The Gateway International Airport is moving closer to commencing International passenger operations as the Ogun State Government intensifies preparations to begin flights for the annual Hajj to the Saudi Arabia. The initiative forms part of a broader strategy by the administration of Prince Dapo Abiodun to strengthen aviation infrastructure, stimulate economic growth and position the…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Thursday commissioned Phase II of the Imashayi–Igan-Okoto–Ayetoro Road in Yewa North Local Government Area, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to completing the final phase of the project. Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Governor Abiodun assured residents that the last phase of the road would be completed to fully connect…
The Omoluabi Political Movement in Ogun State has congratulated the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, and the State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Yemi Sanusi, alongside 35 other executive committee members, following their re-election to lead the party for another four-year term. The congress, held on Tuesday at the Cultural…
By Kemi Kilani Our attention has been drawn to spurious and utterly laughable piece on different social media platforms, trying rather fruitlessly to compare the personalities of Prince Dapo Abiodun and that of the former Governor of Ogun State, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, out of palpable fear of future political misfortune. While the intrinsic evaluation of…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has urged Muslim and Christian faithful to embrace the spiritual significance of Ramadan and Lent, describing the twin observances as a rare moment of unity, sacrifice and collective supplication. In a statement released on Wednesday February 18 in Abeokuta, the Governor congratulated adherents of both faiths on the commencement…
The Ogun State Government has announced the clearance of pension and gratuity arrears owed to workers who retired between 2012 and 2020, as part of what it described as sustained reforms to stabilise public finances and prioritise retirees’ welfare. Speaking at a media parley organised by the Ministry of Budget and Planning, the Commissioner for…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has decried the spate of reckless driving by some truck operators along the Sango–Ota corridor, following a fatal accident at the Ota Toll Gate that left seven people dead. The accident, which involved a trailer tanker reportedly experiencing brake failure, claimed the lives of six men and one woman….
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has fulfilled his pledge to reward athletes who represented the State at the 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF), disbursing a total of N474 million to medalists, coaches and officials. The cheque presentation ceremony was held on Monday at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta. Governor Abiodun had, in…
The Southern Governors’ Forum has expressed deep sympathy with the Government and people of Kano State following the devastating fire outbreak that razed the popular Singa Market. Chairman of the Forum and Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, conveyed the condolences in a statement issued on Sunday in Abeokuta, describing the incident as a tragic…
Abeokuta South Local Government on Friday February 6, lit up with culture, colour and celebration as part of activities marking the Golden Jubilee of Ogun State, with the Council Chairman, Hon. Balogun Olaniyi Afeez (BOA), taking centre stage to reaffirm his administration’s commitment to people-focused and inclusive development. The colourful cultural carnival and road show…
