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Court Dismisses Adebutu's Bid in Vote-Buying Case

A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed Ladi Adebutu's application to stop his trial over alleged vote-buying during the 2023 Ogun State governorship election, ordering the case to proceed.

Abia, Ogun Lead Nigeria Health Investment Rankings

Groundbreaking report reveals Abia and Ogun states are outpacing others in health sector investments, signaling a major shift in Nigeria's healthcare landscape. Discover how these states are setting new standards for medical infrastructure and funding.

OPU Appoints Adedire as New Secretary-General

The Ogun Progressives Union (OPU) has appointed Comrade Tunde Adedire as its new Secretary-General in a strategic move to strengthen the organization's leadership and advance its political agenda across Ogun State.

Weather delays Lagos-Abeokuta road construction

Construction firm Hensek Engineering cites persistent rainfall as major obstacle slowing progress on critical Lagos-Abeokuta highway project, promising accelerated work during dry season.

NDLEA seizes 1,779kg cannabis in Ogun, arrests 3

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have intercepted a massive consignment of cannabis sativa weighing 1,779kg in Ogun State, arresting three suspects in a major crackdown on drug trafficking.

Oyo Police Bust Gang, Arrest 6, Recover Weapons

Nigerian Police Force in Oyo State scores major victory against crime as operatives dismantle dangerous criminal network, recover sophisticated weapons and military gear in intelligence-driven raid.

Oke-Ogun PDP Leaders Back Makinde, Affirm Unity

Key PDP stakeholders from Oke-Ogun zone have thrown their weight behind Governor Seyi Makinde, resolving internal differences and presenting a united front ahead of future political contests in Oyo State.

Southern Kaduna Senator defects from PDP to APC

In a dramatic political shift, Senator Sunday Katung representing Southern Kaduna has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party to the ruling All Progressives Congress, citing national interest and progressive governance.

Four Dead in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Truck Crash

A devastating multiple truck accident on the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway has claimed four lives, causing major traffic disruption and raising safety concerns about Nigeria's crucial transport corridor.

Five Enugu Reps Defect from PDP to APC

In a stunning political realignment, five House of Representatives members from Enugu State have abandoned the Peoples Democratic Party for the All Progressives Congress, reshaping the state's political landscape ahead of crucial elections.

Kara Bridge Crash Kills 4, Including Police Officer

A devastating truck accident on Kara Bridge along Lagos-Ibadan Expressway has left four people dead, including a police officer, causing major traffic disruption and raising safety concerns.

Cross River Political Crisis: Mass Defection Looms

Cross River State politics heats up as Senator Jarigbe Agom Jarigbe meets with PDP stalwarts, triggering speculation of imminent mass defections that could reshape the state's political landscape ahead of crucial elections.

Zamfara Assembly Member Defects from PDP to APC

In a significant political realignment, Zamfara State Assembly member Hon. Yusuf Muhammad and several PDP officials have officially defected to the ruling APC, citing governance concerns and party leadership issues.

Ogun Auto Crash Claims 4 Lives, 3 Injured

A devastating road accident along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway has left four people dead and three critically injured. Get the latest details on this heartbreaking incident.

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