A prominent youth support group, Remo Big Boyz for Yayi, has felicitated its patron, Comrade Chief Lukman Adenekan, on the occasion of his birthday, describing him as a grassroots mobiliser, philanthropist and community leader whose contributions have positively impacted many lives across Remoland. Chief Adenekan, the Bashorun of Ogere Remo…
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By: Comrade Rotimi Rahmon Ph.D., FICA. There is a saying that is gaining relevance in the political conversations of Ogun West in recent times: “One of us is better than none of us.” At first glance, the statement may sound simple, but beneath it lies a deep political reality that…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ogun State has accused leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ifo Local Government Area of attempting to pressure a prominent political figure, Chief Joju Fadairo, to withdraw his endorsement of the PDP governorship candidate, Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu. In a statement issued on…
By Captain Oyeleke Folajuwon Oluwole (Rtd.) As Nigeria continues to confront terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, oil theft, piracy, communal violence, and an increasingly complex security environment, one critical question deserves urgent national attention: does Nigeria have sufficient manpower to meet its present and future security challenges? The answer is straightforward: no.…
By Kayode Odunaro By June 9, 2026 Senator Solomon Adeola would have been representing the people of Ogun West senatorial district for three years in the Red Chamber of the National Assembly. For this ranking parliamentarian popularly called ‘Yayi’ by his admirers across board, his representation is nothing short of…
The Board of Directors and management of FortressNews International have joined well-wishers across the country to celebrate the birthday of former Acting Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC) and Commissioner representing Ogun State, Kayode Oladele. In a congratulatory statement signed by the Editor, Yusuf Adeleke, the media organisation…
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, has reiterated his commitment to running an inclusive, people-oriented and development-driven administration if elected governor in the 2027 general election. Adeola, who spoke during a series of strategic meetings with political groups and stakeholders…
Behind the formal language of a press statement lies a message aimed squarely at ordinary Nigerians living in extraordinary fear. Senator Abdul-Aziz Abubakar Yari of Zamfara West did not release budget figures or policy proposals this week. He released grief. In his recent statement responding to a recent surge in…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Ogun State, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, has commended members of the Yayi Teachers support group for their steadfast loyalty and commitment to his political movement, assuring them that their sacrifices and support would be rewarded with improved welfare and educational reforms. Adeola…
Mrs Busayo Adegoke John-Paul, sister of a former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and her twin children, who were kidnapped during the week have regained their freedom. A senior police source told PUNCH Online in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, that they were rescued this night. The PUNCH reports that…

