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2 dead as “badoo boys” strike in Ogun
Residents of Hassan Abiodun Street, off Ojodu Berger, in Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun, woke up to the death of two lovers who were reportedly killed by Badoo boys Friday…
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Mortein champions cause to defeat malaria with Ogun state health cadets
In furtherance of its contribution to stop the spread of malaria in Nigeria and in commemoration of the 2017 World Malaria Day, insecticide brand, Mortein, has strengthened its partnership with…
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Governor Amosun escapes death on Lagos-Ibadan expressway
by Omoleye Omoruyi Governor of Ogun State, Ibikunle Amosun on Thursday escaped death in an auto accident at the Lagos-Ibadan expressway. The governor’s Senior Special Assistant on Media, Mr Juwon…
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Amosun sacks general managers of state-owned broadcast stations
by Omoleye Omoruyi The General Managers of Ogun State Broadcasting Corporation, Tunde Awolana; and General Manager, Ogun State Television, Dele Bolujoko, have been ordered to proceed on compulsory retirement from…
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Man shoots tanker operator dead for blocking his path
A young man has been shot dead by a gunman at a car wash centre located along Sam Ewang Estate, Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. According to an eyewitness, the…
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Young Nigerian-American entrepreneur empowers university students to eradicate malaria in local communities through “The Home Project”
Ilishan-Remo, Ogun State - February 2017 - Israel Olaore, 25-year old founder of The StopGo Movement and former student of Babcock University is returning to his Alma-mater to facilitate round two…
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Still on the Matter: The man who named his dog Buhari
Remember the man, Joe, who got a number of people riled up in Ogun State last August for naming his dog Buhari? A neighbour had gone to the police to…
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#NYSCAbuse: So it’s not only the corps that is abusive, find out what these corps members did in Ogun
While we lament the wickedness of the National Youth Service corps and are over here frantically trying to seek justice, some corps members, in classic Nigerian style, have decided to…
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The YNaija Cover this morning – the 6th of December
Read the full stories and analyses here now!
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I was not transfixed by ‘gods’, I kept quiet under God’s instruction – Pastor
A pastor, Wale Fagbare, who was reportedly paralysed after destroying a shrine in Aiyetoro in Ogun says the reports are untrue. According to Fagbare, the posture he maintained when he was…
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Pastor transfixed while trying to destroy shrine in Ogun
Residents of Ketu, Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State were served real drama after a pastor, identified as Wale Fagbere reportedly got stuck while trying to destroy a shrine.…
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2 killed, 9 injured in multiple accident in Ogun
A multiple auto accident at the notorious Onipepeye stretch of the Sagamu – Abeokuta Road on Tuesday claimed the lives of two persons, injuring nine others. According to The Nation the accident…
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50-year-old man arrested for raping 13-year-old girl
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 50-year-old man, Joseph Sunday for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl in Ilaro, Yewa North Local Government Area of the state. The suspect allegedly dragged…
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Ogun state permanent secretary dies after swearing-in
A permanent secretary in the Ogun State civil service has died barely 48 hours after being sworn into office, Premium Times reports. Olubunmi Odumusi died in her sleep on Friday night at…
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Police arrest brothel-running ‘prophetess’ in Ogun
The Ogun State Police Command on Friday paraded a prophetess for allegedly running a prostitution ring, using teenagers, Daily Post reports. Idowu Olupinla, 54, the founder of a white garment, Adura migba…
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Police arrest land grabbers for alleged murder
The Ogun State Police Command says its men have arrested two land grabbers suspected to have murdered one Taofeek Bakare in Sango Ota. The spokesperson for the command, ASP Abimbola…
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The Big 5: These are the stories you should be monitoring today
These are the top five news stories to monitor today 1. Aisha Buhari visits U.S After allegations that she is wanted in the U.S, wife of the President, Aisha Buhari,…
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Gunmen go on rampage in Ogun state, kill 4 persons
The Ogijo area of Ogun state was thrown into disarray on Tuesday and Wednesday as some gunmen shot sporadically killing no fewer than four residents. According to Punch Metro one of those…
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Governor Amosun visits Arepo, praises military offensive (PHOTOS)
Governor of Ogun state, Ibikunle Amosun has paid a visit to Arepo community after the military airstrikes to rid the community of hoodlums and militants. Residents of the community, have…
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PDP Chairmanship: Gbenga Daniel steps down for Dokpesi
Former Governor of Ogun state, Otunba Gbenga Daniel has halted his ambition to be the next chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) according to The Vanguard. Daniel says he will…
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Just In: Ogun Police rescue chained 10-year-old girl
The Ogun Police Command has rescued another chained 10-year-old girl. The victim known as Promise Udeh, was rescued at Adigbe area of Abeokuta. She was rescued on Thursday when neighbours…
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THE YNAIJA TRACKLIST: MEND attack Buratai | UBA denies links to Turkey’s failed coup | Hilary Clinton makes history at DNC | More
From the papers this morning- a tracklist MEND flays Army chief Buratai for 'insensitive' comments YNaija Some ambassadorial nominees could not recite Nigeria's national anthem at screening YNaija Aisha Buhari…
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Teacher lands in court after ‘having oral sex with student’
The Police, on Tuesday, arraigned a 21-year-old teacher, Matthew Sodake, at an Ota Magistrates’ Court for allegedly having oral sex with a 14-year-old student. The prosecutor, Sgt. Chudu Gbesi, told…
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Just In: Remo monarch, Oba Michael Adeniyi Sonariwo is dead
Respected Remo monarch, Oba Michael Adeniyi Sonariwo, the Akarigbo of Remoland, is dead. The Ogun State first class monarch who was aged 90 died Saturday, July 23 in London. Oba…
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Opinion: Ogun state is now for the highest bidder
by Tajudeen Sanusi Even though the last general election was just a year ago, the race to occupy the Oke-Mosan Governor’s office of Ogun State has begun in an unprecedented pace.…
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How gunmen kidnapped Ogun lawmaker’s wife
Some gunmen have kidnapped the wife of a member of the Ogun State House of Assembly (OGHA), Hon. Olufowobi Oyenuga. Felicia Oyenuga, wife of the lawmaker representing Ijebu East constituency at…
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How militants attacked Ogun deputy governor’s entourage
Officials of the Nigerian Army and the Police Force were on Monday engaged in a 20-minute gun battle with militants when the Ogun Deputy Governor, Yetunde Onanuga, visited the Ebute-Ibafo in…
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The Explainer: What the government wants you to know about the ‘Ogun River’
Last weekend, an unusual thing happened to the Ogun river - which left residents of the area baffled, stunned and in search of answers. The river, which is near the…
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Report: ‘Niger Delta militants relocating to Ogun state’
Militants from the Niger Delta region are relocating to Ogun state for a safe haven, says the Commissioner of Police, Abdulmajid Ali. The commissioner made the assertion on Sunday in…
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How over 100 militants invaded Ogun village, left corpses behind
About 15 people are said to have died in Imushin community of the Ogijo area of Ogun State after suspected militants, on Friday, invaded the the community, the Punch reports. The…
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YMonitor
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- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy