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Operatives of the Ogun State Community, Social Orientation and Safety Corps (So-Safe Corps) have arrested three suspects allegedly involved in the theft and illegal purchase of diesel meant for a road construction project along Sokoto Road, Idogo, in Ilaro, Yewa South Local Government Area. According to the Corps, the operation followed weeks of intelligence gathering and surveillance after reports emerged that diesel allocated for the road project was being diverted and sold to a criminal network. Acting on credible intelligence, officers laid an ambush and intercepted the suspects after a dramatic chase. Their vehicle reportedly suffered a tyre burst while attempting to escape, leading to their arrest. Suspects Arrested:  1. Gbolahan Ayobami (27) – Grader operato 2. Adedamola Ayomide (29) – Driver 3. Ajibose Ayobami (20) – Loader The suspects allegedly confessed to carrying out the illegal operation several times within the past month. The Items Recovered: One Mazda v...

Ogun State has officially taken a major step into Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) commencing drilling activities at the Eba Oil Well in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area. The landmark project, approved by the Federal Government, marks the beginning of what could become a new era of economic growth and industrial development for the state. According to authorities, preparations are already underway for commercial oil production, with the project expected to create employment opportunities, attract investors, and stimulate economic activities across coastal communities in Ogun State. Governor Dapo Abiodun described the development as a significant achievement, noting that it aligns with efforts to expand the state's economic base and unlock new opportunities for residents. Officials also emphasized that security, environmental sustainability, and active engagement with host communities will remain top priori...

The Ado-Odo/Ota Legislative Council has called on the Executive Chairman of the Local Government to take urgent steps in addressing key challenges affecting residents, including environmental sanitation, security, road safety, and boundary disputes. During a legislative session held at the Council Chamber, councillors stressed the need for cleaner communities through improved waste management and environmental policies, while also urging stronger collaboration with security agencies to enhance the safety of lives and property across the local government. The lawmakers expressed concern over the rising number of motorcycle-related accidents and called for the installation of speed bumps and other traffic-calming measures on major roads. They also raised concerns over recurring boundary disputes involving neighbouring local governments and Lagos border communities, warning against issues such as double taxation and jurisdictional conflicts. Responding to the concerns, the Exe...

In a major development ahead of the 2027 Ogun Governorship Election, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as YAYI, has officially presented his running mate, Mrs. Kudirat Abiodun Adegunwa-Balogun, to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, in Abuja. The high-profile meeting was attended by APC national leaders Chief Bisi Akande and Aremo Olusegun Osoba, alongside Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON.  Also present were Senator Adeola’s wife, Mrs. Temitope Adeola, and Hon. Abdul Razak Balogun, husband of the deputy governorship candidate. President Tinubu received the Ogun APC governorship ticket and offered his blessings and counsel, emphasizing unity and continuity within the party. Senator Adeola described the occasion as a “significant milestone” in the APC’s mission to consolidate developmental strides in Ogun State.  He expressed gratitude for President Tinubu’s fatherly support and reaffirmed his commitment to building a prosperous, inclusive...

The Ogun State Police Command has recorded another major breakthrough in the fight against kidnapping, successfully rescuing a victim who was abducted on June 11 at Ogbe Village. According to police authorities, the victim regained freedom unharmed on June 18 following a coordinated operation by the Command's Anti-Kidnapping Unit. During the operation, two suspected kidnappers were neutralised after reportedly engaging security operatives in a gun battle. Items recovered from the suspects include: 🔫 A single-barrel gun.  A mobile phone ₦2.2 million suspected to be proceeds of crime Other exhibits linked to the gang Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the operatives for their bravery and professionalism, reaffirming the Command's commitment to making Ogun State unsafe for criminals. Residents have been urged to remain vigilant and continue providing useful information to security agencies to strengthen the fight against crime. #OtaGossip #OgunPolice #...

The commissioning of 53 newly completed infrastructure projects has commenced in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area, with seven major projects officially opened for public use. The projects include:  1. 12-Classroom Block with Borehole at Oke-Ore Grammar School, Ado-Odo 2. Newly Constructed Gasline Road, Ijoko 3. Newly Constructed Temidire Road, Sango-Ota 4. Oke-Ore Section 2 Road 5. Primary Health Care Centre, Atan 6. Primary Health Care Centre, Sango-Ota 7. Ultra-Modern Market, Agbara The projects were commissioned by traditional rulers, community leaders, and political stakeholders on behalf of Senator Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi). Residents have described the projects as significant improvements expected to boost education, healthcare, transportation, and economic activities across the local government area. #OtaGossip  #AdoOdoOta #OgunState

Meet the APC's Deputy Governorship Candidate for Ogun State 2027 Mrs Kudirat Abiodun Adegunwa-Balogun is a Nigerian finance executive, corporate administrator, and chartered accountant with more than 25 years of experience in finance, accounting, and corporate management. She currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Rite Foods Limited and is also a member of the company's Board of Directors.