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The All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in Oyo State, Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli has congratulated Nigerians on Democracy Day, describing June 12 as symbolising sacrifice, resilience, freedom and democratic perseverance nationwide. Alli, in a statement issued on Friday in Ibadan, commended President Bola Tinubu for demonstrating courageous leadership through policies and reforms aimed at rebuilding Nigeria’s economy, strengthening democracy and national stability. He stated that the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Tinubu administration had continued laying foundations for sustainable growth, improved security, economic recovery and better opportunities for millions of hardworking Nigerians across states. The senator representing Oyo South Senatorial…

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has inaugurated a Central Planning Committee to coordinate activities for its forthcoming 60th anniversary celebration. This was contained in a statement jointly signed by the Chairman of the council, Comrade Akeem Abas, and the Secretary, Temidayo Adu, and made available to journalists in Ibadan on Wednesday. According to the statement, former Chairman of the council, Ambassador Wale Ojo-Lanre, has been appointed Chairman of the Central Planning Committee, which is saddled with the responsibility of overseeing all activities connected with the diamond jubilee celebration. Other members of the committee are Mr Sola…

The Oyo State Rule of Law Enforcement Authority (OYRLEA) has intensified its enforcement activities against illegal open grazing and unauthorized livestock rearing at Apata Olomo, off Ado-Awaye Road, Iseyin, in Iseyin Local Government Area of Oyo State. The enforcement operation was initiated following petitions received from farmers within the community, who alleged that the activities of some herders had led to the destruction of farmlands and the consumption of agricultural produce by livestock, thereby affecting their livelihoods. Acting on the complaints, the OYRLEA enforcement team, led by Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Francis Ojoomo (Rtd), alongside the Chief of Staff…

Hon. Tajudeen Kareem Abisodun played an active role during plenary proceedings at the Green Chamber on Tuesday, presenting two critical reports on behalf of the House Committee on Aviation Technology. The lawmaker first presented the committee’s report on a Bill for an Act to amend the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) Act No. 29 of 2022 and related matters (HB. 2109), urging members of the House of Representatives to consider and approve the committee’s recommendations. He also laid before the House the report on a Bill for an Act to establish the African Aviation and Aerospace University, Abuja, aimed at providing…

The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Women Broadcasters’ Forum (Nigeria and Diaspora), a body of female broadcasters advocating for the rights and welfare of women in society. The Honourable Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun, gave the assurance while receiving members of the forum during a courtesy visit to the Ministry. Dr. Olatubosun commended the move to formally inaugurate the forum, describing it as a platform that will give women and other vulnerable groups a stronger voice in society. He, however, advised the forum to put the right structures in place that will…

By denying El-Rufai bail again today, it’s obvious this government wants to keep him until after the 2027 elections because of fear of his political sagacity. But the law which allows El-Rufai to be kept in indefinite detention while others who have committed worse crimes and have even picked up APC tickets is yet unclear to discerning Nigerians. El-Rufai has refused to compromise on his principles and accept the bail conditions that will deny him his fundamental rights to free speech, association and participation in the politics of 2027 hence, the refusal to release him from unlawful detention like some…

The Oyo State Police Command has debunked reports circulating on social media alleging the movement and infiltration of suspected Lukarawa terrorists into forests around Ogbomoso and the Old Oyo National Park, describing the claims as false, misleading and lacking any factual basis. In a statement issued on June 10, 2026, the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, said the command had reviewed the video and accompanying voice note currently being circulated and found no intelligence or security report to support the allegations. According to the command, comprehensive intelligence assessments available to it do not indicate the…

Tragedy struck Iluke Bunu community in the Kabba/Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State on Wednesday after heavily armed bandits invaded a local school, disrupted the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), and killed three people, including the school’s vice principal and a six-year-old boy. The security crisis was confirmed in separate official statements issued by the Kogi State Police Command and the State Ministry of Information and Communication. According to a statement released by the spokesperson for the Kogi State Police Command, Saliu Afusat, law enforcement received a distress call at approximately 10:00 a.m. indicating that a…

The legal battles of former Kaduna State Governor, Malam Nasir El-Rufai, intensified on Wednesday following the refusal of a Kaduna State High Court to grant him a fresh bail application. The presiding judge held that the defence failed to present any new evidence, substantial facts, or fresh information that would justify a review or reversal of the court’s previous ruling on his detention. With this latest judicial decision, the 66-year-old former governor will remain in the custody of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) pending the conclusion or further acceleration of his substantive trial. This development…

The Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) has trained its senior officers and staff on intelligence gathering, vigilance, and public safety as part of efforts to strengthen security across Oyo State. The one-day training programme, held during the week at the Oyo State House of Chiefs, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, focused on enhancing the capacity of traffic officers to support security agencies through effective observation, surveillance, and timely reporting of suspicious activities. Speaking during the programme, the Chairman of OYRTMA, Major Adekoya Adesagba (Rtd), said traffic officers have responsibilities that extend beyond traffic management, road decongestion, and the removal of…