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I’m 100% behind Tinubu administration, says Lai Mohammed
Lai Mohammed, former minister of information, says his loyalty to the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Bola Tinubu administration remains intact. Delivering the 15th convocation lecture of Achievers University in Ondo State on Friday, the ex-minister said he deliberately chose to operate behind the scenes after years of being on the frontline of national politics. “I am a very loyal member of the APC. I am 100% behind this administration. But I have played my role on the front line.
Two INEC officials arrested with N2.5m during Ogun by-election - Police
The Ogun police command says two officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and others have been arrested for alleged electoral offences in Iperu Remo. In a statement, Omolola Odutola, police spokesperson in Ogun, said the officials were arrested on Saturday during the federal constituency by-election. Odutola said a police patrol team stopped a Mitsubishi Space Wagon with registration number LAGOS AKD 887 HT in Iperu Remo.
Explosion at Ijebu Ode military barracks triggers security lockdown
An early morning explosion at the Sappers Barracks in Ilese, Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, has prompted swift action from military and local authorities. The blast, which occurred on Thursday at a mini store within the barracks, is believed to have been caused by bombs stored in the military armoury, according to a report by PM news. Eyewitnesses suggest a possible heat buildup in the storage facility, though this has not been officially confirmed.
Ota can take Nigeria into a new era of industrialisation, $trn economy - VP, Olota
The Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, has asserted that the potential of the Ota Industrial Belt in Ogun State, if optimized, can revolutionize the country’s industrialization drive, which will captivate the world. Sharing the same thought, the Olota of Ota, Prof.
Shooting Stars’ assistant coach slumps, dies on training pitch
Akin Olowokere, an assistant coach of Shooting Stars Sports Club, has died on the training pitch. In a statement, the club said the coach “slumped and passed away” during training on Monday morning. Shooting Stars were preparing for their second game of the ongoing 2025 ValueJet Cup, a preseason tournament. The club was billed to take on Abia Warriors by 4 pm at the Remo Stars stadium in Ikenne.
How 50 armed EFCC operatives invaded our premises, fired shots, threatened to kill - Obasanjo library
The management of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) in Ogun State has accused operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of staging a violent invasion of its premises in the early hours of Saturday. The EFCC had confirmed that it raided a hotel in Abeokuta, the state capital, and arrested 93 suspected internet fraudsters. The agency did not disclose the name and location of the hotel.
EFCC raids hotel in Obasanjo library, arrests ‘internet fraudsters’
Ninety-three suspected internet fraudsters have been arrested following a raid by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on a hotel nestled within the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library complex in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The operatives of the Lagos zonal directorate 2 launched the operation early Sunday morning, confiscating 18 vehicles, mobile phones, and other valuables from the alleged cyber scammers.
APC sweeps Lagos LG elections as LASIEC declares polls peaceful, credible
The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has declared the July 12, 2025, local government and local council development area elections as peaceful, credible, and largely free of disruptions. Speaking at a press conference on Sunday, LASIEC Chairman, Hon. Justice Mobolanle Abidemi Okikiolu-Ighile, praised Lagos residents for their maturity and peaceful conduct during the polls, describing it as a strong affirmation of grassroots democracy.
Why we pulled out from Lagos LG poll - NNPP
The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) says it is not fielding any candidates in Saturday’s local government council election in Lagos due to “internal wrangling” in the party. Voting is currently underway to elect local government chairpersons and councillors across 20 LGA and 37 LCDAs of the state.
Abiodun appoints 40 aides, liaison officers across Ogun LGAs
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has appointed an additional 11 Senior Special Assistants, one Special Assistant, and 27 liaison officers selected across the 20 Local Governments. This was made known in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Tokunbo Talabi, on Monday in Abeokuta, the state capital. The statement disclosed that “The Senior Special Assistants and the Special Assistant are Ayo Somide, Laide Okunola, Sulaimon Oduwole, Adewale Adesina, Hon.
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has said no amount of insults will provoke him. Adeboye disclosed this during his sermon at the July Holy Ghost service, held on Friday evening at the Redemption City of God, Mowe area of Ogun State. Speaking during the service, the cleric said he had been the target of numerous verbal attacks, maintaining that no amount of criticism would push him to anger.
Rotary International assembles KSA, Shuga Band for Akinyele’s royal installation as District Governor
The King of Juju music, Otunba Sunday Ishola Adeniyi Adegeye, better known as King Sunny Ade (KSA) and Nigeria’s most prestigious rave of the moment in entertainment circles, Shuga Band, are billed to thrill Rotarians and non-Rotarians at the Royal Installation of Rotarian (Prince) Henry Olubowale Akinyele as the District Governor of Rotary International District 9111.
Political landscape shifts in Ogun as opposition PDP, APM leaders align with APC
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has welcomed key members of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Allied Peoples Movement (APM) to his office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, in a notable political shift in the state. The delegation, led by Dr. Sikirulai Ogundele, a former chairman of the PDP in the state and Hon.
Multi-million dollar food company set to berth in Ogun
A Qatari-based dairy industry, Baladna, is set to establish a multi-million-dollar food factory in Ogun State. Baladna is an agricultural company that raises livestock and produces dairy products. It is Qatar’s largest locally owned food and dairy producer that supplies over 95 percent of the country’s fresh dairy products.
Yayi dissociates self from media attacks, cautions supporters
The senator representing Ogun West, Solomon Adeola Olamilekan Yayi, an Ogun State governorship hopeful and member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has expressed concern over recent media attacks on political officeholders in Ogun State. The attacks were said to have been carried out by some of his supposed supporters, allegedly acting in his defense, saying that all such regrettable actions should stop immediately.
Demolition: Deeper Life insists on just resolution as church meets with Surulere LG authorities
The representatives of the Deeper Life Bible Church have insisted on just reconciliation following a prolonged dispute over the controversial demolition of one of the church’s buildings, despite an existing court injunction. This stand was made known after a reconciliatory meeting between the representatives of the church and officials of the Surulere Local Government Council held at the LG’s chairman’s office at the secretariat.
Backlash as OOU campus enforces ‘no bra, no exam’ policy
The management of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Ago-Iwoye in Ogun State, has triggered a wave of reaction over its newly enforced “no bra, no exam” policy. In a now-viral video on X, school officials are seen assessing some female students, purportedly from OOU, during their ongoing examination The female students stood in line and were frisked by school officials to determine whether they wore underwear.
The former Permanent Secretary in Lagos State and Chairman of the DSE Foundation, Tunde Fanimokun, has identified seven major challenges inhibiting the advancement of Nigeria as a nation and as the greatest secret of the world solution.
Oniru affirms commitment to development of kingdom as he marks 5 year on throne
The Oniru of Iruland, Oba Abdulwasiu Omogbolahan Lawal, has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to the continued development of Iruland while preserving the kingdom’s rich cultural heritage and time-honored traditions. He spoke at a ceremony where dignitaries, traditional leaders, and members of the public gathered to celebrate his 5th coronation anniversary.
Authoritarian reversal still hanging over Nigeria despite transition to democratic rule - Jega
Former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Attahiru Jega, has decried that after years of Nigeria’s transition to democratic rule, authoritarian reversal is still hanging over the country. Jega stated this while presenting a paper titled ‘Required Reforms for Stronger Democratic Institutions in Nigeria’ at the Platform Nigeria: June 12, 2025 Edition, organized by The Covenant Nation Global, Lagos.
Embrace politics for nat’l transformation, Osinbajo urges Nigerian youths
Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, the immediate past Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, has reechoed the urgent need for a new generation of well-prepared and principled leaders to redefine politics in the country. Prof. Osinbajo made this clarion call on Saturday while speaking at the 2nd Annual Daniel Taiwo Odukoya Memorial Lecture, held at The Fountain of Life Church in Lagos.
I clearly won 1999 election against Olusegun Obasanjo - Falae
Former Minister of Finance and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Samuel Oluyemi Falae, has claimed that he won the 1999 presidential election. He also alleged that former President OlusegunObasanjo was coerced by the military into running for office to protect their interests.
Rule of law would have made MKO Abiola president – Fashola | New Mail Nigeria
Former Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Fashola, has emphasised the centrality of the rule of law in Nigeria’s democratic journey, stating that the late Chief MKO Abiola would have become president if due process had been upheld during the June 12, 1993, presidential election. Fashola made the remarks on Thursday while speaking as a guest at the June 12 edition of The Platform, an event hosted by Covenant Nation in Lagos.
Tinubu’s ‘audacious’ reforms rescued Nigeria’s economy from tipping point - Soludo
Anambra State Governor, Charles Soludo, has said that President Bola Tinubu’s “audacious” structural reforms prevented Nigeria’s economy from total collapse. Speaking at The Platform, a special Democracy Day edition organised by The Covenant Nation in the Iganmu area of Lagos State on Thursday, the former Central Bank governor lauded the administration’s bold economic decisions, which he said have stabilised a dangerously deteriorating economy.
God told me if I leave RCCG, my firstborn will die - Pastor Adeboye
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has revealed that God warned him that his firstborn would die if he leaves the RCCG. Adeboye disclosed this during the June edition of the Holy Ghost Service, themed “Destined for Greatness (Part 2),” on the midnight of Saturday, June 7, at the Redemption City of God, Ogun State.
Nigeria is highest exporter of cement in Africa - Dangote
Aliko Dangote, president of the Dangote Group, says Nigeria has reversed its status as one of the world’s largest importers of cement and now exports more than any other country in Africa. Dangote spoke on Wednesday at the Gates Foundation’s Goalkeepers event held in Lagos. He said the West African nation has made significant strides in reversing its dependence on imports in key sectors such as cement, fertiliser, and petroleum products, adding that the same success can be achieved in healthcare.
Federal Mortgage Bank lauds Gov. Abiodun for offsetting NHF deduction arrears of Ogun workers
The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) has commended the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for remitting all the National Housing Fund (NHF) deduction arrears of the workers in the state. The Executive Director, Finance and Corporate Services, FMBN, Ibidapo Odojukan, made the commendation when he led the management team of the bank on a courtesy visit to the office of the Head of Service, as part of its zonal meetings in the South West.
Ogun athletes protest over allowances, ground activities at Gateway games
Athletes from Ogun State in the early hours of Wednesday blocked the main entrance of Babcock University, the venue of the camp for all the athletes at the 2024 Gateway Games over unpaid allowance for the ongoing games. The Nation reports that the athletes since 5.00am blocked the main gate of the camp, preventing vehicular movement, leaving many states stranded. It was gathered athletes from other states who also feel ill-treated are secretly supporting the protest by their Ogun counterparts.
Abiodun donates facility for takeoff of new Federal University of Medical Sciences, Abeokuta
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has donated the state model college at Onijaganjagan, near Abeokuta, for the takeoff of the new Federal University of Medicine and Medical Sciences (FUMMSA), Abeokuta. The governor made the announcement at the official commissioning of capital projects at the Federal Medical Center (FMC), Abeokuta, on Saturday.
Buhari declared me wanted, Tinubu hasn’t reversed it, Igboho tells Naja’atu
Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, the Yoruba nation activist, on Wednesday chided a former director in President Bola Tinubu’s Presidential Campaign Council (PCC), Hajia Naja’atu Mohammed, for reportedly saying he (Igboho) is enjoying freedom of movement despite being on the wanted list of the Federal Government.
Osimhen, Lookman missing as Chelle names 10 home-based players for Unity Cup
Eric Chelle has included 10 home-based players in the 25-man Super Eagles squad for the 2025 Unity Cup in London, UK. The Franco-Malian head coach invited Ahmed Musa of Kano Pillars alongside nine other players from the core of the Super Eagles B team that qualified for the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN).
Lagos Govt shuts down Cubana Chief Priest’s restaurant
The Lagos State Government has sealed off DONALD Restaurant, owned by popular nightlife entrepreneur, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest, for environmental violations. The restaurant, located in the Lekki area of Lagos, was shut down after two of its staff were caught dumping refuse by the roadside. The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Muyiwa Gbadegesin, disclosed this on his X handle.
Vatican visit shouldn’t be politicised – Peter Obi | New Mail Nigeria
Labour Party’s presidential candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has returned from a trip to the Vatican, emphasising that his participation in the inauguration ceremony of Pope Leo XIV should not be misconstrued as political. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Obi clarified that the visit was spiritual and aligned with his tradition of attending significant global events.
Abiodun promises N2.5m cash reward for Ogun athletes' Gold Medal winners
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has promised a reward of N2.5 million for each gold medal won by the state’s athletes at the National Sports Festival kicking off on Sunday in the state. The governor also promised the sums of N1.5 million and N1 million, respectively, for each silver and bronze medal won at the competition. Governor Abiodun made the promise when he visited the Athletics Camp at Babcock University, Ilisan-Remo, Ikenne Local Government Area of the state.
Gabon’s ousted president freed after two years in detention
The former Gabon president, Bongo Ondimba, who was ousted from power in the 2023 military coup, has been released after spending 20 months in detention. The president, his wife Sylvia and son Noureddin were freed by coup leaders earlier in the week and have left the country for Angola. Their release came after Angolan President João Lourenço, who currently chairs the African Union, visited the country for talks with Gabonese leader Brice Ngueme.
Abiodun charges financial institutions on corporate social responsibility
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has called on corporate organisations operating in the state to collaborate with his administration in making life comfortable for the people. Abiodun, who made the call on Friday when he commissioned the Abeokuta branch of Premium Trust Bank at Oke-Ilewo, stated that their relevance would not only be defined in profit-making but in the impact they make through Social Corporate Responsibility (CSR).
NELFUND may expand student loans to private schools – MD | New Mail Nigeria
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Akintunde Sawyerr, has hinted that the student loan programme might be expanded to private tertiary institutions in Nigeria in three years. Sawyerr stated this during a strategic engagement and sensitisation campaign with heads of institutions and other stakeholders in Enugu on Thursday.
It was jubilation galore in Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State following the donation of multi-million-naira electrical materials by Dangote Cement, Ibese plant, to end over 3 years’ total blackout and get 21 communities affected by a prolonged power outage reconnected.
If I open my mouth on campaign funds, Obi and Otti will be like smelly eggs - Abure
Julius Abure, factional national chairman of the Labour Party (LP), has challenged Peter Obi and Alex Otti to name party members who received funds for the 2023 election. Abure spoke on Monday, during a stakeholders’ meeting at the party’s national secretariat in Utako, Abuja. The meeting was convened by Joshua Chinedu Obika, a member representing AMAC/Bwari federal constituency of Abuja.
$50m beverages company to berth in Ogun
Mamuda Group Nigeria Limited is set to invest $50 million in Ogun State through one of its subsidiaries, Mamuda Beverages. Mamuda is involved in food, beverages, care, and agro-processing. The chairman of the group, Hassan Hammoud, made this known when he led high-ranking officials of the company to meet the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, on Tuesday. He disclosed that the governor would lay the first foundation stone for Mamuda Beverages next month.
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles beat Senegal, soar into U-20 AFCON semi-final
The Flying Eagles have advanced to the semi-final of the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), beating defending champions Senegal 3-1 on penalties. Monday’s match ended barren in normal and extra-time, pushing the match to the spotkicks, where Nigeria emerged 3-1 winners. That victory earned Nigeria a spot in the U-20 World Cup, billed for Chile later in the year. Coach Aliyu Zubair’s boys could not break the Young Lions of Teranga’s defence in a feisty game at the Suez Canal Stadium in Egypt.
Lagos APC sets up appeal panel over LG primary election disputes
The Lagos chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has constituted an appeal panel to address complaints arising from the LGA primary elections conducted on Saturday. The APC had on Saturday conducted chairmanship and councillorship primaries to elect candidates for the 12 July LG polls in the state. Fifty-five chairmanship candidates were elected during the primary elections — two short of the expected 57.
Five Lagos council chairmen lose re-election ticket bid in APC primary
The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) council election primary, held on Saturday, was chacterised by intrigues, suspense and confusion, with no fewer than five incumbent council chairmen unable to secure their second-term ticket during the exercise held across the 57 local governments and Local Council Development Areas (LCDA). The council chairmen lost their re-election bid to former lawmakers and young party members who were contesting for the seat for the first time.
Judge gives EFCC, Otudeko five weeks to settle ‘N30bn fraud’ case out of court
A federal high court in Lagos has adjourned the arraignment of Oba Otudeko, chairman of Honeywell Group, to June 11, over an alleged fraud. The leading judge, Chukwujekwu Aneke, postponed the case on Thursday to allow room for a possible out-of-court settlement between parties or, alternatively, for arraignment proceedings to commence.
Abiodun commissions Nigeria’s first rapid diagnostic test production facility in Ogun
The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commissioned Nigeria’s first large-scale rapid diagnostic test (IVD) production facility and the second of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa. The company, CODIX BIO Limited, an In-vitro Diagnostic (IVD) factory, is located along the Sagamu expressway, with a scope of production that concentrates on manufacturing test kits for HIV, Malaria, and hepatitis B and C.
Ogun renames Abeokuta Stadium MKO Abiola Sports Complex
The Ogun State government has renamed the newly refurbished MKO Abiola Stadium, Abeokuta, as MKO Abiola Sports Complex following the addition of new facilities in the structure ahead of the 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF). The stadium previously had only a football pitch and an athletics track, but it now boasts a 50-metre Olympic-size swimming pool, basketball, tennis, and handball courts, a new digital scoreboard, a tartan track, as well as a hybrid football turf.
Pharmaceutical company for diabetes, hypertension treatment set to launch in Ogun weekend
A pharmaceutical company that specializes in the production of medication kits used for the treatment of diabetes, hypertension, and heart-related diseases is set for commissioning in Ogun State this weekend. The chief executive officer of Codix Bio Pharmaceutical Company, Sammy Ogunjimi, who disclosed this during a courtesy call on Governor Dapo Abiodun in his office at Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, said that the factory is located along the Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode Expressway.
NCAA sanctions Kenya Airways for violating consumer protection law, demands passengers’ compensation
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) says it has sanctioned Kenya Airways over the violation of consumer protection law, issuing a seven-day ultimatum for the airline to pay refunds and compensate affected passengers. In February, a video shared by Tunde Moshood, special adviser to the minister of aviation, showed a verbal confrontation between Kenya Airways staff and a Nigerian passenger, Gloria Omisore, at the transfer desk.
DSS delists Lanre Arogundade after 40 years on watchlist
The Nigerian chapter of the International Press Institute, IPI, on Tuesday confirmed that the name of the Executive Director of the International Press Centre, IPC, Lanre Arogundade, has been officially removed from the watchlist of the Department of State Services, DSS, marking the end of a decade-long ordeal.
Ahmed Musa set to return to Super Eagles ahead of Ghana clash in London
Veteran forward Ahmed Musa will lead the Super Eagles of Nigeria as captain at the upcoming Unity Cup tournament in London, the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Kano Pillars has confirmed. The four-nation competition, scheduled to take place from May 26 to 31, 2025, at Brentford’s Gtech Community Stadium, will feature Nigeria, Ghana, Jamaica, and Trinidad & Tobago.
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