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SAfER II: Oyo begins distribution of 10kg rice to 30,000 residents
.As Dangote Foundation lauds MakindeThe Oyo State Government has begun the second phase of the Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery (SAfER). The state government kick-started the phase with the distribution of 10kg bags of rice to 30,000 residents on Wednesday. Speaking at the presentation of the food relief item held at the Local Government Training […]
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BREAKING: CBN Retains Interest Rate at 27.5% in Second MPC Meeting of 2025
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has maintained the Monetary Policy Rate (MPR) at 27.5% for the second time this year. CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, announced the decision on Tuesday during a press briefing following the 300th meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) held in Abuja. “The Committee was unanimous in its agreement to […]
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Youth Summit 2025: We’re giving youths opportunities to unlock potentials- Makinde
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that his administration will continue to give youths in the state the platforms and opportunities to unlock their potentials. The governor said having realised that for any nation to prosper economically it must create entrepreneurs, be committed to education of its young people and must take production seriously, […]
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EFCC Arrests Socialite E-Money Over Alleged Naira Abuse
The arrest is the latest in the EFCC’s crackdown on naira abuse. A few days back, singer Terry Apala was remanded over alleged abuse of the country’s banknotes. The EFCC has not released a statement over E-Money’s arrest. Photo: Instagram@iam_emoney1 The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested socialite E-Money over alleged money laundering. […]
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FG Releases ₦50bn To ASUU, Others For Earned Allowances
Alausa expressed Tinubu’s heartfelt appreciation to the academic and non-academic unions for their sustained trust in his administration. The Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Alausa, has announced the release of ₦50 billion by the Federal Government to the academic and non-academic staff unions of federal universities for the settlement of earned allowances, as promised by […]
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DPO, Not ‘Area Boys’ Arrested Quadri – Police
The police commissioner said that contrary to the claim by the lawyer, the boy was arrested by the Divisional Police Officer of the Amukoko Divisional Headquarters. The Lagos State Police Command has dismissed the claim that Quadri Alabi, who went viral during campaigns for the 2023 general elections when he stood in front of the […]
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Easter: Makinde felicitates Christians, calls for more prayers
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has felicitated Christians in the state and across the country on the Easter Festival. The governor charged them to use the auspicious occasion, which marks the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ, to pray for the country and its leaders. Governor Makinde, who gave this charge on Saturday, […]
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Senator Alli urges Christians to embrace Easter’s true messages
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has extended warm Easter greetings to Christians across the country, urging them to reflect on the values of love, sacrifice, and renewal which the season symbolizes. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan. […]
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We’ll partner with US on investments, education, others – Makinde
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has expressed his administration’s readiness to partner with the United States of America to explore opportunities in solid minerals development, agribusiness, education and other investment opportunities that will benefit both parties. The governor stated this on Wednesday, when a delegation from the United States Consul-General, led by the Deputy Chief, […]
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Akinyele Council Boss Sends New Month Message to Akinyele Residents reaffirms his commitment to achieving Better Akinyele Local Government.
The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has extended his new month felicitation to the good people of Akinyele Local Government. In a message made available to the public through his Chief Media Aide, Ogundipe Miracle, Hon Akinwole reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that a better and sustainable Akinyele Local Government is […]
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Senator Natasha resubmits sex😊al harassment petition against Akpabio
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has once again resubmitted a sex😊al harassment petition against Senate President Godswill Akpabioto the Senate. She submitted the petition on behalf of her constituents, led by Zubairu Yakubu. Following the presentation, Senate President Akpabio inquired whether there were any legal impediments to accepting the petition. She responded that there were none. The […]
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CENSUS: Oyo State NPC Visits Akinyele Council Boss, seeks collaboration for forthcoming National Census.
The Oyo state National Population Commission led by its Director, Mr Adebayo Olayide Ajani, yesterday paid a courtesy visit to the Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye in his office at Akinyele Local Government secretariat, Moniya Ibadan. While Introducing the Oyo state NPC Delegates, The Comptroller, Akinyele LG NPC, Mr Adebayo Ismail […]
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The South West Guild of Online Publishers (SWEGOP) on Thursday elected new executives to pilot its affairs.
At a meeting held at the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre, Iyaganku, Ibadan, members appointed former Southwest Bureau Chief of the Nations newspapers, Bisi Oladele as Chairman, with Dapo Falade emerging as Vice Chairman. Taiwo Oluwadamilare was named Secretary, while Joseph Okuwofu will serve as Assistant Secretary. Other officials include Temi Aboderin as […]
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LP Fielding Peter Obi Against Tinubu In 2027, Says Arabambi
Arabambi said Tinubu would not have a smooth sail in the next general polls. Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Labour Party (LP) says it would field former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, as its candidate. Obi was the LP’s presidential candidate in 2023 but lost to President Bola Tinubu, the then-candidate of the […]
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Anambra State Government seals shrine linked to Oke Ite practice, Yahoo plus in Okija
The Anambra State government has sealed a shrine in Umuofor village,Ojika in Ihiala Local Government Area allegedly used by Ekene Igboegbueze to make people rich through supernatural means. The Special Adviser to Governor Chukwuma Soludo on Community Security, Ken Emeakai who disclosed this when he led men of Operation Udo Ga-Achi to the shrine, explained […]
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Oyo State Revenue Board Set to Shut Down Hospitality Businesses Over Unpaid Taxes- Chairman Olufemi Awakan
The Oyo State Board of Internal Revenue has announced plans to shut down hotels, restaurants, apartments, and other businesses in the hospitality sector that fail to meet their tax obligations by February 13, 2025. In a statement, the board emphasized that affected businesses must settle various taxes and levies, including Personal Income Tax, Land Use […]
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Akinyele Council boss, Hon Akinwole Akinleye bags Exemplary Leader 2025 Award of Excellence*.
The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon Akinwole Akinleye has bagged The Nurudeen Islam Mosque( As-Sadat Tijaniyat Li Ibrahimiyat Movement of Nigeria) Exemplary Leader 2025 Award of Excellence. The Award was presented to Hon Akinwole Akinleye in recognition of his contribution to the development of Islam at the Annual Maolud Nabiyy and special prayer […]
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Ibadan roads rehabilitation, others: Who will tell GSM?
Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration has been actively involved in rehabilitating roads in Ibadan in recent times. The Oyo State Government commenced the major road rehabilitation projects in key areas of Ibadan with the aim to improve transportation and the socio-economics of the state capital. From Yemetu to Bodija to UI Junction to Beere-Molete-Popoyemoja Roads, from […]
Read MoreOyo JAC of tertiary institutions visits Makinde, commiserate with him over elder brother’s death
The Joint Action Committee (JAC), of Tertiary Institutions in Oyo State, led by its Chairman, Dr Kola Lawal, paid a condolence visit to His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde, at his private residence in Ibadan. The visit was to express their heartfelt sympathy over the demise of his elder brother, Mr. Sunday Makinde. The JAC delegation […]
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Nigerian Flag: FG Donates N30M To Family Of Late Taiwo Akinkunmiml.
The Federal government has donated N30 million to the family of the late Taiwo Akinkunmi, the designer of the Nigerian flag. Akinkunmi died on August 30, 2023, at 87, after a brief illness. He was buried on September 6, 2024, a year after his demise, after his family waited endlessly for the state burial promised […]
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