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We must work harder to finish strong, says Makinde.
.As gov swears in Ladipo as commissioner, effects minor cabinet reshuffleOyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Monday, charged political appointees and public servants in the state to put in more efforts and work hard in the concluding months of the second term with a view to leaving a lasting impact in the state. The governor […]
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Oriire Abductions: Oyo group hails Makinde, calls on FG to speed up action on state police
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has been commended for his unwavering commitment and strong resolve, which resulted in the safe rescue of the 44 abducted pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government. The governor was lauded for his articulate and focused coordination of the local components of the rescue efforts through the Service Commanders, Amotekun […]
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SHARAFADEEN ALLI HAILS APPOINTMENT OF MRS MARIAM ZAKARIYAH AS UI’S FIRST FEMALE BURSAR
The Sharafadeen Alli Campaign Organisation rejoices with the University of Ibadan and the entire people of Oyo and Ogun State, Nigeria, on the historic appointment of Mrs Mariam Adetoun Zakariyah, FCA (née Adegbite), as the 10th Bursar of Nigeria’s premier university. With this appointment on July 9, 2026, Mrs Zakariyah becomes the first woman to […]
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Olugbon hails Tinubu, Makinde, security forces on Oriire abductees’ rescue .
The Olugbon of Orile-Igbon Oba Francis Olusola Alao has commended President Bola Tinubu, Governor Seyi Makinde, security agencies, local government council chairmen and traditional rulers in Ogbomoso Zone on the rescue of school pupils and teachers from abductors. The children and teachers, who were kidnapped in Ahoro-Esinele, Yawota, and Alawusa, in Oriire Local Government Area […]
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Orire Kidnapping: Akinyele LG Chairman Hails Governor Makinde After Victims’ Release.
The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon. Akinwole Akinleye, has applauded the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, following the successful rescue and release of the teachers and pupils who were abducted in Oriire Local Government Area. He described the development as a remarkable victory for the people of Oyo State and […]
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Breaking: Kidnapped Oyo Schoolchildren and Teachers Finally Released.
The Federal Government has disclosed that eight suspected kidnappers were arrested while several others were neutralised during the rescue operation that secured the freedom of pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed the details on Friday in […]
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AINPN Southwest Set to Honour Tunji-Ojo, Afe Babalola, Chief Bakare in Ibadan.
The Association of Independent Newspaper Publishers of Nigeria, AINPN, Southwest Chapter, has announced plans to hold its 2026 Southwest Leadership Icon Award on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026 at the Ogunlana Hall, International Conference Center, University of Ibadan, Oyo State. The event, themed “Fostering Regional Prosperity: Economic and Security Integration in Southwest Nigeria”, is designed to […]
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Peter Obi Is No Match for Me or Tinubu, Says Umahi.
As political activities ahead of the 2027 presidential election begin to gather momentum, the Minister of Works, David Umahi, has dismissed claims that Labour Party’s Peter Obi poses any political challenge to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu or the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking during an appearance on Arise Television’s Daybreak Show on Tuesday, July […]
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Alli congratulates Florence Ajimobi on diplomatic milestone in Austria
The Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli, has congratulated former First Lady of Oyo State, Ambassador Florence Ajimobi, on the presentation of her Copie d’Usage to Ambassador Maximilian Hennig, Chief of Protocol of the Republic of Austria. Alli, in a statement issued on Tuesday in Ibadan, […]
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Nigeria Woman arrested for holding knife against a little girl to be charged with attempted murder- Abia police command says.
The Abia state police command says the 35-year-old woman, Nwoko Gift from Imo State, who was caught on camera ass@ulting her 12-year-old niece, Miss EBo Chimamanda, while armed with a Kitchen kn!fe, will be charged to court for attempted m#rder. Confirming her arrest to newsmen in a press release, the spokesperson of the command, DSP […]
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Oyo Govt partners Dangote Foundation, distributes rice to 30,000 residents
The Oyo State Government has again collaborated with the Aliko Dangote Foundation in reaching out to about 30,000 underprivileged residents of the state with the distribution of 10kg bags of rice to them. The distribution, which took place on Monday, at the Local Government Training School, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, is the second in the series […]
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Oyo APC guber candidate Alli, redeems ₦25m pledge to Bode market traders.
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli, on Monday redeemed his ₦25 million pledge to traders at Bode Market, reaffirming his commitment to grassroots economic development and traders’ welfare. Alli, represented by Oloye Shina Alabi, presented the cheque to the traders led by the Iyaloja of […]
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Not All Kutis Use Narcotics” — Made Kuti Debunks Long-Standing Family Stereotype
Afrobeat singer Made Kuti has addressed the long-standing public perception that members of the legendary Kuti family are associated with narcotics, insisting that the assumption is both inaccurate and unfair.Speaking during an interview with TheCable on the sidelines of the United States Mission’s 250th Independence Day celebration held in Lagos, the musician said he has […]
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Oyo NUJ Celebrates Adeolu Akande, Hails Exceptional Leadership.
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has felicitated with former Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Adeolu Akande, on his 61st birthday, describing him as an outstanding leader, legal luminary, distinguished intellectual and dependable benefactor. The union, in a statement issued in Ibadan by its Chairman, Akeem Abas and Secretary, […]
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