By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Ogun State Government has released N6.75 billion for the payment of gratuity and Additional Pension Benefits (APB) to retirees in the state. The Head of Service, Mr. Olanrewaju Saka disclosed this in a statement on Friday, saying the release was part of the government’s continued efforts to address outstanding pension obligations and improve the welfare of retired workers. According to him, N2.751 billion was released to pay gratuity to 432 beneficiaries, while another N4 billion was released for the payment of Additional Pension Benefits to eligible retirees from July 2025 to date. Saka said the government remained committed to ensuring that workers who had served the state meritoriously received their retirement benefits despite competing demands on the state’s resources. Explaining the Additional Pension Benefit, Saka said it was introduced to cushion the difference between the pension benefits retirees would have received under the old Defined Benefit Schem...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) says the  minor fire incident that occurred due to  low-voltage at  electrical room of  Idu Train Station, Abuja, on Wednesday does not affect the smooth running of the Abuja- Kaduna train services. A statement by Callistus Unyimadu Chief Public Relations Officer of NRC says t he incident, noticed at about 8:30 p.m., was promptly brought under control by the  maintenance personnel as preliminary inspection showed that some electrical supply cables connected to the control panels were damaged.  The Corporation confirms that the solar power system was not affected. Power has also been temporarily restored to the lifts and escalators, with all currently operational except Lift 1. Importantly, "the incident has no effect on Abuja–Kaduna Train Service operations, and scheduled train services will continue as normal." "The technical team is conducting further assessment to determine the cause...

By Afolabi Oyekunle.  The Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) in its characteristic manner has  honoured two retirees whom it discribed as exceptional professionals and whose careers have left an indelible mark on water transportation in Lagos State. Both  Prince Gbadamosi Hakeem and Captain Shakirudeen Lamidi,  bowed out of active service after attaining the statutory 35 years of meritorious service in the Lagos State Civil Service. "Prince Gbadamosi Hakeem's retirement marks the end of an era in marine operations management. Widely regarded as one of the finest Marine Operations Supervisors LASWA has ever produced, he dedicated his career to ensuring the efficient maintenance, deployment, and operational readiness of LASWA's fleet of boats, which is why he is affectionately known as "Number 1" amongst his team members." LASWA said from overseeing daily fleet operations to supervising LASWA captains and deckhands across the state's waterways, Prince...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State is fully prepared for the 2027 general elections, Governor Dapo Abiodun declared on Thursday, as thousands of party supporters and members of Caucus 7202 converged on the Dipo Dina International Stadium, Ijebu-Ode, for a mega rally in support of the party’s governorship candidate, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi. The rally, which drew supporters from the 20 local government areas of the state, underscored the growing mobilisation of the APC ahead of the elections and provided a major platform for the party and its support groups to reaffirm their commitment to victory in 2027. Addressing the gathering, Abiodun said the massive turnout was a clear demonstration of the APC’s strength, unity and readiness for the elections, noting that the party had built a formidable grassroots structure across the state. He said the achievements of his administration over the past seven years had provided a...

By Afolabi Oyekunle  Lagos state Governor Babajide Sanwoolu has been accused of working   at cross purposes to the aim and aspirations of President Bola Tinubu who wants a better living for all Pensioners in the country. The accusation was made by NUPCPS Lagos Chairman, Comrade Michael Omisande in a letter to CPS Pensioners in which he said Governor Sanwoolu is trying to undercut the payment expected to be paid to them.  Comrade Michael Omisande/  Governor Babajide Sanwoolu. "A situation where a governor said he will pay below  the model of his Principal is not acceptable, it is barbaric, it is insulting, it is suicidal and against the lay down laws."  Comrade Omisande said the Union has  appealed to the State House of Assembly for intervention and for members to use their Legistilative power to restraint the governor from setting peaceful Lagos ablaze.  These are the people who laid the Golden eggs and their efforts must not be paid w...

ABIODUN AND THE WOMEN’S AGENDA: EMPOWERING WOMEN, STRENGTHENING FAMILIES, SECURING OGUN By Kayode Akinmade A government’s commitment to women is best judged not by the number of empowerment programmes it announces, but by whether it creates lasting pathways for women to earn, lead and shape society. By that measure, Governor Dapo Abiodun’s record in Ogun State presents a clear and deliberate women’s agenda. Under Abiodun, women’s development has moved beyond episodic assistance to become part of the State’s broader economic and social strategy. From productive capital and livelihood support to skills acquisition, financial inclusion, enterprise development and leadership opportunities, the administration has pursued a simple proposition: Ogun’s development cannot be complete when its women are economically constrained or excluded from decision-making. The scale of the intervention reinforces that proposition. Under his leadership, Ogun State, in partnership with the World Bank-supporte...

By Afolabi Oyekunle. Sanwo-Olu Joins Lagos APC Members in Prayer for Tinubu, Shettima Ahead of 2027 Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu  joined APC members, religious leaders and residents of the state for a special inter-faith prayer service for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima and APC candidates ahead of the 2027 elections. The prayer service  held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos, brought together party members and residents from different walks of life. Sanwo-Olu said the gathering was aimed at committing the party’s candidates into God’s hands as the 2027 elections draw closer. He said the progress being championed by the APC depends on unity, faith and peace, adding that while the party had worked toward its goals, it also recognised the importance of God’s grace. The governor thanked everyone who attended the prayer service and expressed confidence that continued faith and action would help keep Lagos ...