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UNILORIN PRO becomes Chief Akogun of Oke-Ode

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Stephen Olufemi Oni, Ilorin

His Royal Highness, Oba Mufutau Adebayo Akanbi Ibrahim (Ilufemiloye I), the Elesa of Oke-Ode in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, has approved the appointment of Alhaji Ganiyu Kunle Akogun as the new Chief Akogun of Oke-Ode land, with immediate effect.

A statement issued from the Palace of the Elesa on Wednesday also stated that the new Chief Akogun will concurrently serve as the Secretary of the Elesa-in-Council.

Born in Oke-Ode a little over six decades ago, Alhaji Akogun attended Oke-Ode Grammar School and later proceeded to the then Kwara State College of Technology (now Kwara State Polytechnic), Ilorin, for his secondary and advanced-level education. He subsequently obtained his first and second degrees from the University of Lagos.

The new Chief Akogun of Oke-Ode who becomes the 8th occupant of the Akogun stool is a well-known community development advocate who has long been involved in progressive efforts toward the growth of his hometown.

He has consistently deployed his time, resources, connections, and expertise toward advancing Oke-Ode, contributing to its rising prominence among progressive communities in Kwara State and Nigeria.

As a renowned journalist, Alhaji AbdulGaniyu Akogun has projected the name of Oke-Ode far beyond Kwara State and even beyond Nigeria’s shores.

He is the Director of Corporate Affairs at the University of Ilorin, the current National Public Relations Officer of the Oke-Ode Community Development Association (OCDA), the Vice Chairman of the Igbomina Ekiti Muslims Forum (IEMF), and the immediate past National Publicity Secretary of the Igbomina Professionals Association (IPA).

In his capacity as a senior official of the University of Ilorin, he has facilitated admission for countless Oke-Ode youths into the institution, among numerous other contributions.

Alhaji Akogun is also an influential member of the Supreme Pacesetters Club of Kwara State, a pan-Kwara socio-cultural and development-oriented association of professionals. Through the Club, scholarships were awarded for several years to many indigent but brilliant students of Oke-Ode Grammar School many of whom have since excelled in their chosen careers.

He also facilitated the establishment and equipping of a state-of-the-art Computer Centre at Oke-Ode Grammar School, with support from a former President of the Club, Barrister Bayo Atoyebi, who served as a Commissioner at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Abuja.

Chief Akogun is a member of several notable professional bodies, including the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), the International Press Institute (IPI), and the Institute of Professional Corporate Administrators (IPCA). He is also a Fellow of the Fourth Estate Professional Society (FEPS).

In recognition of his outstanding commitment to family values and community development, Alhaji Akogun was unanimously nominated by the Akogun Chieftaincy Family to fill the vacant stool following the passing of his elder brother, the 7th Chief Akogun of Oke-Ode, the late Chief AbdulRauf Tunde Akogun, in January 2024.

He is married and blessed with children.

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National Trail Mourns Pioneer Editor, Abdulazeez Suleiman

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Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.

The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.

Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.

Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.

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JUST IN: After Primary Election Victory, Shehu Sani Visits Parents’ Graves to Offer Prayers and Express Gratitude to God

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Following his victory in the party primary election, Senator Shehu Sani visited the graves of his parents to pray and give thanks to Almighty God.

The former senator described the visit as very important to him, noting that his parents played a significant role in his upbringing and in shaping his political life.

Shehu Sani prayed for Allah to forgive his parents and all deceased Muslims, while also reaffirming his commitment to continue serving the people with honesty and integrity after securing victory in the primaries.

The gesture has attracted attention from his supporters and social media users, many of whom praised his act of remembering his parents after a political success.

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National Trail Mourns Pioneer Editor, Abdulazeez Suleiman

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Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.

The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.

Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.

Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.

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