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A group in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Saki West Local Government has dismissed recent publications perceived to be against the senatorial aspiration of Mrs Hannah Olawumi Ogunesan, MFR, describing them as personal opinions that do not reflect the position of APC members in Oyo North Senatorial District. The position was made known during an enlarged meeting of APC members and stakeholders held in Saki. In a statement read on behalf of the group by Mr. Sunday Adeniyi, the APC said the publications allegedly aimed at creating electoral setbacks for Ogunesan should not be mistaken for the collective voice…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Saki West Local Government has reaffirmed its support for Mrs. Hannah Olawumi Ogunesan, MFR, as the party’s candidate for the Oyo North Senatorial District, while also endorsing other APC candidates for the 2027 general elections. The endorsement was made during a well-attended meeting of the Saki West APC held under the chairmanship of Alhaji Tajudeen Okunlola at LA Primary School, Isale Taba, Saki. The gathering attracted thousands of party members, leaders and stakeholders from across the local government, who reiterated that the supremacy of the party must be respected by all members. The meeting…

Democracy is often celebrated as the government of the people, by the people, and for the people. While elections are the most visible expression of democracy, the true strength of any democratic system lies in what happens after the votes have been counted. Good governance is sustained not only through lawmaking but also through effective oversight. Without legislative oversight, democracy becomes vulnerable to abuse of power, inefficiency, corruption, and poor service delivery. Legislative oversight is one of the most important constitutional responsibilities of elected representatives. It is the mechanism through which the legislature monitors the activities of the executive arm…

In a major move to solidify its ranks ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has constituted a powerful 14-member reconciliation committee. The high-level panel is tasked with uniting the party’s ranks following the recent conclusion of its primary elections. The committee will be co-chaired by two prominent political veterans: Senator Olufemi Lanlehin, a former Oyo South Senator and the 2019 African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship candidate, and Professor Taoheed Adedoja, a former Minister of Sports and Special Duties who has previously flown the governorship flags for both the DPN and…

The late Chief Joseph Folahan (JF) Odunjo left behind an allegory that perfectly mirrors today’s most notorious national scandal. It explains the infamy surrounding President Bola Tinubu’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila and allegedly self-appointed DG of Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) and the Presidential Economic Advisory Council, (PEAC) Adeniyi Adeyemi. Celebrated for his indigenous production of knowledge, Odunjo’s most imperishable legacy remains his role as a writer and educator. His iconic Yoruba children’s literature, the Alawiye (Careful Explainer) series, served as foundational texts for primary school pupils from the 1960s through the 1980s. These books instilled impeccable morals…

An Ogun State High Court sitting in Konape area of Abeokuta, the state capital on Thursday, adjourned till 19th October and November19, further hearing on the controversy surrounding true ownership of a parcel of land between an allotee of the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, as well as an Ogun State Government’s holders of a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) The dusputed parcel of land had become a subject of litigation between a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Michael Fasanu, who holds an Ogun State approved C of O and a chartered Engineer, Olatunji Sowunmi, who also…

In the last two months, there have been too many fallacies and halftruths regarding how Oyo State APC aspirants emerged as candidates during the various primaries. Although most of the individuals commenting on the candidates know the facts, they have manipulated them to incite disdain and hatred toward High Chief (Senator) Sarafadeen Abiodun Alli, the Oyo State APC Governorship candidateand Dr Zaccheous Adelabu Adedeji, Chairman Nigeria Revenue Service. Their primary motive is simply to give a dog a bad name in order tohang it. Now that the coast is clear following the party’s submission of successful candidates to the Independent…

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has felicitated with former Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Adeolu Akande, on his 61st birthday, describing him as an outstanding leader, legal luminary, distinguished intellectual and dependable benefactor. The union, in a statement issued in Ibadan by its Chairman, Akeem Abas and Secretary, Temidayo Adu, praised Prof. Akande for his remarkable contributions to national development, media advancement and democratic growth. The NUJ described the former NCC Chairman as a rare patriot whose life has remained defined by excellence, courage, integrity and commitment to justice to societal progress. According…

The Oyo State Government has denied reports claiming it paid ransom to secure the release of pupils and teachers abducted by bandits in Oriire Local Government Area, describing the allegation as false and misleading. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, the government described the claim as “far from the truth” and a deliberate attempt by “irresponsible bloggers” to create confusion and misinform the public. Prince Oyelade explained that although both the Oyo State and Federal Governments have been making concerted efforts to secure the safe release of the abducted children and their teachers, no…

The Eruwa Elders Council in Ibarapa East Local Government Area of Oyo State has commended Governor Seyi Makinde for appointing Dr. (Mrs.) Adenike Fasina, mni, as the new Head of Service of Oyo State, describing the decision as a well-deserved recognition of competence and integrity. The commendation came during a courtesy visit by members of the council to the Office of the Head of Service at the State Secretariat, Ibadan, where they congratulated Dr. Fasina on her appointment and pledged their support for her administration. Speaking during the visit, the Chairman of the Council, Elder Samuel Oladeni, expressed confidence in…