By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Ogun state government says it's a pure lie that  cabinet members reportedly prostrate before  Governor Dapo Abiodun  when he is displeased with them. This is according to a release by Hon. Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to the Governor. "The claim that members of the Ogun State Executive Council routinely prostrate before Governor Dapo Abiodun whenever he is displeased with them is a complete fabrication. At no time has any commissioner or cabinet member been required to prostrate before the Governor, nor has such an incident ever occurred." The report therefore dismissed the unfounded report as carried by Naijamixed. The report said even more ridiculous is the claim that the Deputy Governor, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, prostrates before the Governor. "Such a falsehood exposes the reckless and irresponsible nature of the publication." Professional journalism is founded on facts, veri...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Nigeria - EU Business Forum has been described as successful with key stakeholders from government, developed institutions conveyed to explore opportunities for sustainable economic growth and investment. According to Lagos state Waterways Authority ( LASWA) the forum provided a valuable platform to strengthen partnerships, attract investment, and reaffirm Lagos State's commitment to unlocking the immense potential of the blue economy through innovation and strategic collaboration. LASWA said the major highlight was the presentation by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Blue Economy, Mr. Oluwadamilola Emmanuel, who showcased the transformative vision of the Omi Eko Project—an ambitious initiative set to redefine water transportation in Lagos through modern, safe, efficient, and environmentally sustainable ferry infrastructure. Mr. Oluwadamilola Emmanuel delivering his paper. Some of the participants at the highly successful forum...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Agbado Oke-Odo Local Council Development Area under the Chairman, Honourable Jimoh Ishola Ejigbadero is committed to a cleaner environment and will continue to ensure the people key to the cleanliness policy of the council. Vice President of the LCDA who is also the Supervisor Councillor the Environment, Honourable Kehinde Shobayo said this during the monthly environmental sanitation in the LCD. Speaking during the exercise, Hon. Shobayo said the administration of Mayor Abiodun Jimoh Isola Ejigbadero remains committed to environmental sustainability and flood prevention.  Hon Shobayo speaking with Officers on duty. He urged residents to embrace daily cleanliness and support the council’s efforts beyond the monthly exercise. According to him, collective action is key to keeping Agbado Oke-Odo Lcda clean, safe and flood-free for all.  He noted that the presence of KAI officers and the Environmental Task Force will help sustain compliance and keep...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, Mr. Olatunji Disu, for initiating the joint Ogun-Lagos security operation, Operation Kosaye, describing it as a bold, proactive and intelligence-driven initiative that has significantly strengthened security across the two neighbouring states. Governor Abiodun said the operation has recorded remarkable successes through coordinated security operations that have seen operatives comb forests and criminal hideouts along the Ogun-Lagos corridor, neutralise armed bandits, arrest several criminal suspects and rescue kidnapped victims. The Governor noted that the achievements recorded under Operation Kosaye have restored public confidence in the Nigeria Police Force and reinforced the commitment of security agencies to the protection of lives and property. He said the sustained offensive against criminal elements has effectively made Ogun and Lagos States increasingly host...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced that the 28-kilometre stretch of the Federal Government’s 700-kilometre Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway traversing Ogun State will be completed before the end of 2026 He said  the landmark project has given a major boost to the proposed Ogun Deep Sea Port and other strategic investments along the state’s coastline. The governor, who spoke  while commissioning the reconstructed Gao-Ibiade Road in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area, said the coastal highway would unlock the economic potential of Ogun Waterside by providing the critical infrastructure required to drive industrialisation, maritime development and large-scale investments. Abiodun commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for initiating the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, describing it as a bold and visionary national infrastructure project that would not only open up enormous economic opportunities for Ogun State but also stimulate ...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has signalled a major economic transformation for Ogun Waterside Local Government, announcing that the long-abandoned Olokola Liquefied Natural Gas (OKLNG) project is set for revival while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to positioning the coastal axis as Nigeria’s next industrial and maritime hub. The governor made the announcement on Friday during the commissioning of the reconstructed Gao-Ibiade Road, describing the project as a strategic investment aimed at preparing the area for the anticipated surge in industrial, commercial and maritime activities. Abiodun disclosed that the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has informed the Ogun State Government of its decision to revive the multi-billion-dollar OKLNG project, one of Nigeria’s most ambitious gas development initiatives that has remained dormant for years. He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the proposed...