Sharia Panel Debate Intensifies in South-West Nigeria Tensions have risen across South-West Nigeria following the proposed establishment of Sharia panels in Oyo State. While Muslim leaders emphasize their constitutional right to religious self-determination, some non-Muslim groups have raised concerns over the broader implications of these panels on societal cohesion. The core issue revolves around the […]
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has pledged that his administration will prioritize easing economic challenges and empowering residents in 2025. In a New Year message broadcasted via the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS), the governor outlined his plans to improve living standards and create an environment for economic growth. Governor Makinde emphasized his commitment […]
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Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in Nigeria’s 2023 general election, has strongly condemned the recent arrest of individuals involved in organizing a palliative distribution program in Oyo State. He criticized President Bola Tinubu and other Nigerian leaders, holding them accountable for the ongoing hunger and poverty devastating the nation. In a statement, Obi […]
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Poultry farmers in Oyo State are bracing for reduced chicken sales during the upcoming Christmas season, citing economic challenges and rising production costs as the primary causes. According to Mr. Josiah Adebola, Chairman of the Livestock and Poultry Farmers Union (LPFU) in Oyo State, the cost of poultry feed, drugs, and other farming essentials has […]
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A devastating fire broke out at Christ Apostolic Church in Wisdom Estate, Ibadan, Oyo State, on Friday night, trapping several worshippers during the vigil. The blaze began at approximately 9:30 PM along Olohunda Road in Lagelu Local Government Area. Eyewitnesses shared that some worshippers had already fallen asleep in preparation for the vigil when the […]
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In Ibadan, two officers from the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA), Oyedepo Samuel and Waheed Quadri, were attacked by tricycle riders and hoodlums while on duty. The incident occurred at the Water Corporation gate in Ibadan, where the officers were struck with iron rods, stones, and sticks, causing serious injuries. Eyewitnesses reported that […]
