A political disagreement has emerged over the handling of the recent abduction and rescue of school pupils and teachers in Oyo State, with Senator Adams Oshiomhole strongly opposing Governor Seyi Makinde’s appeal for an international investigation into the incident. The exchange comes only days after security agencies successfully secured the release of the victims who […]
Political commentator and veteran journalist Reuben Abati has questioned Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde’s suggestion that a recent school abduction in the state may have been connected to his political aspirations ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Speaking during Tuesday’s edition of The Morning Show on Arise Television, Abati argued that security incidents should be […]
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The Nigerian Senate has criticized Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over his request for an international investigation into the abduction of schoolchildren and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area, describing the appeal as unnecessary and capable of diminishing the efforts of Nigerian security agencies. The development comes shortly after the successful rescue of the victims […]
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In a gesture aimed at recognizing bravery and resilience, Oyo State All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Sharafadeen Alli, has donated a Toyota Camry to Mrs. Rachael Folake Alamu, the principal of Community High School, Esiele, following her reported ordeal at the hands of terrorists. The presentation was made as a public acknowledgment of Alamu’s […]
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The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja, has called on the Federal Government and the Oyo State Government to tighten security around communities bordering the Old Oyo National Park, warning that stronger preventive measures are needed to stop future attacks. The monarch made the appeal following the recent rescue of dozens of students and teachers […]
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More than seven weeks after dozens of schoolchildren and their teachers were abducted in Oyo State, Nigerian security agencies have confirmed the successful rescue of all 44 victims following an extensive multi-agency operation that also resulted in casualties among security personnel. The military disclosed on Saturday that members of the security forces lost their lives […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
