Ogun State, Nigeria, World News & Stories
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Afrobeats star David “Davido” Adeleke has reflected on his uncle, Ademola Adeleke’s re-election as Osun State governor, claiming that he took on 17 All Progressives Congress (APC) governors with just his mobile phone. The “Unavailable” hitmaker, who played a key role in Adeleke’s re-emergence as governor, also spoke about President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill…
This week, Politics dominated the headlines, but it wasn’t the only story shaping public conversation. From Peter Obi, Bola Tinubu, Rabiu Kwankwaso, and Atiku Abubakar exchanging political salvos ahead of 2027, to Lionel Messi’s heartbreak after Argentina’s World Cup final defeat and Spain’s historic triumph, the week was rich with moments that sparked debate. Nigerians…
Afrobeats star Davido’s decision to spotlight the abducted schoolchildren and teachers from Oyo State during a FIFA World Cup event has sparked debate. Popular APC praise singer Dauda Kahutu, popularly known as Rarara, accusing him of portraying Nigeria negatively before an international audience. The controversy followed Davido’s appearance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown…
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,…
Forty Suspects Detained Over Alleged Coup Plot Against Tinubu’s Government Nigerian security agencies have detained 40 suspects over an alleged plot to violently overthrow the democratically elected government of President Bola Tinubu. Those arrested include senior military officers across the armed forces, a police officer, and civilians allegedly involved in reconnaissance, funding, and propaganda activities.…
Tai Solarin Federal University of Education (TASFUED) is set to graduate 4,785 students at its 17th convocation ceremony, including 40 graduates who earned First Class honours. The Acting Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Adekunle Adeogun, disclosed this while speaking ahead of the event. He praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s education initiatives, saying they have helped prevent students from…
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) pensioners have praised the Federal Government for showing strong leadership by signing an important agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). They said resolving a problem that started in 2009 proves that the government can solve long-standing disputes through honest talks, dialogue, and keeping to agreements. Encouraged…
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu; the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun; and a former governor of the state, Chief Olusegun Osoba, will receive honorary Doctor of Science degrees at the 17th convocation ceremony of Tai Solarin University of Education. The event will take place on January 29, 2026. According to a statement…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent his condolences to the government and people of Ogun State and the Onabanjo family over the death of Chief Lucia Onabanjo, the wife of former Ogun State governor Chief Olabisi Onabanjo. She died on January 12 at the age of 101. In a statement released by his Special Adviser…
There is unrest among some military officers after Colonel Nurudeen Yusuf, the Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, was promoted to Brigadier-General. Some officers told reporters that the promotion was “unusual, especially in a democracy.” They said that while junior officers like Lieutenants, Captains, Majors, and Lieutenant Colonels may be promoted for excellent performance,…
