Ogun APC Chieftain Defects to PDP, Backs Adebutu for Governo
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress from Abeokuta South and Chairman of the Egba Agenda Forum, Chief Mustapha Abdulhakeem, on Thursday, defected to the Peoples Democratic Party alongside his supporters, citing alleged marginalisation of the Egba people by the administration of Governor Dapo Abiodun. Abdulhakeem disclosed this in Abeokuta at an event organised to […]
Ogun PDP Unveils Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo as Deputy Gov Candidate
The Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun State has officially unveiled Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo as its deputy governorship candidate, marking a significant milestone in the party’s preparations for the forthcoming 2027 governorship election. Sowunmi-Kolapo, a former Group Business Editor of The Punch newspapers was unveiled as the running mate to the PDP 2027 governorship candidate, Oladipupo Adebutu, […]
Troops Foil Attempted Kidnap of Expatriates in Ogun, 4 Killed
Troops of the 35 Artillery Brigade, in conjunction with personnel of the Nigerian Police, have foiled a kidnapping attempt targeting Chinese expatriates at Magbon Village in the Mowe axis of Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State. The Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 35 Artillery Brigade, Maj. Idereghi Samuel Akari, disclosed that the incident occurred […]
Iyabo Obasanjo Resigns from APC, Cites Disrespect
A former Ogun Central senator and daughter of ex-President Olusegun Obasanjo, Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo, has resigned from the All Progressives Congress, alleging persistent disrespect, rejection and unfair treatment by the party’s leadership in Ogun State. Obasanjo, who recently contested for the APC governorship ticket in Ogun State, announced her resignation in a letter dated May […]
Ojude Oba Festival 2026: Tradition, Tourism, and Yoruba Heri
The ancient town of Ijebu-Ode in Ogun State pulsed with vibrant energy on May 29, 2026 (the third day after Eid al-Kabir), as the Ojude Oba Festival unfolded in grand style. This annual celebration, which can be loosely translated to mean “the King’s Forecourt,” drew thousands of participants, dignitaries, celebrities, tourists, and cultural enthusiasts. It […]
Ojude Oba Festival 2026: Farooq Oreagba, son steal the show
Businessman and socialite, Farooq Oreagba, once again emerged as one of the major attractions at the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival after making a dramatic horseback entrance at the annual cultural celebration in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. Oreagba, a capital market executive, arrived at the festival in elegant traditional attire complemented by matching accessories, drawing loud cheers […]
Ogun APM Gov Candidate Pledges Inclusive, Transparent Govern
The governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement in Ogun State, Rotimi Babajide, has pledged to run an all-inclusive, transparent and people-driven administration if elected governor of the state in the 2027 elections. Babajide, a town planning expert, said governance must be anchored on broad participation, accountability and shared prosperity. The APM governorship candidate stated […]