Abiodun mourns passing of Mama Lucia Onabanjo
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has expressed deep sadness over the death of Chief (Mrs.) Lucia Onabowale Onabanjo, the wife of former Ogun State Governor, Chief Olabisi Onabanjo. Mama Lucia passed on at the age of 101, and the governor described her death as the close of a remarkable chapter in the state’s history. […]
Lagos govt debunks rift between Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun
The Lagos State Government has dismissed rumours suggesting a disagreement between Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State. The government described the claims as false, misleading, and aimed at causing unnecessary tension between the two neighbouring states. According to Lagos officials, both governors continue to enjoy a strong working […]
Local Government Autonomy, Dapo Abiodun And Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu’s push for full financial autonomy for Nigeria’s 774 local governments has been described as one of the most important governance reforms in recent years. The Supreme Court ruling of July 2024 declared that local government funds must go directly to councils and not pass through state governments. The aim is to strengthen […]
Abiodun boosts grassroots governance with SUVs for LG Chairmen
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has strengthened grassroots governance by providing SUVs to all Local Government Chairmen in the state. The gesture is aimed at improving mobility and efficiency in local administration. Speaking during the handover ceremony, Abiodun emphasized that the move is part of his administration’s commitment to supporting local governments in delivering better […]
Tolulope Moore: How Abiodun confronted physical and AI-driven security threats in Ogun
Public affairs analyst Tolulope Moore has highlighted how Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has been handling both physical and technology-based security threats across the state. Moore explained that while criminal attacks remain a concern, new challenges created by artificial intelligence tools have also emerged. He stressed that these AI-driven threats include misinformation, identity impersonation, and […]
Ogun retirees beg Abiodun to approve Consequential Review of Pensions
Retired workers in Ogun State have appealed to Governor Dapo Abiodun to approve the Consequential Review of Pensions, which they say has been delayed for too long. The pensioners explained that many of them are struggling to survive due to rising living costs and low monthly payments that no longer match current economic realities. According […]
Isese Day: Stop abandoning our culture, tradition – Ogun Chief Priest to Yoruba descendants
Chief Ayedun Ifadare Owodunni, the founder of Agbotifayo Empire, has urged all Yoruba people to stay true to their cultural and spiritual heritage rather than neglecting it. He explained that ignoring these traditions is like cutting off a river from its source, stressing that the Yoruba must remain connected to their roots. The priest, widely […]
Ogun APC suspends Gbenga Daniel
The Ogun state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended Senator Gbenga Daniel, the state’s former governor, along with his close associate Kunle Folarin. The suspension is over accusations of acting against party interests. According to a statement from Ogun APC spokesperson Nuberu Olufemi, the party’s State Working Committee (SWC) confirmed the suspension […]
Ogun Gov Appoints Former Commissioner As Chief Of Staff
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has named Oluwatoyin Taiwo as his new Chief of Staff. Taiwo, who previously served as the Deputy Chief of Staff, officially received his appointment letter on Wednesday. The statement added, “The appointment, according to the letter, took effect from 18th December 2024. “The governor, while congratulating the new Chief of Staff, […]
Ogun State’s IGR Doubles from ₦70 Billion to ₦147 Billion in Four Years
Ogun State has achieved remarkable growth in its Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), nearly doubling its earnings in just four years. Back in 2019, the state generated ₦70 billion in revenue. Fast forward to 2023, and that number has reached an impressive ₦146.88 billion. This growth makes Ogun one of Nigeria’s standout states in terms of […]