Community Volunteers Rescue Nigerian Schoolkids from Cultism, Drugs
In rural Igbeti, Oyo, a volunteer group tackles cultism, truancy, and drug abuse to protect students and boost school attendance. Discover their grassroots strategy.
In rural Igbeti, Oyo, a volunteer group tackles cultism, truancy, and drug abuse to protect students and boost school attendance. Discover their grassroots strategy.
Two teenagers, Abdullahi Sheriff (15) and Adekitan Rasheed (13), drowned in a river in Apete, Ibadan, on December 21, 2025. Read the tragic details and community warnings ignored.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde alleges FCT Minister Nyesom Wike remains in the PDP to control the party for President Tinubu's 2027 bid. Makinde explains his refusal to support Tinubu, citing party independence.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde discloses President Tinubu rejected his nominee for Minister of Budget. He now regrets supporting Tinubu in 2023. Read the full details of their political rift.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde asserts he is 'overqualified' to lead Nigeria, citing his two-term tenure and private sector experience. He distances himself from supporting President Tinubu in 2027, focusing on PDP rebuilding. Read the full details.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde admits regretting his support for President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 election, citing unmet expectations for national reset. Read his full explanation.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde explains his opposition to Tinubu's re-election and recalls his early $1m Mobil contract, contrasting his success with Wike's career start.
LAUTECH's Iseyin campus faces academic paralysis as lecturers abandon classes over poor infrastructure, leaving students stranded for months. Read details of the crisis and calls for government action.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde commits to working with stakeholders for lasting peace between farmers and herders. Read about the summit and the state's anti-open grazing law.
Former Oyo Deputy Governor Hazeem Gbolarumi has officially declared his ambition to contest the PDP governorship ticket for the 2027 election. He is the first aspirant to signal interest, promising inclusive governance.
PDP gubernatorial aspirant Olufemi Ajadi launches grassroots rice distribution in Oyo State to alleviate economic hardship. Read about his people-centred agenda.
President Trump recalls US Ambassador to Nigeria Richard Mills in a global diplomatic reshuffle. Learn about his career, background, and what this means for US-Nigeria relations.
Yoruba activist Sunday Igboho urges President Tinubu to act after Fulani herders kill three farmers in Igboho, Oyo State. He warns of potential conflict.
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurates new OYSIEC members, urging independence & transparency for upcoming LG polls. He vows elections before 2027 tenure ends. Read more.
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, states that only the Oyo throne has the historical and legal authority to install chieftaincy titles bearing the name 'Yorubaland'. Read the full details.
Governor Seyi Makinde will sign Oyo State's ₦892 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law on Monday, December 22. The 'Budget of Economic Expansion' aims to drive growth and infrastructure. Read details.
A video of Fuji star KWAM 1 meeting the Alaafin of Oyo at a wedding has gone viral, sparking mixed reactions amid his legal bid for the Awujale throne. Read details and netizens' comments.
The Oyo State Circular Road committee visited Olubadan Oba Ladoja to update him on the 110km project and address compensation issues. The monarch urged fair resolution for affected landowners.
PDP governorship aspirant Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo took his 2027 ambition to Ibadan North East, declaring himself the 'Omituntun 3.0' to succeed Governor Seyi Makinde. Read about his grassroots strategy.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has commissioned the Omololu Olunloyo relaxation park in Ibadan. The facility aims to promote tourism and preserve cultural heritage. Read more about this new landmark.
Oyo State House of Assembly approves N892 billion 2026 budget, with capital expenditure exceeding recurrent spending. Infrastructure gets top priority. Read more.
PDP governorship hopeful Olufemi Ajadi intensifies grassroots consultations, meeting all 33 LG Vice Chairmen and Chiefs of Staff in Ibadan to seek support for his 2027 ambition. Read his continuity agenda.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has dismissed rumours of defecting to the APC. He reaffirmed his commitment to the PDP and called for unity beyond party lines. Read his full statement.
A powerful explosion from Eminent Quarry rocked communities near the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Oyo State, causing widespread panic and raising serious safety concerns. Residents demand immediate government action.
Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi fulfills pledge, installing solar power systems at PDP and INEC offices in Egbeda, Oyo State, to tackle electricity challenges and boost administrative efficiency.
Prof. Olanrewaju Olaniyan calls for urgent construction of a pedestrian bridge on the Oyo-Ogbomoso Expressway to protect thousands of students crossing daily. The university also announces a historic convocation for 47,623 graduates.
Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has dismissed 30 special advisers. The move is part of a restructuring effort to enhance governance efficiency. Read the full details here.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde reaffirms commitment to critical infrastructure for economic growth. He assures completion of Oluyole Industrial Estate roads and seeks prayers for the state.
Governor Seyi Makinde unveils the Oyo @50 logo, celebrating the state's progress and promising continued development despite national economic hurdles. The anniversary promises inclusivity and reflection.
Oyo State schedules conversion exam for junior civil servants on Dec 19, 2025. Over 250 officers eligible. Commissioner Adelabu outlines strict rules for participation.