Category

State News

441 posts in this category.

Sagamu: Robbers Break Into Tailor’s Shop Steal Sewing Machines

A tailor in Sagamu, Ogun State, Mr. Saheed Oyewole, lost four sewing machines worth about N940,000 and several other items after robbers broke into his shop early Sunday morning. The robbery happened on Aina Obey Street, Ajaka, in Sagamu Local Government Area. The thieves took away the sewing machines and customers’ clothes kept in the…

Bode Mustapha Endorses Yayi For Ogun Governorship Election

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…

How Pension Savings Are Released To Families When A Cps Contributor Dies

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…

Obaigbena Says Nigeria Can Only Progress When Built On Justice

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…

Oloyede Reveals 15,000 Candidates Forged Admission Letters For Nysc Mobilization

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…

Ogun Distributes Refurbished Clothes, Shoes To Citizens

. 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…

Ogun Honours Retiring Permanent Secretary

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…

Otunba Babatunde Alatise Vows To Redefine Traditional Leadership In Ijebuland

Awujale Aspirant Alatise Promises Innovation, Investment, and Inclusive Growth for Ijebuland Engineer and entrepreneur Otunba (Engr.) Babatunde Alatise has officially declared his ambition to become the next Awujale of Ijebuland, pledging to lead with innovation, investment, and inclusiveness. During his visit to the Bubiade royal family house, Alatise said his goal is to blend Ijebu’s…

Senator Adeola Launches 12 Power Projects Across Ogun

Senator Solomon Adeola, who represents Ogun West, has stepped in to help solve the ongoing power outage problems in parts of Ogun State. This latest effort involves stakeholders from communities in Ogun West and Ogun Central that have been without electricity for several months. Residents, business owners, traditional rulers, and community leaders have all complained…