Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has formally welcomed former ward leaders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and African Democratic Congress (ADC) from Ijebu North, Ijebu East, Ijebu North-East and Odogbolu Local Government Areas of Ogun East Senatorial District into the All Progressives Congress (APC). Sp…

…has hindered movement and affected their livelihoods. FILE: Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun The residents who spoke with PUNCH Metro during a visit to the community on Monday said the roads had been neglected for more than 20 years. PUNCH Metro correspondent who visited the community observed residents and motorcycle…

…a 2023 resolution by the Ogun State House of Assembly and approval by Governor Dapo AbiodunThe government called on residents to celebrate peacefully and respect the beliefs and practices of othersPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! Ogun State has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, a p…

…following theft allegations. The Niger State Police Public Relations Officer, Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, August 18. Abiodun said that four suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident. According to Abiodun, an alarm was raised on August 10, 2026, accusing Pada of being a thi…

…mothers with nutritious food. Kukoyi said Mrs Tinubu commended Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, and his wife, Bamidele Abiodun, for establishing three food banks in the state in Sagamu, Yewa North and Abeokuta ahead of the zonal launch. She also acknowledged the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Pro…

…covered the residence of Ambali Kondo in Ikoyi, as well as the homes of Owodunni Abiodun, popularly known as Wocco, and Taofeeq Ajagun, also known as Ultimate. He said he also visited the residence of Akinola Paul, known as Halleluyah, at Oke Awo in Ikire; the home of the Commissioner for Energy, Festus Adeyemo; Alhaji…

…made the appeal in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, on Sunday. The command while congratulating the people of Osun State on the successful conclusion of the governorship election, called on citizens to maintain peace during post-election celebrations. Etaifo urged supporte…

The lawmaker representing Ikeja Federal Constituency of Lagos State at the House of Representatives, James Faleke, has replied Afrobeats superstar, Davido, over allegations of influencing the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, in the just concluded governorship election in Osun State. In a post on his ver…

…conducted by security operatives. The Osun State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Abiodun Ojelabi, confirmed the arrest, stating it was part of intensified operations aimed at preventing activities that could undermine the election. According to the police, approximately 200 Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) were rec…

The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has called on traditional rulers to prioritise the development of their domains and partner with the government to achieve rapid development at the grassroots. Abiodun made the call in a statement on Saturday during the official installation and presentation of the instruments of…

…unit of All Progressives Congress governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji. PHOTOS: Abiodun Nejo Voters on queue, casting their votes at Ward 09, Unit 11, Ikire in the Irewole Local Government Area. The polling unit of All Progressives Congress governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji. PHOTOS: Abiodun Nejo Voters on queue,…

…range. During a telephone interview, the spokesperson for the Osun State Police Command, Abiodun Ojelabi, confirmed the killing, which he linked to cult clashes. “He (victim) was also suspected to be a cultist. The incident happened early this morning (Friday) around 7am at Omi Eran area,” he added. Checks by Saturday…

…video capturing the tense exchange between Florence Ajimobi and Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun at a funeral service surfaced onlineThe incident occurred at the burial of Adeniyi Adeosun, husband of former Finance Minister Kemi AdeosunWhen Abiodun moved to greet Ajimobi, she deliberately turned away and refused to ack…

By Omeiza Ajayi ABUJA — Governors Abiodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State and Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State on Friday met with former Osun State Deputy Governor, Senator Iyiola Omisore, as part of last-minute consultations ahead of Saturday’s governorship election in Osun State. The meeting was disclosed in a statement by th…

…positions the hotel as the benchmark for luxury in Nigeria’s hospitality industry. Chief Abiodun Odusanwo, Convenor of the Tourism Transport Summit Awards 2026 and national president of ITPN, described the hotel during the presentation as an institution that has reached enviable heights. “Abuja Continental Hotel, a pre…

The political rift between Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, and his predecessor, Gbenga Daniel, has deepened, with both camps trading fresh claims over political loyalty ahead of the 2027 general elections. Abiodun on Thursday accused Daniel of appearing to have moved away from the mainstream of the All Progressives…

…travelling on the road. The spokesperson for the Niger State Police Command, SP Wasiu Abiodun, told the News Agency of Nigeria on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 in Minna that a team of police and military personnel was dispatched to evacuate the bodies after receiving the information on Tuesday. He said clearance operation…

…into the Ilesa attack were ongoing. The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, confirmed the development and said further details would be provided as the investigation progressed. Nigeria not a Muslim country - Rev Dachomo counters Sheikh Jingir Communities endangered as insecurity, illegal mining threa…

…he said. When contacted, the spokesperson for the Niger State Police Command, SP Wasiu Abiodun, said the drivers had reopened the road after the military intervention. He, however, said he was yet to receive information on fresh kidnappings after the road was opened for movement but promised to revert with details. by…

…evidence of a system in need of urgent reform, The PUNCH reports. Former Dream Team star Abiodun Obafemi, a member of Nigeria’s gold medal-winning squad at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, lamented the contrast between the spirit that drove that triumph and the current state of the game following the exit of both the Super F…

…refrigerators in a hotel where he works. The spokesperson for the command, SP Wasiu Abiodun, who disclosed this in a statement at the weekend said five of the stolen refrigerators were recovered from the suspect while he sold three others to a scrap dealer. "Based on a complaint, one Elijah Ahmed of Tunga, Abdulsalam m…

…at the Redeemed Christian Church of God, City of David, Trinity Towers, Chief Yesufu Abiodun Oniru Road, Victoria Island, Lagos. The family described the deceased as their “dearly beloved son, brother, husband and father.” Anthony, popularly known as Niyi, died on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at the age of 62. Announcing…

…recorded in the state include Aderombi Abass, Ganiyu Gele, Wole Vulcaniser, Rafiu Quadri Abiodun and Elijah Baba Ewe. A report by the non-governmental and non-partisan organisation, Kimpact Development Initiative, stated that 56 election-related violent incidents resulting in 14 fatalities had been recorded in Osun ove…

…by dismantling a reactivated illegal refining network in the Niger Delta. Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, Director of Information, made this known on Thursday, noting that 85,000 litres of stolen crude oil products were recovered following disruption of additional illegal refinery infrastructure in Rivers State under…

…are on duty. When contacted for reaction, the state Police Public Relations Officer, Abiodun Ojelabi, dismissed the allegations, saying operatives will continue to raid dark spots across the state to further protect the lives and properties of the residents. Ojelabi said, “We are raiding black spots and criminal hideou…