Tag: Ogun State
Ogun State Declares August 20th as Public Holiday for Isese Day Celebration
Abeokuta, Ogun State — The Ogun State Government has officially declared Tuesday, August 20th, as a public holiday in observance of this year’s Isese Day, reaffirming its commitment to religious inclusivity under the administration of Governor Dapo Abiodun. In a statement released by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode…
House Committee Inspects Proposed Kara Market Relocation Site in Ogere
Ogere, Ogun State — The Ogun State House Committee on Agriculture and Environment, accompanied by representatives from the Ministries of Agriculture and Environment, as well as stakeholders from Kara Market, conducted an inspection of the proposed relocation site for the Kara Market in Ogere. The site is intended to house the market, which is currently…
Ibara Regeneration Scheme: Ogun Government Warns Allottees Against Reselling Land
Abeokuta, Nigeria – The Ogun State Government has issued a stern warning to allottees of the Ibara Regeneration Scheme, prohibiting the resale of allocated land. This directive aims to ensure that the purpose of the scheme is not compromised. At a stakeholders’ meeting held on Saturday in Abeokuta, the Commissioner for Housing, Jagunmolu Jamiu Omoniyi,…
Ogun State Set to Register Additional 100,000 Farmers Under OGFIMS
Abeokuta, Nigeria – The Ogun State Government has announced plans to register an additional 100,000 farmers under the Ogun State Farmer Information Management System (OGFIMS), raising the total number of registered farmers to 160,000. Hon. Bolu Owotomo, Commissioner for Agriculture, disclosed this initiative during an OGFIMS workshop focused on the registration exercise for farmers and…
Ogun State Approves Construction of Additional Roads in Ifo LGA
Abeokuta, Nigeria – The Ogun State Executive Council has given the green light for the construction of additional roads in Ifo Local Government Area, as part of ongoing infrastructure development efforts. Engr. Ade Akinsanya, the Commissioner for Works and Infrastructure, announced the approval during a press conference on Thursday, providing updates on various road projects…
Ogun State Receives Distinguished Award for Security Delivery at NEAPS
Abuja, Nigeria – Ogun State has been honored with the Distinguished Award for Security Delivery (State) at the Nigeria Excellence Awards in Public Service (NEAPS). The ceremony took place at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja and was organized by The Best Strategic (TBS) Media in collaboration with the Office of the Secretary to…
Succour As Ogun Govt Set To Begin Massive Roads Rehabilitation, Reconstruction
Motorists and residents of Ogun State can look forward to improved infrastructure as the Prince Dapo Abiodun-led administration embarks on an extensive rehabilitation and reconstruction of numerous roads across the state. Commissioner for Works, Engr. Ade Akinsanya, announced that the rehabilitation efforts will be prioritized based on fund availability and the economic significance of the…
Ogun State Police Command Swift Action on Governor’s Directive: A Reassurance of Resident Safety
In a commendable display of efficiency and dedication, the Ogun State Police Command has successfully executed a daring rescue operation, resulting in the safe return of three Indian nationals and one Nigerian who were kidnapped on June 30 along the Ilisan axis of the Sagamu-Ijebu Ode-Benin Expressway. This resolute action, bolstered by the unwavering support…
Travellers Kidnapped, One Shot on Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode Expressway
A harrowing incident unfolded on Sunday evening along the Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode Expressway as gunmen abducted over 20 travellers and inflicted injuries, leaving one victim hospitalized. The attack occurred between the Sagamu Area Command and Ilisan township, marking another troubling escalation in highway insecurity. Wemmy Osude, Chairman of Ilisan Development Council, confirmed the distressing events to PUNCH…
Hon. Waliu Ifedolapo Owode Facilitates Agricultural Aid for 11 Beneficiaries in Ijebu East
Ijebu-Ode, June 7, 2024 — Hon. Waliu Ifedolapo Owode, the 10th Assembly member of Ogun State representing the Ijebu East State Constituency, has facilitated a significant agricultural aid program benefiting 11 individuals through the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security and the Federal Department of Agricultural Extension Services. The program, held at the Ijebu-Ode…