by Azubuike Azikiwe A 25-year-old man has been arrested by the police in Ogun state for defiling a 3-year-old girl. The suspect, Kayode Akanni, of Pedepo Village in Ayetoro, is alleged to have lured the toddler into his room, after which he defiled her, damaging her private parts in the process. Spokesperson for the police,... Read More

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September 4, 2014

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Is this what our money is being used for? Alaafin of Oyo goes shopping in London with four companions

by Kolapo Olapoju Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi, the Alaafin of Oyo, was recently photographed in one of the largest and most expensive shopping malls in the UK, the Westfield Mall in London. The Alaafin travelled outside Nigeria to celebrate his 76th birthday, and he went shopping with his four wives. Royal flamboyance Several Nigerian royal fathers live... Read More

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September 2, 2014

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Dear ICPC, beware of dubious politicians…Governor Amosun sounds warning

by Mayowa Aboah The governor of Ogun State, Ibikunle Amosun, has advised the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), to be careful of dubious and unpatriotic politicians, who are desperate for elective positions. Amosun, who gave the advice when a delegation from the ICPC paid him a courtesy visit in his office... Read More

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September 1, 2014

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GOtv launches in Makurdi with open-air concert

by Jewel Stephen To mark the launch of its service in the city of Makurdi, GOtv on Wednesday, 20 August 2014 held an open air concert at the Cool-off Park. Hosts for the event were Radio Benue’s On-air-personality, Henry Ipole aka H316, Archbishop of the Microphone Diocese supported by comedian Eneche. In GOtv’s characteristic nature... Read More

August 28, 2014

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Fighting in public, meeting in private | OBJ and GEJ jaw-jaw in Abuja

by Ada Benson Days after launching a tirade against the incumbent President, former President, Olusegun Obasanjo has met with President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja. During the meeting, both men discussed sundry issues, including the nation’s security challenges. Obasanjo had, over the weekend, compared the economy under Jonathan to what obtained during the reign of the... Read More

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August 27, 2014

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Tragic: Man drowns while trying to rescue his son in Ogun

by Isi Esene Oluwagbeminija Rhodes, a middle-aged commercial bus driver drowned in Abeokuta, Ogun State on Monday while trying to save his son. The deceased was said to have taken his vehicle for washing on the banks of the Ogun River in Lafenwa in the company of his eight-year-old son, Gbeminiyi. He reportedly tried... Read More

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August 27, 2014

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From Ikeja to Ile-Ife, we talk to students about why they are angry

by Adedayo Ademuwagun This year, there have been several student protests in the south-west concerning tuition, from Abeokuta to Ikeja to Ile-Ife. In Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) Ile Ife, the struggle began at the start of the second semester in June. The university management increased tuition by more than double and students refused to accept... Read More

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August 26, 2014

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Man hangs himself after being duped of millions by ex-lover

by Azubuike Azikiwe Samsideen Akinwunmi, a carpenter based in Abeokuta has reportedly killed himself after getting jilted by his lover. He was found dead after hanging himself on a ceiling fan in his room on Saturday, 23 August, in Aboaba Street, Itori-Odo, Abeokuta. A witness said the middle-aged Akinwunmi around 2:45pm on the day... Read More

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August 25, 2014

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He goes again – OBJ compares GEJ’s government to Abacha’s

by Kolapo Olapoju On Sunday, 25 August, while receiving a delegation from the Nigerian Market Traders council at his home in Abeokuta, former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, compared the administration of President Goodluck Jonathan to that of late military head of state, Sani Abacha. Obasanjo said the present economic situation of the country is similar to... Read More

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August 23, 2014

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LOL! Why Obasanjo is afraid of revealing his next of kin

by Kolapo Olapoju On Friday, 22 August, Former President Olusegun Obasanjo caused a drama of sorts, when he refused to allow reporters present to figure out his next of kin, while registering for the National Identity Card (NIC). He arrived the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) office, Oke – Mosan, Abeokuta, at about mid-noon. After... Read More

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August 18, 2014

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First Photos: YNaija Associate Editor, Isime Esene weds his sweetheart, Mayowa Salami (LOOK)

by Kolapo Olapoju On Saturday, 16 August, editor of YNaija, Isime Esene got married to the love of his life, Mayowa Salami. The 3 in 1 wedding ceremony took place at the bride’s hometown, Abeokuta, Ogun state. Here are the first photos of the couple from the event. [slideshow_deploy id=’296581′] More to follow….. Photos: Bayo Omoboriowo... Read More

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August 15, 2014

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FIRS seals Ewekoro Power Plant over unpaid N114 million tax [DETAILS]

by Godwin Akanfe Officials of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) Southwest, have sealed-off the Lagos office of Ewekoro Power Plant over unpaid tax totalling N114 million. The company was sealed due to accumulated arrears of taxes owed and the failure to respond to several notices from the FIRS. Aminu Abubakar, tax controller, FIRS Medium... Read More

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July 1, 2014

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SAD: Man commits suicide after getting dumped by his fiancée (Viewer Discretion)

by S’ola Filani Over the weekend, a heart-broken 33-year-old man, Oluwatosin Otaiku, stabbed himself to death after his fiancee, Olaogun Oluwatoyin, called off their engagement. After futile efforts to get her to re-consider her decision, he decided to commit suicide in his home at the Onikolobo area of Abeokuta, Ogun State on Saturday. He couldn’t... Read More

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May 31, 2014

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MKO Abiola sacrificed everything for Nigeria – Obasanjo (finally) agrees

by Akan Ido After years of deliberately refusing to acknowledge MKO Abiola’s contribution to Nigeria’s transition to democracy, former President Olusegun Obasanjo appears to have finally made a complete U-turn. It was a born again Obasanjo who spoke in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State today saying the late multimillionaire businessman sacrificed everything for the development... Read More

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March 5, 2014

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Pastor arrested for checking female member’s virginity… with his finger

by ‘Jola Sotubo A pastor in Ogun has been arrested by police in the state over allegations of sexual assault levelled against him. The suspect, 34-year-old Adekunle Kayode, is said to have inserted his finger into a female member’s vagina in a bid to check if she was still a virgin. Kayode is said to... Read More

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February 7, 2014

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‘They raped and hacked her to death’: 50-year-old woman killed in Ogun

by Adeola Balogun A middle aged foreign woman resident in Ogun is said to have lost her life after being raped by a gang of men. The 50-year-old woman, identified simply as Mama Friday, is said to have been sexually assaulted and hacked to death. The incident occurred in the Agbelora area of Abeokuta, the... Read More

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February 1, 2014

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‘He tore her clothes and…’: Man arrested for raping neighbour’s wife in Ogun

by Adeola Balogun A 25-year-old man in Ogun has been arrested by police in the state and charged over allegations of rape. Azeez Kilani, is said to have assaulted his neighbour’s wife and had forceful sexual intercourse with her. The suspect was arraigned and charged with the offence before a Magistrate court sitting in Abeokuta,... Read More

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January 9, 2014

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Vigilante members sentenced to death for brutally killing herbalist in Ogun

by ‘Jola Sotubo Two members of a vigilante group who brutally murdered a herbalist in Ogun have been sentenced to death. The duo of Seyi Oyeneye and David Oyedele were sentenced to die by hanging over the 2006 murder of one Semiu Babatunde, a herbalist. The deceased was stopped by the vigilante along with his... Read More

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January 9, 2014

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“I saw people crying…”: How pastor’s wife died, resurrected as burial arrangements get underway (PICTURED)

by Oge Okonkwo An event which could be tagged as a miracle occurred recently when the wife of a pastor died and came back to life after she was officially pronounced dead by doctors. Folake Achudume, wife of Lawrence Achudume the founder of Victory Life Bible Church (VLBC), Abeokuta, Ogun State capital was reported to have given... Read More

January 7, 2014

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‘He hung himself with his belt’: This Polytechnic student committed suicide in Ogun (PICTURED)

by ‘Jola Sotubo A polytechnic student early in the new year plunged his family into sadness after he was found dead in his room. Timilehin Ayobami Ogundare, a part-time student at The Polytechnic, Ibadan, the Oyo capital is believed to have taken his own life. The deceased is said to have attempted suicide before but... Read More

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December 25, 2013

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Ex-CAN President, Peter Akinola rescued from kidnappers near Benin Republic border

by ‘Jola Sotubo The former Primate of the Anglican Church of Nigeria, Peter Akinola has been rescued from his kidnappers. Akinola was abducted yesterday in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun, while attending to matters relating to his charity organization. The cleric and his driver were both rescued alive close to Nigeria’s border with neighbouring Benin... Read More

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December 24, 2013

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Obasanjo may be invited by NSA over snipers allegation

by Adeola Balogun The allegations made by former President, Olusegun Obasanjo in his letter to President Goodluck Jonathan have raised serious concerns. This is said to have led to a decision by the office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) to investigate Chief Obasanjo’s statement concerning snipers being trained on the president’s orders. The former... Read More

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December 23, 2013

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“What if Jonathan had replied OBJ’s letter with ‘K’?”: Top 10 reactions to GEJ’s reply to OBJ (READ)

by ‘Jola Sotubo The 18-page letter written by former President, Olusegun Obasanjo to President Goodluck Jonathan has finally received a reply. The president apparently stayed true to his promise to prepare the reply himself as it was signed by him. President Jonathan gave 10 reasons for replying the letter and Nigerians have shared their opinions... Read More

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December 23, 2013

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‘I have my facts…’: OBJ stands by issues raised in letter to Jonathan

by ‘Jola Sotubo Despite criticism levelled against him from several corners, former President Olusegun Obasanjo has maintained his stance regarding the 18-page letter he sent to President Goodluck Jonathan. Chief Obasanjo is said to have stated this during his meeting with the leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Saturday. The former president also... Read More

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December 22, 2013

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Why I met with APC leaders – OBJ explains

by ‘Jola Sotubo The leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) yesterday met with former President Olusegun Obasanjo in Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun. Those present at the meeting include the party’s national chairman, Chief Bisi Akande, former military leader, General Muhammadu Buhari, APC national leader Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, Alhaji Kawu Baraje, Governors Ibikunle Amosun... Read More

November 28, 2013

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FRSC officials ‘use tear-gas on 6-month-old baby, siblings’ in Ogun

by ‘Jola Sotubo Officials of the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) in Ogun have been criticized after it was alleged that they used teargas on 3 young children. Ibrahim Folorunsho, 8, Basirat Folorunsho, 6 and Faridat Folorunsho, 6 months, had to be given medical care after they were attacked by the officials who were attempting... Read More

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November 13, 2013

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Tragic: Teenager arraigned for shooting a 6-year-old boy to death in Ogun

by ‘Jola Sotubo A teenager in Ogun has been arraigned before a court in the state over allegations that he was responsible for the death of a young child. Kashi Kaye, 19, was taken before the Magistrate Court, sitting at the Isabo area of Abeokuta, the state capital, for allegedly causing the death of Lateef... Read More

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October 31, 2013

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25 arrested as ‘Okada’ men fight in court

by Adeola Balogun The Federal High Court in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, was the scene of a violent clash with some commercial motorcyclists aka “okada” being taken into custody for causing the fracas. Police officers in the state arrested a total of 25 of the bike riders after the clash which reportedly left dozens... Read More

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Is this what our money is being used for? Alaafin of Oyo goes shopping in London with four companions

Dear ICPC, beware of dubious politicians…Governor Amosun sounds warning

GOtv launches in Makurdi with open-air concert

Fighting in public, meeting in private | OBJ and GEJ jaw-jaw in Abuja

Tragic: Man drowns while trying to rescue his son in Ogun

From Ikeja to Ile-Ife, we talk to students about why they are angry

Man hangs himself after being duped of millions by ex-lover

He goes again – OBJ compares GEJ’s government to Abacha’s

LOL! Why Obasanjo is afraid of revealing his next of kin

First Photos: YNaija Associate Editor, Isime Esene weds his sweetheart, Mayowa Salami (LOOK)

FIRS seals Ewekoro Power Plant over unpaid N114 million tax [DETAILS]

SAD: Man commits suicide after getting dumped by his fiancée (Viewer Discretion)

MKO Abiola sacrificed everything for Nigeria – Obasanjo (finally) agrees

Pastor arrested for checking female member’s virginity… with his finger

‘They raped and hacked her to death’: 50-year-old woman killed in Ogun

‘He tore her clothes and…’: Man arrested for raping neighbour’s wife in Ogun

Cross-border robbery kingpin, Hamani Tijani dies in prison

Tragic: Cultists kill pregnant woman, student in Ogun

Vigilante members sentenced to death for brutally killing herbalist in Ogun

“I saw people crying…”: How pastor’s wife died, resurrected as burial arrangements get underway (PICTURED)

‘He hung himself with his belt’: This Polytechnic student committed suicide in Ogun (PICTURED)

Ex-CAN President, Peter Akinola rescued from kidnappers near Benin Republic border

Obasanjo may be invited by NSA over snipers allegation

“What if Jonathan had replied OBJ’s letter with ‘K’?”: Top 10 reactions to GEJ’s reply to OBJ (READ)

‘I have my facts…’: OBJ stands by issues raised in letter to Jonathan

Why I met with APC leaders – OBJ explains

FRSC officials ‘use tear-gas on 6-month-old baby, siblings’ in Ogun

Tragic: Teenager arraigned for shooting a 6-year-old boy to death in Ogun

25 arrested as ‘Okada’ men fight in court

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