OGUN NUJ Commends Gboyega Nasir Isiaka for Donating 100 Executive Chairs

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Council, has expressed profound appreciation to Hon. Gboyega Nasir Isiaka (GNI) for his generous donation of 100 sophisticated, branded executive chairs to the Council. 

The gesture is seen as a remarkable contribution to the welfare and working environment of journalists in the state.

Presenting the chairs, Hon. Isiaka reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the media as a vital partner in deepening democracy, good governance, and accountability. 

He noted that journalists play a crucial role in nation-building, and equipping them with a conducive working environment is an investment in the growth of society.

In his remarks, the Chairman of Ogun NUJ, Comrade Wale Olanrewaju lauded the donation as timely, impactful, and a clear demonstration of GNI’s unwavering support for the Union. 

He emphasized that the new chairs would enhance the comfort and productivity of members while further uplifting the image of the Council.

The Council further noted that the donation reflects Gboyega Nasir Isiaka’s long-standing relationship with the press and his consistent belief in the power of the media to drive positive change. Members described the gesture as not just an act of kindness but a testament to GNI’s visionary leadership.

Ogun NUJ, on behalf of its members, pledged to make judicious use of the chairs and reiterated its readiness to continue upholding the ethics of the profession. 

The Union also called on other well-meaning individuals and institutions to emulate this laudable example by supporting the press in ways that strengthen its capacity to serve society better.

E - Signed 

Bunmi Adigun 

Ogun NUJ Secretary

₦250m Club House Launch: Former Speaker Admonishes Countrymen to Foster Progress and Unity

Former Speaker of Ogun State House of Assembly, who currently serves as Chairman, House of Assembly Service Commission, Rt. Hon. Suraj Ishola Adekunbi, has admonished indigenes of Yewa communities to be symbols of excellence in their various professions and endeavor to foster progress and unity among themselves. 

The Ex-Speaker gave the admonition during an official unveiling of the Grand Ayetoro City Club and launching of two hundred and fifty million naira (₦250m) club house in Ayetoro, Yewa North area of Ogun State. 

Applauding the club members for their uniqueness and community team spirit, Adekunbi enjoined them to continue to see to the social and economic growth and development of Yewa communities. 

Delivering a paper titled, "Togetherness We Rise, Building Community Through Fellowship and Service", the guest speaker, Dean, Faculty of Arts, Management and Science, Kola Daisi University, Ibadan, Oyo State, Prof. Jendele Hungbo explained that unity was the key ingredient in building a community that leads to social, educational, infrastructurural and political development.

Prof. Hungbo admonished members of Grand Ayetoro City Club to work together and speak with one voice for the progress of humanity to elevate Ogun West and the State at large, saying that Ayetoro indigenes should be conscious of their identities while contributing their quota in their different professions. 

Speaking at the event, the Pioneer President, Grand Ayetoro City Club, Hon. Morakinyo Ogooluwa Akinleye, stated that the club was established with the aim that each member would contribute to the growth and sustainability of Ayetoro community and Ogun State. 

Akinleye added that the club composed indigenes of Ayetoro either by paternal or maternal relations for great transformation and collective participations in building the society with opportunities for development of the youths and Ayetoro community. 

Busayo Faleti, 

Information and Public Relations Officer,

Ogun State House of Assembly Service Commission

HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY SERVICE COMMISSION ASSURES COLLABORATION WITH MAINSTREAM

A former Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, who also serves as Chairman, Assembly Service Commission, Rt. Hon. Suraj Adekumbi has assured workers of the Commission and House of Assembly of their readiness to collaborate with the main Civil Service Commission in the State in achieving governmental set goals.

Adekumbi made the assurance in Abeokuta at the induction and training programme for newly recruited officers to the Commission, noting that the collaboration was imperative at ensuring synergy and growth between the Legislative and Executive Arms of Government.

He enjoined the officers to justify their recruitment in the service as a will of God and service to their father’s land, saying that many had no such opportunities, hence, the need for them to contribute their quota meaningfully well to the Commission and the State at large.

“Indeed, it is an opportunity for you to be a staff of the Commission, you need to contribute your expertise and knowledge to the growth and development of the Commission and the State Government, so as to justify your recruitment,” Adekumbi said.

The Ex Speaker applauded the State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun for the approval of both recruitment and the Induction of the new officers, noting that it was a blessing to the Executive and Legislative Arms.

In his remarks, the Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya enjoined the inductees to live a life of accountability and transparency in service, adding that it was a grace for them to be shortlisted among the many applicants that applied for the job.

"You have been called into a noble job that needs total dedication, you must be well guided by the books and see your employment as a call to service and duty", HoS said.

In her contribution, Permanent Secretary, Bureau of Establishment and Training, Mrs. Lydia Fajounbo, said the collaboration of the Assembly Commission together with the mainstream was the first of its kind in the history of the Civil Service in the State, saying that the training was necessary to foster quality and efficiency in service delivery.

She admonished the new officers to abide by the rules and regulations, adding that there were various rules to guide them in the service for effective performance such as Civil Service, Public Service and Financial Regulation rules.

Appreciating the Governor, some of the newly recruited staff, an Administrative Officer, Mr. Olufemi Kadiri and an Information Officer/Public Relations Officer, Miss. Feyisara Olaleye, assured of their professionalism in the line of duty.

Busayo Faleti,

Information and Public Relations Officer, HASC.

No Mystery in Ember Months, Road Users Should be More Cautious –FRSC Commander



Nigerians have been called upon to discard the long-held myth surrounding the last four months of the year, popularly referred to as the “ember months,” stressing that there is no peculiarity or mystery attached to that period of the calendar.

The Ogun State Sector Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Corps Commander Akinwunmi Fasakin, stated this while addressing members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun State Information Chapel, during their monthly congress held at the Chief Olusegun Osoba Press Centre, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta. 

Speaking on the theme: “Safety on Our Roads and the Ember Months Mystery”, Commander Fasakin explained that the rise in road crashes usually recorded during the ember months has nothing to do with superstition but with human, vehicular, and environmental factors with human factors being the dominant cause.

“The major reason we have an increase in the number of accidents during ember months is the surge in vehicular and economic activities on the roads during that period. Our target is to reduce crashes to the barest minimum,” he said.

He urged motorists and road users to obey safety guidelines such as avoiding overloading and overspeeding, not drinking and driving, and ensuring vehicles are in good condition before embarking on journeys. According to him, safety on the roads is not the responsibility of government alone but a collective obligation of all. 

Commander Fasakin further assured that the FRSC will continue to intensify its efforts by partnering with media organizations to enlighten the public on road safety practices.

Earlier in his remarks, the Chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ogun State Information Chapel, Comrade 'Femi Osipitan, commended the Corps for its continuous efforts in sensitizing the public on road safety pledging media’s support in amplifying safety messages to the public.

Responding, Messrs Suraj Popoola, Wale Osunbiyi, Gbenga Owolabi and Mrs. Jibola Taiwo lauded FRSC for its proactive campaigns and saving lives a d helping to reduce crashes on the road.

ISLAND CLUB HOSTS NIGERIA @ 65 INDEPENDENCE LECTURE & AWARDS NIGHT

As Nigeria marks her 65th Independence Anniversary, Island Club, Nigeria’s premier social club and custodian of national dialogue since 1943, proudly announces the Nigeria @ 65 Independence Lecture & Awards Night, scheduled for Thursday, 2nd October 2025, at the historic Peacock Hall, Island Club, Lagos.

In a release signed by the Honorary General Secretary of the Club, Aare Ayodele Bankole, KCOP, the theme for this year is revealed as:

“Nigeria and the African Reawakening: The Giant That Must Not Sleep.”

The lecture will examine Nigeria’s historic journey from colonial subjugation to statehood, and critically engage her central role in Africa’s political and economic resurgence within the global order.

The keynote address will be delivered by Professor Patrick Loch Otieno Lumumba, the renowned Pan-Africanist, legal luminary, and globally respected thought leader.

The discussion will be enriched by a distinguished panel including:

 • Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola, SAN, CON, former Governor of Lagos State and former Minister for Power, Works & Housing;

 • Professor Bolaji Akinyemi, CON, eminent diplomat, scholar, former Minister of External Affairs, and Special Guest of Honour;

 • Chief Wole Olanipekun, CFR, SAN, LL.D, D.Litt, FICMM, FCIArb, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman, Governing Council, University of Lagos.

The deliberations will be professionally documented and synthesised by Professor Eghosa Osaghae, Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA), who will serve as Rapporteur.

The evening will culminate in a prestigious Awards Ceremony, dedicated exclusively to honouring the current Grand Patron of Island Club, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and the Club’s Past Grand Patrons who also served as Presidents of the Federal Republic of Nigeria: General Yakubu Gowon, GCFR; Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, GCFR; and Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan, GCFR.

The 2025 Independence Lecture & Awards Night will convene statesmen, policymakers, captains of industry, diplomats, and eminent citizens in a distinguished assembly dedicated to Nigeria’s growth and Africa’s rebirth. Attendance is strictly by invitation.

For over eight decades, Island Club has remained a beacon of unity, dialogue, and civic engagement. With this 2025 edition, the Club once again reaffirms its enduring role in shaping Nigeria’s future and Africa’s place in the world.

Aare Ayodele Bankole, KCOP

Hon. General Secretary

NEWMAP-EIB: Ogun Govt. Pays ₦.5bn Counterpart Fund, 100% Ready to Tackle Gully Erosion - FG

In its continued effort towards effective flood and erosion control across the State, the Prince Dapo Abiodun led government in Ogun State has paid a counterpart fund of Five Hundred Million Naira (₦500,000,000) which is one of the major criteria to assessing support fund from European Investment Bank for approved intervention sites in the Nigeria Climate Adaptation – Erosion and Watershed Project (NEWMAP-EIB). 

The National Project Coordinator, NEWMAP-EIB, Engr. Ayuba Anda Yalaks made this known in Abeokuta during an inspection tour to Ogun State to assess the level of preparedness and readiness of the state and to have an "on the spot assessment" of the project sites that had been captured for intervention. 

The Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU) in company of the Ogun State Project Management Unit (SPMU) led by the National Project Coordinator inspected the Makalewo and Olorunsogo gully sites, both in Ijebu Ode Local government area of the state, the Ojumele gully site in Sagamu Local Government and Ishakale gully site in Ado - Odo Ota Local Government area of the state amongst others to determine the level of damages already caused by the erosion and proffer solutions. 

Speaking with journalists after the inspection exercise, Engr. Yalaks assured the state of the needed support from the federal government and development partners in terms of the technical guidance and finance affirming that Ogun State is hundred percent (100%) ready to commence operation. 

The National Project Coordinator who disclosed that the state has ticked the major criteria boxes to be considered ready as highlighted by the FPMU appreciated the Ogun State government for not paying lip service to the project while pleading with the state to do more to support the project with additional finance if and when the need arises. 

Receiving the team on behalf of the State Governor, the Chief Economic Adviser to the Governor who doubles as the Commissioner for Finance in the State, Mr. Dapo Okubadejo and his counterparts from the Ministries of Environment, Dr. Ola Oresanya and that of Budget and Planning, Mr. Olaolu Olabimtan appreciated the team for the visit disclosing that the payment of the counterpart funds revealed the commitment of the state to the project which would help to protect the residents against flood and erosion havocs.

The trio revealed that if other states fail to key into the project, Ogun State will not because the State is at the receiving end of the water coming from the upstream adding that Ogun state must be well prepared for the flood because if anything happens to Oyan Dam located on the longest tributaries to Ogun river, 

the impact would be so devastating to the communities downstream. 

On his part, the State Project Coordinator of NEWMAP-EIB, Engr. Ismail Adenuga disclosed that the essence of the visit and inspection tour was to assess the level of damage done by the erosion and its impact on the environment, communities and property with the aim of providing a lasting solution to the identified sites. 

Some residents of the affected areas, Messrs Abiodun Olubajo, Banuso Oyeyinka, Abiodun Olaloko, Kayode Bello and Mrs. Funmilayo Egbeleye, all pleaded with government to come to their aid for normalcy to return through the proper discharge of the flood into appropriate streams to avoid loss of lives and property. 

They also appreciated the government through the NEWMAP-EIB team for having the people at heart and planning to fix the gullies saying their coming alone is a relief that the days of erosions and flood wrecking havocs in their communities are numbered.

Signed, 

Femi Osipitan, 

Project Communication Officer, 

Ogun State NEWMAP-EIB