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Opinion: BY ABIODUN KOMOLAFE The title of this commentary reflected a question asked wherever people gather – on buses, in bars, and at parties. Modern life revolved around the reliable provision of electricity, water and mass transit. Without power, the simple task of pumping water becomes nightmarish; relying on handheld …

…As Yayi Initiative 1969 Group Officially Inaugurated BY ABU-SATAR HAMED  IFO, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Patron and Matron of Yayi Initiative 1969 in Ogun State, Alhaji Waidi Haruna Wadoye and Alhaja Memunat Haruna Wadoye, have described Caucus 7202 as one of the prominent and strategic groups actively rallying support …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Government has assured residents of adequate funding and logistics support for the forthcoming measles-rubella vaccination campaign scheduled to commence on January 27 and end on February 5, 2026. The Deputy Governor, Engr. (Mrs) Noimot Salako-Oyedele, who also chairs the State Task Force …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IBADAN, OYO STATE, NIGERIA – In a deliberate move to enhance driving competence, safety awareness, and professional conduct, the Management of the Federal College of Agriculture, Ibadan (FCAIB), has approved a one-day comprehensive re-training programme for its drivers and the Head of the Transport Unit (HTU) at …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Government has announced the near completion of the 12.4-kilometre Ilisan–Ilara–Akaka–Ode-Remo Road, with only lane markings and kerb painting left to conclude the project. Asphalt works have been completed along the Ode-Remo–Akaka and Ilisan–Ilara–Akaka stretches, alongside extensive drainage and earthworks across the corridor. …

…Announces Expansion of Cement Production Capacity to 90 Million Tonnes BY ABU-SATAR HAMED LAGOS, NIGERIA – Dangote Cement Plc has rewarded its top distributors and customers with gifts and cash prizes valued at ₦15 billion, in recognition of their loyalty, resilience, and outstanding performance across the country. The appreciation was …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare and well-being of the families of fallen heroes who paid the supreme sacrifice in the service of the nation. The governor made this known during the special …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED  ABUJA, NIGERIA – The Senator representing Ogun West at the National Assembly, Senator (Dr.) Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, CON, FCTI, FCA, FFPI – fondly known as Yayi, has sent a heartfelt commemorative message to the families of the fallen heroes of the Nigerian Army as the nation marks …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED IBADAN, OYO STATE, NIGERIA – The Provost of the Federal College of Agriculture, Moor Plantation, Ibadan (FCAIB), Prof. Jonathan J. Atungwu, has said the College is committed to training students beyond the traditional classroom environment by equipping them with practical, industry-relevant skills essential for the growth of …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Government has announced a significant boost to its poultry production capacity with the completion of a new processing facility capable of handling an additional 1.3 million birds annually. The development is expected to substantially reduce poultry importation into the …