest-serving teachers at Sari-Iganmu school with N1,000,000 each in recognition of their  dedication and service. This gesture reaffirms BIC’s commitment to celebrating and empowering educators who inspire learning and creativity.

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    Mrs Oladeji Aishat, headteacher, said: “A modernised environment enhances learning, and the renovations will motivate and inspire our differently abled learners. Inclusive education is a shared responsibility, and we appreciate BIC and Raising Star A for bringing this vision to life,”

    This year’s project reinforces BIC’s commitment to improving learning in Nigeria.

    In the past three years, through partnerships with organisations, such as Let It Shine Academy, Morit International School, and Igando Inclusive Unit, BIC has renovated classrooms, equipped schools with writing materials, and trained teachers through its educator development programme, Canvas of Change.

    BIC’s education initiatives form a key pillar of its global sustainable development program, Writing the Future Together, with a focus on education as a key pillar. Global Education Week is celebrated annually across BIC markets, bringing together team members, partners, and community stakeholders to implement projects that help improve learning environments, unleash creativity, and inspire students.

    Through sustained partnerships, investment in school infrastructure, and targeted support for both students and educators, BIC continues to contribute towards shaping inclusive, resilient, and future-ready education in Nigeria.

  • Institute inducts 1,247 professionals at induction

    Institute inducts 1,247 professionals at induction

    Compliance Institute, Nigeria (CIN) it will admit over 1,247 compliance professionals into the institute at its Ninth Induction billed on Saturday, at MUSON Centre, Onikan, Lagos.

    The event, a major gathering for stakeholders in the country’s governance, financial integrity and regulatory space, will also feature conferment of Fellowship on those who demonstrated outstanding ethical leadership and contributions to the profession.

    This year’s theme, “Shaping the Future of Compliance, Innovation, and Ethical Leadership,” reflects the institute’s focus on preparing practitioners for the evolving regulatory environment shaped by technological change, global standards and Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts.

    As part of efforts to deepen conversations around institutional integrity and governance reforms, CIN has invited Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to deliver the keynote address, and Chairman of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), as special guest at the ceremony.

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    CIN President, Pattison Boleigha, described the ceremony as a consolidation of the institute’s work in strengthening ethical standards and promoting a robust compliance culture. Registrar/Chief Executive Officer, Bawo Egbakhumeh, noted that the ceremony would not only celebrate inductees but also reaffirm CIN’s commitment to building capacity and equipping practitioners with the skills to safeguard the integrity of Nigeria’s financial system. According to her, the nstitute remains dedicated to developing competent professionals capable of supporting governance reforms and driving ethical transformation across the economy.

    Established in 2015, Compliance Institute, Nigeria is a professional body strengthening compliance practice, promoting ethical conduct and advancing global regulatory alignment. It has over 7,000 members in financial and non-financial institutions.

  • ‘Ajaokuta Economic City new era in Kogi’

    ‘Ajaokuta Economic City new era in Kogi’

    Kogi State Governor, Usman Ododo, yesterday unveiled Ajaokuta Economic City, Kogi – Human Free Trade Zone, describing it as a most ambitious economic project in Nigeria.

    Speaking at the ceremony and news conference in Abuja, the governor said the project signals beginning of a new economic era for the state, with the potential to redefine its role in national and global commerce.

    Ododo said the approval and recognition zone followed rigorous technical assessments, intergovernmental engagements, and months of strategic consultations with investors and development partners from China.

    “This is the birth of a new economic engine that will power job creation, industrialisation, global trade integration, and technological advancement for our people,” he said.

    The governor lauded President Bola Tinubu for approving the project, describing the President’s support as a strong vote of confidence in Kogi as a strategic industrial hub.

    “Mr. President’s approval shows his commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda and his belief in Kogi’s role in Nigeria’s industrial future,” he said.

    He thanked Nigeria Export Processing Zones Authority, NACCIMA, NEZA, Central Bank, IRS Group, and partners for providing technical backing and believing in the vision.

    Ododo paid tribute to the people for their trust and support, promising that his administration will pursue policies that expand development and economic opportunity.

    He said Kogi’s position as “connecting heart of Nigeria” gives it edge, with Ajaokuta hosting the largest steel complex in Africa by design and Lokoja housing the confluence of Rivers Niger and Benue.

    “These natural and strategic advantages make Kogi not just the right location for this zone, but the best,” he said.

    The governor assured investors that the state has strengthened intelligence gathering, surveillance, and collaborations with security agencies to ensure the Economic City operates in a secure environment.

    Ododo added that the Free Trade Zone will open opportunities in large-scale manufacturing, agro-processing, logistics, technology, and innovation. He said the state’s higher institutions—including Federal University Lokoja, Prince Abubakar Audu University, and Confluence University of Science and Technology—will support the zone through research, skills development, and innovation.

    Chief Economic Adviser to the governor, Salami Inda, said Ajaokuta Economic City, Kogi–Hunan Free Trade Zone, was developed through a fastest planning and documentation processes ever recorded for such a project in Nigeria.

    Inda said this is a product of Ododo’s insistence the state’s natural and economic endowments must translate into prosperity for the people.

    He noted that Kogi’s 32-year development plan, launched a day earlier, is anchored on industrialisation, making the zone a flagship initiative.

    Inda revealed that the state completed its master plan, feasibility studies, environmental assessments, and secured a 4,000-hectare Certificate of Occupancy within six months—an effort he said NEPZA commended as the fastest they had ever processed. “This was possible because the governor gave us every support required to succeed,” he said.

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    He added that Ododo personally led engagements with development partners, resulting in multiple high-level exchanges between Kogi officials and authorities in China’s Hunan Province, chosen for its similar economic profile and expertise.

    According to him, Ajaokuta was strategically selected as the site due to its access to gas pipelines, rail lines, road networks, an airstrip, and the river port, making it ideal for the state’s industrial ambitions.

    With President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval already secured, Inda said the project has now entered the execution phase. “The heavy lifting for the first phase is done. We are now moving into implementation, backed by a leader whose passion ensures this project will succeed,” he said.

    He described the unveiling of the Economic City as a major step in Kogi State’s drive toward industrial transformation.

    “The Ajaokuta Economic City project is now a reality,” he declared. “Today’s ceremony is simply to present it to the world.”

    Leader of the Chinese technical and investment delegation, Mr. Li Zhensheng, described the newly unveiled Kogi–Hunan Free Trade Zone in Ajaokuta as a project with the potential to become Nigeria’s “Shenzhen moment,” capable of transforming Kogi State into a benchmark for national economic growth.

     Mr. Li said he was inspired by the progress already achieved under Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo and expressed confidence that the zone would reshape the state’s economic future.

    He compared the emerging industrial hub to Shenzhen, China’s pioneering Special Economic Zone, which spearheaded the country’s economic rise. “The Kogi–Hunan Free Trade Zone is moving forward on a similar path,” he said. “It will become a new engine for Kogi State and a leader in Nigeria’s economic transformation.”

    Mr. Li praised Kogi State for securing two major breakthroughs in record time: establishing the free trade zone from scratch and forming a sister-city relationship with Zhuzhou, Hunan Province. He said the pace of progress “even surpassed the well-known ‘China Speed’,” crediting it to Governor Ododo’s leadership, commitment, and strategic foresight.

    He acknowledged the support of both the Nigerian and Chinese governments, global investors, and technical partners, noting that their collective commitment had laid a strong foundation for the project. He singled out the CPC Zhuzhou Municipal Government for pledging to bring high-end manufacturing, green energy, logistics, automotive, electronics, fashion, ceramics, and educational development into the zone.

    Mr. Li said his team would work with the state and partners to establish a Free Trade Zone Management Committee to ensure seamless planning, funding, security, project execution, and investment promotion. He promised adherence to global standards to attract high-quality industries and talents.

    Expressing gratitude to the governor and residents of Kogi State for their trust, he said the Chinese delegation remained committed to helping the zone evolve into a hub of industry, innovation, and prosperity.

    “I look forward to this place becoming a land of industrial agglomeration, openness, and people’s happiness,” he said. “Kogi State’s tomorrow will be more prosperous, and China–Nigeria cooperation will continue to deliver results that benefit both nations.”

  • Rewarding Amuka

    Rewarding Amuka

    Some paintings by renowned Nigerian artists from the private collection of Publisher of Vanguard, Sam Amuka, will form the core of an inaugural exhibition, The Uncle Sam Art in honour of the nonagenarian.

    In particular, two masterpieces by Prof. Ablade Glover of Ghana, Nigeria’s Kenny Adamson, and a 100-year-old carved elephant tusk will be part of exhibits at the inaugural exhibition opening at Alexis Galleries in Lagos. But, while the two paintings of Prof. Glover and the rare exquisite 100-year-old carved elephant tusk are for sale at the exhibition, Adamson’s paintings are not for sale.

    Organised by the Tourists Club International (TCI) in partnership with Vanguard, the exhibition: The Beginning, will run from December 16 till 20. It will feature about 35 works of artists like Prof Dele Jegede, Albert Ohams and Fidelis Atumah who have worked with Amuka.

    Speaking at a preview session, Curator and President of TCI, Dr. Osa Mbonu-Amadi, said the exhibition will showcase a curated collection of artworks. The show, he said, is an act of preserving memory, culture, identity, and heritage.

    “Beyond his influential journalism career, Uncle Sam Amuka is a passionate promoter of the arts and an art collector. He pioneered inclusion of cartoons and cartoonists in Nigerian newspapers, leaving a lasting legacy in media and arts.

    For this purpose, a diverse group of Nigerian and U.S.-based artists came together to create original works exclusively for the USA Art exhibition.

    “The Uncle Sam Art exhibition emerged naturally, a genesis rooted in genuine passion and history. It began with a man who approached us carrying his collection of artworks. This man, a cartoonist who followed Uncle Sam Amuka’s illustrious journey from The Punch to Vanguard Newspaper, initially sought only to sell his works. Yet, we perceived something far beyond simple transactions. We saw a profound narrative: The story of Uncle Sam Amuka’s legacy intertwined with art, artists, and their creative expressions, all told vividly through the medium of an exhibition,” he noted.

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    While the exhibition dazzles with breathtaking colours and masterful techniques, its essence transcends mere aesthetics. It narrates a journey from imperfection to ever-elevating creative standards. No exhibit captures this evolution better than the juxtaposition of Vanguard Newspaper’s first-ever published edition alongside a copy from the very day of the opening.

    According to Mbonu-Amadi the philosophy guiding the USA exhibition is anchored in the timeless truth that art preserves memory, culture, identity, and heritage across generations. He explained that beyond the philosophy, ‘it’s our hope that the USA Exhibition will produce the next generation of Leonardo Da Vincis and Pablo Picassos.’

    In this maiden edition, the curator carefully curated some artifacts intimately connected to Uncle Sam: the first and latest published editions of Vanguard Newspaper, evocative photographs, and memorable newspaper publications. The next segment features works from Uncle Sam’s cherished collection, often diminished by his generous habit of gifting these pieces. Organisers expressed optimism that this year’s event is a beginning of an annual art exhibition series tagged Uncle Sam Art Exhibition.

  • NIEE seeks  alternative energy to power  blue economy

    NIEE seeks  alternative energy to power  blue economy

    Environmental and energy experts have urged Federal Government to accelerate investment in alternative energy sources as a strategic pillar for driving the nation’s blue economy.

    The call was made at 2025 National Conference and AGM of Nigerian Institution of Environmental Engineers (NIEE) in Ibadan, Oyo State.

    This year’s conference: “Blue Economy, Green Practices: Engineering for Environmental Integrity,” brought together industry leaders to examine how Nigeria can utilise its over 209 trillion cubic feet of natural gas to transition into a gas-powered economy.

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    An energy expert, Dr. Steven Adisha, lauded the Federal Government for its decarbonisation efforts but stressed the need for stronger collaboration among policymakers, regulators and industry operators.

    He cited unveiling of Nigeria Maritime Carbon Emission System by Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) at COPETI in Brazil as a “milestone” in environmental accountability.

    “For me, that is a big first step. The IMO has set ambitious emission targets, and we are making moves to meet them. But we need to push further. Nigeria sits on 209 trillion cubic feet of gas, how do we leverage this to unlock the blue economy? Government is walking the talk, experts are walking the talk, but deeper collaboration is critical,” he said.

  • Third 100m empowerment: 250 widows get council’s N25m

    Third 100m empowerment: 250 widows get council’s N25m

    Chair of Kosofe Local Government in Lagos State, Moyosore Ogunlewe, has disbursed N25 million to 250 widows in the third Kosofe Cares N100 Million Empowerment Scheme to raise grassroots inclusion.

    The event, at Kosofe council secretariat, saw each beneficiary receive financial support to boost their businesses and improve household livelihoods.

    Ogunlewe said widows are critical to local economic stability, noting that the intervention was to recognise their resilience and dignity rather than serve as charity.

    “Widows are not dependants; they are economic agents, entrepreneurs and pillars of family stability. This scheme is a statement of our belief in their capacity to build sustainable future for themselves and families,” he said.

    He urged the beneficiaries to to invest in income-generating ventures, expanding enterprises and adopting prudent financial management. He encouraged them to mentor other women to promote collective growth.

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    The intervention marks the third phase of the council’s N100 million empowerment, which earlier targeted the public as well as artisans and traders in the coumcil.

    The council said the programme is structured to ensure that economic opportunities reach all vulnerable and productive segments, in line with its inclusive governance.

    It added the final phase, to focus on youth development, will hold later this month, bringing the comprehensive initiative to a close.

  • Elegushi for festival

    Elegushi for festival

    Dignitaries are set for the grand finale of Ekimogun Day 2025, a  socio-cultural get-together of sons, daughters and friends of the ancient Ondo Kingdom.

    They include Oba Saheed Ademola, Elegushi of Ikate, Lagos, and the Ruler of Idoma, Ochi’doma John Elaigwu.

    Billed for this month, the Osemawe and ruler of Ondo, Victor Kiladejo, is chief host.

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    Chair of the Day is Dr Jibayo Adeyeye of Nibanola Golf Resort, Ondo, while chief launcher is Chief Victor Folami Awosika, the Lomafe of Ondo.

    In a statement, Planning committee  chair, Abiodun Akinjayeju,  said there will be  exciting activities and a gala.

    Musical talents, led by Sir Shina Peters, Afro Juju grandmaster, will add to the fun.