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Land Dispute Between Makogi Community and Alleged Land Grabbers at the Root of CrisisMakogi, Ogun State — The Olu of Makogi Kingdom in Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, His Royal Majesty, Oba Babatunde Akanni Sonola, has not been remanded in custody by any court, contrary to claims and insinuations circulating in some sections of the public.Investigations revealed that the controversy surrounding the traditional ruler stems from a long-standing land dispute between the Makogi community and individuals alleged to be land grabbers seeking to illegally take over parcels of land within the community. While it is true that…
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested eight suspects for breach of public peace, unlawful assembly, obstruction of traffic, and assault on police officers during a disturbance in Sango-Ota, Ogun State, on Christmas Day. According to the Command’s PPRO, DSP Oluseyi B. Babaseyi, the incident occurred on December 25, 2025, at Temidire Junction and Under-Bridge, where a group operating under the name “Democratic Republic of the Yoruba” barricaded roads, set bonfires, disrupted traffic, and attacked police officers deployed to restore order. Items recovered from the suspects included a Toyota Dyna vehicle, two broadcast speakers, flags, shirts bearing inscriptions of their…
In fulfilment of his pledge and in a move aimed at facilitating smooth governance at the grassroots, the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has presented Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) to all the 20 Local Government chairmen in the state.The presentation took place in Abeokuta on Thursday, amid the Christmas festivities.Speaking through the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mr. Ganiyu Hamzat, Governor Abiodun commended the Local Government chairmen for their efforts in delivering dividends of democracy at the grassroots. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to working closely with them to improve the welfare and quality of life of…
The Director-General of the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership (NCSP), Mr. Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, has extended warm Christmas and New Year greetings to Christians in Nigeria and China as they celebrate the yuletide season. In his goodwill message, Tegbe described Christmas as a season that embodies the enduring values of love, peace, sacrifice, and unity, principles he noted remain fundamental to fostering harmony within societies and strengthening international partnerships. He urged Christians of Nigerian and Chinese descent to draw inspiration from the birth and life of Jesus Christ, as enshrined in the Holy Scriptures, and to continue to uphold these values in…
Pernod Ricard Nigeria, a member of the Pernod Ricard Group, a global leader in the spirits and wine industry, in partnership with the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), has launched the ‘Don’t Drink and Drive’ campaign in Lagos to raise awareness about the dangers of drunk driving and promote responsible drinking habits among road users. The campaign, themed “Take Responsibility for Your Safety – Don’t Drink and Drive,” aims to reduce road accidents and fatalities during the festive season and beyond. According to the FRSC, drunk driving remains a leading cause of road crashes in Nigeria, with Lagos State being…
JMG Limited, Nigeria’s trusted hybrid and integrated electromechanical energy provider, has successfully commissioned solar power systems at three major NIPCO Plc, a prominent fueling station in Nigeria. The project, which involved the installation of solar power systems at three of NIPCO’s stations in Gwagwalada, Lekki, and Mpape, delivered dependable clean energy, eliminating diesel reliance, and unlocking over ₦44 million in annual energy cost savings. The installations feature advanced hybrid systems, combining solar arrays, lithium battery storage, and smart inverters to provide 24/7 energy for fuel pumps, lighting, and office operations. Each site has reported zero use of electricity or generator power since the systems…
Fidelity Bank Plc has reinforced its commitment to community safety and sustainable ecological practices through the donation of essential firefighting and preventive equipment including hoses and gasoline water pumps to the Ikoyi Fire Service Station in Lagos. The donation was made under the Fidelity Helping Hands Program (FHHP) by the True Serve team, reaffirming the Bank’s commitment to the environment and community safety. Through the FHHP, members of staff identify areas of critical community needs, raise funds, and then receive matching monetary support from the bank to execute the projects. Commenting on the reason behind the donation, Divisional Head, Brand…
Anambra State Government has observed with concern the circulation of videos on social media depicting a substandard and uninspiring Christmas decoration at a roundabout in the state, which has been wrongly attributed to the government and has sparked unwarranted criticisms. According to the State’s Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, the state government categorically debunk these misleading narratives and dissociate itself from the controversial decoration, and set the record straight for the general public. He stated that contrary to the false claims being propagated, the decoration was not undertaken or sponsored by the state government, as it was the initiative of…
Abeokuta, Ogun State — The Acting Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Mrs. Bolarinwa Adebowale, has emphasized that proper implementation and thorough documentation of procurement plans will safeguard government agencies, ensuring accountability, transparency, and value for money in public spending. Speaking during the submission and defense of actuals for the 2025 Procurement Plan with Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) at the Bureau’s Conference Room, Oke-Ilewo, Abeokuta, Adebowale noted that compliance with the state’s procurement process is crucial for effective governance. She explained that procurement activities have a ten-year lifespan, remaining relevant even after retirement from service. “Part of…
NAIROBI, KENYA— The Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) has signed a transformative Public-Private Partnership (PPP) agreement with a consortiumcomprising Africa50 and Power Grid Corporation of India, markinga significant milestone in the expansion and modernization of Kenya’s power transmission network. The project, valued at USD 311 million (KES 40.4 billion), will be fully financed and implemented by the private sector with no public funds committed. It involves the design, construction, financing, operation, and maintenance of two key high-voltage transmission lines and associated substations, aimed at enhancing grid reliability, integrating renewable energy sources, and strengthening power supply across Western and Northern Kenya. The project proponent is a consortium of…