Breaking: Oba AbdulQuadri, Alaporu of Ilaporu joins his ancestors

A revered and esteemed monarch in Ijebu-North local government FG area of Ogun State, the Alaporu of Ilaporu, Oba Jimoh Adebamiro Quadri has joined his ancestors.

Row Radio, Japara can authoritatively report that the monarch, who was a strong supporter of community initiatives, passed this Saturday morning.

The monarch played a significant role in fostering development and maintaining cultural heritage of Ijebu-Igbo.

Row Radio has, however, commiserated with with Oba Lawrence Jaiyeoba Adebajo, Ojuromi VI, the Orimolusi of Ijebu Igbo who is the acting Chairman of Ijebu Traditional Council and Chairman of Ijebu North Traditional Council, as well as the Abijaparako of Japara, Oba Aderemi Ogunye with whom he had a strong tie.

The Alaporu who was the father of Prince Taofeeq AbdulQuadri, would be sorely missed for the so many lives he touched and the peace and development he brought to the region, Ogun State and Nigeria.

Palace sources said the final home rites would be communicated soon.

More details on Row Radio…

Environmental Officials Visit Ogun School Over Suspected Chemical Leak

The Ogun State Commissioner for Environment, Ola Oresanya, alongside the general manager of the State Environmental Protection Agency (OGEPA), Kehinde Bello, on Tuesday visited Our Lady of Apostle Primary School in Ijebu-Ode following a suspected chemical leak in the area.

Last week Wednesday, a strange chemical smell was perceived in the school premises, shortly after the assembly session making it difficult for many students and staff to breathe.

This resulted to the admission of 30 students and two teachers at the State General Hospital, Ijebu Ode.

Reacting to the incident, Governor Dapo Abiodun ordered the immediate closure and full investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Tuesday’s visit was part of the state government response to assess the situation and ensure the safety of students, staff, and residents within the affected environment.

During the inspection, Kehinde Bello also visited a neighbouring school, Sacred Heart Catholic College, to evaluate the impact of the incident and reassure the school authorities of the government’s swift intervention.

Plateau Relaxes Curfew in Jos North

The Plateau Government has further relaxed the curfew it earlier imposed on Jos North Local Government Area of the state.

Mrs Joyce Ramnap, the Commissioner for Information and Communications, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Jos.

The state government had imposed a 48-hour curfew on Jos North LGA, following the attack by gunmen on the Angwan Rukuba community of the area.

The government later relaxed the curfew, allowing movement between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Ramnap said that following the improved security situation in the locality, the state government has further reviewed the curfew.

Effective Wednesday, April 8, 2026, curfew has relaxed in Jos North, and movement will be between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. daily.