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unveiled! Osahon Okunbo; Nigeria youth empowerment and philanthropist by excellence

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unveiled! Osahon Okunbo; Nigeria youth empowerment and philanthropist by excellence

 

 

 

Osahon Okunbo, a Nigerian native, without doubt is a seasoned businessman and entrepreneur with over 15 years’ board and management experience in Nigeria across various industries, including oil and gas services and facilities engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and project management.

 

 

 

 

unveiled! Osahan Okunbo; Nigeria youth empowerment and philanthropist by excellence

 

 

The philanthropists who is well known globally for his dexterity in given out and helping people in needs has helped a lot of people both in Nigeria and abroad, is not yet done with his philanthropist’s way of his life

 

 

 

 

“ It has been my life given out to people and I am not regretting every little thing I have been doing. Given out to people has always been one of my callings and I am not going to relent in doing that”

In addition to oil and gas, Okunbo holds various leadership positions across various non-oil sector industries such as hospitality, agriculture and aviation.

He is also an executive and non-executive director of various companies, which employs directly and indirectly over 6,000 Nigerians.

Call him man of the labour and he will tell you he is craving to do more to help the youths of this great country Nigeria.

“ Government alone can not do it, that is why the individuals have to come to the aids of the government, for me I am doing my best and I believe my best is still yet to come. I want to the youths of our nation to be something in life and not constitute a nuisance” – This style of leadership is focused on raising more leaders than followers as a Transformative leader.

Okunbo has overseen and managed the successful execution of projects and contracts valued at over $4bn, including a number of complex transactions within the oil and gas service sector.

He has worked closely with both public and private companies, including NEPL and NNPC and he is a skilled administrator and well versed in the successful execution and delivery of projects in the Nigerian oil and gas space.

“ That I have worked in so many private and public sector though says much about my contribution to the development of the country and by extension the economy. I believed it is not by my power but God”

Okunbo’s experience did not stop at only oil sector and the rest but he also an upstream sector, and is a shareholder in and part of the team developing the Egbolom field, (PPL 202) the largest marginal in the 2020 marginal field bid round.

He has an excellent track-record of operating in the Niger Delta and is well respected by industry and communities in the region.

A Director and manager at the Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Ltd, Delta Pacific Maritime Ltd, Genesis Hydrocarbons Nigeria Ltd (shareholder of Ingentia Energies Limited – operator of Egbolom),Ocean Marine Securities Ltd, CMES-OMS Joint Venture Ltd, COPDC Nigeria Ltd.

Known for his perfection, the humble young man who did not allowed any things to distract him is currently having various projects that have been executed by companies that he directs, and this include: Security and Maintenance of the Trans Forcardos Pipeline; Security and Maintenance of the Trans Niger Pipeline; Development of the Egbolom Marginal Field, PPL 202,Building of an HDD line in OML 34

No doubt he did not only bring a wealth of strategy and project execution experience in the oil and gas services and upstream sectors, he has a demonstrated track record of managing complex and multifaceted projects in Delta.

He is an excellent administrator with a strong track record in project delivery across all areas including technical and finance.

A Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from Manchester University in the UK and a graduate of Lagos University Business School.

Okunbo showed his love for education by extending his hands of gravity of philanthropists to education sector, He is the founder of the Osa Okunbo Foundation, which has contributed to the development of education, youth empowerment and provision of portable water and other critical services in his home town of Benin City, Edo State.

with all these accolades Osa Okunbo still remain humble and ready to give more
“ I can t be tired of doing what I like doing best”

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What You Need To Know About Award-Winning Nigerian Actor, Mustapha Sholagbade

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What You Need To Know About Award-Winning Nigerian Actor, Mustapha Sholagbade

 

Mustapha Ololade Sholagbade, born on January 1, 1989, in Ebute Metta, Lagos, is an accomplished Nigerian actor, producer, and filmmaker with a deep passion for Yoruba cinema. Originally from Abeokuta, Ogun State, he is the first child in his family. Sholagbade began his education at Kadara Primary School and continued at Sojomen Talabi High School, Akute, and Nawairudeen Secondary School, Ebute Metta. He later earned an Ordinary Narional Diploma in Business Administration from the Lagos State Polytechnic. Pursuing his passion for acting, he trained at Odunfa Caucus, where he graduated in 2010.

Sholagbade launched his acting career in 2005, making a name for himself in Yoruba-language films. His portfolio includes roles in popular films like Olowo Ghetto, Alaimo, Ebun Mi, Esi, Gold and Treasure, Liam, Emilomo Babaolowo, Oko Aunty Mi, Broken Bond (Tude), and Last Born. In addition to acting, he has also produced several films, further cementing his influence in the industry.

Beyond the entertainment world, Sholagbade is a versatile professional with experience in railway engineering, IT support, and site management in the UK. He is also a farmer and general merchant, demonstrating his entrepreneurial spirit and diverse skill set.

Throughout his career, Sholagbade has collaborated with top figures in Yoruba cinema, such as Yinka Quadri, Taiwo “Ogogo” Hassan, Funke Akindele, Femi Adebayo, Odun Adekola, Oga Bello, Baba Wande, Jide Kosoko, Funsho Adeolu, Fathia William Balogun, Saidi Balogun, Wunmi Toriola, and Mide Martins.

Sholagbade’s hobbies include traveling, business, football, filmmaking, and meeting new people, reflecting his dynamic and outgoing personality.

Sholagbade’s talent and dedication to his craft have earned him numerous accolades, including: Best Actor Yoruba – BON Awards, 2024, Best Supporting Actor– Afro Nollywood Awards, UK, 2019, Best Supporting Actor– Heritage Awards, Atlanta, USA, Best Supporting Actor of the Year (Yoruba) – City People Movie Awards, Best New Actor of the Year (Yoruba) – City People Movie Awards.

With his achievements and versatility, Mustapha Ololade Sholagbade remains a notable force in the Nigerian film industry and a proud ambassador of Yoruba cinema worldwide.

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Coalition Congratulates Oluyede on Appointment as Acting COAS

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Coalition Congratulates Oluyede on Appointment as Acting COAS

 

The Coalition of Civil Society Groups against Terrorism in Nigeria has congratulated Major-General Olufemi Oluyede on his appointment as the acting Chief of Army Staff, (Ag COAS, Nigerian Army).

Coalition Congratulates Oluyede on Appointment as Acting COAS

The Convener of the Coalition, Comrade Oladimeji Odeyemi, in a statement, said General Oluyede has the responsibility to consolidate the success achieved by the Nigerian Army under General Taoreed Lagbaja.

President Bola Tinubu had on Wednesday, October 30, appointed Oluyede as acting COAS pending the return of the indisposed substantive Chief of Army Staff, General Taoreed Lagbaja.

The Coalition said his appointment is a welcome development. It said: “Major-General Olufemi Oluyede is well qualified for the position. He was a member of the 39th regular course and commissioned as an officer in 1987. Aged 56, he was promoted to the rank of Major-General in September 2020. A professional and top-notch security expert, he brings a lot of hope and inspiration to younger officers as acting chief of Army Staff.

“His appointment is the way to go. As the acting Chief of Army Staff, Oluyede has the responsibility to lead an army that will administratively manage the institution, consolidate on the success achieved by General Lagbaja and his team to mop up remnants of insurgents, bandits and the ragtag criminal elements in the North, and dismantle the ethnic militias in the Southeast to bring peace in the country.

“The 56-year-old Oluyede shares a long history with General Lagbaja, with a track record and excellent service to the nation. Both are members of the 39th Regular Course and were commissioned as officers in 1987.

“Oluyede’s meritorious career began as a Platoon commander and adjutant at 65 Battalion, advancing to Company commander at 177 Guards Battalion and later Staff Officer at the Guards Brigade and commandant of Amphibious Training School.

“Oluyede has been part of many notable operations, including the ECOMOG Mission in Liberia, Operation HARMONY IV in Bakassi, and Operation HADIN KAI in the Northeast, where he commanded the 27 Task Force Brigade.

“He has received honours, including the Corps Medal of Honour, and Grand Service Star, all recognition for passing the Staff Course and membership in the National Institute, and his dedication and achievements in service.”

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General Buratai Urges Dangote Not To Succumb To Marketers Blackmail, Reveals Why

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Former Chief of Army Staff and erstwhile envoy of Nigeria to the Republic of Benin, Lt. General TY Buratai Rtd (CFR) has lent his voice to the lingering issues between Dangote Refinery and petroleum marketers in Nigeria. The decorated General urged Dangote, not to succumb to the marketers blackmail.

General Buratai Urges Dangote Not To Succumb To Marketers Blackmail, Reveals Why
In an exclusive chat with some journalists on his opinion over the imbroglio between the two gladiators, he raised a fundamental question as regards who is blackmailing Dangote?

According to Buratai, Dangote refinery can not operate outside the global oil system. Just because it refines locally and gets its crude in Naira is not a reason to sell it cheaper. He stated that the government must susidise because it is making a profit. However, the question of subsidy is very sensitive now. But when subsidy is reintroduced, it should be only for locally refined products. At the same time, our borders must be closed for all smugglers, especially in petroleum products.

“Our borders are porous, and high-level smuggling is witnessed in every sphere. Dangote must find markets elsewhere to be able to maintain its operations. It is good news that Ghana and other African countries are approaching Dangote to buy his products.

 

“If Dangote refinery sells its product cheaper, be rest assured the products will be massively smuggled. The petroleum marketers are not sincere. They want cheap Dangote products to be able to smuggle them outside our shores. In this case, both Nigerians and Dangote will be the losers.”

 

Continuing, Buratai believed that “Unless all our borders are properly manned and all the smuggling routes are blocked, then the government subsidy will work for our benefits”

“Dangote should not succumb to the marketers’ blackmail”, he concluded.

 

It would be recalled that the row between Dangote Refinery and petroleum marketers in Nigeria has taken a new dimension following the comment by the President of the Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote that petroleum marketers were not approaching his refinery for purchase of petroleum products.

There has been an uneasy calm since the roll-out of premium motor spirit (PMS), also known as petrol, from the Dangote Refinery in September. Their were discordant tunes between the management and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and other petroleum marketers.

Dangote refinery has disclosed the price of its petrol, revealing that it sells petrol at N960 per litre for ships and maintains a price of N990 per litre for trucks.

The statement follows claims from the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) and the Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) that they can import fuel at cheaper rates than Dangote’s.

In an earlier interview, the marketers alleged they were buying fuel more affordably from abroad and called on Dangote Refinery to collaborate with stakeholders.

In response, the refinery argued that only substandard products could be obtained at prices lower than its own.

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