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Immigration Service Hikes Passport Application Fees
The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has announced an upward review of fees for standard passports, with the new charges set to take effect from Monday, September 1, 2025. In a statement issued on Thursday, August 28, by its Public Relations Officer, ACI A.S. Akinlabi, the Service explained that the increment became necessary to maintain the […]
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Yoruba Group Reasserts Lagos as Part of Yorubaland, Rejects ‘No Man’s Land’ Claims
The Yoruba Self-Determination Movement (YSDM) has reaffirmed Lagos State’s position as an integral part of Yorubaland, dismissing recurring claims that the state is “No Man’s Land.” Speaking at a world press conference in Lagos on Friday, YSDM Deputy Leader (Homeland), Arc. Opeoluwa G. Akinola, warned against what the group described as political, economic, and cultural […]
Read MoreOyo Govt mobilises women, advocates increased involvement in electoral processLess than 72 hours to the Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election, the Oyo State
Government has launched a campaign to increase women’s participation in the electoral process and to encourage dialogue around women’s roles in civic governance and nation-building.Tagged the ‘One Woman, One Vote Campaign,’ the sensitisation programme organised by the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, the state government brought together participants from all backgrounds from across […]
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We’re repositioning Oyo Water Corporation, improving water supply to residents – Adeojo
Chairman of the Water Corporation of Oyo State, Hon. Elias Adeojo, has explained efforts being made by the corporation to improve water supply to industries and homes across Ibadan and other parts of the state, noting that the efforts have begun to pay off.Adeojo, who hailed the Governor ‘Seyi Makinde administration for its commitment to […]
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Former Senator Ibrahim Musa Kontagora Dies After Reported Surgery Delay Over Unpaid Hospital Bill
Former Niger North Senator, Ibrahim Musa Kontagora, has died in Abuja following a medical emergency, amid allegations that a private hospital delayed life-saving surgery due to an outstanding bill. According to Peoples Gazette, the ex-lawmaker passed away at Nizamiye Hospital after the facility allegedly insisted on full payment of a $30,000 surgery fee before proceeding. […]
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Satguru Maharaj Ji Pleads With President Tinubu To Grant Sunday Igboho Amnesty
Says ‘Igboho is the living manifestation of the spirit of Oduduwa’ The Founder of One Love Family and Living Perfect Master, Satguru Maharaj Ji, has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to grant amnesty to Yoruba agitator, Sunday Adeyemo popularly known as Sunday Igboho who is on self-exile, to return to Nigeria. Maharaj Ji pleaded […]
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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 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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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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Oyo presents 2025 Budget implementation report
.Says small businesses, artisans, farmers to benefit in N5.4bn SAfER II package The Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, Oyo State, on Wednesday, presented the report of the implementation of Quarters 1 & 2 of the 2025 Budget, saying that the state achieved 80 per cent revenue for the half-year budget performance between January and […]
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Wike Dances with Joy as UNIPORT Confers Honorary Doctorate Degree
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, stole the spotlight with energetic dance moves as he was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Science degree by the University of Port Harcourt. The lively moment, now trending across social media, took place during the institution’s convocation ceremony held on Saturday at its main campus in Port […]
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Real Reason Vice-President Kashim Shettima Should Resign Now – Satguru Maharaj Ji
As Vice President Kashim Shettima’s comment on the unconstitutionality of the Federal Government’s emergency rule on Rivers escalates, the Founder of One Love Family and Living Perfect Master, Satguru Maharaj Ji has called for his resignation. Recall, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had foisted a state of emergency on the oil-rich Rivers on March 18, 2025, […]
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DISTRESS CALL: Akinyele Council Boss, Hon Akinwole Akinleye Rallies Security Agencies to Reassure Ojoo-Arulogun Road Residents of Security Agencies Alertness.*
During his address to the residents of Kole, Hon Akinwole Akinleye emphasized the importance of community cooperation in maintaining safety and security. He urged residents not to panic but to remain vigilant and proactive in their neighborhoods. The Executive Chairman highlighted the role of community vigilantes, encouraging locals to continue their efforts in signaling any […]
Read MoreIbadan Circular Road: Makinde’s efforts on road infrastructure commendable – Oyo Advisory Council
.Commends gov on legacy projectThe Oyo State Advisory Council has commended Governor ‘Seyi Makinde’s efforts on building quality road infrastructure that targets the economic expansion agenda of the state.Chairman of the Council, Chief Bolaji Ayorinde (SAN), gave this commendation on Wednesday when he led members of the Council on an inspection to the ongoing 110 […]
Read MoreAdelabu’s meeting with APC Ibadan Southeast Leaders was to Foster Peace and Unity – APC chieftain
Tinubu Has No Time To Impose Anyone In Oyo, Adelabu Told Us – APC Chieftain A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress APC, Hon. Ezekiel Tunrayo has revealed that the Saturday meeting between some leaders of the party in Ibadan Southeast Local Government Area and the minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu was not an […]
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Senator Alli donates medical equipment to Ibadan PHC
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has donated medical equipment to Omowunmi Primary Healthcare Centre, Orita- Aperin in Ibadan to boost healthcare delivery for residents of the community and beyond. This is contained in a statement issued by his Media Office and made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan. The donated items were received with […]
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How Shettima Arrives In Ethiopia For Official State Visit
The Vice President, Kashim Shettima, has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, for an official state visit at the invitation of the Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed Ali. He was received at the airport by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ethiopia, Gedion Timothewos and other members of the Ethiopian […]
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SWEGOP Tasks South West Development Commission on Quality, Timely Project Delivery
The South West Guild of Online Publishers (SWEGOP) has called on the newly inaugurated management of the South West Development Commission (SWDC) to hit the ground running with visionary programmes, prioritizing quality and timely delivery of projects. In a news release jointly signed by its Chairman Bisi Oladele and Public Relations Officer Remi Oladoye, SWEGOP […]
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Senator Alli mourns late Pa Ojewola, hails deceased’s progressive legacy
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Chief Samuel Olatayo Ojewola popularly known as Baba Oku This is contained in a statement signed by his Media Office and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan. Senator Alli described the late Pa Ojewola as a man of pedigree, uncommon […]
Read MoreEFCC Arrests Benue Gov’s Aide For Alleged Sextortion, Cyberbullying
The petitioners alleged that Aondona was routinely recruiting slim and attractive girls for ushering jobs and insisted on sexual favours as a condition for selection. Operatives of the Makurdi Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested the Special Adviser to the Executive Governor of Benue State on Documentation, Research, and […]
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