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Ogun At 50: Abiodun Pledges Fairness, Equitable Development Across State

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Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has reaffirmed his commitment to governing with fairness, justice and inclusiveness, assuring residents that development will continue to reach every part of the state. The governor gave the assurance on Tuesday during the State Banquet held at the Arcade Ground, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, as part of activities marking Ogun State’s 50th anniversary. Tracing the state’s journey since its creation on February 3, 1976, Abiodun said Ogun has grown steadily into Nigeria’s industrial capital, driven by consistent investments and strategic planning. He explained that his administration has prioritised human capital development, education, housing, road infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture and sports, leading to what he described as unprecedented progress across sectors. “I am grateful for the opportunity to serve the good people of Ogun State. I assure you that every promise I made will be fulfilled, and I will continue to govern with ...
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Polaris Bank Marks World Cancer Day With Free Breast Cancer Screening For 100 Women Nationwide

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In commemoration of World Cancer Day, slated for February 4, 2026, Polaris Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to community health and social   impact   with   the   launch   of   a   nationwide   free   breast   cancer   screening   initiative   in partnership with its NGO partner, Care Organization and Public Enlightenment (C.O.P.E).  The initiative is designed to promote awareness, screening, early detection, and preventive care, reinforcing   the   Bank’s   belief   that   access   to   health   services   is   a   critical   foundation   for individual and economic wellbeing. As   part   of   this   year’s   World   Cancer   Day   activities,...
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Primate Ayodele To Establish School Of Communication, Partners FUOYE

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The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has concluded plans to establish a school of Communication in Lagos state, in partnership with the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti. The groundbreaking event, which is to be held on Thursday, 5th of February 2026, will be attended by very important personalities, academicians, officials of the Nigerian University Commission, FUOYE’s officials, to mention a few. According to information available at our disposal, FUOYE will be offering a distance learning programme in the school for communication students and when it's finished, will issue a globally-recognised certificate, confirming the credibility of the institution. Speaking on the reason behind the initiative, Primate Ayodele stated that he has always loved communications as a course of study, and he has always wanted to impact people in such a way that will be of benefit to them. He made it known that he once studied mass communication at a prestigious insti...
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Osun LG Funds’ Hijack A Criminal Assault On Democracy — MCE Warns Of Possible Citizens’ Self-help

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The Movement for Credible Elections (MCE) has expressed shock, outrage, and deep alarm over what it described as the latest twist in the Osun State Local Government (LG) crisis, labelling the development a brazen and criminal assault on democracy, the rule of law, and the rights of hardworking citizens. In a press statement signed by its Media Coordinator, Comrade James Ezema, the group alleged that court-sacked All Progressives Congress (APC) local government chairmen in Osun State, in collusion with a former Governor of the state who is now a Minister, as well as the United Bank for Africa (UBA), had illegally hijacked funds released by the Federal Government for the state’s local governments.  According to the Movement, the funds were diverted to unelected politicians and party cronies. Speaking on behalf of the Movement, the head of its National Secretariat, Veteran Olawale Okunniyi, described the alleged act as an "audacious violation of Osun State law", noting that the ...
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Fidelity Bank Improves Access To Quality Education in Anambra

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Leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing quality education and youth empowerment with the renovation of an administrative building to Community Secondary School, Enugwuabo Ufuma, in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State. The one-storey administrative block was comprehensively renovated as part of Fidelity Bank’s interventions to address infrastructural challenges faced by the school. The renovated facility was then formally handed over to the school community at a ceremony attended by government officials, community leaders, and other stakeholders. Speaking at the official handover ceremony, the Regional Bank Head, Fidelity Bank Plc Awka, Dr. Nosa Orumwense, said the project underscores the bank’s long-standing commitment to investing in education as a catalyst for sustainable development. “For us at Fidelity Bank, this project represents more than a building. It represents opportunity, progress, and a shared commitment t...
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Ogun @ 50: Abiodun Celebrates Legacy, Progress in State Broadcast

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Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described the 50th anniversary of the creation of Ogun State as a moment of deep reflection, gratitude, and renewed commitment to sustained development. In a statewide broadcast on Tuesday to mark the Golden Jubilee celebration, Governor Abiodun said the milestone underscored five decades of purposeful existence, built on the vision, sacrifices, and collective determination of the people of the Gateway State. He recalled that Ogun State was created on February 3, 1976, out of the old Western Region, noting that the decision gave birth to a state founded on clarity of purpose and a strong sense of destiny. According to him, the Golden Jubilee offers an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of the past while preparing the state for a more prosperous future. The governor expressed gratitude to Almighty God and paid special tribute to President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for leading the nation at a historic moment when several stat...
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Obasanjo, Osoba, Monarchs, Others Celebrate Ogun At 50

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L-R: The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako; wife of former president, Chief (Mrs) Bola Obasanjo; former President Olusegun Obasanjo; Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun; former Governor of Ogun State, Chief Olusegun Osoba; wife of the Governor, Mrs Bamidele Abiodun, and the Deputy Governor, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, during the Inter-Faith Prayer and Thanksgiving commemorating, Ogun State's 50th anniversary held at the Arcade Ground, Governor's Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta on Monday. Activities marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of Ogun State continued on Monday with an interfaith thanksgiving and prayer session held at the Arcade Ground, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. The event drew a distinguished audience, including former President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, former Governor Chief Olusegun Osoba, past military administrators, traditional rulers, and other eminent sons and daughters of the state. Addressing the g...
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