Osun inferno victims solicit help

By Fisayo Akinduro,  Osogbo | Victims of the recent fire outbreak in Ikirun, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Osun State, have cried out for help from government and well-meaning Nigerians. The Hope Metro had reported that no fewer than eight shops were razed by fire at Oja Oba and Olawuwo Hassan Street, beside Ifelodun Local […]

I enjoyed my marriage for only two years – Widow of Flight Sergeant Olawumi

Victor Akinkuolie,  Ado-Ekiti | The widow of the late Flight Sergeant Olasunkan Olawumi, Mrs. Omolola Olawumi has explained that she only enjoyed her marriage with her late husband only in two years out of the ten years of their union. Mrs Olawumi spoke in an exclusive interview with The Hope Metro shortly after she returned […]

Should Nigerians be licensed to own firearms for self protection?

By Solomon Runsewe & Damilola Akinmolayan | Recently, Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed said herders’ AK47 is for protection, why can’t other Nigerians be licensed to bear arms for self defense too, is it advisable for Nigerians to be licensed to carry firearms to protect themselves too? The Hope Classics went to town to speak […]

Should Nigerians be licensed to own firearms for self protection?

By Solomon Runsewe & Damilola Akinmolayan | Recently, Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed said herders’ AK47 is for protection, why can’t other Nigerians be licensed to bear arms for self defense too, is it advisable for Nigerians to be licensed to carry firearms to protect themselves too? The Hope Classics went to town to speak […]

Owo muslims honour Akeredolu with ‘Agbesinga’ title

By Jimoh Ahmed,  Owo | Owo Muslim community has conferred the title of Agbesinga of Ondo State on Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, in recognition of his commitment to the promotion of religious harmony in the state. Governor Akeredolu was conferred with the title at the Second Term Inauguration Jumat Service held at the Owo Central Mosque. […]

Inclusive governance, our priority – Oyetola

By Fisayo Akinduro,  Osogbo | Osun State Governor, Gboyega Oyetola has reiterated his commitment to deepening the bond between his government and the people. He noted that he believes in the involvement of all critical stakeholders in the democratic governance of the state which is in tandem with the cardinal focus of the state civic […]

Let’s seek refuge in God, cleric charges

The Bishop of the Diocese of Akure (Church of Nigeria-Anglican Communion), Rt Revd Simeon Oluwole Borokini, has encouraged Christians especially in Nigeria to seek refuge in God for their protection instead of seeking traditional haven. The Bishop made this call shortly after the Diocesan lent message for Clergy held at the weekend at the retreat […]

Road construction: EKSG compensates farmers

By Victor Akinkuolie,  Ado-Ekiti | Farmers whose farms were affected in the ongoing dualisation of rural roads across the state have received compensations from the Ekiti State Government. The Ekiti State government recently embarked on the construction of a total of 1,000 rural roads across the 16 local government areas of the state. The Special […]

Marwa’s Offensive Against Narcotics

NIGERIA as the poverty headquarters of the world is again prominently in the world narcotics indices. The country is ranked among the highest in narcotic drugs use globally. THE National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, in 2018, confirmed massive increase in Nigeria’s drug debacle. According to the agency’s survey, 15 percent of the adult population in […]

We’ll support SMEs’ growth —FG

BY Francis Akinnodi | Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo has restated the belief of the federal government in the capacity of Small and Medium scale enterprises (SMEs) to stimulate economic activities and provide jobs. According to him, “The federal government believes wholeheartedly that SMEs are the bedrock of the economy and we are constantly aiming […]