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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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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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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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Oyo NUJ Celebrates Ajimobi’s Diplomatic Appointment
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has congratulated the wife of a former Governor of Oyo State, Florence Ajimobi, Mrs Florence Ajimobi on her appointment as Nigeria’s Ambassador to Austria by President Bola Tinubu. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman Mr. Akeem Abas, and the Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the union […]
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Senator Alli congratulates ex-Oyo deputy gov., Adeyemo on emergence as Oyo APC Chairman
Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli (APC–Oyo South) has congratulated former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Chief Moses Adeyemo, on his emergence as the new Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State. Senator Alli in a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen on Wednesday in Ibadan, described Adeyemo’s emergence as well-deserved. […]
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Akinyele Chairman, NSCDC Commander Move to Enhance Grassroots Security.
In a move aimed at deepening security collaboration at the grassroots, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Area B Commander, ACC Oluwole Olusegun Ebenezer, on Tuesday, 10th February, 2026, paid a courtesy and familiarization visit to the Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon. Akinwole Akinleye. The visit took place at the Executive […]
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Akinyele Politician Saheed Akinrinde Switches Allegiance from APC to PDP.
The political landscape of Akinyele Local Government has witnessed a significant realignment as Hon. Saheed Akinrinde, popularly known as Bobby Jet, alongside his loyal team, officially decamped from the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The development has continued to generate excitement across the local government, marking another boost for the […]
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Oyo Govt, AfCFTA meet, deliberate on collaborative initiatives
.As Mene lauds MakindeOyo State Government has met with the leadership of the African Continental Free Trade Area in Ghana to discuss collaborative initiatives as the state begins the full implementation of the AfCFTA Strategy. This followed a Training the Trainers Workshop held in Ibadan last week, with the Special Adviser on International Trade and […]
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Oyo NUJ Felicitates Makinde, Ladoja on Sun Awards*
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has congratulated Gov. Seyi Makinde and the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, on honours conferred on them by The Sun Newspapers. The statement, jointly signed by Chairman, Akeem Abas and Secretary, Temidayo Adu, said Makinde won Sun Political Personality of the Year, while Ladoja received […]
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AfCFTA: We’ve positioned Oyo for international trade – Makinde
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, said on Friday that the state has been positioned as a global player in the exporting business and as a strategic connecting hub for other states seeking access to international markets. The governor noted that this was made possible following the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) […]
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Senator Alli’s ‘Flow with Dignity’ initiative reaches 10,000 Ibarapa schoolgirls
Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli (APC- Oyo South) has launched a two-day initiative educating girl children on safe sexual life and hygienic menstrual management, reaching about 10,000 students across Ibarapa communities in Oyo State. The sensitisation exercise held on Feb. 2 and 3, covered seven schools located in Tapa, Ayete, Igangan, Idere, Igboora, Eruwa and Lanlate […]
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Oyo @ 50: My team’ll continue where I stop in 2027 – Makinde
.As Peter Obi lauds Gov for uplift of state Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that while his tenure will end in May 2027, members of his team with whom he has delivered good governance, are poised to continue the good works in different capacities. Governor Makinde, who noted that his administration will continue […]
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Taraba Begins Screening, Disbursement of Outstanding Gratuities for 2015 Retirees
The Taraba State Ministry of Finance, Budget and Economic Planning has announced the commencement of the screening and disbursement of outstanding gratuities and death benefits for eligible retirees from the 2015 cohort. According to an official statement, the exercise will begin on Monday, February 2, 2026, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Jalingo, starting from 9:00 a.m. daily. The screening […]
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Oyo State @ 50: Makinde pledges commitment to securing better future, inclusive development for state
As the Oyo State at 50 Celebrations kicked off with an opening ceremony on Monday, the state governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has pledged his administration’s commitment to securing a better future built on strong institutions, sustainable growth, empowered young people, inclusive development and lasting stability. The governor stated this at the event held at the International […]
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Makinde appoints Audit Service Commission Chairman, one other aide
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has appointed Mr David Aderemi Okediji and Mr Olufemi Ebenezer Olanrewaju as Chairman of the Oyo State Audit Service Commission and Special Assistant on Liaison Office (Lagos) respectively.The appointments, announced on Tuesday through a letter signed by the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Otunba Segun Ogunwuyi, quoted the governor […]
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SARSINO @53: Akinyele Council Boss, Hon Akinwole Akinleye Celebrates Oluyole LG Counterpart, Engr. Akeem Olatunji on his birthday.*
The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has extended deep heartfelt congratulations to the Executive Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji on the Auspicious celebration of his birthday. Hon Akinwole Akinleye In a statement released by his Chief Media Aide Ogundipe Miracle extolled Engr Olatunji’s commitment to grassroots development and […]
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Birthday: Senator Alli celebrates APC Oyo South Chair, Olaoya
Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli (APC–Oyo South) has graciously felicitated with the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Oyo South Senatorial District, Hon. Mojeed Olaoya, 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 Hon. Olaoya as […]
Read More2026 Budget: We’re focusing on production, deemphasising consumption, Makinde says.Signs Appropriation Bill into law
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that the state’s 2026 Budget has deemphasised consumption and is focused on increasing production, as that remains the best way to expand the economy of the state. The governor stated this on Monday, shortly after signing the 2026 Appropriation Bill into Law, calling on all stakeholders in the […]
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