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Akinyele LG Cracks Down on Crime: Illegal Brothel Used as Criminal Hideout Uncovered and Sealed for Demolition
In a decisive move to strengthen grassroots security and safeguard lives and property, Akinyele Local Government has uncovered and sealed an illegal brothel being used as a criminal hideout within the council area. The operation, which underscores the administration’s zero tolerance for crime and criminality, took place at Akinyele axis of Ward 6, following credible […]
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We’ll crack cultural behaviour affecting our environment, waste management – Makinde
.Swears-in Aderinto as Commissioner for Environment Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has pledged that his administration would crack the culturally entrenched behaviours affecting the environment and waste management in Oyo State for the benefit of the people. The governor stated this on Friday while swearing-in the newly appointed Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Pastor […]
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Makinde to set up special intervention fund for LAUTECH’s Iseyin Campus
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his administration would set up a special intervention fund to address infrastructure and academic gaps at the College of Agriculture and Renewable Natural Resources, Iseyin, a campus of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH ), Ogbomoso.The governor stated this on Saturday, during a stakeholders’ meeting held […]
Read MoreOloka killing: Makinde visits Old Oyo National Park, compensates victims’ families
.Three suspects arrestedOyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, announced a compensation of N5 Million each to the families of Forest Guards killed recently at the Old Oyo National Park.The governor also awarded scholarship up to the university level to children of the deceased guards. Governor Makinde made these known when he paid an on-the-spot […]
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Bayelsa Deputy Governor Hospitalized After Sudden Health Emergency
The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC) in Yenagoa today, December 11, after reportedly collapsing in his office.According to Vanguard, the incident occurred around 1:30 p.m., triggering a swift emergency response from his aides and medical personnel. Witnesses said the deputy governor appeared to be […]
Read MoreCommence forest surveillance across S/West states, govs call on FG
The South-West Governors’ Forum has called on the Federal Government to urgently begin a surveillance of forests across the six states of the South-West geopolitical zone with a view to securing the vast forest belts in the zone, which are fast becoming hideouts for criminals. This was as the governors called on President Bola Ahmed […]
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Oyo Govt reads the riot act to owners of undeveloped plots in Owode Estate Phase II, as residents cry out over insecurity
The Oyo State Housing Corporation, on Friday, conducted a fact-finding mission to the Owode Housing Estate Phase II, Apata, Ibadan, urging those yet to develop their allotted lands in the estate to do so in order to avoid losing such lands. This is sequel to an outcry by residents over insecurity and constant attacks by […]
Read MoreSENATOR BUHARI FELICITATES WITH ALADO OF ADO-AWAYE, HAILS IYAKE SUSPENDED LAKE CARNIVAL AS A NATIONAL ECONOMIC ASSET
Distinguished Senator Fatai Buhari, representing Oyo North Senatorial District, has congratulated the Alado of Ado-Awaye, Oba (Rev.) Ademola Olugbile Folakanmi, on the forthcoming Iyake Natural Suspended Lake Cultural Carnival, describing the festival as “a priceless tourism jewel” capable of transforming the economic fortunes of Ado-Awaye, Oyo State, and Nigeria at large. Senator Buhari, in his […]
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Makinde Says Ibadan Convention Marks PDP’s Rebirth as Party Leaders Rally for Unity
Oyo State Governor and host of the 2025 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Convention, Seyi Makinde, has declared that the Ibadan gathering will be remembered as the turning point that repositioned the party for national relevance. Makinde made the remark in his welcome address at the convention held on Saturday at the Lekan Salami Sports […]
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PDP National Convention Expels Wike, Fayose, Anyanwu, Others for “Anti-Party Activities”
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expelled the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory and former Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike; former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose; and the party’s former National Secretary, Senator Samuel Anyanwu. Also expelled were the former National Legal Adviser, Kamaldeen Adeyemi Ajibade (SAN); Senator Mao Ohuabunwa; George Turner; and […]
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2027: Run for presidency, LG political functionaries tell Makinde
Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, has been called upon to contest the 2027 presidential election in order to bring a total turnaround to the economy of the country and the welfare of its teeming people.This call was made on Tuesday by Local Government Secretaries, Chiefs of Staff to Local Government Chairmen, Supervisory Councillors and […]
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Nigeria At 65: APC Has Diminished Our Nation, Says Peter Obi.
Former Anambra State governor and Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has accused the All Progressives Congress (APC) of running Nigeria into decline through what he described as incompetent, corrupt, and divisive leadership. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday, Obi lamented that the country, once positioned at independence to be Africa’s […]
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State Congress: PDP’ll remain in power beyond 2027 in Oyo, reclaim Presidency – Makinde
.Ogungbenro, Adeleke, 37 others emerge state executive membersOyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will remain in office beyond 2027 in the state, while it will also reclaim the presidency and win massively in the next general elections. The governor stated this on Monday at the Oyo State PDP […]
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Fubara Visits Tinubu, Declares Peace Restored in Rivers
Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, declared that political peace has returned to the state, affirming his renewed working relationship with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike. Fubara made the remark while speaking with State House correspondents shortly after meeting President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The governor, who was […]
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Re:Chief Niyi Akintola’s views on development in S/W statesBy: Mallam Olawale Rasheed
As I pick pen to clarify issues raised by learned silk, Chief Niyi Akintola, SAN about governance across the south west, I must acknowledge his own admission of insufficient information before his assessment. Though, it would have been more civil if he had conducted field studies before his faulty conclusions and calling out of Osun […]
Read MoreOyo set to launch AfCFTA implementation strategy.Says move’ll accelerate state’s economic growth, boost livelihood
Oyo State Government will launch its African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) implementation strategy on Friday as part of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde’s commitment to expanding Oyo State’s economy, boosting trade and improving residents’ livelihoods. Special Adviser to Governor Makinde on International Trade and AfCFTA, Ms. Neo Theodore-Tlhaselo, stated this on Thursday, while addressing newsmen during […]
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Amaechi: I Know Tinubu’s Weaknesses, Will Defeat Him if ADC Gives Me Presidential Ticket.
Former Minister of Transportation, Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, has expressed confidence that he can defeat President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election if he emerges as the candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC). Speaking during an X Spaces discussion on Saturday, the former Rivers State governor said his deep understanding of Tinubu’s political […]
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House of Rep by-election: Makinde urges support for PDP candidate, Oyekunle
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has called on residents of Ibadan North Local Government to come out en masse and vote for Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle, the Peoples Democratic Party’s candidate in the forthcoming House of Representatives by-election, slated for August 16, 2025. The governor made the call on Monday during the official flag-off of the […]
Read MoreHow Adefope’s tactic ensured Oyo’s sole ownership of LAUTECH- Makinde
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, said on Friday that the deceased former Nigeria’s High Commissioner to Zambia, Ambassador Ibironke Adefope, played a critical role in solving the age-long ownership crisis that bedevilled the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso. The governor noted that the diplomat suggested the tactic, which led to Oyo State gaining […]
Read MorePDP Politicians Leaving Party Carcass To Wike, Cronies – Dele Momodu
He accused the APC of sending moles to opposition parties, saying that the ruling party does not want competition in the 2027 election. A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dele Momodu, has said that some of the top members of the main opposition party have decided to leave the party for the Minister […]
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