News

Paramount FM Targets Greater Heights in 2026

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By Adebola Àjàyí

Members of staff of Radio Nigeria Paramount FM Abeokuta, Ogun State, have been reminded of the need to be more committed and dedicated to duty, towards taking the station to an enviable height among its contemporaries in the State.

The General Manager of Paramount FM, Mrs Oluremi Olugbenro gave the charge during the maiden edition of staff forum in 2026, which also featured special prayers for the staff and station, as well as the distribution of promotion letters to some members.

Mrs Olugbenro who appreciated the members of staff for their support and contributions to the development of Paramount FM Abeokuta, last year, called on them to improve on their drive for the Internally Generated Revenue of the station in the New Year, for the betterment of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, in general.

She implored the staffs to maintain love and harmonious relationship with one another to promote efficient service delivery of informing, educating and entertaining the teeming listeners of the station, promising that the management would prioritise their welfare and ensure conducive work environment.

Responding on behalf of the promoted staff, Mr Bukola Olagunju of the Administrative Department, thanked the management of the FRCN, for finding them worthy of the elevation, and promised to reciprocate the kind gesture with hard work and dedication to duty.

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Lifestyle

2026: Government Delivers More Housing Units

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke 

The Ogun State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to deliver no fewer than three thousand affordable housing units in 2026, with a bold target of ten thousand units by 2027.

The Commissioner for Housing, Mr Akande Omoniyi, made this known while briefing journalists at a news conference held at the Ministry of Housing, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.

Mr. Omoniyi revealed that the Dapo Abiodun–led administration has delivered over five thousand housing units since 2019, with more than four thousand units completed between 2019 and 2023, and nearly one thousand units delivered in the current second term.

The Commissioner gave assurance that housing delivery would be scaled up in the coming months through strategic partnerships and phased implementation.

The Commissioner also announced plans for a proposed Bureaucratic Estate, to be developed in collaboration with the Office of the Head of Service, under the Civil Servants’ Housing Scheme.

He explained that the initiative was designed to provide affordable housing for civil servants through flexible, mortgage-based payment plans spread over time.

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Legislature

OGHA Passes 2026 Appropriation Bill

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By Omolara Adasofunjo

Ogun State House of Assembly has passed the Year 2026 Appropriation Bill of one point seven trillion presented by the State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun barely 26 days ago.

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The passage of the Appropriation Bill was consequent upon the presentation of the report of the House Committee on Finance and Appropriation, chaired by Mr Musefiu Lamidi, who thereafter moved the motion for its adoption, seconded by Mr Folawewo Salami and supported by the Whole House through a voice vote during the plenary presided over by Speaker, Mr Oludaisi Elemide, at the Assembly Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.

The bill was later read and adopted clause by clause before the Committee of the Whole House; after which the motion for its third reading was moved by the Majority Leader, Mr Yusuf Sheriff, seconded by the Minority Leader, Mr Lukman Adeleye and supported by all the lawmakers through a unanimous voice vote.

The Clerk, Mr. Sakiru Adebakin, thereafter took the third reading of the bill before the State lawmakers; while the Speaker later directed that the clean copy of the bill be transmitted to the State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun for his assent.

Earlier while presenting the House Committee on Finance and Appropriation’s report on the bill titled: “Year 2026 Appropriation Bill“, Mr Lamidi said that the Assembly adjusted the budget proposals of three MDAs, part of which led to a slight upward review of the Internally Generated Revenue to the tune of two point one nine three billion naira  the same figure was reduced from the capital receipt, retaining the total actual budget expenditure of one point seven trillion naira earlier presented to the State lawmakers by the Governor.

In a related development, the Assembly had earlier passed the Year 2025 Revised Appropriation Bill and that of the Revised Medium Term Expenditure Framework, MTEF for Year 2026-2028.

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Economy

Osun Emerges New Investment Hub for China

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By ‎Funmi Ojo

A delegation of Chinese investors from mainland China and Hong Kong has commended the Osun State Government for rapid and impressive infrastructural development across the state, which has positioned Osun as an emerging hub for industrialisation and economic growth.

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‎The investors, which cut across sectors, including food and water processing, mining, electric vehicles and agro-equipment manufacturing, gave the commendation during a dinner hosted in their honour at the Government House, Osogbo.

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‎Speaking on behalf of the delegation, the team leader and Chief Executive Officer of Yuanfar International, Ms. Nancy Chi, said the scale of ongoing road and urban infrastructure projects in Osun was already changing the perception of the state among Chinese business communities.

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‎Ms. Chi noted that while Chinese investors traditionally favoured Lagos, Ogun and Abuja, Osun was fast gaining prominence as a viable investment destination due to improved infrastructure, peace and deliberate government support for investors.

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‎She disclosed that members of the delegation were interested in establishing operations within the Osun Free Trade Zone and other parts of the state, adding that the Hong Kong government, through its investment agency, would soon invite Governor Ademola Adeleke for an official visit, with a reciprocal visit to Osun planned for 2026.

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‎Also addressing the gathering, the Owa Obokun of Ijeshaland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adesuyi Haastrup, revealed that the investors were considering Ilesa and other parts of Osun for the establishment of industrial plants, including proposals for a China Town, a computer village and solar-powered tricycle manufacturing facilities.

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‎In his remarks, Governor Adeleke thanked the Chinese delegation for their positive appraisal of his administration, reiterating his government’s resolve to close Osun’s long-standing infrastructure gap and create a business-friendly environment.

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‎The Governor further announced that accreditation had been secured for the study of the Chinese language at the University of Ilesa, describing the move as part of deliberate efforts to deepen economic ties with Asia.

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Politics

Former Osun Assembly Speaker Emerges ADC Flag Bearer

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‎By Funmi Ojo

A former Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Dr. Najeem Salaam has emerged as the governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, for the 2026 Osun State election, sweeping the party’s primary with a landslide victory.

‎Dr. Salaam who is the sole aspirant in the race, was declared winner at the conclusion of the ADC governorship primary election held in Osogbo.

‎Announcing the results, Chairman of the Osun ADC Governorship Primary Election Committee, Mr. Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba, said 528 delegates were accredited and also cast their votes.

‎Of the total votes, eight were declared invalid, while 520 were valid, all cast in favour of Dr. Salaam.

‎In his acceptance speech, Dr. Salaam described his emergence as more than a routine political victory, describing it as a moral responsibility.

‎He blamed Osun’s challenges on years of poor political judgment, internal contradictions and misplaced priorities, particularly within the APC, noting that genuine attempts at reform were resisted.

‎Dr. Salaam also criticised the withholding of local government allocations, saying the development had weakened grassroots governance and triggered legal battles that left schools struggling, workers unpaid and communities neglected.

‎Outlining his agenda, Dr. Salaam pledged to prioritise workers’ welfare, revive the education sector, empower youths, strengthen security, promote local enterprise and restore public confidence in governance

‎He called on party members and supporters to remain united as the ADC intensifies preparations for the 2026 governorship election in Osun State.

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