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2026 Eld-el-Fitri: Abide by doctrines, lessons of Ramadan, Makinde urges Muslim faithful
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has urged the Muslim Ummah to always imbibe the spirit of humility, kindness and forgiveness, while also abiding by the doctrines and lessons taught by the Holy Quran beyond the Ramadan period. The Deputy Governor, Barr. Abdulraheem Bayo Lawal, spoke on behalf of the governor on Friday, after he (Lawal) […]
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Akinleye Urges Residents to Sustain Ramadan Values, Promotes Unity at Eid-el-Fitr
Akinyele Local Government, Chairman Hon. Akinwole Akinleye, has called on residents to uphold the virtues of unity, compassion, and discipline imbibed during the holy month of Ramadan. In his Eid-el-Fitr message to Muslim faithful and residents of Akinyele, Akinleye congratulated them on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast, urging them to sustain the lessons […]
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Iyabo Ojo clarifies relationship stance with biggest fan turn scammer, Motun, bans her from her movie premiere
Actress Iyabo Ojo has set the record straight on the ongoing issue with one of her biggest fans, Motun.The lady who built her entire Instagram page around being Iyabo Ojo’s biggest fan made people believe she had real access to the actress, which enabled her to scam gullible fans. According to reports, Motun allegedly started a […]
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OYRLEA Reinforces Enforcement on Street Trading, Insists Measures Will Be Sustained*
The Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA) on Tuesday tightened enforcement of regulations against street and roadside trading along major markets in Ibadan. The joint operation, led by OYRLEA in collaboration with the Oyo State Environmental Task Force, the Nigeria Police Force, and Amotekun, targeted indiscriminate roadside trading. The team moved through Challenge, […]
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Eid el Fitri: Makinde felicitates Muslims
As the 2026 Ramadan season comes to a close, Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has felicitated Muslims in Oyo State and across Nigeria. Governor Makinde lauded them for their sacrifice, perseverance and commitment during the 30-day fasting period. The governor charged the Muslim faithful to use the opportunity presented by the Eid-el-Fitri to seek God’s […]
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Akeem Abas: 100 Days of Vision, Impact and Reform in Oyo NUJ – By Temidayo Adu*
The emergence of Akeem Babatunde Abas as Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, marked the beginning of a new era defined by vision, inclusiveness, and purposeful leadership. Members and stakeholders of the council spoke with one voice during the election, entrusting Abas with the responsibility to pilot the affairs of […]
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Eid-el-Fitri: Senator Alli urges unity, compassion among Nigerians
Senator (Dr.) Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithfuls in Nigeria on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast, urging them to sustain the virtues of sacrifice, discipline and compassion imbibed during the holy month. This is contained in a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen on Thursday […]
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Oyo NUJ Disowns ‘Divine Mandate Movement’, Warns Public Against Dealings
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has disassociated itself from a group operating under the name “Divine Mandate Movement,” declaring that it is not recognised by the union. In a disclaimer issued at NUJ Oyo, the council said its attention had been drawn to the activities of certain individuals allegedly led by Raji Adebayo, who […]
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Officials Deliver According to Capacity, Says Dapo Lam-Adesina as He Urges Support for Tinubu Govt.
The Coordinator of Ibadan Youths for Asiwaju, a support group mobilising support for the re-election of President Bola Tinubu in 2027, Hon. Dapo Lam-Adesina said he does not join the trend of criticising government officials, noting that public office holders can only deliver based on their capabilities. Lam-Adesina, a former member of the House of […]
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FG Declares Two-Day Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Fitr Celebrations.
The Federal Government has declared Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, 2026, as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Fitr celebration. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement issued through the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Magdalene Ajani.In his message, the minister congratulated Muslim faithful across the country on […]
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Amaechi Slams Federal Government Over Deadly Maiduguri Blasts, Calls for Urgent Action.
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has strongly criticised the administration of President Bola Tinubu following the deadly bombings in Maiduguri, accusing the government of failing in its primary responsibility to protect citizens. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Amaechi, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), condemned the attacks which occurred on Monday […]
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We must work together to ensure safe, sustainable mining sector, Oyo Govt tells miners
The Oyo State Government has advocated stronger collaborations among itself, licenced miners and community leaders as a way to promote safe, responsible and sustainable mining practices in the state.The state government gave this indication recently through the Oyo State Mineral Development Agency (OYSMIDA), noting that the security and environmental concerns surrounding mining activities have made […]
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CBN Bars Loan Defaulters from Accessing Banking Services, New Credit
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed banks and other financial institutions to deny certain banking services and additional credit facilities to large borrowers with non-performing loans as part of efforts to strengthen credit discipline in the banking sector. The directive was contained in a letter dated March 12, 2026, and signed by the […]
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FG, States, LGs Share N1.894trn February Revenue – FAAC
The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total of N1.894 trillion as Federation Account revenue for February 2026 among the Federal Government, state governments and local government councils. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the Director of Press and Public Relations in the Office of the Accountant-General of the […]
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Paulo Okoye questions Priscillia Ojo on her 25th birthday
Talent manager Paulo Okoye is celebrating his stepdaughter, Priscilla, as she turns 25 today. On his Instagram page, he wished her a happy birthday and prayed for her to keep shining. The father of two questioned where the party is being held.“Happiest birthday, Mama @rakeem_mk.Big 25.Keep on shining. Where is the party?”. When Priscilla and Juma welcomed […]
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Senator Alli Felicitates APC Leader, Chief Jolaosho at 91
The Senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District, Senator (Dr.) Sharafadeen Alli has extended warm congratulations to a leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lanlate, Ibarapa East Local Government Area of Oyo State, Chief Timothy Jolaosho, on the occasion of his new age celebration. Alli conveyed his felicitations in a statement personally signed and […]
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Makinde appoints acting OYSERC board members to accelerate state’s electricity market
In a bid to facilitate the oversight functions of the Oyo State Electricity Regulatory Commission (OYSERC) and accelerate the opening of the state’s electricity market, Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has appointed the Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Prof. Dahud Kehinde Shangodoyin, as the Acting Chairman of the commission. The governor also appointed Mr. […]
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OYO NAWOJ Calls for Girl Child Education, Regular Health Check-ups on Women’s Day*
The Oyo State Chapter of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has emphasized the importance of girl child education and women empowerment at a sensitization programme in Dugbe Market, Ibadan. Speaking on the occasion of International Women’s Day, NAWOJ OYO Chairperson Mrs. Omolola Alamu stressed that educating girls is key to societal progress and […]
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Makinde’s wife flags off health insurance scheme programme for the elderly in Egbeda LG
Wife of the Oyo State Governor, Engr (Mrs) Tamunominini Makinde, has flagged off a one-year enrolment package for 250 elderly residents of Egbeda Local Government under the Oyo State Health Insurance Scheme (OYSHIA).The package, which is an empowerment programme emplaced by the chairman of the council, Hon Sikiru Sanda, is aimed at creating greater access […]
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“We still have good people in Nigeria” – Actress Ronke Odusaya testifies after three men save her life at Ibadan-Oyo Expressway
Popular Nollywood actress Ronke Odusaya has declared that there are still good people in the world following a grand gesture from three men.The talented thespian revealed that she was en route to Ibrahim Chatta’s film village for Damilola Oni’s movie production, when one of the bolts in her car’s tyre removed on the Ibadan-Oyo Expressway. Ronke […]
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