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As the people yearn for a leadership rooted in empathy, action and integrity, one man is quietly redefining what it means to serve, even without holding public office. Hon. Jenriyi Osinowo, a devoted member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ijebu North local government is fast becoming a household name in the local government and indeed, across the Ijebu North, Ijebu East & Ogun waterside Federal constituency.  His selfless projects and unwavering loyalty to the party are setting a new standard for leadership rooted in action, not just ambition. As momentum gathers ahead of the 2027 elections, Osinowo is not just seen as a hopeful, rather, he is widely regarded as the people’s choice, a leader who has already earned the trust and admiration of his constituency through years of visible impact and tireless dedication. Unlike many who wait for the mantle of power before making a difference, Hon. Osinowo has proven that influence begins with compassion and his p...

The Chairman of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Otunba Taofeek Sokoya (Danku), has extended commendations to Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, while honoring the heroes of Nigeria’s democracy on the occasion of Democracy Day.   Otunba Sokoya praised Governor Abiodun for his steadfast dedication to democratic governance and infrastructural development in Ogun State. He highlighted the governor’s people-centered policies, which have led to significant improvements in road networks, healthcare, education, and security. According to him, Governor Abiodun’s inclusive governance approach reflects the true essence of democracy, ensuring that the benefits of good governance reach all citizens.   The AMORAN Chairman also applauded President Bola Tinubu for his bold leadership and visionary policies aimed at strengthening democracy and driving sustainable national growth. He ackno...

By: Temitope OYEKAN In a momentous occasion, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat MADEIN, the immediate past and first female Accountant General of the Federation (Nigeria), has emerged the President of the Christ Apostolic Grammar School Old Students' Association (CAGSOSA) 76-81 set. Delivering her acceptance speech shortly after the election held at the alma mater on Sunday, 1st June, 2025, Dr. MADEIN expressed her profound gratitude to the Electoral Committee, led by Pastor Kunle ADESEMOWO for their dedication and transparency throughout the electoral process. She also thanked members of the association for their decorum and mutual respect during the election period, noting that their conduct reflects the association's strong foundations of love and purpose. Dr. MADEIN pledged to lead an administration guided by accountability, transparency, and responsibility, promising to work collaboratively with members to build a united front driven by shared memories and a determi...

Honours members with awards and Chieftaincy Titles By: Temitope OYEKAN The Blessed Bomode Oku Society, Iperu Remo, Ogun State, a foremost socio-cultural age-grade group, has celebrated its 60th anniversary on Saturday, 31st May, 2025. The event featured the commissioning of the BBOS Secretariat/Multipurpose Hall,  installation of chiefs and presentation of awards of honour to deserving members.  The society founded in 1964, has a membership strength of over 100, both at home and in the diaspora, who are all doing well in their chosen professions. Among them are successful business owners and top civil servants who have attained the peak of their career in both the state and federal civil services, including the first female Accountant General of the Federation, Dr. Oluwatoyin Sakirat MADEIN, who retired few months ago after an unblemished career and her meritorious service to the country. The Secretary and Giwa of the society, Pr...

By: Temitope OYEKAN The Blessed Bomode Oku Society, Iperu Remo, Ogun State, a foremost socio-cultural age-grade group,  will celebrate its 60 years of existence on  Saturday, 31st May, 2025. The event will  feature the commissioning of the BBOS Secretariat/Multipurpose Hall, a project initiated by the group fourteen years ago. It will also feature installation of chiefs and presentation of awards of honour to deserving members.  Venue of the event which holds between 11am and 7pm is the BBOS Secretariat/Multipurpose Hall, besides Foursquare Gospel Church, Imale, off Ilisan Road, Iperu Remo. The society was founded in 1964 by the parents of Tajudeen AMUSA, the current President; Fausat OSO-ADESUYI, Lady President; and High Chief Rasaq OSO (Oshopey), the Apena of Iperu and Baale of Iragbon, who is the Olootu Asipa Egbe from inception.  Then known as Egbe Bomode Oku with members spreading across those born between the years 1964 and 1965, the group chan...

.....𝘚𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘪𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘩𝘺 𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘶𝘳 The leadership and entire members of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Ogun State Chapter, heartily congratulate our father and leader, the number one member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State, 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙚𝙛 𝙔𝙚𝙢𝙞 𝙎𝙖𝙣𝙪𝙨𝙞, on his appointment as the Chairman, Board of the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria (CRIN), by His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. This appointment is not only a recognition of Chief Sanusi’s unrivalled commitment to progressive leadership and excellence, but also a clear testament to his years of selfless service, discipline and dedication to the development of Ogun State and Nigeria at large. As a respected statesman and visionary leader, we are strongly convinced that Chief Sanusi's wealth of experience and strategic insight will undoubtedly reposition CRIN for greater efficiency, research-driven innovation and nati...

Temitope OYEKAN, a retired Deputy Director of Information in the Ogun State Local Government Service, and the immediate-past Head of Department, Information, Education and Sports, Ikenne Local Government, has commiserated with Yeye Adenike Adebutu, on the passing of her loving mum, Alhaja Mujidat Abeke OGUNNAIKE, the revered Iyalode Akarigbo, who departed this life on Sunday, 11th May, 2025, at the age of 76. In a condolence message released to the press on monday, OYEKAN expressed his heartfelt condolence to Yeye ADEBUTU, and her amiable husband, Hon. Oladipupo ADEBUTU, on the glorious transition of the well-loved and much-respected Iyalode Akarigbo, Alhaja Mujidat OGUNNAIKE. "On behalf of my darling wife, Aderemi, and myself, I extend our heartfelt condolences to Yeye Adenike Omolola ADEBUTU, the Yeye Okanlomo of Iperu Akesanland, Yeye Otun Ajagungbade of Remoland, Erelu Lisa Aje of Egbaland, and Yeye Asiwaju of Odogbolu, on the loss of her beloved mother. The deceas...

Otunba Taiwo OYEBANJO, President, Iperu Akesan Development Association, has sent words of appreciation to everyone who contributed to the successful hosting of the grand homecoming reception for the first female and immediate past Accountant-General of the Federation, Dr. (Mrs). Ol uwatoyin Sakirat MADEIN, held on Friday, 2nd May, 2025 Otunba OYEBANJO, in his message of gratitude, expressed his heartfelt appreciation to Almighty God, and also thanked members of the main committee, members of the sub-committees, and all individuals who contributed to the welcome home ceremony for the distinguished daughter and illustrious indigene of Iperu Akesanland, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin MADEIN, whom she described as the trailblazing first female Accountant General of the Federation. "We are immensely proud of the AGF Homecoming Reception committee's outstanding performance throughout the ceremony, which left us deeply excited and impressed. Our gratitude extends to ou...

Abeokuta South - The Legislative Council of Abeokuta South Local Government has announced the termination of its contract with Necad Nerrow Nigeria Limited, the management firm responsible for collecting Internal Generated Revenue (IGR) from commercial motorcyclists.  This decision follows allegations of extortion levelled against the company. The Council had earlier suspended the collection of fines related to helmets, carrying more than one passenger, side mirrors on Monday and summoned key stakeholders, including representatives from the Amalgamated Commercial Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (ACOMORAN), the Association of Motorcycles owners and Riders of Nigeria (AMORAN), Riders and Owners of Motorcycles Organisation (ROMO), the Arewa Motorcycles Riders Association, and Mr. Nurudeen Olayinka Adenuga of Necad Nerrow Nigeria Limited. While representatives from ACOMORAN, AMORAN, ROMO, and the Hausa community were present at today's meeting, the management of Ne...

May 5, 2025 | Abeokuta, Ogun State   The Abeokuta South Local Government Legislative Council has directed Necad Nerrow Nigeria Limited to immediately halt the collection of fines on helmets and side mirrors from commercial motorcycle operators within the council area.   The resolution, tagged House Resolution No. 7, was passed during the council’s sitting on Monday, May 5, 2025, following tensions between Necad Nerrow’s management and the Arewa faction of Okada riders.   Key Directives:   1. Suspension of Fines:  The enforcement of penalties for helmet and side mirror violations has been put on hold until further notice.   2. Summons for Necad Nerrow Boss: Mr. Olayinka Nurudeen Adenuga the Executive Officer of Necad Nerrow, is to appear before the council on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, by 10:00 AM for further discussions.   3. Riders’ Associations to Meet: Two representatives each from four major motorcycle associati...

By: Temitope OYEKAN  Dr. Mrs. Oluwatoyin Sakirat MADEIN, the first female Accountant General of the Federation (Rtd.), has expressed her profound gratitude to the good people of Iperu Akesanland for the warm homecoming reception held in her honour on May 2nd, 2025. In a heartfelt thank-you message, Dr. MADEIN described the reception as "unprecedented" and "beyond words," as she specifically thanked the Iperu Akesan Development Association for spearheading the event, the dedicated planning committee for its seamless execution, and the Alaperu-in-Council, Iperu Council of Obas, Baales, Olorituns, families, clubs, groups, associations, community, religious, and political leaders, and all indigenes of Iperu Akesanland, both at home and abroad, for their support.   She extended special thanks to her husband, Engr. Adeleke Olusina MADEIN; their children; the entire MADEIN family; the Olowo Oloye family; her bosom friend, Dr. Joke SOFOWO...

 The Ogun State Chapter of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) has joined in celebrating Nigerian workers on the occasion of International Workers’ Day, recognizing their resilience and contributions to national development, particularly in the transport sector.   In a statement issued by the State Chairman, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, AMORAN described May Day as “a moment to honour the dignity of labour and the unwavering efforts of those who keep the wheels of our economy moving, often under challenging conditions.”   Sokoya specifically applauded motorcycle riders, mechanics, and informal transport operators in Ogun State, noting their crucial role in sustaining mobility and economic activities across urban and rural communities.   “Despite the current situation of things, our members continue to demonstrate discipline, resilience, and an enduring hope for a better future,” he said.   The AMOR...

As workers across the globe observe this year’s International Workers’ Day, the Ogun State Chapter of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) has joined in celebrating the unyielding spirit and contribution of Nigerian workers, particularly those in the transport sector. In a statement commemorating May Day 2025 issued by the State Chairman of AMORAN, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, he described the day as “a moment to honour the dignity of labour and the unwavering efforts of those who keep the wheels of our economy moving, often under challenging conditions.” Otunba Sokoya paid special tribute to motorcycle riders, mechanics and other informal transport operators in Ogun State. According to him, these individuals play a critical role in delivering essential services and sustaining livelihoods across urban and rural communities. “Despite the current situation of things,” he noted, “our members continue to demonstrate discipline, res...

The Executive Chairman, Obafemi Owode Local Government, Amb. Adesina 'Lanre Ogunsola, FCPA has put on hold the activities of Iyaloja in Mowe market for Six months following the tussle between two faction claiming the position of Iyaloja which had prompted a protest by the  Association of Mowe Market Men and Women condemning the treatment of Iyaloja in regard to extortion and collection of exorbitant levies on  the traders in the market. Amb. Ogunsola made the proclamation in a meeting  in his office attended by the top personnel of the Area Command and Divisions of Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Security Services DSS, National Orientation Agency NOA, Community and Traditional Chiefs, and other stakeholders in Obafemi Owode Local Government area. The Council boss ordered the Security forces to be on the look out, if anyone or group of people violate his order, as no one is permitted to carry out any activities of Iyaloja withi...

By: Temitope OYEKAN  The Olowo Oloye Empowerment and Education Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Dr. Mrs. Oluwatoyin Sakirat MADEIN, the first female Accountant General of the Federation, in memory of her late father, Alhaji Surakat Oyebanjo SANNI (Olowo Oloye), former Seriki Adeen of Iperu, is set to celebrate its founder's retirement from the federal civil service and its third anniversary of existence with a community outreach programme on Thursday, 1st of May, 2025. The programme, themed "Giving Back to Society," according to a release from its Managing Director, Ms Titilope MADEIN, aims to make a positive impact on the community through various initiatives.   Since its inception, the Foundation  committed to creating a world where communities are empowered to thrive and reach their full potential has focused on empowering communities through various initiatives, including   - Provision of scholarships and school supplies to children in...

Iperu Remo, a town in Ikenne Local Government, Ogun State, South West, Nigeria, will be agog on Friday, 2nd May, as it holds a grand homecoming reception for the First Female Accountant General of the Federation, Dr. (Mrs.) Oluwatoyin Sakirat MADEIN, who retired on friday, 7th March, 2025, upon attaining the age of 60 years, and after over 3 decades of meritorious career in the Federal Civil Service of Nigeria. The reception which is being organised under the auspices of the Iperu Akesan Development Association is to celebrate the illustrious daughter and patriotic indigene of the town in recognition of her remarkable service to the nation as the Accountant General of the Federation, a position she diligently held since her appointment on the 18th of May 2023 by the immediate past president, His Excellency, Muhammad BUHARI. Dr. MADEIN is also being celebrated in acknowledgement of her massive contributions to the development of her homeland, which has earned her a special p...

Dear Esteemed Members of AMORAN and the Good People of Ogun State, As we join our Christian brothers and sisters in commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, I extend my heartfelt Easter greetings to you all. This season is a powerful reminder of hope, renewal and the triumph of light over darkness. In this season, may we all find the strength to rise above our challenges, embrace unity and work together for a brighter and more prosperous Ogun State. As the Chairman of AMORAN in Ogun State, I remain committed to promoting peace, progress and the welfare of all our members.  May this season bring joy to your homes and lasting blessings to our lives. Once again, happy Easter! 𝘌-𝘚𝘐𝘎𝘕𝘌𝘋:  𝙊𝙏𝙐𝙉𝘽𝘼 𝙏𝘼𝙊𝙁𝙀𝙀𝙆 𝙎𝙊𝙆𝙊𝙔𝘼 𝐄𝐗𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐍 𝐴𝑀𝑂𝑅𝐴𝑁, 𝑂𝐺𝑈𝑁 𝑆𝑇𝐴𝑇𝐸

Otunba Denny Ibrahim Olusegun OLADIPUPO, the Chairman, Ojude Oba Iperu 2025 Planning Committee, and Iperu Mini Stadium Committee has felicitated Muslims on the celebration of the 2025 Eid-il-Fitri festival which marks the successful conclusion of the Ramadan fasting. Otunba OLADIPUPO in his message of  felicitations, rejoiced with the entire Iperu Muslim community, both at home, and in the diaspora, for the grace to successfully observe, and conclude the holy month of Ramadan, leading to the Eid-il-Fitri celebration. He thanked Allah for his protection over the muslim ummah and wished them a glorious celebration. He however enjoined them to continue to adhere strictly to the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammed (SAW), as they continue to live a life of piety, and total abstinence from all acts of immorality after the Ramadan. OLADIPUPO equally urged them to rededicate their lives to service to humanity, by assisting the poor, the needy, and the less-privileged, while ...

The former Chairman of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners & Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Otunba Nurudeen Aina Alowonle, has been officially sworn in as a member of the union's Board of Trustees. The ceremony took place during the extended State Executive Meeting of the union, held at the AMORAN State Secretariat in Car Wash, Adatan, Abeokuta. Speaking at the event, AMORAN Chairman, Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, lauded the contributions of Otunba Alowonle during his tenure, highlighting the progress recorded under his leadership. Describing the appointment as well-deserved, Sokoya expressed confidence that the former chairman would bring his wealth of experience to bear in his new role. "Otunba Alowonle played a significant role in the growth of our union during his time as chairman. His induction into the Board of Trustees is a testament to his dedication and commitment to AMORAN. We believe he will continue to serve the union with dis...

By: Temitope OYEKAN    Dr. Mrs. Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein, Nigeria's first female Accountant-General of the Federation, retired on Friday, 7th March 2025, marking the culmination of a remarkable career spanning over three decades.  Her departure is not just the end of an era, and the beginning of a new chapter, but it's a moment to reflect on a life dedicated to public service, marked by innovation, integrity, and steadfast commitment to excellence.  Born on March 7, 1965, in Iperu Remo, Ogun State, Dr. MADEIN's academic excellence and professional prowess paved the way for her historic appointment as the Accountant-General of the Federation. Her academic achievements include a Higher National Diploma in Accountancy from Ogun State Polytechnic (now Moshood Abiola Polytechnic), a master's degree in Business Administration from Ogun State University (now Olabisi Onabanjo University), and a PhD in Management Finance from Walden University, Minnes...