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The Iperu Indigenes Forum has sent the warmest birthday felicitations to the Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency, Prince Dapo ABIODUN, CON, on his 64th birthday anniversary, which was held yesterday, 29th May, 2024. The forum in its congratulatory message, jointly signed by the Convener, Prince Ladi OLABINJO; and administrators, High Chief Barr. Ifasola Saheed OPEODU, the Oluwo of IPERU; Otunba Adebayo SALAMI; and Tope OYEKAN; felicitates the governor on his birthday, and also congratulated him on the first year anniversary of his second term of office. The forum also goes further to commend and appreciate him on the newly-constructed Sagamu-Iperu-Ode road, which had its first and second phase commissioned yesterday at Iperu. Gov. ABIODUN's announcement of the award of contract for the reconstruction of the Siun-Ogere-Iperu-Ilisan Road was also applauded, as he was urged to consider the construction of more quality intra-city roads that will aid local transportation

On behalf of the state  executives and indeed, the entire members of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) in Ogun State, I wish to extend our heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency, Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, on the joyous occasion of his birthday. Your Excellency Sir, your visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the development of Ogun State have been a source of inspiration and pride for all of us. Your tireless efforts in improving infrastructure, enhancing security and fostering an environment conducive to economic growth have significantly uplifted the lives of our members and the entire citizenry of Ogun State. We deeply appreciate our performing Governor's continuous support for the transportation sector, particularly the motorcycle riders and owners who play a vital role in the state's mobility and economy. There is no doubt that your administration's policies have created a more structured and r

-as the board takes children on excursion to         Lagos By: Tope OYEKAN The Iperu Remo Education Trust Scheme Management Board has organized an event to celebrate Iperu Children on the occasion of the 2024 Children's Day Celebration. The event with the theme, "Protecting the Nigerian Child from the dangers of Online Technology" will be held at the Guaranty Trust Bank, Obafemi Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, on Monday, 27th May, 2024, and shall have as Speaker, a member of the board, Prince Gboyega AKINYEMI. The excursion programme is organized by the board as part of its efforts at providing practical learning experience and exposure to the students which are integral to their academic and personal development. During the trip, the students will be exposed to the metropolitan nature of Lagos as well as banking activities at the beautiful ambience of the Awolowo Road, Ikoyi, platinum branch of GTB. According to a release from Mofopefoluwa JOSEPH, FRM, Chairman o

By: Tope OYEKAN Otunba Taiwo Abdulrasaq OYEBANJO, CEO, Avalon Hotel and Suites, Iperu, has been elected the President, Iperu Development Association, in the election of the association, held on Saturday 25th May, 2024.  He was declared elected unopposed by the Chairman, Iperu Development Association Electoral Committee, Mr. Sakiru SODIPO, at the Iperu Development Association Plaza, Atenda, Iperu, venue of the exercise, yesterday. The newly-elected President, who is the current Vice Chairman of the association will succeed the incumbent and outgoing Chairman, Chief Babajide OYETI. OYEBANJO, an Auditor in the then Iperu Community Development Association; served as Vice Chairman of Akesan Day Celebrations Planning Committee; and also served as Chairman of the Akesan Day Celebrations Planning Committee in the years 2016 and 2017. He later became the Vice Chairman of the IDA in 2018, following a resuscitation of the association from its state of comatose. From 2018 t

In recent times, Ijebu Igbo has been plagued by an alarming rise in misconduct by TRACE (Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps) officers. Reports have surfaced detailing how these officers, who are meant to uphold traffic laws and ensure the safety of the public, have instead turned into predators, exploiting their positions for personal gain. Their collusion with area thugs to extort money from commercial motorcycle riders, commonly known as “okada riders,” is particularly concerning. Numerous eyewitness accounts and victim testimonies reveal a pattern of systemic abuse. TRACE officers, under the guise of enforcing traffic regulations, target okada riders with relentless harassment. These officers, in league with local thugs, create a hostile environment where riders are compelled to pay exorbitant sums of money to avoid trumped-up charges or confiscation of their motorcycles. This illicit collaboration not only undermines the integrity of the TRACE Corps but also erodes public tru

The Federal Government has approved January, 2025, as the official date for the 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival, tagged, “Gateway Games, Ogun 2024”. In a communique released after the first National Council on Sports, at the Old Government Lodge, Abakaliki Road, Enugu State, the Minister of Sports Development, Sen. John Enoh, commended Ogun State Government for its commitment to the successful hosting of the festival. Sen. Enoh noted that the National Sports Festival plays a vital role in national unity, while also increasing socio-economic growth for the sustainable development of the state and the country in general, calling on the Federal and state governments to bid and host national and international sports competitions, to fast-track the development of sports in the country. While urging all key stakeholders to play active roles towards the successful hosting of the Gateway Games, the Sports Minister informed that the Council of Sports was in support of t

-Describes aspiration as a Call to Service By: Tope OYEKAN As preparation for the 25th May, 2024, election into the executive council of Iperu Development Association reaches a final stage, the electoral committee saddled with the responsibility of conducting the election, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the candidates, with a charge to all contestants, to see their aspiration as a call to service. Speaking at a meeting held with the candidates at the Iperu Development Association secretariat on Tuesday, 21st May, 2024, the Chairman of the electoral committee, Mr. Sakiru SODIPO, charged the contestants to see the election as a call to service. He urged the candidates to comply with the electoral guidelines and abide by the contents of the signed memorandum. He further implored them to prevail on their delegates to refrain from any form of violence, as this could lead to disqualification of candidates. SODIPO announced that o

Ogun State Government on Wednesday commenced the disbursement of the second phase of the N1billion Operational Grant for Micro and Small scale Enterprises in the state under its OG-cares scheme.  The first disbursement was done in 2023, during which 1,000 entrepreneurs in micro enterprises received N100,000 each, while those in the small scale categories received N350,000 each.  About 2,822 entrepreneurs are expected to benefit from the second phase. Speaking at the event, which was held at the Obas' Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, Governor Dapo Abiodun noted that his administration's blueprint specifies a social contract with the people of the Gatewey State as encapsulated in the "Building Our Future Together" Agenda, stressing that the 2nd phase marks another milestone in his government's commitment to supporting growth and development of the state's Medium, Small and Micro scale Enterprises.  Governor Abiodun, who was repre

On behalf of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Ogun State, I, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, wish to extend our warmest congratulations to His Royal Highness Oba Musiliu Adegbola Oriyomi Soile (Oshinderumi 1, Radanuwa of Idado Sagamu), on the joyous occasion of his birthday. Your Royal Highness, your reign has been a beacon of wisdom, progress, and unity for the people of Idado Sagamu. Your unwavering commitment to the development and well-being of your community is truly admirable and serves as an inspiration to all. As you celebrate this special day, we pray that you are blessed with continued health, happiness and prosperity. May your reign be long and filled with peace and remarkable achievements. Once again, Happy Birthday, Your Royal Highness! Long live the Radanuwa of Idado Sagamu! E-SIGNED:  Otunba Taofeek Sokoya Public Relations Officer AMORAN, Ogun State

The Ojude Oba Iperu Planning Committee, on monday, met with the Alaperu of Iperu, His Royal Highness, Oba Adeleke Adelekan IDOWU-BASIBO (Odoru V), FIEX, FICMC, and all the Royal Fathers in Iperu, to brief them on the efforts and preparation of the committee towards the forthcoming Ojude Oba slated to hold in June 2024, precisely on the third day of Ileya celebration.  The meeting which was held at the conference room of the palace of the Alaperu, had in attendance, the Ebi of Idena, Iperu, His Royal Highness, Oba Lukman Oluwadamilare Adebambo SALAMI, (Sebu II); the Onimeji of Imeji, Iperu, His Royal Highness, Oba Kayode OLAYEBO OREMULE-SODA (Gbadewolu I); the Alagbehinsha of Agbehinsha, Iperu, His Royal Highness, Oba Isiaka Adekanmi OGUNNAIKE (Odumowu I); and the  Alaregun of Iregun, Iperu, His Royal Highness, Oba Abraham Adedoyin OGUNFOWORA (Ewu Nla I). Leading the committee was the Chairman, Otunba Taiwo OYEBANJO, who presented an update on the activities of the committee

...says accountability transparency, probity key to good govenance Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun said his administration will continue to ensure probity and judicious spending of public funds and other resources by avoiding recklessness spending. Speaking while declaring open the 4th annual internal auditors retreat organised by the audit monitoring department of the office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (AGF) held at the conference hotel, Abeokuta, Ogun State capital, Prince Abiodun said his administration has successfully blocked all leakages in the state financial architecture. According to the governor, acountability, transparency, and probity are key and pivotal elements that enhance good governance and promote sustainable development. Represented by his deputy, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, Governor Abiodun emphasised the aptness of the theme of the retreat, which is "Enhancing Efficiency and Effectiveness

In the dawn of the 2023/2024 academic session, the Eleyun Charitable Organization, led by the visionary CEO, Hon. Adetayo Adenaike (commonly known as Tayo Eleyun), embarked on a noble journey to illuminate the path of education for those most in need. The initiative was tailored for indigent students demonstrating not only a positive attitude towards education but also outstanding academic performance. Selected from various secondary schools in Ijebu Igbo, the ten beneficiaries exemplified unwavering dedication to their studies. The scholarship package extended beyond mere tuition fees, encompassing essential resources such as subject textbooks, notebooks, two sets of school uniforms per student, school bags, and other writing materials. For these JSS 2 students, the support promised by the organization would span their entire secondary education, with a commitment to aiding the three among them who excel in their WAEC exams to further their studies

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has disclosed that efforts are in top gear to affiliate the Oba Sikiru Adetona College of Governance with the National Institute of Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS), Kuru, Jos, for the training of high ranking government officials. The governor made this known at the 90th birthday and 64th coronation anniversary thanksgiving of the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, held at the Cathedral Church of Our Saviour, Ita-Olowajoda-Ijasi, Ijebu-Ode on Sunday. He said Permanent Secretaries from the state would be the first to enrol to enable them benefit from the college, which is the brain child of the Awujale. Prince Abiodun also said that he sought and got the approval of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to grant the College the full status of the campus of the NIPSS.  "I told Kabiyesi this morning that our Permanent Secretaries will be the first set of students at

*PRESS RELEASE*   -FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   *TOTAL BLACKOUT IN IPERU REMO: YOUTH GIVES IBEDC 7 DAYS ULTIMATUM TO RESTORE POWER OR FACE CONSEQUENCES*   Iperu Remo, Nigeria, May 2, 2024   The residents of Iperu Remo have endured over 120 days of total blackout, enduring darkness and hardship on the excuse of being connected to 11KVA while neighboring towns connected to the same 11KVA line enjoy uninterrupted power supply. The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has failed to provide a satisfactory explanation for this discrepancy, leaving the community in a state of frustration and despair.   Despite repeated appeals and demands for action, the IBEDC has shown blatant disregard for the plight of the people of Iperu Remo. Therefore, the youth of Iperu Remo hereby issue a stern warning to the IBEDC: restore power to our town within 7 days. Failure to do so will result in consequences for the youth of the town, including potential protests and locking of their busines

The Ojude Oba Iperu Planning Committee has commenced the registration of Traditional Age-grade Groups (Egbe Ibile), Families, Clubs, and Associations, who are interested in participating at this year's Ojude Oba Festival, holding at Oja Ale Square, Iperu Remo, on the 3rd day of the 2024 Ileya Celebration. According to an update released today by the Secretary of the Committee, Alhaji SBO OMISANYA, twelve Egbe Ibiles, Families, Clubs, and Associations, have so far indicated their interest to participate at the event, having paid the stipulated sum of #20,000.00 (Twenty Thousand Naira) registration fee. This payment guarantees the applicant a space comprising a Tent and 2 Dozens of Chairs with tables, at the Ojude Oba ground. OMISANYA enjoined all other would-be participants to embrace the opportunity of the highly affordable and well-subsidized participation fee to register, as this will ensure a popular participation and active involvement of many Iperu sons and daughte