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The Chairperson of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Ogun State chapter, Sekinat Salam, has rejected her suspension by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) in the state, describing the move as unconstitutional and a cover-up for alleged financial fraud engineered by the NUJ chairman, Comrade Wale Olanrewaju. Salam declared: “My attention has been drawn to a decision by the executive council of the NUJ in Ogun State, led by Comrade Wale Olanrewaju, to suspend me as Chairperson of NAWOJ and my Financial Secretary, Comrade Charity James, over an allegation of financial misconduct.” She explained that she had initially…
The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Adron Homes and Properties Limited, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, has congratulated the Government and people of Oyo State as the state marks its 50th anniversary, describing the occasion as a celebration of resilience, cultural pride, and sustained progress. He noted that since its creation, Oyo State has remained a strong contributor to Nigeria’s socio-economic and cultural development, emerging as a hub of commerce, education, and innovation. According to him, the Golden Jubilee offers a moment for reflection and renewed commitment by government, private sector players, traditional institutions, and citizens toward building a more inclusive…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has cautioned against attempts to create division among residents of Tongegi Island and across the state over ongoing oil exploration activities in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area. The governor gave the warning while commissioning the Abeokuta–Obalende and Osinubi New Roads in Ijebu-Ode, where he clarified that the oil drilling exercise is being carried out by the Federal Government through the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), and not by the Ogun State Government. Abiodun explained that although hydrocarbon deposits have been identified in parts of Ogun Waterside, including Tongegi Island, their commercial viability is…
Abeokuta, January 30, 2026 – The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Ogun State Chapter, has passed a unanimous vote of confidence on its Chairperson, Comrade Sekinat Salam, and the Financial Secretary, Comrade Charity James. The communiqué issued after the meeting, held at the Press Centre, Okeilewo, Abeokuta, stated: The meeting noted with satisfaction the Chairperson’s: Executive members further acknowledged: Consequently, the communiqué reaffirmed: It also called for unity among members: The communiqué was unanimously adopted by executive members present and duly signed on January 30, 2026. In attendance:
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In celebration of the season of love, Adron Homes and Properties has announced the launch of its special Valentine campaign, “Love for Love” Promo, a customer-centric initiative designed to reward Nigerians who choose to express love through smart, lasting real estate investments. The Love for Love Promo offers clients attractive discounts, flexible payment options, and an array of exclusive gift items, reinforcing Adron Homes’ commitment to making property ownership both rewarding and accessible. The campaign runs throughout the Valentine season and applies to the company’s wide portfolio of estates and housing projects strategically located across Nigeria. Speaking on the promo,…
By Rowland Olonishuwa On Tuesday, Kogi State paused to mark two years since Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo took the oath as Executive Governor. Across government circles, community halls, and everyday conversations, the anniversary was more than a date on the calendar; it was a milestone that invites both reflection and renewed optimism. A moment to look back at how far the state has travelled in just twenty-four months, and where it is heading next. Since assuming office in January 2024, Ododo has steered the state through a period of measured consolidation, delivering strategic interventions across security, infrastructure, human capital, and…
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…