8 h. ago We will support Olubadan as Oyo Obas Council chairman — Monarch

The Olugbon of Orile-Igbon assures Gov. Makinde that monarchs fully support Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the new chairman of the re-inaugurated Oyo Obas Council. Read More: https://punchng.com/we-will-support-olubadan-as-oyo-obas-council-chairman-monarch/

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25 h. ago Obas Council: ‘We Are No More In Oyo Empire’, Tinubu’s Aide Tells Alaafin

Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, has weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding the leadership of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs, saying traditional rulers must adapt to the realities of modern governance and work together for unity and development rather than seeking supremacy. Ajayi, […]

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27 h. ago Ibadan Popular Broadcaster, Oriyomi Hamzat, Declares Govenorship Ambition In Oyo

Human rights advocate and owner of Agidigbo FM radio station in Ibadan, Alhaji Hamza Oriyomi, on Saturday, declared his interest to contest the 2027 Oyo State governorship election under the platform of the Accord Party. He declared his interest during a rally held at the Liberty Stadium in Ibadan, Oyo State capital, which attended by […]

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28 h. ago Police Hail Makinde’s Security Adviser Owoseni On Conferment Of Islamic Title

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has hailed retired Commissioner of Police, CP Fatai A. Owoseni, on his conferment with the traditional title of Atunluse-Ilu Adini of Oyo State. Owoseni is currently the Special Adviser on Security to Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, and also doubles as the Executive Secretary of the Oyo State Security […]

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28 h. ago VIDEO: Oriyomi Hamzat declares Oyo 2027 governorship bid under Accord Party

Media personality Oriyomi Hamzat officially announces his intention to run for the Oyo 2027 governorship election under the Accord Party. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-oriyomi-hamzat-declares-oyo-2027-governorship-bid-under-accord-party/

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29 h. ago VIDEO: Popular Oyo broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat declares 2027 governorship bid under Accord Party

Popular Oyo broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat has officially announced his intention to run for governor in the 2027 elections under the Accord Party. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-oriyomi-hamzat-declares-oyo-2027-governorship-bid-under-accord-party/

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37 h. ago Makinde Gives N5m Each To Families Of Old Oyo National Park Attack Victims

Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has announced a compensation of N5 million each to the families of Forest Guards killed recently at the Old Oyo National Park in Oloka Village, Oriire Local Government Area of the State. The governor also awarded scholarships up to the university level to children of the deceased guards. The […]

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46 h. ago Obas Council: Ogun Monarch Urges Alaafin To Avoid Confrontation With Oyo Government

The Eselu of Iselu Kingdom in Yewa North local government area of Ogun State, Oba Akintunde Akinyemi, has advised the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade I, against taking a confrontational approach toward government directives or engaging the Oyo State Government through public statements. Oba Akinyemi cautioned that such actions could carry consequences, emphasising […]

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62 h. ago Morning recap: Alaafin kicks over Oyo chairmanship, Rivers assembly quagmire, other top stories

Get your Nigerian news recap. Tensions rise in Oyo over the Obas council chairmanship and in Rivers as the assembly shelves its sitting. Plus, Davido. Read More: https://punchng.com/morning-recap-alaafin-kicks-over-oyo-chairmanship-rivers-assembly-quagmire-other-top-stories/

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65 h. ago Alaafin Absent As Makinde Inaugurates Oba Ladoja Chairman Council Of Obas

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, was absent yesterday as Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurated the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, as the new chairman of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs The governor made the pronouncement at a brief event held at the House of Chiefs, Agodi, Ibadan. The governor […]

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2 d. ago Alaafin kicks as Makinde installs Ladoja chairman of Obas council

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurates the State Council of Obas, naming Olubadan Ladoja as chair. The Alaafin of Oyo refutes claims of an agreement. Read More: https://punchng.com/alaafin-kicks-as-makinde-installs-ladoja-chairman-of-obas-council/

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3 d. ago We’ll Further Strengthen Oyo’s Security Architecture – Makinde

Governor Seyi Makinde also hinted that plans were afoot to set up a welfare scheme for the families of the five forest guards killed recently at the Oloka Village axis of the old Oyo National Park in Oriire Local Government Area of the state.  The post We’ll Further Strengthen Oyo’s Security Architecture – Makinde appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago Alaafin refutes meeting with Makinde over monarch council chairmanship rotation

The Alaafin of Oyo’s palace denies any consultation with Governor Seyi Makinde on the rotational chairmanship of the state’s Council of Obas and Chiefs. Read More: https://punchng.com/alaafin-refutes-meeting-with-makinde-over-monarch-council-chairmanship-rotation/

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3 d. ago Alaafin absent as Olubadan emerges Oyo council of obas’ chair

Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurates the new Oyo Council of Obas, with the Olubadan as its first chair. The chairmanship will rotate every two years. Read More: https://punchng.com/alaafin-absent-as-olubadan-emerges-oyo-council-of-obas-chair/

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4 d. ago ‘Save Your Life First, Don’t Fight Criminals’, Police Advise Nigerians

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has urged Nigerians to prioritise their safety and avoid confrontations with criminals during attacks, emphasising that life preservation should come before any attempt to resist or fight back. The Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, gave the advice on Tuesday during an interview on Channels Television’s current affairs […]

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5 d. ago 2027: Be wary of politicians with unrealistic promises, Makinde warns

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, warns residents to be wary of unrealistic political promises from politicians as the 2027 general elections approach. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-be-wary-of-politicians-with-unrealistic-promises-makinde-warns/

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8 d. ago Oyo APC Chieftain Oriade Regains Freedom After Weeks In Captivity

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ibadan South-West local government area of Oyo State, Wale Oriade, has regained his freedom after spending over a month in captivity. Oriade was abducted by gunmen while leaving his office located at the Akala Expressway area of Ibadan, Oyo State capital, around 7pm on December 3, […]

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1 week ago Makinde Vows Decisive Response As Terrorists Kill 5 Oyo Forest Guards

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has confirmed the bandits’ attack at the National Park, stating that it will be met with fire for fire. The governor, in a statement issued via his X account, said the state government has deployed no-nonsense security forces to the affected area. He said, “Earlier today, there was a criminal […]

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1 week ago National park attack: Makinde urges calm, promises to prevent recurrence 

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Wednesday, called for calm following an attack by gunmen at the National Park Office, Oloka Village, in the Oriire Local Government Area of the state. Makinde assured all that his administration would leave no stone unturned to ensure that such attacks are not repeated. In a statement by his Read More: https://punchng.com/national-park-attack-makinde-urges-calm-promises-to-prevent-recurrence/

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1 week ago Terror in Oyo: Gunmen attack National Park office, NPS officers feared killed

Gunmen suspected to be bandits on Tuesday night attacked the National Park Service (NPS) office in Oloka, Oriire Local Government read more Terror in Oyo: Gunmen attack National Park office, NPS officers feared killed

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