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Arabinrin Aderonke Bereaved as Father, Engr. S. O. Ogunleye, Passes On at 82

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10 months ago

December 18, 2025

The Executive Director of Fame Foundation and Technical Assistant on Broadcast Media to the Executive Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Arabinrin Aderonke Atoyebi, has been thrown into deep mourning following the passing of her beloved father.

Engr. S. O. Ogunleye, a respected community leader, accomplished engineer, and passionate advocate for societal development, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, after a brief illness. He was 82 years old.

Late Engr. Ogunleye was widely admired for his unwavering commitment to improving the lives of people within his community. An avid Awoist and a man of principle, he dedicated his life to service, growth, and the advancement of his environment, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, leadership, and compassion.

Speaking on the painful loss, his daughter,Arabinrin Aderonke , described her father as her teacher, bestie, mentor, and a loving pillar whose absence has left an irreplaceable void.

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“I am deeply pained at this moment. Words cannot fully express the depth of sorrow I feel. My father was not just a parent; he was my teacher and my closest support. While the pain is overwhelming, I remain grateful for the fulfilled life he lived and for his sacrifices in ensuring his children received the best education. Burial arrangements will be announced in due course after consultations with the family.”

The family has requested privacy at this time as they mourn the loss of a man whose life touched many and whose legacy will continue to live on through his values and the lives he impacted.

Late Engr. Ogunleye is survived by his wife, children—among whom is Arabinrin Aderonke Atoyebi, a highly respected journalist renowned for her impactful contributions and dedication to touching lives across all facets of society—grandchildren, and other members of the extended family.

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NEDC Disowns Circulating MSc Education Support Fund Application

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4 weeks ago

September 4, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The North East Development Commission (NEDC) has warned the public against a fake and unauthorised message circulating on social media about an alleged Education Support Fund for Master’s degree (MSc) students.

The Commission, in a disclaimer signed by its management on Friday, described the purported programme, including its stated requirements and the alleged submission point at the NEDC office in Polo, Maiduguri, as false and unauthorised.

According to the Commission, it is not currently receiving applications for any MSc Education Support Fund as contained in the circulating message.

NEDC therefore urged prospective applicants and other members of the public to disregard the information and avoid submitting personal documents to individuals or locations claiming to be acting on behalf of the Commission.

It specifically cautioned the public against releasing sensitive documents such as National Identification Number (NIN) slips, admission letters, identity cards and indigene certificates in connection with the purported programme.

The Commission further warned the public to remain vigilant against fraudulent schemes and the unauthorised use of NEDC’s name and identity to deceive unsuspecting applicants.

It advised members of the public seeking information on its programmes, interventions and opportunities to rely only on official NEDC communication channels and verified announcements issued by the Commission

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