Oyo State
Oyo NUJ Congratulates Former Vice President Zone B, Cosmas Oni, on Installation as Mogaji Oni-Esu Dynasty.
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has congratulated its former Vice President Zone B, Mogaji Cosmas Olalekan Oni, on his installation as the Mogaji of Oni-Esu Dynasty by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Ladoja. The Council described the installation as a well-deserved recognition of Mogaji Oni’s years of […]
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Oyo NUJ Mourns Oloye Lekan Alabi, Describes Death as Colossal Loss.
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has mourned the death of veteran journalist and Abese Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oloye Lekan Alabi, describing his death as devastating. The statement made available to newsmen on Saturday in Ibadan was jointly signed by its Chairman, Akeem Abas and Secretary, Temidayo Adu. The 76-year-old respected journalist, […]
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He Speaks and Delivers”: Joy Erupts in Onikainkain–Asanmajana Communities as Akinyele Council Boss, Hon. Akinwole Akinleye wins Hearts with Fulfilment of Electrification Promise, Donates Solar Lights
The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon. Akinwole Akinleye, has once again demonstrated why he is widely regarded as a leader whose words are consistently matched by action, as he paid a working visit to the Onikainkain–Asanmajana Community and its environs. Accompanied by party leaders, community stakeholders, and other dignitaries, the Council Chairman attended […]
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Alli lauds Oyo monarchs, vows overwhelming Oyo votes for Tinubu in 2027.
Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Oyo State, has commended the state’s traditional rulers for visiting President Bola Tinubu to appreciate ongoing Federal Government road projects. Alli, in a statement he personally signed on Thursday, described the royal delegation’s visit as a patriotic gesture reflecting unity, responsible leadership […]
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Sharafadeen Alli Appoints Yemi Aderibigbe as Campaign DG.
The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has appointed grassroots politician and legal practitioner, Asiwaju (Barrister) Yemi Aderibigbe, as the Director-General of his campaign council. The appointment was announced in a statement personally signed by Senator Alli on Tuesday and made available to journalists in Ibadan. According […]
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Makinde receives two surveillance aircraft, says they’ll boost security across Oyo
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday received two Diamond DA42 MNG Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) aircraft, describing the development as a major milestone in the state’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property. The governor took delivery of the aircraft at about 5:30 p.m. at the upgraded Samuel Ladoke Akintola International Airport, Alakia, Ibadan. […]
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Oyo 2027: Senator Alli Unveils Governance Blueprint, Pledges LG Autonomy, Welfare Reforms.
The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Oyo State, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has unveiled his comprehensive governance blueprint, promising a secure, prosperous, and economically vibrant state through responsive leadership. Speaking on Monday at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre in Iyaganku, Ibadan, during an interactive session titled “A Day With BSA”, Alli […]
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Oyo NUJ Congratulates Igboora-born Olapegba on Appointment as UI’s 14th Vice-Chancellor.
The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has congratulated Prof. Olamakinde Olapegba on his appointment as the 14th substantive Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan. In a congratulatory message jointly signed by its Chairman, Akeem Abas and Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the NUJ described the elevation as a well-deserved recognition of excellence, integrity, scholarship […]
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2027 Race: Hundreds Defect to APM in Oyo as Adekanmbi’s Gov Bid Gains Momentum.
The 2027 governorship ambition of Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi received a significant boost on Friday as hundreds of members from the All Progressives Congress (APC), Accord Party, and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) officially defected to the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Oyo State. The defection ceremony, held at Adekanmbi’s campaign office in Jericho, Ibadan, drew […]
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Oluyole Reps Ticket: Gbolagade Insists on Victory, Drags Akande-Sadipe to Court.
An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Hon. Abiodun Gbolagade, has declared himself the authentic winner of the primary election for the Oluyole Federal Constituency seat. Speaking at a press conference in Ibadan, Gbolagade rejected the parallel primary that returned the incumbent lawmaker, Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, labeling it illegal and unrecognised by local party stakeholders. Gbolagade maintained […]
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Hon. Wole Akinleye Receives Southwest Railway Police Command Chief, Reaffirms Commitment to Akinyele Security
The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon. Akinwole Akinleye, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening the security architecture of the council as he received the Area Commander, Railway Police Area Command, Western District, Ibadan, ACP Adekunle Olaoluwa Obabusayo, on a courtesy visit. The visit followed resolutions reached at a recent Peace and Security […]
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We must work harder to finish strong, says Makinde.
.As gov swears in Ladipo as commissioner, effects minor cabinet reshuffleOyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Monday, charged political appointees and public servants in the state to put in more efforts and work hard in the concluding months of the second term with a view to leaving a lasting impact in the state. The governor […]
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Olugbon hails Tinubu, Makinde, security forces on Oriire abductees’ rescue .
The Olugbon of Orile-Igbon Oba Francis Olusola Alao has commended President Bola Tinubu, Governor Seyi Makinde, security agencies, local government council chairmen and traditional rulers in Ogbomoso Zone on the rescue of school pupils and teachers from abductors. The children and teachers, who were kidnapped in Ahoro-Esinele, Yawota, and Alawusa, in Oriire Local Government Area […]
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Orire Kidnapping: Akinyele LG Chairman Hails Governor Makinde After Victims’ Release.
The Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, Hon. Akinwole Akinleye, has applauded the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, following the successful rescue and release of the teachers and pupils who were abducted in Oriire Local Government Area. He described the development as a remarkable victory for the people of Oyo State and […]
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Breaking: Kidnapped Oyo Schoolchildren and Teachers Finally Released.
The Federal Government has disclosed that eight suspected kidnappers were arrested while several others were neutralised during the rescue operation that secured the freedom of pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed the details on Friday in […]
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Oyo Govt partners Dangote Foundation, distributes rice to 30,000 residents
The Oyo State Government has again collaborated with the Aliko Dangote Foundation in reaching out to about 30,000 underprivileged residents of the state with the distribution of 10kg bags of rice to them. The distribution, which took place on Monday, at the Local Government Training School, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, is the second in the series […]
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