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Adedire Gadgets Surprises Midas Street Food CEO with iPhone 17 Pro Max After Community Food Outreach
What began as a birthday celebration and a free street food campaign ended with an unexpected gesture of appreciation, as Adedire Gadgets presented an iPhone 17 Pro Max to the CEO of Midas Street Food in recognition of his impact-driven initiative.
Miss Ilese 2026 Crowns New Queen as Ariyo Oluwaferanmi Emerges Winner
An evening of beauty, culture and elegance came to a memorable close as Ariyo Oluwaferanmi was crowned Miss Ilese 2026, leading a new court of queens committed to representing the community over the next year.
Fastlink Team Pays Appreciation Visit to Ijebu Business School
The management of Fastlink Phones and Gadgets paid a courtesy and appreciation visit to Ijebu Business School, expressing gratitude for the institution's contributions to business growth across Ijebuland.
Jet Wave Logistics Set for Ijebu-Ode Launch, Announces Strategic Partnerships with Three Local Businesses
Ahead of its official launch on August 1, Jet Wave Logistics has unveiled partnerships with three established businesses in Ijebu-Ode, signalling its ambition to build a strong local network from day one.
Afolabi Rofiat Becomes First Female to Cross the Finish Line at 2026 Community Marathon
Representing the host community of Ilese, Afolabi Rofiat emerged as the first female athlete to complete the 18-kilometre marathon at the 2026 community celebration, finishing the race in 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Muhammed Ayomide Defends Title, Wins 18km Marathon at Ilese Day 2026
For the second consecutive year, Muhammed Ayomide of Ikene Local Government emerged victorious in the Ilese Day Marathon, crossing the finish line in 1 hour and 8 minutes. His latest triumph also cements an impressive four-year record in one of the community’s flagship sporting events.
Ebumawe of Ago-Iwoye Describes Aletheia University VC's Appointment as 'A Round Peg in a Round Hole'
The Ebumawe of Ago-Iwoye Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Oba Abdul Razaq Adesina Adenugba, has described the appointment of Aletheia University's new Vice-Chancellor, Professor Akinyemi Dewumi Olukayode, as "a round peg in a round hole," reaffirming his commitment to the university's growth.
Ogun CP Bode Ojajuni Visits Ijebu Igbo Area Command, Commissions New Commander's Residence
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, paid a courtesy and familiarisation visit to the Area Command in Ijebu Igbo, where he also commissioned the newly constructed Area Commander residence.
Ojúde Ọba Must Be Preserved Beyond Social Media Popularity
What UNESCO recognition would mean for one of Nigeria’s most visible cultural festivals and why the work of preservation must begin long before the applause, fashion photographs and viral moments fade.
IjebuRewa CEO Hosts Radio Personality OmoAkin, Pledges Support for Community Initiatives
The Chief Executive Officer of IjebuRewa, Ambassador Sijuade Olalekan, on Thursday received popular radio personality OmoAkin and members of his team during a courtesy visit to the organisation’s office, where both parties discussed collaboration and community-focused initiatives. The meeting centred on ideas aimed at promoting development within Ijebuland, with OmoAkin presenting a number of proposed […]
Why Ijebu Needs Remo, and Remo Needs Ijebu, to Build a Viable State
The renewed campaign for the creation of Ijebu State has once again placed an old aspiration at the centre of public conversation. For generations, political leaders, traditional institutions and community stakeholders across Ijebuland have argued that the region possesses the history, identity, population and economic potential required to stand as a state within the Nigerian […]
Masa Isonyin Marathon 2026 Offers ₦15 Million as Registration Continues
Runners from across Nigeria are preparing to converge on Isonyin for the Masa Isonyin Marathon 2026, a 21-kilometre road race scheduled for Saturday, August 22, 2026, in Isonyin, Ijebu North East Local Government Area of Ogun State. Themed “Running for Elevation,” the marathon is expected to attract elite athletes, amateur runners, local competitors and sports […]
Ogun State Director of Sports, Mr. Oluseyi Sonde, Commends Ijebu Premier League’s Growth
Ogun State Director of Sports, Mr. Oluseyi Sonde, has praised the Ijebu Premier League for its improved organization, talent development, and player documentation during Week 6 of the competition.
Emmanuel Ben’s Hat-Trick Sinks Dominion Pacers as Kiraa FA Claims Statement Victory
Emmanuel Ben starred with a sensational hat-trick and earned the Man of the Match award as Kiraa FA secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Dominion Pacers in one of the Ijebu Premier League’s best matches of the season.
Ijebu Ode Legislative Council Moves to Establish Scholarship Board for Indigent Students
The Ijebu Ode Local Government Legislative Council has commenced the legislative process to establish an Ijebu Ode Local Government Scholarship Board, a move aimed at expanding access to education and supporting indigent students across the local government. The proposed Byelaw was introduced during Thursday’s plenary session by the Councilor representing Ward 8, Hon. Salami Quadri, […]
YESIR Foundation Rewards Ogun East’s Top Four Public School Students with ₦2 Million for Outstanding 2026 UTME Performance
Four exceptional public school students from Ogun East Senatorial District have been rewarded with a total of ₦2 million by the YESIR Foundation in recognition of their outstanding performances in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The presentation, held in July 2026 as part of the Foundation’s 3rd Academic Excellence Award for Exceptional Talents, […]
One Year Without Awujale: Remembering Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona and the End of a Defining Era in Ijebuland
One year ago today, Ijebuland stood still. The ancient kingdom bid farewell to one of its most influential monarchs as His Royal Majesty, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, GCON, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, was laid to rest in Ijebu Ode. His passing marked the end of an extraordinary reign that shaped not only […]
Jidex Foods Opens Production Facility in Ijebu Ode, Expands Local Snack Manufacturing
The food manufacturing sector in Ijebu Ode has welcomed a new player with the official opening of Jidex Foods Nigeria Limited, a locally owned food processing company focused on producing packaged snacks for consumers within and beyond Ogun State. Located in Ijebu Ode, the newly established company has commenced operations with a range of products […]
From Small Classroom Pageants to the Biggest Campus Crown: How Adigun Favour Became TASFUED Most Beautiful 2026
IJAGUN, OGUN STATE — When Adigun Favour was crowned TASFUED Most Beautiful 2026 on June 5, it was more than the announcement of a new campus queen. For many students who had watched her journey over the years, the moment represented the reward for persistence, growth, and an unwavering commitment to becoming better. Her victory […]
Ojúde Ọba 2026: How a Festival of Memory Became a Global Cultural Moment
Ojúde Ọba had always been a celebration held in honour of the Awujale, but in 2026, the man whose reign had defined the festival’s modern identity was no longer physically present, that absence should become the emotional centre of the story. There was colour everywhere, but beneath the colour was memory. The horse-riders still entered […]
Kuku Hamidah: Youngest Female Horse Rider at Ojude Oba 2025
At just 11 years old, Kuku Hamidah Anjolaoluwa rode her way into the hearts of thousands at Ojude Oba 2025, earning recognition as the youngest female horse rider in this year’s grand cultural parade. Representing the prestigious Kuku Royal Family, Hamidah made a stunning return for her second official appearance at the annual celebration — […]
The Bob Party Set to Rock Ijebu Ode with a Fusion of Reggae and Afrobeats
Get ready for an unforgettable night in Ijebu Ode as the much-anticipated The Bob Party takes centre stage! This classic party promises to blend reggae and afro beats perfectly, creating a unique vibe that celebrates music, culture, and togetherness. Set to be the best of its kind, the event will feature vibrant colours inspired by […]
Suspected Cultist Arrested in Connection to Brutal Ijebu Ode Killing
Suspected Cultist – In the early hours of August 17, 2024, police in Ogun State apprehended Adekunle Adebajo, alias Kunle Polly, a suspected member of the Eiye confraternity, in connection with the recent murder of an individual known as “Mosquito” in ljebu Ode. The arrest followed a violent clash between rival cult groups in the […]