Month: May 2025
Two communities under Oyo South Senatorial District have commended Senator Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli (APC-Oyo South) for installing solar-powered streetlights aimed at boosting security and improving infrastructure in their areas. This commendation was contained in separate appreciation letters sent to the senator and made available to newsmen on Thursday in Ibadan, acknowledging his timely and impactful […]
Oyo State Government, through the Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters organized a capacity workshop for Four Hundred and Fifty -Three (453) Local Government Supervisory Councillors, and Four Hundred and Twenty (420) Special Assistants across the Thirty-Three (33) Local Government Areas. The workshop, which took place in Ibadan, was organized to equip the Supervisors […]
The Osun State chapter of the Licensed Electrical Contractors Association of Nigeria (LECAN) staged a protest in Osogbo on Thursday, decrying the alleged extortion of customers and irregularities by the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC). Led by LECAN’s State Chairman, Prophet Michael Adebayo, the protesters carried placards with inscriptions such as “Stop IBEDC’s Exploitation,” “Replace […]
By: Adedayo Adelowo The media industry and Ibadan land are in shock following the passing of legendary broadcaster and Chief, Oloye Yemi Ogunyemi, best known for hosting the popular 80s Yoruba TV program “Enibalaya.” As tributes pour in, I recall a memorable encounter with him in 2016 that showcased his humility, professionalism, and deep knowledge. […]
Flying Eagles of Nigeria have reached the semi finals of the Under 20 African Cup of Nations, AFCON, in Egypt after defeating defending champions Senegal in their quarter final clash. The win also means that they have secured their place in the Under 20 World cup in Chile. Nigeria defeated Senegal 3-1 on penalties after […]
Retired Navy Captain Omoniyi Caleb Olubolade, a former Military Administrator of Bayelsa State and prominent public servant, has passed away at the age of 70. The late Olubolade who served as the Minister of Police Affairs under the administration of President Goodluck Jonathan, died after he slumped during a lawn tennis play-time in Lagos. Born […]
Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde will tomorrow, Tuesday, flag off the 2025 Omituntun Free Health Mission. The ceremony would hold at the Ibadan North East Local Government Secretariat, Iwo Road, Ibadan. According to the Commissioner for Health in state, Dr.Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi, the comprehensive medical outreach is aimed at delivering free, quality healthcare services […]
The All Progressives Congress APC in Oyo state has raised the alarm over Governor Seyi Makinde’s alleged penchant for converting large expanses of land on which agricultural practices are being carried out by farmers into housing estates warning that the trend was capable of worsening cases of food crisis and hunger in the land. In […]
Former Governor of Oyo State and the Otun Olubadan of Ibadan land, His Royal Majesty, Oba Rashidi Ladoja will be the Chairman of the forthcoming 2025 World Egungun festival. This was made known by the Oyo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr.Wasiu Olatunbosun during a courtesy visit to Oba Ladoja at his residence in […]
The All Progressives Congress APC in Oyo state has congratulated one of its foremost chieftains, Alhaji Fatai Bayonle Ibikunle, over his appointment as the Executive Director, Commercial and Environmental Development of the newly established South West Development Commission (SWDC). Ibikunle’s new appointment was announced on Friday alongside those of the Chairman, Managing Director, Executive Directors […]
