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lPERU INDIGENES FORUM FELICITATES GOV. DAPO ABIODUN ON MAIDEN COMMERCIAL FLIGHT OF GATEWAY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, IPERU, COMMENDS VALUEJET AIRLINE

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…Applauds Governor’s Vision for Remo’s Industrial Growth and Economic Transformation The Iperu Indigenes Forum has sent its heartfelt felicitations to His Excellency, Prince Dapo ABIODUN, CON, Governor of Ogun State, and the entire Iperu Akesanland community on the successful completion of the Gateway International Airport, Iperu, and its maiden commercial flight scheduled for Tuesday, 7th October 2025. In a statement jointly signed by the Convener, Prince Ladi OLABINJO; Administrators, High Chief Barr. Ifasola Saheed OPEODU (the Oluwo of Iperu); and Otunba Adebayo SALAMI; as well as the Media Officer, Temitope OYEKAN; the Forum lauded the Governor, an illustrious son of Iperu Akesanland for this historic milestone that has placed Iperu and Ogun State on the global aviation and economic map. The commencement and operations of the Gateway International Airport, Iperu, marks a new dawn for the people of Iperu, Ikenne Local Government, Remoland, and Ogun State at large. The Fo...
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Independence Day: AMORAN Chairman, Sokoya Hails Tinubu, Abiodun, Lauds New Airline Initiative

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ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE – October 1, 2025 – The Ogun State Chapter of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) has joined the nation in marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, extending felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Dapo Abiodun. In a statement released on Wednesday, the State Chairman, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, described the anniversary as a "significant milestone for national reflection and renewed hope." He offered prayers for divine wisdom and guidance for the leaders at both federal and state levels. The statement also commended AMORAN members across the state for their resilience and law-abiding conduct as vital contributors to the transportation sector. Highlighting the occasion, Otunba Sokoya expressed the association's strong backing for Governor Abiodun's administration. He specifically praised the upcoming commencement of Value Jet Airline's commercial flights from Ogun Stat...
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Belarus Frigate Takes Relief To Widows With Food Items, Health Checkups In Abeokuta

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 In a heartwarming demonstration of compassion and service to humanity, the Brothers Across Nigeria Int'l (BAN INT'L) Belarus Frigate has extended its Community Social Responsibility (CSR) outreach to widows in Ogun State. No fewer than 120 widows benefitted from the initiative, which held in Abeokuta, the state capital. The exercise featured the distribution of essential food items, including rice, spaghetti, salt, and vegetable oil. In addition, beneficiaries received free medical checkups, such as blood pressure and sugar level tests, alongside a health talk focused on managing these conditions. Speaking with journalists shortly after the exercise, the Chairman of BAN Int'l Belarus Frigate in Odeda Local Government, Mr. Olaegbe Idris, said the initiative aligns with his administration’s vision of providing succour to the needy, particularly in light of the current economic challenges facing Nigerians. “This programme is part of our resolve to stan...
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NIGERIA'S FIRST FEMALE ACCOUNTANT GENERAL, DR. OLUWATOYIN MADEIN CALLS FOR IMPROVED WOMEN PARTICIPATION IN POLITICS

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By: Temitope OYEKAN The first female Accountant General of the Federation in Nigeria, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Shakirat MADEIN has called for an improved participation of Women in Politics.    She made the call while delivering her goodwill address at tge Ogun East Conference for Women, held on Thursday, 25th September, 2025 at the Akarigbo Palace Hall, Sagamu. Dr. MADEIN drew attention to the underrepresentation of women in politics, citing that less than 35% of women in Nigeria are in politics, despite the United Nations’ recommendation of 35% affirmative action. She highlighted the irony that while women make up 62% of Nigeria’s population, their political participation remains below expectation. Despite these gaps, she praised Nigerian women for making remarkable progress in other areas such as academics, education, career development, the public sector, and small and medium enterprises (SMEs). She challenged and inspired the participants as she reaffirmed the imp...
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AMORAN Chairman, Sokoya Hails Secretary Kelani on Birthday, Praises Exemplary Leadership

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Abeokuta– The Secretary of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) in Ogun State, Alhaji Kamal Oluwatoyin Kelani, has been celebrated on his birthday by the state chapter of the union, with its Chairman lauding his pivotal role in the association's development. In a birthday message issued on Thursday, the Executive Chairman of AMORAN, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, praised Alhaji Kelani for what he described as "unwavering commitment" and "administrative proficiency" that have significantly contributed to the union's stability and growth. Otunba Sokoya, speaking on behalf of the State Executive Committee and the entire membership, highlighted Kelani's qualities as a leader. "Alhaji Kelani has consistently distinguished himself as a disciplined, loyal, and visionary leader," the Chairman stated. "His sense of responsibility and capacity as a dependable team player have been instrumental t...
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Ogun Govt has no reason to block Senator Daniel's Projects, he should follow due process--Govt

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The Ogun State Government has dismissed claims that it is deliberately frustrating road projects initiated by Senator Gbenga Daniel, a former governor of the state, noting that it seeks coordination, not obstruction, of development projects. The government gave this indication through the Special Adviser on Media and Strategy to Governor Dapo Abiodun, Hon. Kayode Akinmade. According to Akinmade, who spoke on Frontline, a current affairs program on Eagle 102.5 FM, Ijebu-Ilese, lawmakers from Ogun State routinely inform the government about their constituency projects to aid planning and budgeting, but Daniel chose not to follow due process. While appealing to the senator to develop a close relationship with the relevant ministry, he said: "If a project the state is contemplating is already captured in the federal budget, the state government will now use the resources made for that one for another road. But in a situation where there is no communication, that's the ...
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2027: Elections: Osinowo Eyes House of Reps, Pledges Grassroots-Focused Representation

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Hon. Jenriyi Osinowo, a frontline aspirant for the Federal House of Representatives, Ijebu North/Ijebu East/Ogun Waterside Federal Constituency, under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has declared that his ambition is driven by a passion to rebrand true representation and ensure governance that reflects the yearnings of the people at the grassroots. Speaking with newsmen, Osinowo explained that his decision to join the race for the Green Chamber ahead of the 2027 general elections stems from a firm conviction that the constituency deserves a representative who is people-centered, innovative and pragmatic in addressing the challenges of development. According to him, his aspiration is anchored on the need to champion policies and initiatives that will positively impact the lives of constituents, especially in the critical areas of education, infrastructure, health, job creation, youth and women empowerment. “I am offering myself for service because I beli...
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