By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter GOVERNOR DAPO Abiodun has identified indiscriminate mining activities as the primary cause of erosions in Ogun State. Speaking during a visit from the House of Representatives’ Committee on Ecological Fund at his office in Abeokuta, Abiodun urged federal mining agencies to closely monitor miner...
By Ajibola Olaide, JKNewsMedia Reporter THE ALARMING rise in out-of-school children poses a growing threat to Nigeria’s future stability. This challenge, which has reached national proportions, is now recognized as a critical issue that requires urgent attention. The situation, if left unchecked, could lead to severe social unrest, with ...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter OGUN STATE announce it has begun a significant overhaul of its education sector by introducing 900 smart classrooms aimed at enhancing digital learning across schools. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts by the government to modernize the education system, improving student engagement while eq...
By Joke Kujenya A LION attack has left a man dead at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) zoological garden in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The victim, Babaji Duale, 35, from Bauchi State, was a trained handler responsible for caring for the lion. Tragically, his death resulted from an error in handling the animal. Duale reportedly [&hel...
By Blessing Obams, JKNewsMedia Intern PRIMARY HEALTHCARE Centers (PHCs) in Ogun State in Ogun State face a critical need for better equipment. To address this, the state government is set to disburse grants and facilities to 236 PHC towards enhancing their infrastructure to meet international standards. The move comes as part of a broader init...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia THE OGUN State government announced new appointments to several non-statutory boards on Thursday. Governor Dapo Abiodun named members to lead the Ogun Waste Management Authority (OGWAMA), Ogun State Agricultural and Multipurpose Credit Agency (OSAMCA), Plantgate Limited, and the Ogun State Alternative Medicin...
By Ajibola Olaide, JKNewsMedia Reporter OGUN STATE Governor Dapo Abiodun has announced the launch of grants ranging from N500,000 to N10 million for business-oriented youths in the state. These grants, part of the Ogun Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurial Programme (OGYES), will provide crucial financial support to young entrepreneurs and wom...
By Ajibola Olaide, JKNewsMedia Reporter THE WEST Africa Examination Council (WAEC) in Ogun State has dismissed claims that public school students’ results were withheld due to the state’s alleged debt to the council. Mr. Ayobami Suberu, the branch controller for WAEC in Ogun, addressed the issue on Tuesday. He described the online ...
By Ajibola Olaide, JKNewsMedia Reporter OGUN STATE Governor Dapo Abiodun has allocated 100 hectares of land to the Nigerian Navy for the establishment of a Forward Operating Base (FOB) in the state. This development aims to bolster security and protect key investments in the region. Governor Abiodun made this announcement during a visit to the...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter OGUN STATE Governor Dapo Abiodun has instructed the Chairman of the Civil Service Commission (CSC) to refund all administrative fees related to the ongoing civil service recruitment. This decision was announced through a statement from the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi. Histor...
