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The Ogun State Community, Social Orientation and Safety Corps, popularly known as So-Safe Corps, has arrested a 33-year-old man identified as Odede Afeez over the alleged vandalism and theft of an aluminium window in the Oluomo area of Koko, Atan-Ota.

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE — Senator Shuaib Afolabi Salisu, representing Ogun Central Senatorial District, has held an engagement with members of transport unions and selected youths from across the district at his constituency office.

The Federal High Court in Abeokuta has adjourned until November 3, 2026, a suit challenging Senator Iyabo Obasanjo’s recognition as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate for Ogun Central Senatorial District in the 2027 general election.

OTA, OGUN STATE — A group of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) members in Ota has reportedly defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC), with the development taking place at the LarryBash Secretariat in Okede, Ota.

The Ogun West Independent Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has engaged High Chief Olanrewaju Bashorun, popularly known as LarryBash, during a courtesy visit to his campaign secretariat. The meeting, held on Monday evening, focused on the relationship between the media and political stakeholders, with discussions centred on journalism, democratic participation, transparency and accountability. LarryBash, who is the APC candidate for the Ado-Odo/Ota Federal Constituency, spoke about his political vision and the importance of constructive engagement between politicians and the media. Recent reports have also documented his grassroots political activities in the constituency ahead of the 2027 elections. During the engagement, emphasis was placed on the role of journalism in providing citizens with information and creating platforms through which public officials and political actors can be held accountable. The NUJ delegation also formally invited LarryBash to the forthcomi...

Leading governorship aspirant of the Peoples Democratic Party, Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu, has called on party leaders across Ogun State to remain united, loyal, and committed ahead of the party’s governorship primary election scheduled for Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested a husband and wife for allegedly operating a child-stealing syndicate in the Mowe area of Ogun State.

A 30-year-old private school teacher in Ogun State, identified as Nathaniel Baiyegun, has been arrested over the alleged abduction and killing of a 16-year-old WASSCE candidate, Florence, said to be his former student. 

More than 5,000 supporters of Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, reportedly gathered today at Ake Pavilion, Abeokuta, for the inauguration and official unveiling of the Yayi Progressive Movement. The event drew a large turnout of political supporters and stakeholders, signaling growing momentum ahead of the 2027 Ogun governorship conversation. The gathering marks a significant political moment as supporters showcased solidarity and enthusiasm for Yayi’s progressive agenda in Ogun State. Observers say the strong attendance reflects increasing grassroots mobilization and could play a major role in shaping the political landscape as 2027 approaches.

As Christians in Ogun State, across Nigeria, and around the world mark the Easter celebration, governorship aspirant Dr. Bolaji Marie Odusina has extended warm greetings and best wishes to residents of the state.

Earlier today, the Governor paid a visit to the Redemption Camp of the Redeemed Christian Church of God to celebrate the recent birthday anniversary of Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, widely known as Daddy GO.

On today's International Women’s Day 2026, I join women across Ogun State, Nigeria, Diaspora, and the world in celebrating all resilient women and homemaker on the powerful theme “Give To Gain.”

Following the recent fatal crash at the Ota Toll Gate that claimed several lives, the Ogun State Government has issued a strong warning against indiscriminate roadside trading, describing it as dangerous and a major cause of avoidable accidents.

More than six lives were lost in a devastating multiple-vehicle accident at the Ota Toll Gate along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway.

Our attention has been drawn to a malicious publication titled “EXCLUSIVE: Ado-Odo/Ota Council Leader in Violent Outburst Amidst Corruption Allegations, Summons Thugs on Colleagues.”

The Ogun State Government has officially banned graduation ceremonies for pupils in pre-basic and kindergarten classes across the state.

A 32-year-old suspected armed robbery kingpin, terrorizing residents of the border areas of Lagos and Ogun communities, has been arrested. The suspect, Obani Desmond, had severally escaped arrest until Wednesday, July 12, 2023, when the law of retribution caught up with him while attempting to infiltrate into a building at 2, Ayo Ogunbanwo Street, Abule-Iroko in the Ado-Odo Ota Local Government Area. 

Agbado Oke Aro, Ogun State - Agbado Oke Aro High School in Ogun State suffered a devastating collapse during heavy rainfall on the 15th of July Saturday morning. Thankfully, no one was inside the building at the time. Urgent assistance is now being sought from Governor Dapo Abiodun to address the situation.

Aisha Buhari tells Nigerians   First Lady of the country, Aisha Buhari has told Nigerians to accept Bola Tinubu's victory in the 2023 election as the will of God.