The Okere of Saki, Dr. Sur. Khalid Oyeniyi Olabisi Oyedepo III, has taken a significant step towards enhancing trade opportunities in the region by hosting the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC). The meeting, held at the palace, focused on exploring ways to maximize the potential of the Okerete International Continue Reading

  The Omituntun Initiative in the Diaspora (OID), a professional group committed to progressive development, has extended condolences to the Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, following the passing of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland. In a statement issued by the group’s spokesperson, Continue Reading

For decades, Nigeria’s tax system has symbolised everything wrong with the country’s broader fiscal culture—narrow tax bases, overburdened workers, under-taxed elites, a thriving informal sector, and rampant corruption. With a tax-to-GDP ratio that has hovered between 6 per cent and 8 per cent, Nigeria remains one of the poorest tax Continue Reading

For nearly half a century, Nigeria’s vast economic promise has been crippled by pipeline vandalism and oil theft. The country lost billions of dollars every year as critical oil infrastructure was repeatedly sabotaged by criminal syndicates and local collaborators. Yet in a remarkable turnaround, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited Continue Reading

Last week, we dealt with suspension of foreign assistance programmes as a feature of President Donald Trump’s new policy, in the context of crucible of birthright citizenship. Today’s feature continues with same and later examines the irony of how immigrants helped make the US what it is today, with examples Continue Reading

  Oyo APC Peace Advocates, a Group dedicated to the fostering of peace, harmony and cohesion within the All Progressives Congress, APC in Oyo state has visited Oyo geo-political zone. Led by its co-conveners, Chief Wale Ohu and Prince Niran Adeyoju SDM, the Group met with Elders, Leaders and critical Continue Reading

In 2013, when a stellar cast of opposition figures across the political spectrum, unveiled the All Progressives Congress (APC) as their platform to break the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) 16-year grip on power, then Senior Special Assistant to President Goodluck Jonathan on Public Affairs, Doyin Okupe, reportedly invited people to Continue Reading

  In today’s fast changing political landscape, it is rare to find a leader who not only understands governance but truly connects with the people — their struggles, their dreams, and their everyday realities. Barrister Akeem Agbaje stands out as that leader. A respected legal practitioner, philanthropist, and grassroots mobilizer, Continue Reading

The Oyo State House of Assembly at its Plenary today approved the immediate reinstatement of the suspended Saki East Local Government Chairman, Mr. Adedokun Emmanuel This following a report presented by the Chairman House Committee on Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters and State Honours, Hon. Akintunde Olajide. In his report, Continue Reading

Omituntun Initiative in Diaspora (OID) has consistently demonstrated its commitment to Governor Seyi Makinde’s vision for youth empowerment and inclusive development in Oyo State. This year, OID invites ambitious students and great thinkers to participate in the Seyi Makinde Annual Essay Competition 2025, focusing on innovation, sustainability, leadership, and citizen Continue Reading