Places in Ogun

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History of Iganmode Grammar School Iganmode Grammar School was established in 1960. A post-primary and premier academic institution renowned for its alumni and its glory days, this government owned secondary school is one of the oldest in Ogun, and also one of the most respected having won many titles in academic and non-academic competitions. Security/Safety of Iganmode Grammar School This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Iganmode Grammar School, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Educational materials Best Features The establishment of the school was premised on the need to provide sound secondary education for the boys in Ota. Years later, they widened their doors to girls and became a co-educational school. As a government managed school, it is one of the centres for the Joint Admission Matriculation Board (J.A.M.B) exam. It has standard laboratories with adequate space for extracurricular activities. Writer's Review The school is overpopulated and it has become hard to properly maintain facilities put in place for better education. Some classes still use Chalk Boards and students sit on broken chairs. In spite of these, it is still a highly regarded school among the acada competition circles. For the first time in the history of Cowbell National Mathematics competition in Nigeria Public Schools, IGS student won the overall best prize for three consecutive years; 2011, 2012 and 2013.

Medical check up, Healthcare

History of Ace Medicare Clinics Ace Medicare Clinics was established in 1989. This is a private primary health care centre housed in an ultramodern facility, offering the best medical care suited for each needs. Security/Safety of Ace Medicare Clinics This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Ace Medicare Clinics, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Your medical reports and documents Extra pair of clothes in case you get admitted Best Features Well-manned with trained, skilled and experienced medical practitioners, the hospital offers professional services in comprehensive health screening, dental clinics and surgeries, antenatal clinics and deliveries, infant welfare clinics and immunization, ultrasound scanning, X-Ray investigations, Computerized Tomography (CT) scan, dialysis, physiotherapy, E.C.G, specialists' consultations, and full admission facilities including executive, private, semi-private and general ward facilities.

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History of Faith Specialist Hospital Faith Specialist Hospital was established in 2010. Located in a serene environment that is easily accessible, this is a specialist hospital geared towards the delivery of qualitative, efficient and prompt medical care. Security/Safety of Faith Specialist Hospital This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Faith Specialist Hospital, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Your medical reports and documents Extra pair of clothes in case you get admitted Best Features This is a 24 bedded hospital licensed by the government to practice predominantly as a trauma centre. In providing 24 hours consultant led and technology driven medical care services, the hospital is well equipped with modern operating theatres for major surgeries, full laboratory units, well stocked pharmacy, radio-diagnostic units, and admission facilities. They provide specialist services in deformity correction, orthopaedic surgery, physiotherapy and rehabilitation, accident and emergency services, procurement and fitting of prostheses (Artificial Limbs), burns and plastic surgery, and general surgical and medical services. Writer's Review Their wards are conducive for patient’s relaxation and their staff are both warm and efficient in carrying out their work.

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History of St. Peter Catholic Church, Ota St. Peter Catholic Church, Ota was established in 1955. Built by Catholic Missionaries in 1955. A renown place of worship, this is the quintessential Catholic church for people in the Ota area who do not want to miss a day of Mass. Security/Safety of St. Peter Catholic Church, Ota This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to St. Peter Catholic Church, Ota, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Holy Bible and Hymn Book Offerings and tithes Things to do while at St. Peter Catholic Church, Ota Before heading to St. Peter Catholic Church, Ota, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Go for confession Partake in Communion service Best Features The church boasts of a beautiful choir with hymns always beautifully rendered. It has an ample parking space. There is a variety in their way of fellowship as some sermons are done in the native Yoruba language. Writer's Review It is a nice and soothing place with the ambience and the serenity it affords. Most common visitors People looking for a place to worship, especially Catholics.

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History of Reverend Kuti Memorial Grammar School Reverend Kuti Memorial Grammar School was established in 1964. Named after the educationalist Reverend Israel Oludotun Ransome-Kuti, this is one of the oldest standing secondary school in Abeokuta, and even Ogun State. Security/Safety of Reverend Kuti Memorial Grammar School This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Reverend Kuti Memorial Grammar School, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Educational materials Best Features A Day co-educational school, it has produced a lot of prominent people who have contributed to nation building. Remodeled after a period of declining facilities, it has been restored to its glory of academic excellence. Most common visitors Students, teachers, parents, guardians, and sometimes hawkers who enter the premises to sell their wars during the students' break periods.

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History of Our Lady of Apostles Secondary School, Ijebu-Ode Our Lady of Apostles Secondary School, Ijebu-Ode was established in 1954. Built by Missionary Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles in 1954. This is a Catholic, independent, all-girls school known for the calibre of its graduates that have grown to become prominent and respectable personalities in Nigeria. Security/Safety of Our Lady of Apostles Secondary School, Ijebu-Ode This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Our Lady of Apostles Secondary School, Ijebu-Ode, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Educational materials Housing necessities if you are a new or returning student Best Features The school is known for its moral and academic excellence. It was established with a philosophy to educate African women. Known as one of the best schools in Ogun, its academic, sports and extra-curricular activities and performance lend credence to the competence of the school in molding a complete, all-round and capable girl-child well equipped to be of value to the nation. Writer's Review Life in the hostel entails studying, learning to live together, recreating and praying together for the fuller development of the child.

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About Ogun State NYSC Secretariat Ogun State NYSC Secretariat. This is the administrative office of the National Youth Service Corps in Ogun. It oversees the welfare, documentation, and the general affairs of youth corpers in the state. Security/Safety of Ogun State NYSC Secretariat This is a very safe location. Always come in your NYSC uniform or you won't be attended to. How To Locate Ogun State NYSC Secretariat From Abeokuta, follow M.K.O. Abiola Way and Presidential Bouleva road to Central Bank Road/Logbara-Magbon Rd/Presidential Blvd. Continue on Central Bank Road/Logbara-Magbon Rd/Presidential Blvd to your destination. What To Bring Before heading to Ogun State NYSC Secretariat, here are some helpful things to take along with you: All documents regarding NYSC including; Call-up letter, Registration documents, School Certificate, Green Card, and Student ID Card Copies of Passport Photographs Your NYSC ID Card Best Features While there are secretariats in all local governments in the state, this is the headquarters and so houses the State Coordinator, along with other high-ranking state officials. You report here after your 21 days at the Orientation Camp to get assigned to your Place of Primary Assignment (PPA). Weekly Community Development Service (CDS) is also held here, along with the NYSC-sponsored Skills Acquisition Entrepreneurship Development program. This is also where to go if you have inquiries about the NYSC scheme in Ogun State. Writer's Review As long as you are fully kitted in your NYSC uniform, you have no fear of being turned away. Different people have different tales of how they interacted with the officials and staff but I have found that a smile, knowledge of the local language, and an appealing face help for positive interaction. It will be wise to befriend one of the staff as you never know when an inside-ear will be needed. Most common visitors You will see a lot of Corps members, NYSC staff, SAED Instructors, and hawkers here.

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History of Abeokuta Golf Club Abeokuta Golf Club. A serene and picturesque golfing and leisure spot, this is a members club that boasts a beautiful yet technical course that can give the experienced golfer a good challenge while remaining forgiving for the less experienced player. It is a prestigious and highly sought club in Ogun State. Security/Safety of Abeokuta Golf Club This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Abeokuta Golf Club, here are some helpful things to take along with you: A hat and shades for the sunny day Camera to capture the adventures of the day and lovely sights Cash or Credit/Debit Card Best Features Ranking with the best in Nigeria, they have a 4.5 kilometer course comprising four par three, four par five and 10 par four holes. The course is surrounded by hills, one of which the clubhouse sits upon giving a bird’s eye few of many parts of the course. The club-house is a lively place to unwind after a hard day on the course. Continually attracting new members because of its exclusivity and environment, the club extends a warm reception to intending members and visitors alike.

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History of Olusegun Obasanjo Cinema House Olusegun Obasanjo Cinema House. This is one of the fun spots Abeokuta has to offer. Located in the Green Legacy Resort, the 900-seater auditorium is transformed into a cinema house that shows exclusively Nigerian movies. Security/Safety of Olusegun Obasanjo Cinema House This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Olusegun Obasanjo Cinema House, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Cash or Debit/Credit card

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History of DLK Events Centre DLK Events Centre. The Yoruba's are known to love parties. No matter the occasion, they are known to go all out in their celebrations. It is no wonder event centres have become social hot spots for the 'Who is Who's to come see and be seen in. DLK Events Centre is one of such popular event centres and if an event is hosted here, it is taken to be by the A-listers. Security/Safety of DLK Events Centre This is a very safe location. dress according to the occasion. What To Bring Before heading to DLK Events Centre, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Camera to capture the event and sights Your invitation card Writer's Review Events held here are always the talk of the town for months to come. It may be because of the type of people that can afford the centre, or the magic the event managers perform to transform the centre to match the imaginations of the clients. For whatever reasons, this is a place to see and be seen in.

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History of Mariam Babangida Park Mariam Babangida Park. This is a popular park located opposite the Kuto Market and Bus park. Named after the wife of the former president Ibrahim Babangida, whom the boulevard is named after, the park is used for a variety of events and businesses. Security/Safety of Mariam Babangida Park This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to Mariam Babangida Park, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Cash. Camera. If possible, a local tour guide.

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History of June 12 Cultural Centre June 12 Cultural Centre. Named in commemoration of the annulled June 12 presidential election that saw Abeokuta's child M.KO. Abiola emerge winner in 1993, this cultural centre is one of the major landmarks in Abeokuta. Security/Safety of June 12 Cultural Centre This is a very safe location. What To Bring Before heading to June 12 Cultural Centre, here are some helpful things to take along with you: Camera to capture the sights and take selfies with Writing materials and ID Card if you are headed for a conference or seminar Best Features A declining cultural centre that attracted all the wrong sorts, the Ogun State Government rehabilitated and renovated it in 2012 into this impressive architectural edifice that is used for cultural performances and shows, conferences, and events. Painted with the Ogun State colors, it blends the cultural richness and tradition that Ogun is known for with modern technology and design. There is a large hall, the gem of the centre, where major state events are held.