Residents of Ikoyi-Ile, Oyo State, are on edge after handwritten notes warned of a bandit attack on January 20, 2026. Police have launched a full investigation and deployed security assets. Stay informed and report suspicious activity.
Oyo State Police Command confirms a handwritten threat note in Ikoyi-Ile, allegedly from bandits. CP Femi Haruna orders full security mobilization. Residents urged to remain calm.
Residents of Ikoyi-Ile in Oyo State live in fear after suspected bandits dropped handwritten notes warning of an impending attack. Police have launched a full-scale investigation.
Residents of Ikoyi-Ile in Oyo State live in fear after suspected bandits issued handwritten notes warning of an attack on January 20, 2026. Police have launched an investigation.
ADC chieftain Chief Niyi Aborisade condemns the deadly bandit attack on Old Oyo National Park, urging Oyo State government and residents to unite against insecurity. Read his full statement.
Oyo State Police detain three teenage girls for allegedly threatening to kidnap a woman and demanding N10m ransom. Suspects claim it was a prank. Full details inside.
Alaafin of Oyo condemns killings at Old Oyo National Park, demands military base at Otefon and a full investigation. Calls for Yoruba Defence Force deployment.
Oyo Police arrest three teenage girls for threatening to kidnap a woman and demanding N10m and human parts. Suspects claim it was a prank. Full story inside.
Residents of Bodija, Ibadan, are taking safety measures following a security alert on kidnapping and armed robbery. Community leaders and police give conflicting statements. Read more.
Oloka village in Oyo State remains deserted after a deadly bandit attack killed five forest guards. Residents flee despite security deployment. Read more on the community's trauma and calls for action.
Pan-Yoruba group Afenifere warns of escalating terror attacks in Southwest Nigeria, citing recent killings and abductions. It challenges governors to activate their joint security plan immediately.
Stakeholders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Oyo State met on January 6, 2026, to unify and fortify the party's structures ahead of upcoming congresses and elections. Key resolutions focus on membership drive and grassroots mobilization.
Suspected terrorists attacked a National Park Service outpost in Oyo, killing five personnel. Police have deployed tactical teams. Read the latest on the security crisis.
Governor Seyi Makinde calls for calm after a deadly cross-border bandit attack at a National Park office in Oyo State killed five officers. Security forces have deployed. Read the latest details.
Suspected bandits attacked National Park Service personnel in Oyo, leaving five feared dead. Police confirm incident and deploy tactical teams. Get the latest details.
Gunmen stormed a National Park Service post in Oyo, killing five operatives. Community leaders cite security risks from nearby forest settlements. Read the full report.
The Oyo State Government suspends the Sobaloju of Ofiki, Chief Jacob Adefabi Sobaloju, for alleged illegal mining and violating Executive Order 001/2023. Read the full details of the investigation and government action.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has announced a major cabinet reshuffle, removing the SSG and appointing new officials. Get the full details on the changes and the profile of the new SSG.
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde announces major cabinet reshuffle, removing the SSG and appointing new officials including Prof. Musibau Babatunde. Get the full details on the changes.
Oyo State Police arrest Olaitan Oloyede for allegedly s3xually assaulting his neighbour's 8-year-old daughter in Oke-Alaro, Ibadan. CP Haruna orders discreet investigation.
Oyo APC threatens to expose fresh mismanagement allegations against Governor Seyi Makinde's administration over N50bn Ibadan explosion relief fund and federal allocations. Read the full details.
Oyo State Police arrest Sunday James for severing farmer Benua Bukari's wrist with a cutlass during a fight over a disagreement involving three girls. The Commissioner warns against violence.
Oyo State Government discloses N30bn federal aid for Bodija explosion remains untouched, awaiting N20bn balance. Governor Makinde's administration spent N24.6bn from state funds. Read the full details.
Governor Seyi Makinde calls for continued cooperation from Oyo State residents to build a productive and peaceful future. He highlights 2025 infrastructure and economic achievements.
Oyo State Police Command has arrested three suspects for grave desecration and transformer vandalism in Ibadan. CP Femi Haruna commends public vigilance. Read details.
Oyo State Police arrest Daniel Ajibola for the alleged r@pe of a 17-year-old girl on Christmas Day. The suspect confessed after giving the victim an intoxicating drink. CP orders discreet investigation.
A fire incident near Sango Divisional Police Station in Ibadan destroyed eight shops, causing millions in damage. No casualties were reported. Read the full report.
A fire at a residential building on Alemuloke Street, Sango Ibadan, destroyed six rooms. Firefighters' swift action prevented casualties and further spread. Officials commend response and urge fire safety.
A swift response by Oyo State and Federal firefighters prevented a major disaster after a fire broke out in a Sango, Ibadan residential building. No lives were lost. Learn crucial fire safety tips from officials.
Former Governor Ayo Fayose has released documents alleging Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde received N50bn from the Tinubu administration. He challenges Makinde to sue him. Read the full details.