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By Vivian Ahanmisi The sixth Alhaji Adewale Issa Foundation Junior Tennis Championship has reached its fourth day, featuring thrilling contests in the U-12, U-14 and U-16 categories.   The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the competition is being held at the National Stadium, Lagos.   The tournament, which began on Monday, has witnessed outstanding performances from young players representing different parts of Nigeria.   The championship covers three age groups, U-12, U-14 and U-16, with both boys and girls competing for honours.   NAN reports that Precious Ohima defeated Destiny Dahzosou 4-1, 4-0 in the U-16 girls’ quarter-final, while Bisola Ogunkolade beat Mariam Ogunbanwo 4-0, 4-0.   Oyinkansola Adejumobi outclassed Sarah Achibong 4-1, 4-0 to reach the U-14 girls’ semi-final, while Tiffany Oshi overcame Whitney Orimoloye 4-1, 5-3 to also progress.   Success Godwin cruised past Benjamin Alaere 4-0, 4-0 in the U-14 girls’ category to...

Hon. Ogundipe Urges Character Development At Sumner Coaching Centres By NAN  Hon. Stephen Ogundipe, a  member, Lagos State House of Assembly representing Oshodi-Isolo Constituency-01, on Wednesday visited the three centres of his Third Annual Summer Coaching Programme, distributing school materials to students. During the visit, the lawmaker fondly known as Omoj’omolo, reaffirmed his commitment to academic excellence and positive character development.  He announced that this year’s edition would reward students who distinguish themselves not only in academics but also through exemplary conduct. The 2025 coaching programme is ongoing at Ikeja Junior Grammar School, Ewu Tuntun Junior Grammar School, and Mafoluku Junior Grammar School.  Hon. Ogundipe expressed appreciation to Mr. Adeniyi Adeosu, CEO of Overcomers Digital Services Ltd (consultant for the project), as well as teachers, administrators, and security officers for their dedication. He said: The i...

By NAN Hon. Temitope Adewale, representing Ifako-Ijaiye 1 in the Lagos State House of Assembly, has reaffirmed his commitment to promoting academic excellence through educational initiatives.   Adewale gave the assurance during the flag-off of 400 free GCE forms at his constituency office in Lagos on Friday.   The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the project was sponsored by the Adewale Temitope Educational Initiative.   He said the initiative aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s efforts through the NelFund to eliminate financial barriers to education for Nigerian students.   Adewale explained the initiative empowers Ifako-Ijaiye residents by promoting a culture of academic development and lifelong learning.   According to him, the programme positions the constituency to become one of the most educated in Lagos State and the country.   He stated that education remains the strongest tool to transform lives, hence his unwavering focus on e...