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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 ...

...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...