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Adeniyi Ijogun to Bag FUTA’s Hospitality Entrepreneurship Award

  By Goke Williams  The School of Logistics and Innovation Technology, Department of Entrepreneurship, Federal University of Technology, Akure, will confer an Award of Excellence in Hospitality Entrepreneurship on Dr. Adeniyi Ayodeji Ijogun, FNIQs, RQS, FSCIarb, MBA, MSc, FCE, FDM, CFIAR, MACostiE, Dip. Law, at its 2026 Annual Entrepreneurship Eminent Personality Lecture scheduled for tomorrow. Adeniyi will also serve as a Special Guest of Honour at the occasion.  FUTA cited his “immense contributions towards building Africa into an entrepreneurial and innovative continent in the 21st century,” as the underlying qualification. He is being honoured specifically for Excellence in Hospitality Entrepreneurship as Chairman of Premier Holiday Resorts, Igbara-Oke in Ondo State.  According to FUTA, the lecture commemorates World Creativity and Innovation Day and World Entrepreneurship Day, in line with United Nations International Observances on the role of entrepreneurship ...

Legacy Elite Club Shines at OGSA 73rd Founder's Anniversary

  By: Goke Williams At the recent inter-housesports competition commemorating Oyemekun Grammar School's 73rd Founder's Anniversary in Akure, the Ondo State capital, one group stood out: The Legacy Elite Club. The club was honored by the school management and staff for its dedication to community's growth and charitable acts. Represented by High Chief Olugbenga Adeyeye, also a distinguished alumnus, received an Outstanding Community Service Award on behalf of the club. Speaking at the event, Prince Adeyeye expressed gratitude to the school management for recognizing the club's contributions to society and humanity. He congratulated them on their anniversary, highlighting the school's academic excellence and moral upliftment as a top notch. He reaffirmed the club's commitment to the school's growth, citing his roles as 1984 set coordinator and ex-officio member of the Alumni's Global Executive Council. On behalf of the club, High Olugbenga Adeyeye donated ...

Ride of Terror: Female Suspect Arrested over Murder of Nigerian Driver in South Africa

A 22-year-old e-hailing driver, Isaac Satlat, met a gruesome end in Pretoria West on February 11. The young driver unknowingly picked up two passengers, a man and a woman, who allegedly ambushed him in his own vehicle. The Gauteng Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a female suspect in connection with the hijacking-turned-murder, while her accomplice remains unseen as at the time of filing this report. All hands must be on deck in apprehending her evil partner, and also be brought to book. Satlat's body and stolen car were found abandoned in Atteridgeville hours after the attack. The arrested suspect will face charges of murder and hijacking at the Atteridgeville Magistrate's Court on February 16. Authorities are urging the public to provide tips to track down the fleeing accomplice. The killing has sparked outrage across continents, highlighting the dangers faced by drivers and the need for vigilance.