6 h. ago Maximum tears: Lagos commuters groan as Independence Bridge closure bites hard

A severe gridlock that left commuters stranded for several hours following the closure of Independence Bridge in the Falomo area of Lagos State on Wednesday has left commuters with bitter tales, JOHNSON IDOWU and DAYO OYEWO write Commuters and motorists in Lagos endured hours of gridlock on Wednesday till the wee hours of Thursday following Read More

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8 h. ago LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways, passengers injured

By Steve Agbota Many passengers were injured  early hours of yesterday morning when a LagFerry boat, “Igbega Eko,” suddenly exploded and burst into flames while en route  Victoria Island. Many people were said to have scampered for safety when the boat exploded. Confirming the fire incident to newsmen, the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) said […] The post LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways, passengers injured appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Oyo tightens security ahead of Alaafin’s Saturday coronation

As the coronation of the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Owoade, takes place on Saturday, April 5, 2025, the Oyo State government has put in place heightened security measures, including the deployment of security operatives at strategic locations within the ancient city and surrounding communities. Oba Owoade, who was presented with the staff of Read More

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13 h. ago Oyo lawmaker flags off two major road constructions in constituency

Tribune Online Oyo lawmaker flags off two major road constructions in constituency The Chairman of the House Committee on Works and Member of the House of Representatives for Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency, Hon Akin Alabi, has flagged off the construction of two major roads in his constituency. Oyo lawmaker flags off two major road constructions in constituency Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Makinde’s performance springs up succession dilemma — Oyelade

Tribune Online Makinde’s performance springs up succession dilemma — Oyelade The Oyo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, has identified what he termed a paradox in Governor Makinde's succession issue. Makinde’s performance springs up succession dilemma — Oyelade Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Delta highlights ongoing flood control measures amid heavy downpour

Vehicular movements on Wednesday evening, were grounded at the Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State, following several hours of heavy downpour. Vehicles were trapped, and some motorcycles swept away as they battled to negotiate their way out of the flooded road. Though, no casualty was recorded in the natural disaster but property Read More

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18 h. ago Wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto

Tribune Online Wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto Notorious bandit leader Bello Turji has reportedly killed 11 farmers in Lugu town, Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The attack occurred in the early hours of Wednesday as the military wanted Turji and his gang were returning from a Sallah visit to a community in the area. A resident of Isa, Basharu Altine […] Wanted bandit leader, Bello Turji, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto Tribune Online

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22 h. ago Be Alive, Committed To Your Chosen Career, Makinde Charges Oyo Police Cadets

Oyo State governor, Engr ‘Seyi Makinde has charged cadets of the state origin in the Regular Course 7 of the Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State to be alive and show commitment to policing as their preferred career. Governor Makinde also urged the cadets to be good ambassadors of Oyo State and agents of change […]

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22 h. ago LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways, many passengers injured

By Steve Agbota Many passengers were injured and scampered for safety in the early hour of Thursday morning when a LagFerry boat, “Igbega Eko,” suddenly exploded and burst into flames while en route to Victoria Island. Confirming the fire incident to newsmen, the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) said that its officers were on the […] The post LagFerry boat catches fire on Lagos waterways, many passengers injured appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Traditional Ruler Sacks Chief Over Alleged Insubordination, Extortion

The Sabiganna of Iganna Kingdom in Oyo State, Oba Saliu Oyemonla Azeez Agunloye, has sacked one of the chiefs in the kingdom, Mallam Memudu, over alleged insubordination, extortion and actions capable of destabilising the peace within Iwajowa local government area of the state. The monarch had lodged a complaint with the Iganna police area command, […]

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23 h. ago Lagos: Land Dispute Turns Deadly As Retired Officer Kills Three, Ends Own Life

A retired police officer, yet to be identified, is said to have died by suicide after killing three people, including two family members, in Yovoyan community, Badagry, Lagos State. According to PUNCH Metro, the incident, reportedly tied to a long-standing land dispute, took place in the early hours of Tuesday. The victims who died have […] The post Lagos: Land Dispute Turns Deadly As Retired Officer Kills Three, Ends Own Life appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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25 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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25 h. ago Fed Polytechnic Ayede matriculates 574 students, seeks more intervention on infrastructure

Tribune Online Fed Polytechnic Ayede matriculates 574 students, seeks more intervention on infrastructure THE Federal Polytechnic Ayede, Oyo State, has matriculated a total of 574 students into its 12 National Diploma (ND) programmes and called for more support to develop infrastructure at its permanent campus.  The Rector, Dr. Taofeek Adekunle Abdul-Hameed, who made the call while speaking at the institution’s 2024/2025 matriculation ceremony, held at its temporary site […] Fed Polytechnic Ayede matriculates 574 students, seeks more intervention on infrastructure Tribune Online

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35 h. ago Oyo govt, NGOs, religious leaders collaborate to checkmate spate of unsafe abortion 

Tribune Online Oyo govt, NGOs, religious leaders collaborate to checkmate spate of unsafe abortion  "Safe abortion is not just a health issue but a matter of human dignity, bodily autonomy, and social justice. Ensuring access to safe procedures reduces maternal mortality, prevents unsafe practices, and upholds the rights of individuals to... Oyo govt, NGOs, religious leaders collaborate to checkmate spate of unsafe abortion  Tribune Online

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38 h. ago Ekiti Gov’t Engages 3 Airlines To Begin Commercial Flight Operations

Ekiti State Government has entered into discussions with three major airlines in the country to commence commercial flights at the State Agro-Allied International Cargo Airport. Governor Biodun Oyebanji who disclosed this, said efforts were in place to ensure the airport runs 24-hour operations, in a bid to make the route competitive. Govenor Oyebanji also expressed […]

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38 h. 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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38 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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40 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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42 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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42 h. ago Oyo Monarch Sacks Chief Over Alleged Insubordination, Extortion

The Sabiganna of Iganna Kingdom in Iwajowa local government area of Oyo State, Oba Azeez Soliu Oyemonla has sacked a chief, Mallam Memudu, over alleged insubordination, extortion and actions said to be capable of destabilising the peace of the area. The monarch had lodged formal complaint with the Iganna Police Area Command, alleging that Memudu […]

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