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Ijebu Heritage Group Honours 9 Eminent Nigerians at Annual Award Night

The Chairman of Ijebu Heritage Group Otunba Olalekan Belo was ably supported by eminent dignitaries and members who graced the occasion.   

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The Ijebu Heritage group held its annual award dinner at the The Metropolitan Club Lagos to showcase its contributions to the society and recognize 9 of its distinguished members for their outstanding personal achievements.

The Chairman of Ijebu Heritage Group Otunba Olalekan Belo was ably supported by eminent dignitaries and members who graced the occasion.   

Dr Biodun Shobanjo of Troyka Holdings who chaired the ceremony in his comments further emphasized the tremendous contributions of Ijebu Heritage Group over the years as its members continue to provide inspirational leadership in all fields of endeavour.

The distinguished personalities celebrated at the event include, Dr. Segun Ogunsanya (Appointment as Group Chief Executive Officer/Managing Director Airtel Africa), Prof Otunba Toyin Ashiru (Appointment as Pro Chancellor Olabisi Onabanjo University and National Honours of OON), Otunba Bimbo Ashiru (Appointment as Chairman Odua Group of Companies), Otunba Seyi Oduntan (Appointment as Chairman Wemabod and National Honours OON), Mr. Tokunboh Talabi. (Appointment as Secretary to Ogun State Government), Mr. Dapo Okubadejo (Appointment as Commissioner For Finance & Chief Economic Adviser for Ogun State), Otunba Bimbo Ogunbanjo (National Honours OFR), Bababode Osunkoya (Appointment as Chairman Access Holding) Sen. Olorunnimbe Mamora (Appointment as Hon. Minister of Science & Technology Federal Republic of Nigeria).

Congratulations to all the Awardees and Ijebu Heritage Group. Heritage…Olu Iwa!!!

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Celebrities Turn Up For The Dedication Of Ali Baba’s Triplets In Lagos

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Comedians such as AY Makun, Seyi Law, and MC Lively and many other celebrities were in attendance at the child dedication ceremony of ace comedian Atunyota Akpobome, popularly known as Ali Baba.

Recall that the comedian announced the birth of his triplets, born two months earlier, on his Instagram account on Monday, April 1, 2024. However, some netizens thought it was a prank which Ali Baba didn’t bother clarifying.

Here are pictures from the dedication ceremony.

We congratulate him and his wife once more.

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Education

Federal Government Sets To Commence School-To-Work Scheme

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The Federal Government says plans are underway to launch a school-to-work scheme to enable youths to become productive and self-employed.

The Executive Secretary of Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Dr. Hamid Bobboyi disclosed this in Abuja during a meeting with Commissioners of Education, Executive State and FCT Universal Basic Chairmen, Education Boards and UBEC on the School-to-Work Scheme.

Bobboyi in his keynote address, disclosed that the target group for the scheme are learners in the junior secondary schools. He added that it will provide them the opportunity to detect early in life where their talents and potential lie, between academic pursuit and vocational skills development.

Explaining how the Scheme will run, the UBEC Boss stated that it is structured to provide at least six months training, broken into two months per year of study in the junior secondary school.

Also speaking, the Director Basic Education, Federal Ministry of Education, Dr. Folake Davies, stated that the Scheme which is inline with the road map policy of the ministry, is designed to provide youths with the requisite experience necessary to excel whenever they find themselves in the working environment.

The Director, who was represented by Rose Onoja stated that only collaborative effort from the Federal, State, and Local Government levels and active involvement from the private sector will make the implementation of the program successful. Liberate actions to mitigate the living conditions of their constituents.

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Big Congratulations To BBNaija Star, Miracle Igbokwe Who Graduated With Distinction From Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University In Florida USA

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The reality TV star disclosed this on his Instagram story on Friday, sharing a video of the moment he climbed the stage to receive his certificate.

Over the years, He has carried us along his Journey of becoming a trained pilot. In July 2018, Ikechukwu obtained his Private Pilot License and Flight Dispatcher License.

In March 2019, he further disclosed that he obtained his certification as an “Instrument Rated” pilot.

He was also reported to have celebrated passing his Flight Instructor exam in 2023, as he completed his aviation training and earned pilot certification from US aviation authorities in 2024.

Miracle was in aviation school before the BBNaija show and returned to complete his training immediately after clinching the grand prize.

We congratulate him on his commitment to achieving this height. And we wish him the very best ahead.

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