Governance

Abiodun Warns Against Establishment of Sharia Court in Ogun

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By Abimbola Bamgbose

The Ogun State Government has warned against any attempt to establish a Sharia Court in the state.

In a statement personally signed by the governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, the state government, noted that Sharia Courts cannot be legally constituted by individuals or groups without legal backing.

The government was reacting to a notice announcing the launch of a Sharia Court in the state.

According to the statement, Ogun State only recognizes courts established through the legal framework of the Nigerian Constitution, adding that a Sharia Court does not form part of the legal framework operating in the state.

The statement reads: “The Ogun State Government has noted the circulation of a digital notice announcing the launch of a Shari’ah Court in Ogun State.

“No Sharia Court is authorized to operate within Ogun State. The courts that are legally empowered to adjudicate disputes arising within Ogun State are those established by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria or by State Laws, which are: Magistrates’ Courts, High Court, Customary Courts, Customary Court of Appeal, Federal High Court, National Industrial Court, Court of Appeal, and Supreme Court.

“No law operating in Ogun State has established a Sharia Court, and Sharia law does not form part of the legal framework by which the Ogun State Government administers and governs society.

“The Ogun State Government upholds and protects the rights of individuals to practice the religion of their choice, or to subscribe to no religion, and recognizes the freedom of individuals to apply their faith in their personal and private matters.

“However, this freedom does not extend to the formation of unauthorized assemblies or institutions. No individual or group is legally permitted to constitute a court or present themselves to the public as a court without legal backing. Those behind that notice have no legal backing. They cannot set up a court or administer justice by fiat or public notice.

“The Ogun State Government hereby directs that all persons involved in the creation or operation of this unauthorized court must immediately cease all related activities and disband the illegal entity and all its apparatus.

“The Ogun State Government also advises members of the public to disregard any summons, documents, or persons associated with the illegal Sharia Court. Such occurrences should be promptly reported to the state.

“The Ogun State Government will uphold the rule of law, ensure respect for the legal and judicial framework within the state, and prevent a breakdown of law and order.”

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Security

Police Rescue Three Kidnapped Victims

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By Olusegun Folarin 

Three kidnapped victims have been rescued along the Sagamu-Ijebu Ode Expressway by operatives of Ogun State Police command.

The Commissioner of Police, Mr Lanre Ogunlowo confirmed the incident in Abeokuta in a statement through the spokesperson of the state command, Omolola Odutola.

Mr Ogunlowo explained that the Sagamu Area Commander who received a distress call that unidentified gunmen were attacking travellers along Sagamu-Ijebu Ode Expressway mobilized a crack team of officers to the scene.

He said the gang had engaged the officers in a fierce gun battle pointing out that five kidnappers were fatally injured while others escaped with gunshot wounds.

The Commissioner of Police noted that one AK-47 rifle, 10 rounds of 5 points 6mm calibre ammunition 5.2 million naira and three mobile phones were recovered from the scene.

Mr Ogunlowo who gave the assurance that efforts were ongoing to arrest injured members of the syndicate warned against criminal activities, particularly among young individuals seeking financial gain through high-profile crimes. 

He reiterated the command’s unwavering commitment to an aggressive crackdown on criminals preying on innocent citizens in Ogun State.

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Security

Naval Base, Dockyard to Spring up in Ogun

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By Abimbola Bamgbose 

The Ogun State government has concluded plans to do the groundbreaking of a naval base and naval dockyard at Ode-Omi, Waterside in Ogun East Senatorial district 

The naval base and the dockyard, according to the Ogun State governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, would help to fortify security architecture in the state being a coastal region 

Speaking at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, while playing host to the Flag Officer Commanding, FOC, Western Naval Command, Lagos, Rear-Admiral Michael Oamen on Tuesday, Governor Abiodun explained that the state government has approved and released a hundred hectares of land to the Nigerian Navy for the project

Governor Abiodun submitted that the naval base and the dockyard are important to the state with the sitting of a seaport at Olokola and the proposed oil exploration at Tongeji Island which he said has received the blessing of all the authorities concerned adding that the project would also be of help to complement the activities of the security outfit in the Niger-Delta area by diverting some of its operations to the new naval base 

The governor, while assuring the Nigerian Navy of the needed support towards the successful flagging off of the project, stated that all the bottlenecks that may impede the program would be sorted out

Congratulating the new Flag Officer Commanding, Rear-Admiral Michael Oamen, Governor Abiodun described him as an experienced officer who has displayed exemplary performance in his chosen career promising to support him with all the necessary machinery to achieve his vision for the command

Rear-Admiral Michael Oamen earlier in a remark said he was in the state to thank the governor for his giant strides in providing effective security in the state and also for supporting the Navy secondary school located in the state

The Naval officer assured that he would partner with the state government towards strengthening the existing security measures in the state for adequate protection of lives and property

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Crime

So-Safe Arrests Ex-convict with Human Skull in Ogun

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By Bolanle Adesida

A 54-year-old man identified as Adelani Oriyomi has been arrested at a tomb in Kere, Obada-Oko, in Ewekoro Local Government Area of Ogun State while allegedly exhuming a human skull.

In a statement made available to Newsmen in Abeokuta, Commander

of the State Community, Social Orientation, and Safety Corps, So-Safe Corps Dr Soji Ganzallo, said Oriyomi was arrested by the operatives of

the Corps at 2.35 am on Tuesday.

According to the statement, the officers who were on routine patrol observed the suspicious activity and spotted the suspect trying to hide.

When he noticed that the officers had left, Oriyomi resumed digging the tomb to retrieve a human skull and was apprehended.

On interrogation, he confessed that he was attempting to retrieve another skull to complete the number required for a money ritual preparation.

The Suspect also confessed that he had sold nearly ten skulls in the past and he was arrested for similar offences he committed at Ado-Odo which led to him being imprisoned for two years and a further six years and nine months at the Oba Correctional Center following another conviction in Obada-Oko.

Dr Ganzallo confirmed that the suspect and the recovered exhibit, a fully dried human skull have been handed over to the Nigeria Police, Obada Divisional Headquarters, for further investigation and possible prosecution.

He urged community leaders to thoroughly screen tenants and visitors to prevent harbouring undesirable individuals.

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Crime

FMC Staff Commits Suicide

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke

The Acting Head of the Audit Department, Federal Medical Centre, FMC, Idi Aba, Abeokuta, Mr Oluwaseun Adeniyi has reportedly committed suicide by jumping into a well in the Obantoko area of Abeokuta, Ogun State.

Head of Public Relations and Communication, FMC Abeokuta, Mr Segun Orisajo, who confirmed the incident expressed the Management’s condolences to the family of the deceased and the FMC Abeokuta Community, describing the deceased as a dedicated and hardworking member of staff.

Mr Orisajo explained that the incident occurred shortly after the late Adeniyi had dinner with his family.

He said the motive behind this tragic act remained unclear, adding that the deceased allegedly had a previous record of mental health challenges.

The head of Public Relations and Communication, FMC said the management of the centre used the opportunity to call for the need to increase awareness and resources for mental health support. 

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Lifestyle

Sanusi Mourns Adewumi Onanuga

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By Oluremi Olugbenro

The Ogun State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Chief Yemi Sanusi has described the death of Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, Mrs Adewunmi Onanuga, as a very big vacuum that will be difficult for the party  to fill.

Chief Sanusi made the remark when he led members of the Ogun State Executive Committee on a condolence visit to the family of the deceased  in Sagamu.

The APC Chairman said late Mrs Onanuga was an adorable and committed member of the party, who was diligent in the discharge of her duties, passionate and zealous especially in the area of empowering the youths, women and the vulnerable in Remoland and beyond.

Chief Sanusi also noted that the deceased’s contributions to the growth of the nation would not be forgotten forever.

He prayed Almighty Allah to grant her Aljanah Fridaus and give the family, mama, the children, the party and Ogun State the fortitude to bear this irreparable  loss.

Crime

Angry Man Assaults Wife with Hot Vegetable Oil

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By Abdulqadri Oyinlola

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested Sholola Kazeem in Owode-Egba for allegedly pouring hot vegetable oil on his wife and stabbing her in the head during a violent altercation.

The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Ms Omolola Odutola, who made this known in a statement, explained that the incident occurred following a misunderstanding between the suspect and his wife, Sholola Mutiat, who live together in the Ring Road community.

The assault left the victim with multiple injuries, requiring her to be hospitalized at a private medical facility.

Members of the community reported the incident to the Owode Divisional Police Officer, DPO, prompting the suspect’s arrest.

Ms. Odutola confirmed that Kazeem is currently under investigation and will be charged to court soon.

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News

Abiodun Approves 2023/2024 Promotion Exercises for Eligible Workers

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By Abimbola Bamgbose

The Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has granted approval for the 2023 and 2024 promotion exercises for eligible civil and public servants in the state.

A total of 26,764 personnel from junior, senior, and management cadres across the state’s Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, MDAs, are expected to benefit from the promotion process, which will be conducted exclusively through oral interviews.

In a statement issued by the State Head of Service, Mr Kehinde Onasanya, the promotion exercise encompasses various categories of civil and public servants, including employees within the core civil service, teaching and non-teaching staff of government secondary schools, primary school teachers, and staff of state-owned boards, corporations, and agencies, such as the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital, OOUTH. The exercise also includes provisions for upgrades and transfers.

Additionally, the Governor has approved the December 2024 combined confirmation tests and compulsory public service examinations for officers in junior and senior cadres. These assessments, organized by the Bureau of Establishments and Training under the Office of the Head of Service, aim to facilitate the career progression of eligible officers.

Expressing gratitude to the Governor for his worker-friendly initiatives, Mr Onasanya commended Prince Abiodun’s commitment to enhancing the welfare and professional growth of the state’s workforce. He called on civil and public servants to remain dedicated to their duties in reciprocation of the Governor’s support.

News

Enhance your policing responsibilities – CP Tells Newly Promoted Officers

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By Abdulquadri Oyinlola

Commissioner of Police Ogun State Command, Dr Lanre Ogunlowo has decorated the newly promoted senior officers within the command with a call on them to remain diligent and committed in the discharge of their duties.

Dr Ogunlowo made the call during the decoration of the officers at the Ogun State Police Command Headquarters, Eleweran, Abeokuta.

The Police Commissioner who noted that the newly promoted senior officers had demonstrated exemplary skills and dedication in their respective areas of policing, described their elevation to the next rank as deserving

He urged the newly promoted officers to set high standards for themselves and seek continuous improvement by acquiring more knowledge and skills that would enhance their policing duties.

Speaking on behalf of the newly promoted senior officers, Oluwatosin Esther assured the residents of the state of better policing and expressed gratitude to the hierarchy of the Nigeria Police Force for the timely recognition of their contributions.

Among the newly promoted senior officers is the Command’s spokesperson, Omolola Odutola.

News

Iya Sunnah of Egbaland Dies at 89

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke

The death has been announced of a popular socialite and businesswoman, the Iya Sunnah of Egbaland, Yewaland and Ogun State, Chief Khadijah Adebisi Edionseri, popularly known as “Cash Madam”.

The 89-year-old Madam Edionseri reportedly died on Sunday, 5th January 2025, following a brief illness.

A statement by Dr Adebayo Adebowale on behalf of the family indicates that the late women leader would be buried this evening at her Abeokuta residence, according to Islamic rites.

The late Cash Madam, during her active years in business, was praised by prominent musicians, including Evangelist Ebenezer Obey for her philanthropy, business acumen, and steadfast commitment to the socio-economic development of Egbaland and Ogun State.

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Judiciary

Obasanjo Wants PCC to Address Cases of Injustice

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke 

Former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo wants the Public Complaints Commission, PCC, to rise to the challenge of meeting the needs of many helpless Nigerians seeking redress for their grievances against administrative injustice. 

Chief Obasanjo stated this when he received a team of the commission’s management, led by the Federal Commissioner in charge of Ogun State, Mr Morakinyo Akinleye during a courtesy visit to the Abeokuta residence of the former president.

Chief Obasanjo pointed out that the Public Complaints Commission was established as the middleman at a time when Nigerians had nowhere to lodge complaints about their grievances against the system, lamenting that about 50 years after the creation, people were still struggling to be heard.

The former president emphasized the importance of creating an enabling environment for the complaints commission to thrive and promised to always be of assistance where necessary. 

In his remarks, Mr Akinleye assured the former president that the commission had been repositioned and equipped with administrators to listen to citizens’ grievances, including complaints against officials in all organs of the government at the Federal, State and Local government levels.

The Ogun State Federal Commissioner explained that he had initiated moves for collaborations and strengthened existing partnerships with the relevant stakeholders to reinforce the Ombudsman ideals in the hearts of the people, adding that the need for a more accessible office was a challenge to the commission.

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Security

Yuletide: Abiodun Calls for Adequate Protection

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By Abimbola Bamgbose

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has called on security agencies to design and deploy workable strategies that would ensure adequate protection of lives and property during this Christmas period.

The governor made the call when he received the new Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, Mr. Lanre Ogunlowo, who paid him a courtesy call in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.

He commended the security agencies for ensuring peace and tranquillity, noting that, unscrupulous people are bound to take advantage of the period to cause security breaches in the state.

The Governor, while informing the new State police chief about the steps taken to secure the State and its people, said his administration reinvigorated the State Security Trust Fund to provide modern equipment and logistics to the security agencies, noting that this has helped make Ogun one of the most peaceful states in the country.

He emphasized the importance of inter-agency synergy, which he said has contributed to the peace being enjoyed in the state.

Governor Abiodun maintained that the State’s position as number three in Internally Generated Revenue would not have been possible in an atmosphere of insecurity, pointing out the issue of cultism, which is prevalent in some parts of the state, urging the new police chief to liaise with his colleagues from other agencies to find a final solution to it.

The first citizen of the state, commended the Inspector General of Police ,IGP, for deploying a highly intelligent and professionally sound officer to the state and equipping him with two Armoured Personnel Carriers, adding that the new CP’s practical training and qualifications have prepared him for the position.

While pledging to do all it takes to keep the State peaceful, the State helmsman assured that his administration would continue to support the State Police Command and other security agencies to maintain peace and order across the State at all times.

Speaking earlier, the new Commissioner of Police, Mr. Lanre Ogunlowo, said he is in the State to add value to what he met on the ground, assuring that with the support of the state government, cooperation from sister security agencies, and the additional Armoured Personnel Carriers given by the Inspector General of Police, he would work to secure the people and gain their trust.

Mr Ogunlowo appealed to the public to support police and other security agencies in achieving their mandates.

Lifestyle

Ogun NOA Sensitization Programmes Gain Momentum

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke 

Non-governmental organisations, NGOs, in Ogun State have expressed support for the campaign efforts of the National Orientation Agency, NOA, towards sensitizing citizens to the dangers of social vices and creating awareness on security alertness among the people. 

Speaking during an advocacy walk in Abeokuta, to commemorate International Human Rights Day, representatives of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights, CDHR, as well as the Core Values Brigade said their collaboration with the NOA would enhance national peace and stability. 

At the event which is based on this year’s theme, ‘Our Rights, Our Future Now’, CDHR stalwart, Mr. Yinka Folarin maintained that ensuring peaceful coexistence among the people was a crucial aspect of respecting individuals’ rights while urging Nigerians to eschew tribalism and work together to make the country better. 

Addressing journalists at the event, the Deputy Director, of Planning, Research and Strategy, NOA, Ogun State, Dr Nkechi  Rotimi and her colleague in the Administration and Finance Unit, Mr  Augustine Ugbaja emphasized the need for Nigerians to be cautious of fraudulent engagements with promises of unrealistic returns on investment, but to prioritize legitimate and sustainable means of wealth creation.

The mobilization experts equally encouraged parents to instil positive values in children and promote healthy family relationships and systems that would assist in building a more peaceful and resilient society.

Participants in the advocacy walk engaged road users, traders and residents in various enlightenment activities during the parade which commenced at the OPIC Roundabout and proceeded through Oke-Ilewo to Panseke Roundabout in the state capital. 

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News

NOA Seeks Partnership with Radio Nigeria

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By Adebola Ajayi

Take advantage of the Nation’s cultural and ethnic diversity for its overall development, rather than allow it to divide them.

This was the submission of the Ogun State Director, National Orientation Agency, NOA, Mrs Olufunke Salako while she led the management team of the Agency on a familiarization visit to Radio Nigeria Paramount FM, Abeokuta.

Mrs Salako who noted that, National unity was non-negotiable, stressed the need for people to embrace patriotism, tolerance and hardwork, as part of effort to support the government in Nation building.

The NOA State Director maintained that National development required collective effort, and solicited the collaboration of Radio Nigeria Paramount FM Abeokuta, on the Agency’s sensitization and orientation programmes on National issues for the people of Ogun State.

Responding, the General Manager, Paramount FM, Mr Akinyinka Akintola pointed out that, the Station was committed to disseminating informative, educative and entertaining programmes, despite many constraints facing it.

Mr Akintola who expressed the readiness of the Station to partner the NOA in the sensitization of the people on government policies and programmes, gave the assurance that Radio Nigeria would continue to liaise with relevant stakeholders in the quest to uplift the people and unite the Nation.

Health

Cholera Outbreak: Lagos Records Six More Deaths

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No fewer than 37 deaths have been recorded in the current Cholera outbreak, which has hit 30 states, including Lagos and Ogun.

The Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Health, Dr Kemi Ogunyemi, in a statement on Thursday by the Director of Public Affairs in the state Ministry of Health, Tunbosun Ogunbanwo, said the state had recorded an additional six cholera deaths as against the previous 15.

She said cholera cases had risen to 401 in the state.

On her part, the Ogun State Commissioner for Health, Dr Tomi Coker, told one of our correspondents that the state had recorded one death and 14 cases.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, in its recent report, said from January 1 to June 11, 2024, over 1,141 suspected and over 65 confirmed cases of cholera, resulting in over 30 deaths, had been reported from 96 local government areas in 30 states.

With the six additional deaths in Lagos, and one death in Ogun, the fatalities are no fewer than 37.

On Tuesday, the World Health Organisation, the United Nations Children’s Fund, and the International Organisation for Migration held an emergency meeting in Lagos over the cholera outbreak in the country.

Cholera is a food and water-borne disease caused by ingesting the bacteria— Vibrio cholerae— in contaminated water and food. Cholera can cause severe acute watery diarrhoea, and the severe forms of the disease can kill within hours if left untreated.

In Nigeria, cholera is an endemic and seasonal disease, occurring annually mostly during the rainy season and more frequently in areas with poor sanitation.

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Health

Cholera Outbreak Claims One, Five Others Hospitalised

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By Oluwatoyin Adegoke

Cholera outbreak has claimed one life in Ijebu Igbo area of Ogun State while 5 others have been hospitalized.

The outbreak, which reportedly happened early this week , was confirmed to have claimed the life of a 62 year old woman who allegedly contacted the deadly disease while catering for her infected child.

The State Commissioner for Health, Dr Tomi Coker who confirmed the incident said it was recorded at Ijebu-Igbo in Ijebu-North local government area of the state.

Also, the State Chairman, Nigerian Medical Association, NMA, Dr Kunle Ashimi while speaking with journalists in Abeokuta expressed condolences to the affected families, noting that the NMA was on high alert and the government had provided a contact number for reporting new cases among other measures.

The local government area and two others, Abeokuta South and North had witnessed cholera outbreak last year, affecting 236 persons and claimed 12 lives within one month.

Sport

U-14 Basket Ball : Team Ogun Emerges Winner of Male Category

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By Oluwakayode Banjo

Team Ogun State have emerged winner of the male category of the Southwest under 14 basketball tournament organized by Hoop Dreams Nigeria to mark this year’s children’s day.

Team Ogun defeated Team Osun State 24-19 in a pulsating final that trilled the spectators who watched the game at the Basketball court of Lekan Salami sports complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan.

In the female category, Team Ekiti state was declared winner by the organisers after back to back victories over Team Osun state and Team Oyo state.

Our correspondent reports that Ikechukwu Igor of Team Ogun clinched the Most valuable player of the tournament in the male category, while Damilola Bakare emerged the Most valuable player in the female category.

Speaking after the tournament, Coaches of Team Ogun and Osun States, Martins Akindele and Taiwo Ajibola appreciated the organisers of the tournament, noting that it would help develop basketball game in Nigeria.

Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Hoop Dreams Nigeria Basketball academy, Mr Damola Awosika said the tournament was aimed at identifying young talents and grooming them to becoming future stars.

Mr Awosika, who said this year’s tournament was the ninth edition, noted that the academy also organizes a weekly basketball tournament to discover new talents.

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Sport

Ogun Holds National Cyclists Parent Forum Competition

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By Olusegun Folarin

Over fifty cyclists from three states in the southwest region of the country have converged on Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital to participate in the maiden edition of National Cyclists Parent Forum Competition.

Speaking at the flag-off of the competition in Abeokuta, the Cycling Head Coach in Ogun State, Mr Kamoli Amao explained that the competition was organised with support of the parents to celebrate the 2024 Children’s day.

Coach Amao noted the cycling competition was also put together to prepare the young athletes ahead of the National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State later in the year.

The Ogun State Cycling Head Coach, who noted that the development of sports at the grassroots level should not be shoulder on government alone, commended the efforts of the parents and other stakeholders towards making the competition a huge success.

Some of the parents including, Messers Gafar Odebiyi, Marcus Ugboduma and Michael Adeniyi said the competition was needed to discover talented young athletes that would replacing the ageing ones.

A four-year-old Olanma Ugboduma who emerged overall best in the kids’ category said her desire was to bring laurels to the country at international competitions.

Other athletes who took part in the cycling competition including Amao Malik, Shindara Adeleke, Ibidun Odebiyi and Azeezat Amirah thanked their parents for encouraging them to participate in maiden of the cycling competition.

Highpoint of the competition was the presentation of medals, books and certificates to the athletes.

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Infrastructure

Earth Road: Committee Issues 14-day Demolition Notice

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By Olusegun Folarin 

A 14 – day demolition notice has been issued to owners of structures and other facilities located on the right of way for the proposed earth road from Itoku Market to Igbore, Igbein and Imo communities in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.

The Executive Secretary, Itoku Market -Igbore – Igbein – Imo Townships Road Construction Committee, Mr Gafar Aroyewun who made this known to journalists in Abeokuta, emphasized that the ultimatum would lapse on Monday, 27th May 2024.

Mr Aroyewun in a statement titled “Final Notice For The Demolition of Illegal and Dilapidated Structures Along The Proposed Earth Road From Itoku Market to Igbore, Igbein and Imo Townships” said the decision was approved by the authorities of Abeokuta South Local Government. 

He explained that the past and present Local Government authorities had held series of meetings with stakeholders, including township chiefs, community leaders and representatives of the areas Community Development Council while the affected structures identified in the past had also been marked again recently.

The Executive Secretary, Itoku Market -Igbore – Igbein – Imo Townships Road Construction Committee who restated that the Road Construction Team would move to site at the expiration of the notice also solicited the people’s cooperation and support for the successful execution of the project.

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Sport

Ogun Promotes Scrabble to Motivate Coaches, Players

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By Olusegun Folarin

Ogun State Government has renewed its commitment to the development of Scrabble to encourage coaches and discover more players, to consolidate the state’s successes in the game.

The State Commissioner for Sports Development, Mr Wasiu Isiaka, who gave the reassurance at the closing ceremony of the 2nd National Scrabble Festival, held at Ijebu-Ode, noted that the State had changed the narrative of Scrabble administration in the country through investments in Scrabble equipment, provision of playing halls, investment in players, amongst others.

He stated that as one of the games to be played at the upcoming National Sports Festival, scrabble requires passion and strategic thinking, appreciating the organizers for their dedication and devotion towards making the festival a huge success.

Mr Isiaka revealed that the State Government, through the State Scrabble Association provided logistics which include accommodation, breakfast, and a playing venue, amongst others, which would not only ensure a serene environment for the festival but also provide a comfortable and memorable experience for the entire duration of the Festival

He added that the passion of the players, for words and competition was truly inspiring.

The Sports Development commissioner encouraged the participants to continue practicing, learning, and growing in the game of Scrabble, imploring the contestants to let the competition serve as motivation to strive for excellence in all areas of their lives.

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Crime

Police Nab Suspected Kidnappers in Ogun

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By Olusegun Folarin 

Police Command in Ogun State says it has recovered the sum of Seven million, nine hundred thousand naira, and one thousand five hundred rupees from suspected kidnappers.

The command also said that three Indian Nationals were rescued unhurt from the hands of suspected kidnappers.

The Commissioner of Police, Mr Abiodun Alamutu made this known while speaking with newsmen at the Eleweran headquarters of the command.

Mr Alamutu explained that the suspected kidnappers, numbering about six had allegedly opened fire on two buses conveying workers of a private company to their residence, at Kajola junction.

He said the police escort attached to the first bus with Registration No FST 686 YH exchanged fire with the kidnappers and managed to escape with all the occupants in the first vehicle, while three Indian Nationals, inside the second bus without police escort were kidnapped to an unknown destination.

The Police Commissioner said the three victims were rescued unhurt after the Anti-kidnapping Section of the Command with the support of other local security agents engaged the suspected kidnappers in Ogun battle where two out of the six kidnappers were demobilized.

He said two AK 47 riffles, one single barrel locally made gun, one sword, cell phone, criminal charms, and 65 rounds of ammunition were also recovered.

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Economy

Gov. Abiodun Promises to Address Economic Challenges

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By Abimbola Bamgbose

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has reiterated his administration’s commitment to continue to implement workable Policies and Programmes towards mitigating the effects of the current inflation and economic challenges on residents in the state.

Governor Abiodun gave the assurance at Oja Irorun Civil Servants farmer’s market at Oke-mosan, Abeokuta during the inspection of the ongoing sales of rice to public servants.

The Governor explained that the sales of rice at the subsidized rate was to complement the efforts of President Bola Tinubu who has instituted many interventions to cushion the effects of the inflation that recently broke out in the country.

Governor Abiodun, who commended the workers for their support since the inception of the current administration, said sixty thousand bags of rice had been provided to be sold to the workers starting with level 1 to 7 while that of 8 to 14 would be followed before selling to those on level 15 to 17.

He also commended the head of service in the state, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, for the proper coordination of the sales of the items.

The Governor promised that other food items like Garri and Beans would soon be available for sale to the public at a subsidized rate. 

Governor Abiodun enumerated some of the interventions already implemented by his government such as the payment of ten thousand naira transport allowance to workers and pensioners, introduction of CNG buses to reduce transportation fares, payment of fifty thousand naira each to eighty thousand indigent students in all the tertiary institutions across the country, provision of free medical care to expectant mothers and the payment of ten thousand naira to four hundred and fifty thousand indigent students in public primary and secondary schools.

News

Assessment Tour : FRCN DG to Prioritize Staff’s Welfare

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By Bolanle Adesida

People of Ogun State have been assured of better service delivery as the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, explores partnerships for improved performance as a public entity. 

The Director General of FRCN, Dr Mohammed Bulama who gave the assurance shortly after his assessment tour of facilities at the Radio Nigeria Paramount FM Abeokuta, said the move would also help to boost patronage and revenue generation efforts of the station. 

Dr Bulama, who spent his growing years as a pupil at Odogbolu in Ogun State said the FRCN would tap into the state’s viable economy and high concentration of both human and material resources to enable the Corporation to maximize its potential for the benefit of the people. 

The FRCN DG who identified the need for increased funding as one of the challenges confronting FRCN, emphasized that the problems were surmountable and called for attitudinal change among the staff in the Corporation’s bid to uplift the people and unite the nation.

The Director General and other top members of the FRCN management were taken round the facilities of Radio Nigeria Paramount FM Abeokuta, by the Zonal Director, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan. 

Security

Police Vows to Unravel Professor Olomojobi’s Murderers

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By Olusegun Folarin 

Police Command in Ogun State says it has commenced investigation to unravel the killing of a Lecturer of Babcock University, Professor Yinka Olomojobi by unknown gunmen.

The unknown gunmen numbering about eight cladded had last Friday, 19th April, 2024 invaded an event centre on Sagamu road in Iperu area of Ogun State and shot the lecturer on the chest for resisting to go away with them.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola who confirmed the incident in Abeokuta said the security man who was recently employed by the event centre Awada Ishaya had been arrested.

She noted that, the lecturer was taken to Babcock University Teaching Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. 

The command’s spokesperson gave the assurance that efforts would be intensified to unravel the incessant abduction in area and ensure people behind the heinous crime were brought to book. 

Meanwhile, the management of Babcock University has expressed regret over the death of the Professor of Human Rights Law and gender Law to suspected kidnappers 

The Director, Marketing and Communication of the institution, Dr Joseph Suleiman in a statement restated the resolve of the school to continue to collaborate with all government security and other agencies to ensure the maximum protection of lives and property within and around the University environment.

News

Strengthen human capital through maximum efforts – Dr Jiboku

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By Olusegun Folarin

For Nigeria to thrive in the global system, greater efforts must be geared towards harnessing the country’s ethnic languages to strengthen human capital development.

A Scholar and Chief Lecturer, Department of General Studies, Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, Dr Oladele Jiboku made the submission while delivering the sixth inaugural lecture entitled “Language and Communication: Two Sides Of A Coin In Human Capital Development”.

Dr Jiboku, a Director of Linkages and Affiliation at the Polytechnic advocated a policy on effective use of the country’s more than 500 ethnic languages and English as lingua franca to promote manpower training and enhance skills acquisition programmes.

The Former Dean, School of Management Studies renewed the call for the adoption of mother tongue in the teaching of science and other related subjects, noting that language and communication skills  would help to sharpen the technical and professional skills of learners in technological and vocational education.

He urged the National Board for Technical Education, NBTE, to make, assess and rejuvenate the technological curricular of polytechnics towards solving immediate problems.

In a remark, Rector of the Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, Dr Mikhail Akinde highlighted the importance of language and communication to the socio economic and political development of any nation.

Dr Akinde also described effective language and communication as crucial to the development of human capital.

Earlier, the Director, Research and Development Centre and Chairman, Inaugural Lecture Committee, Mr Cletus Okoye had explained that the lecture was imperative in the bid to imparting knowledge based research on the institution’s community.

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