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BY ABU-SATAR HAMED  ABUJA, NIGERIA – Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola Yayi, representing Ogun West Senatorial District at the National Assembly, has received with deep shock and sadness the news of the death of Chief Musbau Ayinde Olayiwola Obanla, popularly known as Baba Obanla. The revered community icon and prominent political …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described the death of Mr. Olusegun Awolowo Jnr., grandson of former Nigerian Nationalist, and Statesman, Chief Obafemi Awolowo, as a deeply profound personal loss. Abiodun described the lawyer and ex-Executive Director of Nigerian Export Promotion Council, as a …

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has extended heartfelt congratulations to His Royal Majesty, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, Okukenu IV, the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, on the joyous occasion of his 20th Coronation Anniversary. Oba Gbadebo, a revered custodian of Egba heritage and …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – In his characteristic display of respect for elders and constituted traditional authority, the distinguished senator representing Ogun West at the National Assembly, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola – popularly known as Yayi, joined hundreds of sons and daughters of Ogun State, alongside friends …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Chairman of Wessy Group, Otunba (Dr.) Wasiu Jaiyeola Taiwo, popularly known as Wessy Creations, has described the annual Oronna Ilaro Festival as more than a socio-cultural celebration, noting that it significantly boosts the economic fortunes of Ilaro and its environs. Speaking …

…Commends Governor Dapo Abiodun’s Giant Strides In Ogun State  … Acknowledges Oba Olugbenle’s For Sustaining and Growing Oronna Ilaro Festival  …Assures Constituents of More People-Oriented Projects  … Describes Himself As A Strong Enthusiast of Cultural Heritage in All Its Diverse Forms BY ABU-SATAR HAMED  ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The …

BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Ogun State Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (OGUNCCIMA) has expressed concern over the Federal Government’s decision to suspend the proposed 15 percent import duty on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and diesel. In a statement, OGUNCCIMA warned that the suspension …

… Ogun Government Reaffirms Support for Culture …Senator Yayi Highlights Achievements, Promises More BY ABU-SATAR HAMED ILARO-YEWA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The vibrant 2025 Oronna Ilaro Festival came to a colourful close on Saturday, November 15, 2025, as sons and daughters of Ilaro-Yewa, along with residents and dignitaries from across …

BY PETER OLANIYAN ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Igbogila Council of Chiefs has debunked reports alleging that they were suspended by the late Oba Ebenezer Olanloye, describing such claims as baseless and lacking valid documentation. The group stated this during a press conference held at the Ogun State Council …

Opinion: BY ABU-SATAR HAMED  Power, in its truest form, is not served à la carte – selectively offered to a privileged few at the expense of others. It is a sacred trust, a shared responsibility built on justice, equity, and brotherhood. In this spirit, it is time – indeed, long …