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The Labour of our Heroes Past… (Part 1)
Stanza 5 of the Nigerian National Anthem reads - “the labour of our heroes past, shall never be in vain.” Late Babatunde Jose (a former editor of the Daily Times), provided an insight into this topic in his article, titled - “The Independence Day Editorial”, published in the Daily Times on October 1st 1960, upon Nigeria’s attainment of independence. An extract of his article reads – “I am happy and I am sobbing.
Lagos launches film training programme for youths in three Senatorial Districts
The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, in partnership with Africa Film Academy, has launched a Film Training project for youths in designated centres in Alimosho, Badagry and Epe, representing the three Senatorial Districts of Lagos State.
Lagos plants trees to kickstart Y2022 world environment day celebration
The year 2022 World Environment Day celebrations kicked off in Lagos on Thursday with the planting of 10 historic breadfruit trees to ensure the sustenance of the environment.
Custodian of Olumo Rock deity dies at 137
Custodian of the deity inside the popular Olumo Rock in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, Chief Mrs. Sinatu Aduke Sanni, popularly known as ‘Iya Olumo’ is dead.
Buhari congratulates Bishop Peter Okpaleke on appointment from Pope Francis
President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with Bishop Peter Okpaleke of Ekwulobia Diocese, Anambra State over his appointment as a Cardinal in the Catholic Church by Pope Francis.
Ooni strengthens youth collaboration with Royal African Young Leadership Forum Awards
Project Director, Project Enable Africa, Olusola Owonikoko has commended the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi Ojaja II, for creating an enabling environment for the youth through developmental programmes in the country.
Ooni visits Oba Elegushi, preaches religious tolerance
The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has reiterated the need for religious and ethnic tolerance among Nigerians, emphasising the strength of a multi-religious and multi-ethnic society like Nigeria.
Full list of AMVCA 8 winners
Best actress in a comedy – Funke Akindele Bello (Omo Ghetto: The Saga).
Mirror in the sun Legendary star actor Gbenga Richards dies at 60 Nollywood Mourns
Iconic Nollywood Yoruba Actor, Gbenga Richards, best known for the 2006 movie, 30 Days has reportedly passed on, on Thursday morning after battling with diabetes.
Police Operatives avert riot as truck kills masquerade in Lagos
Operatives of the Lagos State Police Command have prevented an outbreak of violence after a truck crushed a masquerade to death in Mushin area of the State.