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Ayomide Awe The Vice-Chancellor, Bells University of Technology, Ota,Ogun State, Prof. Jeremiah Oludele Ojediran, on Wednesday, announced that the institution has produced 91 first-class graduates among 1,188 students Ojediran said this at a press conference held to mark the 16th Convocation Ceremony and the 20th anniversary of the institution. The conference, was attended by key officials, including the Registrar, Mr. Lamidi Tafa, the Public Relations Officer, Mr. Hakeem Adeyemi, deans from the various colleges, and heads of departments. Prof. Ojediran highlighted the university’s commitment to academic excellence, noting the impressive achievements of its students. The breakdown of the 2022/2023 academic…

Deborah Hundenu The Controller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nana Nandap, has made a clarion call for heightened professionalism, innovation, and integrity within the service, urging officers to embrace new challenges posed by technological advancements in border management. During a working visit to the NIS Head Office in Abeokuta, Ogun State, on Thursday, Nandap reinforced her commitment to ensuring Nigeria’s borders are more secure through the deployment of advanced e-border solutions while taking a firm stand against corruption. In a series of meetings with prominent stakeholders, including the Ogun State Deputy Governor, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, and traditional rulers…

Febe Falodun The Ogun State chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planning (NITP) has called on residents to seek professional consultation before embarking on building projects to prevent haphazard development and enhance sustainable growth. The advisory was issued during the NITP’s 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Abeokuta, with a focus on the importance of collaboration among Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) in driving physical and urban development across the state. NITP Chairman, Adefelala Sogbesan, emphasized the risks associated with building without professional advice, noting that it can lead to environmental hazards and structural deficiencies. He cited instances…

Febe Falodun & Deborah Hundenu The Ogun State Chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) held a health talk as part of the activities marking its 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM). The event, which took place at the NITP Ogun Secretariat in Ijeun-Lukosi, Abeokuta, was aimed at educating and enlightening attendees on healthy eating habits and the importance of regular eye checkups. A key highlight of the programme was a detailed presentation by Dietician Esther Oyewole, who emphasized the significance of a balanced diet for overall well-being. In her speech, she recommended early morning meals, stating that the…

Daud Olatunji The Owu Kingdom in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has been plunged into mourning following the passing of one of its esteemed leaders, Chief Raobil Isola Akinsipo, the Akogun of Owu Kingdom. Chief Akinsipo passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, aged 69, and was laid to rest the same day in accordance with Islamic customs. In a statement signed by Chief Dr. Abiodun Lasile, Orunto of Owu Kingdom, and issued on behalf of the Olowu of Owu Kingdom, Alayeluwa Oba Prof. Saka Matemilola, Oluyalo Otileta VII, the kingdom paid tribute to Chief Akinsipo’s life and legacy. Describing him as…

By: Chidalu Glory Abstract: Nwafor Orizu College of Education, a tertiary institution that houses thousands of students, lacks perimeter fencing despite over ten years of the project appearing in the state budget.  The students and staff of the Nwafor Orizu College of Education Nsugbe (NOCEN) grapple with dire security challenges largely because the school lacks perimeter fencing.  The school, a tertiary institution that houses thousands of students, lacks perimeter fencing despite the project appearing in the state budget for over ten years.  The school is unguarded and open to intruders as only a group of trees marks the boundary between…

A broadcaster, Moses Fakeye, popularly known as Ajede bi enijede, has been honoured with the Ogun State Achievers Award as the Most Outstanding On-Air Personality (OAP) of the Year. The prestigious award ceremony is slated for October 27, 2024, in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State. Fakeye, a prolific and vibrant broadcaster with Fresh 107.9 FM, has earned widespread recognition for his articulate and engaging Yoruba-language programs. His deep wisdom, fluency, and commanding presence on air have made him a household name across the state. The decision to honor him with this award was made after a thorough evaluation of…

Daud Olatunji The Governing Council of Remo Growth and Development Foundation (RemoGDF), has announced an elaborate plan for the maiden edition of Remo Day 2024, scheduled for December to celebrate the sons and daughters of Remoland, both at home and in the diaspora. The announcement was made during a press conference held at the Akarigbo Palace in Sagamu on Wednesday, with key dignitaries in attendance, including Seni Adetu, Chairman of RemoGDF, and Prince Wole Sowole, Vice Chairman and Chairman of the Planning Committee. His Royal Majesty Oba (Dr.) Babatunde Adewale Ajayi, CFR, Akarigbo, and Paramount Ruler of Remoland who was…

In a significant move aimed at improving the livelihood of civil servants, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the approval of a new minimum wage of N85,000 for workers in the state. This development, which positions Lagos at the forefront of wage increases in Nigeria, was disclosed during an interview with Channels Television on Wednesday. Sanwo-Olu emphasized that the decision was based on the state’s financial capacity and the cost of living in Lagos, rather than competing with other states. “It is not a competition. I am not going to say that we are paying more than some people;…

In a bid to address rising energy costs and promote sustainable alternatives, the Federal Government has launched a N10 billion initiative aimed at converting over one million vehicles to compressed natural gas (CNG) and accelerating the adoption of solar energy systems. The plan, which provides consumer credit to ease the financial burden on Nigerians, was unveiled on Wednesday in Abuja. The initiative, called the Credit Access for Light and Mobility (CALM) Fund, is designed to provide affordable credit to private individuals for the conversion of vehicles to CNG and the acquisition of energy-saving solutions like solar systems. The scheme aims…