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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has congratulated its Patron, Otunba Salimon Akanni Oladiti, on his emergence as the National President of the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG). The Council described his election as a well-deserved recognition of his years of dedication, leadership, and commitment to the advancement of workers’ welfare in the petroleum sector. In a congratulatory statement jointly signed by the Chairman of the Council, Mr. Akeem Abas, and the Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the Union noted that Otunba Oladiti’s emergence did not come as a surprise, given his track record of…

The Oyo State Government has reiterated its commitment to sustaining strategic reforms and investments that will further elevate the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, into a globally competitive centre of excellence in innovation, research, and development. Speaking at the 18th Convocation Ceremony of the University, the Oyo state Governor, His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde said the State Government is deepening efforts to strengthen the institution through deliberate policies, sustained funding, and targeted infrastructure expansion to consolidate long-term academic excellence and institutional growth The Governor recalled his 2018 pledge to resolve the ownership challenges of the University, noting that…

The Provost of the Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo, Ademola Rauf Salami, has been elected National Chairman of the Committee of Provosts of Colleges of Education in Nigeria. Dr Salami emerged unopposed during the election held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), taking the helm of the influential body comprising chief executives of colleges of education across the country. His emergence was warmly received by members of the committee, who described it as a natural progression considering his strong record of administrative competence, academic distinction, and proven leadership capacity. Since assuming office as Provost,…

The Oyo State Executive Council meeting, chaired by the State Governor, has approved compensation for over 900 property owners whose lands were affected by the ongoing construction of the Ibadan Circular Road In a statement by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, a total of N5,813,000,000 (Five Billion, Eight hundred and Thirteen Million Naira) will be paid to these categories of people. The Council noted that the compensation will not only put a stop to the agitation and misinformation surrounding this laudable project, but will also pave the way for accelerated planning and development, foster investors’ confidence, and bring…

President Bola Tinubu has approved a minor reshuffle of the Federal Executive Council, resulting in the removal of Wale Edun as the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. The announcement was confirmed on Tuesday in a statement by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume. According to the statement, Taiwo Oyedele, the former Minister of State for Finance, has been promoted to take over as the substantive Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy. The reshuffle also affected the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development. Ahmed Dangiwa was sacked from…

Aides and family members of Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli (APC–Oyo South) have extolled his exceptional leadership, generousity and unwavering commitment to public service as he marks his birthday. In a joint statement, they described the distinguished lawmaker and APC governorship aspirant in Oyo State as a visionary leader whose life has been dedicated to the upliftment of the people and advancement of democratic ideals. They said that Senator Alli’s political journey has been marked by courage, integrity, and a deep sense of responsibility, qualities that have endeared him to constituents and stakeholders across the state. According to them, his tenure…

Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli (APC- Oyo South), has been honoured with the Prestigious Legislator of the Year Award by Independent Newspaper Annual Merit Award. The award ceremony held on Saturday at the Eko Hotel, Victoria Island, Lagos, attracted eminent personalities from across political and media landscapes nationwide. The recognition celebrated Senator Alli’s outstanding legislative contributions, impactful representation and commitment to the development of his constituency and the nation at large. Dignitaries at the event commended the senator’s dedication to quality lawmaking, constituency projects and consistent advocacy for good governance and people-oriented policies in the National Assembly. Earlier on Saturday, Senator…

IBADAN, OYO STATE — The 2027 governorship contest in Oyo State has taken a new turn as Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, representing Oyo South Senatorial District, formally declared his ambition to lead the state, setting out a broad agenda focused on inclusive governance, security, and economic transformation. The declaration marks a significant development within the All Progressives Congress (APC), with the lawmaker presenting what he described as a vision for a “New Oyo” anchored on people-centred policies and grassroots engagement. At the unveiling of his ambition, Alli stressed that his administration would prioritise inclusiveness, ensuring that all parts of the state…

The Oyof o State Government has commenced a renewed and strategic statewide data collection and collation exercise for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across all the 33 Local Government Areas and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in the State to strengthen economic planning and expand access to government and international support initiatives. The initiative was formally flagged off on Wednesday at the Conference Room of the Ministry of Investment, Trade, Cooperatives and Industry, Secretariat, Ibadan. Flagging off the programme, the Commissioner for Investment, Trade, Cooperatives and Industry, Hon. Adeniyi Olabode Adebisi, stated that the engagement was designed as a…

The Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes has conferred the prestigious Icon of Ibadan Heritage Award on Akinwale Solomon Akinwole, Chairman of the Oyo State Local Government Service Commission, in recognition of his contributions to the development of Ibadanland. The honour was presented during the 2026 Ibadan Cultural Festival, where the CCII described Akinwole, popularly known as Wolekanle, as a man of integrity dedicated to the all-round growth and progress of Ibadan. Reacting to the recognition, Akinwole called on individuals to prioritise humanity in their daily lives, stressing the importance of making positive impacts on others. He noted that touching lives…