Ota Gossip

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 Ogun West APC Senatorial Candidate has commenced consultations with community stakeholders in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area as political activities continue ahead of the 2027 general elections.

The Olota of Ota, His Majesty Professor Adeyemi Obalanlege, has expressed support for a major campaign against drug abuse and substance misuse organised by Praise Baptist Church, Sango-Ota.

  Artist Bolisco has reportedly been robbed at an apartment around the Joke Ayo/Ikola Alagbado axis of Lagos early this morning 

ABEOKUTA, Ogun State — More than 20,000 candidates have participated in screening exercises organised by the Ogun State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology for admission into the state’s flagship secondary schools.

ABEOKUTA, Ogun State — The Ogun State Government has ruled out the reintroduction of the former monthly environmental sanitation exercise, saying it will instead continue with daily sanitation and strengthen waste collection and disposal across the state.

The Ogun State Police Command has impounded six vehicles and cleared shanties, illegal structures and other road obstructions around the Sango-Ota axis as part of its ongoing traffic enforcement operation, tagged Operation No Traffic Gridlock.

IPERU, Ogun State — ValueJet, in partnership with Gateway Air, has announced the commencement of a daily flight service connecting Abuja to Gateway International Airport in Iperu, Ogun State, through Lagos.

Ilaro Muslim Community Announces Burial of Alhaji Hassan Taiwo “Ogogo” 🕊️ Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un — Indeed, we belong to Allah, and to Him we shall return.   The Ilaro Muslim Community has confirmed the burial arrangements for their beloved brother, Alhaji Hassan Taiwo (Ogogo).   Monday, August 24, 2026 Venue: Asade Agunloye Pavilion Ground, Ilaro   Time: 10:00 a.m.   Family, friends, well-wishers, and the public are invited to join in offering prayers and paying their final respects.   The Chief Imam of Ilaro extends heartfelt condolences to the family and prays Allah grants Alhaji Hassan Taiwo eternal rest, while giving his loved ones the strength to bear this loss.   #otagossip

Hon. Abayomi Okikiola Olundegun, the APC candidate for Ota/Ado-Odo-Ota State Constituency I House of Assembly, was seen joining women in his ward in a lively celebration. The mothers expressed their support and encouragement for his political ambition, with the gathering filled with singing, dancing and praises for Senator Solomon Adeola “Yayi”, whom they described as a leader they are ready to support. Olundegun has continued his grassroots engagement across Ota as he seeks to represent the constituency at the Ogun State House of Assembly. #OtaGossip #OkikiolaOlundegun #Ota #AdoOdoOta 

OLOFIN OF ADO-ODO PALACE CLARIFIES LADI ADEBUTU’S VISIT TO OLOTA, SAYS MEETING DID NOT REPRESENT ALL AWORI OBAS The Palace of the Olofin Adimula of Ado-Odo has clarified the recent visit of the PDP Governorship Candidate, Hon. Ladi Adebutu, to the Palace of the Olota of Ota, reportedly in connection with an “Awori Obas Forum.” In a statement signed by Chief Kazeem Akinsola Nasir, Ìríjú Oba of Ado-Odo and Secretary to the Palace, the palace said the gathering should not be interpreted as representing all Awori traditional rulers in Ogun State. The statement noted that while Ota remains an important Awori town, the gathering appeared to involve traditional rulers mainly from the Ota and Igbesa axis. The Palace further stated that there is currently no legally recognised Awori Traditional Council or Awori Council of Obas in Ogun State with statutory authority to speak on behalf of all Awori monarchs across the state. It also emphasised the distinct traditional position of the ...

The Ogun State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, has urged Ministries of Education, examination bodies, schools, and other education stakeholders across Nigeria to embrace technology for faster, more efficient, and credible examination processes. Speaking during the monitoring of the recently concluded WASSCE, the Commissioner revealed that 50% of the objective answer sheets for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and the ongoing Unified Promotion Examination will be marked using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to eliminate human manipulation and improve the integrity of examination results. Arigbabu also noted that Ogun State's continuous adoption of digital innovation under the Ogun State Education Revitalisation Agenda (OGSERA) has contributed to reducing truancy and raising academic standards across schools. He encouraged other states to adopt similar technology-driven approaches to strengthen Nigeria's educa...

The political landscape of Ogun State has taken a definitive turn following the recent adoption of Senator Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi) as the consensus governorship candidate for the All Progressives Congress (APC). With the governorship slot settled, attention has now shifted to the vacuum he leaves behind in the Ogun West Senatorial District. In a major development today, the Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Engineer Noimot Salako-Oyedele, has officially entered the race to succeed Yayi in the Red Chamber. 

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.

Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, has announced that the state have secured a landmark investment of up to $2.5 billion for Africa’s first Disneyland-style resort. While highlighting the state’s rapid economic growth and tourism potential, Abiodun revealed that Ogun’s economy has expanded from N3.5 trillion to N16 trillion over the past six years, ranking it among Nigeria’s fastest-growing economies. In a post via his X handle, the governor credited this growth to strategic investments in infrastructure, basic amenities, and tourism development, noting that Olumo Rock now generates about N20 million weekly following its renovation. The governor further disclosed that MAG Group recently visited Abeokuta and pledged to invest between $1.8 billion and $2.5 billion in hospitality and entertainment projects. The investment plan includes the construction of a Disneyland-style resort, hotels, water parks, and other leisure facilities, marking a major milestone for the state’s tourism sector. ...

Governor Dapo Abiodun has announced the Federal Government’s approval for the establishment of a Court of Appeal in Ogun State.

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.”

FROM THE ISEJA RULING FAMILIES OF MOBALUFON PUBLIC DISCLAIMER AND COUNTER STATEMENT RE: FALSE REPRESENTATION OF MR. JIMOH OSHIN AS MOGUNISEJA OF MOBALUFON The attention of the Iseja Ruling Families of Mobalufon, comprising the Ilumoka, Demuren, and Oludipe houses, has been drawn to recent public claims identifying Mr. Jimoh Oshin as the Moguniseja of Mobalufon. These claims are false. Mr. Jimoh Oshin is not the Moguniseja of Mobalufon, a sacred traditional title to which he holds no legitimate claim. We categorically state that Mr. Jimoh Oshin has neither been nominated, selected, nor approved by any of the Iseja ruling families. His continued self-proclamation constitutes a grave affront to our heritage, customs, and lawful succession protocol. We call on the Ogun State Government, Odogbolu Local Government, the Ijebu Traditional Council, the general public, media outlets, and relevant authorities to refrain from recognizing or according any form of respect to Mr. Jimoh Os...

I extend my sincere congratulations on the Federal Government’s decision to take over Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), the first university of its kind in Nigeria, the second in Africa, and the eighth globally at the time of its founding by our administration. This move by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu underscores the significance of the institution and validates the vision behind its establishment two decades ago.  

In line with our Light Up Ogun State initiative, we hosted Âmbar Energia, a leading energy company from Brazil, to explore investment opportunities in our state’s power sector.