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Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has congratulated the new Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide and other lawmakers for ensuring a rancour free process. The governor, who was represented by the Deputy Governor, Engr. (Mrs.) Noimot Salako-Oyedele spoke when he received 19 members of the House who accompanied the new speaker on a courtesy call on him on Tuesday in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. He commended the seamless manner in which they elected the new speaker, reaffirming that the lawmakers have the right to decide who would lead them in a democracy. He said: It is worthy of note that the executive has not interfered in the process to make sure that you are comfortable in what you want to do, that led you to making your decision. And we support you in the decision that you make.  "You have gone through the process in a way that is exemplary. This is not the first time in this country that members of a particular legislature ha...

The Society of Fellows of the Remo Diocese (Anglican Communion) has called on members of the  communion in Iperu to join and become a member of the society. Making this call in Iperu on Sunday was the President of The Society, Engr. Mota ODUMUSI, when he led members to its monthly meeting at the town. Speaking during a thanksgiving service held at St. James' Anglican Church, Iperu, ODUMUSI urged eligible members of the St. James' Anglican Church, and other churches within the arch-deaconries in Iperu, to enrol as members of the society and join in propagating the gospel of God, and contributing to the overall development of the diocese. According to the President, St. James' Anglican Church, Iperu, being the first church in the entire Remo and Ijebu lands, should always maintain a leading role in all aspects. He specifically appealed to the younger ones in the 25-40 age bracket to endeavour to join the society, as the older ones are willi...

The Executive Chairman of the Ogun State Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (Ogun Amoran), Otunba Nurudeen Aina Alowonle, has commended the Governor of the state, Prince Dapo Abiodun CON., on the introduction of the Ogun E Bike, a progressive step towards a greener future for the state. The Amoran chairman, described this great idea by the Ogun state government, as a laudable concept, environmentally and masses friendly initiative. According to the Ogun Amoran Boss, who expressed his sincere disposition, solidarity and gratitude to the official introduction of Electric bikes. In his words, "On behalf of the entire leaders, stakeholders and members of Ogun Amoran, let me use this medium to highly appreciate and commend our ever-performing and articulate Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for this laudable initiative of the Ogun E Bike also known as DA E Bike.  PDA is indeed an intelligent and highly intellectual administrator. The introduction of...

IPERU REMO EDUCATION TRUST SCHEME MANAGEMENT BOARD HOLDS SECOND EDITION OF EDUCATION SENSITIZATION TALK ON WEDNESDAY, JAN. 24 - OPENS APPLICATION FOR UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS/GRANTS By: Tope OYEKAN The second edition of the sensitization talk organized by the Iperu Remo Education Trust Scheme Management Board, shall hold at the Akesan Iperu Club 1954 Hall, Iperu, on Wednesday, 24th January, 2024, commencing from 11am. The talk, which has as its theme: "Education is a Key to Success", is organized by the board to reawaken the minds of all stakeholders in Iperu, on the challenges confronting education in the town, and working towards using education as a tool to combating poverty among its citizenry. Keynote Speaker is Mr. Tutu BURAIMO, FCA, mni, former Managing Director, CarnaudMetal Box Toyo Glass PLC., while Guest Speaker is Professor Abayomi ARIGBABU, the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Ogun State. The Lead Royal Father of the Da...

SUPREME COURT RULING: AZEEZ ONAYIGA, AMORAN'S MEDIA AIDE CONGRATULATES GOV. ABIODUN Azeez Onayiga, popularly referred to as Osha or Ebora Remo, the Senior Special Assistant on Media, Amalgamated Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Ogun State Chapter, has sent a congratulatory message to the Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, on his recent victory at the Supreme Court. In his message, Onayiga congratulated Gov. Abiodun on his well-deserved victory following the unanimous decision of the apex court justices, which finally validates the mandate freely given to him by the good people of Ogun State, on the 18th of March, 2023. He commended the governor for the various achievements recorded during his first term, while urging him to do even much more in his second term, moreso that the his election by the good people of Ogun State, at the March 18, 2023 gubernatorial poll has now been fully validated by the Supreme Cour...

TOPE OYEKAN FELICITATES GOV. ABIODUN ON SUPREME COURT RULING, CHARGES HIM TO BE MAGNANIMOUS IN VICTORY Temitope Olusola OYEKAN, an indigene of Iperu Remo, Ogun State,  has felicitated Prince Adedapo Oluseun ABIODUN, CON, Governor of Ogun State, on his recent victory in the post-election litigation at the Supreme Court. OYEKAN, a retired Deputy Director of Information in the Ogun State Local Government Service, and erstwhile Head, Information, Education, and Sports, Ikenne Local Government, according to a release made available to the press, felicitates the governor just as the highest court of the land has affirmed him as the duly and validly-elected governor of Ogun State, in the March 18, 2023 gubernatorial election. He described the governor's triumph as one that is divinely-ordained, acknowledging the supremacy and awesomeness of God over every other creatures. OYEKAN therefore charged the governor to always put God first in his consideration, and be magnanimous in ...

The Egbe Degbuyi Remo has given a boost to education in Remoland, as it sponsors the registration of some students in the forthcoming West African Examinations Council's Senior School Certificate Examination, and also donates exercise books to primary schools in the zone. The foremost socio-cultural age-grade group in Remoland, is embarking on this gesture, as part of its core mandate of giving back to the society through its various social intervention initiatives, and in particular, in its effort at giving a boost to education, while also lending a supportive hand to the needy and the less-privileged in its immediate environment. It will be recalled that the group had in the past carried out similar interventions through its donation of various food items, toiletries, beverages, and medical supplies to orphanages and health centres across Remoland, as well as contribution to community development programmes and projects. The presentation of the above-stated gifts to b...

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has described Tuesday's explosion in Ibadan, Oyo State, as a monumental tragedy. In a condolence message to his Oyo State counterpart, Governor Seyi Makinde, the government and the people of the state, Prince Abiodun regretted that the wanton loss of lives and the destruction of properties was due to neglect and criminality. The governor praised the swift response of the Oyo State government, which promptly dispatched first responders to the scene, thereby saving more lives. This was just as he expressed absolute confidence that the Oyo State government would ensure that the perpetrators of the dastardly act were apprehended and prosecuted, saying that the government is on top of the situation. He said: "I extend my deepest condolences to the government and the people of Oyo State following the tragic explosion that occurred in Ibadan on Tuesday.  "Our hearts go out to the families who lost their loved ones and those wh...

APPOINTMENT OF 50 LEGISLATIVE AIDES AND SPECIAL ASSISTANTS; OTUNBA DANKU SALUTES HON. ADEWUNMI ONANUGA ......describes Ijaya as God-sent to Remoland. The public relations officer of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria, Ogun state chapter, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya Danku and the Akile of Remoland, has commended the Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives, Hon. Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga, on the appointment of 50 legislative aides and special assistants.  Otunba Danku, in a press release issued by his media team, describes Hon Ijaya as a God sent and a distinguished lawmaker, who has redefined the concept of legislative representation, through the provision of meaningful and quality dividends of democracy to good people of Remoland.  Part of the press release states, " My dear Hon. Ijaya, I am sincerely glad to salute and appreciate you for the appointment of 50 legislative aides and special assistants across the 3 Local Government ...

The leadership of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) has conveyed warmth felicitations to the State Vice Chairman of the union, Mr. Lawal Kazeem as he turns yet another year.   The union, in a congratulatory message issued on behalf of its state executives and entire members in Ogun state, through the publicity secretary, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, described the celebrant as a worthy partner in progress who has brought his personal qualities and enviable antecedents to bare towards setting high standards for the union.   "It is with a heart full of gratitude that I write, on behalf of the other state executives and indeed, the entire members of our union in Ogun state to celebrate our dutiful, amiable, result-oriented and diligent Vice Chairman; Mr. Kazeem Lawal on the occasion of his birth anniversary.  "The union identifies your indelible and invaluable contribution to its progress. There is no dou...

- Tope OYEKAN The death has been announced of the Matriarch of the WOMILOJU Family of Ogere Remo, Mrs. Caroline Ebunoluwa WOMILOJU. Mrs. WOMILOJU's glorious transition occurred on Thursday, 11th January, 2024, after an illness. Born on December, 1944 at Itapa Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria, into the family of Bishop and Mrs. Michael Ajayi JAWOLUSI, the late educationist and community leader, was married to the LATE AROLE KANKANBIINA ROYAL FAMILY OF OGERE-REMO Very Rev (Sir) Frederick Oyenuga WOMILOJU (KCW) an Ogere Remo-born renowned educationist and Methodist clergy. A holder of the Modern School Certificate, and Grade II Teachers Certificate, the late WOMILOJU also obtained the Associate Certificate in Education from the University of Lagos. Her teaching career took her to various towns in Oyo and Ogun States, before she retired as a Headmistress I in year 2000. A devout Christian, Mrs. WOMILOJU was during her lifetime, a Lay Preacher of the Methodist Church, Nigeria; an...

Riding a motorcycle requires a heightened sense of awareness, physical & physiological strength and self coordination.  Therefore, it is important to obey traffic lights, signs, speed limits, and lane markings. Ride with the flow of traffic and leave plenty of room between your bike and other vehicles. Always check behind you and signal before you change lanes. Remember to ride defensively, responsibly and safely.  Otunba Taofeek Sokoya (Danku) Public Relations Officer Ogun Amoran

By: Tope OYEKAN A sensitization talk on education is scheduled to hold at Iperu Remo on Wednesday, 24th January, 2024. The event organised by the Iperu Remo Education Trust Scheme Management Board, shall hold at the Akesan Iperu Club 1954 Hall, Iperu, commencing from 11am. The sensitization talk, which has as its theme: "Education is a Key to Success", is the second in the series, organised by the board to reawaken the minds of all stakeholders in Iperu, on the challenges confronting education in our society. Keynote Speaker is Mr. Tutu BURAIMO, FCA, former Managing Director, CarnaudMetal Box Toyo Glass PLC., while Guest Speaker is Professor Abayomi ARIGBABU, the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Ogun State. Royal Father of the Day is the Alaperu of Iperu, His Royal Highness, Alayeluwa, Oba Adeleke Adelekan IDOWU-BASIBO (Odoru V), FIEX, FICMC. Also expected at the event is the Special Guest of Honour, Hon. Olusegun OGUNLEYE, Executive ...

 The leadership of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association (AMORAN) has joined the litany of well wishers to celebrate the deputy governor of Ogun state; Engr. Noimot Salako - Oyedele on the occasion of her birth anniversary.   The union, in a statement through its publicity secretary, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, described the celebrant as the 'Gateway Amazon'.   'On behalf of the entire members of our union in Ogun state, I humbly convey warmth wishes to our amiable deputy governor; Engr. Noimot Salako as she turns yet another year.   The gateway state is blessed to have an 'amazon' as the deputy governor and little can we wonder why the state continues to flourish in all endeavours. She has indeed been a partner in success to our remarkable Governor.   As she celebrates today, it is our prayer that the Almighty Allah grants her long life and prosperity.  Congratulations Ma".

2024 OJUDE OBA IPERU COMMITTEE CHAIR, OYEBANJO, COMMENDS MEMBERS COOPERATION AND SUPPORT, APPEALS FOR MORE IN THE NEW YEAR The Chairman, 2024 Ojude-Oba Iperu Planning Committee, Alhaji Taiwo OYEBANJO, has commended members of the committee for their overwhelming cooperation and support in the year 2023. OYEBANJO gave this commendation in his New Year Message to the committee members. In the message, he congratulated the members for a joyful crossover to the year 2024, as he wished them a blessed new year. "No doubt, we have closed the year 2023 on a very high note, and expectantly, our hopes and aspirations for the year 2024 as a group is tall and ambitious. May the Lord grant our desires both individually and as a group", said the Chairman. He appreciated all members greatly, describing them as wonderful people. He said, "we have used our coming together to prove that Iperu can co-exist happily, and that we are more prepared to use our individual and collect...

- Tope OYEKAN The Iperu Remo Education Trust Scheme Management Board has presented its account of stewardship covering its five weeks of existence, following its inauguration on the 24th of November, 2023, by the Alaperu of Iperu, His Royal Highness , Alayeluwa, Oba Adeleke Adelekan IDOWU-BASIBO (Odoru V). This account of stewardship was released on 1st January, 2024, by the Chairman of the board, Mofopefoluwa JOSEPH, FRM. In the document tagged - "2023 Annual Management Reports and Accounts", the Chairman highlighted the board's statement of income and expenditure for the period, ending 31st December, 2023. He also released a five year projected estimates of income and expenditure for the years 2024-2028. He listed some of the achievements recorded by the board during the period, which includes the maiden Sensitization Talk on Education, and the Induction Training held for the Schools Liaison Teams. He appreciated the tremendous support received f...

The leadership of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) has urged Nigerians to have positive attitude towards the new year, saying every available indices indicates that the country and indeed, Ogun state is on the brink of greatness.  In a statement by its spokesperson, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya (a.k.a Danku), the union said the prospect of a better nation will be realised if the people cooperate and work together for its betterment.   "On behalf of the entire executives of our great Union in Ogun state, I welcome us all to the new year 2024. I am strongly convinced that 2024 would be a year of great significance for us as a people. While celebrating the rare grace and privilege of witnessing the new year, I want to once again pay tribute to the commercial motorcycle riders who lost their lives in the previous year due to accidents.  "This is to further appeal to our members in Ogun state to always ride saf...

As he turns another year, the leadership of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), through its publicity secretary, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, has conveyed congratulatory message to the Admin of the union, Prince Olumide Dada Otusanya (a.k.a Daddo).   Extolling the virtues of the celebrant, the union described him as a committed team player who gives his all in ensuring the progress of the union.   "On behalf of the entire state executives of AMORAN in Ogun state, I convey hearty felicitations to our Administrative Secretary; Prince Olumide Otunsanya on the auspicious occasion of his birth anniversary.   I make bold to say that the union is blessed to have such a committed team player and result-oriented man to run her administrative affairs.   As you celebrate attaining yet another age, it is our prayer that you will be granted many more years in good health. The union identifies your in...