In a significant development, Olor’ogun Dr. Sonny Folorunsho Kuku, the current Regent of Awujale, has been officially appointed to serve as the Acting Awujale of Akile Ijebu Land. This appointment will remain in effect until a new Awujale is elected and crowned. The news has been met with widespread congratulations from sons and daughters of…
It was a day of speeches and celebration as 44 retired Heads of Local Government Administration (HOLGAs) were honored at an event organized by the Body of Serving HOLGAs in recognition of their invaluable contributions to grassroots governance in Ogun State. In her opening remarks, the Chairman of the occasion and Chairman of the Ogun…
The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) in Ogun State has directed all Local Government staff in the State to comply with the ongoing strike called by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC). The directive was issued by the NULGE State President, Comrade Adebayo Adefesobi Oluomo, following a meeting with Union members. According to Comrade…
In a dramatic escalation of their longstanding dispute with the State Government, Civil and Public Servants in Ogun State have commenced an indefinite strike over the non-remittance of contributory pension funds. The strike, which takes effect from 12 Midnight Tuesday, July 15, 2025, is expected to bring the State’s activities to a grinding halt. According…
The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, July 15, 2025, a public holiday in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday at the age of 82. According to a statement, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the declaration of the public holiday as part of the seven-day National mourning period to…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a seven-day mourning period in honor of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 82. According to a statement by the President’s media aide, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu directed that all National Flags fly at half-mast across the Country for seven…
In a shocking development, the Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, has joined his ancestors at the age of 91. The revered monarch, who reigned for over 64 years, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025. According to sources close to the palace, Oba Adetona’s death occurred just hours after the passing of former…
Nigeria – Former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, has passed away at the age of 82, according to his spokesperson, Garba Shehu. Buhari died on Sunday, July 13, 2025, in a London clinic. Buhari served as Nigeria’s president from 2015 to 2023, leading the country through two terms. During his tenure, he implemented various policies…
A devastating road accident has claimed the lives of two people and left nine others with varying degrees of injuries in Ogun State. The accident occurred on Monday night along the Owode-Ijako Area of the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway. According to eyewitnesses, the accident involved a DAF truck, a Mazda bus, and a tricycle. The Ogun State…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has expressed deep concern over the United States’ recent decision to impose stricter visa restrictions on Nigerian citizens. The new policy limits non-immigrant visas to three months with single entry, affecting various categories, including: B1/B2 Visas (Business and Tourism): Reduced validity period may hinder business activities and tourism between the…
