1 hour ago Easter: Alaafin Tasks Nigerians To Unite Against Enemies Of State

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade has called on Nigerians to stand together against blood guzzlers and enemies of state, nature, and sound reasoning, who take solace in mindless killings of innocent souls. In his Easter message to Nigerians, the Alaafin said standing together would reinforce collective will to completely snatch the country and […]

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5 h. ago The Nigeria Tax Bill and Priority Sectors: A path to sustainable growth?

Introduction The fourth quarter of 2024 ushered in the fastest economic growth observed in three years for Nigeria’s economy. The read more The Nigeria Tax Bill and Priority Sectors: A path to sustainable growth?

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11 h. ago Shedrack Hazoume at 40: Reflecting on Legacy and the Rise of TBR Africa

From humble beginnings to helming one of Africa’s fastest-growing fashion brands, Shedrack Hazoume’s 40th birthday is more than a personal read more Shedrack Hazoume at 40: Reflecting on Legacy and the Rise of TBR Africa

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11 h. ago Akwa Ibom: Health Insurance Agency Targets 200,000 Residents In 1 Year

The Akwa Ibom State Health Insurance Agency (AKSHIA) has been named the Fastest Growing Agency in Health Care Coverage for 2025 by the Institute of Health Insurance and Managed Care, in recognition of its rapid strides towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in the country The award was presented at a ceremony held on Tuesday […]

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50 h. ago 27 Investors ‘Hospitalised’ Over CBEX Trading Platform Crash In Oyo

No fewer than 27 persons have reportedly been hospitalised following the crash of a digital digital asset trading platform, known as CBEX in Oyo State. Nigerians who subscribed to what is now regarded as a Ponzi scheme took to their various social media platforms to lament their losses after CBEX allegedly swept over N1.3 trillion […]

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52 h. ago Nigeria’s economic crisis worsens as food inflation soars to 21.79% in March

Oyo, Kaduna, Kebbi worst hit By Chinelo Obogo Nigeria’s cost of living crisis worsened in March 2025 as food inflation surged to 21.79 percent year on year, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has said. In a report released today, the NBS said the inflation is caused by the hike in price of essential staples […] The post Nigeria’s economic crisis worsens as food inflation soars to 21.79% in March -NBS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago NDLEA destroys 1.6m kg illicit drugs seized in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has destroyed heaps of illicit drugs weighing about 1.6 million kilograms seized across Lagos, Ogun and Oyo states. Our correspondent gathered that the feat was historic as it was the largest volume of seizures to be set ablaze in the history of the agency. […] The post NDLEA destroys 1.6m kg illicit drugs seized in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Nigerians Shouldn’t See Religion As Barrier To Human Relations, Dev’t — Alaafin

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade has charged Nigerians not to perceive religious diversity as a barrier to human relations and development, but rather as a tool and resource for national development. Alaafin Owoade also advised faithful of different religions to realise that religious tolerance and harmony were both legally sanctioned and socially inevitable, […]

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8 d. ago Oyo Becoming One Of Nigeria’s Fastest Growing Economies, Says Makinde

Oyo State governor Seyi Makinde has disclosed that his administration has been working hard to make the state’s economy one of the fastest growing in the country. The governor maintained that the administration has placed a strong emphasis on infrastructural development, innovations, and investments to build a vibrant economy since its inception in 2019. He […]

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9 d. ago Oyo Becoming One Of Nigeria’s Fastest Growing Economies — Makinde

Oyo State governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has disclosed that his administration had been working hard towards making the state’s economy one of the fastest growing economies in the country. The governor maintained that since the inception of the administration in 2019, it had placed a strong emphasis on infrastructural development, innovations and investments as a […]

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1 week ago Herbal Products Worth Millions Of Naira Destroyed As Fire Guts Storage Facility In Oyo (Pictures)

Some herbal products worth millions of naira have been destroyed following a fire outbreak at a storage facility in Oyo town, Oyo State. It was gathered that the inferno erupted at Olanlokun Junction, Obabi Street, Old Cele area of the state on Saturday. Disclosing the incident in a statement on Sunday, General Manager of Oyo […] The post Herbal Products Worth Millions Of Naira Destroyed As Fire Guts Storage Facility In Oyo (Pictures) appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Oba Owoade crowned 46th Alaafin as Tinubu seeks support for monarch

Oyo town came alive on Saturday as dignitaries from across Nigeria converged to witness the coronation of Oba Akeem Owoade as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. Some of the dignitaries at the event included President Bola Tinubu, who was represented by the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde; Speaker Read More

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2 w. ago Makinde urges Oyo Cadet ASPs to uphold excellence in Police Force

Tribune Online Makinde urges Oyo Cadet ASPs to uphold excellence in Police Force Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has charged Course 7 Cadet Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) from the state to be exemplary officers and agents of positive change in the Nigerian Police Force. Makinde urges Oyo Cadet ASPs to uphold excellence in Police Force Tribune Online

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago Ladoja Defends Tinubu’s Declaration Of Emergency Rule In Rivers

Former Oyo State governor and the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja has defended President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of emergency rule in Rivers State. The former governor declared that the declaration of the emergency rule was not a threat to Nigeria’s democracy. The former Oyo State governor who spoke with newsmen at his Bodija, […]

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2 w. ago N24bn monthly salaries drive Oyo’s economic stability – Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, said his administration has ensured economic stability in the state through the monthly payment of about N24 billion in salaries to state and local government workers. Makinde made this known on Sunday when a delegation of Muslim clerics, traditional rulers, and political officeholders visited his Ikolaba, Ibadan, residence after the Read More

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2 w. ago FoodCo urges women to prioritise mental health, personal growth

FoodCo, one of the top retailers in Nigeria and one of Africa’s fastest-growing companies, has urged Nigerian women to prioritise read more FoodCo urges women to prioritise mental health, personal growth

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2 w. ago Adanla clarifies position on attack at Ramadan lecture in Oyo

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan Following a viral video showing an attack on Muslims attending a Ramadan lecture in Oyo, Engr. Abduljelyl Adekunle Kareem, MCIArb, MCIOB, MCAB—the Turaki Adini of Oyo State and Mogaji of the Adanla family—has addressed public concerns in a new video. Earlier in the week, Alhaji Kareem issued a strong condemnation of […] The post Adanla clarifies position on attack at Ramadan lecture in Oyo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago ‘Nigerian education system struggling with structural inefficiencies, overcrowded classrooms, others’

Tribune Online ‘Nigerian education system struggling with structural inefficiencies, overcrowded classrooms, others’ THE vice chancellor of Atiba University (AU) Oyo, Professor Sunday Okeniyi, has revealed that for decades, the Nigerian educational system has struggled with structural inefficiencies, overcrowded classrooms, outdated curricula, inadequate funding, and a misalignment between academia and industry. Professor Okeniyi stated this during the maiden edition of the institution’s Founder’s public lecture held at the […] ‘Nigerian education system struggling with structural inefficiencies, overcrowded classrooms, others’ Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Introduce school dental visit, directorate of dental services, NDA urges Oyo govt

Tribune Online Introduce school dental visit, directorate of dental services, NDA urges Oyo govt   THE Nigeria Dental Association says a road map to improve oral health in Oyo State would be made easier by introducing school dental visits which will involve dental professional examination of a child’s mouth with the aim of early detection and treatment of dental problems. Chairman, Nigeria Dental Association, Oyo State, Dr Adeola Akintola, […] Introduce school dental visit, directorate of dental services, NDA urges Oyo govt Tribune Online

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