FREDDIE JACKSON, R&B LEGEND BEHIND “YOU ARE MY LADY” AND “ROCK ME TONIGHT,” DIES AT 70.(PHOTO).

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Freddie Jackson, R&B Legend Behind “You Are My Lady” and “Rock Me Tonight,” Dies at 70 R&B has lost one of its most unmistakable voices. Freddie Jackson, the singer whose smooth delivery helped define romantic R&B during the 1980s and gave generations of listeners songs including “You Are My Lady,” “Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)” and “Have You Ever Loved Somebody,” has died. He was 70. Jackson’s death was announced Tuesday, October 6, through his verified Instagram account. According to the memorial shared by his family and team, the singer died Monday night, October 5. The announcement did not disclose a cause of death. “It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Freddie Jackson,” the statement read, describing the singer as a generous soul who loved his fans, family, friends and music. The memorial graphic accompanying the announcement lists Jackson’s life as October 2, 1956 – October 5, 2026, meaning he died just three da...

NEW SCHOOL YEAR: HAMZAT WELCOMES LAGOS LEARNERS, TEACHERS, ADMINISTRATORS. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.


 NEW SCHOOL YEAR: HAMZAT WELCOMES LAGOS LEARNERS, TEACHERS, ADMINISTRATORS


… Says Future of Lagos Begins In Our Classrooms


As schools reopen for the new academic year, the Lagos State Deputy Governor, 

Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, has warmly welcomed learners, teachers and administrators across public and private schools in Lagos State, urging them to embrace the new session with renewed hope and determination.


Hamzat described education as the foundation of a stronger and more prosperous Lagos, stressing that today's classrooms are nurturing tomorrow's innovators, professionals, entrepreneurs and leaders.


“To every learner returning to school, welcome to a new beginning and new possibilities. Dream boldly, study diligently and believe in yourself. The future you desire begins with what you learn today,” he said.


He particularly commended teachers for their dedication and sacrifice, describing them as indispensable partners in building the future of Lagos. “Every lesson taught, every child encouraged, and every talent discovered takes Lagos another step forward. We celebrate our teachers and appreciate the enormous responsibility they carry.”


Hamzat called for stronger collaboration among government, parents, educators, communities and the private sector to provide every child with quality, technology-driven and future-ready education.


He wished the entire education community a peaceful, productive and successful academic year. “Our children are our greatest investment. The Lagos of tomorrow is already sitting in our classrooms today. Let us give them every opportunity to succeed.”

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