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Sunday, 16 March 2025
Politics

LG Polls: Ogun Residents Will Reject APC’s Hardship, Inflation Nov. 16 – Segun Showunmi

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) National Chairmanship aspirant, Otunba Segun Showunmi, expressed confidence that Ogun State residents will vote against the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the upcoming local government elections due to hardship, inflation, and the rising exchange rate.   Showunmi argued that the APC government, led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has caused […]

Business

Nigeria Set to Save N5.4trn from Subsidy Removal in 2024 – Gov Abiodun

The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has revealed that without President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to curb fuel subsidy, Nigeria would have spent a staggering N5.4 trillion by the end of 2024.   Governor Abiodun highlighted that such spending would have been detrimental, considering the Federal Government’s budget of N6.7 trillion for the same […]

Politics

Ogun PDP Turmoil Worsens as Two State Chairmen Emerge

The crisis within the Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) escalated on Saturday, with the emergence of two State Chairmen and separate state executive members.   The faction loyal to the 2023 governorship candidate, Hon. Ladi Adebutu, held their congress at the Abeokuta Sports Club, where Abayomi Tella was elected as State […]

News

Breaking: APC Submits Chairmanship Candidates List to OGSIEC for 2024 Ogun LG Polls

The Ogun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially submitted the names of its chairmanship candidates to the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission (OGSIEC) for the upcoming local government elections scheduled for November 26, 2024.   Below are the names of the 20 chairmanship candidates for the 20 local government areas:   […]

News

FG to Implement Tolls on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, 2nd Niger Bridge, Others

Works Minister Dave Umahi believes Nigerians are willing to pay for quality roads, provided their safety and comfort are ensured.     Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, stated that the Federal Government will introduce tolls on major highways across the country once construction and renovation are completed.     “We’re tolling the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway as […]

News

Ogun Government, UNFPA Collaborate to Tackle Gender-Based Violence

In a bid to improve the response to Gender-Based Violence (GBV) cases, the Ogun State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), organized a retreat for Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) service providers.   During the retreat in Abeokuta, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Hon. Adijat […]

Business

Oyelese: Ogun State Land Reforms Enhance Quality of Life and Economic Activity

The Ogun State Bureau of Lands and Survey has implemented several initiatives that have enhanced land administration and improved the ease of doing business, significantly boosting the state’s economy and quality of life.   Speaking during an interview with journalists at her office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, Special Adviser to the Governor on Lands and Survey, […]

News

Gov. Abiodun Announces New Funding Initiative to Enhance Primary Health Centers’ Performance

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, revealed on Tuesday that his administration will soon commence the distribution of grants and resources to the 236 Primary Health Centres (PHCs) statewide. This initiative aims to align the facilities with the standards set by the World Health Organization.   Governor Abiodun made this announcement during a visit from […]

Politics

Ogun LG Elections: APC Professional Women Congratulate Hon. Dr. Adeyemo on Primary Victory

A group under the aegis of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Professional Women for Senator Shuaib Afolabi Salisu (SAS) is a dedicated support network within the party, aimed at mobilizing professional women in favor of Senator Salisu, who represents the central district of Ogun State.   Following the conclusion of the recent APC local government […]