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UTME 2025: 1.5 million candidates scored less than 200
The breakdown shows a full picture of the performances by the candidates in the examination conducted all over the country.
Seye Kehinde @ 60
His birthday was yesterday, but today he steps into a new chapter — a fresh year filled with grace and purpose.
Mr. & Mrs. Akin Alade, happy wedding anniversary!
Mr. & Mrs. Akin Alade, happy wedding anniversary!
"Gateway Games" begin May 16, '25
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abioldun and the All Progressives Congress leader, Aremo Olusegun Osoba led National Assembly members among others from the state to the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Who suceeds Alaba Lawson as 5th Iyalode Egba?
This is a big question begging for an answer since the remains of the late Egba amazon, Iyalode of Egbaland, Chief Alaba Lawson were committed to mother earth on Friday, December 8, 2023
Sefiu Alao Adekunle's daughter, who ls a PhD holder
...Has three Master's Degrees
Awujale of Ijebuland In rain of SUV gifts
Ijebu – Ode: It is raining at the Aafin Awujale of Ijebuland in Ijebu Ode. The rain is the rain of brand new vehicles
Olori donates multi-million naira library to alma mater, EGSA
The library's modern furniture is made from pressure treated Dry Mixed Wood
Egba loses 4 prominent daughters in quick succession!
It was a big blow on the Egba people of Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital as four of her prominent daughters bade the world good bye within a space of less than two months.
ADEWALE KAYODE NAMED ONE OF THE TOP 50 UNESCO GLOBAL TEACHERS!
Kayode Adewale a visionary Nigerian educator, has earned a place among the Top 50 teachers globally in the esteemed Global Teacher Prize
8th day remembrance ceremony in honour of Princess Khadijat Adebisi Edionseri
Governor of Ogun State - His Excelllency Prince Dapo Abiodun CON, Deputy Governor of Ogun State
A Great Tree Has Fallen: Princess Khadijat Adebisi Edionseri (1935-2025)
One of her last public appearances was on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at the installation of Muslim Chiefs in Ayetoro, Yewa North Local Government, a fitting tribute to her enduring legacy
Owu Mourn Chief Akinsipo's passage
Olowu said Akinsipo’s contributions to the growth and development of the Owu Kingdom would never be forgotten.
Gyamfi goes home at 70!
An unassuming personality, Charles, through his writings helped many people who were in dare needs of assistance.
Media Day: When Journalists honoured Oba Ogunleye
The event was streamlined live by the Penpushing Media whose founder, Prince Dimeji Kayode-Adedeji is a close pal of the late veteran journalist and Public Relations guru.
Akinola launches Talomola Initiatives
Meanwhile, the foundation has further extended its humanitarian gesture of training Nigerian vulnerable and indigent youths in vocational skills.
Nigerians, others bid Fola, Achudume's wife, good bye at 55!
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo and wife Bola, Folu Adeboye, wife of the founder of Redeemed Christian Church Of God and Rev. Francis Wale Oke sent their condolences.
Sheikh Qasim Abdulateef Badejo is new Chief Imam of Ijebu Igbo!
The occasion was graced by Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency Prince Dapo Abiodun, who was represented by the Secretary to the atate government, Tokunbo Talabi.
Eminent Nigerians pay tributes to late ex-Ogun Deputy Speaker
As we lay the remains of a courageous man, we take solace in the fact that he lived a fulfilled life as a father, teacher, a community representative of high integrity and a leader of great repute.
"Remember me well when I join my ancestors"
He did not only depend less on government for survival, but involved in philanthropic activities and big time farming through which he had brought smiles to the faces of his people.
Oba Ogunleye's "Last Super" with Akinale, Owu Obas, others
In an organised advocacy, the anti human trafficking agency in Ogun State solicited supports and cooperation of the royal fathers.
How Oba Sogaolu, Olu Orile Imo was installed, coronated
The IDA leader also urged Oba Sogaolu to forgive those who might have constitued a clog in the wheel of progress to his choice as well as enthronment.
Okupe, founder of Wema Bank!
After obtaining a banking license, Chief Matthew registered the Wema Bank we know today, with the name "Agbonmagbe Bank".
Isola, Bakre, Awodipe, Adeyemo, others unveiled as Ogun 50 Top Role Models
Among those celebrated were technocrats, administrators, politicians, para-military personnel among several others.
I spent 12 months in my mother's womb, says Obasanjo
While appreciating the musical drama, Governor Abiodun said the play was not just an historical recount, but a poignant reminder of the sacrifices mothers make for their children.
Ogun ranks among UTME top scorers!
Olowu David from Ondo State, Alayande David, from Oyo State and Orukpe Joel from Edo State led the pack of top scorers with 367 marks each.
Prestige unveils 50 Top Role Models
Olanipekun added that their sterling qualities have made it unavoidably necessary to beam the search light on them.
Ex-Envoy, Isola, laments deficiency of trust among Nigerians
In order to build culture of trust that would help national development, Isola also canvassed that Nigerians must embrace attitudinal change.
Fajol, OGBC AGM bows out of service!
He joined OGBC and rose through the ranks to become Assistant General Manager, News and Current Affairs Division.
Soyinka @ 90: Abiodun awards scholarships to best student essayists
Three hundred and eighty three students participated in the competition, with 90 being chosen, while nine were selected.
Osoba marks 85th birthday with book launch
Tinubu spoke at the public launch of a book, “My Life In the Public Eye”, held at the Eko Hotels and Suits, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Democracy Day: Military rule not an option - Rights activist, Akinola
Akinola condemned those who have been calling for the return of the military as the result of the economic hardship in the country.
Text of President Bola Tinubu's national broadcast on 25th anniversary of unbroken democracy in Nigeria on 12th June, 2024
On this day, 31 years ago, we entered our rites of passage to becoming a true and enduring democratic society.
Eulogies, as Ayoka Adebayo, ex- INEC REC goes home
The late woman was also the former Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Resident Electoral Commissioner for Ekiti and Ondo states.
Obasanjo eulogises Adebayo, ex-INEC REC
She refused to be compromised and remained resolute to ensure a free, fair, and credible election in Ekiti State.
Ex-Commissiokner, Olopade, backs Abiodun’s plans to redevelop Ogun GRAs
Olopade, Managing Director of Nilayo Sports Management Limited and Osi-Asoju Oba.of Egbaland noted that the Ibara GRA had remained a pivotal location within Abeokuta.
Abiodun meets Tinubu, commends President for honouring Awujale with GCON
The governor, also spoke on the commitment of his administration to the 'Renewed Hope' vision of the Tinubu-led administration to ensure a better Nigeria.
Olori is now Fellow of Nigerian Society of Engineers!
With this professional honour, Engr. Olori can now use the professional appellation, FNSE after his name.
Isola celebrates Awujale at 90
Ambassador Sarafa Tunji Isola was among eminent Nigerians that graced the coronation and 90th birthday of Awujale of Ijebu land, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona.
Awujale @ 90: Tinubu confers GCON on Oba Adetona
We are here today to celebrate and rejoice with an outstanding and extraordinary monarch on the occasion of his 90th birthday anniversary.
NIPRW ends in Abeokuta, Neliaku tasks inductees on professionalism
The national president spoke shortly after the induction and oath administration on new members of the institute.
I'm proud to be Nigerian from Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State - Chess Master
The Chess Master, Mr. Tunde Onakoya has delightly said that he felt proud to be a Nigerian from Ago Iwoye, Ogun State.
"Redouble your efforts to be governor in 2027"
Chairman, Senate Committee on Appropriation, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, representing Ogun West, has charged leaders of the district not to relent in their struggle to become governor in 2027.
NIPR Week to boost economic, reputation revitalization
The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) is set to boost Nigeria’s economic and reputation Renaissance at its inaugural Nigeria Public Relations Week (NPRW 2024).
OGUN INEC MUSLIM COMMUNITY HOSTS 9TH RAMADAN LECTURE
The holy month of Ramadan, one of the five pillars of Islam, is the most celebrated in the months of the Islamic lunar calendar.
Abeokuta Foundation holds AGM, disburses 50 Million Naira Non-Interest Loan
For the records, AYRF was founded by Oba (Dr.) Sultan M.A. Ola Yusuf about four years ago.
I was a disco jockey mixer, welder and goldsmith -Prophet (Dr.) 'Bunmi Obadimu, JP @ 60
The man of God who reminiscenced on his humble beginning, thank God for taking him this far in life.
DUROSINMI ASSUMES OFFICE AS AIG ZONE 2
He was appointed into the Nigeria Police Force as a Cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Course 16 in the year 1990.
How Osun governor's security aides attacked me - Ogun NUJ Secretary
I covered the 66th Birthday and conferment of chieftaincy title on the governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke by Oba Adeyemi Adekeye, AbepaJoga Orile as the Baba Oba.
Snakes On The Loose As Heatwaves Worsen; 8 Tips To Stay Safe
High temperature presently in Nigeria is forcing reptiles, including poisonous snakes out of holes in search of a cool place. They do not care if it is your home or office.
Ayefele: Presenters who left Fresh FM did so without bitterness
The board and management consider this, a natural reality any organization could go through
Day Oko Opo Foundation was launched!
The bus stop was the Pelican Valley Estate, Laderin Area of the gateway city.
How I met my husband - Mrs. Akeredolu
That was how we met and it was love at first sight. I think people frown at love at first sight but it worked for us.
Why I set up Oko Opo Foundation - Adeyemo
We are already leading by example because apart from distributing some materials
Isola: The return of an uncommon gateway ambassador!
The traditional institution was also in attendance with the Alake and paramount ruler of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo, Okukenu IV leading them.
Ogunbanjo buried on his centenary birthday!
But for the cold hands of death which snatched him away on October 7, 2023, the elder statesman would have been 100 years old on the day of his funerals.
Day Oba Bakre was coronated 9th Agura of Gbagura!
The monarch was in May 2019 presented with official instrument of office by the administration of Ogun State governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun.
Poverty, enemy of democracy - Obasanjo
Obasanjo, spoke in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital on Monday during a high-level consultation he organised on ‘Rethinking Western Liberal Democracy in Africa
40 YEARS AFTER, HARUNA ISHOLA LIVES ON!
He will forever be remembered among the Yoruba tribe of the Southwest part of Nigeria, that he pioneered the Apala genre in the country.
Ex-Ondo Military Gov, Opaleye Dies of Heart Attack!
Opaleye, a former military governor of Ondo State (Ondo and Ekiti), reportedly died of heart attack in Abeokuta.
Daniel mourns, as Soleye Dies Four Days After 90th Birthday
Former Finance Minister, Dr. Onaolapo Soleye, has died at age 90.
Humanitarian Minister visits flood ravaged communities in Lagos and Ogun
At least her actions since appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu pointed to this direction across the country as she visited flood prone areas.
Iyalode Alaba Lawson for burial Dec. 8
The remains of the late Iyalode of Egba and Yorubaland, Chief (Mrs) Alaba Lawson will be committed to the mother earth in Abeokuta, on December 8, 2023.
BELLSTECH holds 15th convocation lecture
They both spoke at the 15th Convocation Lecture of the Bells University of Technology (BELLSTECH) Ota, Ogun state at the weekend, where Prime Minister Gonsalves was the guest lecturer.
NIPR, Primus Magazine honour Oba Ogunleye
For his valuable contributions to the development of Public Relations practice, The Primus PR Magazine and the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations, Ogun State Chapter last Tuesday
Fun, thrills as 24th Odun Omo Olowu climaxed!
The grand finale of the 24th edition of the annual celebration held at the Oba Adisa Odeleye Park, Sokori, Abeokuta, the state capital was a splendour.
Iyalode Lawson: Yoruba, Nigeria has lost true warrior without gun or grenade - Achudume
Leading Pastor at the Victory Life Bible Church, Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, Lawrence Achudume has lamented the passage of the Iyalode of Egbaland and Yorubaland.
Iyalode Lawson was a no nonsense, generous person - Obasanjo
Former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has described the late Iyalode of Egbaland and Yorubaland, Chief Mrs Alaba Lawson MFR, as a woman who lived a worthwhile life as well as being a very generous personality.
"God's harmer is about to descend on the wicked"
This is even that he cautioned politicians who are in charge of people's commonwealth to be wary of God's impending judgement and wrath on them.
Ogun Indigenes Set Abuja Agog
"Building a Strong Relationship with Our Cultural Strength, A Pathway to Greatness"
73 Year-Old Retiree, Ex-NTA GM Bag Master's Degrees at Crescent University
The vice chancellor Prof. Ibraheem Gbajabiamila proudly announced at the just concluded 15th Convocation of the institution, stressing that "you are our ambassadors".
2023 Ago-Iwoye Day Celebration Ends Amid Splendour
The ceremony, which held at the Imososi Primary School playground, Ago-Iwoye was a colourful event that paraded the rich cultural heritage of the people.
"O MU YES": Radio programme that mends broken relationships and homes
"O Mu Yes", a chit-chat phone-in programme on Fresh 107.9 FM Abeokuta, has become a household name, since the radio channel began transmission in Abeokuta, the capital city of the gateway state in 2018.
How farmer single-handedly constructed a N13 million bridge in Abeokuta
Kazeem Dosumu, a farmer in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, Southwest, Nigeria, has single-handedly constructed a link bridge worth millions of Naira.
Ogunbanjo, great son of Africa, foremost Nigerian corporate lawyer, says Obasanjo
Former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has described the late Chief Christopher Oladipo Ogunbanjo as an exceptional legal luminary whose vacuum would be difficult to fill in the country.
Why God design multi-culturalism for mankind - Obasanjo
Former president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo has explained why multiculturalism was designed for mankind by God, as such, it must be cherished, jealously guarded and sustained by us.
Excitement galore as Yewa People celebrate Egbetokun, Adeola, others
It was a show-biz of sorts for Yewaland and its people as they celebrate their distinguished sons and daughters
Abiodun immortalises late son with scholarship award !
The scholarships cover pupils in primary, secondary schools as well as those in vocational and tertiary institutions.
I started Lawson School with three pupils - Iyalode Egba
The Iyalode of Egbaland and Yorubaland listed the pioneer pupils to include Toyin Ariyibi, Remi Ilo and another pupils she could not immediately remember during the programme.
Be good ambassadors, Lemo tells Peter Akinola Youth Centre graduands
Former deputy governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, Mr. Tunde Lemo, has urged 94 graduating students of the Peter Akinola Foundation(PAF) Youth Centre for Industrial Training, Abeokuta to ...