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Oni-Quadri Collected No Money From Me After Accident — Mother of Reckless Driver Warns ‘Peddlers of Lies’
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The mother of a young man involved in a road traffic accident at the Sapon Shopping Complex, Abeokuta, Mrs. Oluwakemi Abioye, has refuted claims circulating on social media that Chief Mrs. Florence Oni-Quadri, the Ibuso Aje of Egbaland, demanded or collected money from her in connection with the incident.
Mrs Abioye described the reports as false, malicious and deliberately aimed at tarnishing the reputation of the respected businesswoman and community leader, warning those she termed “peddlers of lies” to desist from spreading misinformation.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with FortressNews, Mrs. Abioye gave a detailed account of the incident, which occurred on November 23, 2025, when her son, David Abioye Ajide, allegedly drove her vehicle recklessly and hit Mr. Jacob Oni, the elder brother of Chief Mrs. Oni-Quadri, at the Sapon Shopping Complex.
The matter, she said, later found its way to court.
According to her, contrary to rumours making the rounds, Chief Mrs. Oni-Quadri neither demanded nor collected any money from me or my family, despite the severity of the injuries sustained by her brother.”
“I want to clearly state that Chief Mrs. Florence Oni-Quadri did not collect a dime from me,” Mrs. Abioye said.
“Even though over ₦4 million was spent on the treatment and surgery of her elder brother, she never asked me for money, neither did she accept any.”
She further revealed that she personally made efforts to support the medical expenses by offering the sum of ₦500,000 through the Iyaloja of Egbaland, but the money was rejected and returned to her intact.
“I tried to give her ₦500,000 as support for the treatment of her brother, but she refused to take it. The money was returned to me. This is the truth and i didnt speak under duress,” she stressed.
Mrs. Abioye also dismissed claims that she sponsored or supported protests related to the incident, stating that individuals behind such actions were only exploiting the situation to malign the image of Chief Mrs. Oni-Quadri under the guise of sympathising with her.
Describing the Ibuso Aje of Egbaland as humane, kind-hearted and selfless, Mrs. Abioye said that the respected businesswoman prioritises relationships and the welfare of others over material gain.
“Chief Mrs. Florence Oni-Quadri is a reputable person in society. Since the incident happened, she has been the one paying for her brother’s hospital bills, including surgery. She never requested a kobo from me,” she said.
She added that her decision to speak out was purely to set the record straight, insisting that she was neither coerced nor placed under any form of pressure.
“I am not under duress to say this. I am only speaking the truth as it happened,” Mrs. Abioye concluded.
She therefore urged the public to disregard misleading narratives surrounding the accident and to resist attempts by mischief-makers to damage the hard-earned reputation of Chief Mrs. Oni-Quadri.
Meanwhile, when FortressNews reached out to Chief Mrs Oni-Quadri for her reaction, she posited that the matter has been settled out of court, expressing that she has wholeheartedly let go of the matter.
She assured the general public of continued support.
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Ogun: 2026 Budget Expansion Driven by Massive Infrastructure Pipeline, Revenue Growth, Economic Reforms — Okubadejo
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The Ogun State Government has attributed the expansion of its 2026 budget to an aggressive infrastructure development pipeline, rising internally generated revenue (IGR), and sweeping economic reforms aimed at positioning the state as Nigeria’s foremost industrial and logistics hub, as the budget increased to 58%.
This was stated by the Commissioner for Finance and Chief Economic Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun, Hon. Dapo Okubadejo, during a media parley on the breakdown of the 2026 budget, tagged “Budget of Sustainable Legacy,” held at Oke-Mosan on Tuesday. He stated that the scale of ongoing and proposed capital projects necessitated a larger fiscal framework.
Okubadejo emphasised that a major driver of the expanded budget is the development of two dry ports currently in the pipeline. One of the ports is being funded by the Federal Government, while the second is being executed through a public-private partnership arrangement with a private sector investor.
He posited that the dry ports are expected to significantly ease the movement of goods, support exports, and reduce logistics costs for more than 80 manufacturing factories operating across the state.
Okubadejo explained that the initiative aligns with Ogun’s status as Nigeria’s industrial capital, noting that improved logistics infrastructure would further accelerate industrial productivity, attract new investments, and strengthen trade competitiveness.
He added that budget growth is also linked to renewed activities around the Olokola Free Trade Zone and the proposed Olokola Deep Sea Port.
“The developments, coupled with the recent announcement of oil discovery in the area, are expected to unlock new revenue streams for the state once commercial evaluations are concluded, potentially paving the way for Ogun to attain oil-producing status”
In the transport sector, the Commissioner for Transport, Engr. Olugbenga Dairo, disclosed plans to extend the Lagos Red Line Rail and Lagos Blue Line Rail projects into Ogun State to enhance mobility.
Dairo said the rail expansion would improve commuter movement, boost daily economic activities, and further integrate Ogun into regional and national transportation networks.
He noted that road infrastructure would feature prominently in the state’s capital expenditure drive.
According to him, the administration has reconstructed and rehabilitated several strategic corridors, including the 42-kilometre interchange road linking Lagos to Abeokuta. Since its completion, the road has reportedly triggered a surge in industrial and commercial activities along the axis.
He added that other key roads connecting border towns such as Ikorodu, Ogijo, and Sagamu have been upgraded to facilitate the smooth movement of goods, services, and people.
While further explaining Okubadejo noted that improved infrastructure has encouraged increased migration into the state, fueling demand for housing and reinforcing what he described as a growing housing and power revolution across Ogun.
Speaking on state’s debt Okubadejo stressed that debt sustainability remains strong, with careful structuring of loan tenors, interest rates, and repayment schedules.
He disclosed that as of 2025, Ogun State’s domestic debt stood at approximately ₦194 billion, compared to ₦133 billion in 2019, while foreign debt levels have been affected mainly by exchange rate depreciation.
Okubadejo also highlighted pension reforms as a key component of the state’s economic restructuring, citing improved remittance consistency and the gradual transition to a fully operational contributory pension scheme.
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Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has approved cash rewards totalling over ₦450 million for athletes and officials of Team Ogun following the state’s outstanding performance at the just-concluded National Sports Festival.
The governor announced this on Monday during the cash award ceremony held in honour of medalists, noting that Ogun State finished second overall with 239 medals, its best performance in the history of the festival.
Abiodun described the achievement as a testament to the steady growth of sports development in the state, stressing that his administration remains committed to recognising excellence.
He disclosed that all training allowances, participation allowances and contractual fees owed athletes and officials had been fully settled.
According to him, immediate cash rewards earlier promised during his visit to the athletes’ camp were promptly fulfilled, including ₦50,000 paid to every qualified athlete and instant bonuses for medal winners before the festival’s closing ceremony.
The governor announced a historic reward package for medalists, including₦2.5 million each for 93 gold medalists; ₦1.5 million each for 61 silver medalists, and ₦1 million each for 81 bronze medalists.
He added that additional provisions were approved for athletes in team sports to acknowledge their collective contributions.
Abiodun said the gesture was aimed at motivating athletes and encouraging young people across Ogun State to embrace sports as a viable career path.
The governor also approved special financial support for technical officials, announcing ₦10 million for coaches through the Director of Coaching and ₦14.8 million for participating officials via the Director of Administration and Supply.
He commended their discipline, mentorship and professionalism, describing them as key drivers of Team Ogun’s success.
Abiodun highlighted the transformation of the sports sector in Ogun State, citing increased hosting of international competitions, improved sporting infrastructure, and greater utilisation of facilities by national teams and leagues.
He expressed appreciation to sports administrators, private sector partners and other stakeholders for supporting the growth of sports in the state.
Looking ahead to the next National Sports Festival in Enugu, the governor urged athletes to remain focused and encouraged aspiring talents to participate in open trials and development programmes.
He congratulated Team Ogun for making the state proud and reaffirmed his administration’s continued investment in sports development.
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The Ogun State Internal Revenue Service (OGIRS) has concluded a two-day capacity-building training programme aimed at deepening institutional understanding of the newly introduced tax reforms and enhancing the operational efficiency of its tax officials.
The programme, held at the Oba’s Complex, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, was themed “Navigating the New Tax Reforms.” It was designed to equip participants with the requisite knowledge and practical skills for effective implementation of updated tax policies, while strengthening revenue administration across the state.
Speaking at the event, the Executive Chairman of OGIRS, Mr. Olugbenga Olaleye, said the training underscored the Service’s commitment to professionalism, continuous learning, and improved service delivery in line with ongoing fiscal reforms.
According to him, the initiative was structured to help officers unlearn obsolete practices and embrace emerging standards in tax administration.
“Let us get things right and remain open to learning, training and enlightenment. Through this, we sharpen our skills. This programme is meant for us to unlearn and re-learn,” he stated.
One of the resource persons, the Executive Chairman of the Kano State Internal Revenue Service (KIRS), Dr. Zaid Abubakar, explained that the new tax reforms were designed to establish a uniform tax system in Nigeria and harmonise tax administration across all tiers of government.
He noted that the reforms were citizen-centred, aimed at reducing the tax burden on Nigerians and simplifying tax payment processes.
Dr. Abubakar added that effective communication and public sensitisation were critical to fostering public trust and understanding of the reforms, stressing that accountability remained central to the new tax framework in order to drive sustainable revenue generation.
Also speaking, the Chief Executive Officer of D&A Associates, Mrs. Stella Olaleye, emphasised that leadership is defined by mindset rather than position.
She encouraged leaders to pursue collective success by empowering their subordinates, leading by example, and demonstrating empathy. She highlighted the five levels of leadership as positional, permission, production, people development (reproduction), and pinnacle.
In her presentation, a facilitator from D&A Associates, Mrs. Oluwabunmi Olukoga, delivered a session on emotional intelligence in the workplace.
She explained that emotional intelligence involves understanding and managing one’s emotions while empathising with others. She urged participants to cultivate active listening, self-reflection, and positive responses to constructive criticism, while also stressing the importance of punctuality, appropriate dressing, courteous language, and attentive listening as core workplace etiquette.
In their separate remarks, the Coordinating Director, Mr. Taiwo Ogundimu, and the Director of Field Operations, Mrs. Oluwaseun Olajube, commended the OGIRS Chairman and organisers for the timely initiative.
They expressed confidence that the programme would better position tax officials to educate taxpayers on the new reforms and apply the knowledge gained effectively in the discharge of their duties.
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