By Capt. Oyeleke Fola Oluwole (Rtd.) For decades, Nigeria’s response to insecurity has largely been measured by the number of troops deployed, checkpoints established, and operations launched. Yet despite the courage and sacrifices of our security personnel, banditry, kidnapping, terrorism, and organized criminality continue to threaten lives, livelihoods, and national…
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The Chairman of the Riders and Owners of Motorcycles Organisation (ROMO), Ogun State Chapter, Dr Rasaq Olusola Shotayo, popularly known as “Sholebo” has strongly refuted allegations circulating on social media that he issued a threat to the life of the Secretary of the All Progressives Congress in Iju Ward, Ado-Odo/Ota…
A House of Assembly candidate in Ewekoro State Constituency, Hon. Abiodun Adeleye FCTI, FCA has felicitated with the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dr Dapo Abiodun on the auspicious occasion of his 66 years birthday celebration and 7years anniversary. Hon. Adeleye In a congratulatory statement personally signed by him and…
The ancient town of Ijebu-Ode came alive on Friday as thousands of residents, tourists, cultural enthusiasts and prominent personalities converged on the city for the 2026 Ojude-Oba Festival, a colourful celebration of culture, tradition and communal unity. The annual festival transformed the town into a vibrant spectacle of dazzling colours,…
A support group known Bibire, chiefs, baales, market women, youths and the good people of Orile-Oko community in Remo North Local Government, Ogun State have congratulated the Governor of Ogun State Governor, Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun on his 66 years birthday celebration and 7 years anniversary. In a statement signed by the…
Prominent Ogun businessman and community leader, Chief Ibrahim Dende Egungbohun, popularly known as IBD Dende, has congratulated Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on his 66th birthday and seventh year in office, describing the period as one that has brought expected renewed hope of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu mantra to…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on his 66th birthday, commending his administration’s people-centred approach to governance and remarkable developmental strides across the state. In a statement issued on Thursday, President Tinubu described Governor Abiodun, who also serves as Chairman of the Southern Governors’…
The Southwest Security Network Agency, known as Amotekun corps has commended Onilisa of Lisa Kingdom, Oba Oladele Odugbemi for his security architecture towards protecting the lifes and property of the people of Lisa and its environ. The Coordinator of Ogun State Security Network Agency, Amotekun Corps, Ifo Command, in Ifo…
Among the numerous socio-cultural groups that adorn the rich heritage and colourful traditions of Ijebuland, Egbe Tobalase Okunrin Akile Ijebu Worldwide has continued to distinguish itself through purposeful leadership, innovation, unity and an unwavering commitment to humanitarian service. Over the years, the Egbe has grown tremendously in strength, influence and…
The Iyalode of Ibiade in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area of Ogun State, Prof. Chief Mrs. Oluwakemi Adekola Adefesobi has organised a children’s party to celebrate this year’s Ileya festival and children day, bringing joy and excitement to hundreds of children in the town. The annual Eid-el-Adha celebration, held in…

