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The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has removed over 400,000 inactive and non-compliant companies from its official register in a major clean-up exercise aimed at boosting transparency, strengthening investor confidence and sanitising Nigeria’s business environment. The Registrar-General of the CAC, Mr. Hussaini Ishaq Magaji, disclosed this in Abuja during activities marking the Commission’s 35th anniversary, where he highlighted the agency’s transformation from a manual, location-bound registry into a fully digital corporate regulator serving Nigeria’s estimated 250 million population around the clock. Magaji explained that the delisted firms were largely shell companies that had failed to file annual returns and were no…

The Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho (FUNATO), in Kajola Local Government Area of Oyo State, has announced Friday, March 6, 2026, as the resumption date for its pioneer students. The decision was taken at the university’s first statutory meeting of the Senate held on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, during which the academic roadmap for the institution’s maiden cohort was approved. In a statement issued on Friday, the Registrar and Secretary to the University Senate, Amuni Mohammed Olayinka, said the decision followed extensive deliberations and reports on the level of preparedness of the institution. According to him, the Senate…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has announced the indefinite postponement of its planned Mega Open Air Stakeholders’ Meeting, which was earlier scheduled to hold on Tuesday next week. The party said the decision was taken to allow for wider consultations and more comprehensive planning. The stakeholders’ meeting, organised by the APC leadership in the state in collaboration with the Oyo State team of the Renewed Hope Ambassadors, was designed to introduce the concept of an intra-party rally. The initiative, which has already been implemented across the state’s 14 federal constituencies, was described by the party as having…

Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli (APC- Oyo South) has launched a two-day initiative educating girl children on safe sexual life and hygienic menstrual management, reaching about 10,000 students across Ibarapa communities in Oyo State. The sensitisation exercise held on Feb. 2 and 3, covered seven schools located in Tapa, Ayete, Igangan, Idere, Igboora, Eruwa and Lanlate towns in Ibarapa zone of Oyo State. The programme ‘Flow with Dignity School Tour Season Three’ was organised by the senator with Women for Greater Good Foundation, in collaboration with National Orientation Agency(NOA) and FIDA partners nationwide awareness drive. The initiative recorded participation of health…

The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its preparedness for the official commencement of the Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) examinations. This aligns with the Federal Government’s directive for a gradual transition from pen-and-paper to full digital testing. The Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Hon. Olusegun Olayiwola, disclosed this while receiving the Zonal Coordinator and Deputy Registrar of WAEC, Mr Waheed Amode, aMrhis management team during a courtesy visit to his office on Wednesday, 4 February 2026. Olayiwola revealed that Governor Seyi Makinde has directed that the cost implications for the procurement of over…

Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, has approved the appointment of retired Major-General Lukman Tokunbo Omoniyi as his Executive Adviser on Security Coordination. The appointment, which takes immediate effect, was contained in a letter signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Musibau Babatunde. While congratulating Omoniyi on the appointment, Governor Makinde charged him to ensure effective coordination of security activities across the state with the aim of making every part of Oyo State safe and secure for residents. Major-General Omoniyi (rtd) is a seasoned senior infantry officer who has held several command, staff and instructional appointments in various…

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate deployment of an army battalion to Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State following a deadly overnight attack by Boko Haram terrorists on villagers in Worro. The President said the newly deployed military unit will spearhead Operation Savannah Shield, aimed at checking the activities of the terrorists and protecting defenceless communities in the area. The directive was contained in a statement signed by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. Condemning the attack, President Tinubu described the assailants as cowardly, beastly and heartless, accusing them of deliberately targeting soft and…

The Nigeria Police Force has opened a fresh nationwide recruitment exercise, calling on qualified Nigerians to apply for enlistment into the Force as part of efforts to strengthen national security. The development was announced via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle of the Nigeria Police Force, where the institution described the exercise as an opportunity for citizens who are willing and committed to serving the country. According to the Police, the recruitment is open to eligible candidates who meet the criteria stipulated by the Force. Prospective applicants were advised to carefully study the eligibility conditions, application procedures and other relevant…

The Benue State Police Command has arrested two serving police sergeants in connection with an alleged armed robbery operation, leading to the recovery of a stolen vehicle and firearms. The arrest followed an operation by the command’s surveillance patrol team, which acted on credible intelligence about a red Toyota Corolla, 2010 model, with registration number NEG-35-AE, earlier reported to have been stolen at gunpoint in Akwanga and allegedly heading towards Keffi. Police sources said the suspects, who were driving the stolen vehicle, breached a police checkpoint at Angwan Lambu in an attempt to evade arrest. However, operatives trailed the vehicle…

The remembrance and honour of the late Mufutau Ajadi Lanihun by the Oyo State Government at the grand finale of the Oyo @ 50 Celebration today, Tuesday, 3 February, 2026, is an affirmation of the State’s commitment to recognising and celebrating true heroes of our time. Laninhun, affectionately called “Olowo ti nfowo s’anu” for his boundless generosity, made an indelible mark on Ibadanland and beyond. His contributions to education, commerce and the Muslim community are a shining example of selflessness and dedication to humanity. The construction of schools, scholarships for indigent students and support for the less privileged are just…