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The Ogun State Police Command have arraigned an acclaimed student leader in the state, Olanose James, before the State Magistrate Court over a three-count charge of impersonation, conduct likely to breach public peace and forgery. The defendant who was brought before the Magistrate Court sitting in Isabo, Abeokuta, on Wednesday, was said to have committed the three offences on December 22, 2025, in the Abeokuta Magisterial District. Reading the charges before the court presided over by O.T Odubanjo, the police prosecutor said that Olanose, 32 years, on December 22, 2025, in the Abeokuta Magisterial District, did impersonate to be a…
Following the suspension of the selection process for a new Awujale of Ijebuland by the Ogun State Government, a group of residents on Monday staged a peaceful protest across parts of Ijebu-Ode in support of the government’s decision. The protesters, under the banner of Ijebu Sons and Daughters and Ijebu-Ode Progressive Youths, marched through major roads in the town carrying placards with inscriptions such as: “Awujale stool is not for sale,” “Governor Abiodun, save Ijebuland from crisis,” “We want the best prince as Awujale,” and “Let there be a free and fair selection process.” The procession converged at the Ijebu-Ode…
As part of activities marking the 50th anniversary of Ogun State, the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Ogun State chapter, has announced plans to honour Governor Dapo Abiodun, former world heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua, and several other distinguished individuals and corporate organizations for their contributions to sports development and the growth of the state. The awards ceremony, which is one of the highlight events of the Ogun @50 celebrations, is aimed at recognizing outstanding achievements, long-term commitment, and strategic support for sports and youth development within and outside the state. According to the organizers, Governor Abiodun is being…
Rite Foods Limited, Nigeria’s leading food and beverage manufacturer, has reaffirmed its commitment to environmental stewardship and the adoption of clean energy to celebrate the 2026 International Clean Energy Day, themed “Clean Energy for People and Planet.” As a market leader, Rite Foods continues to pioneer sustainable manufacturing practices, integrating clean energy into its core operations to reduce its carbon footprint while delivering world-class products to millions of Nigerian consumers. To further commemorate this milestone and drive industry-wide dialogue, Rite Foods will host an interactive session with key stakeholders on Friday, January 30th, 2026. This forum will bring together energy experts, government officials,…
As the world marks Clean Energy Day on January 26, JMG Limited (https://www.jmglimited.com/), a leading provider of hybrid and integrated electromechanical solutions, is reinforcing its commitment to Nigeria’s clean energy transition with measurable impact, most notably a significant reduction in diesel consumption at its Lagos head office. With specialized divisions spanning JMG Power(https://www.jmglimited.com/power) for diesel and gas generators, JMG Solar(https://www.jmglimited.com/solar) for renewable energy solutions, JMG Clima(https://www.jmglimited.com/clima) for cooling systems, JMG Elevator (https://www.jmglimited.com/elevator) for lifts and vertical transportation, JMG Electra (https://www.jmglimited.com/electra) for electrical infrastructure, and JMG Industrial(https://www.jmglimited.com/industrial) for air compressor solutions, JMG plays a critical role in everyday life, powering homes, buildings, and industries with reliable, efficient, and environmentally responsible systems.…
The Commandant of the Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre (NAFRC), Air Vice Marshal Nnaemeka Ignatius Ilo, has intensified efforts to strengthen inter-service synergy and civil–military collaboration, as the Centre explores expanded partnerships with sister military formations, leading private sector organisations and research institutions to advance resettlement and vocational training for retiring service personnel. AVM Ilo received a delegation from the Naval Doctrine Command (NAVDOC), led by the Flag Officer Commanding, Rear Admiral Bobmanuel Kokoete Effiong, in a visit aimed at deepening inter-service cooperation and identifying areas of mutual benefit. Rear Admiral Effiong underscored the strategic importance of doctrine in guiding…
The succession crisis surrounding the vacant throne of the Awujale of Ijebuland has sparked sharp criticism, with calls for the Ogun State Government to respect Yoruba tradition and withdraw from the process. In a strongly worded statement, Otunba Rotimi Paseda declared that “the ongoing controversy over the succession to the vacant throne of the Awujale of Ijebuland is not just another local dispute — it is a fundamental clash between Yoruba tradition and political interference, and the state must not be allowed to override established cultural norms.” Following the death of Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona in July 2025, after an…
—New Seaport to Be Known as Blue Marine Economic Zone
Lagos, Nigeria — 21 January 2026 — Interswitch, Africa’s leading integrated payments and digital commerce company, has announced its return as the headline sponsor of the InnovateAI Conference for the third consecutive year, reaffirming its commitment to building resilient, trusted digital infrastructure for Africa’s evolving economy. The third edition of the InnovateAI Conference is scheduled to take place on Friday, February 20, 2026, at the Landmark Event Centre, Lagos, and is expected to attract over 10,000 participants across physical and virtual platforms. Themed “Responsible AI, Beyond Innovation,” the conference comes at a defining moment for Nigeria and the continent, as artificial intelligence increasingly…
……..as Governor Abiodun leads bold step to modernise classrooms and bridge rural-urban education gaps.