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Bayelsa IGR Soars from N1.2bn to N5bn in Three Months

Mrs. Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, revealed this during the Transparency Briefing for January and February in Yenagoa. She attributed the growth to…
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President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr. Ayo Sotinrin as the new Managing Director of the Bank of Agriculture, effective immediately. Sotinrin brings a diverse and extensive background in the private and public sectors to his new role. According to a statement by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Friday, before the appointment, he held the position of Group Chief Executive Officer at SAO Group. His leadership at SAO Agro, an agribusiness company, was marked by groundbreaking agricultural initiatives, including developing a 20,000-hectare oil palm plantation and large-scale poultry, aquaculture, maize, and cassava operations in Ondo State. He also led SAO Capital, raising over $750 million in infrastructure and development finance, including the landmark $200 million Akure Water Supply Project. RELATED Benue Community Seeks Action Against Kidnapping Benue Community Seeks Action Against Kidnapping 8 minutes ago JUST-IN: Popular Bauchi Islamic Cleric, Idris Abdul’aziz, Is Dead Tinubu Mourns Bauchi Islamic Cleric Idris Dutsen Tanshi 39 minutes ago In the public sector, he served as Special Adviser (Environment & Urban Development) to the Minister of State FCT from 2011 to 2015. He has consulted extensively for global development partners such as the World Bank, AfDB, DFID, and USAID and played key advisory roles on federal and state-level projects. His international background includes roles at the Royal Bank of Scotland International, Deutsche Bank, and the UK Environment Agency. Mr. Sotinrin holds an Executive MBA from Said Business School, Oxford University; an Advanced Diploma in Environmental Conservation; and a Master’s in Engineering Business Management from Warwick University. Mr Sotinrin’s appointment aligns with the Tinubu administration’s strategy to revitalise Nigeria’s agricultural sector. “Mr Sotinrin’s proven ability to mobilise capital, innovate in agribusiness, and collaborate across sectors will be instrumental in repositioning the Bank of Agriculture as a catalyst for food security, sovereignty and rural prosperity,” President Tinubu emphasised

Ayo Sotinrin as the new Managing Director of the Bank of Agriculture, effective immediately. Sotinrin, a seasoned professional with experience…
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Ijoba Lande Shares Disappointing Experience with Funke Akindele

Ganiyu Kehinde Morufu, popularly known as Ijoba Lande, has shared his disappointing experience working with actress and producer Funke Akindele,…
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Oyo State Enhances Security for Alaafin’s Coronation

Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2025. To ensure the safety and smooth flow of the…
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Boxer Bash Ali Calls for Action on Historic Championship

Bash Ali has written a heartfelt letter to President Bola Tinubu, expressing frustration over alleged corruption that has hindered a…
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Daystar Hosts Women’s Empowerment Conference

Daystar Christian Centre is set to host the 2025 Women of Destiny Conference (WoDC), a transformative gathering aimed at helping…
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JaneMichael Ekanem Urges Designers to Stand Out

JaneMichael Ekanem has encouraged young fashion designers to focus on building their brands and embracing uniqueness to attract the right…
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Wahalanetwork Redefines Entertainment Blogging with Credibility

In an era dominated by fake news, Wahalanetwork, a leading Nigerian entertainment blog, has set itself apart by prioritizing credibility…
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Burna Boy Adopts New Nickname ‘Jean Béna Dieudonné’

Burna Boy (Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu) has introduced a new alias—Jean Béna Dieudonné—following his latest collaboration with French-Haitian singer Joé Dwèt…
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Talent Manager Olatunji Emmanuel Urges Artists to Embrace Hard Work

Olatunji Emmanuel has advised artists to look beyond raw talent and prioritize hard work and discipline to succeed in the…