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 Daud Olatunji   The former Governor of Ogun State, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, led a moving funeral ceremony in honor of his revered political mentor, Chief (Mrs) Taiwo Kosenatu Durojaiye, in the heart of Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State. In a heartfelt address to a congregation gathered at the Emmanuel Anglican Church, Keesi, Amosun passionately expressed his gratitude and admiration for Mama Durojaiye, crediting her with playing a pivotal role in his illustrious political journey.  He attributed his successful tenure as a lawmaker in the National Assembly and his two-term governorship to her unwavering support and invaluable guidance Senator Amosun described…

Daud Olatunji In a determined effort to combat polio virus, reduce child morbidity, and enhance the overall well-being of children and women, the Ogun State Government has launched a comprehensive initiative that aims to provide essential vaccines and health services.  A statement released by the Information officer of the Primary Health Centre Development Board,the campaign was officially inaugurated during the flag-off ceremony of the National Immunization Plus Days (NIPDs) and Optimized Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health Week at the Primary Health Center in Kugba, Abeokuta. Dr. Tomi Coker, the Commissioner for Health, emphasized the government’s commitment to safeguarding children against…

Daud Olatunji The Ogun State Police Command has said that a  16-year-old girl was  raped after she got drunk during an annual church event in Ogun State. The Police Public Relations Officer in Ogun, Omolola Odutola, disclosed this in a statement on Friday. Odutola said the victim’s mother reported to the police that her 16-year-old daughter, who got drunk during an annual church year anniversary celebration on the 6th of November 2023 in Adubi, Ewekoro, local government area of  Ogun State” was raped. Odutola quoted the mother as having said that she had taken her daughter to “a nearby bar…

Daud Olatunji In a recent development, the Ogun State Police Command has successfully apprehended Mr. Alao James, who was found in possession of a stolen blue Toyota Rav4 SUV with registration number MUS580JA.  The stolen vehicle was located and recovered by the diligent efforts of the Divisional Police Officer in Sango. The owner of the SUV, Mr. Elogie Polycap, had previously reported the theft to the police, explaining that his car had been stolen from a car park in Gbagada by unknown criminals. Ogun State police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, revealed that the police had engaged in intelligence-based policing to track…

Daud Olatunji In an unprecedented confluence of academic, cultural, and traditional significance, Atiba University in Oyo, Nigeria, is set to witness a momentous event on the 24th of November, 2023.  The distinguished Oba Prof. Adekunle Adeogun-Okunoye, Oyedeji11, revered as the Eburu of Ibaland, will be officially installed as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the rapidly expanding Atiba University. The grand investiture will coincide with the university’s inaugural convocation, a ceremony of double significance that will take place at the University Main Hall at 9 am.  Eminent personalities, both nationally and internationally, ranging from seasoned academics to…

Daud Olatunji Nigeria, Africa’s largest oil-producing nation, is grappling with a staggering revenue shortfall of N15.7 trillion over the course of eight years. This development according to a report  by BusinessDay, draws  serious concerns about the country’s fiscal stability. Data from the recently published 2024-2026 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) reveal the alarming trend. The federal government had set a revenue target of N52 trillion over this eight-year period but has consistently fallen short of its goals. As of June 2023, the deficit stands at a colossal N15.7 trillion. Analysts are increasingly worried as government…

A Canadian parliament legislative Aide Mr. Akin Oduntan has commended the Anti Curruption Ambassador and realtor, Dr Babatunde Adeyemo, for his level of focus, creativity and innovation as reflected in the top notch Pelican Valley Estate at Laderin and Pelican Brief Estate project at Kobape – both in Ogun State, Southwestern of Nigeria. He Said he has heard so much about Pelican Valley and submitted that he was so excited to see things for himself,concerning the well executed real estate projects. Mr Oduntan who spoke at The Podium within the Pelican Valley ,Abeokuta shortly after a guided tour of the…

Daud Olatunji In a shocking turn of events, former students of Model Secondary School in Jalingo, Taraba state capital, allegedly stabbed their teacher, Bassey Sardauna, to death. The fatal incident unfolded outside the school premises as the teacher was on his way home in a tricycle. The dispute originated from an inter-house inspection that was disrupted by an ex-student attempting to sign a Nigeria Air Force form. According to Tsokwa Sani, the vice principal academics, tensions escalated when the former student refused to withdraw and apologize after causing a disturbance during the inspection. Sani explained, “The former student declined, saying…

Daud Olatunji As the clock ticks down to the highly anticipated November 11, 2023 governorship elections, the Department of State Services (DSS) has issued a stern caution to politicians, urging them to refrain from making provocative comments that could jeopardize public peace. Expressing concern over the escalating trend of incendiary remarks from influential figures and representatives of non-governmental entities, DSS spokesperson Peter Afunanya emphasized the detrimental impact such statements could have on social harmony and national stability. “In the aftermath of the elections and the associated legal disputes, it is imperative that we move forward in nation-building with unity and…

Aminat Gusanu No fewer than 113 terrorists have been killed and 300 arrested in one week, according to the Defence Headquarters (DHQ). The Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Edward Buba, said this during the bi-weekly briefing on the activities of the military across the country on Thursday in Abuja. Buba said terrorists and bandits are already counting their loss. He also said the infrastructure of these terrorist and bandit groups and their foot soldiers would not be spared across the various theatres of operations. He said, “There is no doubt that these groups must be defeated and are indeed…