The Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has fulfilled his promise to personnel of the Western Nigerian Security Network Agency, codenamed Amotekun Corps, with the payment of their hazard allowance, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare and motivation of security operatives safeguarding lives and property across the state. The Commandant of the Western […]
Osun State-based philanthropist and politician, Chief Peter Taiwo Ogundeji (APATA), has welcomed the judgment of the Court of Appeal which set aside the Federal High Court’s order for the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Accord Party and three other political parties. He described the verdict as a reassuring affirmation of Nigeria’s constitutional democracy […]
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has inaugurated its Central Planning Committee to coordinate activities for the council’s forthcoming 60th anniversary celebration, with veteran journalist and tourism administrator, Wale Ojo-Lanre, appointed as chairman of the committee. The committee is expected to coordinate activities leading to the Diamond Jubilee celebration, with the aim […]
The Oyo State Government has taken delivery of two surveillance aircrafts as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen security and enhance intelligence gathering across the state. The arrival of the aircrafts in Ibadan fulfills the commitment made by the State Government that they would be delivered before the end of July, reinforcing its resolve […]
Oyo State Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, who is the Senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Dr Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli has emphasised that effective and functional Local Government Administration remains key to sustainable development at the grassroots, saying that his administration would empower the Councils across the State […]
By: Yomi Davies Ajayi From a borrowed bow to a historic medal haul, Team Nigeria’s campaign proved that true champions are measured not only by the medals they win, but by the obstacles they overcome. As the curtain falls on the 15th African Archery Championships in Algeria, Team Nigeria returns home with far more than […]
As eligible voters in Osun State prepare to cast their votes for candidates of their choice in the August 15th Governorship election, the coordinator of the Osun State National Youth Service Corps, NYSC, Mr. Ekeng Ita Kubiangha has debunked as false reports alleging that corps members are being paid ₦50,000 to influence the election. Mr. […]
Sixty Eight Legal Practitioners have been elevated to the rank of Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, by the Legal Practitioners’ Privileges Committee, LPPC. The LPPC approved the conferment following the conclusion of the 2026 selection exercise conducted under the leadership of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun. The decision came to the […]
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has congratulated Prof. Olamakinde Olapegba on his appointment as the 14th substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan. In a congratulatory message jointly signed by its Chairman, Akeem Abas and Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the NUJ described the elevation as a well-deserved recognition of excellence, integrity, scholarship […]
Oyo State Governor and Allied People’s Movement (APM) Presidential Candidate, Engineer Seyi Makinde has called on the public to disregard speculations linking him to plans of stepping down for another candidate. He affirmed his resolve to contest for presidency come 2027. Governor Makinde who disclosed this in a newsletter to residents of Oyo State, noted […]
