Month: August 2026
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Acting Governor in Oyo State,Chief Bayo Lawal has expressed optimism that the ongoing circular road project would promote growth and development across the State . Chief Lawal while speaking with journalists after inspecting the Phase 2 of the 110-kilometre Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road in Ibadan. The Deputy Governor noted that the purpose of the […]
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, has called for deeper collaboration between Nigeria and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to promote and preserve Yoruba traditions and cultural heritage. Oba Owoade Akeem, who made the call on Monday at the grand finale of this year’s World Sango Festival held at […]
Gunmen have reportedly killed a woman and left her husband seriously injured following an alleged failed abduction attempt in Baasi, Atisbo Local Government area of Oyo State. The incident, which occurred on Sunday night, has thrown residents of the community into apprehensions and raised fresh concerns over security situation in the area. The attackers, said […]
Football enthusiasts and community members are gearing up for an exciting morning of sportsmanship and fellowship as House of Healing Ministries (HOHM) Starz takes on Dayspring FC in a highly anticipated friendly match on Saturday, August 22nd. The event, which is expected to kick off at 10:00 AM, is billed for Bridge Learning Campus on […]
Comrade Goodluck Isaiah has emerged as the President of the Apata Youth Organisation. The youth organisation encompasses over 120 communities, mostly across the Ido and Ibadan South-West Local Government areas. Delegates from all participating communities were duly accredited before the election which was held 15th of August,2026. In his speech, the pioneer president, Comrade Olaoluwa […]
The victory of Governor Ademola Adeleke in Saturday’s Osun governorship election is undoubtedly a significant political development. However, those interpreting it as a template for the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State should exercise caution. Osun is not Oyo, and the political realities, personalities, voting patterns, and underlying grievances in both states differ substantially. Adeleke […]
Members of the Vigilante Group of Nigeria, VGN, Oyo State Command, have called for maximum government support to strengthen their operational capacity in vulnerable communities located around the Old Oyo National Park. The VGN made the call while reacting to a foiled kidnap attempt in Oriire Local Government Area, during which a child was reportedly […]
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has felicitated a renowned statesman, philanthropist and its esteemed benefactor, Alhaji Wasiu Adebisi, on the occasion of his birthday. The Council, in a congratulatory message jointly signed by its Chairman, Akeem Abas and Secretary, Temidayo Adu, described Adebisi as a distinguished public-spirited Nigerian whose contributions to […]
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has described his re- election as a show of appreciation from the people of the state. Governor Adeleke stated this in Ede, shortly after the announcement of his victory. Governor Adeleke hinted that voters recognized the impact of his government in key areas, including agriculture, infrastructure and education, adding […]
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has disclosed that governor Adeleke ‘s victory in the Osun Governorship election has again confirmed the confidence the people of the State have in him. In a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy President Tinubu described the victory as a fitting assurance that democracy […]
