The prestigious Yoruba Tennis Club, Nigeria’s foremost indigenous social club, on Thursday rolled out the red carpet for His Majesty, Professor Adeyemi Obalanlege, Ph.D. (Lanlege Ekun II, Arole Iganmode, Olofin Apesin Olode), the Olota of the Ancient and Paramount Ottaland, Awori Kingdom, during a grand reception attended by eminent personalities, traditional rulers and distinguished guests.The colourful event, held at the historic Yoruba Tennis Club in Onikan, Lagos, reflected the club’s enduring tradition of celebrating excellence, culture and leadership. The century-old institution has long served as a meeting point for prominent Nigerians in governance, business, academia and traditional institutions.The Olota arrived…
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The Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, on Tuesday, 7 July 2026, paid a courtesy visit to the Acting Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Ilaro, Dr. Mukail Akinde (,FCA, FCTI) at the Board Room of the institution. During the visit, the Commissioner of Police commended the university management for its continuous support to the Nigeria Police Force, particularly the donation of a newly constructed police building to strengthen security within and around the university community. He noted that the gesture would contribute significantly to addressing the security challenges currently facing the nation and appreciated the institution’s commitment…
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, wishes to state unequivocally that the body known as the League of Yewa-Awori Media Practitioners (LOYAMP) is not a recognized organ, chapel, affiliate or professional association under the Council. For the avoidance of doubt, no group bearing the name “League of Yewa-Awori Media Practitioners (LOYAMP)” exists within the constitutional structure of the Nigeria Union of Journalists in Ogun State. Consequently, it has no authority or mandate to present itself as speaking for media practitioners or journalists in the state. The Council further clarifies that the only duly recognized NUJ chapel serving…
In a colourful traditional ceremony that reaffirmed the rich cultural heritage and enduring chieftaincy institution of the Awori Kingdom, the Olota of the Ancient and Paramount Ottaland, His Royal Majesty, Oba (Prof.) Abdulkabir Adeyemi Obalanlege, on Saturday installed Chief Saheed Ekundayo Ogungbayi as the Olori Otun Ota.The installation ceremony, held at the historic Olota Palace, Okede Square, Ota, attracted traditional rulers, high chiefs, community leaders, family members, political figures and well-wishers from within and outside Ogun State.Chief Saheed Ekundayo Ogungbayi, who hails from the Kupoluyi Ogungbayi Ajayi Descendants House of Ago Tigbo Otun Quarters, Ota, was formally presented to the…
The Olota of the Ancient and Paramount Ottaland, Awori Kingdom, His Majesty, Professor Adeyemi Obalanlege, Ph.D. (Lanlege EKUN II, Arole Iganmode, Olofin Apesin Olode), has approved the appointment of Alhaji Saheed Ekundayo Ogungbayi as the new Olori Otun Otta.The appointment was announced in a statement issued by the Principal Secretary to His Majesty, Prince Adeyemi Sulaimon Olusesi. According to the statement, the approval follows the nomination of Ogungbayi to fill the vacant traditional title in line with the customs and traditions of the Ancient Ottaland.The statement recalled that the position of Olori Otun Otta became vacant following the passing of…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Ogun State and Senator representing Ogun West Senatorial District, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (CON), popularly known as Yayi, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, continued his statewide political consultation and reconciliation tour with a strategic meeting of party leaders, chieftains and stakeholders in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area, reaffirming his commitment to an inclusive and united APC ahead of the 2027 general elections.The gathering, held under the theme “Consultation, Consolidation and Conciliation,” formed part of Senator Adeola’s grassroots engagement strategy designed to strengthen internal cohesion, promote reconciliation among party faithful and consolidate support for…
A former aspirant for the Yewa South/Ipokia Federal Constituency seat on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Hon. Fayomi Ajibola Abraham, popularly known as Fayab, has congratulated the party’s nine House of Representatives candidates across the three senatorial districts of Ogun State following the submission of their Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) EC9 nomination forms.Fayab described the successful submission of the nomination forms as a major boost for the APC’s preparations ahead of the forthcoming general election, saying it reflects the party’s unity, organisation, and readiness to seek another electoral mandate from the people of Ogun State.Speaking after…
Abeokuta,Ogun State Senior Special Assistant to the Ogun State Governor, Hon. Kareem Tolani Oyindamola, popularly known as KTO, has congratulated the nine All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates for the House of Representatives across the three senatorial districts of Ogun State on the successful submission of their Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) EC9 nomination forms.Describing the development as another major milestone for the APC ahead of the forthcoming general election, KTO said the successful completion of the nomination process further demonstrates the party’s readiness and determination to retain its dominance in Ogun State.In a statement issued after the nine candidates paid…
Widows Empowerment Programme has been widely celebrated as one of the most impactful humanitarian interventions in Ogun State, reaffirming the commitment of the CHADASH Empowerment Foundation to restoring hope, promoting self-reliance and improving the economic wellbeing of widows. Held at the Ake Palace Ground, Abeokuta, as part of activities marking the 2026 International Widows Day, the programme brought together over 3,000 widows drawn from the 20 Local Government Areas of Ogun State, who benefited from one of the largest widow empowerment initiatives ever organised in the state. The empowerment programme, spearheaded by Chief (Mrs.) Temitope Adeola through the CHADASH Empowerment…
The ancient kingdom of Ipokia in Ogun State has been thrown into mourning following the death of the Onipokia of Ipokia Kingdom, Oba Yisa Sola Adeniyi Olaniyan (Orijajoogun I), who reportedly passed away in the United States after a brief illness. Although official details surrounding his passing were still emerging as of press time, palace sources and associates confirmed that the first-class traditional ruler died in America on Saturday after battling a brief illness. His death marks the end of a reign that was widely associated with cultural revival, community development, and strong engagement with the Nigerian diaspora. Oba Olaniyan…