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United States President Donald Trump has designated Nigeria “Country of Particular Concern” over alleged genocide of Christians. The new designation comes barely three months after Washington imposed tough visa restrictions on Nigerians, limiting most travel visas to single-entry, three-month validity. Trump, who made the latest announcement on Friday via a…

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…Commiserates With Sector Commander The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, has expressed deep shock and sadness over the death of the Public Education Officer of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Ogun Sector Command, Chief Route Commander Florence Okpe. According to an official notification from the Sector…

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Many people yet to be ascertained were reportedly trapped after a building collapsed in Lagos in the wee hours of Monday. This was disclosed in the situation report released by the Director of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Margaret Adeseye. The affected building has been identified as a…

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…Lists Key Achievements, Assures Inclusive 2026 Budget Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance anchored on citizens’ participation, transparency, and accountability, saying that consulting widely with the people before presenting the state budget remains a defining feature of his government. Abiodun made this…

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The Ogun State Government has appealed to motorists and residents plying the Abeokuta-Sango Ota to remain calm and exercise patience as construction work continues along the busy corridor. In a statement issued on Thursday, the State Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, Engr. Ade Akinsanya, acknowledged the temporary inconveniences being experienced…

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A $450 million steel-producing company, Stellar Steel Company Limited, is set to begin operations in Ogun State by the middle of 2026 The investment, from Stellar Steel Company Limited, a subsidiary of the Galaxy Group and RSIN Group, headquartered in Fuzhou, Fujian Province, China, is expected to produce hot-rolled coil…

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