Ogun State, Nigeria, World News & Stories
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Team Ogun has proudly secured its first medal at the highly anticipated and thrilling National Sports Festival, currently taking place in the vibrant city of Asaba, Delta State. The medal-winning performance came courtesy of the exceptionally talented Mojeed Rilwan, who exhibited remarkable skill and determination to clinch the Bronze medal in the fiercely competitive 40kg…
The Yewa Youth Leadership Conference concluded yesterday with a dynamic display of passion and intellect, leaving all attendees deeply inspired and revitalized. Over the course of three days, this event, hosted at the ASUP Hall in Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, successfully brought together young leaders, activists, and change-makers from diverse backgrounds across the Yewa communities. Their…
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…
The state has started the training program for the personnel who will manage drones. The Ogun State government is taking proactive measures to address security concerns within the state by implementing an innovative approach: the use of drones for aerial surveillance. Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun recently revealed that the state has initiated a comprehensive training…
The Ogun State Government has started building 200 homes estate to be known as Gateway Aviation Village in Iperu, Ikenne Local Government, for people with low to medium incomes. These houses will be two-bedroom expandable bungalows. The news of the Gateway Aviation Village was shared by Jagunmolu Omoniyi, the Special Adviser on Housing, through the…
A member of Ogun State’s Assembly, Hon. Damilare Bello Mohammed, got arrested for his alleged role in a weekend clash between cults in Sagamu. Five suspects, linked to the incident that began on Wednesday and lasted until Sunday, causing multiple deaths, also got apprehended. The lawmaker, representing Sagamu State Constituency (1), is accused of providing…
Enjoy the historic visitation of Ijebu monarchs under Lagos territory to the Awujale in vivid colours.
In one of the featured stories on The Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), it is observed that residents of Sagamu in Ogun East now live in ‘Perpetual Fear’ Amid Cult Clashes. In Sagamu, Ogun State, violent conflicts between rival cult groups have raised serious concerns among residents. More than 20 lives were lost in a…
Ogun State Assembly confirms commissioner nominees, excluding one withdrawn by the governor Governor Dapo Abiodun withdrew the nomination of Tunde Osunbiyi among the 10 commissioner nominees sent to the Ogun State House of Assembly. The Assembly confirmed the remaining nine nominees without giving a reason for Osunbiyi’s withdrawal. The approval of the nine nominees came…
The Ogun State Government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring that the Abeokuta-Sagamu road remains in good condition for motorists and other road users to ply. The government also revealed plans to collaborate with truck owners and other stakeholders on the road. “Lamenting the continuous deterioration of the road due to the pressure daily put…
