Author: Herald Newspaper

By Raheem Adedoyin In recent times, I have been reeling from the death of close friends, acquaintances and compatriots. Now, the addition of His Excellency, Muhammadu Buhari (GCFR) to that list is more agonizing. I was not a fan (in fact, I was an antagonist) of General Muhammadu Buhari (GMB) when he was Nigeria’s military Head of the State. I was in the final year at the University of Lagos when he seized power in 1984. I was not an activist but the Aluta Continua spirit drove me to be against his regime. The dislike was heightened by his regime’s…

By Ruth Adebayo The Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and the Senator representing Kwara South Senatorial District, Sen. Lola Ashiru are among the important guests expected to grace the launch of a ₦200 million Endowment Fund by the Esie/Iludun Grammar School Old Students Association (EIGSOSA). National President of EIGSOSA, Dr. Femi Ogunremi informed vide a press statement that the event will take place on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at House 12, Onikanga Road, GRA Ilorin, Kwara State, starting at 10:00 am prompt. According to him, the launch aims to revive the school through sustainable endowment programs that will ultimately…

Ahead of the October 12, 2025 presidential election, Cameroon’s ageing President, Paul Biya has hinted of his intention to seek re-election for a record eighth term of office. At his present age of 92 years, Paul Biya is the oldest Head of State in the world and has been president of Camerron since 1982. Despite orchestrated voter apathy, Biya had contested and won presidential election in 2018 for a term of seven years; the election was widely adjudged by local and foreign observers as being riddled with irregularities and refusal to participate by many citizens. His perpetual presidency was made…

His Majesty, King Mohammed VI of Morocco has extended condolences to President Bola Tinubu over the death of former Nigerian president, Muhammadu Buhari. The monarch in a statement expressed sympathy to Tinubu, the late president’s family, and the people of Nigeria, describing the loss as a ‘sad occurrence’. He described Buhari as an “illustrious leader who worked untiringly to serve his country’s best interests and lead his people toward further progress and prosperity. “Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the bereaved. “I share your grief and want you to know how much I appreciated the working sessions I…

By Zarumi Mashood The Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has sent his heartfelt commiserations to the people and government of Ogun State on the passing of His Royal Highness the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona. The Governor’s condolence message was contained in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye. The Governor recalled that the Awujale was a towering cultural figure and a symbol of unity, honour, and respect whose reign marked a significant shift in royal leadership. He salutes the courage, carriage, and commitment with which the late Awujale led his…

By Zarumi Mashood The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) said it received with a profound sense of loss and sadness the death of His Excellency former President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR. Former President Muhammadu Buhari died in London on Sunday afternoon. The NGF’s condolence message was contained in a statement issued by its Chairman and Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq (CON). According to the statement, “This death is a significant depletion in the rank of Africa’s all-time great men. Muhammadu Buhari was not just a former President or military leader; he was a national political leader with profound moral courage, character,…

From Gold Rahman, Lokoja The Kogi State Auditor-General for Local Government, Hon. Yakubu Siyaka Adabenege, has admonished Directors of Local Government (DLGs) and Local Government Treasurers to adhere strictly to International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) for accurate and up-to-date financial records. Hon. Adabenege made the remark during a sensitisation meeting held on Wednesday at his office in Zone 8 Lokoja, with the key LG officials in attendance. According to him, compliance with the IPSAS serves as a strategic tool to improve local governance, transparency, and service delivery. He noted that adopting IPSAS would not only enhance the credibility of…

From Gold Rahman, Lokoja In the bid to strengthen its health services, Kogi State Government has trained health managers and planning officers on developing operational plans, with a focus on people-centered planning and effective implementation of the Sector-Wide Approach (SWAp) initiative. The initiative is in collaboration with Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (NHSRII), Nigeria Governors’ Forum, and Partners. Declaring the four-day workshop closed on Thursday in Lokoja, the Commissioner for Health Dr Abdulazeez Adeiza, said the SWAp) initiative would strengthening the state’s healthcare system. Abdulazeez, represented by the state’s Director Health Planning…

From Gold Rahman, Lokoja The media team of Kogi State former Governor Alhaji Alhaji Yahaya Bello has disassociated itself from the Yahaya Bello for APC national chairman position posters that flooded major streets in the federal capital territory Abuja. This was contained in a press statement signed by the media Director of the team Comrade Micheal Ohiare and made available to theheraldnews.ng on Friday in Lokoja. It described the action as the negative handiworks of political enemies of their chairman Alhaji Yahaya Bello. ”These reports would have, ordinarily, been ignored as those close to the former governor are aware that,…

Nigeria’s Super Falcons secured a hard-fought 1–0 victory over Botswana’s Mares in their second group match at the 2024 WAFCON in Morocco. Thursday’s encounter at Stade Larbi Zaouli saw the Southern Africans give the nine-time champions a real challenge throughout the game. Botswana signaled early intent, as Refilwe Tholakele’s fierce strike forced goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie into a quick double save. The Mares stayed resolute at the back, with goalkeeper Sedilame Bosija marshalling the defence and frustrating Nigeria’s attacking efforts. Midway through the first half, Ashley Plumptre surged forward but narrowly missed after a well-placed pass from Rasheedat Ajibade. Soon after,…