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Actor and filmmaker Lateef Adedimeji has congratulated Ogun State on its 50th anniversary, praising its culture and progress. Adedimeji, a Prince of Agura Kingdom in Abeokuta, said Ogun State shows the spirit of excellence and is a gateway to Nigeria and Africa. He wrote, “Ogun State at 50 shows a rich mix of heritage, culture,…
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has described the 50th anniversary of the state as a time to reflect, give thanks, and renew commitment to development. In a statewide broadcast on Tuesday to mark the Golden Jubilee, the governor said the celebration marks 50 years of progress built on the vision, sacrifices and unity of the…
Residents of five communities in Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, protested at the weekend over claims that the Ebumawe of Ago-Iwoye, Oba Abdulrasaq Adesina Adenuga, took more than 500 acres of their farmland. The protesters, mostly elderly farmers from Isamuro, Imosun, Igan, Awori and Idode communities, marched along the road leading to the palace. Security officers from…
The people of Igbogila, a community in Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State, have said they no longer recognise five people who were earlier removed as chiefs and members of the Igbogila Council of Chiefs. In a disclaimer signed by the Otunba of Igbogila, Chief Semiu Akinlolu, and other chiefs, the community said…
The Ogun State Government has reaffirmed its territorial jurisdiction over Eba Island in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area, dismissing claims from parts of Ondo State as misleading and capable of sparking avoidable communal tension. The clarification follows public debates and a motion sponsored by Honourable Donald Ojogo, representing Ilaje Federal Constituency in Ondo State, after…
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has declared Tuesday, February 3, 2026, a public holiday across the state to mark the 50th anniversary of the creation of Ogun State. The announcement was made in a statement issued on Monday by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi, who said the holiday would allow…
The hope of people from Ijebu-Ode to have a new Awujale anytime soon is fading after the Ogun State Government ordered that the selection process should stop until further notice. Before the suspension, there were several accusations and counter-accusations. Some people alleged that one of the aspirants was giving out large sums of money and…
A fresh debate has started in Ijebuland as residents, traditional leaders and civil groups raise concerns about how the process to select a new Awujale is being handled. The Awujale throne is one of the most respected traditional stools in Yorubaland. It is not only a ceremonial position but also an important cultural, historical and…
The Fusengbuwa Ruling House has explained why it first fixed the price of the application form for the Awujale of Ijebuland throne at ₦10 million. The family said the decision was made after internal discussions and was meant to be fair to all qualified family members. The Olori Ebi of the ruling house, Otunba Lateef…
The traditional ruler of Iwoye-Ketu in Imeko-Afon Local Government Area of Ogun State, Oba Isaac Oyero, has raised concerns over what he described as a grossly inadequate security presence in the border community, warning that the situation has made it difficult to curb criminal activities in the area and its environs. The monarch said the…
