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Senator Alli Celebrates Prince Niran Adeyoju on His Birthday
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has congratulated renowned businessman and APC Chieftain, Prince Niran Adeyoju, on the occasion of his birthday. This is contained in a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan. Senator Alli described Adeyoju as a visionary leader and patriotic party stalwart, who has contributed immensely […]
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APC’ll form next govt in Oyo if… – Ex-Oyo Assembly Whip.
The former Chief Whip of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Adigun Hammed-Abiodun, on Tuesday urged the national leadership of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to provide all members of the party with a level playing field in the forthcoming congresses. He maintained that internal democracy and unity remain the keys to the party’s […]
Read MoreMakinde commiserates with Arise Television over staff’s death
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has condoled with the Chairman of Arise Television, Prince Nduka Obaigbena, the management and staff of the company on the demise of one of its news anchors, Somtochukwu Maduagwu, during a robbery incidence at her Abuja residence. The governor also commiserated with the relations of the deceased. Makinde, in a […]
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Nigeria @ 65: Gov Mutfwang Calls for Peace, Unity and National Renewal.
As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has called on citizens to embrace peace, unity, and a renewed spirit of patriotism. In a statement, the governor described the celebration as both a historic milestone and a solemn moment for reflection on the nation’s journey since independence. He paid tribute to […]
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Oyo Acting Gov visits slain journalist’s family
Oyo State Acting Governor, Barr. Abdulraheem Bayo Lawal, has paid a condolence visit to the family of Mr Ojo Peter, an online media journalist, who was killed by suspected armed robbers in Ibadan.Barr. Lawal, who visited the wife and children of the deceased journalist in Ibadan, expressed sadness over the unfortunate incident that claimed the […]
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Senator Alli powers FSTC Igangan with massive solar energy project
In a landmark stride toward sustainable education, Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has powered the Federal Science and Technical College (FSTC), Igangan, with high-capacity solar inverters and panels. This is contained in a statement issued by his media office and made available to newsmen on Friday. The project, executed by Casbern Global Services Limited, guarantees […]
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Intra-African Trade Fair: Obasanjo Calls for Unity, Action, and Development.
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on African leaders to move beyond rhetoric and take decisive steps towards achieving true continental integration and sustainable development. Speaking at the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) in Algeria, Obasanjo emphasized that Africa can only realize “The Africa We Want” through unity, strong political will, and concrete action. Echoing his […]
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Reno Omokri Calls for Review of Workdays, Says Current System Unfair to Muslims
Former presidential aide, Reno Omokri, has called on the Federal Government to review Nigeria’s official workdays, arguing that the current system puts Muslims at a disadvantage. In a video shared on his verified Facebook page on Friday, Omokri noted that while Christians enjoy Sundays as a rest day, Muslims are still required to work on […]
Read MoreEmergency Plenary Was Duly Notified – Oyo Assembly Berates Hon. Shittu’s Lies, Non-Performance, and Poor Attendance Record*
The Oyo State House of Assembly has issued a strongly worded rebuttal to the baseless claims made by Hon. Ibrahim Shittu, member representing Saki West State Constituency, over the recent emergency plenary session which he falsely alleged was used to secretly approve a N300 billion loan request from the Executive without proper notification to members. […]
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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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