Today, Governor Dapo Abiodun presented the 2025 budget to the Ogun State House of Assembly, reaffirming his administration’s continued commitment to the growth and development of the state. The budget outlines key initiatives aimed at driving progress and enhancing the quality of life for Ogun residents. In a significant move following the budget presentation, the Governor officially commissioned the newly ... Read More »
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Renowned Islamic Scholar Sheikh Muhydeen Ajani Bello Passes Away at 84
Sheikh Akewugbagold Taofeek, an Ibadan-based cleric, disclosed the demise of the fearless Oyo state-born preacher in a Facebook post on Friday. According to Akewugbagold, the renowned preacher returned to his creator on Friday, praying that God be pleased with his soul “Today is one of my saddest days ! My father and mentor, has returned to his creator. SULTONUL WAHIZEEN ... Read More »
OYOSUBEB Apprehends Job Seeker Over Forged Recruitment Result
The Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, OYOSUBEB, on Thursday evening nabbed one Abosede Ojo, a middle aged job seeker who allegedly falsified her job portal result. Dr. Nureni Adeniran, OYOSUBEB’s Chairman, said the suspect has been handed over to the police for further investigation. Adeniran said that the suspect, who sat for the recruitment cbt examination ... Read More »
National Sports Commission DG to Grace 3rd Edition of Ogun Women Run in Abeokuta
says women in sports must be encouraged and supported to thrive The Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Honourable Bukola Olopade, has confirmed he will be attending the third edition of the Ogun Women Run. The event, organized by Brussels Sports Management Limited, is scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in Abeokuta, Ogun State. Hon. Olopade emphasized ... Read More »
NUT Commends Oyo Govt Over Recruitment of 19,500 Teachers In 5 Years
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Oyo State wing, has commended the Oyo State Government for the recruitment of 19,500 teachers within five years of Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration. The union made the commendation in a statement signed by the Chairman, Com. Oladimeji Raji and the Secretary, Com. Salami Olukayode, and made available to newsmen in Ibadan on Wednesday. Raji and Salami said ... Read More »
Lagos to Commission $90,000 Biogas Plant at Ketu Market Under UK-Funded Climate Initiative
As cities from Africa converge in Lagos for a 3 day annual Regional Academy, the State Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources in conjunction with C40 Cities, through the UK Government-funded Urban Climate Action Programme (UCAP), will soon be commissioning a new USD90,000 worth biogas plant at the Ikosi Fruit Market in Ketu, Lagos. According to a statement released ... Read More »
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Celebrates 62-Year-Old Winner of Gardening Initiative with ₦20M Prize Money
The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu has commended all women who participated in the just concluded #Every Home Garden Competition saying they are not just winners in their own right but are contributors to ensuring food security in Nigeria. She stated this at the unveiling of the winner of the competition which started in ... Read More »
Abiodun Presents N1.054trn Appropriation Bill to Ogun State House of Assembly
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has presented a total of N1,054,542,020,147.47 to the State House of Assembly as the State’s proposed budget for 2025. Speaking at the Assembly’s Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, Governor Abiodun said the budget, tagged “Budget of Hope and Prosperity,” is made up of N453.56 billion as recurrent expenditure and N600.98 billion as capital expenditures. Giving highlights ... Read More »
Breaking: Dele Farotimi Jailed Within 24 Hours of Arrest Amid Defamation Allegations
Popular human right activist, Dele Farotimi has been sent to prison following his arrest yesterday in Lagos. Farotimi was arrested in Lagos and whisked to Ekiti state for an allegation of defamation following a petition written against him by Aare Afe Babalola, SAN. Aare Afe Babalola had accused Dele Farotimi of defaming him in a video he shared about corruption ... Read More »
South Africa Seeks Nigeria’s Lithium for EV Batteries, Endorses G20 Membership Bid
President Ramaphosa has expressed South Africa’s interest in collaborating with Nigeria to harness critical minerals, particularly lithium, to drive the green energy transition and support the development of electric vehicles (EV) batteries. He disclosed this on Tuesday in Cape Town, South Africa, at the Nigeria -South Africa Business Roundtable. He proposed leveraging Nigeria’s vast lithium reserves as a cornerstone for ... Read More »