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Transition: Onipokia of Ipokia, Oba Yisa Olaniyan Joins Ancestors at 55
The Ogun state traditional institution has been thrown into mourning following the death of the Onipokia of Ipokia kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Yisa Sola Adeniyi Olaniyan, Orijajoogun I, who joined his ancestors at the age of 55. The monarch died on Saturday at St. Luke’s Hospital in Houston, Texas in the United States, following…
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NUJ Ogun Secretary Celebrates Kurunmi of Ijaye-Egbaland, Prof. Lai Labode, on Historic First Anniversary
The Secretary of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, Comrade Bunmi Adigun, has congratulated the Kurunmi of Ijaye-Egbaland, Aare (Prof.) Lai Labode, on the occasion of his first anniversary on the traditional throne, describing the milestone as a celebration of visionary leadership, community development and renewed hope for the ancient town. In…
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Omo-Owo Donates ₦10m for Egba Central Mosque Expansion, Strengthens Grassroots Appeal
Alhaji Abdul-Hammed Femi Omotayo, popularly known as OmoOwo and a Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) senatorial aspirant in Ogun State, has further strengthened his grassroots profile following a ₦10 million donation towards the expansion of the Egba Central Mosque in Abeokuta. The donation was announced during the annual Ariya Odun programme of the mosque, held at…
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Feature: The Day Iyabo Obasanjo Took Over Lisabi Without Being There
In Nigerian politics, visibility is often measured by presence, who shows up, who speaks, who commands the stage. But at the Lisabi Festival in Abeokuta, a different model of political strength emerged. Senator (Prof.) Iyabo Obasanjo was not at the event. She was in Abuja, engaged in party activities of the All Progressives Congress. Yet,…
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Oniko-Elect Marks First Week in Seclusion; Reassures Ikolaje-Idiroko of Peaceful Reign
The Oniko-elect of Ikolaje-Idiroko Kingdom in Ipokia Local Government Area of Ogun State, Prince Adekanmbi Abdullahi Olayode, has reassured his people of his unwavering commitment to peace, unity and progress as he marked seven days in the mandatory traditional seclusion preceding his ascension to the throne. Prince Olayode, who recently entered the compulsory three-month traditional…
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Ogun @50: PREGSOSA President Mosaku Celebrates State, Charges Youth, Hails Gov. Abiodun
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Ogun State’s creation, Premier Grammar School Old Students Association (PREGSOSA) President, Fatai Mosaku, on behalf of the association’s 2003 Set, has extended heartfelt felicitations to the people and youth of Ogun State, celebrating the state’s steady growth and urging continued collective commitment toward its development. Ogun State, created on…
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Ogun @50: NUJ Calls for Stronger Democratic Engagement, Hails Media’s Legacy
As Ogun State marks its 50th anniversary since its creation on February 3, 1976, the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, has issued a formal statement celebrating the media’s indispensable role in the state’s development and urging heightened patriotic engagement as the state charts its future course. In a Golden Jubilee statement on…
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Nigerian Artiste ‘Awe’ Drops New Cultural Anthem “Golden Jubilee” to Mark 50-Year Milestone
Abeokuta, Ogun State – Nigerian music artiste Awe, whose real name is Olufemi Orunsola, has released a new musical single titled “Golden Jubilee”, a culturally inspired anthem celebrating five decades of heritage, resilience and collective progress. The single, officially unveiled this week, is a blend of Afro-centric rhythms and rich Yoruba cultural elements, crafted to…
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Awujale Succession: Paseda Cautions Against Money, Politics, Cultural Betrayal
Otunba Rotimi Paseda (ORP), a two-time governorship candidate in Ogun State and an indigene of Ijebu Ode, has raised serious concerns over what he described as growing disregard for traditional and spiritual processes in the selection of the next Awujale of Ijebuland. In a strongly worded intervention on Tuesday, rooted in Ijebu history, culture and…
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Nigeria’s Alake of Egbaland Marks 20 Years; Governor Abiodun Sends Tribute
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated the Alake and Paramount Ruler of Egbaland, His Royal Majesty Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, Okukenu IV, on the celebration of his 20th coronation anniversary, describing the milestone as a testament to two decades of purposeful and impactful leadership. Oba Gbadebo, the 10th Alake of Egbaland, ascended the…
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