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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has congratulated Engineer Joseph Tegbe on his appointment as Minister of Power by President Bola Tinubu. The union described Engr. Tegbe’s appointment as a well-deserved recognition of competence, integrity and dedication to national development, expressing confidence in his ability to contribute meaningfully to the transformation of the nation’s power sector. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman of the Council, Mr. Akeem Abas, and the Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the NUJ commended President Tinubu for what it described as a thoughtful and strategic decision aimed at placing the right person in…

As the 2027 elections beckon, we, former members of the National Assembly from Oyo State, especially those of us in the All Progressives Congress, APC, have decided to make our mind known pertaining the selection of governorship candidate of our great party(APC). For months, and within ourselves, we have carefully examined the aspirants as well as their educational and political resume and we cannot but be happy with the caliber of people paraded by our party. Most of these aspirants are accomplished professionals and tested politicians in every way. Going by recent events within our party in the state, we…

A leading APC governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Senator Sharafadeen Alli(APC-Oyo South) has successfully scaled the party’s screening process ahead of the 2027 governorship election. Senator Alli appeared before the APC National Screening Committee in Abuja on Saturday, where he was screened and subsequently cleared to participate in the race for the party’s gubernatorial ticket. The development has effectively dismissed claims and speculations allegedly being circulated by some aggrieved politicians operating under the guise of concerned youths against the aspiration of the Oyo South senator. It would be recalled that top leaders and influential stakeholders of the Oyo APC had…

The Oyo State Government has issued a public advisory to residents as the 2026 rainy season sets in, urging precautionary measures against flash floods, temporary road overflows, and rising temperatures expected in the coming weeks. The Honourable Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Ademola Aderinto, gave the advisory in Ibadan, noting that the state is likely to experience flash floods and thunderstorms due to high-intensity rainfall associated with the season’s onset. He explained that the soil across the state is still relatively firm, limiting water infiltration and causing heavy surface runoff on roads, drainage, and some communities. He added that…

The Executive Chairman of Saki West Local Government, Hon. Gbenga Olaleye Akinola, has extended his warmest greetings and felicitations to the Okere of Sakiland, His Royal Majesty, Oba DDrKhalid Oyeniyi Olabisi Oyedepo III, as the ancient city prepares for the 2026 Beere Cultural Festival. In a statement celebrating the commencement of the nine-day festivities, Hon. Akinola lauded the monarch’s unwavering commitment to preserving the cultural and traditional heritage of the Saki people. He described the Beere Festival as more than just a ceremony, but a “unifying platform” that strengthens the bonds of communal living among the sons and daughters of…

The Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF) has moved to standardize the official naming of the Nigerian leader following a series of recurring errors identified in publications by various organisations and media outlets. The clarification was contained in a formal statement issued by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the SGF, Mr Yomi Odunuga, and was personally signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume. To ensure administrative uniformity and institutional respect, Senator Akume emphasized that for the record, the only correct and official appellation is: “His Excellency,…

As Muslim faithful across the world prepare for another sacred pilgrimage to Mecca and Medina, the voice of Sikiru Ayinde Barrister continues to echo like a spiritual guide from another generation. Through Mecca Special A & B Vol. 3, Barrister not only entertained; he transformed Fuji music into Islamic documentation, prayer, preaching, and historical narration. Right from the opening of the album, his intention was clear: “Gbogbo ẹyin Imale ẹ bá jẹ́ ká sin ọlọ́run, ìrún lẹsin Imale, wákàtí márùn ní ń gbéní d’alijọnna…” He reminded Muslims that Islam is rooted in prayer, discipline, and devotion to Allah. At a…

Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Oyo State, has congratulated former Managing Director of First Bank Plc, Dr. Kazeem Adesola Adeduntan, on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen on Thursday in Ibadan, Alli described Adeduntan as an accomplished banker, visionary administrator and pride of Oyo State. Senator Alli extolled the sterling qualities of Dr. Adeduntan, noting that his remarkable contributions to Nigeria’s banking sector and national economic growth remain worthy of commendation and emulation. “Adeduntan distinguished himself through professionalism, integrity and purposeful leadership during…

The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT), Oyo State wing, has elected new executive members to preside over its affairs for the next four years. The election of the new state executives was conducted on Wednesday, during the NUT Oyo State wing’s 8th quadrennial Delegates Conference, held in Ibadan, the state capital. Speaking during the opening session of the conference, the National President of the Nigerian Union of Teachers, Comrade Titus Audu Amba, stated that the union was founded on democratic principles and the philosophy of labour unions. According to him, in line with this, the union at the national, state…

In a major political move that has sent shockwaves through both the ruling party and the opposition, Governor Seyi Makinde has officially named Mr Bimbo Adekanmbi as his preferred successor for the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State. Adekanmbi, who served as the Commissioner for Finance under the administration of the late former Governor Abiola Ajimobi, represents a cross-party choice that marks a significant shift in the state’s traditional political landscape. The Oyo State Publicity Secretary of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Michael Ogunshina, confirmed the development during an exclusive phone conversation on Wednesday night. According to Ogunshina, the decision…