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N-Youth Sports Alumni, Ezechukwu, Secures Full Scholarship to Auburn University

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N-Youth Sports Alumni, Ezechukwu, Secures Full Scholarship to Auburn University Oluebube Miracle Ezechukwu, one of the standout athletes produced by N-Youth Sports Academy, has earned a full athletic scholarship to Auburn University in the United States, gaining admission into the university’s prestigious Track & Field (TFXC) program. A reigning African Champion and one of the continent’s most explosive young sprinters, Miracle showcased her exceptional talent by winning gold at the African Championships. Her powerful speed, technical refinement, and consistent performances have established her as one of Africa’s brightest rising stars in athletics. This full scholarship represents a major milestone in her sporting journey, opening the door for her to compete on the highly competitive NCAA stage. At Auburn University—renowned for producing world-class athletes—Miracle is expected to further develop her abilities and make an even greater impact on the global athletics sc...

I Will Secure Bus for Information Chapel, Reintegrate SWAN Into NUJ — Ayinla

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I Will Secure Bus for Information Chapel, Reintegrate SWAN Into NUJ — Ayinla Chairmanship contestant in the forthcoming election of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, Comrade Rasaq Ayinla, has assured members of the State Ministry of Information Chapel and Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) in the state that he would secure a functional bus for the chapel and sports Writers and ensure the full reintegration of SWAN, Ogun State Chapter, into the NUJ family if elected. Ayinla gave the assurance while addressing SWAN Congress during his campaign visit to the association’s secretariat at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Kuto, Abeokuta. Speaking during the visit, Ayinla said journalists in Ogun State deserve improved welfare and better working tools to enhance their productivity. He said, SWAN had been sidelined by the outgoing NUJ exco in the state, promising to foster unity and working relationship among the affiliated associations. “...

TRACE ZONAL COMMANDER BAGS 2025 LAGOS CITY NEWS AWARD

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TRACE ZONAL COMMANDER BAGS 2025 LAGOS CITY NEWS AWARD Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency (TRACE) Zonal Commander, Cdr. (Dr.) Olubori Sonde has bagged the year 2025 Lagos City News award for his efforts on road traffic enforcement and management in the Ogun Central Senatorial district. Mazi. Amb. Emmanuel Oduigwe, Publisher and Convener while presenting the award of " Very Distinguished, Grand Icon of States' Road Safety Administration and Traffic Management Protocol of the Decade" to him in his office at TRACE Zonal Command in Abeokuta, described him as a multifaceted individual with diverse expertise in traffic management who is diligent at various duty posts. The publisher also praised him not only for his impressive contribution to the growth of the agency but also, for his passion for community development and involved with several initiatives aimed at improving the lives of people in his community. The publisher said that, he decided to...

DSS Captures Another Ansaru Escapee From Kuje….Confesses To Killings In The Deeperlife Church Massacre

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DSS Captures Another Ansaru Escapee From Kuje ….Confesses To Killings In The Deeperlife Church Massacre The Department of State Services (DSS) has recaptured a top commander of the Ansari terrorist group, Abdulazeez Obadaki, believed to have masterminded the August 7, 2012 mass shooting of Christian worshippers at a Deeper Life Bible Church, near Okene, in Kogi State. At least 19 worshippers, including the pastor were killed, with several others sustaining varying degrees of injuries after three men armed with AK-47 rifles walked into the church and opened fire on the worshippers. Security sources said Obadaki, who, after the church mass shooting, also masterminded another attack on five commercial banks in Uromi, Edo State, was arrested, but escaped during the July 2022 jailbreak at Kuje Custodial Centre. Security sources disclosed that the suspected terrorist leader confessed to orchestrating the Kuje Custodial centre jailbreak following his transfer from Kabba Custodial ...

Our Infrastructure Will Stand the Test of Time, Says Abiodun...commissions new ultramodern exco chamber

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Our Infrastructure Will Stand the Test of Time, Says Abiodun ...commissions new ultramodern exco chamber Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to delivering quality infrastructure that will stand the test of time.  Speaking during the unveiling of the newly remodeled Executive Council Chambers at the Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, witnessed by former Governor, Chief Olusegun Osoba, the governor lamented the dilapidated condition of the edifice before its renovation, describing it as “an embarrassment.” According to him, the decision to remodel rather than construct a new Governor’s Office was deliberate. “This office was in total decay and an embarrassment. We chose not to build another Governor’s Office but to remodel the existing one. Investors will not be in doubt of our seriousness when they see new things in the State,” he said. The remodeled chambers is equipped with modern hi-tech facilities, ...

We'll Complete Akute –Ijoko Road Soon — Abiodun

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We'll Complete Akute –Ijoko Road Soon — Abiodun  Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has assured residents that his administration will soon complete the 20-kilometre Akute–Ijoko Road in Ifo Local Government Area. The governor gave the assurance while inspecting ongoing work on the first phase of the 9.7-kilometre stretch of the road, shortly after commissioning the Akute–Ajuwon–Alagbole Road, also in Ifo Local Government. Governor Abiodun noted that the Akute–Ijoko project is being executed in phases as part of a well-structured implementation plan designed by his administration. He added that the government had a clear vision for the road and was committed to bringing it to fruition. “This road is almost 20 kilometres long — 20 kilometres of dual carriageway, which means 40 kilometres with drainages. By His grace, we will finish this road,” he said. The governor recalled that the road had been abandoned for years, stressing that its condition was further worsene...

NEWLY APPOINTED OGEPA GM RESUMES OFFICE

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NEWLY APPOINTED OGEPA GM RESUMES OFFICE              The recently appointed General Manager, Ogun State Environmental Protection Agency (OGEPA), Hon. Kehinde Ayodeji Bello, has resumed office. He takes over from Hon. Farouk Akintunde, the immediate-past boss of the Agency. Hon. Kehinde Bello, a cerebral business man, who has managed both human and capital resources successfully, was born in Ijebu-Imushin, Ijebu-East Local Government Area of Ogun State. He would be bringing his wealth of knowledge and experience into the administration of OGEPA. Addressing the management and entire members of staff of the agency, the new Ogepa boss charged the staff to be more dedicated to duty and uphold professionalism. He reminded them of the pivotal roles Ogepa was playing in the protection of the environment and all other related issues, urging them to adhere strictly to environmental impacts assessment indices in order to provide a cleaner and safer en...