…were replaced by new candidates in the primaries. A similar realignment played out in Ogun State, where the APC retained only four of its nine serving House of Representatives members. Five new candidates emerged across the federal constituencies, while prominent lawmakers, including Deputy Chief Whip Isiaka Ibrahim, T…

Governor Abiodun's recent commissioning of the new Pharma-Grade Warehouse of the Ogun State Drugs and Health Commodities Management Agency underscored the steady transformation of Ogun State's healthcare system-one increasingly attracting recognition from independent institutions

…through intelligence-led and technical tracking operations at the Onikolobo area of Ogun State," the CP said. The police commissioner also revealed that detectives recovered several items believed to be linked to the crime, including a broken hammer, a cutlass, a plank and a black pen. "Following the suspects' confessi…

The 2027 governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in Ogun State, Oladipupo Adebutu, has opined that until the insecurity challenges facing the country are tackled, no talk of development can make sense. Adebutu noted that without the safety of lives and property, prosperity cannot exist, stressing t…

…in Umudike (Abia State) and the Federal University of Agriculture in Abeokuta (Ogun State), a 1.5MW facility at the Federal University Gashua (Yobe State), a 2.5MW network at the Nigerian Defence Academy in Kaduna, and a 3MW plant at the University of Abuja. It also features massive infrastructure additions for regiona…

The Ogun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) of "growing anxiety" over the political influence of its candidate, Oladipupo Adebutu, ahead of the 2027 governorship election. The party asserted that Ogun residents are ready for a new direction and tha…

…Ibrahim Mohammed Dabban and Ndako Sulaimon, both residents of the Sabo area of Sagamu, Ogun State, were arrested. Ayanlade added that the suspects were arrested along the Oyo/Ogbomoso axis. He said the suspects are currently in police custody. “In furtherance of these proactive crime prevention measures, operatives of…

…A delegation of the PGF, led by Imo State Governor Senator Hope Uzodimma, alongside Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun and Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele, visited Oyebanji at the Government House in Ado Ekiti to congratulate him. Uzodimma said the victory reflected the people's confidence in APC's programmes and governan…

…an alleged letter reportedly sent by the Olisa of Ijebu-Ode, Chief Rasheed Adesanya, to Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, recommending names for consideration in the selection of a new Awujale. The council described the move as unauthorised, misleading and contrary to the established legal and traditional framework th…

By James Ogunnaike Tragedy struck in the Kobape area of Abeokuta, Ogun State, as a former Senior Programme Producer with Ogun State Television (OGTV), Mrs. Kitan Oyesiku, popularly known as Aunty Kitan, and her security guard were found dead at her residence under circumstances that have sparked concern among residents…

…yet-to-be-identified gunmen on Sunday, stormed the residence of former staff member of Ogun State Television (OGTV), Mrs Kitan Oyesiku, popularly known as "Aunty Kitan," and murdered her in cold blood. DAILY POST learnt that the assailants invaded her home in the Kobape area of Abeokuta, the Ogun state capital, in the…

…Edition of the Afro-Cultural Conference held at the Adire Hall, Ake Palace, Abeokuta, Ogun State on Saturday. The conference, themed "Cultural Renaissance and Creative Economy: Harnessing Africa's Heritage for a Sustainable Future," brought together traditional rulers, scholars, policymakers, business leaders, members…

…the early hours of Sunday morning, invaded the residence of a former staff member of the Ogun State Television (OGTV), Ms Kitan Oyesiku, and murdered her in cold blood, alongside her security man. The ugly incident, the Nigerian Tribune learnt, happened at Agodo community, in the Kopabe area of Abeokuta. It motive behi…

Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command, through its sustained intelligence-led, preventive, and community-responsive policing, have arrested three suspects for various crimes in Ago-Iwoye, Mowe, and Warewa areas of the state. The suspects are Ewebiyi Afeez, 26, a cult leader; Segun Ona Anjo, 32, an armed robbery s…

…were Imo State Governor and Chairman of the Progressive Governors' Forum, Hope Uzodinma; Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun; and Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele. Chairman of the Progressive Governors' Forum and Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, said the victory was a clear endorsement of Oyebanji's achievements and…

…Earlier, the prosecutor, Mr Kehinde Ogunsola, a Medical Officer of Health with the Ogun State Waste Management Authority (OGWAMA), told the court that the defendants committed the offences at different locations within the capital. Ogunsola said the defendants were caught dumping waste on public roads between 6:15am an…

…speculation came three months after he was shot while filming at the Sango Ota Bridge, Ogun state in March 2026. Ever since the incident, Broda Shaggy has not addressed the public about the incident. Officer Woos denies announcing Broda Shaggy’s death

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Ogun State government has temporarily relocated students of Our Lady of Apostles Girls Grammar School, Ijebu-Ode, to an alternative location as investigations into the recent chemical inhalation incident on the school premises intensify. Governor Dapo Abiodun disclosed this during an on…

…and reduce road traffic crashes, the Road Safety Officers’ Wives Association, ROSOWA, in Ogun State, on Saturday, conducted a road safety sensitisation at Kuto Motor Park, Abeokuta. The programme was led by the wife of the Ogun Sector Commander and Chairperson of ROSOWA, Mrs Morenikeji Ogunjobi. Addressing motorists, c…

By James Ogunnaike, Abeokuta The Ogun State Government has temporarily relocated students of Our Lady of Apostles Girls Grammar School, Ijebu-Ode, following renewed concerns over chemical inhalation linked to methane gas pollution on the school premises. Governor Dapo Abiodun announced the decision on Tuesday during an…

…as Public Relations Officer of the Police College of Information Technology, Kobape, Ogun State, among several operational and administrative appointments across the country. It also added that CSP Iniedu has held key positions including Operations Officer, Maisandari Division, Yobe State Command; Area Crime Officer, U…

…contract awards, and payment schedules to uncover the truth. "As sons and daughters of Ogun State, we are deeply concerned about the exploitation of public office for selfish interests. If Mr. Abayomi Hunye indeed abused his powers by facilitating contract awards to entities controlled by his family without due process…

The Anti-Robbery Squad of the Ogun State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, Eleweran, has apprehended three suspects for armed robbery and vehicle theft across Abeokuta and its environs. The suspects are 38-year-old Ismaila Israel Sokunbi, the suspected kingpin Kayode Adeyemi, aged 37, and Kola Taiwo, 55. In a st…

…as Public Relations Officer at the Police College of Information Technology in Kobape, Ogun State. His career has included several operational and administrative postings across the country, including serving as Operations Officer at the Maisandari Division in Yobe State. He was also Area Crime Officer at the Umuahia A…

Governor Abiodun dismissed allegations linking him to the relocation of the Dangote Refinery from Ogun State to Lagos, insisting that the decision was taken before he assumed office,