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The Oyo State Government has renewed its commitment to sustaining the gains recorded in the fight against HIV/AIDS through stronger domestic financing, partnership and integration of HIV programmes into existing government systems. The Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for the Control of AIDS (OYSACA), Aare (Dr.) Gbola Adetunji, made this known at the Third Quarter Meeting of the Oyo State HIV Resources Mobilisation Technical Working Group and Sustainability Plan Committee, held recently at the Agency’s Conference Room, Ibadan. Adetunji said the changing global health financing environment, donor transition and funding gaps had made it necessary for the State to…

The Oyo State House of Assembly has approved an additional N210 billion supplementary finance for the 2026 fiscal year, raising the total financial provision approved for the state to over N1.1 trillion. The approval followed the passage of the Oyo State Supplementary Finance Bill, 2026, during plenary on Thursday after the House considered and adopted the report of its Committee on Finance, Appropriation and State Economic Planning. Presenting the report, the Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Sunkanmi Babalola, explained that the Bill was considered clause by clause, with the committee taking into account inputs from the Ministry of Budget and…

The Oyo State Government has reiterated that it will not overlook environmental infractions, as the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources, through its Environmental Vanguards, apprehended and secured the conviction of 55 environmental offenders in Ibadan land in August 2026. The offenders were apprehended for various violations of the State’s environmental laws and were subsequently prosecuted and convicted in accordance with the provisions of the law. The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Hon. Ademola Aderinto, stated that the development was part of the Ministry’s intensified monitoring and enforcement efforts towards ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and sustaining a clean,…

The Management and Staff of Saki West Local Government have extended warm felicitations to the Executive Chairman of the Council, Hon. Gbenga Olaleye Akinola, as he celebrates his birthday today. Speaking on behalf of the Management and Staff of the Local Government, the Head of Local Government Administration, Pastor Farounbi S. A., described the Chairman as a committed leader whose dedication to the growth, development and progress of Saki West Local Government remains commendable. Pastor Farounbi praised Hon. Akinola for his purposeful leadership and commitment to the welfare of the people, praying that Almighty God would continue to bless him…

The Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority, OYRLEA, in collaboration with security operatives, has intensified enforcement against street trading and the illegal occupation of public spaces at Gate, Bodija, and Ojoo markets in Ibadan. The operation, which was carried out during the official closing hours of yesterday became necessary towards ensuring compliance with the laws regulating trading activities, the use of roads, walkways and other public spaces in the state. The enforcement followed observations that many traders still display and sell goods on roads, walkways, drainage channels, and road setbacks, despite the provision of adequate market facilities by the…

The campaign organisation of the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Oyo State, Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli, has condemned attempts by certain online platforms to sexualise and misrepresent an interaction between the candidate and some students of The Polytechnic, Ibadan. This is contained in a statement issued by Senator Alli’s campaign office and made availablr to journalists on Wednesday in Ibadan. The statement described the viral video, which shows Senator Alli with a student seated on his lap during an interview, as a deliberate attempt to manufacture a scandal where none exists. It urged members of the public to…

Prominent personalities and religious leaders have charged members of society to embrace moral uprightness, positive attitudinal change and good deeds, stressing that every living soul will one day give an account of its stewardship before God after death. The admonition formed part of the messages delivered by clerics and distinguished personalities at a Fidau prayer held in honour of the late Alhaja Mujidat Arike Adepoju, wife of the Oniro of Otu, Oba Sunday Adepoju Ayilola, Gbadewolu I. The event, which was characterised by remarkable interfaith unity, had both Muslim and Christian clerics in attendance alongside several dignitaries. Among those present…

The Oyo State Government has commenced the enforcement of the house to house waste collection policy across the State, with environmental officers of the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources embarking on inspections of residential buildings, business premises and other facilities to ensure compliance with proper waste management regulations. The Honourable Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Hon. Ademola Aderinto, stated this during the flag off of the enforcement exercise on Tuesday, explaining that the measure was in line with the laws of the State mandating residents, businesses and other establishments to have proper arrangements for the disposal of their…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Oyo State, Sen. Sharafadeen Alli, has commended the stakeholders and members of Egbe Bo’bakeye Ile Ibadan for their sustained contributions to humanity and support for vulnerable members of society. Alli, who represents Oyo South Senatorial District in the Senate, gave the commendation at a cash empowerment programme organised by the club for about 300 widows in Ibadan. The programme, held at Aj’orosun Club, Ibadan, was part of the association’s commitment to humanitarian service, community development and improving the welfare of vulnerable members of society. The APC candidate described the gesture as commendable,…

The growing disappointment with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration cannot be blamed entirely on the President. A large part of the problem lies with the poor performance and lack of accountability at the state and local government levels, especially now that they receive significantly more money from the Federation Account. When President Tinubu removed the fuel subsidy, the immediate consequences were painful. Petrol prices increased sharply, transportation costs went up, the prices of food and other essential commodities followed, inflation increased, and the purchasing power of ordinary Nigerians was badly affected. For the common man, life became more difficult almost…