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President Tinubu Appoints Engr. Abdullahi Garba Ramat as NERC Director-General
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Engr. Abdullahi Garba Ramat as the new Director-General of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), in a move aimed at strengthening the country’s power sector governance. Ramat, a seasoned energy expert with over 15 years of experience, is known for his work in regulatory governance, power […]
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Alleged Ritualist and Kidnapper, Ichie Millions, Smiles in Court Despite Gruesome Charges
Obi Levi Obieze, popularly known as Ichie Millions Ezeani, appeared in court on Tuesday, August 6, wearing a calm smile despite facing disturbing charges, including the alleged abduction and ritual killing of pregnant women. The suspect, said to be a native doctor, was arraigned following his dramatic arrest while reportedly attempting to flee Nigeria. His […]
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Governor Adeleke Travels to U.S. for Davido and Chioma’s Wedding Celebration
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has travelled to the United States to attend the wedding ceremony of his nephew and Afrobeats superstar, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido The high-profile wedding, set to take place in Miami, Florida, this August, is expected to attract notable personalities from across the globe. Governor Adeleke’s media aide, […]
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Doyin Abiola, Wife of Late MKO Abiola and Nigeria’s First Female Newspaper Editor, Passes Away.
Dr. Doyin Abiola, trailblazing journalist and wife of the late Chief MKO Abiola, has passed away. She reportedly died around 9:15 p.m. on Tuesday, August 5, according to family sources. A pioneer in Nigerian journalism, Dr. Abiola made history as the first female Editor of a national daily and later as the first female Managing […]
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Senator Alli hails Ladoja’s nomination as 44th Olubadan
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has congratulated former Oyo State Governor, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, on his nomination as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland by the Olubadan-in-Council. Alli, who is also the Ekarun-Balogun of Ibadanland, made this known in a statement he personally signed and made available to journalists on Tuesday in Ibadan. He senator […]
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House of Rep by-election: Makinde urges support for PDP candidate, Oyekunle
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has called on residents of Ibadan North Local Government to come out en masse and vote for Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle, the Peoples Democratic Party’s candidate in the forthcoming House of Representatives by-election, slated for August 16, 2025. The governor made the call on Monday during the official flag-off of the […]
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Osun APC Slams Governor Adeleke Over Unannounced Trip, Government Responds
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has raised concerns over the absence of Governor Ademola Adeleke, accusing him of abandoning his official duties without informing the public of his whereabouts. In a statement issued on Tuesday by the party’s Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, the APC claimed that Governor […]
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Diaspora Outrage: UK-Based Nigerian Urges Deportation of Tinubu Supporters Abroad
A Nigerian woman identified as Vivian (@VivianRora) has stirred heated debate on social media after urging British authorities to deport Nigerians living in the United Kingdom who openly support what she described as “bad governance” in Nigeria. In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), Vivian directly tagged the UK Secretary of State for Business […]
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Shettima, AfDB president, Makinde break ground for Ijaiye Agribusiness Devt Hub
.As VP, others commend Oyo Govt’s agribusiness policyVice-President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr Akinwumi Adesina and the governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Saturday, turned the sod for the Oyo State Agribusiness Industrial Hub, Ijaiye, under the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone. Shettima, […]
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Birthday: Senator Alli celebrates Oyo APC Spokesman, Wasiu Sadare
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has congratulated Alhaji Wasiu Olawale Sadare, the Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, on the occasion of his birthday. This is contained in a statement issued by his Media Office and made available to newsmen on Saturday in Ibadan. Alli described Sadare as a dedicated […]
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Makinde to NYSC Members: Your Conduct Reflects Your Commitment to Nation-Building
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has charged members of the 2025 Batch B Stream 1 of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) deployed to the state to uphold values of integrity, hard work, and cultural tolerance, stressing that their conduct during the service year will reflect their dedication to nation-building. The governor gave the […]
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Oyo School Alumnus Donates N1 Million in Prizes to Top Students, Teachers to Challenge ‘Education is a Scam’ Notion
In a powerful effort to promote academic excellence and dispel the growing notion that “education is a scam,” an alumnus of Abiodun Atiba Memorial Institute, Oyo, Mr. Babatunde Tijani (popularly known as TJ), has awarded N1 million to outstanding graduating students and dedicated staff of the school. The donation was announced during the school’s 44th […]
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Governor Adeleke Dismisses Defection Rumours, Reaffirms Commitment to PDP.
Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has debunked reports claiming he plans to dump the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ahead of the 2026 governorship election. In a statement released on Friday by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, Governor Adeleke described the rumours of his alleged alliance with ADC leaders as […]
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Nigerian Nurses and Midwives Suspend Nationwide Strike After Government Intervention
The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has suspended its nationwide strike, which began on July 29, 2025. The Minister of Health, Prof. Ali Pate, announced the suspension on Friday after a closed-door meeting with union leaders in Abuja. According to him, the strike was halted following agreements reached between the government and […]
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Popular Yoruba Nollywood Actress Omotola Is De@d
The demise of the actress, who featured in Lisabi alongside actor Lateef Adedimeji, was announced by her colleague, Bakare Zainab. However, Zainab did not reveal the cause of the death. She wrote, “Goodnight. Omotola rest well.” Similarly, Ashabi, the babymama to controversial singer, Portable, in a post via Instagram, recounted the last moment with Omotola, […]
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Senator Alli felicitates Adeseun, Aderibigbe on birthday
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Sen. Ayoade Adeseun and Asiwaju Yemi Aderibigbe, describing them as illustrious sons of Oyo State and pillars of progressive politics. This is contained in a congratulatory message he personally signed and made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan. Alli lauded their immense contributions […]
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Emerge from 2Baba and Natasha Osawaru’s Secret Traditional Wedding
Images have surfaced confirming the traditional wedding between music icon Innocent “2Baba” Idibia and politician Natasha Osawaru, putting widespread speculation to rest. The couple reportedly tied the knot in a private ceremony held on Friday, away from public attention. The low-key event remained undisclosed until now, when exclusive photos from the ceremony began circulating online, […]
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EFCC Nabs 12 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Lagos
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Lagos Zonal Directorate 2, has arrested 12 individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud in Lekki, Lagos State. According to a statement released by the Commission, the suspects were apprehended on Thursday, July 31, 2025, during a sting operation conducted along Spar Road, Salem Bus Stop in Lekki, […]
Read MoreOluyole Golf Tournament: Sports tourism top of Makinde’s agenda to develop Oyo
Oyo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr Wasiu Olatubosun, has said that sports tourism occupies a prime place in Governor ‘Seyi Makinde’s agenda to expand the state’s economy through tourism and hospitality. Olatubosun, who stated this on Wednesday, at a press briefing organised ahead of the Oluyole Golf Tournament 2025 billed to hold in […]
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Ijaiye Special Agro-industrial Processing Zone, Wholesale Market’ll transform your businesses, Oyo assures farmers
The Oyo State Government has declared that the planned Ijaiye Special Agro-industrial Processing Zone and the Rungis-styled Food Wholesale Market will transform agriculture and business in Ijaiye, its environs and across Oyo State. It explained that 3,000 hectares out of the 7,581 hectares at the Ijaiye Farm Settlement have been designated for the twin initiative, […]
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