ABEOKUTA, NIGERIA — The Ogun State Government has dismissed reports claiming that members of Governor Dapo Abiodun’s cabinet prostrate before him during official engagements, describing the allegation as false and misleading.
In a statement issued by the state government, officials rejected the report, insisting that no member of the State Executive Council has been compelled to prostrate before the governor. According to the government, the claim was fabricated and does not reflect what takes place during cabinet meetings or official functions.
The government said the publication was intended to misinform the public and damage the image of the governor and his administration. It urged residents to disregard the report and rely on information released through official government channels.
According to the statement, members of the cabinet maintain professional working relationships with Governor Abiodun, and official meetings are conducted in line with established procedures. The government added that respect for public office should not be confused with the false narrative presented in the disputed report.
Extra News Nigeria reports that the allegation had circulated on social media, where it generated discussions among political observers and members of the public. However, the Ogun State Government insists that the report lacks factual basis and should not be treated as an accurate account of events.
The denial comes as political activities continue ahead of future electoral contests, with misinformation and unverified claims increasingly circulating on digital platforms. Public officials and government institutions have repeatedly urged citizens to verify information before sharing it online.
While the state government has firmly denied the allegation, there has been no publicly available evidence presented to support the original claim that cabinet members routinely prostrate before Governor Abiodun during official engagements.
The Ogun State Government said it remains focused on governance and service delivery, urging the public to judge the administration by its policies and programmes rather than what it described as fabricated reports. Observers expect the issue to fade unless fresh evidence or official responses emerge to challenge the government’s position.
