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ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Africa’s richest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, describing him as a true pride of the African continent. In his congratulatory message issued on Thursday, Governor Abiodun praised Dangote for exemplifying the zeal, …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED FCT, ABUJA, NIGERIA – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, Jim Ovia, CFR, on his recent admission into the prestigious Freedom of the City of London. The honour was bestowed upon Jim Ovia on Monday, April 7, 2025, during a distinguished ceremony …

… Akinbode Calls For Reduced Cement Prices For Host Communities BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Chairman of Yewa North Local Government, Ogun State, Hon. Olusola Akinbode, PhD, has appealed to host communities of Dangote Cement Plc (DCP), Ibese-Yewa plant to remain patient as the Ibadan Electricity Distribution …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Chairman of the Southern Governors Forum and Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has described the death of Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, former governor of Oyo State, mathematician and engineer, and renowned technocrat, a few days before his 90th birthday, as a great loss to …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – As part of preparations for the upcoming National Sports Festival, the Ogun State Government has announced plans to collaborate with renowned arts and culture company, Terra Kulture, to set up a film and entertainment village in the state. According to Governor Dapo Abiodun, the proposed …

…We Are Pursuing Access To Qualitative, Affordable Healthcare In Ogun – Abiodun SAGAMU, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Federal Government has approved the establishment of 8,880 new Primary Healthcare Centres across Nigeria, under the Comprehensive Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative, aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery at the grassroots level. Vice …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – A special prayer session, organized by the Ilaro-Yewa League of Muslim Community, took place on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the Ilaro Central Mosque praying ground, located in the Oke-Ela area of Ilaro-Yewa, Ogun State, following the celebration of Eid-el-Fitri. Muslim faithful …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA –  Dassault Aviation, a prominent name in aerospace innovation, has expressed its intention to establish a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility at the Gateway Agro-Cargo International Airport located in Ilishan Remo, Ogun State.  This initiative reflects the company’s commitment to enhancing aviation services and infrastructure …

... Says MKO Abiola International Stadium To Host Africa Under-20 Athletics Competition In 2026 ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – All is now set for the 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival in Abeokuta, Ogun State as Governor Dapo Abiodun on Thursday, April 2, 2025, embarked on another tour of …

Opinion: BY ABU-SATAR HAMED As I reflect on the ongoing discussions surrounding the ambitions of Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Omo to Yayi), representing Ogun West in the National Assembly, I feel compelled to offer a word of caution. We must be mindful of how we portray the Senator’s aspirations for …