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Two fatal road accidents in Ogun State on Wednesday claimed five lives and left three people injured, underscoring fresh concerns about road safety as the festive season approaches. The first crash occurred around 6 a.m. along Sango-Ijoko Road, near Gasline Junction, when a MAN Diesel truck (registration FST 424 XZ) attempted a dangerous overtaking maneuver…
The Everlasting Fountain Welfare Initiative (EFWI) celebrated its second anniversary on Saturday by announcing ambitious plans to construct a 500-bed shelter for homeless families and individuals in Ogun State.The announcement came during a fundraising dinner held at Pearl School Hall in Magboro, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area.Speaking at the event, EFWI founder Abiola Adeniyi revealed…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the immediate withdrawal of police officers assigned to protect Very Important Persons (VIPs). The order was issued during a security meeting with the nation’s service chiefs, including the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu; the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke; the Inspector General…
Police in Ogun State have rescued a 31-year-old man who was nearly lynched by an angry crowd in the Olomore area of Abeokuta after he was caught impersonating a soldier. The dramatic intervention by the state police command’s Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team prevented what could have become a fatal case of mob justice,…
Residents of Ijagun Road in Ijebu Ode have appealed to the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) to urgently replace the vandalized electricity cable that has plunged the community into a two-week blackout. Officials of the Ijagun Road Community Development Association (CDA), who met with the IBEDC Business Manager, Abdul-Ahmed Yinusa, in Ijebu Ode on Tuesday…
Samuel Olawunmi, Assistant Secretary of the four ruling houses of the Awujale of Ijebuland, has called on Ijebu kingmakers to strictly adhere to customary law and the region’s deep cultural heritage during the selection of the next monarch. In a firm warning, Olawunmi cautioned against external interference and the influence of wealth in the process.…
Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose met privately with ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo at the latter’s residence in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Sunday. Fayose was received at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library by aides before proceeding to Obasanjo’s private home for a closed-door discussion that lasted over an hour. Details of the meeting remain undisclosed, but…
Ogun Digital Summit (ODS) is making a strong return with its 6th edition, which will take place on November 20, 2025, at the June 12 Cultural Centre in Kuto, Abeokuta. Over the years, the summit has become the top technology and innovation event in Ogun State, bringing together thousands of entrepreneurs, innovators, and business leaders…
Anthony Joshua, the Nigerian-British professional boxer, recently encouraged Nigerians living abroad to visit their home country, Nigeria. In a viral video following his visit during the Yuletide season, the two-time heavyweight champion emphasized the importance of staying connected to one’s roots. In the video, Joshua urged Nigerians abroad to reconnect with their families, friends, and…
‘They’re to report on Monday’ – EFCC confirms invitation of Okoya’s sons for questioning. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has summoned Wahab and Raheem Okoya, the sons of billionaire businessman Chief Razaq Okoya, for questioning over alleged naira abuse. EFCC spokesperson Mr. Dele Oyewale confirmed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)…
