7 h. ago Police Alert Oyo Residents Over ‘Black Axe’ Cult Founders’ Day 

The Oyo State Police Command has alerted the residents of the state of potential security risks associated with the upcoming July 7 Founders’ Day celebration of a cult group, Neo-Black Movement of Africa (Aiye Confraternity), commonly known as the Black Axe. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, CSP Adewale Osifeso, on Sunday, said […]

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8 h. ago Otu lauds South South transformation drive, declares region’s support for Tinubu

Bassey Edet Otu, Cross River State governor, weekend declared the South-South geopolitical zone to be on a firm trajectory of read more Otu lauds South South transformation drive, declares region’s support for Tinubu

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9 h. ago Remi Oseni inaugurates ROCOF leaders in Oyo, declares support for Tinubu’s 2027 re

Unveils 6-point agenda to mobilise grassroots for APC takeover in Oyo From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan The lawmaker representing Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Hon. Aderemi Oseni, over the weekend inaugurated leaders of the Remi Oseni Committee of Friends (ROCOF) across the 33 local government areas of Oyo State, as part of […] The post Remi Oseni inaugurates ROCOF leaders in Oyo, declares support for Tinubu’s 2027 re-election bid appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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61 h. ago Oyo Muslim youths, leaders laud Gov Makinde’s support at Hijrah rally

Tribune Online Oyo Muslim youths, leaders laud Gov Makinde’s support at Hijrah rally OYO State governor, Mr. Seyi Makinde, has once again been commended for his continued support for the promotion of Islam in the state. The coordinator of the National Council of Muslim Youth Organisations (NACOMYO) in Oyo State, Alhaji Dawood Afolabi, and the Secretary-General of the Muslim Community of Oyo State (MUSCOYS), Alhaji Murisiku Siyanbade, gave […] Oyo Muslim youths, leaders laud Gov Makinde’s support at Hijrah rally Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Agribusiness: Oyo Gov’t Attracts N46bn Investment, Supports 46,000 Farmers

Director-General of the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA) and Executive Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Agribusiness and International Cooperation, Dr Debo Akande, has disclosed that the state government has attracted about N46.6 billion investments into the state through agribusiness. Akande said Governor Makinde’s vision to expand the state’s economy through agribusiness had fructified, […]

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4 d. ago “Oppositions Need To Be United To Fight Failed Tinubu’s Govt In 2027 Election” – Rhodes

Former Labour Party’s governorship candidate in Lagos State, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour has berated President Bola Tinubu’s government over what he described as ‘a failure.’ Gbadebo noted that under Tinubu’s administration, Nigerians have experienced worst cost-of-living crisis in decades. The LP’s chieftain led this out during an interview with Channels Television on Tuesday. Gbadebo lamented over the nation’s […] The post “Oppositions Need To Be United To Fight Failed Tinubu’s Govt In 2027 Election” – Rhodes-Vivour appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Akpabio calls for inclusive education reform, backs establishment of new varsities

•Motorists decry pump price hike, say it’s frustrating From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has declared support for the establishment of several new specialised universities across Nigeria, stating that the move is vital to bridging educational gaps, promoting innovation, and ensuring regional equity in access to tertiary education. He made this known yesterday […] The post Akpabio calls for inclusive education reform, backs establishment of new varsities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Akpabio declares support for establishment of new Universities

…Calls for inclusive education reform From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has declared firm support for the establishment of several new specialised universities across Nigeria, stating that the move is vital to bridging educational gaps, promoting innovation, and ensuring regional equity in access to tertiary education. Akpabio made this known yesterday […] The post Akpabio declares support for establishment of new Universities appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Anambra guber: Entertainers unite in Awka for Soludo’s second term bid

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Over 500 Master of Ceremonies (MCs) and comedians from all 21 local government areas of Anambra State have declared their support for Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo’s second term in office. At an event held at the Professor Dora Akunyili Women Development Centre, Awka, organised by the Anambra State Chapter of the […] The post Anambra guber: Entertainers unite in Awka for Soludo’s second term bid appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago SOS on Elenusonso Road: Ido community begs Makinde, Sen Alli, Rep Oseni for urgent intervention

Tribune Online SOS on Elenusonso Road: Ido community begs Makinde, Sen Alli, Rep Oseni for urgent intervention The people of Elenusonso, a community in Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State, have called on the state governor, Seyi Makinde; Senator Sharafadeen Alli; and House of Representatives member, Remi Oseni to come to their aid over the dilapidated condition of their road. SOS on Elenusonso Road: Ido community begs Makinde, Sen Alli, Rep Oseni for urgent intervention Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Alaafin To Mediate With Gov’t To Complete Oyo Stadium, Teaching Hospital Projects

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade has assured of his intervention with relevant governments for the completion of Durbar Stadium, LAUTECH Teaching Hospital annex within the State Hospital, Oyo and other development projects. Oba Owoade said he will act appropriately to accelerate government response towards the completion of these vital projects in the […]

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9 d. ago Power Struggle: APC faces growing rift over Tinubu’s 2027 running mate

From Abdulrazaq Mungadi, Gombe As Nigeria edges steadily towards the 2027 General Elections, fresh political tensions are already brewing within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). At the heart of the latest storm is a fierce debate within the North-East geopolitical zone regarding who should emerge as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate in his anticipated […] The post Power Struggle: APC faces growing rift over Tinubu’s 2027 running mate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Running mate: I’ll follow Tinubu’s lead in 2027, says Jibrin

Barau Jibrin, the deputy senate president, on Wednesday, broke his silence on growing calls for him to serve as President read more Running mate: I’ll follow Tinubu’s lead in 2027, says Jibrin

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1 week ago Gov’t House Renovation: Oyo APC Stakeholders Tell Makinde To Prioritise Spending

The stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the outer city zone of Ibadanland in Oyo State have cautioned Governor Seyi Makinde to prioritise judicious utilisation of the enormous resources available to the state at the moment, rather than wasteful spending and financial recklessness. APC stakeholders said the admonition followed controversies surrounding the decision […]

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1 week ago Oyo APC Unfair To Other Aspirants For Visiting Adelabu Alone — Group

Progressive Youth Alliance (PYA), a socio-political group committed to the enthronement of a development-minded governor of Oyo State, has criticised the All Progressives Congress (APC) executives in Oyo State for visiting the minister of power, Oloye Adebayo Adelabu, describing it as unfair to members of the party, who have had to endure the non-patronage by […]

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1 week ago 2027: Barau Distances Self From Calls To Become Tinubu’s Running Mate

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has distanced himself from calls by a group, Northern Nigeria Progressive Youth Assembly (NNPYA), urging President Bola Tinubu to pick him as his running mate in the 2027 presidential election. In a statement issued to journalists on Monday in Abuja by his Special Adviser on […]

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1 week ago Alaafin Oyo A Man Of Peace, His Media Handlers Behind Feud Rumours — Ooni

The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, has described the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, as a man of peace and someone who values relationships. Ooni Ogunwusi stated this in a statement on Sunday in reaction to what the Ile-Ife Palace described as a misrepresentation of his recent meeting […]

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1 week ago Register New Coalition Party, It’ll Enhance Tinubu’s 2027 Election Victory – APC Chieftain To INEC

A Chieftain of the ruling All Progressives Congress, Osita Okechukwu, has said that newly created All Democratic Alliance, will enhance President Bola Tinubu’s second term victory in 2027 general election. Mr. Okechukwu on Sunday, in a statement, urged Independent National Electoral Commission, to register the party, which was recently created by groups of political stakeholders, […] The post Register New Coalition Party, It’ll Enhance Tinubu’s 2027 Election Victory – APC Chieftain To INEC appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Anambra guber: You are our best and only choice, Anambra North zone tells Soludo

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha Stakeholders and people of the seven local governments in Anambra North zone have declared their unflinching support for Governor Chukwuma Soludo as the Anambra State governorship election gets underway. In a vibrant display of solidarity and commitment, people of the Senatorial Zone gathered at the Otuocha Township Stadium, Aguleri, on Saturday […] The post Anambra guber: You are our best and only choice, Anambra North zone tells Soludo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago World Sickle Cell Day: Oyo Offers Free Medication To 300 Persons Living With SCD

As part of activities marking this year’s World Sickle Cell Day, Oyo State Government has offered free medication to over 300 persons living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) at a sensitisation programme in Ibadan, the state capital. The government reaffirmed its commitment to providing quality healthcare for its citizens, especially individuals living with SCD. Speaking […]

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