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By: Temitope OYEKAN In a momentous occasion, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat MADEIN, the immediate past and first female Accountant General of the Federation (Nigeria), has emerged the President of the Christ Apostolic Grammar School Old Students' Association (CAGSOSA) 76-81 set. Delivering her acceptance speech shortly after the election held at the alma mater on Sunday, 1st June, 2025, Dr. MADEIN expressed her profound gratitude to the Electoral Committee, led by Pastor Kunle ADESEMOWO for their dedication and transparency throughout the electoral process. She also thanked members of the association for their decorum and mutual respect during the election period, noting that their conduct reflects the association's strong foundations of love and purpose. Dr. MADEIN pledged to lead an administration guided by accountability, transparency, and responsibility, promising to work collaboratively with members to build a united front driven by shared memories and a determi...

Honours members with awards and Chieftaincy Titles By: Temitope OYEKAN The Blessed Bomode Oku Society, Iperu Remo, Ogun State, a foremost socio-cultural age-grade group, has celebrated its 60th anniversary on Saturday, 31st May, 2025. The event featured the commissioning of the BBOS Secretariat/Multipurpose Hall,  installation of chiefs and presentation of awards of honour to deserving members.  The society founded in 1964, has a membership strength of over 100, both at home and in the diaspora, who are all doing well in their chosen professions. Among them are successful business owners and top civil servants who have attained the peak of their career in both the state and federal civil services, including the first female Accountant General of the Federation, Dr. Oluwatoyin Sakirat MADEIN, who retired few months ago after an unblemished career and her meritorious service to the country. The Secretary and Giwa of the society, Pr...

The Chairman of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, has joined other well-meaning Nigerians in celebrating with the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, describing it as a period of deep spiritual reflection, compassion and unity. In a goodwill message issued on Friday, the AMORAN Chairman congratulated all Muslim faithful in Ogun State and across the country for witnessing another Eid, urging them to uphold the values of sacrifice, obedience and peaceful coexistence which the festival symbolizes.  “Eid al-Adha reminds us of the virtue of total submission to the will of Almighty Allah and the power of sacrificial giving,” he said. “As we mark this significant occasion, I encourage all our Muslim brothers and sisters to embrace the teachings of the season which includes love, humility and tolerance.” He commended the adherents of the Islamic faith for their continued support toward peace and developm...