Society Reflects on Its Journey from Nine Families in a Living Room to a Global Network of Over 360 Branches By Our CorrespondentMarch 22, 2025 Introduction As the Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) celebrates its 30th anniversary, the society has used the occasion to retrace its historic journey, clarify lingering misconceptions about its origin, and reaffirm its
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority (OORBDA), Engr. Adedeji Ashiru, has called for an end to water wastage, emphasizing the need for sustainable water management. Ashiru led a roadshow on Saturday in Abeokuta to raise awareness about responsible water use, marking the 2025 World Water Day with
Veteran Yoruba actress, Dupe Jayesimi, has opened up about her journey of childlessness despite her desire to become a mother. Speaking on Saturday in a podcast interview with Abiola Adebayo’s ‘Talk-to-B,’ Jayesimi shared her struggles and the challenges she has faced over the years. According to her, despite multiple attempts to conceive, she was unable
Nollywood actress Nkechi Nweje has passed away after a brief illness. The sad news was confirmed on Saturday by movie producer Stanley Ajemba, popularly known as Stanley Ontop, via his Instagram handle. Ajemba paid tribute to Nweje, describing her as a vibrant actress and a dear friend. He also recalled their last conversation, which took
The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr. Adedokun Oluyemi, the supervisor of Solution One Hotel, located in the Ago Oko area of Abeokuta, the state capital. Reports indicate that Oluyemi’s unconscious body was discovered in his hotel room around 6 a.m. on Saturday. According to
Gunmen have abducted a Nigerian Navy officer attached to the Defence Headquarters, Lt. Cynthia Akor, along with two others in Abuja. The victims were kidnapped from their residence in the Mpape area of the Federal Capital Territory on Friday night. A source, who spoke on condition of anonymity for security reasons, confirmed the development on
A rift has emerged between the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, over allegations of a plot to dethrone Oluwo. In a statement on Friday night, Oluwo accused Ooni of orchestrating moves against him despite his past support in helping Ooni ascend the throne. He claimed that
The Oyo State Police Command has arrested two suspects for allegedly exhuming corpses and selling body parts to ritualists. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, confirmed the arrest in a statement released in Ibadan on Friday. Arrest and Investigation.According to Osifeso, the arrest was made possible following a tip-off received by detectives at the
Popular skit maker and activist, Mr Macaroni, has made it clear that he is not seeking financial assistance despite revealing his shocking N500 million debt struggles. Speaking with Saturday Beats, the comedian explained that he shared his story as a lesson for others, not as a plea for help. “I’m not accepting any help or
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced a planned five-hour maintenance exercise on its Suleja substation, which will result in power outages across several areas serviced by the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC). In a statement released to the public, TCN disclosed that there will be a maintenance service , is necessary to replace
