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NYCN Ogun West Commends Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (YAYI) for Sustained Scholarship and Bursary Support to Ogun Students

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The National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Ogun West Senatorial District, under the leadership of the State Vice Chairman, Comrade Kehinde Damilola Olorunjubelo, has commended the Senator representing Ogun West Senatorial District, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (YAYI), FCA, for his unwavering commitment to the educational advancement of students through his annual scholarship and bursary programme. The Council described the initiative as a remarkable investment in the future of Ogun State, noting that the programme has continued to provide financial relief to hundreds of students in tertiary institutions across the state. According to the Council, the intervention has helped many indigent students remain focused on their academic pursuits despite prevailing economic challenges. NYCN Ogun West further applauded Senator Adeola for sustaining the programme for three consecutive years, describing the consistency as a clear demonstration of visionary leadership, compassio...
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NYCN OGUN WEST PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO NIGERIA CUSTOMS SERVICE, SEEK PARTNERSHIP TO CURB DRUG ABUSE AND SOCIAL VICES AMONG THE YOUNG PEOPLE.

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The leadership of the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Ogun West Senatorial District, led by Comrade Kehinde Damilola Olorunjubelo, paid a courtesy visit to the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Area Command I, Idiroko, as part of its ongoing commitment to fostering strategic partnerships that advance youth development, community engagement, security awareness, and sustainable development across Ogun West. The delegation was warmly received by the Comptroller and officers of the Nigeria Customs Service, Area Command I, who reaffirmed the Command commitment to initiatives that positively impact young people and strengthen the relationship between security institutions and the communities they serve. During the engagement, the Senatorial Youth Chairman, Comrade Kehinde Damilola Olorunjubelo, highlighted the remarkable achievements recorded by the National Youth Council of Nigeria, Ogun West Senatorial District, since the inception of the current administration. He reite...
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JUST IN: NYCN NATIONAL VICE PRESIDENT SOUTH-WEST PARTICIPATED IN 2026 INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST DRUG ABUSE AND ILLICIT TRAFFICKING

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In commemoration of the 2026 International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, I had the honour of participating as a Special Guest at the programme organized by the Office of the Supervisor for Youth and Sports, Agbado Okeodo LCDA, Alimosho Local Government, on 26th June 2026. The event, themed "The Evidence is Clear: Invest in Prevention," commenced with an awareness walk aimed at educating members of the public on the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of collective action in building a drug-free society. As part of the lecture session, I addressed participants on the devastating consequences of drug abuse, emphasizing its negative impact on the health, security, education, and future of young people. I urged youths to shun substance abuse, make responsible choices, and become ambassadors of positive change within their communities. The programme was well attended by concerned Stakeholders to mention but few, the SSA to the Governo...
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Heavy Hearts in Yewaland: First-Class Monarch, Onipokia of Ipokia, Passes Away at 55

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The ancient kingdom of Ipokia in Ogun State has been plunged into mourning following the sudden transition of its highly revered traditional ruler. HRM Oba Yisa ‘Sola Adeniyi Olaniyan (JP), the 46th Onipokia of Ipokia Kingdom, has joined his ancestors. The first-class monarch passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in downtown Houston, Texas, at the age of 55. According to sources, Oba Olaniyan had been in the United States for several months receiving medical attention. He passed away following a successful surgical procedure aimed at correcting a lingering difficulty with swallowing. While exact clinical details surrounding his final moments remain private, his sudden transition has sent shockwaves across Yewaland and the entire traditional institution of Ogun State. From Entertainment Mogul to the Sacred Throne Before answering the call of his ancestors to ascend the throne of his forefathers, Oba Olaniyan was widely known as a vibrant ...
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JUST IN-Ipokia Chairman Hon. Avoseh Advocates Stronger Cross-Border Ties at Nigeria–Benin Security Summit

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The Executive Chairman of Ipokia Local Government, Hon. Johnson Akohomeh Avoseh, participated in a Joint Security Meeting between representatives of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Republic of Benin held at the Idiroko–Igolo, Conference Room, Border Area. The meeting brought together security agencies from both countries, the Mayor of Ifonyin Municipality, and other key stakeholders to deliberate on strengthening cross-border cooperation in addressing emerging security challenges affecting communities along the Nigeria–Benin border corridor. Participants expressed concern over the growing incidence of transnational crimes, including smuggling, kidnapping, drug trafficking, human trafficking, illegal migration, and other criminal activities. Discussions centred on the need for enhanced intelligence gathering, effective information sharing, community vigilance, and stronger collaboration among security agencies to improve security across the border region....
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Education is Light: Hon. Balogun Daniel Delivers New Furniture to Community Primary School, Okeosa-Ilase

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Reported by Kojo Adedayo OKEOSA-ILASE - In a resounding commitment to improving the standard of learning and prioritizing grassroots education, the Councillor representing the community (Ihunbo/Ilase Ward), Hon. Balogun Daniel, has facilitated the delivery of brand-new wooden desks and benches to the pupils of Community Primary School, Okeosa-Ilase. The timely donation aims to provide a more comfortable and conducive learning environment for the children, moving them away from inadequate seating arrangements to a structured classroom setting .  The Presentation Ceremony The educational materials were formally delivered and presented to the school by a three-man delegation sent by the Councillor, consisting of: Comr. Kojo Adedayo, Mr. Mr Azeez tewogbola, and Mr. Idowu Oriyomi Ezekeiel.  Upon receiving the delegation, the school management, teachers, and pupils couldn't hide their excitement. The new wooden furniture sets were set up immediately within th...
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Update: Over 5000 Imeko-Afon Youths Endorse Yayi, GNI, JAMSALOD For 2027 Elections

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The youths of Imeko-Afon Local Government have overwhelmingly endorsed Engineer Ogundele Jamiu Odunayo, MNSE, popularly known as JAMSALOD, as their preferred candidate for the Ogun State House of Assembly ahead of the 2027 elections. The peaceful endorsement rally, which attracted over 5000 youths from various communities across Imeko/Afon, commenced from Obada, moved through Afon, and concluded at the Local Government Headquarters in Imeko. The youths used the occasion to publicly declare their support for JAMSALOD while firmly rejecting the proposed “4th Term Agenda” allegedly being promoted by certain individuals.  As part of the rally activities, the youths paid courtesy visits to several traditional rulers across Imeko/Afon Local Government. They also visited the revered matriarch and former Commissioner, Chief Mrs. Mary Ogunjobi, popularly known as Mama Pekele and the Iya Ilu of Imeko Land. In her remarks, Mama Pekele commended the youths for their courage, unity,...
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