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May 31, 2025   The Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN) joins His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun (CON), the Governor of Ogun State, in expressing profound grief over the tragic loss of the 20 Kano State athletes who died in a fatal road accident while returning from the 22nd National Sports Festival, "Gateway 2024.  This heartbreaking incident has left our entire nation in mourning. These young athletes were not just budding stars but also symbols of hope, unity, and national pride. Their dedication to representing Kano State with excellence and forging bonds with fellow athletes across Nigeria makes their untimely demise even more devastating.   We are deeply pained that these promising lives, full of talent and potential, were cut short just as they were returning home to their loved ones. Our hearts go out to the families, friends, and colleagues of the deceased, who must now bear this unimaginable loss. We pray...

*May 29th, 2025* To His Excellency, Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun, CON, Executive Governor of Ogun State, On behalf of the leadership and members of the Iperu Youth Development Association (IpYDA), led by Alhaji Ganiu Ahmed, we extend our warmest congratulations to you on your 65th birthday celebration and your 6th year as the Executive Governor of Ogun State. Your leadership has brought immense pride and development to the state, and we are particularly grateful for the Gateway International Airport, Iperu, which is a testament to your vision and commitment to the growth and progress of Ogun State. However, we humbly bring to your attention a pressing matter that requires your intervention. The recent misrepresentation of the Gateway International Airport as Ilishan has caused confusion and concern among the Iperu community. We respectfully plead with your leadership to address this issue and ensure that the airport is correctly identified as being located in Iperu as a major la...

The Iperu Indigenes Forum has expressed a heartfelt and warmest birthday felicitations to the Governor of Ogun State, His Excellency, Prince Dapo ABIODUN, CON, on his 65th birthday anniversary, which holding today, 29th May, 2025. The forum in its message of felicitations jointly signed by the Convener, Prince Ladi OLABINJO; and Administrators, High Chief Barr. Ifasola Saheed OPEODU, the Oluwo of IPERU and Otunba Adebayo SALAMI; as well as the Media Officer, Temitope OYEKAN; felicitates the governor on his birthday, and also congratulates him on the Six years anniversary in office as the governor of the gateway state. The forum wished the governor, an illustrious son Iperu Akesanland, a happy birthday, and a more rewarding and remarkable celebrations, as it prayed that God will grant him the wisdom and zeal required to further deliver on his Building Our Future Together agenda for Ogun State, in line with his ISEYA Mantra. The birthday boy was commended for the Sagamu-Iperu...

The union's Chairman Romo Ogun State and National President, Motorcycle Operators Union of Nigeria (MOUN), Comrade Sotayo Olusola Rasak aka SOLEBO has paid a heartfelt tribute to Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, on his 65th birthday, expressed his joy and appreciation for the governor's leadership and contributions to the state's development. In a statement signed by his Special Assistant on Media, Femi Akinlawon, Rasak rejoiced with the entire members of the state executive, lawmakers, and citizens of the state.  He commended the governor's worthy legacies, which he said will continue to speak volumes even after the end of his tenure. Rasak, who described Abiodun as not just a leader but a father figure to the youth, also praised the governor's dedication to the state's progress, saying that his efforts have been felt across various sectors. He stresses that the leadership of the governor has brought about significant changes in the state, stressi...

 The State Chairman of the Articulate Motorcycle Owners and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), Otunba Taofeek Sokoya, has commended Governor Dapo Abiodun for his impactful governance over the past six years, coinciding with the governor’s 65th birthday.   In a press statement issued on Wednesday, Sokoya highlighted Abiodun’s dedication to transforming Ogun State through infrastructural development, economic growth, and improved welfare for residents. He noted that the governor’s achievements in his first term earned him widespread support, leading to his re-election in 2023.     Sokoya listed several landmark projects executed under Abiodun’s administration, including:   - **Dualisation of the Ijebu-Ode-Epe Road**, enhancing connectivity between Ogun and Lagos States.   - **Rehabilitation of the Abeokuta-Siun-Sagamu Expressway**, improving transportation and commerce.   - **Near-completion of the Agro-Cargo Int...

Ogun State, Nigeria - In a display of solidarity and goodwill, Otunba Aina Nurudeen Alowonle, A Board member of the Articulate Motorcycle and Riders Association of Nigeria (AMORAN), has felicitated with Governor Dapo Abiodun as he marks his 65th birthday on May 29, 2025. The congratulatory message comes as the governor reflects on his journey of leadership, service, and commitment to the development of Ogun State. The momentous occasion serves as a reminder of the significant milestones achieved under the governor’s administration since he took office in 2019. Known for his focus on infrastructure development, healthcare reform, and youth empowerment, Governor Abiodun has made substantial strides toward transforming the socio-economic landscape of Ogun State. In his message, Sokoya praised the governor’s enduring vision for the state, emphasizing his dedication to ensuring a better quality of life for the citizens of Ogun. “As you celebrate this significant milestone in you...

 Otunba Nurudeen Aina Alowonle, a prominent sports enthusiast and community leader, has lauded Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, for delivering what has been described as the most exceptional National Sports Festival in Nigeria’s history—the Gateway Games 2024. The event, which brought together athletes from across the nation, has been widely celebrated for its flawless organization, world-class facilities, and the spirit of unity it fostered among participants and spectators alike.   In a statement released on Tuesday, Otunba Alowonle commended Governor Abiodun’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to sports development. He noted that the Gateway Games 2024 not only showcased Nigeria’s finest athletic talents but also reinforced Ogun State’s reputation as a hub for sporting excellence. “This year’s festival was a testament to what can be achieved with proper planning, investment, and passion for sports,” Alowonle stated. “Governor Abiodun h...