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Amofin Beulah Adeoye, president of the Beulah Adeoye Foundation has extended his warmest greetings and best wishes to the good people of Oyo State and Nigeria as a whole for new year 2026. Amofin Adeoye described the dawn of the year 2026 as a moment of reflection, gratitude and hope for a brighter and more prosperous future for Oyo State and Nigeria as a country. Amofin Adeoye in his new year message to Nigerians said 2025 tested resilient of good people of Oyo State. He speaks further that, year 2025 showed Nigerians’ collective strength, unity and determination to overcome challenges.…

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has extended New Year greetings to its members, patrons and partners, expressing optimism for renewed hope, fresh opportunities and stronger commitment to professionalism, unity and service to society in the year ahead. In a New Year message jointly signed by the Chairman, Comrade Akeem Abas, and the Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the Council reflected on the outgoing year, noting that it was marked by both challenges and notable achievements within the media sector. The leadership commended journalists in the state for their resilience, dedication and unwavering commitment to ethical journalism, despite the…

IBADAN, Oyo State — As Crossover Night celebrations draw near, the Oyo State Road Traffic Management Authority (OYRTMA) has announced the full enforcement of a zero-tolerance policy against illegal parking across the state. The directive, issued by the Executive Chairman of OYRTMA, Major Adekoya Adesagba (rtd), will be strictly implemented during the high-traffic period of December 31 and will remain in force beyond the festivities as part of the Authority’s sustained commitment to road safety and free traffic flow. “Our focus on Crossover Night is uncompromising,” Major Adesagba said. He said, “We expect increased vehicular movement and large gatherings. To…

Amofin Beulah Adeoye, president of the Beulah Adeoye Foundation, has been awarded the Visionary Leader of the year award by the Nigerian Youth Congress. Amofin Adeoye was recognised and honoured with the prestigious award at the inauguration of the newly elected Nigerian Youth Congress State Executives and Local Government Coordinators across the 33LGAs in Oyo State held at the Oyo State House of Chiefs, Secretariat, Ibadan. Oyo State Chairman of the association, Prince AbdulFatai Adeyemi Olagbenro in his opening remarks welcomed everyone, congratulated the entire executives and awardee at the event. He lauded Amofin Adeoye’s commitment to societal growth through…

The Ife Varsity Saki Students’ Union (IVSSU), Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has equipped students with practical Artificial Intelligence (AI) skills at the 18th Oba Abimbola Memorial Lecture held on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at the Saki City HThe annual lecture, themed “The Development Oke-Ogun Youths Need: A Call for Collective Responsibility,” attracted representatives from 20 secondary schools across the Oke-Ogun region, who participated as key beneficiaries of the educational intervention. Delivering the keynote address, the Guest Speaker and Head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Obafemi Awolowo University, Prof. Adam Muritala, urged students to focus on the practical…

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has received with profound shock and deep sorrow the tragic news of the death of seven journalists from Gombe State who lost their lives in a fatal road traffic accident. The untimely passing of these dedicated media professionals is a devastating blow to the journalism community, not only in Gombe State but across Nigeria. They were committed practitioners who served the public with courage, integrity, and professionalism, and their loss has left an irreplaceable void in our noble profession. On behalf of the National Executive Council (NEC), the entire NUJ family nationwide, and the…

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) was notably absent from the provisional list of candidates released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2026 Ekiti State governorship election, as the party’s candidate, Dr Wole Oluyede, and his running mate did not appear on the list. INEC on Monday displayed the provisional list of governorship candidates from 12 political parties at its state office on New Iyin Road, Ado-Ekiti, marking a key step in preparations for the election. According to the list, the All Progressives Congress (APC) is presenting the incumbent governor, Biodun Oyebanji, as its candidate, with Monisade…

Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli (APC–Oyo South) has felicitated the Executive Director of the South West Development Commission (SWDC), Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle, on the occasion of his birthday. This is contained in a statement he personally signed and made available to newsmen on Tuesday in Ibadan. Senator Alli described Ibikunle as a committed public servant whose life of service has continued to impact governance, development planning and regional integration across the South West. He praised Ibikunle’s leadership capacity and administrative experience, noting that these qualities have strengthened the vision and operations of the SWDC. The lawmaker said that Ibikunle’s contributions to…

Nigeria press is believed to have started with the activities of Henry Townsend, who in 1859 founded the first newspaper christened Iwe Iroyin. According to Alabi(2003) the newspaper covered various issues besides spreading christian gospel. Most of the writers then were converted christians. Closer to establishment of Iwe Iroyin, many other newspapers emerged and thus newspapers began to be used as an opposition tool for the colonial oppression and a foundation for nationalist movements. News is one of the most complex issues to define in mass communication. This fact brought about many definitions as there are journalists. Williams S Maulsbyl…

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, extends its heartfelt condolences to the entire management and staff of Lagelu 96.7FM, as well as the family of the late Kola Oladapo, fondly known as Mr 9ice Guy, on his painful passing. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman, comrade Akeem Abas and Secretary, Temidayo Adu, the NUJ said it received the news of his death with deep shock and profound sadness. Oladapo was a passionate broadcaster, committed media professional and vibrant on-air personality whose voice, creativity, and warmth endeared him to listeners and colleagues alike. His contributions to…