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The Ogun State Government has initiated a campaign to remove illegal structures within the state’s industrial clusters to preserve the designated industrial areas’ layout and purpose. This operation was conducted through a collaborative effort involving officials from the Special Land Task Force of the Bureau of Lands and Survey and the Central Monitoring Unit of…
The Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, emphasized that Nigeria’s 63-year journey as a nation has provided numerous reasons for all its citizens to acknowledge the extraordinary grace bestowed upon them by Almighty God. This divine grace has enabled the nation to surmount various challenges that have threatened its unity. Governor Abiodun conveyed this…
The Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, Abiodun Alamutu, has made it clear that those involved in the recent cult killings in Sagamu are not students or affiliated with any political party. This statement comes in the wake of the Department of State Services (DSS) arresting a member of the Ogun State House of Assembly,…
Team Ogun has proudly secured its first medal at the highly anticipated and thrilling National Sports Festival, currently taking place in the vibrant city of Asaba, Delta State. The medal-winning performance came courtesy of the exceptionally talented Mojeed Rilwan, who exhibited remarkable skill and determination to clinch the Bronze medal in the fiercely competitive 40kg…
The Yewa Youth Leadership Conference concluded yesterday with a dynamic display of passion and intellect, leaving all attendees deeply inspired and revitalized. Over the course of three days, this event, hosted at the ASUP Hall in Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, successfully brought together young leaders, activists, and change-makers from diverse backgrounds across the Yewa communities. Their…
Unexpected Turn of Events As Ogun Council Chairmen Confronted with Protests Regarding Fund Allocation Issues In Ogun State, Nigeria, there has been a series of controversies and conflicts involving local government chairmen and allegations of fund diversion. Here’s a summary of the events: The situation highlights the contentious issues surrounding local government funding and governance…
The State Security Services (SSS) has arrested Damilare Bello, a member of the Ogun State House of Assembly representing Sagamu Constituency 1. His arrest is related to the recent violent clashes in his constituency, which resulted in numerous casualties. Damilare Bello is a member of the opposition People’s Democratic Party (PDP), and the party has…
The Ogun State Government has started building 200 homes estate to be known as Gateway Aviation Village in Iperu, Ikenne Local Government, for people with low to medium incomes. These houses will be two-bedroom expandable bungalows. The news of the Gateway Aviation Village was shared by Jagunmolu Omoniyi, the Special Adviser on Housing, through the…
A member of Ogun State’s Assembly, Hon. Damilare Bello Mohammed, got arrested for his alleged role in a weekend clash between cults in Sagamu. Five suspects, linked to the incident that began on Wednesday and lasted until Sunday, causing multiple deaths, also got apprehended. The lawmaker, representing Sagamu State Constituency (1), is accused of providing…
In one of the featured stories on The Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), it is observed that residents of Sagamu in Ogun East now live in ‘Perpetual Fear’ Amid Cult Clashes. In Sagamu, Ogun State, violent conflicts between rival cult groups have raised serious concerns among residents. More than 20 lives were lost in a…
