14 h. ago Alaafin will support, encourage women empowerment, economic potentials – Owoade

Abiwumi Owoade, wife of Alaafin of Oyo on Wednesday, said that her husband, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, the Alaafin of read more Alaafin will support, encourage women empowerment, economic potentials – Owoade

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28 h. ago Alaafin of Oyo must study, understand Ifa science — Historian, Oyeweso

Tribune Online Alaafin of Oyo must study, understand Ifa science — Historian, Oyeweso The Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Prof. Siyan Oyeweso, has emphasised the importance of the 45th Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, studying and understanding Ifa Science. Alaafin of Oyo must study, understand Ifa science — Historian, Oyeweso Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Alaafin of Oyo’s coronation: Oyo NSCDC deploys 500 personnel for security 

Tribune Online Alaafin of Oyo’s coronation: Oyo NSCDC deploys 500 personnel for security  In order to ensure a smooth and secure coronation ceremony for the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, the Oyo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), led by Commandant Augustine Padonu, has deployed about 500 highly trained personnel to provide security. Alaafin of Oyo’s coronation: Oyo NSCDC deploys 500 personnel for security  Tribune Online

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32 h. ago Alaafin ‘ll Encourage, Support Women Empowerment Initiatives — Oyo Queen

The wife of the Alaafin of Oyo, Ayaba Abiwumi Owoade has expressed the readiness of Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, towards encouraging and supporting activities that can improve women economic power to develop high-esteem, boost confidence and exhibit their God-given potentials. Ayaba Abiwumi called on the three tiers of governments to provide enabling environment for […]

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35 h. ago 2face Idibia, lover Natasha arrive Edo governorship poll tribunal

By Seyi Babalola Popular Nigerian artist, Innocent Idibia, also known as 2Baba, on Wednesday stormed the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja with his lover Natasha Osawaru, the legislator for the Egor Constituency in the Edo State House of Assembly. The tribunal is set to deliver judgment on the petition the People’s Democratic […] The post 2face Idibia, lover Natasha arrive Edo governorship poll tribunal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago From controversies to coronation: Owoade’s tortuous journey to Alaafin throne

Akeem Owoade, 49, will be officially crowned the 46th Alaafin of Oyo on Saturday. Several controversies trailed Owoade’s emergence with Governor Seyi Makinde, the Oyo Mesi (kingmakers) and Prof Wande Abimbola, as key players. Regardless of the twists and turns leading to his coronation April 5, the expectations of Oyo indigenes of their new king Read More

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3 d. ago Alaafin urges mutual love between Nigerians, political leaders

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, has emphasised the importance of mutual love between political leaders and Nigerians as a critical step toward advancing the country. In his Eid-el-Fitr message to Muslims, Oba Owoade called for a renewed commitment, not only to the Creator but also to the well-being of mankind. He urged Nigerians Read More

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6 d. ago Alaafin undergoes final traditional rites, coronation set for April

The last lap of traditional rites (Oro Ipebi) for the Alaafin-elect, Oba Akeem Owoade 1, holds tonight at the Sango shrine at Koso in Oyo town. According to a release by the Director of Media and Publicity to the Alaafin of Oyo, Bode Durojaiye in Ibadan, the state capital, on Friday. The statement said Oba Read More

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9 d. ago Alaafin of Oyo: LOC unveils Abimbola Owoade’s coronation schedule

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The Local Organising Committee (LOC) has unveiled the official schedule for the coronation of Abimbola Owoade as the new Alaafin of Oyo. The festivities will span two weeks, from Monday, March 31, to Saturday, April 12, and will unfold in three phases: pre-coronation, coronation, and post-coronation. The pre-coronation events, running from […] The post Alaafin of Oyo: LOC unveils Abimbola Owoade’s coronation schedule appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Small Doctor Celebrates Arrival Of Newborn With Partner In Canada

Nigerian singer Adekunle Temitope, known as Small Doctor, and his partner have welcomed a baby, delighting fans and colleagues in the industry. The singer’s partner announced the joyful news in an Instagram post on Monday. She shared baby bump photos while expressing deep gratitude to her Creator for the safe arrival of her newborn. READ […] The post Small Doctor Celebrates Arrival Of Newborn With Partner In Canada appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Edo govt vows support as Niger Delta Sports Festival torch arrives Benin

From Tony Osauzo, Benin The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, on Monday, received the Unity Torch for the Niger Delta Sports Festival at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City. Shortly after, he led an entourage of torchbearers and sportsmen to the Government House, where he handed over […] The post Edo govt vows support as Niger Delta Sports Festival torch arrives Benin appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago 2026 WCQ: Super Eagles depart Rwanda for Uyo ahead of Zimbabwe clash

By Seyi Babalola The Super Eagles players and coaches returned to Nigeria from Kigali, Rwanda, on Saturday morning. They are due to arrive in Uyo, Akwa Ibom, where they will face Zimbabwe on Tuesday evening. Their flight is due to land about 4 p.m. local time. The three-time African champions improved their chances of qualifying […] The post 2026 WCQ: Super Eagles depart Rwanda for Uyo ahead of Zimbabwe clash appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to attend Alaafin’s coronation

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Former Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau is set to be among the dignitaries attending the coronation of the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade. The announcement was made by Dr Adekunle Ogunmola, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, during a press conference held at the Alaafin’s palace on […] The post Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to attend Alaafin’s coronation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Alaafin’s Queen Preaches Peace, Communal Harmony Among Oyo Residents

Ayaba Abiwumi Owoade, the wife of the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I has stressed the need for the people of Oyo metropolis to promote peace and communal harmony as a collective responsibility. Ayaba Abiwumi noted that peace and unity are important tools for community development, stressing that peace is a fundamental asset […]

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2 w. ago SDP VP, Kano Gubernatorial Candidates, Others Defect To APC Following El

Social Democratic Party Vice Presidential Candidate in the 2023 election, Yusuf Buhari, has joined All Progressive Congress, on Tuesday. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the party’s gubernatorial candidate in Kano State, Bala Gwagwarawa, and his supporters, dumped SDP for APC. The development of a coming following the arrival of former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai in […] The post SDP VP, Kano Gubernatorial Candidates, Others Defect To APC Following El-Rufai’s Arrival appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Attempt to use SDP to tackle APC in 2027 dead on arrival – Jibrin

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The attempt to use the Social Democratic Party (SDP) as a platform to challenge the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections is “dead on arrival,” Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, has declared. Jibrin made the statement in Abuja on Tuesday while welcoming key SDP figures who defected to […] The post Attempt to use SDP to tackle APC in 2027 dead on arrival – Jibrin appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago LGI Nowhere To Be Found As Viral NYSC Member Who Criticised Tinubu Arrives For Hearing

Former presidential candidate and activist Omoyele Sowore has claimed that the Local Government Inspector (LGI) of Eti-Osa LGA disappeared when he arrived with Ushie Rita Uguamaye, also known as Raye, and her legal team for a planned disciplinary session. Raye, a member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), recently made headlines after a viral […] The post LGI Nowhere To Be Found As Viral NYSC Member Who Criticised Tinubu Arrives For Hearing appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Cuban foreign minister arrives Nigeria to strengthen bilateral ties

The Federal Government on Sunday welcomed Cuba’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bruno Parrilla, who arrived in Nigeria for an official visit aimed at deepening diplomatic relations between both nations. In a statement signed by the Acting Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, both nations have shared a historic partnership, particularly in their Read More

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3 w. ago Taking Unemployed Graduates Off Streets, Promoting Culture My Agenda – Alaafin

The Alaafin-elect, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, has declared that one of his agendas is to remove graduate youths seeking jobs from the streets. The monarch, who spoke through his director of media and publicity, Bode Durojaiye, said in a statement on Tuesday that this would be done by creating vocational skills for the unemployed youths. […]

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3 w. ago Alaafin clears air on curfew during 21 days traditional rites

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, on Sunday clarified misconceptions surrounding the imposed curfew during the 21-day traditional rites, popularly known as Oro Ipebi, in the ancient town. He also addressed concerns over the choice of words in the earlier statement issued on the matter. In a statement released by his Chief of Staff, Read More

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