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    By Victor Olubiye Oh, Depression, why must you kill while we breathe? Why the rife? Second only to death, why show no respect for life?   You crush the dreams of shepherds and flocks, tempting to commit suicide despite their strife. You grasp students, lecturers, and leaders in your icy grip unfold, Only the strong can rise and conquer your dark hold, When will you release us, allowing youth to see hope in the world?   We Ospolites vow to defeat you,   Before you render our admission worthless,   We will stand united to reclaim our lives from your guess.

By Victor Olubiye    The Mass Communication Department at Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, established in 1981 alongside with the institution when it is still a Satellite Campus of The Ibadan Starting with few Lecturers like Mr.T.A Durojaye,Mr.Bamikefa.   Over the years, the Mass Communication Department has grown to offer both National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programs, equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge for careers in journalism, broadcasting, public relations, and other related fields. The department is part of the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology, which houses departments such as Computer Science and Office Technology Management.    To begin with, the Mass Communication Department at Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, continues to uphold the institution's mission of producing middle-level manpower in the fields of Information and Communication Technology, among others. The department remains committed ...

    By Victor Olubiye   Good morning dear Nigerians and Nigeria's lovers !.Below is the Thursday's (yesterday) Top 13 News from North,East, South and West ranging from development,crimes, to sports and others that are of your interest. 1)Ijaw Groups Demand Immediate Reinstatement Of Governor Fubara.   2)Atiku, El-Rufai & Other Nigerian Leaders React to Rivers State Emergency & Fubara's Suspension.   3)Reno Omokri Throws Support For Tinubu Over Rivers Crisis, Accuses Abati Of Misinterpretation.    4)President Bola Tinubu on Thursday lauded the National Assembly for its decisive and patriotic ratification of the State of Emergency proclamation in Rivers State.   5)The Chairman of Lagos State Football Association, Olawale Liameed, says that Nigeria’s Super Eagles will bounce back to winning ways at the ongoing FIFA 2026 World Cup qualification. 6)Military High Command has reiterated that the Armed Forces of Nigeria will not fold its arms and ...

     By Victor Olubiye    Here Is The Top 10 Wednesday's (yesterday) National News: 1)Nigerians Blast Senator Ajibola Basiru Over Call For State Of Emergency In Osun The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ajibola Basiru, has come under heavy fire from Nigerians following his call for a state of emergency in Osun State.Basiru, while backing President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State, suggested that a similar move might be necessary in Osun. 2)Dangote Refinery Temporarily Suspends Petroleum Sales In Naira Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a temporary suspension of petroleum product sales in Naira, citing the need to align its sales currency with its crude oil procurement obligations, which are currently denominated in U.S. dollars. 3)Farmer arrested for stealing three bags of pineapples in Ogun. The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 53-year-old farmer, Oloyede David, for allegedly stealing th...

   By Victor Olubiye     Nigeria’s first professor of Mathematics is widely recognized to be Professor Adegoke Olubummo. He was born on April 19, 1923 in Orin Ekiti, Ondo State, Nigeria. His father was the revered Olorin of Orin, namely H.R.H. Oba William Adekolawolu Olubummo II , and his mother was Olori Abigael Osarayi Olubummo .    He was given birth to as a child of parents of high honor, he received an excellent education at Methodist schools in which he worked (Ifaki Methodist School) as a pupil teacher in 1937.     In 1938, at the age of 14, Olubumo entered Wesley College in Ibadan. In 1942 he returned to his alma mater as a teacher, and for the next few years taught at primary and secondary schools in Nigeria, Ghana (then the Gold Coast), and Sierra Leone. He earned his B.A. from Fourah College in Freetown Sierra Leone (1950).    Adegoke Olubummo earned his M.A. in Mathematics (1952) and his Ph.D. (1955) from King's ...

    By Victor Olubiye     1)9-Year-Old Alimot Osunbunmi Is The New Arugba Of Osun Osogbo.    Osun devotees have selected 9-year-old Alimot Osunbunmi as the new Arugba after the traditional divination process, entrusting her with the revered role in the annual Osun-Osogbo Festival. As the Arugba, Osunbunmi will lead the sacred procession, carrying a calabash filled with ritual offerings to the Osun River, a key aspect of the centuries-old festival dedicated to the Osun goddess. 2)Oyo LG Chairman Suspended Indefinitely Over Alleged Misconduct   The Chairman of Saki East Local Government Area, Emmanuel Adedokun, has been suspended Indefinitely by the Oyo State House of Assembly over allegations of gross misconduct. The suspension, which takes immediate effect, was announced during the Assembly’s plenary on Tuesday following a petition submitted by 11 members of the Peoples Democratic Party in Saki. 3)Islamisation Agenda: NSCIA Debunks False Claims Against...

   By Victor Olubiye 1. The name “Ivory Coast” reflected the major trade that occurred on that particular stretch of the coast, the export of ivory.  2. The country has two different names. The English version is Ivory Coast and the French version is Côte d’Ivoire. It is now known as its French name after the name was changed officially since 1985. Many people still call it Ivory Coast as it is easier to pronounce. 3. The country was founded in the middle of 18th century by Queen Abla Pokou. She was the one who made the decision to move Bauolé people from Ghana to the new lands in search of better living. But she had to pay a big price for it. The Queen’s child dr0wned while the people were crossing one of the rivers on the way to their new home.  4.Ivory Coast is the world's largest producer and exporter of cocoa beans.  5.The official language of Ivory Coast is French, which is also the language of government and education. 6.Ivory Coast  gained independe...

    By Victor Olubiye   Above is King of Benin, Oba Ovonramwen on the Britìsh yacht HM Ivy on his way to exıle in Esien, Calabar. ▪️Here is my compilation based on my research , might have omitted some or added one or two wrongly : ▪️List of Nigeria rulers dethrọned by the colonial Britısh: 1. Oba of Benin Ovoranwen Nogbaisi (1888 – 1897) 2. Emir of Kano Aliyu Ibn Abdullahi Maje Karofi (1903) 3. Emir of Ningi – Dan Yaya (1902) 4. Timi of Ede – Abibu Lagunju (1892) 5. Akarigbo of Remo – Oyebajo (1915) 6. Alase of Remo, High Chief Awolesi (1916) 7. Osemawe of Ondo – Oba Adekolurejo Jimosun II (1925) 8. Oba of Lagos – Ibikunle Akintoye & Kosoko (1845 & 1853) 9. Emir of Zaria, Mal. Muḥammad Kwasau  10. Emir of Katsina, Mal. Yero dan Musa 11. Emir of Bida,  Etsu Abubakar Ma'asaba. 12. Emir of Gwandu, Mallam Muhammad Aliyu 13. Emir of Gumel, Mallam Sarki Abubakar ▪️These rulers were dethroned during the colonial period due to various reasons, including cònflic...

    By Victor Olubiye 1. Rivers Crisis: You’re Already Down 2-0, Wike Tells Fubara  Says Fubara Surrounded Himself With People Who Lobbied Him To Be Governor.Political tensions in Rivers State have escalated as a power struggle between former Governor Nyesom Wike and his successor, Siminalayi Fubara, continues to play out in public view.  2. Do Not Parade Yourself As Emir Of Kano – Bayero’s Counsel Called On Sanusi And Other Parties Involved In The Matter To Respect The Court Order.KKANO— Aminu Babba Dan’Agundi, a Senior Counsel to the 15th Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero on Saturday threatened to drag the 16th Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, to court for contempt should he continue to parade himself as Emir of Kano.  3. Why We Awarded Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project to Hitech – Minister The Federal Government on Saturday explained why it awarded the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project to Hitech Construction Company Ltd.  4. Immigration Crackdown:...

    By Victor Olubiye    Bro. Williams Oluwasegun Victor, the Student Pastor of C.A.C Oke Anu, Iree, Osun State, informed the church members at the early hours of today that there are some things Prayer cannot do, he stated that even though Jesus Christ started with prayer yet He engaged in another thing aside from prayer in His ministry.    According to the Pastor, he said if people are facing life challenges or troubles, there is another thing they need to engage in which is "Gratitude/Praise", a heart of thanks and worship. He said "We are in a world full of trouble and pain and the only thing to scape through is to engage in Praising God, not minding the condition or circumstances that surrounds one's life".     There are levels you can thank God for! Thank God for where you are, if you have something you can thank God, Instead of complaining, turn your complains to Thanksgiving, the pastor said.    Furthermore, he asked "What d...

    By Victor Olubiye    Millie and Christine McKoy were African American conjoined twins born on July 11, 1851, to Jacob and Monemia McKoy, who were slaves.    They were sold three times between the ages of 6 months and 6 years. They were joined at the lower spine. To manage their mobility issues, which caused them to fall, they developed a sideways walk that evolved into a dance style popular with the public. Their owners used them as circus attractions and side acts in parts of the U.S. and Europe.    On January 1, 1863, Millie and Christine were freed from slavery.    Their motto was: “As God decreed, we agree.” They had beautiful voices and were known as the "Nightingale of Two Heads."    They became famous, traveling to many countries to perform and even appeared with the Barnum Circus, performing before the Queen of England.    They spoke English, French, Spanish, German, and Italian, in addition to singing and...