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Court Convicts Three Boys for Rituals Killing in Ogun

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The Ogun State Government, through the Ministry of Justice, on Friday secured the conviction of three ritual killers in the Kugba area of Abeokuta South Local Government. The trio, identified as Mustakeem Balogun, Soliudeen Majekodunmi, and Lukmon Abdulgafar, were apprehended for the gruesome murder of 16-year-old Sofia Okeowo on January 28, 2022. DAILY POST reports that Sofia had gone to visit her boyfriend, Mustakeem, who had sexual intercours…See the Story

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EFCC arrests 48 suspected internet fraudsters in Abeokuta

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, said it has arrested 48 suspected internet fraudsters in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. TheSee the Story

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92 Athletes To Represent Nigeria As AFN Unveils Kits For CAA U18/20 Championships

Team Nigeria will be represented by 92 athletes at the 3rd Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U18 and U20 Championships scheduled to commence on Wednesday in Abeokuta, Ogun State. President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Chief Tonobok Okowa, officially confirmed the squad on Tuesday during a kit-unveiling ceremony held at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta, the state capital. Okowa clarified that the Nigerian team consi…See the Story

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Obasanjo Pledges Support for African Athletics Championship in Abeokuta

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has pledged his support for the upcoming 3rd Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U18/U20 African Athletics Championship holding from July 16 to July 20 in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital. Obasanjo gave the commitment when the Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, and the CAA President, Hamad Kalkaba Malboum, led a high-powered delegation on a courtesy visit at the Olusegun …Abeokuta · AbeokutaRead Article

Ogun varsity students resort to self-help over robbery attacks

Students of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State, have resorted to conducting night patrols to stem the tide of incessant robbery attacks by suspected robbers. PUNCH Metro learnt in an interview with the FUNAAB Student Union Government President, Olamilekan Michael, that robbers, who were armed with guns, stormed the area twice last week and robbed students of their personal belongings. He added that though the school was…Abeokuta · AbeokutaRead Article

US consulate unveils Ogun Tech Hub 'Windows on America' facility to drive digital access

The United States Mission in Nigeria has officially unveiled the ‘Window on America’ initiative at the Ogun Tech Hub. The facility, located in the state’s capital, is set to offer digital operations such as free high-speed internet and computer usage for young ones in Ogun State. In a statement on its X (formerly Twitter) page, the US Mission explained that the Ogun Tech Hub Window on America facility is built to tailor programs to youths’ digit…Windows · AbeokutaRead Article

Olaolu Jason Olatunde Blazes to 10.13s PB to Win SWAC 100m Title in Abeokuta

Rising sprint talent, Olaolu Jason Olatunde, delivered a stunning performance at the South West Athletics Conference (SWAC) in Abeokuta, storming to a new Personal Best (PB) of 10.13s (+0.9) to clinch the men’s 100m title. READ ALSO: Babajide Boosts AS Roma Femminile Attack After Stellar Season in Spain Olatunde, who only recently dipped under 10.20s for the first time, continued his upward trajectory in style, dominating a quality field that in…Abeokuta · AbeokutaRead Article

Golden Grace: Ogun State Information Director, Toluwalope Kowo, Celebrates 50 in Grand Style - Newsmakers

Segun Atanda/ A golden jubilee celebration filled with colour, class, and commendation marked the 50th birthday of Mrs. Toluwalope Eyinadetomi Layade Kowo, the Ogun State Director of Information (Planning, Research and Statistics) in the Ministry of Information and Strategy. Held in Abeokuta, the event drew an impressive gathering of top government officials, including the Ogun […] The post Golden Grace: Ogun State Information Director, Toluwalo…Abeokuta · AbeokutaRead Article

CAA U18/U20: Nigeria Rising Javelin Star Valentine Chiemelie Ready To Shine

Valentine Chiemelie, one of Nigeria’s rising stars in the javelin event, has expressed excitement and pride as he prepares to represent the country at the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U-18/U-20 Championships scheduled to take place in Abeokuta, Ogun State, from July 16 to 20, 2025. Chiemelie, who impressed at the National Trials in Shagamu, described the upcoming continental showpiece as a dream come true and vowed to make the most o…Abeokuta · AbeokutaRead Article

Ambassador Sarafa Isola to Chair Penpushing Media’s 7th Anniversary Lecture in Abeokuta - Newsmakers

Matilda Omonaiye/ Former Nigerian High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Ambassador Sarafa Tunji Isola, has been named Chairman of the 7th Anniversary Lecture of Penpushing Media, scheduled to take place on July 31, 2025, at the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta, Ogun State. The announcement was made in a joint statement by the Chairperson […] The post Ambassador Sarafa Isola to Chair Penpushing Media’s 7th Anniversary Lecture…Abeokuta · AbeokutaRead Article

Buckswood School lauds ANA Ogun (see pix)

Chris Omotosho said the Chapter was kick-starting its "Catch Them Young" visits to schools. Starting in Buckswood, he urged the students toAbeokuta · AbeokutaRead Article

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