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Sunday, 16 March 2025
Crime

Four Suspected Cultists Nabbed in Ogun

Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have apprehended four individuals suspected to be members of the Aye Confraternity, allegedly terrorizing residents in the Ijoko area of Sango-Ota and its surroundings.   The suspects—Olanide Balogun, Olamilekan Oyedele, Adeolu Olayinka, and Abdulganiyu Azeez—were arrested during a police operation.   Confirming the arrests on Thursday, police spokesperson […]

Business

Ogun Govt Moves to Stabilize Food Prices, Bans Illegal Market Levies

The Ogun State Government, under Governor Dapo Abiodun, has announced plans to introduce a price regulation mechanism in markets across the state. This measure is part of efforts to curb rising food prices and make essential goods more affordable.   Governor Abiodun further declared that all non-developmental market levies have been suspended, except for development […]

News

Gov. Abiodun Engages Labour, Vows Ogun Won’t Lag on Minimum Wage Implementation  

Ogun State workers may soon celebrate as Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun announced that his administration is advancing efforts to implement the new minimum wage.   During a meeting with labor leaders at the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, the governor acknowledged the vital role workers play in the state’s rapid economic growth.   He assured labor […]

Politics

Ogun Assembly acknowledges Governor Abiodun’s request for 2025-2027 MTEF approval

The Ogun State House of Assembly has acknowledged the request from the State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, seeking approval for the 2025-2027 State Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF). This request comes ahead of the preparation of the 2025 state budget. The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide, formally acknowledged the Governor’s correspondence, dated […]

Politics

Dapo Abiodun Traders Association Backs Hon. Akamo for Abeokuta South Chairmanship

Traders Group Cites Philanthropy, Development Drive Ahead of November 16 Polls   The Dapo Abiodun Traders Association (DATA), Abeokuta chapter, has endorsed Hon. Sunday Oluwagbemiga Akamo as their chosen candidate for the Abeokuta South Local Government chairmanship ahead of the November 16 local government elections.   Hon. Mojeed Adegunle, Chairman of DATA, Ogun State, made […]

Politics

Ogun LG Election: Senator Adeola Dismisses Claims of Rift with Governor Abiodun

A statement released by Chief Kayode Odunaro, Media Adviser to Senator Solomon Adeola (APC, Ogun West), has refuted reports of a conflict between Governor Dapo Abiodun and Senator Adeola regarding the upcoming Local Government election in Ogun State.   The statement described a recent online blog post as “speculative” and intended to create a rift […]

Politics

Ogun LG Elections: Senator Yayi vs. Governor Abiodun in APC Influence Battle

The lead-up to the 2024 Local Government Election in Ogun State has sparked a significant power struggle within the All Progressives Congress (APC), placing two major political figures in direct opposition.   Governor Dapo Abiodun and Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, commonly known as Yayi, are at the heart of a brewing conflict that could redefine […]

Crime

Three Arrested for Kidnapping and Murder of 15-Year-Old in Ogun

The suspects, Umar Muhammad, 24, Audu Muhammad, 22, and Umar Danda, 22, are accused of abducting and killing 15-year-old Yahu Muhammad after demanding a ransom of N500,000.   A statement from the Commander, Soji Ganzallo, relayed through spokesperson Moruf Yusuf, reported the arrest in Abeokuta.   The victim was reportedly taken while tending cattle in […]