President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Wednesday at the State House, charged the Acting Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, to restore peace and strengthen security nationwide. President Tinubu issued this directive at the decoration of Disu as the Acting Inspector-General of Police, following the retirement of Kayode Egbetokun and pending the Nigeria Police Council’s ratification of the appointment and the Senate’s confirmation. The council will meet next week. “I made this decision for you to assume this responsibility. I know your record. I saw the dedication you exhibited while you were in Lagos when I was governor,” the President said. President…
Author: Fashina Olugbenga
As Senator Olalekan Mustapha marks his 66th year birthday today, the Ogun West Professionals for YAYI is delighted to celebrate and rejoice with this iconic political and social leader on this special occasion. Senator Mustapha, is undoubtedly an illustrious son of Ogun State whose personality commands pride, respect and value within and outside the State. As the Asiwaju of Ijebu-Igbo and Aare Musulumi of Ogun State, he has made highly remarkable and indelible contributions to community service and the promotion of peace, love and religious harmony in Ogun State. He remains one of the highly respected pillars and promoters of…
His Royal Highness, Oba Adio Maroof Alagbe, the revered Elegushi of Egushi Ota Awori Kingdom, graciously hosted the NASFAT Muslim Society of Nigeria, Egushi Ota Branch, for a spiritually uplifting Ramadan Lecture at the historic Elegushi Ota Palace.The sacred gathering, held within the serene ambience of the royal court, reflected the monarch’s unwavering commitment to faith, unity, and community development. It was a moment of reflection, enlightenment, and renewed devotion, as scholars and faithful gathered to draw closer to Almighty Allah during the blessed month of Ramadan.By opening the palace doors to this noble cause, Kabiyesi once again demonstrated exemplary…
When the history of modern policing in Nigeria is written, one name will echo with commanding respect — Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun.As he bows out of office as the Inspector-General of Police, he does not leave as just another public servant completing tenure. He leaves as a symbol of discipline, resilience, and unwavering loyalty to the Federal Republic of Nigeria.From the first day he took the mantle of leadership, the weight of a nation’s security rested squarely on his shoulders. In times of uncertainty, he stood firm. In moments of national tension, he remained composed. In the face of evolving security…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has accepted the resignation of the Inspector-General of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, following the submission of his letter citing pressing family considerations. President Tinubu received Mr Egbetokun’s resignation earlier today and expressed his profound appreciation for Egbetokun’s decades of distinguished service to the Nigeria Police Force and the nation. The President acknowledged his dedication, professionalism, and steadfast commitment to strengthening internal security architecture during his tenure. Appointed in June 2023, Egbetokun was serving a four-year term scheduled to conclude in June 2027, in line with the amended provisions of the Police Act. In view of…
*2025/2026 YAYI SCHOLARSHIP AND BURSARY AWARD – CALL FOR APPLICATION* 24TH FEBRUARY 20 The general public is hereby notified that the Distinguished Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola Yayi FCA, CON, representing the Ogun West Senatorial District, Ogun state, has authorized the opening of the 2025/2026 Scholarship and Bursary Award registration, set to commence on Monday, 2nd March 2026 The registration portal will open on the 2nd March, run for three weeks and it will close at 12 midnight on Monday 23rd March 2026 All suitably qualified candidates are enjoined to carefully study the criteria for qualifications and selection and follow the…
In what is widely regarded as a defining royal intervention in the political evolution of Ogun West, Oba Kehinde Gbadewole Olugbenle, the Olu Ilaro, Paramount Ruler of Yewaland and Chairman of the Ogun State Council of Obas, on Friday, 20th February 2026, led a high-powered delegation of Yewa Obas to a strategic engagement with the Awori Obas Forum.The high-level meeting, held at the Palace of the Olota of Ota and hosted by Oba Abdulkadir Adeyemi Obalanlege, focused squarely on deliberations surrounding the 2027 governorship election and the broader Ogun West Agenda.A Strategic Consolidation of UnityThe closed-door engagement was a follow-up…
In a remarkable display of royal generosity and commitment to educational advancement, His Royal Majesty, Oba Itu Olasunkanmi Yusuf (Ilemobade), the Onigboko of Igboko Kingdom, has pledged to donate a state-of-the-art tennis court to the Ogun State Institute of Technology (OGITECH), Igbesa. The revered monarch made this announcement on Friday, 20th February 2026, during an official visit to the institution, where he personally inspected the designated project site. The initiative, according to Oba Yusuf, is driven by his passion to see the Polytechnic flourish not only academically but also in sports and social development—creating a balanced and enriching campus environment…
What was meant to be a routine and peaceful visit by leaders of the party in the Ado Odo -Ota local government turned chaotic on arrival at the Local Government Secretariat, as violence reportedly broke out in shocking circumstances.According to eyewitness accounts, a delegation of party leadership figures — including Hon. Segun Ojuko, Party Local Government Chairman JJ Akeran, Hon. Sherif Ibeman, Hon. Muse, High Chief Olanrewaju Bashorun (popularly known as LarryBash), alongside several supporters had gathered to formally seek audience with the Local Government Chairman on issues arising from the recently conducted congress.Sources present at the scene said the…
What was meant to be a routine and peaceful visit by leaders of the party in the local government turned chaotic on arrival at the Local Government Secretariat, as violence reportedly broke out in shocking circumstances. According to eyewitness accounts, a delegation of party leadership figures; Hon. Segun Ojolowo Ojuko, Party Local Government Chairman JJ Akeran, Hon. Sherif Ibeman, Hon. Muse, High Chief Olanrewaju Bashorun (popularly known as LarryBash), alongside several supporters had gathered to formally seek audience with the Local Government Chairman on issues arising from the recently conducted congress. Sources present at the scene said the group arrived…