14 h. ago Oyo: Appeal Court quashes suspension of NURTW by Governor Makinde

By Lukman Olabiyi The Court of Appeal sitting in Ibadan, Oyo State, has overturned the suspension of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) in the state, declaring the action taken by Governor Seyi Makinde in 2019 as unlawful. Governor Makinde had, on Friday, May 31, 2019, proscribed the activities of the NURTW in […] The post Oyo: Appeal Court quashes suspension of NURTW by Governor Makinde appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago 2027: Tinubu Has Not Endorsed Any Candidate In Oyo — Adelabu

  Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has declared that President Bola Tinubu has not thrown his weight behind any particular candidate for the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State. Adelabu stated this while sharing insights into his political journey over the past two years, where he reaffirmed his aspiration to contest the 2027 governorship […]

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18 h. ago ‘Awa lo kan’: It’s my turn to become Oyo governor in 2027 — Adelabu

Tribune Online ‘Awa lo kan’: It’s my turn to become Oyo governor in 2027 — Adelabu “Today, I declare: it is our turn — it is my turn in 2027, as God has revealed it. Adelabu! Àwálòkàn! Penkelemesi Èmilòkàn!... ‘Awa lo kan’: It’s my turn to become Oyo governor in 2027 — Adelabu Tribune Online

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21 h. ago How other zones can seize power from Ibadan in 2027 — Oyo APC aspirant

Tribune Online How other zones can seize power from Ibadan in 2027 — Oyo APC aspirant All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Barrister Akeem Agbaje, says the call for power shift in 2027 can only succeed if... How other zones can seize power from Ibadan in 2027 — Oyo APC aspirant Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Oyo to adopt sustainable power, irrigation initiative to enhance food security, agribusiness

In a bid to enhance food security, agribusiness, and sustain agro-economy, the Oyo State Government has expressed readiness to adopt read more Oyo to adopt sustainable power, irrigation initiative to enhance food security, agribusiness

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48 h. ago Why we turned to begging, sleeping on streets — Destitute evacuated in Oyo tell their stories

Tribune Online Why we turned to begging, sleeping on streets — Destitute evacuated in Oyo tell their stories Last Thursday, at Akinyele Resettlement Centre in Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State, 334 beggars, street urchins and destitute persons, both young and old, who had been picked from different parts of Ibadan stepped out, one after the other, from two Omi Titun buses. They filed into the wide space within the serene camp […] Why we turned to begging, sleeping on streets — Destitute evacuated in Oyo tell their stories Tribune Online

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53 h. ago Fulfil Your Pledge To Abiola Ajimobi Technical University, Lawmakers Tell Makinde

The Oyo State House of Assembly has appealed to Governor Seyi Makinde to fulfil the promise he made in 2024 to release N500 million to the Abiola Ajimobi Technical University, Ibadan, to ease the financial burden in the ivory tower. The lawmakers also called on the governor to commence monthly subvention payments to the university […]

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58 h. ago Court Freezes 30 Osun LGs’ Accounts Amid Federal Allocation Dispute

The protracted legal battle over the control of local government allocations in Osun State intensified on Thursday, as the Oyo State High Court directed the United Bank for Africa (UBA) to freeze 30 accounts operated by the sacked All Progressives Congress (APC) council chairmen. The interim injunction, obtained by the currently elected 30 council chairmen, […] The post Court Freezes 30 Osun LGs’ Accounts Amid Federal Allocation Dispute appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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63 h. ago ‘Fulfill 2024 Pledge Of N500m To Abiola Ajimobi Technical Varsity’, Lawmakers Tell Makinde

Oyo State House of Assembly has appealed to Governor Seyi Makinde to fulfill his promise of releasing the sum of N500 million to the Abiola Ajimobi Technical University, Ibadan, as earlier pledged in 2024. The lawmakers also called on the governor to commence monthly subvention payments to the university from January 2026 to sustain its […]

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3 d. ago TMC Oyo West inaugurates patrons, honours past leaders for service to Islam

Tribune Online TMC Oyo West inaugurates patrons, honours past leaders for service to Islam THE Muslim Congress (TMC), Oyo West Local Government chapter, has inaugurated its newly appointed patrons, conferring certificates of recognition on eight distinguished members, with Alhaji Saheed Ishola Sodem named as grand patron. The investiture ceremony was held on Sunday at the Anwarul Islam Central Mosque, Gedu Scheme, Oyo. The new patrons include Alhaji Saheed Ishola […] TMC Oyo West inaugurates patrons, honours past leaders for service to Islam Tribune Online

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3 d. ago World Contraceptive Day: Oyo govt, SFH urge mothers to make family planning a norm

Tribune Online World Contraceptive Day: Oyo govt, SFH urge mothers to make family planning a norm THE Oyo State government, in partnership with the Society for Family Health, the Planned Parenthood Federation, and other organizations, has urged women to make family planning a norm, emphasizing that contraception provides families with the freedom to plan, the power to choose, and options for all. During a speech at the 2025 World Contraception Day […] World Contraceptive Day: Oyo govt, SFH urge mothers to make family planning a norm Tribune Online

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3 d. ago ‘Fish Our Perpetrators Of Kwara Killings’, Alaafin Tells Federal Government

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has called on the federal government to intensify efforts to apprehend perpetrators of killings in Kwara communities and bring them to justice. Oba Owoade also called on Nigerians to stand together against those he called blood guzzlers and enemies of state who take pleasure in mindless killing […]

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3 d. ago ‘Fish Out Perpetrators Of Kwara Killings’, Alaafin Tells Federal Government

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has called on the federal government to intensify efforts to apprehend perpetrators of killings in Kwara communities and bring them to justice. Oba Owoade also called on Nigerians to stand together against those he called blood guzzlers and enemies of state who take pleasure in mindless killing […]

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5 d. ago Governor Makinde Visits LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Pledges Better Welfare For Workers

  Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has promised improved welfare for workers of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, following a visit to the facility on Tuesday. In a statement shared on his verified Facebook page Tuesday evening, the governor said he met with health workers to listen to their grievances […]

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5 d. ago “I’m Not A Politician Anymore” – Olubadan Ladoja Tells Political Leaders

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, has declared that he is no longer a politician following his enthronement as the paramount ruler of Ibadanland. Oba Ladoja, a former governor of Oyo State, made this known on Tuesday, during a courtesy visit to his palace in Ibadan. He received former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, […] The post “I’m Not A Politician Anymore” – Olubadan Ladoja Tells Political Leaders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago PDP’ll Remain In Power Beyond 2027 In Oyo, Reclaim Presidency – Makinde

Oyo State governor Seyi Makinde has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will remain in office beyond 2027, reclaim the presidency and win massively in the next general elections. The governor stated this on Monday at the Oyo State PDP State Congress, citing the party’s respect for internal democracy and the amicable conduct of […]

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6 d. ago Oyo farmers cry out over invasion, destruction of farms by herdsmen

Tribune Online Oyo farmers cry out over invasion, destruction of farms by herdsmen Some farmers in Ilora, Afijio Local Government Area of Oyo State, have cried out over what they described as continued invasion and destruction of their farms by Fulani herdsmen. One of the incidents which happened recently, captured in a 7-minute footage and made available to the Nigerian Tribune showed Fulani herdsmen having confrontation with farmers […] Oyo farmers cry out over invasion, destruction of farms by herdsmen Tribune Online

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6 d. ago 2025 WTD: Oyo Partners WIHN To Promote, Revive Cultural Heritage

Oyo State government has announced collaboration with the state’s chapter of Women In Hospitality Nigeria (WIHN) to celebrate the 2025 World Tourism Day (WTD), with the aim to promote and revive the cultural heritage across the state. Speaking at the 2025 World Tourism Day held at the National Museum of Unity, Aleshinloye, Ibadan, Commissioner for […]

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7 d. ago U20 WC Qualifier: Makinde Showers Dollars On Victorious Falconets

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has rewarded Nigeria’s U20 Falconets with the sum of $15,000 after the two-time World Cup runner-up defeated their Rwandan counterparts 4-0 in a 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifying match at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan, Oyo State. Goals by Precious Oscar, Tumininu Adeshina, Janet Akekoromowei and Alaba Olabiyi […]

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8 d. ago Oyo State Ready To Host Super Eagles – Governor Makinde Assures NFF

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has expressed his readiness to host a Super Eagles match at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan. He emphasised his administration’s commitment to providing the necessary infrastructure and support to make the event a success. Makinde made the declaration on Saturday, while formally opening the 81st Annual General Assembly of […] The post Oyo State Ready To Host Super Eagles – Governor Makinde Assures NFF appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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