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 By Feyisetan Hamzat Ibadan Preparations for the EIPFA Statewide Secondary School Tournament advanced further on Tuesday, 17 February 2026, with a strategic meeting held at Liberty Stadium, Ibadan, to fine-tune logistics and operational arrangements for the competition. The session, which commenced at 10:00 a.m. at the EIPFA Office, brought together members of the Local Organising Committee (LOC), zonal leaders, gamemasters, and other officials responsible for ensuring a smooth tournament. Welcoming the participants, LOC Chairman Hon. Babatunde Olaniyan reiterated that the tournament’s core objectives are youth development, grassroots talent discovery, and the creation of a structured competitive platform for secondary school students across all zones. He emphasised that merit, discipline, and long-term mentorship would be prioritised over short-term victories. Logistics and Preparations In a key update, members were informed that match balls had been distributed to the Scouting Te...

 By Feyisetan Hamzat / Benny News Hub The Governor of the Oyo State Chapter of the Agbekoya Farmers’ Society of Nigeria, Chief Ashagidigbi Olatunde Bello, has expressed profound grief over the passing of the National Secretary-General of the Society, Dr. Adegbenro Ogunlana, who passed on in Lagos after a courageous battle with death. In an emotion-laden condolence message made available to the press, Chief Ashagidigbi described the late Dr. Ogunlana, who lived and worked in Lagos, as “the intellectual soul, moral compass and tireless engine of Agbekoya’s national struggle for justice, equity and farmers’ dignity.” “We have lost a colossus,” Chief Ashagidigbi declared. “Dr. Adegbenro Ogunlana was vibrant in thought, eloquent in expression, courageous in conviction and unwavering in service. He carried the burden of Agbekoya on his shoulders with uncommon grace, clarity and commitment.” The Oyo Agbekoya Governor noted that the late National Secretary-General served the Society with r...

 

  By Feyisetan Hamzat / Benny News Hub The Yejide Old Girls Association (YOGA), the alumni association of Yejide Girls Grammar School, Molete, Ibadan, has posthumously honoured its late President, Chief Mrs. Oluwakemi Sarumi, in recognition of her outstanding service and unwavering commitment to the association. The honour was conferred during the Fundraising Luncheon, one of the key events of the week-long activities marking the 70th Anniversary of Yejide Girls Grammar School. The luncheon took place at Felicia Hall, Jogor Centre, Liberty Road, Ibadan, and was attended by distinguished alumni, invited guests, and stakeholders. Speaking at the event, the current President of YOGA, Mrs. Moji Giwa-Osagie, described the late Chief Mrs. Oluwakemi Sarumi as a devoted and selfless leader who committed her time, energy, and personal resources to the growth of the association. She also appreciated the Sarumi family for their continued support of YOGA despite her demise. The posthumous awar...