The Ogun State Government has declared Thursday, August 20, 2026, as a public holiday to commemorate this year’s Isese Day celebration. The declaration, according to the government, underscores the administration’s commitment to preserving and promoting Yoruba culture, heritage and traditional values. It would be recalled that August 20 was formally declared a public holiday in…
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has launched the South-West Zonal National Community Food Bank in Ogun State, calling on Governments across the region to replicate the initiative as part of concerted efforts to tackle food insecurity, malnutrition and vulnerability among Nigerian families. The initiative was unveiled on Tuesday at the June 12…
Nigerians seeking to acquire valuable digital skills and improve their chances of securing employment in the fast-growing technology sector can now access free Government-sponsored training in Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, software development and several other high-demand areas. Global Mirror News gathered that the opportunity is being provided through the Federal Government-backed Digital Training Academy, an…
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested two suspected members of a notorious “one-chance” robbery syndicate allegedly operating within the Abeokuta metropolis, following an intelligence-led operation that culminated in a high-speed chase and the interception of their vehicle. Global Mirror News gathered that the suspects, identified as 29-year-old Bidemi Tijani and 42-year-old Olajide Rasaq, were…
The Inspector-General of Police, Tunde Disu, has ordered a Nationwide crackdown on jungle justice and mob violence, warning Nigerians against taking the law into their own hands by assaulting or killing people suspected of committing crimes. Disu said the Nigeria Police Force would henceforth treat cases of mob action and extrajudicial killings as homicide, stressing…
Veteran Nollywood actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has reportedly been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, with his family appealing to the public for assistance as he continues to receive medical care. Global Mirror News gathered from a report on Monday, August 17, 2026, that the Actor’s daughter disclosed the development in a video…
The Council of Legal Education (CLE) has released an updated list of 122 Universities approved to admit students into the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programme in Nigeria, warning prospective students and parents to verify the accreditation status of institutions before enrolling. The development, contained in a public notice issued by the Council on Monday and…
President Donald Trump has issued a fresh and unusually direct threat against Oman, warning that the Gulf Nation could face American Military action if it interferes with Washington’s efforts to reach an agreement with Iran over the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Trump made the threat on Monday, August 17, 2026, during an interview with Fox…
Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has pledged to review the Contributory Pension Scheme in Ogun State, promising to place teachers’ welfare, improved working conditions and retirement security at the centre of his proposed administration. Adeola, who represents Ogun West Senatorial District and is an aspirant for the 2027 Ogun State governorship election…
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has ordered the entire technical crew of the Super Falcons to step down from their positions with immediate effect, following the team’s disappointing campaign at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) and subsequent failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup. The decision was announced on…
