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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has received high praise from Senator Adeola (YAYI), representing Ogun West Senatorial District, for his administration’s recent developmental strides. In a statement, Senator Adeola commended Governor Abiodun for his unwavering commitment to the state’s progress, highlighting key initiatives that have significantly impacted various sectors. Notably,…

In a remarkable display of integrity and gratitude, former House of Representatives member, Hon. Lanre Laoshe, has repaid a N1,200 student loan received between 1976 and 1979 with a staggering N3,189,217.00, 45 years after benefiting from the Federal Government Student Loan Scheme. Laoshe, who served as Deputy Whip, calculated the current equivalent of the loan using historical exchange rates…

In a landmark announcement, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has confirmed the appointment of German tactician Bruno Labbadia as the new Head Coach of the Senior Men’s National Team, Super Eagles. This decision was made public by NFF General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, in the early hours of Tuesday. Labbadia, born on February 8, 1966, in Darmstadt, Germany, boasts an impressive playing…

A bombshell allegation has rocked the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Nigeria, with claims emerging that a high-ranking member, Adebutu, accepted a staggering N650 million in cash from the Action Peoples Movement (APM) during the 2019 elections. According to Akinlade, the source of the allegation, Adebutu’s alleged acceptance of the payment was intended to influence his actions against the PDP,…

Nigerian actor Lateef Adedimeji’s latest project, ‘Lisabi,’ has been embroiled in controversy less than 24 hours after its announcement. The film’s director, Niyi Akinmolayan, has come under fire on social media, with critics accusing him of political insensitivity and unoriginality. Adedimeji’s collaboration with Akinmolayan, who also directed the recently released ‘Jagun Jagun,’ has sparked…

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of new Directors-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and the Department of State Services (DSS). Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed is the new Director-General of the NIA. Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi is the new Director-General of the DSS. Ambassador Mohammed has had an illustrious career in the foreign service since joining the NIA in…

Abeokuta, Ogun State – The Ogun State House of Assembly has commended the State Command of the Nigerian Immigration Service for its recent reforms, which have streamlined the process of issuing Nigerian passports and enhanced security in the state. #image_title The Speaker, Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide, gave the commendation, while playing host to the officials from the State Command of Immigration…

In a grand ceremony, Honorable Semiu Bola Lawal and his wife, Chief Mrs. Olatokunbo Bola Lawal, were conferred with esteemed chieftaincy titles by the Ibarapa community. Mr. Lawal was bestowed with the titles of Balogun (Arawo) of Ibarapa and Akogun of Ibarapa, while his wife received the titles of Yeye Akogun of Ibarapa and Iyalaje (Arawo) of Ibarapa. #image_title #image_title #image_title The…

Senator Solomon Adeola (APC, Ogun West) has been praised by his constituents for his numerous road construction and rehabilitation projects across Ogun West senatorial district. #image_title #image_title In his first year as senator, Adeola facilitated the construction of 13 road projects, ranging from 2-5 kilometers in length, including culverts. Several others are ongoing, with various stages…

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, at the weekend, visited the family of the late Ogun State Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC), Barrister Olaniyi Ijalaye, who died in Abuja last week. #image_title #image_title #image_title #image_title Abiodun, who spoke at the Ibadan family house of the Ijalayes, described the deceased as a forthright, honest, humble, dependable, and dedicated man who…

The former Senior Special Assistant, Media to the former Ogun State Governor, Ibikunle Amosun and the Regional Editor for West Africa at The Conversation Africa, Adejuwon Soyinka, was reportedly arrested by officers of the Department of State Security (DSS) in Lagos. Soyinka who also was the founding Editor of BBC Pidgin Service was reportedly detained at the Murtala Muhammed International…

Barely 24 hours after a truck rammed into a vehicle and a pedestrian in the Lafenwa area of Ogun State, two persons were killed when a truck crushed a tricycle in the Papalanto area of the state. The accident, according to the spokesman for the Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency, Babatunde Akinbiyi, occurred in the early hours of Friday. Akinbiyi attributed the cause of the accident which…

Abeokuta – In a shocking turn of events, Adekunle Akinlade, the former running mate of Ladi Adebutu, has launched a vicious verbal assault on his erstwhile principal, describing his defeat in the 2023 governorship election as a “calamity averted” for the people of Ogun State. Addressing journalists in Abeokuta on Saturday, Akinlade, who ran alongside Adebutu on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)…

A chairmanship aspirant under the All Progressives Congress, APC in Odogbolu Local Government Area of Ogun State, Aremo Olanrewaju Olabode Oyenuga has promised better life for sons and daughters of the local government. Aremo Oyenuga who is the founder of De’Albert Farms & Food limited and Auto Chamber Limited assured that he would live up to his expectations and fulfil all his campaign promises…

A dramatic scene unfolded on Wednesday evening at a hotel in Wuse 2, Abuja, as members of the Civil Society Network on Economic and Social Advancement clashed over the sharing formula of alleged funds received for the recent #EndBadGovernance protest. Eyewitnesses reported that the group’s leaders and members were engaged in a heated argument, with some individuals physically confronting each…

The Ogun State chapter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) is facing internal conflicts that may impact its preparedness for the upcoming Local Government elections in November. Aggrieved members have expressed concerns about the leadership of the caretaker committee, chaired by Hon. Dada Awoleye, citing bias, failure to address contentious issues, and allegations of corruption. The members…