Isola Moses | ����

Nigerian First Lady (Senator) Oluremi Tinubu has urged women in leadership positions to work harder and ensure that they make life easier for other women, through economic empowerment and mentorship.

Senator Oluremi Tinubu said this when the Forum of Female Chief Executives Officers (CEOs) of Government Agencies and Organisations paid her a courtesy visit in the State House, Abuja, FCT.

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She described the female CEOs as trailblazers, who fit perfectly into their roles.

The First Lady also charged them replicate themselves in younger women.

Busola Kukoyi, Senior Special Assistant to the First Lady on Media Friday, September 12, 2025, stated Senator Tinubu said: “Birth yourselves in others. Look for them to mentor them. Replicate yourself in other women and that is the way we would be strong.

“Make yourselves unforgettable by the things you do outside your office.”

She reminded the Forum of great matriarchs, including Mrs. Funmilayo Ransome Kuti, Margaret Ekpo, Gambo Sawaba, Abibat Mogaji, and others.

She further noted those Nigerians did a lot for Nigerian women by coming together, and speaking up when needed.

First Lady Tinubu averred: “We have to come together, better and stronger than them.

“We have to ensure that we make life easier for women.

“Mentor young women, give scholarships, take one person through life. Don’t look for the volume.”

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In regard to her decision to seek partnership on the completion of the National Library, she maintained that the project would go a long way in helping indigent students in their educational pursuits.

Soeaking during the visit, Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, leader of the Forum and Director-General and CEO of Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM),  noted that the female CEOs do not take the opportunity to serve the Nigeria lightly.

Hon. Dabiri-Erewa assured the First Lady they would continue to champion the cause of good governance, and service to the people.

She also stated: “As a group, Your Excellency, we do not take our mandates lightly, and are sincerely grateful to His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for deeming us fit and proper to hold our respective offices.

“That is why we are here to pledge our support to the administration, and to you as the First Lady of the nation.

The CEO of NiDCOM stated: “We commend your Renewed Hope Initiatives. Your dedication to women’s empowerment is truly inspiring.

“Your efforts at women’s inclusion and ensuring women’s voices are heard are noteworthy.”

Dabiri-Erewa also said: “Your support for women’s rights and gender equity, and initiatives that uplift women.

“As a group and also as individuals, we affirm our commitment and unflinching support for your initiatives.”

She further assured: ‘‘We pledge to work collaboratively with your office as you continue to foster unity amongst women from diverse backgrounds, drive progress, and implement initiatives that promote women’s empowerment and national development.

“We pledge our solidarity and support for the Renewed Hope agenda of Mr President, and we will assiduously work for his success in the 2027 Elections.’’

Twenty-four female CEOs heading various government agencies and organisations were in the Villa for the visit, Kukoyi stated.

Isola Moses | ����

The Federal Government of Nigeria through the Ministry for Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST) has endorsed the first National Science, Technology and Innovation Communication Conference (STICOMMS’25).

Chief Uche Nnaji, Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, has expressed his Ministry’s interest and endorsement.

Prince Obioha Sampson Atulomah, Chairman of Publicity Sub Committee, STICOMMS 2025, stated Chief Nnaji described the forthcoming conference as a unique forum, and first of its kind in the Nigerian economy.

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Chief Nnaji assured the organisers – African University of Science and Technology (AUST) – and partners, led by the AUST President, Prof. Azikiwe Peter Onwualu, FAS, and STICOMMS’25 Local Organising Committee (LOC).

The event is scheduled for October 21–23, 2025, at AUST.

The Minister also said Federal Government would collaborate with the stakeholders to achieve the desired goals of the conference.

According to him, the event is coming at the right time when the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology is working tirelessly to promote Research and Innovation outputs from various research agencies.

Besides, he pledged to deploy two Senior Staff of the Ministry to join the LOC to ensure full representation of the Ministry in the planning and participation in the conference.

Earlier, Prof. Azikiwe Peter Onwualu, FAS, President of the African University of Science and Technology (AUST), Abuja, FCT, had led the STICOMMS’25 LOC on a visit to the Honourable Minister.

Prof. Onwualu highlighted the purpose of the visit was to seek the Ministry’s support for the forthcoming 1st National Conference on Science, Technology, and Innovation Communication (STICOMMS 2025).

The event is scheduled for October 21–23, 2025, at AUST.

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The AUST President, at the meeting highlighted areas of collaboration, including the endorsement of the conference by the Honourable Minister; delivery of a Keynote Address at the opening session; nomination and sponsorship of Ministry staff, alongside showcasing selected innovations.

NASENI stated others are Mobilisation of the Research Agencies under the Ministry to participate actively; and Featuring the Ministry’s profiles, achievements in the official conference programme.

The visit opens a way forward to a fruitful partnership with the Ministry and its agencies to work together to advance the communication of science, technology, and innovation for national development.

Isola Moses | ����

The Federal Government has urged the young population to take advantage of several youth empowerment programmes and initiatives of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.

Chief Sunday Dare, CON, Special Adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Media and Public Communications, stated this while addressing over 24,000 young Nigerians at the recent Arise Congress 2.0, held at the Baptist International Convention Centre along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway.

The event with the theme, “The Emergence of Champions”, holds from Wednesday, September 3, 2025, to Saturday, September 6, 2025.

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Chief Dare, who is also Chairman of the Youth and Student Ministries Advisory Board of the Nigerian Baptist Convention, in his keynote speech, emphasised that Nigerian youths are the champions of President Tinubu’s administration.

The Presidential aide disclosed Tinubu has initiated several policies benefiting young Nigerians.

The President has also provided the youths with a platform to reach their potential and excel, using their faith, talent and skills, Dare stated.

Underlining the ultimate importance of values needed to attain success, Dare emphasised how character, discipline, determination, and self-motivation could fast-track success.

He further encouraged Nigerian youths to take available opportunities in the Tinubu administration, and make a positive impact in their respective communities.

Some Tinubu administration’s initiatives, by Dare

Advising Nigerian youths to have faith in President Tinubu’s administration, Chief Dare equally used the occasion to list some of the current administration’s programmes and initiatives that aimed at empowering young Nigerians.

These, he noted, include the following:

– NELFUND Tuition Loans and Stipends: Over 600,000 students now benefit from these programmes.

– Renewed Hope Conditional Cash Transfer: Amied at providing affordable houses for three million vulnerable households have.

– Food Security and Poverty Alleviation: The administration has released over thousands of metric tons of grains from federal strategic reserves and implemented emergency nutrition support in several states, among others.

Also in attendance at the event were notable figures, such as Rev. Israel Adelani Akanji, FAR (Convener and President of the Nigerian Baptist Convention); Rev. Dr. S. Olawuyi James (Host and Director of Youth and Student Ministries); Rev. Dr. Israel Kristilere (Chairman of the Central Planning Committee); Rev. Michael Onyegbu; Pastor Fela Durotoye; and CP Lanre Ogunlowo (Commissioner of Police, Ogun State).

Isola Moses | ����

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said his administration’s bold economic reforms, which aim to re-engineer and restore Nigeria to its enviable position in the comity of nations, are achieving favourable results now.

��ñ���� reports President Tinubu said this Tuesday, September 2, 2025, in Abuja, FCT, noted the country’s economy is now stable and attracting interest from around the world.

The President had shared the sentiment with His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Oladunni Olaoye, Orumogege III, the Soun of Ogbomosoland, in audience with some other Royal Fathers from across Ogbomosoland, in South-West Nigeria.

President Tinubu in a group photograph with Oba Olaoye and his entourage

He also said: “Years of neglect and self-deception, fake records, smuggling, and all of that denied Nigeria the necessary revenue for progress and development.

“Then we were confronted again with arbitrage trading of currency, an illusion of selling papers, corruption all over the place, and the integrity of the country and its economy being extremely and adversely challenged.

“We had to take those actions. With your prayers, patience, perseverance and great understanding, I’m glad to tell you today that the economy is stabilised. The bleeding has stopped. Haemorrhage is gone; the patient is alive.”

On upgrades in infrastructure within two years

The President also said the establishment of NELFUND was to ensure that no student would drop out because of poverty.

He affirmed that everybody has a right to education as it is the “greatest weapon you can give to human beings against poverty; that’s what we are doing. We have remained aggressive on our infrastructure. And it’s just two years.”

President Tinubu thanked the Soun of Ogbomoso for crediting his administration with the bold decisions taken immediately upon resumption of office.

The Nigerian leader further noted the people of Ogbomosoland are already feeling the modernisation and transformation introduced by the monarch, who promised to strengthen traditional institutions.

He pledged further engagements with Ministers for Power, Water Resources, Agriculture, and Works to look into the visiting king’s requests.

According to him, they can make Nigeria self-sufficient in agriculture.

Oba Olaoye commends Tinuub on far-reaching reforms 

Speaking during the visit, the Royal Father commended Tinubu for his incredible strides, which “only a bold leader could have recorded. Removing fuel subsidy has shown us that it is the right decision, and we can see the effects.”

Oba Olaoye said the Foreign Exchange (Forex) reforms and introduction of NELFUND have made it easier for several students to continue their schooling without considering dropping out.

The monarch also commended the President for awarding the contract for dualisation of the Oyo-Ogbomoso Road, which had been abandoned for decades, pointing out that the road would spur economic activities as a significant gateway to the North.

The paramount ruler, however, requested the President’s intervention in the water and power supply in Ogbomoso, the upgrading of the General Hospital in the town into a Federal Medical Centre.

He equally solicited the Federal Government’s support for the establishment of a research institute to enhance the development and transformation of the famous ‘Ogbomoso mangoes and cashew nuts’ into a viable agricultural enterprise.

Oba Olaoye thanked the President for appointing Ogbomoso sons into his administration.

These notably include the Federal Inland Revenue Service Chairman, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, and the Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement, Debo Adedokun.

On the entourage of the Soun of Ogbomosoland during the visit to the State House, in Abuja, were five other Kings representing the five councils in Ogbomosoland, namely High Chief Samuel Otolorin, the Areago of Ogbomosoland; HRM, Oba Oyetunji Adeyeye, the Alajaawa of Ajaawa; HRM Oba Bolarinwa Ezekiel Olajide, the Onisapa of Isapa; HRM Oba Babatunde Amao, the Aale Oke-elerin, and HRM Oba Prof. Akinola John Akintola, the Olokin-apa of Okin-apa.

Others were High Chief Ogundare Oluwakemi Rebecca, Iyalode of Ogbomosoland; Prof. Sola Adepoju, former DG Forestry Research Institute of Nigeria; Chief Tunji Olaniyi, a businessman, and Alhaji Abdul Ganiyu Atanda Owodunni, the Aare Musulumi of Ogbomosoland.

Also present was Chief Sunday Dare, a prominent ‘son of the soil’, the Agbaakin of Ogbomosoland and Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communication.

Gbenga Kayode | ����

Taking the centre stage before the global community, who gathered in Yokohama, Japan, Nigerian women have showcased innovative solutions, driving a new narrative of tech-led growth at the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9).

The conference, with the theme: “Co-Create Innovative Solutions with Africa”, served as a critical platform for leaders and investors to forge partnerships and explore new avenues for the continent’s development.

��ñ���� reports the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), said the key thematic global event focused on the future of Africa’s startup ecosystems.

Three Nigerian women innovators, all finalists from the IgniteHer Bootcamp for Women Entrepreneurs, mounted the global stage, and pitched their groundbreaking solutions to a distinguished audience of Japanese investors and international partners.

NITDA disclosed the bootcamp was a joint initiative by Nigeria’s IT sector regulator and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

According to the agency, both NITDA and JICA specifically designed the initiative to dismantle the significant barriers that women face in the tech world, including limited access to funding and mentorship.

The agency also noted that one of the standout presentations came from Kemisola Bolarinwa, a female innovator and Founder of Nextwear Technologies.

Bolarinwa showcased a cutting-edge, Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered device for early detection of potential breast abnormalities.

Her solution leverages technology to address a critical health challenge, demonstrating the power of grassroots innovation in public healthcare.

Anita Ngeri, Founder of Nibi’s Tech, an educational technology company, in Nigeria, also made another pitch at the bootcamp before the global partners and potential investors.

Ngeri’s solution is designed to provide young Nigerians with digital skills for the future.

NITDA explained Nibi’s Tech company partners with schools, particularly in the Niger Delta region, to offer hands-on training in subjects, such as coding, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Web Design.

The tech compai is focused on bridging the digital divide and nurturing the next generation of innovators and leaders, stated the agency.

Odion Ikyo, Co-founder of PrimeSafePath Solutions, pitched her company’s flagship product, MaternalRecord Pro.

According to NITDA, this platform is Nigeria’s first AI-powered, multi-tenant data automation system, designed to replace outdated paper records in Primary Healthcare Centres (PHCs).

By enabling real-time data capture and early risk detection, MaternalRecord Pro aims to significantly reduce maternal mortality rates across the country.

The agency also affirmed that the presence of the young innovators at the event in Japan further highlighted not only Nigeria’s vibrant tech ecosystem, but also the pivotal role of women-led startups in shaping Africa’s future.

The Nigerian IT sector regulator averred that their participation aligns with the objectives of Project NINJA, JICA’s flagship initiative dedicated to building robust startup ecosystems, expanding funding opportunities, and fostering strategic partnerships between African startups and Japanese investors.

The agency stated: “As Nigeria continues to advance its digital transformation agenda, NITDA remains steadfast in its commitment to supporting women entrepreneurs and strengthening global collaborations to unlock new opportunities for inclusive economic growth.

“This event underscores a powerful message: empowering women in technology is not just about equity, but a strategic economic imperative for national development.”

Isola Moses | ����

Contrary to the trending social media narrative about an empty booth labelled ‘NIGERIA’, at the ongoing 9th Tokyo International Conference for African Development (TICAD9), in Yokohama, Japan, the Federal Government has said the viral misleading claim was completely a misrepresentation of Nigeria’s “mission and activities at the conference”.

The Presidency also explained that it understood the urge by many social media users to seek clicks with many incorrect posts.

Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, who noted this Wednesday, August 20, 2025, however, said: “We also recognise that the author may have acted out of patriotic concern.

“But it is a concern inspired by ignorance about Nigeria’s mission at the triennial conference.”

The government stated that the Nigerian delegation to the summit, led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, “is laser-focused on its core objectives of achieving tangible outcomes from the scheduled lineup of bilateral and multilateral engagements, targeted at driving optimum performance in key sectors of the economy, especially in power, industry and agriculture.”

Onanuga also said the official delegation, working with Corporate Nigeria, represented by some of the country’s leading business leaders, “didn’t come to Yokohama and Tokyo to attend any Trade Expo, designed as an open forum for participating nations.”

The statement disclosed the Nigerian Association of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines, and Agriculture (NACCIMA), is scheduled to host an investment forum Thursday, August 21.

The Presidential aide said the Nigerian Ministers were busy with bilateral sideline discussions.

Likewise, President Tinubu will lead meetings with the Executives of Toyota Corporation, CFAO, UN-Habitat, UNDP, and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Onanuga noted.

The delegation’s schedule, he restated, “does not include participation in an open forum trade exhibition.”

The statement further explained specifically, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Honourable Minister for Power, would be leading the pre-activation meeting to execute several power projects in Nigeria that are being funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

The government revealed one of the projects is the Lagos-Ogun Power Transmission System Improvement, which is designed to improve the wheeling capacity and grid stability and enable the connection of industrial customers on the corridor.

There is also the partnership between the National Power Training Institute (NAPTIN) and JICA to enhance Vocational Training Delivery for the power sector.

The third power project is the Distributed Access Through Renewable Energy Scale-up, for which $190 million has been provided.

The Minister for Power is scheduled to negotiate with notable Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) such as TOSHIBA and HITACHI.

The Bank of Industry, led by Dr. Supo Olusi, Managing Director/Chief Executive, is also in high-level discussions with the Japan International Cooperation Agency and other participating multilateral institutions for its annual global fund syndication.

The statement added: “Social media posts are often sensational, and do not tell complete stories, just as the trending video does not capture Nigeria’s participation at TICAD 9.

“Our country is fully and well-represented and part of the essential conversations and negotiations that are going on at TICAD9.”

Isola Moses | ����

Ayuba Gufwan, Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NDPWD), has commended the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) for organising a recent sensitisation workshop on digital citizenship for Persons With Disabilities (PWDs), in Abuja, FCT.

��ñ���� reports the event held Thursday, July 17 with the theme: ‘Empowering All – Advancing Digital Citizenship and Inclusion for Persons with Disabilities’.

Gufwan expressed his delight for the NCC over its forward-thinking initiative aimed at bridging the digital divide, and enhancing the active participation of Persons With Disabilities in the Nigerian digital ecosystem.

The Executive Secretary of NDPWD, represented by Mr. Lawrence Idemudia, Director of Social Integration of the Commission, said the NCC’s effort was not only timely but also aligned with national and international commitments to inclusion, accessibility, and sustainable development.

Kigbu Ishaku, Head of Media and Publicity at the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities, stated: “As we gather here today, we are reminded of the transformative potential of information and communication technologies in advancing equality, inclusion, and independent living for persons with disabilities.

“The digital space when made accessible can eliminate barriers to education, employment, health, and civic participation.”

The statement further noted Gufwan affirmed that the session offered a strategic platform for stakeholders to engage, exchange knowledge, and build collective capacity in advancing digital inclusion.

The NCPWD Executive Secretary encouraged all participants, policy makers, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) professionals, civil society actors, and persons with disabilities, to take the opportunity to foster innovative and inclusive digital solutions that leave no one behind.

He further reiterated that the NCPWD remains committed to working collaboratively with the NCC and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that Nigeria’s digital transformation is inclusive, participatory, and empowering for all, especially persons with disabilities.

According to Ishaku, the key takeaway of the workshop was that digital citizenship is an indispensable tool as inclusion in it is beneficial in the areas of access to information, improved communication, life transformation and empowerment, enhanced digital education, inclusive remote employment, tech savvy and enhanced education, amongst others.

Policy objectives of digital citizenship workshop

The statement disclosed some of the outcome of the workshop include discussions of the importance of online safety, privacy and ethical behaviours, among others.

Others, the Commission stated, include the presentation by Barr. Ikem Onuegbunam on bridging the digital divide gap and removing the stigma on Persons With Disabilities.

The highlight of the workshop was the presentation of braille books by the NCC to the NCPWD, presented by the NCC’s Director of Digital Economy, Mrs. Olatokunboh Oleyele and received by Mr. Lawrence Idemudia, on behalf of the Commission, the statement noted.

The Commission as well distributed Certificates of participation to everyone in attendance.

Alexander Davis | ����

As part of success story of the Great Ife Alumni (Ikeja) Cooperative Multipurpose Society, the Lagos State Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives has applauded the leadership of the society for their commitment, which has placed the Cooperative at the envy of others.

The Lagos State Government through the supervisory Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives noted this in a recent letter of commendation dated 5th May, 2025, and signed by Mrs Zulikha O. Ibraheem, Director of Cooperatives of the Ministry to the leadership of the GIMM (Ikeja) Multipurpose Cooperative Society.

Cutting of the AGM cake

In order to sustain the tempo, Great Ife (Ikeja) Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited has elected a new management team to lead the affairs of the society for the next two financial years 2025 to 2027.

This follows the outcome of the first elective Annual General Meeting of the Society, which took place Sunday, August 3, at the body’s secretariat at the Obafemi Awolowo University Guest House/Hotels, Opebi, Allen, in Ikeja, Lagos.

The AGM was held under under the established procedure and the supervision of officials from the Lagos State Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives.

Among the officials in attendance were Olubukola Adesanmi – Cooperative Supervisor, Lanre Ariyo – Presisent, Ikeja Cooperative Multipurpose Union, Mr. Said Ige – PRO, Ikeja Cooperative Multipurpose Union,

Mr. Amusan – Deputy Area Officer and Representative of the Area Officer, Mrs Olugbemiga Odukoya, among others.

The event also had in attendance members of the Cooperative from different parts of the world.

These included delegates from the United Kingdom, Canada, United States, and other parts of Nigeria, with over 50 Cooperators physically in attendance.

The new Management Team of GIMM (Ikeja) Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited is composed of a fine blend of seasoned professionals in diverse careers and businesses.

The President, Moshood Fatai, is a travel and tourism consultant and former senior administrative staff at the West African College of Surgeons while Hilary Damissah, Vice-President, is a versatile media practitioner, with over 20 years of experience in multimedia journalism, public relations, and event management as well as public sector consultant on reputation and stakeholders’ management.

Similarly, Mayokun Oluwemimo, the Treasurer, is a banker and Branch Manager at one of the Ecobank branches in Lagos.

The First Ex-officio, Olawumi Taiwo, is also a former banker and now entrepreneur with business interest in haulage and logistics spanning over two decades.

Other elected Management team officials are Abibat Ogunleye – Secretary; Juliana ‘Funmilola Alabi – Assistant Secretary; Barr. Akingbade Dada, second -Ex-Officio and Kamilu Oladipupo, Financial Secretary.

Worthy of note is the fact that all the newly-elected Management team were returned unopposed from the founding management team due to their commendable performance and progress recorded by the Cooperative since it’s inauguration December 19, 2022.

The Chairman of the 2025 AGM and Vice-President, Damissah, expressed gratitude to all for the success of the first elective AGM of the GIMM Cooperative.

He stated: “I’d like to take this opportunity to specially thank everyone for your cooperation and support towards a successful AGM/Election 2025.”

The Vice-President applauded the dedication and service of the Cooperators and particularly the leadership for their unrelenting efforts to drive growth and social inclusion among the members.

In his acceptance remarks on behalf of the newly elected management team, Fatai, the President, thanked the officials of the Lagos State Government, and other invited guests for their goodwill and encouragement towards the growth of the Cooperative Society.

“To all of us newly elected, let’s see this as another opportunity to be of service to others because we’ve been found worthy of these positions and responsibilities entrusted on us,” he enthused.

Fatai said that the Cooperative would explore new investment opportunities to build collective wealth and welfare for the members.

“As a team, we shall be more innovative, engaging, and proactive towards scaling faster and to create more opportunities for our members,” he remarked.

About Great Ife Alumni (Ikeja) Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited

The Great Ife Alumni (Ikeja) Cooperative Multipurpose Society Limited was inaugurated December 19, 2022, and now has a membership subscription of 128 Cooperators as of August, 3rd 2025.

Interestingly, non-members of Great Ife (OAU) make up 30 percent of the Cooperators, as permitted by the Lagos State Government Cooperative Bye Law.

The Cooperative is driving investment in strategic financial portfolios and has grown in capital base appreciably from zero just over two years ago to about forty-two million, four hundred and ninety-four thousand Naira (N42,494,000) as of the financial year ending December 31, 2024.

Isola Moses | ����

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sympathised with his Ghanaian President John Mahama, the Government, and people of the country, following the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of Defence Minister Edward Boamah, Environment Minister Ibrahim Muhammed, and six others.

Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President on Information and Strategy, Wednesday, August 6, stated President Tinubu assured Mahama, and all Ghanaians that the thoughts and prayers of the government and people of Nigeria are with them during this time of profound national loss.

He urged the Ghanaian nation and the bereaved families and friends to find comfort in the knowledge that their loved ones died in the line of patriotic service to the country.

He prayed for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed and strength for those left behind.

The Ghanaian armed forces reported a chopper carrying three crew and five passengers dropped off the radar on Wednesday.

Television station Joy News broadcast cell phone footage from the crash scene showing smouldering wreckage amid a heavily forested area earlier in the day.

Muniru Mohammed, Ghana’s Deputy National Security Coordinator and former Agriculture Minister, was among the dead, along with Samuel Sarpong, Vice-Chairman of Mahama’s National Democratic Congress party.

��ñ���� reports Boamah became the Ghanaian Defence Minister earlier this year shortly after Mahama’s swearing-in January 2025.

Muhammed was serving as the Minister of Environment, Science and Technology.

Ghanaian authorities affirmed that everyone onboard the crashed helicopter was killed in the acciden.

The passengers aboard the crashed helicopter were headed for an event on illegal mining — a major environmental issue in the west African country, report noted.

Isola Moses | ����

Farwill Consult, Lagos, Nigeria, has officially launched its ecotourism initiative in a grand style with an unforgettable three-day road trip to Ife Grand Resort, in Ile-Ife, Osun State of Nigeria.

The firm said the trip to the location in the state, as part efforts at promoting local travel and immersive cultural experiences, showcasing the beauty, history, and culture of Southwestern part of the country.

Farwill Consult is a leading business and travels consultancy firm, known for organisation of training, retreats, conferences and honeymoons in different cities, and travel advisory services to numerous clients across the world.

The company relived a recent experience during the tour, which commenced in Lagos, was a vibrant blend of adventure, education, and cultural appreciation, culminating at the stunning Ife Grand Resort, Farwill Consult stated.

Recalling the crew’s experience first day of the journey from Lagos to Ibadan, Oyo State capital, the firm noted the taste of culture and cuisine of the South-West region.

It also stated: “The journey began on a bright Friday morning as participants gathered in Lagos for what would be a road trip to remember.

“The first stop was Bower’s Tower in Ibadan — a historical site perched atop a hill, offering panoramic views of the ancient city.

“Participants took in the scenery and captured memorable photos of the skyline.

According to the company, the next port of call in Ibadan was the University of Ibadan (UI) Zoological Garden, in Ibadan, where travellers had a close-up encounter with nature as well as diverse animal species.

Guides shared fascinating insights into animal behaviourial patterns and conservation, sparking conversations about wildlife protection in Nigeria.

Of course, no trip to Ibadan is complete without a culinary stop, it stated.

The travelling group headed for the iconic “Amala Skye”, where they equally enjoyed steaming plates of amala, ewedu, gbegiri, and assorted meats — a truly satisfying taste of Southwestern cuisine.

Visiting the iconic Ife Grand Resort

“With bellies full and spirit high, the group continued on to the much-anticipated Ife Grand Resort.

“On arrival, they were welcomed with a vibrant cultural performance — traditional dancers clad in rich Yoruba attire greeted guests with drums, chants, and joyful energy,” Farwill Consult recalled.

Hiking…

It further said the evening concluded with a guided tour of the resort, showcasing its serene environment, natural architecture, and eco-friendly design.

Whereas on day two of the trip, royalty and history, in Ile-Ife.

Saturday was all about heritage and storytelling, the company noted.

According to Farwill Consult, the first destination was the Ooni of Ife’s Palace, an edifice the company described as “a place rich in Yoruba history and tradition”.

Farwill Consult stated: “Guests listened to captivating stories of the legendary crown, and how it has represented the strength and unity of the Yoruba people for centuries.

“The palace visit offered a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of Ile-Ife as the cradle of Yoruba civilisation.”

The travelling team made its way to Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, known for its stunning architecture and strong academic legacy. Participants explored the campus, marvelled at its structural design, and learned about the university’s origin and contributions to Nigeria’s intellectual development.

The firm noted that the day witnessed a light hike across one of the scenic hills within the university grounds, offering a moment of connection with nature.

On day three of the journey, the company Saud the crew felt refreshed, educated, and made a reflective journey back to Lagos.

Farwill Consult said conversations on the bus revolved around the new knowledge gained, cultural pride rediscovered, and friendships formed.

The mood was celebratory yet contemplative — proof that travel has the power to inspire and unite, it noted.

On promoting ecotourism for a better tomorrow

Speaking on their memorable experiences at the end of the trip, Mr. Moshood Fatai, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Farwill Consult, emphasised the importance of ecotourism in reshaping how Nigerians see their dear country.

Fatai said: “Many Nigerians don’t know the richness of their own land. “We often look outward when the most captivating experiences are right here.”

He also averred: “Ecotourism is not just about sightseeing; it’s about education, sustainability, and connection.

“It’s time we focus more on exploring Nigeria responsibly and proudly.”

As Farwill Consult launches, and sets a new standard for domestic tourism, the company noted that the three-day trip to Ife Grand Resort wasn’t just about relaxation after all.

The company averred the whole experience was a movement “to ignite national pride, preserve cultural heritage, and promote sustainable travel practices.”