Author: Fashina Olugbenga

First HoldCo Plc has announced its unaudited financial results for the year ended 31 December 2025, reflecting a year of deliberate strategic actions aimed at strengthening its balance sheet, improving asset quality, and positioning the business for more resilient and sustainable growth amidst successful capital raise activities. As stated in the unaudited Group financial statement, FirstHoldCo recorded a 4.8% year-on-year (y-o-y) increase in its Gross earnings to N3.4 trillion, supported by a 36.3% y-o-y growth in net interest income of N1.9 trillion on the back of enhanced earnings yield and margins of 17.11% and 11.0%, respectively. Similarly, net fees and…

History was deliberately made as Ogun West’s finest minds gathered under the banner Ogun West Professionals for YAYI to send a clear, confident, and thunderous message across Ogun State: the time for Ogun West is now. At the colourful and well-attended YAYI Media Chat 2026, professionals drawn from governance, academia, medicine, law, media, and the private sector unanimously adopted Olamilekan Adeola Solomon (YAYI) as their preferred and consensus candidate for the 2027 Ogun State governorship election. The event was not just another political gathering; it was a declaration of readiness, unity, and purpose by a zone long known for its…

As Ogun State marks its golden jubilee, the celebration transcends ceremonies to become a moment of reflection, stock-taking, and forward thinking. Fifty years on, Ogun State stands proudly as Nigeria’s Gateway State—distinguished by industry, education, commerce, and cultural strength. Yet, this milestone also presents an opportunity to confront long-standing imbalances and to chart a more inclusive path of development across all constituencies. It is within this historic context that the Larrybash Movement is set to host a Special Golden Jubilee Symposium tomorrow, Monday, 2nd February, focused on the future of the Ado-Odo/Ota Federal Constituency. The symposium, themed “Setting a New…

The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr. Ola Olukoyede, has charged officers and men of the Commission to consistently uphold integrity as the foundation for credibility, relevance, and effectiveness in the fight against economic and financial crimes. Olukoyede gave the charge on Saturday, January 24, 2026, during the Commission’s 2025 Recognition and Reward Ceremony, an event held to honour officers who demonstrated exemplary performance in the discharge of their duties. Reaffirming his long-standing position on integrity as the bedrock of institutional trust, the EFCC Chairman stressed that the Commission’s standing as a leading anti-corruption agency…

At the dawn of a new year, amid songs of praise, heartfelt prayers, and an outpouring of love, High Chief Taofeek Abayomi Olanrewaju Bashorun—the inimitable LARRYBASH—celebrated another milestone in a life devoted to service, integrity, and the advancement of humanity, tradition, and his cherished Ado-Odo/Ota community. This was more than a birthday; it was a celebration of a life that inspires, uplifts, and transforms. From the earliest hours, the people of Ado-Odo/Ota rose in unison to honor their leader. Voices joined in gratitude, celebrating his generosity, humility, and unwavering commitment to the growth and prosperity of the land. To them,…

It was a day of joy, gratitude, and renewed hope on Saturday January 24, 2026, as the ancient and peace-loving community of Odan Otun Itele gathered in large numbers to celebrate a historic milestone—the 100 days in office of the Baale of Odan Otun Itele, High Chief Babajide Abiola Durojaye—marked by the unveiling and commissioning of people-oriented developmental projects.The colourful ceremony, held at the Palace of the Baale of Odan Otun Itele, drew royal fathers, traditional chiefs, community leaders, youth and women groups, traders, and invited guests from far and near, all united in celebration of a reign already defined…

The attention of the Palace of Olofin Adimula Oodua of Ado-Odo kingdom has been drawn to a disclaimer issued from the Palace of the Onidiota of Idiota, Ado-Odo which seeks to declare the celebration of Orile-Idiota Day as illegal and unrecognized. This publication is misleading and does not represent the true position of authority within Ado-Odo Kingdom. For the avoidance of doubt, Orile-Idiota under Chief Bankole Akeem and Idiota under Oba Kabiru Adeyinka Odewale both exist and operate under the jurisdiction and authority of the Olofin Adimula Oodua of Ado-Odo Kingdom, His Majesty Oba Olusola Idris Adebowale Lamidi-Osolo Otenibotemole II.…

AZEEM SALAKO CONGRATULATES HON. KAZEEM SALAKO ON BIRTHDAY, PRAISES PIONEERING REPRESENTATION AND CALLS FOR RENEWED LEGACY OTA, OGUN STATE. On behalf of my family, I extend heartfelt greetings and felicitations to our dear Hon. Kazeem Salako on the occasion of his birthday anniversary today, 23rd January 2026. It is noteworthy to mention that Hon. Kazeem Salako holds a pivotal place in the political history of Ota land, Ogun State, as the first and to date ONLY Ota indigene to have ever represented the Ado-Odo/Ota federal constituency in the Federal House of Representatives. His feat remains a beacon of pride, as…

He Died In His Room, Rot, Turned To Skeleton And Nobody Noticed For 4 Years. Before you hear his name, answer this question in your mind. If you died today, how long would it take before anyone noticed. This is not a riddle. It is not a movie line. It is the true story of a Nigerian man who died in his own house, and for four long years, nobody knew. On the 20th January, 2026, a strange and disturbing discovery was made in Ibadan, Oyo State. It was not a crime scene filled with blood or broken doors. It…

Birthdays offer moments not only to celebrate years added, but to reflect on the value a life has brought to humanity. Today, as Honourable Kazeem Salako marks another year, the people of Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area celebrate more than a birthday; they celebrate a leader whose impact is deeply etched in the hearts of the people. Honourable Salako’s leadership journey has been defined by service, humility, and an uncommon passion for grassroots development. From the very beginning, he has remained closely connected to the people, listening to their concerns, sharing in their struggles, and working tirelessly to turn their hopes…