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In a dazzling celebration of culture, color, and royal tradition, Prince Adewale Oriola Adeyemi, an Ijebu prince and lawyer, married Princess Temilade Remi Adeoye in a grand ceremony that honored centuries of Ijebuland’s noble legacy. The seven-hour event took place at the C in Oniru, Lekki, drawing royalty, business leaders, high chiefs, and dignitaries from…
The lawmaker representing Ipokia/Idiroko Constituency in the Ogun State House of Assembly, Hon. Bisi Oyedele, also known as Citiside, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to lift the ban on fuel supply to communities located within 20 kilometres of Nigeria’s borders. The fuel supply restriction, introduced to stop smuggling to neighbouring countries, has caused serious…
Chief Bode Mustapha says Senator Solomon Adeola embodies fairness, unity, and development across Ogun State The Osi of Egbaland and prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) leader in Ogun State, Chief Bode Mustapha, has declared his support for the governorship ambition of Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi), describing him as a performer, bridge-builder, and unifier who…
ABEOKUTA — The Abeokuta Club has appointed former Ogun State governor, Aremo Olusegun Osoba, and the Baba Laje of Egbaland, Chief Olusegun Osunkeye, as Vice Patrons. Announcing the appointments, the Chairman of the Publicity Committee, Tunde Oluwasola, said the honour recognises their consistent support for the club’s mission of promoting unity, friendship, service, and the cultural advancement…
Pension schemes remain a crucial part of financial security for millions of Nigerian workers, helping them build a stable future after retirement. However, questions often arise about what becomes of a person’s pension savings when the contributor dies, whether before or after retirement. For many families, this uncertainty can create confusion during an already difficult…
TikTok star DJ Chicken was attacked by an angry mob in Sagamu on Saturday after his car reportedly hit a motorcycle, injuring a man and a woman. The crash occurred shortly after noon on a narrow street in the town. Witnesses said DJ Chicken was speeding when he collided with the motorcycle, throwing the rider…
Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of THISDAY-ARISE Media Group, Nduka Obaigbena, has said that Nigeria can only thrive when built on justice, fairness, and shared prosperity. Obaigbena made the remark on Monday during an ARISE Television event that hosted the Arewa Consultative Forum. He stressed the importance of building a balanced and inclusive society where all citizens have equal opportunities. “Nigeria works for all of us, and…
17 Deputy Vice Chancellors, Registrars, and JAMB Staff in ICPC Custody Board Extends Admission Deadline for Public Universities, Flags Six Schools for Irregular UTME Registrations The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, has revealed that about 15,000 candidates forged admission letters in order to qualify for mobilisation into the National Youth Service Corps…
. The Ogun State Government has extended its “Renew and Reuse Programme” to all 20 local government areas as part of its efforts to promote sustainable waste management and community welfare. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony held at the Ipokia Local Government Secretariat on Monday, the Commissioner for Environment, Ola Oresanya, said the initiative was…
The Ogun State Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, and other permanent secretaries in the state have praised the Chairman of the Body of Permanent Secretaries and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Olu Aikulola, who will retire from service on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. They gave their tributes during a special…
