Kwara State: Prominent Islamic Cleric Killed in Attack in Ilesha-Baruba
A prominent Islamic cleric, popularly known as Alfa Iliasu, was killed following an attack at his residence in Ilesha-Baruba, Baruten Local Government Area of Kwara State. The incident, which occurred earlier on Saturday, has thrown the community into mourning as residents grapple with the loss of a religious figure Continue Reading
Despite Over-borrowing By N1.54trn, FG Implements Only 17.66% Of Capital Project
The federal government borrowed N1.54 trillion more than it had projected for the first nine months of 2025, yet left 82 per cent of its capital budget unspent — a fiscal paradox that analysts said raises serious questions about how Nigeria’s growing debt stock is being deployed. Official data from Continue Reading
Senator Alli celebrates Sunday Dare’s birthday, salutes national service
The All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Candidate in Oyo State, Sharafadeen Alli, has congratulated presidential aide and Agbaakin of Ogbomoso, Sunday Dare, on the occasion of his birthday anniversary. In a congratulatory message issued on Friday in Ibadan, Senator Alli described Chief Dare as a distinguished administrator, seasoned communicator and Continue Reading
60th Birthday: Akeem Agbaje Congratulates Sunday Dare
Barr. Akeem Adedeji Agbaje, frontline gubernatorial aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, has extended felicitations to Sunday Dare on the occasion of his 60th birthday, describing him as a public figure whose contributions cut across communication, governance engagement, and Nigeria’s democratic process. Agbaje noted that Continue Reading
Oyo 2027: Oke-Ogun Writes Tinubu, Threatens Election Boycott Over Oyo Governorship Marginalisation
The people of Oke-Ogun zone in Oyo state have warned that they will withhold their votes from any political party that continues to sideline the area in the race for the governorship in 2027. In a letter dated May 25, 2026, and addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Seyi Continue Reading
Third Anniversary: Barr Akeem Agbaje Salutes President Tinubu’s Courageous Leadership
Barr. Akeem Adedeji Agbaje, frontline gubernatorial aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State for the 2027 election, has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the third anniversary of his administration, describing him as a courageous reformer committed to rebuilding and repositioning Nigeria for long-term stability and Continue Reading
Makinde blasts Tinubu over state police debate, says it’s misleading
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has urged the Federal Government to stop deceiving the masses concerning the creation of State Police. Speaking at a gathering, as seen in a viral video, Makinde recalled how states in the Southwest established the Amotekun Corps. According to the governor, Amotekun was Continue Reading
𝐎𝐲𝐨 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕: 𝐏𝐃𝐏 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐣𝐚 𝐚𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐯 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞, 𝐑𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐬
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State officially kicked off its journey toward the 2027 general elections on Thursday, affirming Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja as its consensus gubernatorial candidate. Arapaja, a veteran politician and the party’s choice for the Agodi Government House, emerged unopposed following a unanimous affirmation by party Continue Reading
2026 Hajj: Oyo Pilgrims Commence Jamarat Stoning Rite in Mina
The 2026 Hajj pilgrims from Oyo State on Wednesday commenced another mandatory Hajj rite with a visit to Jamarat in Mina for the symbolic stoning ritual. The pilgrims departed Muzdalifah for muna early Wednesday after observing the required religious rites at the location on Tuesday night. Speaking through a phone Continue Reading
Oorelope APM Stakeholders Affirm Jimoh Olabisi for State Constituency Seat
Stakeholders of the Allied People’s Movement (APM) in Oorelope LGA of Oyo State have affirmed the candidacy of Mr. Jimoh Adisa Olabisi ahead of the forthcoming State House of Assembly election. The affirmation, which took place on Thursday in the presence of party leaders, elders, and grassroots mobilisers, reflected what Continue Reading