Ogun State, Nigeria, World News & Stories
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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…
Governor Abiodun has issued a warning to APC members in the state to be responsible and stop acts capable of disrupting peace in the state. Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, talked about the importance of discipline in the APC. He said party members must be responsible for their actions. He had a meeting with APC…
The Ogun State government has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew on Sagamu, following recent clashes between rival cult groups that have resulted in at least 20 deaths. The curfew restricts human and vehicular movement from 7 pm to 6 am. The government has assured residents of Sagamu of their safety and property and has called on…
Abeokuta, Ogun State — In a heartfelt tribute, the Governor of Ogun State extended warm felicitations to the revered monarch, His Royal Majesty Oba (Dr.) Adetoun Aremu Gbadebo – CFR, Okukenu IV, on the momentous occasion of his 80th birthday anniversary. The celebratory message, posted on social media, commended the exemplary leadership of the Alake…
Councillors of Ijebu East Local Government in Ogun State took action on Thursday, impeaching the suspended Chairman of the council, Hon. Wale Adedayo, over allegations of financial misappropriation and diversion of funds. Leader of the Legislative Council, Hon. Fasheyi Akindele, in a statement, said Adedayo was impeached after he appeared before the councillors, following an…
Prominent Nigerians have expressed profound sadness over the passing of Nigeria’s first chartered accountant, Akintola Williams. He passed away at the age of 104 at his residence in Lagos on Monday. Eminent figures from various fields have paid their respects and celebrated his remarkable contributions to the accounting profession and national development. Former Nigerian President…
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun Appoints 10 More Commissioners Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has made significant strides in reshaping his administration with the nomination of 10 additional commissioners. This move follows the earlier submission of eight names in July, which were subsequently screened and confirmed by the Ogun State House of Assembly but…
Gbenga Daniel: It’s an act of executive recklessness Ogun Govt: It’s an illegal structure. It contravened our laws. The former governor of Ogun State, Senator Gbenga Daniel, and the Ogun State government had a disagreement regarding the demolition of a plaza owned by the former governor’s wife. Senator Daniel criticized the demolition of his wife’s…
The Ogun State government has responded to the demolition of DATKEM Plaza, owned by Olufunke Daniel, the wife of former governor Gbenga Daniel. According to the state government, DATKEM Plaza was an illegal structure with an approved plan that contravened the state’s physical planning laws and building codes. The government also cited numerous defects in…
Former Ogun Governor, Gbenga Daniel, has strongly criticized the demolition of his wife’s property in Ijebu Ode by the Ogun state government, labeling it as an act of executive recklessness, lawlessness, and irresponsibility. Daniel made these remarks in response to the demolition of DATKEM Plaza, a building owned by his wife, Olufunke Daniel, located on…
