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The Oyo State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has expressed strong opposition to the decision by the Oyo State Health Insurance Agency (OYSHIA) to raise health insurance deductions for local government workers to 7.5 per cent of their basic salary. Led by its state president, Comrade Ayobami Adeogun, the union described the new deduction as insensitive and poorly timed, coming amid widespread economic hardship facing workers. NULGE’s reaction followed a statement by the Executive Secretary of OYSHIA, Dr Sola Akande, who announced that health insurance deductions for civil and public servants had been increased to…

The appointment of the new Secretary to the state Government Professor Musbau Babatunde is to ensure that the Seyi Makinde administration finishes strong by 2027 when it leaves office In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, after the swearing-in of the new SSG today, Governor Seyi Makinde said. At the same time, his administration has indeed achieved a lot in governance since 2019, concluding his two terms exceptionally well, and it is crucial to consolidate the legacy he wants to leave behind. According to the commissioner, Governor Makinde said during the swearing-in that people should…

Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, has approved a salary upgrade for Heads of Local Government Administration (HLGAs) in the state and directed the immediate promotion of all state workers due for advancement in 2025. The governor disclosed that the Heads of Local Government Administration had not benefited from the reviewed salary structure since January last year, assuring that the backlog would be fully cleared before the end of the month. Makinde made this known during the annual interfaith prayer session held at the car park of his office at the Agodi Secretariat, Ibadan. He explained that all necessary documents…

The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed a reported threat by suspected bandits to launch an attack on Ikoyi-Ile community in Oriire Local Government Area of the state. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Olayinka Ayanlade, a handwritten note allegedly issued by the suspected bandits was discovered in front of a residential building in the community. The note, he said, was written in both Yoruba and English. The development follows a recent deadly incident in the area, where a 12-man suspected bandit gang invaded Oloka community in Oriire Local Government Area at about 11:30…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has alerted the general public, party members and supporters to the circulation of fraudulent online links, websites and social media handles falsely claiming to be the party’s official membership registration platform. In an official statement, the ADC made it clear that there is currently no authorised membership registration link or website in operation, urging Nigerians to completely disregard all registration links presently being circulated. The party clarified that it has not launched any public online membership registration platform at this time. It added that work is ongoing on an official registration and verification platform, which…

The Oyo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has issued a seven-day ultimatum to Alhaji Taofeek Akeugbagold to refund the sum of ₦11 million allegedly owed to the union from its estate funds or face legal action. The directive was part of far-reaching resolutions in the communiqué issued by members of the Committee—David Adeoye, Mosope Kehinde and Victoria Ayanleye—and signed by the Council Chairman, Akeem Abas and Secretary, Temidayo Adu at the maiden congress of the newly elected NUJ Oyo State leadership, held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the Dapo Aderogba Hall, NUJ Press Centre, Ibadan,…

The Oyo State Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, has expressed confidence that the appointment of the new Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof Musbau Babatunde, will significantly enhance bureaucratic development, describing the choice as timely and strategic for strengthening public service efficiency, confidence and administrative coordination across the state. The newly appointed Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Musibau Babatunde, on Thursday performed his first public duty with a courtesy visit to the Oyo State Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade. The Economics Professor was warmly received by Prince Oyelade and senior officials of the ministry in…

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State has suffered another setback with the resignation of a prominent party chieftain, Hon. Wale Ajani, who blamed his decision on uncertainty and the absence of internal democracy within the party. Ajani announced his exit in a letter addressed to the PDP Ward Chairman, Ward 6, Ona Ara Local Government, stating that his resignation takes effect from January 10, 2026. In the letter, the former Director General of Oyo State Liaison, Lagos and Abuja during Governor Seyi Makinde’s first term, thanked party leaders and members for the support he enjoyed over the years.…

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has commiserated with victims of the recent attack on the National Park Office at Oloka Village, which left five forest guards dead and others injured. In a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Akeem Abas and Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the NUJ expressed sympathy to the families of the deceased. The council also sympathised with those injured in the attack and the families of the deceased and those injured in the incident,describing the incident as disturbing and a threat to public safety. The NUJ commended the swift response of the state government…

The Federal Government has announced fresh measures in the education sector, limiting graduation ceremonies in schools nationwide to only pupils and students in exit classes—Primary 6, Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3) and Senior Secondary School 3 (SSS3). The move, according to the government, is intended to curb excessive celebrations in schools and ease the growing financial burden on parents. The decision was disclosed by the Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, alongside the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suiwaba Sa’idu. A press statement issued on Friday and signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations at the…