Ogun State, Nigeria, World News & Stories
Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing and her former partner, Opeyemi Falegan, have settled their differences, four years after their public fallout. In April 2022, PREMIUM TIMES reported that Blessing announced the end of her relationship with Mr Falegan, insisting that they weren’t married. They later confirmed their separation in separate Instagram videos. In his video, the…
British comedian and TV star Russell Brand, who became a household name in the 2000s as a sex-obsessed provocateur, will find out on Monday how long he will spend in jail, after he was convicted of rape and sexual assaults. Brand’s conviction last week marked the final blow in a scandal-hit showbiz career that…
Lagos Fashion Week founder, Omoyemi Akerele, has been honoured by the United States Consul General for her efforts to connect Nigerian designers with American consumers and create business opportunities for U.S. companies. The event brought together designers, entrepreneurs and creative leaders to celebrate Akerele’s vision and highlight fashion’s role in strengthening ties between Nigeria and…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State has staged a mega rally in Ilorin to canvass support for President Bola Tinubu, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, and the party’s governorship candidate, Salihu Yakubu-Danladi. The rally, described by its organisers as a 20,000-man march, attracted party faithful and supporters from Ilorin West, Ilorin East, Ilorin South, Asa…
THE 21st edition of The Experience, Africa’s annual gospel music concert, slated to hold on December 4, at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos, with Onikan Stadium added as an overflow venue to accommodate worshippers expected at the gathering. The concert, convened by Pastor Paul Adefarasin, Metropolitan of House On The Rock, will begin at 7…
The life and political journey of Lagos State deputy governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, have been brought to the big screen with the premiere of a new biographical film, Hamzat, Omo Oba, produced by Ultimate Communications. The movie, which chronicles Hamzat’s personal life, public service and political journey, premiered on Wednesday, November 4, at Silverbird Cinemas,…
Gospel music minister, Lilian Nneji, has continued to make a remarkable impact in the gospel music industry through her energetic ministrations, distinctive musical style and commitment to spreading the gospel. In this interview with SEYI SOKOYA, she speaks on her musical journey, the inspiration behind her ministrations, unity among gospel artistes, health management, among other…
Jollof rice is hardly just another meal in Nigeria. Its colour, aroma, texture, and level of smokiness are scrutinised, compared and debated, making it a bold choice for any fast-food chain. That was the dish placed before guests on Friday at Burger King’s Ajose Adeogun outlet in Victoria Island, Lagos, where delivery platform Swoop hosted…
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has committed two billion dollars to support Africa’s creative and cultural industries, as it seeks to transform the continent’s cultural influence into sustainable businesses, exports and investment opportunities. The commitment was highlighted at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Weekend in Lagos, which brought together investors, policymakers, financial institutions and…
•Says he wants to one day win a Nobel Prize in Chemistry Al-amin Biliaminu graduated from the Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, Oyo State, for the 2025-2026 session. He finished with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.96 on a scale of 5.0. In this interview…
Category
President Tinubu to commission key projects during Ogun visit President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to visit Ogun State on Saturday for the commissioning and inspection of major infrastructure projects, highlighting the state’s push for economic growth and improved public services. According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade,…
An agricultural economist, Otunba Tunji Oredipe, has declared his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Ogun State under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Oredipe, who hails from the Ogun East Senatorial District and is also a systems architect, pledged to prioritise grassroots development, ensure inclusive growth, and promote accountability if…
Oke-Mosan 2027: Bolaji Odusina, a physician based in the US, declares interest in Ogun governorship. Likens race to David vs Goliath A governorship aspirant in Ogun State, Dr. Bolaji Odusina, has officially declared her intention to contest the 2027 election on the platform of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing her ambition as a classic…
Ademorin Aliu Kuye, a contender for the vacant Awujale throne of Ijebuland, has said he is not desperate to become the next monarch. Kuye, who represents Somolu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives of Nigeria, denied claims that he had been presenting himself as the Awujale-elect, describing the allegations as false and malicious. Responding…
Category
Featured posts
President Tinubu to commission key projects during Ogun visit President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to visit Ogun State on Saturday for the commissioning and inspection of major infrastructure projects, highlighting the state’s push for economic growth and improved public services. According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Kayode Akinmade,…
Ademorin Aliu Kuye, a contender for the vacant Awujale throne of Ijebuland, has said he is not desperate to become the next monarch. Kuye, who represents Somolu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives of Nigeria, denied claims that he had been presenting himself as the Awujale-elect, describing the allegations as false and malicious. Responding…
In Ijebu-Ode, the Keregbetu family has petitioned President Bola Tinubu over the prolonged suspension of the process to select a new Awujale of Ijebuland. The appeal followed the decision of the Ogun State Government to halt the selection process, citing numerous petitions from security agencies and other concerned parties. The Awujale throne became vacant in…
The head of the Fusengbuwa Ruling House, Otunba Abdulateef Owoyemi, has appealed to Dapo Abiodun to lift the suspension on the Awujale selection process and allow kingmakers to complete their work. Owoyemi, a former National President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, said the royal family next in line to produce the Awujale,…
Category
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara State has staged a mega rally in Ilorin to canvass support for President Bola Tinubu, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, and the party’s governorship candidate, Salihu Yakubu-Danladi. The rally, described by its organisers as a 20,000-man march, attracted party faithful and supporters from Ilorin West, Ilorin East, Ilorin South, Asa…
THE 21st edition of The Experience, Africa’s annual gospel music concert, slated to hold on December 4, at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos, with Onikan Stadium added as an overflow venue to accommodate worshippers expected at the gathering. The concert, convened by Pastor Paul Adefarasin, Metropolitan of House On The Rock, will begin at 7…
Gospel music minister, Lilian Nneji, has continued to make a remarkable impact in the gospel music industry through her energetic ministrations, distinctive musical style and commitment to spreading the gospel. In this interview with SEYI SOKOYA, she speaks on her musical journey, the inspiration behind her ministrations, unity among gospel artistes, health management, among other…
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has committed two billion dollars to support Africa’s creative and cultural industries, as it seeks to transform the continent’s cultural influence into sustainable businesses, exports and investment opportunities. The commitment was highlighted at the 2026 Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) Weekend in Lagos, which brought together investors, policymakers, financial institutions and…
Category
British comedian and TV star Russell Brand, who became a household name in the 2000s as a sex-obsessed provocateur, will find out on Monday how long he will spend in jail, after he was convicted of rape and sexual assaults. Brand’s conviction last week marked the final blow in a scandal-hit showbiz career that…
Lagos Fashion Week founder, Omoyemi Akerele, has been honoured by the United States Consul General for her efforts to connect Nigerian designers with American consumers and create business opportunities for U.S. companies. The event brought together designers, entrepreneurs and creative leaders to celebrate Akerele’s vision and highlight fashion’s role in strengthening ties between Nigeria and…
The life and political journey of Lagos State deputy governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, have been brought to the big screen with the premiere of a new biographical film, Hamzat, Omo Oba, produced by Ultimate Communications. The movie, which chronicles Hamzat’s personal life, public service and political journey, premiered on Wednesday, November 4, at Silverbird Cinemas,…
Jollof rice is hardly just another meal in Nigeria. Its colour, aroma, texture, and level of smokiness are scrutinised, compared and debated, making it a bold choice for any fast-food chain. That was the dish placed before guests on Friday at Burger King’s Ajose Adeogun outlet in Victoria Island, Lagos, where delivery platform Swoop hosted…
