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As political alignments ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections begin to take shape, indications have emerged that four members of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s cabinet may resign their positions to pursue elective offices in their respective states.Sources within political circles say Adebayo Adelabu, Minister of Power; Muhammad Ali Pate, Minister of Health...

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has approved the appointment of Anthony Okon Placid as the new Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force.Placid, a Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), brings decades of experience in policing, administration, intelligence operations, training, and international peacekeeping assignments.Born on Decem...

The Ogun State Government has intensified plans to begin international passenger services at the Gateway International Airport, with Hajj flights to the Saudi Arabia expected to serve as the starting point for the airport’s international operations.The initiative forms part of the state’s broader strategy to expand aviation infrastructure and stimulate economi...

The government of Ogun State has installed Oba Tajudeen Adeoye Olukunle as the new Onisale of Isale-Gbokoto in Yewa-North Local Government, reaffirming its commitment to grassroots development and traditional leadership as drivers of community progress.The installation ceremony, which elevated Oba Olukunle to a Grade II traditional ruler and member of the Yewa Traditional Council, underscored the state government’...

The Chairman of the Ogun State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu, has reaffirmed his agenc...

In the age of instant global media, the performance of government spokespersons has emerged as a critical determinant of national credibility, communication experts say. Recent high-profile interviews with presidential representatives have highlighted the challenges of effectively conveying policy while managing public perception in real time.Analysts note that the role of a government spokesperson is one of the most demand...

The Ogun State Police Command has announced that the physical and credential screening exercise for the recruitment of General Duty and Specialist Police Constables into the Nigeria Police Force will commence on March 9 and run until April 18, 2026.The Command disclosed that the exercise will begin daily at 7:00 a.m. at the POWA Hall located within the Command Headquarters in Eleweran....

Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has called on Muslims to allow the spiritual lessons of Ramadan to influence their daily lives through compassion, generosity, and service to humanity.The governor made the appeal during a Ramadan Special Iftar organised by the state government with the theme, “An Islamic Path to Societal Re-orientation,” held at the Arcade Ground...

The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Shippers’ Council, Akutah Pius Okeyima, has described the Gateway International Airport as a strategic infrastructure capable of addressing long-standing challenges associated with cargo movement within Nigeria and across the West African sub-region.Dr. Akutah made the remark during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the Council to the Governo...

The Executive Chairman of Epe Local Government Area, Princess Surah Animashaun, has sworn in newly appointed Supervisory Councillors, Special Advisers, and Senior Special Assistants as part of efforts to strengthen governance and accelerate development at the grassroots.The swearing-in ceremony, held at the council headquarters in Ita-Marin, Epe, marked what the chairman described as a significant milestone in her admin...