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The leadership of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) wishes to extend heartfelt congratulations to the distinguished Honorable Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide, on the occasion of his birth anniversary.  There is no doubt that the celebrant has exemplified outstanding leadership, dedication and commitment to the progress and development of the gateway state.  His legislative acumen and unwavering passion for the welfare of the people have set a benchmark for others to follow. As a leader of repute, he has put in efforts which have contributed significantly to progress of the state. We, at AMORAN, appreciate his continued support and advocacy for policies that positively impact our members and the broader transportation sector in Ogun State. Indeed, he is a respected figure among the grassroots and beyond. As he celebrates another year of impactful life, we pray for his continued health, ...

-Appreciates Gov. Abiodun The Management Board of the Light Up Iperu Scheme, has felicitates its Chairman, Prince Wale OYEKOYA, popularly known as Bama, on his appointment as a Consultant on Agriculture to the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo ABIODUN, CON. The board in a congratulatory message issued by the Secretary, Sir Yemi ADEITAN, described OYEKOYA's appointment as very timely, apt, and well-deserved, judging by the appointee's professional pedigree, and political antecedents, and the  He further described the appointment as one of putting a round peg in a round hole. "On behalf of the entire members of the board, i write to felicitate you on this well-deserved appointment which is not only apt, but timely, coming at a time that all efforts are geared towards sustainable agriculture and  food security. We have no doubt in your ability, competence, and capacity to successfully deliver on this sensitive and important assignment, and we hereby send our bes...

On behalf of the state executive members and entire members of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), I wish to extend heartfelt congratulations to Alhaji Lukman Adunmo on his well-deserved appointment as the Chairman of the Ogun State Parks and Garages Board. This appointment by our esteemed Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun CON, is more like putting a round peg in a round hole and we are confident that under his leadership, the Parks and Garages Board will experience significant advancements and improvements. Adunmo's utmost dedication and visionary approach are qualities that make him uniquely suited for this important role. Governor Dapo Abiodun has once again demonstrated his astute ability to recognize and appoint capable hands to strategic positions within the state. I want to specially commend His Excellency for his wisdom in making this appointment and reaffirm our unwavering support for his administration. We are confident t...

The Ogun State Government has released the names of additional non-statutory members appointed by Governor Dapo Abiodun to run four agencies of government. The agencies are Gateway Trading Company, Food Crops Marketing Board, Ogun State Parks and Gardens, and Ogun State Signage and Advertising Agency. The appointments are the second to be made by the governor, after the Ogun Waste Management Authority (OGWAMA), Ogun State Agricultural and Multipurpose Credit Agency (OSAMCA), Plantgate Limited, and the Ogun State Alternative Medicine Board (OGAMB). Yomi Odunowo is to head the board of Gateway Trading Company as chairman. Other members are Elder Tajudeen Alao, Chief Dele Oderinde, Mr. Vittu Tagbe Mechack, Disu Azeez, and Adeleye Olugbenga. Food Crops Marketing Board has Subair Kamilat as chairman. Other members of the board are Akorede Idowu, Akaosi Gbeleyi, Mr. Ogunade Bashiru, Hon. Yusuf Soyemi, and Awoderu Omoyemi. Ogun State Parks and Gardens has 20 members, with Lukman A...

Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, the Chairman of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) in Ogun State, has praised the Executive Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, for the comprehensive reconstruction of the 70-kilometer Abeokuta-Ota-Lagos road, which had been neglected for many years. Speaking at the groundbreaking and flag-off ceremony held in Itori, Ewekoro Local Government Area, Sokoya, who represented the entire transport unions in Ogun State, expressed deep appreciation to the governor for responding to the longstanding pleas of the people. “On behalf of the entire transport unions in Ogun State, I extend heartfelt congratulations to our distinguished and proactive governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for addressing the critical needs of our people. It is well-known that this road is a federal responsibility, yet, recognizing its significance and the urgency of its repair, our governor took the initiative t...

The Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) convened an extended state executive meeting on August 21, 2024, at the union's state secretariat in Adatan. The meeting was attended by all members of the union's state executives, as well as branch and unit chairmen. During the gathering, Mr. Kazeem Lawal, the union's Vice Chairman, provided an update on recent developments within AMORAN. This meeting marked the first extended state executive meeting since Otunba Taofeek Sokoya's emergence as the new State Chairman. Mr. Lawal revealed that the former chairman, Otunba Nurudeen Aina Alowonle, had informed the union's leadership of his decision to resign in order to pursue the executive chairmanship position of Sagamu Local Government in the upcoming Ogun State local government elections. Given the importance of this position, the union's executives unanimously elected Otunba Taofeek Sokoya (also known as Danku) as the new C...

By: Tope OYEKAN The remains of the late Honourable Solomon Olusanya ODUBONA, a former member of the Ogun State House of Assembly representing Ikenne State Constituency, and former Minority Leader of the house will be laid to rest on Friday, 23rd August, 2024. This was contained in a funeral arrangements released by the family and signed by the eldest son of the deceased, Aare Olajide Anthony ODUBONA. According to the funeral plans, the late lawmaker and the former Agbaakin of Iperu, and the Otun Balogun of Idena, would be interred at his residence, Mogunsen Court, Sewolu Quarters, Iperu Remo, after a burial/thanksgiving service that will be held at the St. James' Anglican Church, Sewolu Street, Iperu Remo, while guests will be entertained at the Christ Apostolic Grammar School Hall, Iperu Remo. Today, Wednesday, 21st August, 2024, a Service of Songs will be held in his honour at his residence by the Men's Fellowship, St. James' Anglican Church, Iperu...

Ogun State has joined the league of rice-producing states in the country with the flagging off of the harvest of 200 hectares of farmland at Magboro Rice Farm in Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of the state. The farm is the brainchild of the Ogun State Economic Transformation Project, supported by the World Bank  and aimed at driving economic growth and development in the state. Speaking on the occasion, Governor Abiodun said that with the flag-off, Ogun State is not only joining states like Lagos, Kebbi, and Bayelsa in producing locally grown rice for the consumption of the people, but also fostering economic development, creating jobs, and improving livelihoods within the communities. He said: "This is a 200-hectare rice farm. The farmers are mainly women and youths from all parts of the country and not just from Ogun State alone. "Each farmer was allocated one hectare of farmland; this means that we have 200 farmers in th...

For Dr Razaq Shotayo, human race always throws up different categories of people; the highly and the lowly placed; the accomplished and the not so accomplished people and above all, the exemplary achievers whose lives are exciting chapters for the upcoming generations. One unique thing about Dr. Sotayo Olusola Rasak who doubles as National President of the Motorcycle Operators Union of Nigeria (MOUN), is not only contained in his personal life's achievement, which is in itself a factor, but by the way he has been able to touch other people's lives positively through his various offices he occupied. Shotayo is also widely acknowledged for his countless humanitarian services and far-reaching philanthropic gestures. He is one man whose outstanding achievements are sources of inspiration to the present and future generations. Service Board, this particularly made him stand out among his contemporaries within the transport unions in the country; a leader with passion who...

...says Olokola Deep Sea Port, LNG Project Coming Soon Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Thursday said the location of the proposed Zonal Office and Training School of the Nigeria Customs Service at the Gateway Agro-Cargo International Airport would serve as an avenue to improve the status of the state as the industrial hub of the nation. The project, he added, would  also help the proposed Kajola Inland Dry Port and the Olokola Seaport, which he said would soon come on stream, just as the federal government is planning the resuscitation of a Liquefied Natural Gas Project in the area. Governor Abiodun disclosed this when he and the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Mr. Adewale Adeniyi, visited the site of the Nigeria Customs Service's proposed Zonal Office/Training School in Ilisan, Ikenne Local Government Area. He said the Deep Sea Port and the Dry Port being planned by the state would open up the state f...

The state chairman of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, has asserted that members of the union are responsible and peace-loving individuals, countering common misconceptions about their conduct. Sokoya made this statement during a live appearance on the radio program "OJU ABE" on Splash 106.7FM, yesterday, 14th of August, 2024. During the interview, Sokoya emphasized that AMORAN regularly organizes orientation seminars for its members to educate them on the union’s ethics and norms. "I am saying with all confidence that our members are peace-loving, well-oriented, and responsible. Many people out there believe that union activities are managed by touts or rogues, but this is far from the truth," Sokoya declared. He added, "Among our members, we have lots of graduates. These individuals are well-read, discerning, and will never engage in any behavior that could tarnish the union'...

As the world came together to celebrate International Youth Day, Nigeria witnessed a significant event that underscored the importance of youth empowerment in shaping the future of our nation. The Nigeria Police Force Youth Summit, a dynamic and inspiring gathering, brought together young minds from across the country to engage in dialogue, learning, and collaboration. This summit not only commemorated International Youth Day but also provided a platform for the youth to contribute to the national discourse on security, leadership, and community development. The theme of this year’s summit, "Empowering Youth for a Safer Nigeria," resonated deeply with the challenges and opportunities facing our nation today. The summit was a call to action, urging the youth to take an active role in fostering peace, security, and development within their communities. It was an opportunity for the young leaders of tomorrow to voice their concerns, share inno...

The Iperu Mini Stadium Project Committee has appointed Chairmen of Sub-committees. Those appointed are Otunba Owolabi OGUNJIMI who heads the Building Sub-committee, and Mr. Afolabi SOYEGE, who shall oversee the affairs of the Fund-raising Sub-committee. Their appointment was contained in a statement issued by Muhy'dn OYEFUSI, the Personal Assistant to Otunba Denny Ibrahim  OLADIPUPO, Chairman of the Iperu Mini Stadium Project Committee, shortly after an inaugural meeting of volunteers held last weekend. The Chairmen are expected to use their wealth of experience, social networks, and wide contacts to excel on these new assignments. Other members of the Sub-committees who shall work alongside the Chairmen, as well as executive members of the Iperu Mini Stadium Project Committee, shall be named after a general meeting of the committee holding this week. The committee commended Arc. Olusegun Paul Adetokunbo LADEGA, who has been assisting the committee, offering his profess...

 The National President of the Amalgamated Commercial Motorcycle and Tricycle Owners, Repairs and Riders Association of Nigeria (ACOMORAN), Alhaji Shamsideen Adebayo Apelogun, popularly known as "Allrounder," has heaped praises on Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for introducing the electric bike (e-bike) initiative in the state. Alhaji Apelogun expressed his approval in a statement released on Monday, describing the e-bike initiative as a progressive step towards modernizing transportation and improving the livelihood of commercial motorcycle operators in the State. Apelogun highlighted the environmental and economic benefits of the initiative, noting that the adoption of e-bikes would significantly reduce the cost of operation for riders and contribute to a noiseless environment.  "We are excited about this innovative approach by Governor Abiodun. The introduction of electric bikes is a game-changer for our members, as it will help redu...

Following the inauguration of Otunba Taofeek Tola Sokoya (a.k.a Danku) as the new State Chairman for the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) in Ogun, his immediate predecessor; Otunba Nurudeen Aina Alowonle has hailed his emergence, describing it as 'a well deserved leadership position and status'.  In a congratulatory message personally signed by him, Otunba Nurudeen Aina Alowonle expressed his heartfelt congratulations to his successor, highlighting Danku's well-deserved rise to this pivotal position. Alowonle praised Danku as a respected leader, mentor and a man of positive ideas, whose contributions to the youth and the entire people of the gateway state are widely acknowledged. Alowonle also expressed confidence in Sokoya's ability to steer the union to new and greater heights, emphasizing that his leadership will bring about progressive changes and an enviable future for the union and its members across Ogun state. H...

It has been a whole year already since the youths of our dear local government gave myself and other members of the executive the mandate to saddle the affairs of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN). While I am full of gratitude for the journey so far, I find it imperative to reel out some of the achievements recorded by my administration since its inception. Immediately after my declaration as the newly elected coordinator of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Ijebu North Local Branch, I led other elected executive members and stakeholders to meet the executive local government chairman of Ijebu North, Mr. Bolaji Odusanya, for a familiarization visit. During this visit, I introduced the newly elected executives of the youth council to him and discussed the urgent need for a ‘YOUTH OFFICE’ to facilitate our daily operations. The chairman congratulated the new executives and committed to providing a youth office, a decl...

The Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) in Ogun State has officially inaugurated Otunba Taofeek Sokoya as the new chairman of the union. The inauguration ceremony took place today at the union's state secretariat in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. The leadership transition duly follows the resignation of the former chairman, Otunba Nurudeen Aina Alowonle. In response, the union's executive members unanimously elected Otunba Sokoya as the new chairman, entrusting him with the responsibility of leading the organization. The event was marked by the presence of prominent dignitaries, including the Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide, and the Ogun State Commissioner for Transport, Engr. Gbenga Dairo. Also in attendance were the union’s deputy chairman, Mr. Kazeem Lawal, along with other members of the state executive council.  ...