The Ogun State governorship candidate of the National Rescue Mission (NRM), Hon. Olujobi Fayoyin, has raised concerns over the worsening security situation in Nigeria following the recent abduction of teachers and schoolchildren in Ogbomoso, Oyo State. Fayoyin described the incident as a disturbing development and a warning signal to neighbouring states, particularly Ogun, given its proximity to Ogbomoso. In a statement made available to journalists on Tuesday, the opposition candidate called on the Ogun State Government to take proactive measures to prevent a similar occurrence within its borders. According to him, the increasing wave of kidnappings, attacks on communities and…
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The National Rescue Movement governorship candidate in Ogun State, Hon. Olujobi Fayoyin, has welcomed the emergence of Dr. Esther Nkem Okereke as the party’s consensus presidential candidate for the 2027 general election, pledging the full support of the party in Ogun State toward her victory at the polls. Fayoyin described Okereke’s emergence as a reflection of the party’s commitment to internal democracy, transparency, and inclusiveness, commending the leadership of the NRM for conducting what he termed a credible and democratic selection process. He expressed confidence in Okereke’s leadership qualities, competence, and vision to reposition Nigeria, noting that her candidacy represents…
The Ogun State chapter of the National Rescue Movement (NRM) has selected Hon. Olujobi Ezekiel Fayoyin as its governorship candidate for the 2027 general election. The party’s primary election was held at the NRM Secretariat in Oke-Ijeun, Abeokuta, where delegates and executives from the 20 local government areas of the state participated in the exercise. The event was attended by party executives and stakeholders from across the state, all of whom gathered to witness the emergence of the party’s candidate ahead of the next general election. Addressing journalists after the primary election, Hon. Fayoyin pledged to reposition the NRM for…
A technology expert and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Dr Biodun Ogundipe, has emerged as the party’s governorship candidate in Ogun State ahead of the next gubernatorial election. The result of the primary election was officially declared in Abeokuta by the Chairman of the Electoral Committee, Mr. Adeniyi Adams, who said Dr. Ogundipe emerged victorious after polling the highest number of votes in the exercise. According to the results announced by the committee, Dr. Biodun Collins Ogundipe secured 9,370 votes to defeat his closest rival, Otunba Jimi Lawal, who polled 6,812 votes, while Mrs. Marie Odusina garnered 2,349…
The Ogun State Government has distributed operational vehicles to 20 Permanent Secretaries as part of efforts to strengthen policy implementation, improve inter-agency coordination, and enhance service delivery across the state. Speaking during the distribution exercise on behalf of Governor Dapo Abiodun, the immediate past Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, described mobility as a critical component of effective governance and efficient public administration. According to him, government operations require constant engagement, collaboration among agencies, and regular monitoring to ensure smooth implementation of policies and programmes. “There is a strong connection between policy formulation and actualisation; therefore, mobility is a basic…
Senator Shuaib Afolabi Salisu, OMOYAYI, FNCS, representing Ogun Central Senatorial District, recorded another major political milestone as he was formally presented with the result of the Ogun Central Senatorial Primary Election and officially returned as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the district. The presentation was made by the Chairman of the Ogun State National Assembly Primary Elections Committee, His Excellency, Comrade Philip Shaibu, who declared Senator Salisu winner of the primary election and handed over the official result, affirming his emergence as the APC candidate for Ogun Central ahead of the next electoral contest. Speaking after receiving the…
ODEDA — The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State concluded its primary elections today ahead of the 2027 general elections, culminating in the overwhelming affirmation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, as the party’s presidential flagbearer. The exercise, held at Ward 10 (Opeji Ward) in the Odeda Local Government Area, drew over 2,000 party faithful, including the lawmaker representing Ogun Central Senatorial District, Senator Shuaib Afolabi Salisu (popularly known as *Omoyayi*). Speaking at the conclusion of the ward-level exercise, Senator Salisu, FNCS, expressed immense gratitude to party members for what he described as an unprecedented turnout throughout the week-long…
The National Rescue Mission (NRM) has called on residents of Ogun State to reject what it described as the “coronation” of political candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging citizens to embrace the power of the ballot as a tool for true democratic change. Speaking on behalf of the party, the Ogun State Chairman of the NRM, Hon. Olujobi Fayoyin, emphasized that the future of the state rests firmly in the hands of its people, not political elites or predetermined arrangements. Fayoyin decried what he termed a growing culture of imposition in the political space, where candidates are allegedly…
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Special Adviser to the Ogun State Governor, Hon. Akeem Oluseye, has lauded the leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the peaceful conduct of its ward congresses across the country. In a statement made available to newsmen, Hon. Oluseye described the exercise as a demonstration of the party’s internal democracy, unity, and organizational strength. He noted that the orderly and transparent process witnessed nationwide reflects the maturity and discipline of the ruling party. The APC stalwart gave special commendation to the Ogun State leadership of the party under the guidance…
The Ogun State Chairman of the National Rescue Mission (NRM), Hon. Olujobi Fayoyin, has extended warm greetings to Muslim faithful across Ogun State as they commence the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement made available to journalists in Abeokuta, Hon. Fayoyin described Ramadan as a sacred period of spiritual renewal, self-discipline, sacrifice, and deep reflection. He urged the Muslim Ummah to seize the opportunity of the fasting period to offer fervent prayers for the peace, unity, and sustainable development of Ogun State and Nigeria at large. “Ramadan is not only a time of fasting but also a season of…
