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- [Oyo APC governorship candidate donates car to kidnapped Oriire school principal](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-apc-governorship-candidate-donates-car-to-kidnapped-oriire-school-principal/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Oyo State, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has donated a brand-new Toyota Camry to Mrs Rachael Folake Alamu, the Principal of Community High School, Esiele, Oriire Local Government Area, in recognition of her courage and resilience after surviving a kidnapping ordeal. Mrs Alamu was among the teachers
- [ICAN Oluyole District Society unveils maiden newsletter to promote professional excellence](https://oyoreporters.com/ican-oluyole-district-society-unveils-maiden-newsletter-to-promote-professional-excellence/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Oluyole and District Society, has unveiled the maiden edition of its official newsletter, ICAN Oluyole Insight, describing the publication as a major milestone aimed at promoting professionalism, knowledge sharing and effective communication among members of the district. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony, the Chairman of
- [Oyo ADC governorship aspirant sympathises with Bode Market traders over fire incident](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-adc-governorship-aspirant-sympathises-with-bode-market-traders-over-fire-incident/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE An African Democratic Congress (ADC) governorship aspirant in Oyo State, Dr. Azeez Adeduntan, has described the recent fire outbreak at the popular Bode Market in Ibadan as unfortunate, shocking and deeply saddening. Adeduntan made the remark during a visit to the market to commiserate with affected traders and community leaders following the incident,
- [Eight kidnappers arrested as security forces rescue abducted Oyo pupils, teachers](https://oyoreporters.com/eight-kidnappers-arrested-as-security-forces-rescue-abducted-oyo-pupils-teachers/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Security agencies have rescued all the pupils, students and teachers abducted by bandits from three schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State after spending about 56 days in captivity.Eight suspected kidnappers were arrested during the operation, while several others were neutralised. The Presidency announced the breakthrough on Friday evening, describing it
- [Investigation reveals facts about PFIPC operations](https://oyoreporters.com/investigation-reveals-facts-about-pfipc-operations/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Facts have emerged that the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, and the Central Bank of Nigeria acted on letters received from the Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council (PFIPC) believing that they were legitimate documents. It was learned that Adeniyi
- [FG okays reform of NYSC, introduces civilian leadership and skill-based orientation](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-okays-reform-of-nysc-introduces-civilian-leadership-and-skill-based-orientation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government has approved a comprehensive reform of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), marking the most significant overhaul of the scheme since its establishment 53 years ago. The approval was granted by the Federal Executive Council (FEC), which also directed the Attorney-General of the Federation and the Ministry of Youth to
- [Criminologist charges Tinubu to intensify fight against insecurity, protect Nigerians](https://oyoreporters.com/criminologist-charges-tinubu-to-intensify-fight-against-insecurity-protect-nigerians/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The President of the Nigerian Society for Criminology (NSC), Prof. Oludayo Tade, has called on President Bola Tinubu to intensify efforts to tackle insecurity across the country, warning that Nigeria's security challenges now have both national and transnational dimensions. Tade made the call in a statement following the just-concluded Fourth International Conference of
- [UI SUG breaks silence over missing Law student's disappearance](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-sug-breaks-silence-over-missing-law-students-disappearance/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Students’ Union Government (SUG) of the University of Ibadan (UI) has confirmed the abduction of a 300-level female law student, identified simply as Tomisin, and appealed to members of the university community to remain calm as efforts intensify to secure her release. In a statement issued by the SUG President, Comrade Temidayo
- [Bandits’ Attacks: FG Sets Aside N500bn Emergency Security Fund from May FAAC Revenue](https://oyoreporters.com/bandits-attacks-fg-sets-aside-n500bn-emergency-security-fund-from-may-faac-revenue/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government has earmarked about N500bn from the May 2026 Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) revenue to finance a national security emergency intervention amid rising insecurity across the country. The deduction was reportedly made before the monthly revenue-sharing exercise among the Federal Government, state governments and local government councils, according to senior
- [Federal lawmakers to determine Nigeria’s action against South Africa’s xenophobic attacks](https://oyoreporters.com/federal-lawmakers-to-determine-nigerias-action-against-south-africas-xenophobic-attacks/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The federal lawmakers will determine Nigeria’s action against South Africa’s xenophobic attacks. This, according to the Federal Government is because any retaliatory measures Nigeria may take against South Africa over recurring anti-migrant actions fall within the constitutional remit of the National Assembly. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, stated that while the
- [ICAN President charges new Oluyole leadership on innovation, professional excellence](https://oyoreporters.com/ican-president-charges-new-oluyole-leadership-on-innovation-professional-excellence/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The President and Chairman of Council of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Hajiya Queensley Sofuratu Seghosime, has called on members of the Oluyole and District Society to support the newly elected executive committee led by Dr. Olawale Samson Dopemu in order to sustain innovation and growth within the district. Seghosime
- [National Prayer Initiative not organised by RCCG, PFN clarifies ](https://oyoreporters.com/national-prayer-initiative-not-organised-by-rccg-pfn-clarifies/) - ...bemoans increasing trend of insults on Christian leaders AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria has dismissed allegations linking a recent nationwide prayer programme to the Redeemed Christian Church of God and its General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, describing the claims as false, misleading and baseless. In a statement issued by the Fellowship's Media
- [Protest erupts in Ibadan over abduction of pupils, teachers in Oyo](https://oyoreporters.com/protest-erupts-in-ibadan-over-abduction-of-pupils-teachers-in-oyo/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Residents and activists under the aegis of the Take-It-Back Movement on Monday staged a protest in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, over the worsening security situation in the state and the continued captivity of abducted pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area. The demonstrators converged on major junctions across the city, calling
- [Oyo 2027: NDC vows to unseat PDP, unveils governorship, legislative candidates](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-2027-ndc-vows-to-unseat-pdp-unveils-governorship-legislative-candidates/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in Oyo State has declared its readiness to dislodge the ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2027 general elections, expressing confidence that the party would emerge victorious across the state. Speaking on Friday during the presentation and ratification of the party’s candidates for elective positions, the Oyo
- [Abduction of 46 in Oyo: NBC Demands Urgent Action on Insecurity in Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/abduction-of-46-in-oyo-nbc-demands-urgent-action-on-insecurity-in-nigeria/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Baptist Convention has condemned the abduction of 46 persons, including a two-year-old toddler, during attacks on communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. In a press statement made available to Oyo Reporters on Thursday, the Convention described the incident as tragic, heartbreaking and unacceptable, calling on government and security
- [PFN demands urgent action on insecurity after holding 3-day national prayer, fasting](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-demands-urgent-action-on-insecurity-after-holding-3-day-national-prayer-fasting/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has expressed deep concern over the worsening state of insecurity across the country, calling on the Federal Government to take immediate and decisive steps to protect lives and restore peace. The National President of PFN, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, addressing journalists on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at
- [PFN condemns killing of abducted Oyo teacher, demands immediate rescue of pupils, staff](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-condemns-killing-of-abducted-oyo-teacher-demands-immediate-rescue-of-pupils-staff/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has strongly condemned the abduction of pupils and teachers as well as the gruesome killing of Mr Michael Oyedokun, a teacher at Community High School, Ahoro-Esinle, in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, describing the incident as a national disgrace and a direct attack on Nigeria’s
- [University Press Plc, others honoured at NIBF’s 25th anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/university-press-plc-others-honoured-at-nibfs-25th-anniversary/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE University Press Plc (UPPlc) has received the Nigerian Book Fair Trust's (NBFT) Golden Legacy Award at the 25th anniversary celebration of the Nigeria International Book Fair (NIBF) for their enduring contributions to literacy, education and the publishing industry in Nigeria. UPPlc earned the award in recognition of its pivotal role in promoting literacy
- [PFN declares 3-day fasting over insecurity, hardship](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-declares-3-day-fasting-over-insecurity-hardship/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria has declared a three-day national fasting and prayer from Friday, May 22 to Sunday, May 24, 2026, over the worsening insecurity, killings and economic hardship in the country. The National President of the fellowship, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, made this known in a statement on Sunday, urging Christians
- [Lagos State bans use of petroleum tankers for edible oil transportation](https://oyoreporters.com/lagos-state-bans-use-of-petroleum-tankers-for-edible-oil-transportation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Lagos State Government has banned the use of petroleum tankers for the transportation and distribution of edible oil as part of efforts to strengthen food safety, hygiene, and regulatory compliance across the state. The restriction is part of a broader regulatory framework introduced through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the
- [Oyo Alaafin Forum lauds Tinubu over Tegbe’s appointment, seeks fair representation](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-alaafin-forum-lauds-tinubu-over-tegbes-appointment-seeks-fair-representation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A socio-cultural group, the Oyo Alaafin Forum, has lauded President Bola Tinubu for appointing Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Nigeria’s new Minister of Power following the resignation of Chief Adebayo Adelabu. The Forum comprises prominent sons and daughters of Oyo town residing in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory. In a statement issued on Thursday,
- [Dangote listed among TIME’s 100 Most Influential People in 2026](https://oyoreporters.com/dangote-listed-among-times-100-most-influential-people-in-2026/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Nigerian industrialist, Aliko Dangote, alongside the President of the United States, Donald Trump, were named among TIME 100 Most Influential People for 2026. This largely underscores their continued impact on global markets, policy and leadership discourse. The list, released on April 15, recognises individuals shaping conversations across business, politics, technology and culture. Dangote
- [Ikoyi-Ile erupts in tension over Soun’s planned town hall meeting](https://oyoreporters.com/ikoyi-ile-erupts-in-tension-over-souns-planned-town-hall-meeting/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Tension gripped Ikoyi-Ile, the headquarters of Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State, on Tuesday as a planned town hall meeting by the Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye turned violent. The unrest reportedly began when an advance team transporting chairs, tables, and canopies for the event was attacked by aggrieved youths in the community.
- [Easter: PFN President urges leaders to prioritise security, welfare](https://oyoreporters.com/easter-pfn-president-urges-leaders-to-prioritise-security-welfare/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has called on Nigerians, particularly those in positions of authority, to prioritise the peace, security and welfare of citizens. Oke made the call in an Easter message issued through the PFN Media Bureau, where he urged leaders across all levels
- [Easter Message from Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/easter-message-from-pentecostal-fellowship-of-nigeria/)
- [Taye Currency demands apology from Agbaletu TV host over alleged defamation](https://oyoreporters.com/taye-currency-demands-apology-from-agbaletu-tv-host-over-alleged-defamation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Taye Currency, a popular Ibadan-based Fuji musician, has demanded a public apology and retraction from media personality, Bamidele Adeyanju, over an allegedly defamatory interview aired on his “Agbaletu” TV show. Currency, through his lawyer, Dr. Olutayo Oyewale, insisted that the apology must be made on the same platform where the interview was aired,
- [Bodija residents seek Olubadan’s support for disaster victims, stable electricity, others](https://oyoreporters.com/bodija-residents-seek-olubadans-support-for-disaster-victims-stable-electricity-others/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Concerned residents of Bodija Estate in Ibadan have appealed to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, to intervene on pressing issues affecting the community, including insecurity, poor electricity supply and post-explosion relief. The call was made by the Bodija Estate Residents’ Association (BERA) during the presentation of the maiden edition of Bodija
- [Rising petrol prices trigger calls for government relief amid US–Iran conflict](https://oyoreporters.com/rising-petrol-prices-trigger-calls-for-government-relief-amid-us-iran-conflict/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Pressure is being mounted on the Federal Government to roll out economic relief measures. This comes as the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran continues to push up global crude oil prices. The development triggered a sharp rise in petrol costs across Nigeria. Stakeholders across the oil and gas industry, the
- [COYYM tells Arewa Youth to cancel planned Lagos protest, demands full crude supply to Dangote Refinery](https://oyoreporters.com/coyym-tells-arewa-youth-to-cancel-planned-lagos-protest-demands-full-crude-supply-to-dangote-refinery/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Coalition of Yoruba Youth Movement (COYYM) has called on the Arewa Youth for Good Leadership to cancel its planned protest scheduled to take place in Lagos on March 19, 2026, urging northern youth groups to instead collaborate with other stakeholders to address Nigeria’s fuel supply challenges. In a statement signed by its
- [God’s Children](https://oyoreporters.com/gods-children/) - KINGSLEY ALUMONA This morning, after Mass, when everyone had left the church, I sat in the confessional, confessing my sins to myself and to God. “God, forgive me,” I wept, “for my baba’s death.” I didn’t cause my baba’s death the way Ayo killed his mother for money ritual. Not the way Linda killed her
- [NAPS Senate lauds Youth Minister, Presidential aide for supporting student leadership](https://oyoreporters.com/naps-senate-lauds-youth-minister-presidential-aide-for-supporting-student-leadership/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Senate of the National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) has commended the Minister of Youth Development, Hon. Ayodele Olawande, and the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Student Engagement, Hon. Sunday Adedayo Asefon, for their continued commitment to promoting student leadership and youth development in Nigeria. In a statement issued by
- [NAPS senate seals deal with SmartPay to boost financial inclusion for poly students](https://oyoreporters.com/naps-senate-seals-deal-with-smartpay-to-boost-financial-inclusion-for-poly-students/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Senate Leadership of the National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) has announced a strategic partnership with SmartPay Finance and Holdings Limited to launch the Paytogeda Initiative, a programme aimed at providing innovative financial solutions and digital empowerment opportunities for polytechnic students across Nigeria. The collaboration, unveiled by the NAPS Senate, is designed
- [Oyo ADC threatens legal action against Ilaka over alleged committee appointment](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-adc-threatens-legal-action-against-ilaka-over-alleged-committee-appointment/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Oyo State has rejected the reported appointment of Chief Bisi Ilaka to the party’s Membership Revalidation, Mobilisation and Registration (MRMR) Committee. The ADC described the claim as fraudulent and threatened legal action in view of the development. Ilaka, a former Chief of Staff to Governor Seyi Makinde,
- [Fusengbuwa Ruling House declares K1 ineligible, says Tinubu, Abiodun not interfering in Awujale succession](https://oyoreporters.com/fusengbuwa-ruling-house-declares-k1-ineligible-says-tinubu-abiodun-not-interfering-in-awujale-succession/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Otunba Abdullateef Abdulaziz Owoyemi, Chairman (Olori Ebi) of the Fusengbuwa Ruling House of Ijebu-Ode in Ogun State, has dismissed allegations of political interference in the Awujale succession process, insisting that neither President Bola Ahmed Tinubu nor Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun is imposing any candidate for the revered stool. Owoyemi spoke during an
- [Oyo: Obidient Diaspora to sponsor 100 free ADC membership registrations at Ibadan General Meeting](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-obidient-diaspora-to-sponsor-100-free-adc-membership-registrations-at-ibadan-general-meeting/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Members of the Obidient Movement in Oyo State are set to hold a general meeting aimed at strengthening the structure and grassroots presence of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) across the state. Organised in collaboration with the Obidient Diaspora and themed, 'Making ADC a household party in Oyo State,' the meeting is scheduled
- [Nigeria’s crisis borders on public safety, not terrorism - Maj. Gen. Williams (retd.)](https://oyoreporters.com/nigerias-crisis-boarders-on-public-safety-not-terrorism-maj-gen-williams-retd/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Major General Ishola Williams (retd.) has faulted the dominant narrative surrounding Nigeria’s security challenges, arguing that the country is grappling with a public safety breakdown rather than terrorism or external aggression. Williams, former Commandant of the Nigerian Army Training and Doctrine Command spoke during an appearance on Frontline, a public affairs programme on
- [UI sets new benchmark as 58 students graduate with first class honors](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-sets-new-benchmark-as-58-students-graduate-with-first-class-honors/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Alumni, student associations and supporters of the University of Ibadan are filled with excitement as information filtered in that a total of 58 students of the Faculty of Law of the university have graduated with First Class honours at the end of the 2024/2025 academic session. Apart from celebrating the feat, the alumni,
- [Isiaka lists infrastructure gaps as reason for Reps' u-turn on real-time elections result transmission](https://oyoreporters.com/isiaka-lists-infrastructure-gaps-as-reason-for-reps-u-turn-on-real-time-elections-result-transmission/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Decision by the National Assembly to drop the mandatory real-time electronic transmission of election results was informed by concerns over Nigeria’s weak digital infrastructure, security vulnerabilities and the risk of voter disenfranchisement, Hon. Gboyega Nasir Isiaka, who is a member of the House of Representatives has said. The politician, who represents Yewa North/Imeko-Afon
- [Amaechi accuses Tinubu of lacking in capacity to lead Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/amaechi-accuses-tinubu-of-lacking-in-capacity-to-lead-nigeria/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi, a former Minister of Transportation, has bemoaned the state of the nation, saying that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a total failure who is lacking in capacity to govern Nigeria. Amaechi spoke during an interview on Frontline, a current affairs programme on Eagle 102.5 FM, Ilese-Ijebu, monitored on Tuesday. He
- [SSASOGA partner Grit & Grace to mentor St Anne’s School students on tools for success](https://oyoreporters.com/ssasoga-partner-grit-grace-to-mentor-st-annes-school-students-on-tools-for-success/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Students of St Anne’s School, Molete, Ibadan, Oyo State were on Friday inspired with renewed confidence and hope as the Seminary Saint Anne’s School Old Girls Association (SSASOGA), in partnership with Grit & Grace Initiative, mentored them on focus, self-belief and resilience as tools for success in life. The programme, aimed at motivating
- [Osun: Adeleke deserves second term in 2026 in view of delivery of campaign promises – Babalola](https://oyoreporters.com/osun-adeleke-deserves-second-term-in-2026-in-view-of-delivery-of-campaign-promises-babalola/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A frontline aspirant for the Ife Federal Constituency, Babatomiwa Babalola, has commended Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, for the execution of road projects in Ife South Local Government Area. Babalola, popularly known as Alatunse, said the ongoing road construction and rehabilitation across the council area showed the administration’s commitment to grassroots development. In
- [SSASOGA national executive inaugurates, targets revival of boarding system](https://oyoreporters.com/ssasoga-national-executive-inaugurates-targets-revival-of-boarding-system/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The newly inaugurated national executive of the Seminary Saint Anne’s School Old Girls Association (SSASOGA) has unveiled plans to revive the boarding house system of St. Anne’s School, Molete, Ibadan, as part of efforts to restore the school’s legacy of academic excellence and character formation. The National President of SSASOGA, Mrs. Olufunmilayo Kehinde,
- [<br>Atiba University VC, Founder urge Nursing inductees to uphold innovation, compassion, integrity](https://oyoreporters.com/atiba-university-founder-urges-nursing-inductees-to-uphold-innovation-compassion-integrity/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Professor Sunday Olawale Okeniyi, Vice-Chancellor of Atiba University, Oyo (AUO), has advised the newly inducted nursing graduates of the institution to embrace innovation responsibly, leveraging knowledge and technology to improve healthcare delivery without losing compassion. Professor Okeniyi gave the advice during the university’s Third Nursing Science Induction and Award Ceremony, where 31 Nursing
- [Satibo Herbal Alcoholic Bitters targets Nigerian market with six-decadeorganic legacy](https://oyoreporters.com/satibo-herbal-alcoholic-bitters-targets-nigerian-market-with-six-decadeorganic-legacy/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A premium wellness product called Satibo Herbal Alcoholic Bitters will, this week, launch across the country. Satibo Herbal, a family-owned Nigerian natural remedy, offers a smooth bitters experience. Prince Adediran P. Ayeni, Chief Executive Officer of Duran Organic Health Limited, said in a statement made available to journalists that the product draws on
- [WellsRadio 89.3 FM marks second anniversary with Family Health Week](https://oyoreporters.com/wellsradio-89-3-fm-marks-second-anniversary-with-family-health-week/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE WellsRadio 89.3 FM, Ibadan, has commenced activities marking its second anniversary with a community-focused initiative aimed at promoting family health and social wellbeing, as the station celebrates two years of purposeful and wholesome broadcasting. The acting General Manager of the radio station, Mr Ayo Emmanuel-Ojo, said the anniversary celebration was deliberately structured as
- [Year 2026 filled with mixed fortunes for Nigeria - Founder of Shafaudeen](https://oyoreporters.com/year-2026-filled-with-mixed-fortunes-for-nigeria-founder-of-shafaudeen/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The year 2026 will usher in mixed socio-economic and political outcomes for Nigeria, Prof. Sabit Ariyo Olagoke, JP, Founder and Spiritual Head of Shafaudeen-In-Islam Worldwide, has stated. According to Prof. Ariyo, the new year is marked by progress in some sectors and setbacks in others. The don spoke in a statement released from
- [Oyo: Borehole Contractors Hub calls for regulation of Water Sector to end quackery](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-borehole-contractors-hub-calls-for-regulation-of-water-sector-to-end-quackery/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Experts under the aegis of the Borehole Contractors Hub (BCH) in Oyo State has urged the federal and state governments to formally recognise, regulate and engage professional borehole contractors in Nigeria’s water development programmes. BCH stated that continued neglect of the sector poses serious risks to public safety, water quality and sustainable access
- [PFN President tells Tinubu to spare no one in fight against insecurity](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-president-tells-tinubu-to-spare-no-one-in-fight-against-insecurity/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intensify the fight against insecurity and ensure that terrorists, bandits and their collaborators face the full weight of the law without exemption. Speaking with journalists in Ibadan on Sunday, Bishop Oke described
- [Joy radiates as Beautiful Temple of God International Ministries feeds hundreds in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/joy-radiates-as-beautiful-temple-of-god-international-ministries-feeds-hundreds-in-ibadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Beautiful Temple of God International Ministries has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to compassion and community service with the successful hosting of its 2025 Christmas Empowerment Outreach, a large-scale feeding and food donation programme held at Lakin Adigun Street, Ajadi area, Ologuneru, Ibadan. The outreach, organised under the leadership of the General
- [LOCOBA Ibadan branch holds Christmas, End-of-Year Party amid calls for unity, service](https://oyoreporters.com/locoba-ibadan-branch-holds-christmas-end-of-year-party-amid-calls-for-unity-service/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Excitement and fellowship filled the air on December 21, 2025, as members of the Loyola College Ibadan Old Boys’ Association (LOCOBA), Ibadan Branch, gathered for their 2025 Christmas and End-of-Year Party in Ibadan. The event brought together distinguished old boys, elders, spouses, children and friends of the association, marking a moment of reflection
- [Applause trails emergence of Akeem Abas as Oyo NUJ Chairman](https://oyoreporters.com/applause-trails-emergence-of-akeem-abas-as-oyo-nuj-chairman/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A wave of commendations has continued to pour in for Mr. Akeem Abas following his emergence as the new chairman of the Oyo State Council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) after a keenly contested election held on Tuesday in Ibadan. Abas, an Editor with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) and
- [Coups in W'Africa driven by broken hopes, Tinubu intervened correctly in Benin Republic saga - Prof. Alabi](https://oyoreporters.com/coups-in-wafrica-driven-by-broken-hopes-tinubu-intervened-correctly-in-benin-republic-saga-prof-alabi/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Prof. Mojeed Alabi, a former federal lawmaker, has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to deploy Nigerian troops to avert the recent coup attempt in the Republic of Benin was fully in line with the provisions of the 1999 Constitution. Prof. Alabi stated this while reacting to criticisms of the President’s action on
- [Olunloyo's daughter describes rumoured 2027 Senate ambition as 'fake, badly intended'](https://oyoreporters.com/olunloyos-daughter-describes-rumoured-2027-senate-ambition-as-fake-badly-intended/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Architect Olufunke Olunloyo, daughter of former Oyo State Governor, Dr. Omololu Olunloyo, has dismissed as false the rumour circulating in traditional and social media that she intends to contest for a Senate seat in the 2027 general elections. The speculation followed her public call for support for Prof. Oluwamuyiwa Favour Ayodele’s presidential ambition
- [St-Anne’s Old Girls list achievements, seek government support at 2025 AGM, project launch](https://oyoreporters.com/st-annes-old-girls-list-achievements-seek-government-support-at-2025-agm-project-launch/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The 2025 Reunion, Annual General Meeting (AGM), and project commissioning of the Seminary-St Anne’s School Old Girls Association (SSASOGA), held at St Anne’s School, Molete, Ibadan, marked another milestone in the association’s sustained effort to enhance the school’s infrastructure and the academic prospects of its students. Reaffirming their commitment to uplifting the school
- [Nigeria currently facing consequences of election results - Prof. Favour Ayodele](https://oyoreporters.com/nigeria-currently-facing-consequences-of-election-results-prof-favour-ayodele/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A former presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Prof. Oluwamuyiwa Favour Ayodele, popularly known as The Carpenter, has declared that Nigeria is presently suffering the consequences of its electoral choices, stressing that the 2027 polls offer citizens an opportunity to redirect the country’s fortunes. Prof. Ayodele made the remarks during a media
- [Alhaji Kunle Junaid well suited for appointment as BCOS General Manager - Prof. Olagoke](https://oyoreporters.com/alhaji-kunle-junaid-well-suited-for-appointment-as-bcos-general-manager-prof-olagoke/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The new General Manager of the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State, (BCOS), Alhaji Kunle Junaid, is well suited for the position, Prof. Sabit Olagoke (JP), has said. Prof. Sabit, Founder and Spiritual Head of Shafaudeen-In-Islam Worldwide, made the declaration in his congratulatory statement to Junaid on his recent appointment to the headship of
- [38 abducted Kwara Church worshippers regain freedom](https://oyoreporters.com/38-abducted-kwara-church-worshippers-regain-freedom/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Thirty-eight worshippers abducted during a recent attack on the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Eruku, in the Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, have regained their freedom. Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, announced their release in a statement issued on Sunday by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye. “After many days of hard
- [SA to President Tinubu, UPPlc urge youth to embrace opportunities during flag-off of Skill-Aid Initiative in Oyo](https://oyoreporters.com/sa-to-president-tinubu-upplc-urge-youth-to-embrace-opportunities-during-flag-off-of-skill-aid-initiative-in-oyo/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government on Friday reiterated its commitment to youth development as the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Youth Initiatives (Monitoring and Delivery), Dr. Titilope Gbadamosi, formally launched the Skill-Aid Initiative, a youth empowerment and skill acquisition programme in printing operations and management. The skill-up training was organised in partnership with
- [Kwara church killings condemnable, Tinubu should demonstrate stronger leadership - PFN](https://oyoreporters.com/kwara-church-killings-condemnable-tinubu-should-demonstrate-stronger-leadership-pfn/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has condemned the recent killings at the Christ Apostolic Church (C.A.C), Oke-Isegun in Eruku, Kwara State, describing the attack as 'gory,' 'heinous,' and an assault on the sanctity of human life. The PFN National President, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, said in a press statement issued by its
- [Majeobaje warns against foreign intervention, urges stronger backing for Tinubu amid escalating insecurity](https://oyoreporters.com/majeobaje-warns-against-foreign-intervention-urges-stronger-backing-for-tinubu-amid-escalating-insecurity/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A civic organisation, the Majeobaje Community Development Initiative, has called on Nigerians to unite behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the country navigates persistent threats of terrorism, worsening insecurity and rising foreign interest in Nigeria’s internal affairs. The group expressed deep concern that the deteriorating security environment, if not addressed decisively from within,
- [Alaafin, Ojebode urge Nigerian leaders to defend sovereignty, celebrate courage during Ogun Pepe Memorial](https://oyoreporters.com/alaafin-ojebode-urge-nigerian-leaders-to-defend-sovereignty-celebrate-courage-during-ogun-pepe-memorial/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has urged the people of Oyo and Nigerians at large to confront the country’s challenges with courage and resilience, stressing that progress and national stability can only be achieved when citizens bravely face prevailing problems. The monarch gave the charge on Saturday in Oyo
- [Stakeholders urge Adecom College graduates to embrace skills, innovation at maiden combined convocation](https://oyoreporters.com/stakeholders-urge-adecom-college-graduates-to-embrace-skills-innovation-at-maiden-combined-convocation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Stakeholders in the education sector have urged graduating students of Adecom College of Business and Management, Egbeda, Ibadan, to prioritise skills, innovation and continuous learning as they step into the next phase of their careers. They gave the charge on Saturday during the institution’s first-ever combined convocation ceremony, which marked a major milestone
- [Varsity don recounts how British Imperialists arm-twisted Alaafin, other Yoruba Obas for trade, political control](https://oyoreporters.com/varsity-don-recounts-how-british-imperialists-arm-twisted-alaafin-other-yoruba-obas-for-trade-political-control/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The British imperial forces used a combination of coercion, deception and manipulative diplomacy to subjugate Yoruba traditional institutions for commercial and political gains between the 17th and early 20th centuries, Prof. Akinkunmi Alao of the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has detailed. Alao, a Professor of Legal History, said the imperialists adopted the
- [Bishop Oke, Selman task graduates on lifelong learning as PCU honours five Christian leaders](https://oyoreporters.com/selman-tasks-graduates-on-lifelong-learning-as-pcu-honours-five-christian-leaders/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Apostle Joshua Selman, founder of Eternity Network International (Koinonia Global), has urged Nigerian graduates to embrace continuous learning to remain relevant in an increasingly technology-driven world, warning that skills acquired only a few years ago are now rapidly becoming obsolete. Selman gave the charge while delivering the convocation lecture titled “Beyond Certificates: Preparing
- [VC lists varsity's success, tasks government to address Nigeria's challenges](https://oyoreporters.com/vc-lists-varsitys-success-tasks-government-to-address-nigerias-challenges/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Prof. Timothy Adejumo, Vice-Chancellor of Precious Cornerstone University (PCU), Ibadan, has urged Nigerian leaders to urgently address the nation’s deepening socioeconomic challenges to stem the rising exodus of young professionals. Prof. Adejumo, at a press conference to unveil activities for the university’s fourth convocation ceremony and seventh Founder’s Day celebration slated for November
- [It's desecrating to blood of massacred Nigerians to call genocide against Christians by any other name -PFN President](https://oyoreporters.com/its-desecrating-to-blood-of-massacred-nigerians-to-call-genocide-against-christians-by-any-other-name-pfn-president/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has insisted that it would be a 'desecration' to the memory of thousands of victims to describe the killings targeting Christian communities in some states in the North as anything other than genocide. During an interview with journalists at the
- [Prof. Alonge lauds DOHAL Foundation, bemoans effects of policy inconsistency on Nigeria’s health system](https://oyoreporters.com/prof-alonge-lauds-dohal-foundation-bemoans-effects-of-policy-inconsistency-on-nigerias-health-system/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Former Chief Medical Director of the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Prof. Temitope Alonge, has lamented the state of Nigeria’s healthcare system, noting that policy inconsistency remains a major obstacle to achieving significant progress in the sector. Alonge, the first Professor of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery at the University of Ibadan, spoke on
- [Kalejaye retains position as Governing Council Chairman, Ogun Polytechnic of Health, Allied Sciences](https://oyoreporters.com/kalejaye-retains-position-as-governing-council-chairman-ogun-polytechnic-of-health-allied-sciences/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State has approved the reappointment of Asiwaju Kunle Kalejaye, (SAN), as Chairman, Governing Council of the Ogun State Polytechnic of Health and Allied Sciences, Ilese-Ijebu. This was announced in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr. Tokunbo Talabi. Asiwaju Kalejaye's reappointment underscores the government’s confidence
- [Sen. Alli lauds Folarin’s statesmanship during birthday](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-lauds-folarins-statesmanship-during-birthday/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli has congratulated Senator Teslim Kolawole Folarin, OFR, former Senate Leader and 2023 governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement personally signed and released to newsmen on Thursday in Ibadan, Alli described Folarin as a quintessential politician, patriotic statesman, and
- [Alli extolls Brimo Yusuf’s virtues at 80](https://oyoreporters.com/alli-extolls-brimo-yusufs-virtues-at-80/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Representative of Oyo South District at the Senate, Sharafadeen Alli, has celebrated former lawmaker, Senator Brimo Yusuf, on the occasion of his 80th birthday. In a congratulatory message personally signed and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan, Alli described Yusuf as a visionary leader and statesman of remarkable integrity. He lauded the
- [Family, aides congratulate Sen. Alli for bagging Ph.D](https://oyoreporters.com/family-aides-congratulate-sen-alli-for-bagging-ph-d/) - Family and aides of Senator Sharafadeen Alli who represents Oyo South at the National Assembly have congratulated him on the completion of his Doctorate Degree (Ph.D) in Leadership and Strategic Studies at the Federal University, Lokoja. They expressed their goodwill in a statement made available to journalists in Ibadan, on Saturday. The family and aides
- [Marketers link petrol price hike with supply constraints, production glitches](https://oyoreporters.com/marketers-link-petrol-price-hike-with-supply-constraints-production-glitches/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Petroleum marketers have attributed the recent surge in petrol prices to supply constraints and production glitches at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, which have intensified pressure in the downstream oil market. The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) stated this through its National Publicity Secretary, Chinedu Ukadike, in an interview. Ukadike disclosed that
- [Ogun receives FAO award for Sustainable Aquatic Food Systems](https://oyoreporters.com/ogun-receives-fao-award-for-sustainable-aquatic-food-systems/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Ogun State has once again earned global recognition in agriculture as the Ijebu Development Initiative on Poverty Reduction (IDIPR) has been selected by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations for Technical Recognition in the area of Sustainable Aquatic Food Systems. The prestigious honor will be officially conferred during the
- [Nigeria’s trade with African countries rises by N610bn in H1 2025](https://oyoreporters.com/nigerias-trade-with-african-countries-rises-by-n610bn-in-h1-2025/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Nigeria’s trade with other African countries surged by N610 billion in the first half of 2025, reaching N4.82 trillion compared to N4.21 trillion recorded in the same period of 2024, according to new data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The figures reflect the resilience of regional commerce amid economic headwinds, although
- [Dangote begins construction of $2.5bn fertiliser plant in Ethiopia](https://oyoreporters.com/dangote-begins-construction-of-2-5bn-fertiliser-plant-in-ethiopia/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has performed the groundbreaking ceremony for a $2.5 billion fertiliser plant in Gode, Ethiopia. The Dangote Group said the project - a partnership between the conglomerate and Ethiopian Investment Holdings - will have an annual production capacity of three million metric tonnes
- [Petrol sells for N865/litre despite Dangote’s logistics-free supply](https://oyoreporters.com/petrol-sells-for-n865-litre-despite-dangotes-logistics-free-supply/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Despite receiving petrol at a reduced ex-depot price of N820 per litre from the Dangote Refinery - with no additional logistics costs - most of the refinery’s marketing partners have yet to lower pump prices at their filling stations. Findings revealed that major partners, including Heyden, AP, MRS and others, continued to sell
- [Teachers are nation builders, torchbearers of knowledge - Sen. Alli ](https://oyoreporters.com/teachers-are-nation-builders-torchbearers-of-knowledge-sen-alli/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Representative of Oyo South District at the National Assembly, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has lauded teachers across Nigeria on the anniversary of the 2025 World Teachers’ Day. The politician described teachers as nation builders and torchbearers of knowledge. In a statement issued by his media office and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan,
- [Sen. Alli tells Nigerians to remain hopeful as country clocks 65](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-tells-nigerians-to-remain-hopeful-as-country-clocks-65/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Representative of Oyo South District at the Senate, Sharafadeen Alli, has congratulated Nigerians on the 65th Independence anniversary. The politician urged the citizens to remain hopeful, patriotic and committed to sustaining the country’s hard-earned unity. Alli described Independence Day as a reminder of the resilience, sacrifices, and collective determination of Nigerians to live
- [FG begins payment of N32,000 pension increment to retirees](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-begins-payment-of-n32000-pension-increment-to-retirees/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD) has commenced the implementation of the recently approved pension increments for retirees under the Defined Benefit Scheme (DBS), with adjustments reflected in the September 2025 payroll cycle. In a statement on Tuesday, PTAD said the package includes a fixed N32,000 increase alongside percentage adjustments of 10.66% and
- [Court stops UBA from disbursing Osun LG allocations](https://oyoreporters.com/court-stops-uba-from-disbursing-osun-lg-allocations/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE An Oyo State High Court has restrained the United Bank for Africa (UBA) from releasing funds from accounts opened in the names of the 30 Local Governments in Osun State by the sacked All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmen and councillors. The interim order, issued on Friday, September 26, 2025, by Justice A.L. Akintola
- [Court stops UBA from disbursing Osun LG allocations](https://oyoreporters.com/court-stops-uba-from-disbursing-osun-lg-allocations-2/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE An Oyo State High Court has restrained the United Bank for Africa (UBA) from releasing funds from accounts opened in the names of the 30 Local Governments in Osun State by the sacked All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmen and councillors. The interim order, issued on Friday, September 26, 2025, by Justice A.L. Akintola
- [Experts warn: Nigeria losing billions to oil theft, wastage](https://oyoreporters.com/experts-warn-nigeria-losing-billions-to-oil-theft-wastage/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Industry experts have warned that Nigeria is losing billions of dollars daily to crude oil theft, vandalism, and wastage, stressing the urgent need for digitalisation of oil production and monitoring systems to protect the economy. In a joint paper presented at a leadership forum in Houston, U.S., petroleum engineer at Nigerian Agip Oil
- [Experts decry effects of dangerous pesticides on food production, exportation](https://oyoreporters.com/experts-decry-effects-of-dangerous-pesticides-on-food-production-exportation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Agricultural stakeholders have expressed deep concern over the growing rejection of Nigerian food exports abroad due to high levels of pesticide residues. The development has not only raised serious health concerns over local consumption of chemically-laden food items but is also dealing a heavy blow to farmers and the national economy. Reports indicate
- [Fuel price hike looms as PENGASSAN begins on nationwide strike](https://oyoreporters.com/fuel-price-hike-looms-as-pengassan-begins-on-nationwide-strike/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Nigerians may face tougher days ahead as the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) begins an indefinite nationwide strike today (Monday). The industrial action, which took effect at 12:01 a.m., is expected to disrupt crude oil and gas supply, with possible ripple effects on fuel distribution and electricity supply
- [SERAP urges Tinubu to disclose appointment process for next INEC Chairman](https://oyoreporters.com/serap-urges-tinubu-to-disclose-appointment-process-for-next-inec-chairman/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to make public the process for selecting the next chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), as the tenure of the current chairman, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, ends in November 2025. In a letter dated September 27 and signed by
- [PENGASSAN begins nationwide strike Monday](https://oyoreporters.com/pengassan-begins-nationwide-strike-monday/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) has directed its members nationwide to embark on a strike following the alleged dismissal of over 800 Nigerian workers by Dangote Refinery. In a circular issued after an emergency National Executive Council (NEC) meeting on Saturday, signed by General Secretary, Lumumba Okugbawa,
- [Ibadan agog as President Tinubu, Sultan, Kwankwaso, Oyinlola, Duke, others grace Ladoja’s coronation as Olubadan](https://oyoreporters.com/ibadan-agog-as-president-tinubu-sultan-kwankwaso-oyinlola-duke-others-grace-ladojas-coronation-as-olubadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, was agog on Friday as dignitaries from across Nigeria converged on the historic Mapo Hall for the coronation of Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu led an array of prominent personalities at the colourful ceremony, including the Sultan of Sokoto,
- [Loyola G85 holds public lecture on drug abuse, inaugurates projects during 40th anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/loyola-g85-holds-public-lecture-on-drug-abuse-inaugurates-projects-during-40th-anniversary/) - IFEOLUWA ABOLUWADE The Loyola College Old Boys Association (LOCOBA), Class of 1985 (Loyola G85), celebrated its 40th anniversary and reunion during the week with a rich blend of advocacy, philanthropy and nostalgia. The three-day programme featured a public lecture delivered by Prof. Jelili Abdul Aziz on drug abuse. It also featured a medical outreach, the
- [Lagos: Demolition of illegal structures begins at Trade Fair Complex](https://oyoreporters.com/lagos-demolition-of-illegal-structures-begins-at-trade-fair-complex/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Lagos State Government on Thursday commenced the demolition of illegal and unsafe structures at the Trade Fair Complex in Ojo as part of efforts to enforce physical planning laws and restore order. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s Senior Special Assistant on New Media, Jubril Gawat, confirmed the exercise in a post on X, noting
- [Igangan: Asigangan hails Sen. Alli over solar power project](https://oyoreporters.com/igangan-asigangan-hails-sen-alli-over-solar-power-project/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Oba Rafiu Ariwoola, Asigangan of Igangan, has commended Senator Sharafadeen Alli from Oyo South District for transforming the community with impactful projects, particularly the newly installed solar power facility at the Federal Science and Technical College, Igangan. The monarch, who led community leaders and parents on a courtesy visit to the senator’s Ibadan
- [Presidential ambition: Atiku promises to protect Yoruba interests](https://oyoreporters.com/presidential-ambition-atiku-promises-to-protect-yoruba-interests/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has assured the Yoruba that their interests would be central to his presidency if elected in 2027. Atiku, who contested the 2023 election under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), dismissed fears that his administration would favour his Fulani kinsmen, stressing that his ties to the South-West run deep.
- [Suspended Kogi Senator Natasha resumes, calls Akpabio 'dictator'](https://oyoreporters.com/suspended-kogi-senator-natasha-resumes-calls-akpabio-dictator-2/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday resumed duties at the National Assembly after months of suspension, describing Senate President Godswill Akpabio as a “dictator.” Her return followed the unsealing of her office in Suite 2.05 of the Senate Wing by Alabi Adedeji, Deputy Director of the National Assembly Sergeant-at-Arms. “The
- [Suspended Kogi Senator Natasha resumes, calls Akpabio 'dictator'](https://oyoreporters.com/suspended-kogi-senator-natasha-resumes-calls-akpabio-dictator/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, on Tuesday resumed duties at the National Assembly after months of suspension, describing Senate President Godswill Akpabio as a “dictator.” Her return followed the unsealing of her office in Suite 2.05 of the Senate Wing by Alabi Adedeji, Deputy Director of the National Assembly Sergeant-at-Arms. “The
- [CBN reduces interest rate to 27%](https://oyoreporters.com/cbn-reduces-interest-rate-to-27/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reduced the country’s benchmark interest rate to 27.00 per cent, marking the first adjustment of 2025. CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, announced the decision on Tuesday during a press briefing at the end of the Committee’s 302nd meeting in Abuja. According
- [University Press Plc returns to profit with N3.4bn revenue ](https://oyoreporters.com/university-press-plc-returns-to-profit-with-n3-4bn-revenue/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE University Press Plc. (UPPlc) has announced a strong financial rebound for the year 2025, posting a revenue of N3.4 billion, representing a 29 per cent year-on-year growth. The company also recorded a profit before tax of N619.7 million, a remarkable turnaround from the N222.2 million loss posted in the previous year. The Chairman
- [Lagos produces 6,500 tonnes of organic waste daily – LAWMA](https://oyoreporters.com/lagos-produces-6500-tonnes-of-organic-waste-daily-lawma/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Managing Director of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has revealed that nearly half of the 13,000 tonnes of waste generated daily in Lagos is organic, amounting to about 6,500 tonnes. Speaking at the unveiling of a new organic waste management initiative in Lagos, Gbadegesin warned that the volume
- [Bulk fuel buyers dump middlemen for direct Dangote supply](https://oyoreporters.com/bulk-fuel-buyers-dump-middlemen-for-direct-dangote-supply/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Bulk fuel buyers and filling stations across the country are bypassing middlemen to take advantage of the Dangote Refinery’s newly introduced free delivery system. The refinery recently launched a direct fuel distribution scheme, which allows petrol to be supplied directly to filling stations, telecom companies, and other bulk users at no extra cost.
- [Ooni meets Ladoja ahead of installation as 44th Olubadan](https://oyoreporters.com/ooni-meets-ladoja-ahead-of-installation-as-44th-olubadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, on Sunday paid a courtesy visit to the Olubadan-designate, Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, at his Bodija residence in Ibadan, Oyo State. The visit comes ahead of Ladoja’s official coronation as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025. He is
- [First Lady, woman of grace, vision - Sen. Alli](https://oyoreporters.com/first-lady-woman-of-grace-vision-sen-alli/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli from Oyo South District has congratulated the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on the occasion of her 65th birthday. In a statement personally signed and made available to newsmen on Sunday in Ibadan, Alli described the First Lady as a woman of grace, vision, and uncommon
- [Osun Judiciary Workers declare strike over unmet demands](https://oyoreporters.com/osun-judiciary-workers-declare-strike-over-unmet-demands/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Judiciary workers in Osun State have embarked on a fresh strike, following directives from the state chapter of the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria (JUSUN). In a statement issued on Friday and signed by the union’s chairman, Idris Adeniran, members were ordered to withdraw their services and stay away from work until further
- [Oduduwa students urge Tinubu to zone INEC Chairmanship to South-West](https://oyoreporters.com/oduduwa-students-urge-tinubu-to-zone-inec-chairmanship-to-south-west/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The National Association of Oduduwa Students (NAOS) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to ensure that the next Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) emerges from the Southwest region. In a statement signed by its National President, Ambassador Olalere Benedict Adetunji, and Public Relations Officer, Ambassador Ajadi Ibrahim J., the
- [NECO rewards best candidates, schools, staff nationwide](https://oyoreporters.com/neco-rewards-best-candidates-schools-staff-nationwide/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The National Examinations Council (NECO) has honoured outstanding candidates, schools, supervisors, and staff at its 2024 Staff Productivity Award ceremony held at the Council’s headquarters in Minna, Niger State. Announcing the awardees, NECO Registrar and Chief Executive Officer, Prof. Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, said the initiative was designed to inspire excellence, discipline, and commitment
- [NBC laments demolition of Ajegunle Baptist High School](https://oyoreporters.com/nbc-laments-demolition-of-ajegunle-baptist-high-school/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Baptist Convention (NBC) has expressed grief over the demolition of Ajegunle Baptist High School, Ibadan, describing the act as a monumental loss to education and the Baptist community. The demolition, which occurred between September 3 and 10, 2025, has drawn widespread outrage, with many stakeholders calling it a deliberate act of
- [Sen. Alli celebrates Bashorun Kola Daisi at 93](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-celebrates-bashorun-kola-daisi-at-93-2/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli from Oyo South District has celebrated elder statesman and renowned industrialist, Bashorun Kola Daisi, on the occasion of his 93rd birthday. In a statement personally signed and released on Wednesday in Ibadan, Alli described the Bashorun of Ibadanland as a rare blessing to Ibadan, Oyo State, and Nigeria at large. The lawmaker
- [Sen. Alli celebrates Bashorun Kola Daisi at 93](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-celebrates-bashorun-kola-daisi-at-93/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli from Oyo South District has celebrated elder statesman and renowned industrialist, Bashorun Kola Daisi, on the occasion of his 93rd birthday. In a statement personally signed and released on Wednesday in Ibadan, Alli described the Bashorun of Ibadanland as a rare blessing to Ibadan, Oyo State, and Nigeria at large. The lawmaker
- [Fubara, Odu, lawmakers return as Tinubu lifts State of Emergency in Rivers](https://oyoreporters.com/fubara-odu-lawmakers-return-as-tinubu-lifts-state-of-emergency-in-rivers/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE President Bola Tinubu has announced the end of the six-month state of emergency imposed on Rivers State, paving the way for Governor Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Ngozi Nma Odu, and members of the State House of Assembly to resume their duties on Thursday, September 18, 2025. In a statement released on Wednesday, the
- [Tinubu returns to Abuja after European vacation](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-returns-to-abuja-after-european-vacation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday returned to Abuja after concluding his annual working vacation in Europe. He arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, where he was received by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule, Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila, and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Wale Edun. The President’s
- [Sowore, X, Meta faces law over Anti-Tinubu post](https://oyoreporters.com/sowore-x-meta-faces-law-over-anti-tinubu-post/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Department of State Services (DSS) has filed a five-count charge against former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, as well as social media giants X Corp and Meta Inc., over online posts deemed critical of President Bola Tinubu. The suit, dated September 16, 2025, was lodged at the Federal High Court in Abuja following
- [Parents face tougher times as private schools introduce fresh demands](https://oyoreporters.com/parents-face-tougher-times-as-private-schools-introduce-fresh-demands/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Parents of pupils in private primary and secondary schools are grappling with fresh financial pressures as schools resume, with many institutions introducing new rules that go beyond increased tuition fees. Apart from higher school fees, several schools now dictate the type of meals pupils should bring for lunch, insisting on structured feeding patterns
- [Why petrol attendants manipulate pumps, extort consumers at filling stations ](https://oyoreporters.com/why-petrol-attendants-manipulate-pumps-extort-consumers-at-filling-stations/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Pump manipulation at filling stations has become rampant across Nigeria, with some petrol attendants and their collaborators cheating unsuspecting consumers. The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), which estimates Nigeria’s daily petrol consumption at 50 million litres, has been accused of failing in its oversight role to monitor filling stations and
- [Beans farmers refute claims of using cement as preservative](https://oyoreporters.com/beans-farmers-refute-claims-of-using-cement-as-preservative/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Cowpea and Beans Farmers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (C&BFPMAN) has dismissed claims circulating on social media that beans are preserved with cement. National President of the association, Mr. Kabir Shuaibu, made this clarification in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Sunday in Lagos. A viral video
- [NIM advocates adoption of emerging technologies for national development](https://oyoreporters.com/nim-advocates-adoption-of-emerging-technologies-for-national-development/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered) has urged the country to embrace emerging technologies as a pathway to sustainable development and global competitiveness. Chairman of Council, Commodore Abimbola Ayuba (rtd), made the call at the opening of the institute’s Annual National Management Conference in Abuja. He stressed that meaningful progress requires breaking away
- [Sen. Alli powers FSTC Igangan with solar energy](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-powers-fstc-igangan-with-solar-energy/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC–Oyo South) has equipped the Federal Science and Technical College (FSTC), Igangan, with high-capacity solar inverters and panels, providing the institution with uninterrupted electricity supply. The senator’s media office disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists on Friday. The project, executed by Casbern Global Services Limited, will power
- [Lagos-Ibadan Expressway: FRSC confirms one dead, nine injured in auto crash](https://oyoreporters.com/lagos-ibadan-expressway-frsc-confirms-one-dead-nine-injured-in-auto-crash/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed the death of one person and injuries to nine others in a road accident at New Garage, inward Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The Public Education Officer of the Corps, Route Commander Oluwadamilola Jayeola, disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Lagos. According to her, the
- [NUPENG accuses Dangote Refinery of sponsoring division among tanker drivers](https://oyoreporters.com/nupeng-accuses-dangote-refinery-of-sponsoring-division-among-tanker-drivers/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) has accused the Dangote Petroleum Refinery of instigating division within its Petroleum Tanker Drivers (PTD) branch, resisting unionisation, and spreading what it described as “falsehoods” to weaken organised labour. In a statement signed by its National President, Williams Akporeha, and General Secretary, Afolabi
- [Hilda Baci launches bid to cook world’s largest pot of jollof rice](https://oyoreporters.com/hilda-baci-launches-bid-to-cook-worlds-largest-pot-of-jollof-rice/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Celebrity chef and Guinness World Record holder, Hilda Baci, on Friday kicked off her attempt to cook the world’s biggest pot of Nigerian jollof rice at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Lagos. Baci, who shot to global fame in 2023 after setting the record for the longest cooking marathon, is hosting the “Gino
- [Peter Obi meets Jonathan in Abuja, discusses state of the nation](https://oyoreporters.com/peter-obi-meets-jonathan-in-abuja-discusses-state-of-the-nation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, on Thursday held a closed-door meeting with former President Goodluck Jonathan in Abuja. Obi announced the visit in a post on his official X handle, describing Jonathan as his “elder brother, statesman, and leader.” He noted that their discussion was fruitful and centered on the
- [FG scraps 5% Telecoms Tax on calls, data services](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-scraps-5-telecoms-tax-on-calls-data-services/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government has revoked the 5 per cent excise duty on telecommunications services, including voice calls and data subscriptions. The National Orientation Agency (NOA) announced the development in a post on its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday, quoting the Executive Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Dr. Aminu
- [Dino Melaye declares PDP dead, buried, controlled by APC](https://oyoreporters.com/dino-melaye-declares-pdp-dead-buried-controlled-by-apc/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Former Kogi West Senator, Dino Melaye, has declared the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) “dead and buried,” alleging that the opposition party is now under the firm grip of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Speaking in an interview on Arise Television, Melaye dismissed any possibility of the PDP’s revival, insisting that the party
- [UniDAIM appoints Prof. Ayodele as Honorary Chancellor](https://oyoreporters.com/unidaim-appoints-prof-ayodele-as-honorary-chancellor/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The University of Digital and AI Management (UniDAIM), United States, has appointed Professor Oluwamuyiwa Favour Ayodele as its Honorary Chancellor. Ayodele, a Professor of Management and Global Leadership, received his appointment letter dated September 2, 2025, and signed by UniDAIM President, Prof. John Anderson. In the letter, Anderson commended Ayodele’s expertise and contributions
- [Nigeria Customs approves duty-free limit for low-value imports](https://oyoreporters.com/nigeria-customs-approves-duty-free-limit-for-low-value-imports/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB) has approved a duty-free threshold for low-value consignments imported through express shipments or passenger baggage. The decision, which takes effect from Monday, September 8, 2025, was reached at the Board’s 63rd regular meeting held on Tuesday, September 2, and chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating
- [CBN indicates lending rates may drop as inflation eases ](https://oyoreporters.com/cbn-indicates-lending-rates-may-drop-as-inflation-eases/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has hinted that lending rates could decline in the coming months as inflation begins to ease, raising hopes for improved access to credit and increased investment inflows. Cardoso gave the assurance on Saturday during a fireside chat at the European Business Chamber
- [Dangote vs NUPENG: Union insists on strike, meets FG today](https://oyoreporters.com/dangote-vs-nupeng-union-insists-on-strike-meets-fg-today/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG) on Sunday reaffirmed its decision to commence a nationwide strike today (Monday), despite last-minute intervention by the Federal Government. NUPENG President, Williams Akporeha, confirmed that government officials had reached out to the union in a bid to avert the industrial action. He, however,
- [Utomi, Falana, Jega, Agbakoba, others join electoral reform drive](https://oyoreporters.com/utomi-falana-jega-agbakoba-others-join-electoral-reform-drive/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The National Consultative Front (NCFront), in partnership with the Labour and Civil Society Front (LCSF), has unveiled plans to convene a major National Dialogue on Electoral Reforms as part of a nationwide campaign to strengthen Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued yesterday, NCFront spokesperson, Mallam Hamisu
- [FG summons Dangote, NUPENG to emergency meeting over planned strike](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-summons-dangote-nupeng-to-emergency-meeting-over-planned-strike/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government has waded into the brewing industrial dispute between the Dangote Group and the Nigeria Union of Petroleum and Natural Gas Workers (NUPENG), summoning both parties to an emergency meeting scheduled for Monday, September 8. The meeting, convened by the Minister of Labour and Employment, is aimed at averting the nationwide
- [Mother rejects N5m compensation after Police kill son in Cross River](https://oyoreporters.com/mother-rejects-n5m-compensation-after-police-kill-son-in-cross-river-2/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Victoria Mba, mother of 22-year-old Moses Mba, has rejected a N5 million offer allegedly presented to her family by representatives of the Cross River State Government following the killing of her son by policemen attached to Governor Bassey Otu’s residence in Calabar. Moses, the family’s first son, was reportedly beaten and shot on
- [Mother rejects N5m compensation after Police kill son in Cross River](https://oyoreporters.com/mother-rejects-n5m-compensation-after-police-kill-son-in-cross-river/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Victoria Mba, mother of 22-year-old Moses Mba, has rejected a N5 million offer allegedly presented to her family by representatives of the Cross River State Government following the killing of her son by policemen attached to Governor Bassey Otu’s residence in Calabar. Moses, the family’s first son, was reportedly beaten and shot on
- [Peter Obi steps back from public engagements on doctor’s advice](https://oyoreporters.com/peter-obi-steps-back-from-public-engagements-on-doctors-advice/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The 2023 Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has announced a temporary break from public activities to attend to his health. In a statement on Friday titled, 'Supporting Healthcare, Building Hope,' the former Anambra State governor explained that his physician advised him to take some rest after feeling unwell during an event
- [NAF airstrikes neutralise over 30 terrorists in Borno](https://oyoreporters.com/naf-airstrikes-neutralise-over-30-terrorists-in-borno/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it has killed more than 30 terrorists in a coordinated operation with ground troops in Borno State. NAF’s Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, disclosed in a statement on Friday that the strikes were carried out on September 5, 2025, at Dar-El-Jamal village
- [Nollywood actor Ibrahim Chatta loses son](https://oyoreporters.com/nollywood-actor-ibrahim-chatta-loses-son/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Popular Nollywood actor, Ibrahim Chatta, has been thrown into mourning following the death of his son. The 54-year-old actor broke the sad news on Saturday via his Instagram page, where he shared a photo of the late boy but did not disclose details surrounding his passing. In an emotional tribute, Chatta wrote, “Inna
- [Foundation empowers over 1,500 youths in Lagos, Kaduna, others](https://oyoreporters.com/foundation-empowers-over-1500-youths-in-lagos-kaduna-others/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The 234 Project Foundation, a youth empowerment non-governmental organisation (NGO), has concluded the 2025 edition of its flagship initiative, the 234 Impact Tour; a week-long series of transformative programmes held across seven states, including Lagos and Kaduna. According to the foundation’s co-founders, Mobolaji Sokunbi and Akin Akinboro, the initiative, which focused on transformation and
- [Family clarifies cause of Peju Ogunmola son's death](https://oyoreporters.com/family-clarifies-cause-of-peju-ogunmola-sons-death/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The family of veteran Nollywood actress, Peju Ogunmola, has debunked claims circulating online that her only son, Ayomikun, died in a bathroom accident in the United Kingdom. News of the young man’s passing had thrown the Nigerian film industry into mourning with several unverified reports on social media alleging he slipped and fell
- [FG hails CBN, diasporans for $600m monthly remittances](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-hails-cbn-diasporans-for-600m-monthly-remittances/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government has commended the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Nigerians in the diaspora for the recent surge in remittances, which have tripled to $600 million monthly in the last two months. Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, attributed the increase to the CBN’s economic
- [Sen. Alli mourns Asiwaju of Igboora, condoles Adepoju, Ibarapa people](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-mourns-asiwaju-of-igboora-condoles-adepoju-ibarapa-people/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli from Oyo South District has expressed profound grief over the passing of Chief (Dr.) Amos Adepoju, the Asiwaju of Igboora land and father of Rep. Anthony Adepoju, describing his demise as a monumental loss to Ibarapa and Oyo State at large. In a condolence message personally signed and made available to newsmen
- [AI to power Nigeria’s $1trn economy target — FG](https://oyoreporters.com/ai-to-power-nigerias-1trn-economy-target-fg/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government says Artificial Intelligence (AI) will play a central role in achieving Nigeria’s $1 trillion economy target by 2030. Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Dr. Bosun Tijani, disclosed this after being named among TIME magazine’s 2025 list of the 100 most influential personalities in AI. Other honourees include Tesla CEO,
- [FG moves to disconnect GenCos over grid stability concerns](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-moves-to-disconnect-gencos-over-grid-stability-concerns/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government has warned electricity generation companies (GenCos) that failure to comply with new regulatory directives could lead to their disconnection from the national grid. Through the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), the government issued an order mandating all GenCos to implement Free Governor Control (FGC) across their generating units as part
- [NIEEE Ibadan Chapter elects new executive council at AGM](https://oyoreporters.com/nieee-ibadan-chapter-elects-new-executive-council-at-agm/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (NIEEE), Ibadan Chapter, has elected a new Executive Council to steer the affairs of the branch for the next two years. The sixth leadership team was ushered in warmly with members commending the outgoing executives. The election, which took place during the Chapter’s Annual General
- [Sen. Alli to Ayefele: Remain strong and resilient in the face of the setback](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-to-ayefele-remain-strong-and-resilient-in-the-face-of-the-setback/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The representative of Oyo South District at the National Assembly, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has expressed sympathy with renowned gospel musician, Dr. Yinka Ayefele, on the fire outbreak that gutted his 'Music House' in Ibadan on Friday night. The condolence message was contained in a statement issued by the senator’s Media Office and made available
- [By-election: Sen. Alli secures victory for party at polling unit](https://oyoreporters.com/by-election-sen-alli-secures-victory-for-party-at-polling-unit/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli from Oyo South District has delivered a win for his party at his polling unit during the Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election held on Saturday. At Polling Unit 022, Ward 3, Oke-Aremo, where the lawmaker cast his vote, the All Progressives Congress (APC) garnered 49 votes, while the Peoples Democratic
- [Oyo: NSCDC deploys 600 officers for Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-nscdc-deploys-600-officers-for-ibadan-north-federal-constituency-by-election/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Oyo State Command, Augustine Padonu, has deployed 600 personnel to ensure security during the upcoming by-election in the Ibadan North Federal Constituency. The deployment was announced by the State Commandant during the August edition of the Monthly Commandant’s Briefing, held on Thursday, August 14, 2025,
- [I’m in pains after being released from prison - Comfort Emmanson](https://oyoreporters.com/im-in-pains-after-being-released-from-prison-comfort-emmanson/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Comfort Emmanson, the Ibom Air passenger recently freed from custody after a highly publicised dispute with the airline, has lamented that she is still in pain from the experience. In a statement shared on Instagram on Wednesday, Emmanson, popularly known online as #soft_commy, thanked her supporters but explained that she needs medical care
- [Senator Alli celebrates Hosea Agboola on birth anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/senator-alli-celebrates-hosea-agboola-on-birth-anniversary/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli from Oyo South has congratulated Senator Hosea Agboola, former Deputy Whip of the Senate and ex-Oyo State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement issued by his Media Office and made available to journalists on Wednesday in Ibadan, Senator Alli hailed
- [Ibom Air saga: Court sets Comfort Emmanson free](https://oyoreporters.com/ibom-air-saga-court-sets-comfort-emmanson-free/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A Magistrate’s Court sitting in Ogba, Lagos State, has discharged Comfort Emmanson, a female passenger who was accused of unruly behaviour and assault aboard an Ibom Air flight recently. Hitherto five-count-charge was brought against Emmanson but she was discharged following police withdrawal of the case. Olanrewaju Salami, presiding Magistrate in the case, on Wednesday,
- [Despite drop in crude cost, marketers increase petrol price](https://oyoreporters.com/despite-drop-in-crude-cost-marketers-increase-petrol-price/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Despite a drop in the cost of crude oil, it has been discovered that filling stations across the country have raised the pump price for petrol to N900 per litre while some sell for higher. Some retail outlets owned by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited raised petrol prices to N900 per litre
- [OYSADA expands N-CARES farm inputs distribution to six Ibadan LGAs](https://oyoreporters.com/oysada-expands-n-cares-farm-inputs-distribution-to-six-ibadan-lgas/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA) has extended its N-CARES agricultural inputs distribution to six local government areas in Ibadan, providing vital support to smallholder farmers in the face of rising input costs. The benefiting LGAs include Ibadan North East, Oluyole, Lagelu, Ibadan North-West, Ibadan South-West, and Akinyele. The programme, part of
- [Senator Alli sponsors WAEC fees, awards scholarships to 56 Oyo students](https://oyoreporters.com/senator-alli-sponsors-waec-fees-awards-scholarships-to-56-oyo-students/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli has paid the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) fees for 48 secondary school students and awarded scholarships to eight undergraduates across Oyo South Senatorial District. The presentation took place on Thursday in Ibadan during the second edition of the Awards and Presentation of Scholarship Programme, organised by the Good Governance
- [FG issues five-day flood alert for 19 states, 76 locations](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-issues-five-day-flood-alert-for-19-states-76-locations/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government has issued a five-day flood alert, warning of imminent heavy rainfall and possible flooding in 19 states across 76 locations from August 5 to 9, 2025. The alert was announced on Tuesday by the National Flood Early Warning Systems Centre under the Federal Ministry of Environment. It urged residents and
- [Confusion as fire destroys goods worth millions of naira in container shop in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/confusion-as-fire-destroys-goods-worth-millions-of-naira-in-container-shop-in-ibadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Panic broke out on Tuesday following a fire outbreak that razed a container shop near the Mobil Filling Station along Ring Road in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The shop, reportedly stocked with goods worth millions of naira, was completely destroyed in the inferno. Fortunately, no casualties were recorded. Eyewitnesses said the fire
- [Sen. Sharafadeen Alli congratulates Ladoja on nomination as 44th Olubadan](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-sharafadeen-alli-congratulates-ladoja-on-nomination-as-44th-olubadan/) - Senator representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly, Sharafadeen Alli, has congratulated former Oyo State Governor, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, on his nomination as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland by the Olubadan-in-Council. In a personally signed statement issued on Tuesday in Ibadan, Senator Alli who also holds the traditional title of Ekarun-Balogun of Ibadanland
- [UI tackling staff housing deficit via partnership with FMBN, TIMIK Engineering](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-tackling-staff-housing-deficit-via-partnership-with-fmbn-timik-engineering/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) and TIMIK Engineering have announced plans to collaborate with the University of Ibadan (UI) in addressing long-standing housing challenges faced by the institution’s staff. This was disclosed during a sensitisation programme held on Monday in Ibadan, where stakeholders discussed the Ajoda Federal Housing Authority Housing Scheme
- [KMCI 1975–80 set supports school, organizes reunion, awards during 45th anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/kmci-1975-80-set-supports-school-organizes-reunion-awards-during-45th-anniversary/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE It was exciting as the 1975–1980 Set of Kiriji Memorial College, Igbajo (KMCI), marked its 45th anniversary with a series of impactful and memorable activities from Wednesday, July 17 to Saturday, July 20, 2025. The four-day celebration brought together old classmates, their spouses, and former teachers in a vibrant reunion filled with health
- [Kingmakers okay Ladoja as 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland](https://oyoreporters.com/kingmakers-okay-ladoja-as-44th-olubadan-of-ibadanland/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Olubadan-in-Council has unanimously nominated former Oyo State Governor and Otun Olubadan, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The decision was reached on Monday during a council meeting held at the Olubadan Palace in Oke Aremo, Ibadan. Notably, Oba Ladoja was absent from the session. Presiding over the meeting, the
- [WAEC announces release of 2025 WASSCE results](https://oyoreporters.com/waec-announces-release-of-2025-wassce-results/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the results of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates. In a statement posted on its official X handle on Monday, the examination body announced that candidates who participated in the 2025 WASSCE can now check their results online.
- [Ahmadu Bello children’s territorial politics](https://oyoreporters.com/ahmadu-bello-childrens-territorial-politics/) - Festus Adedayo There was territorial tension in Nigeria last week. Like in the famous fable where animals gathered in the forest to delineate their individual boundaries, last Tuesday, Northern Nigeria regrouped in Kaduna in aid of its territory. Western Nigeria Awurebe music lord, Late Ibadan, Oyo State-born Dauda Epo Akara, has the patent of a
- [Sen. Alli extols Sadare's virtues during birthday celebration](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-extols-sadares-virtues-during-birthday-celebration/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC–Oyo South) has extended warm felicitations to Alhaji Wasiu Olawale Sadare, the Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, as he marks his birthday anniversary. In a statement issued by his Media Office on Saturday in Ibadan, Senator Alli described Sadare as a steadfast party loyalist
- [Gov. Makinde tasks corps members to uphold integrity](https://oyoreporters.com/gov-makinde-tasks-corps-members-to-uphold-integrity/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, has called on members of the 2025 Batch B Stream 1 of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to approach their service year with a strong sense of duty, patriotism, and integrity, saying their actions will reflect not only their personal values but also their role in
- [Sen. Sharafadeen Alli rejoices with Adeseun, Aderibigbe on birth anniversaries](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-sharafadeen-alli-rejoices-with-adeseun-aderibigbe-on-birth-anniversaries/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Senator representing Oyo South District in at the National Assembly, Sharafadeen Alli, has felicitated with Senator Ayoade Adeseun and Asiwaju Yemi Aderibigbe, describing them as distinguished sons of Oyo State and steadfast pillars of progressive politics. In a statement personally signed by the senator and issued to journalists on Friday in Ibadan,
- [Nurses suspend warning strike after talks with FG](https://oyoreporters.com/nurses-suspend-warning-strike-after-talks-with-fg/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) has suspended its nationwide warning strike following a meeting with federal government officials in Abuja. Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, made the announcement on Friday, shortly after a closed-door session with leaders of the association. He said the decision to
- [All Saints’ College marks 24th Graduation Ceremony in grand style](https://oyoreporters.com/all-saints-college-marks-24th-graduation-ceremony-in-grand-style/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE It was a memorable and spiritually uplifting occasion on Friday as All Saints’ College, Isokan Community, Ibadan, held its 24th graduation ceremony at the Olu Akinkugbe Hall. The event brought together students, parents, school management, board members and well-wishers in celebration of academic milestones and the transition of another set of students into
- [FEC approves N145bn solar electrification projects for varsities, teaching hospital](https://oyoreporters.com/fec-approves-n145bn-solar-electrification-projects-for-varsities-teaching-hospital/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved two major electrification projects valued at N145 billion, aimed at boosting access to clean and renewable energy in Nigeria’s educational and agricultural sectors. The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, announced the approval on Thursday after the FEC meeting held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. He
- [FG tells health workers to call off strike](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-tells-health-workers-to-call-off-strike/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government has appealed to striking health workers, particularly nurses, to suspend their industrial action, assuring that all contentious issues can be amicably resolved through dialogue. Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, made this known on Wednesday while briefing State House correspondents after the Federal Executive Council
- [IMF raises Nigeria’s 2025 economic growth forecast to 3.4%](https://oyoreporters.com/imf-raises-nigerias-2025-economic-growth-forecast-to-3-4/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised Nigeria’s economic growth projection upward, forecasting a 3.4% growth rate for 2025 in its July 2025 edition of the World Economic Outlook (WEO). The IMF also raised its forecast for 2026 to 3.2%, up by 0.5 percentage points from the 2.7% projected in April. The revised
- [NNPC dismisses plans to sell Port Harcourt Refinery](https://oyoreporters.com/nnpc-dismisses-plans-to-sell-port-harcourt-refinery/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has ruled out the sale of the Port Harcourt Refining Company, putting an end to recent speculations about the future of the state-owned facility. Group Chief Executive Officer of NNPC Ltd, Bayo Ojulari, made the clarification during a company-wide town hall meeting held at the
- [NYSC issues safety advisory to Corps members ahead of Oloolu Festival in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/nysc-issues-safety-advisory-to-corps-members-ahead-of-oloolu-festival-in-ibadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Oyo State has issued a safety advisory to Corps members serving in Ibadan ahead of the 2025 Oloolu Festival, a traditional Egungun celebration scheduled to take place from Monday, July 28 to Thursday, July 31. In a statement released by the Head of the Information and
- [Senate initiates move to activate agricultural colleges, climate-smart innovation](https://oyoreporters.com/senate-initiates-move-to-activate-agricultural-colleges-climate-smart-innovation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Senate has launched a strategic initiative to reform agricultural colleges and institutions nationwide, aligning them with global standards and climate-resilient practices. This was announced during a high-level stakeholder meeting held at the National Assembly in Abuja, convened by the Senate Committee on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions, chaired by Senator Sharafadeen Abiodun
- [POCACOV rallies Lagos youths for anti-crime awareness walk](https://oyoreporters.com/pocacov-rallies-lagos-youths-for-anti-crime-awareness-walk/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE As part of ongoing efforts to steer young Nigerians away from criminal activities, the Southwest zone of the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV) is set to hold a major anti-crime road walk across Lagos on Thursday, July 31. Tagged "Unity Movement Against All Crimes in Southwest States," the sensitisation walk aims to
- [Dabiri-Erewa slams Kemi Badenoch over false claims on Nigerian citizenship](https://oyoreporters.com/dabiri-erewa-slams-kemi-badenoch-over-false-claims-on-nigerian-citizenship/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called out British Conservative politician of Nigerian descent, Kemi Badenoch, over what she described as misleading and untrue remarks about Nigeria’s citizenship laws. Badenoch, who currently serves as the UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade, had in a
- [PFN decries continued killings in Jos, others](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-decries-continued-killings-in-jos-others/) - .Tasks politicians to shun politicizing insecurity AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has condemned the recent killings of 14 persons, including women and children, in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State, describing the attack as a horrific reflection of Nigeria’s deepening insecurity. The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Francis
- [14 killed in Plateau ambush as community leaders decry rising violence](https://oyoreporters.com/14-killed-in-plateau-ambush-as-community-leaders-decry-rising-violence/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE At least 14 people, including women and children, were killed on Thursday evening in an ambush near Chirang village in Mangor District, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. The victims were reportedly returning from the weekly market in Bokkos town when their vehicle was attacked by suspected armed herders, identified by community
- [Police rescue 38 Cameroonians trapped in Ogun building](https://oyoreporters.com/police-rescue-38-cameroonians-trapped-in-ogun-building/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have rescued 38 Cameroonian nationals who were discovered locked up in a building in Mowe, a community in the Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of the state. The victims — comprising 22 men and 16 women — were allegedly lured into Nigeria under false pretences by
- [NYSC urges stronger ties with Corps employers for improved engagement, welfare ](https://oyoreporters.com/nysc-urges-stronger-ties-with-corps-employers-for-improved-engagement-welfare/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The State Director of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Oyo, Mr. Kayode Ola Peters, has called for sustained dialogue and collaboration between the scheme and corps employers to enhance the effective deployment, welfare, and productive engagement of Corps members across sectors. Peters made the call on Wednesday during the opening ceremony
- [PFN celebrates Pastor Femi Emmanuel’s service, patriotism at 70](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-celebrates-pastor-femi-emmanuels-service-patriotism-at-70/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has congratulated Pastor Femi Emmanuel on the occasion of his 70th birthday, describing him as a devoted servant of God, a patriotic Nigerian, and an outstanding mobilizer. Pastor Emmanuel serves as the National Director of the PFN’s Directorate of Politics
- [Fire Service attributes Ibadan industrial facility inferno to machine explosion](https://oyoreporters.com/fire-service-attributes-ibadan-industrial-facility-inferno-to-machine-explosion/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Oyo State Fire Service has attributed a recent fire outbreak at an industrial facility in Ibadan to an explosion from a running machine. The incident, which occurred on Sunday at Shril-Balaj Industrial Limited in the Olopomeji area of the city, destroyed property worth millions of naira. Preliminary investigations revealed that the blaze
- [NCAA to airlines: Enforce $10,000 currency declaration procedures for inbound passengers](https://oyoreporters.com/ncaa-to-airlines-enforce-10000-currency-declaration-procedures-for-inbound-passengers/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has issued a stern warning to international airlines operating in the country over their failure to enforce mandatory currency declaration procedures for inbound passengers. In a directive dated April 24, 2025, the NCAA stressed that many airlines have not complied with the requirement for passengers entering Nigeria
- [Nigerians spent over $29.29bn on foreign healthcare during Buhari administration ](https://oyoreporters.com/nigerians-spent-over-29-29bn-on-foreign-healthcare-during-buhari-administration/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Nigerians expended at least $29.29 billion on medical care abroad during the eight-year tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari, a media investigation has revealed. This figure, sourced from the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) quarterly statistical bulletins, represents cumulative foreign exchange outflows under the category of “Health-Related and Social Services” between June 2015
- [Naira closes at ₦1,532.34/$ despite CBN interventions](https://oyoreporters.com/naira-closes-at-₦1532-34-despite-cbn-interventions/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The naira ended the past week on a weaker note, depreciating by 0.14 per cent week-on-week to close at ₦1,532.34/$ at the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), despite sustained intervention by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Although the local currency opened the week on a strong footing—rising to a four-month high of
- [CAC processes over 11,000 transactions daily using AI](https://oyoreporters.com/cac-processes-over-11000-transactions-daily-using-ai/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced that its newly launched Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered business registration portal is now handling over 11,000 transactions daily. In a statement shared on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the Commission acknowledged ongoing technical challenges—particularly those flagged by legal professionals—related to identity verification and payment processing. It
- [Senator Alli celebrates Aare Musulumi on birth anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/senator-alli-celebrates-aare-musulumi-on-birth-anniversary/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South Senatorial District, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland, Edo, and Delta States, Alhaji Daud Akinola, on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement personally signed by him, Senator Alli described Alhaji Akinola as a beacon of faith, peace, and generosity, praising his
- [APC ready to deliver good governance in Osun if returned in 2026 — Oyintiloye](https://oyoreporters.com/apc-ready-to-deliver-good-governance-in-osun-if-returned-in-2026-oyintiloye/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has assured that the people of the state will not regret returning the party to power in the 2026 governorship election, citing an existing governance blueprint designed to meet public expectations. Oyintiloye gave the assurance during a consultation visit by
- [Tinubu arrives in Ogun for Awujale’s eighth-day prayer](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-arrives-in-ogun-for-awujales-eighth-day-prayer/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Ogun State ahead of the eighth-day prayer in honour of the late Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona. He was received on Sunday at the Gateway International Airport, Iperu, by Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, the Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum and Governor of Kwara
- [Stakeholders renew call for creation of Igbomina State, back Constitutional Reforms](https://oyoreporters.com/stakeholders-renew-call-for-creation-of-igbomina-state-back-constitutional-reforms/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Traditional rulers, scholars, and representatives from Osun and Kwara States have renewed their call for the creation of Igbomina State, stressing that it would address longstanding marginalisation and cultural exclusion of the Igbomina people. The demand was made on Friday during a session with the House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review, led
- [Dualisation of Ila Orangun township road to begin soon](https://oyoreporters.com/dualisation-of-ila-orangun-township-road-to-begin-soon/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The dualisation of the Ila Orangun township road, along with the second phase of the Osogbo–Ikirun–Ila Odo (Kwara State boundary) highway project, would be flagged off soon, Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State, has indicated. This was revealed in a statement issued over the weekend by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed. Governor Adeleke
- [Murdered AAUA students: NANS seeks justice, urges improved security on campus ](https://oyoreporters.com/murdered-aaua-students-nans-seeks-justice-urges-improved-security-on-campus/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has strongly condemned the brutal killing of two undergraduates of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), in Ondo State, demanding swift and comprehensive justice for the victims. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by its National Public Relations Officer, Adeyemi Ajasa, NANS described the incident
- [Sen. Alli felicitates Oba Owoade at 50](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-felicitates-oba-owoade-at-50/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South Senatorial District, has congratulated His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, the Alaafin of Oyo, on the occasion of his 50th birthday. In a statement released by his media office on Friday in Ibadan, Senator Alli described the monarch as a beacon of royalty, wisdom, and cultural
- [Atiku resigns from PDP, backs coalition ahead of 2027 polls](https://oyoreporters.com/atiku-resigns-from-pdp-backs-coalition-ahead-of-2027-polls/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has officially resigned from the party, marking the end of a decades-long association with Nigeria’s leading opposition platform. In a letter dated Monday, July 14, 2025, and addressed to the chairman of PDP’s Jada 1 Ward in
- [President Tinubu approves renaming University of Maiduguri after Buhari](https://oyoreporters.com/president-tinubu-approves-renaming-university-of-maiduguri-after-buhari/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE President Bola Tinubu has approved the renaming of the University of Maiduguri in Borno State to Muhammadu Buhari University in honour of the late former President. The announcement was made on Thursday during a special Federal Executive Council (FEC) session held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, to honour Buhari, who died on Sunday,
- [Court clears Fayose of ₦6.9bn money laundering charges](https://oyoreporters.com/court-clears-fayose-of-₦6-9bn-money-laundering-charges/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal High Court in Lagos has cleared former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, of all charges bordering on alleged money laundering and theft involving ₦6.9 billion. Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke upheld a no-case submission filed by Fayose, ruling that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) failed to establish a prima facie case
- [Marketers protest as Dangote moves to crash cooking gas price](https://oyoreporters.com/marketers-protest-as-dangote-moves-to-crash-cooking-gas-price/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Plans by Africa’s richest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, to crash the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), popularly known as cooking gas, have sparked concerns among industry marketers who fear a looming monopoly. Dangote, President of the Dangote Group, recently announced his intention to slash the retail price of cooking gas, warning that
- [Adeleke describes Aregbesola's tenure in Osun as worst](https://oyoreporters.com/adeleke-describes-aregbesolas-tenure-in-osun-as-worst/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has launched a blistering attack on his predecessor, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, branding his eight-year rule as the worst in the history of the state. Adeleke’s condemnation followed comments made by Aregbesola during a meeting with supporters of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Osogbo on Sunday, where the
- [Experts urge UN to protect nutritional role of milk and meat in anti-trans-fat drive](https://oyoreporters.com/experts-urge-un-to-protect-nutritional-role-of-milk-and-meat-in-anti-trans-fat-drive/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE More than 115 global experts in agriculture, nutrition and food policy have warned that a proposed United Nations declaration to eliminate trans-fatty acids from global diets could inadvertently harm the health and nutrition of the world’s poorest people. In an open letter to UN negotiators, the experts called for a clear distinction between
- [Marketers demand transparency in proposed refinery sale, eye lower fuel prices](https://oyoreporters.com/marketers-demand-transparency-in-proposed-refinery-sale-eye-lower-fuel-prices/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Oil marketers and industry stakeholders have welcomed the potential sale of Nigeria’s underperforming refineries, urging the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) to ensure transparency, accountability, and stakeholder engagement in the process. The call comes amid growing concerns over the inefficiency of the Port Harcourt, Warri, and Kaduna refineries, which have consumed trillions
- [NCF plants 184,000 trees in 2024, targets 25% forest cover by 2047](https://oyoreporters.com/ncf-plants-184000-trees-in-2024-targets-25-forest-cover-by-2047/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Conservation Foundation (NCF) says it planted 184,000 trees across various ecosystems in 2024 as part of its drive to restore Nigeria’s forest cover to 25 per cent by the year 2047. This was disclosed during a special dialogue session held alongside the Foundation’s 36th Annual General Meeting, where environmental stakeholders gathered
- [IDIPR sets new benchmark for grassroots development, empowers thousands in Ijebuland](https://oyoreporters.com/idipr-sets-new-benchmark-for-grassroots-development-empowers-thousands-in-ijebuland/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ijebu Development Initiative on Poverty Reduction (IDIPR) is being widely praised as a model for community-driven development, following the release of its latest performance report at its 25th Annual General Meeting in Ijebu-Ode. At the heart of IDIPR’s success is a sustained grassroots approach that has empowered over 19,000 individuals, injected billions
- [Panic as Air Peace aircraft skids off runway in Port Harcourt](https://oyoreporters.com/panic-as-air-peace-aircraft-skids-off-runway-in-port-harcourt/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Passengers onboard an Air Peace flight from Lagos to Port Harcourt were thrown into panic on Sunday morning after the aircraft veered off the runway while landing at the Port Harcourt International Airport. The airline, in a statement by its spokesperson, Osifo-Whiskey Efe, confirmed the incident, stating that Flight P47190 “had a runway
- [Anglican Church prohibits partisan speeches by politicians during services](https://oyoreporters.com/anglican-church-prohibits-partisan-speeches-by-politicians-during-services/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, has issued new guidelines restricting political speeches by politicians and government officials during church services and programmes, in a bid to safeguard the sanctity and neutrality of Christian worship. The directive was announced by the Primate of the Church, Most Revd Henry Ndukuba, during the recent Episcopal
- [Tragedy in Lagos as woman falls into 170-foot well,dies](https://oyoreporters.com/tragedy-in-lagos-as-woman-falls-into-170-foot-welldies/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A woman has died after falling into a 170-foot well at a construction site in the Ijegun area of Lagos. Her remains were recovered by operatives of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service following a prolonged multi-agency operation that lasted several days. The incident occurred on June 30 at a building site
- [Tech-driven FoodBank launches in Ibadan to tackle food insecurity](https://oyoreporters.com/tech-driven-foodbank-launches-in-ibadan-to-tackle-food-insecurity/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A new digital platform, FoodBank, has officially launched in Ibadan, aiming to address food insecurity and inflation through a tech-enabled e-commerce model. Developed by Sovereign Technology and Innovation Ltd, the platform allows users to order essential food items via a mobile app with doorstep delivery—targeting low- and middle-income earners, busy professionals, and households struggling
- [Late Olubadan deserves celebration, not mourning — Asiwaju Atunluse](https://oyoreporters.com/late-olubadan-deserves-celebration-not-mourning-asiwaju-atunluse/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The demise of the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Ige Olakulehin I, has been described as a monumental loss to Ibadan, given his legacy of fearlessness, fairness and justice. In a condolence message personally signed and made available to journalists in Ibadan, the Asiwaju Atunluse of Ibadanland, Chief Ademola Aremu, said
- [Dangote Refinery reduces petrol price to N820 per litre](https://oyoreporters.com/dangote-refinery-reduces-petrol-price-to-n820-per-litre/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced another reduction in the price of petrol, bringing it down from N840 to N820 per litre. This marks a cumulative reduction of N60 within a week, following an earlier cut from N880 to N840 per litre — representing a 6.82% drop in total. Speaking on the development,
- [Bishop Wale Oke pays tribute to late Olubadan](https://oyoreporters.com/bishop-wale-oke-pays-tribute-to-late-olubadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has joined a growing list of prominent voices mourning the passing of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin. In a tribute that echoed both reverence and sorrow, Bishop Wale Oke described the late monarch as a beacon of
- [Senator Alli laments Olubadan’s passing](https://oyoreporters.com/senator-alli-laments-olubadans-passing/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South Senatorial District, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Owolabi Olakunlehin, Ige Olakunlehin I. In a personally signed statement made available to journalists on Monday in Ibadan, Senator Alli, who also holds the traditional title of Ekarun Balogun of Ibadanland,
- [Olubadan of Ibadan passes on at 90](https://oyoreporters.com/olubadan-of-ibadan-passes-on-at-90/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has joined his ancestors at the age of 90. It was gathered that the revered monarch passed away in the early hours of Monday, July 7, 2025—exactly one year after he ascended the throne of his forefathers. Born on July 5, 1935, Oba Olakulehin’s death came
- [How Aransiola and I survived a near-fatal accident on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway many years ago – Bishop Wale Oke](https://oyoreporters.com/how-aransiola-and-i-survived-a-near-fatal-accident-on-lagos-ibadan-expressway-many-years-ago-bishop-wale-oke/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has recounted how he and his long-time friend, Rev’d (Dr) Moses Aransiola, miraculously survived a near-fatal accident along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway decades ago. Bishop Oke shared the testimony during a special thanksgiving service held to celebrate the 70th birthday of Rev’d
- [PFN President urges Christians to mark Global Day of Gospel Outreach with evangelism](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-president-urges-christians-to-mark-global-day-of-gospel-outreach-with-evangelism/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Bishop Francis Wale Oke, President Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, (PFN) has urged Christians across the country to seize the occasion of the Global Day of Gospel Outreach to embark on massive evangelism across the landscape. The clergyman, who doubles as the Presiding Bishop of the Sword of The Spirit Ministries, (SOTSM) stated that the
- [Your reign is peaceful, impactful and a great blessing to Ibadanland – Sen. Alli celebrates Olubadan at 90](https://oyoreporters.com/your-reign-is-peaceful-impactful-and-a-great-blessing-to-ibadanland-sen-alli-celebrates-olubadan-at-90/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South Senatorial District at the National Assembly, has congratulated Oba Owolabi Olakunlehin, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, on the occasion of his 90th birthday and first coronation anniversary. In a statement issued on Saturday in Ibadan, Senator Alli, who is the Ekarun Balogun of Ibadanland, described the monarch’s reign
- [Senator Alli rejoices with Ex-NCC Chairman Adeolu Akande at 60](https://oyoreporters.com/senator-alli-rejoices-with-ex-ncc-chairman-adeolu-akande-at-60/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District, Sharafadeen Alli, has congratulated former Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Professor Adeolu Akande, on the occasion of his 60th birthday. In a statement issued by his Media Office and made available to journalists in Ibadan on Thursday, Senator Alli described Akande—a notable chieftain of
- [Undertake national assignment with patriotism and commitment - NYSC DG to Corps Members in Oyo](https://oyoreporters.com/undertake-national-assignment-with-patriotism-and-commitment-nysc-dg-to-corps-members-in-oyo/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Brigadier General O.O. Nafiu, Director General, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has urged Corps members in Oyo State to undertake their national assignment with patriotism and commitment, stressing that the future and survival of Nigeria depend on their dedication. Brig. Gen. Nafiu spoke during a working visit to the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp
- [High Court dismisses case challenging right of Nigerian Baptist Convention](https://oyoreporters.com/high-court-dismisses-case-challenging-right-of-nigerian-baptist-convention/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE An Oyo State High Court has dismissed a suit filed by Rev. Emmanuel Oyewole Oyekan and four others challenging the authority of the Nigerian Baptist Convention and its President, Rev. Dr. Israel Adelani Akanji. Justice O.A. Adetujoye, sitting at Court 11 of the High Court Complex, Ring Road, Ibadan, ruled on Thursday, June
- [President Tinubu, end killings in Benue and other parts of Nigeria - PFN President](https://oyoreporters.com/president-tinubu-end-killings-in-benue-and-other-parts-of-nigeria-pfn-president/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been advised to take a decisive action as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces by ending the persistent killings and kidnappings in Benue, Plateau and other parts of the country. The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) made the call in a statement issued on Tuesday by its President, Bishop
- [Fulfill your electoral promise and fix our road, communities urge Governor Makinde](https://oyoreporters.com/fulfill-your-electoral-promise-and-fix-our-road-communities-urge-governor-makinde/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Residents and community leaders of Orisunmibare/Ita Faaji in Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State have renewed their appeal to Governor Seyi Makinde to urgently rehabilitate the only access road linking their community, which has become increasingly impassable due to recent heavy rainfall. The road, which connects the area to the Wire and
- [New NYSC Coordinator in Oyo assumes office as Odoba bows out](https://oyoreporters.com/new-nysc-coordinator-in-oyo-assumes-office-as-odoba-bows-out/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Oyo State, has witnessed a change in leadership as Mr. Kayode Ola Peters officially assumed duty as the new State Coordinator, succeeding Comrade Odoba Abel Oche, whose tenure has come to an end. At a brief handover ceremony held at the NYSC Secretariat in Ibadan, Comrade Odoba
- [Makinde flags off NYSC Orientation, tasks corps members on patriotism](https://oyoreporters.com/makinde-flags-off-nysc-orientation-tasks-corps-members-on-patriotism/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared open the 2025 Batch ‘A’ Stream II orientation of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), advising corps members to approach their service year with discipline, dedication and patriotic zeal. The ceremony, which took place at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Ogbakuta, Iseyin, was attended
- [Vehicle owners, drivers to pay higher prices for new number plates, licenses](https://oyoreporters.com/vehicle-owners-drivers-to-pay-higher-prices-for-new-number-plates-licenses/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Effective Sunday, June 8, 2025, vehicle owners and drivers will begin to pay new prices for number plates and licenses. This follows a review done by the Federal Government through the Joint Tax Board citing the current production costs and updates to security features on the items. The board is quoted to have
- [Actress Abiola Adebayo speaks on separation with her husband  ](https://oyoreporters.com/actress-abiola-adebayo-speaks-on-separation-with-her-husband/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Nollywood actress Abiola Adebayo has officially confirmed her separation from husband Oluwaseyi Akinrinde, revealing that the couple parted ways over a year ago. The actress disclosed this in an emotional Instagram post on Tuesday, stating that they are now focused on co-parenting their son. “Happy birthday to my ex-husband and baby daddy,” Adebayo
- [Ondo Assembly Deputy Speaker, Majority Leader resign](https://oyoreporters.com/ondo-assembly-deputy-speaker-majority-leader-resign/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Deputy Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Abayomi Akinruntan, and the Majority Leader, Oluwole Ogunmolasuyi, have stepped down from their respective leadership positions. Akinruntan, who represents Ilaje Constituency 1, and Ogunmolasuyi, representing Owo Constituency 1, are both members of the All Progressives Congress (APC). Their resignations were formally announced during
- [Man falls from 26-storey Cocoa House in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/man-falls-from-26-storey-cocoa-house-in-ibadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Panic gripped the business community in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Monday morning after an unidentified man reportedly fell from one of the upper floors of the iconic 26-storey Cocoa House. Eyewitnesses described the moment as shocking and surreal. “At first, I thought it was a large bird falling from the sky,” said one
- [IGP harps on Preventive Policing as POCACOV marks Children’s Day in Lagos](https://oyoreporters.com/igp-harps-on-preventive-policing-as-pocacov-marks-childrens-day-in-lagos/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The 2025 Children’s Day celebration organized in Lagos by the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV) is leaving a long lasting impact on the minds of a vast majority of children with a vibrant celebration themed “Every Right, Every Child.” Held on May 31, 2025, at the Police College Grounds, Ikeja,
- [POCACOV Special Children’s Day Celebration holds in Lagos Saturday](https://oyoreporters.com/pocacov-special-childrens-day-celebration-holds-in-lagos-saturday/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE As part of activities marking the 2025 Children’s Day, the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), an initiative of the Inspector General of Police, will host a special event in Lagos to celebrate the rights, potential and aspirations of Nigerian children. The event, themed “For Every Child, Every Right,” is scheduled to take
- [SSASOGA marks 2025 International Children’s Day with Saint Anne’s Students in grand style](https://oyoreporters.com/ssasoga-marks-2025-international-childrens-day-with-saint-annes-students-in-grand-style/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The 2025 International Children’s Day was celebrated in memorable fashion at Saint Anne’s School, Molete, Ibadan, Oyo State as members of the Seminary-St Anne’s School Old Girls Association (SSASOGA) hosted students to a day of fun, inspiration and mentorship on Tuesday, May 27. The school compound came alive with excitement as students, dressed
- [POCACOV asks children to shun vices, focus on building bright future](https://oyoreporters.com/pocacov-asks-children-to-shun-vices-focus-on-building-bright-future/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV) has called on children across the country to steer clear of criminal activities and immoral behaviour, encouraging them instead to remain focused on building a promising future. The organization emphasized the importance of self-belief and purposeful living, urging young people to avoid cultism, drug
- [NDPHC raises alarm over N600bn debt, 2,000MW stranded power](https://oyoreporters.com/ndphc-raises-alarm-over-n600bn-debt-2000mw-stranded-power/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) has raised concerns over a mounting electricity debt of nearly N600 billion, which it says is severely hampering its operations. According to the company, the debt—owed by the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc (NBET) and other bilateral entities—alongside poor offtake from the electricity market, is weighing
- [NYSC in Oyo lauds stakeholders as Scheme marks 52nd anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/nysc-in-oyo-lauds-stakeholders-as-scheme-marks-52nd-anniversary/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Oyo State chapter, has celebrated the Scheme’s 52nd anniversary with a series of commemorative activities, including a symbolic road walk and an inspection of ongoing projects at the Permanent Orientation Camp in Iseyin. Leading the celebrations was the State Coordinator, Comrade Odoba Abel Oche, who joined NYSC staff
- [FG approves establishment of Chinese electric vehicle factories in Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-approves-establishment-of-chinese-electric-vehicle-factories-in-nigeria/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government has granted approval for Chinese companies to establish electric vehicle (EV) factories in Nigeria, marking a major step towards deepening industrial cooperation between both nations. This development was disclosed by the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Yu Dunhai, during a courtesy visit to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele
- [DAPPMAN explains why members shun NNPCL refineries for petrol supply](https://oyoreporters.com/dappman-explains-why-members-shun-nnpcl-refineries-for-petrol-supply/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria (DAPPMAN) has revealed that its members currently rely solely on the Dangote Petroleum Refinery for Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) supply, as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s (NNPCL) refineries are not yet producing the fuel at optimal levels. DAPPMAN’s Executive Secretary, Olufemi Adewole, made
- [CBN reduces Federal Government loans by over N4trillion](https://oyoreporters.com/cbn-reduces-federal-government-loans-by-over-n4trillion/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has reduced its net loans and receivables by N4.145 trillion in 2024, largely due to a sharp reduction in overdraft financing to the Federal Government and adjustments across other loan categories. According to the apex bank’s audited financial statements, net loans and receivables at the bank level
- [PFN reaffirms unity, strategic vision, call to action for national development](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-reaffirms-unity-strategic-vision-call-to-action-for-national-development/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has concluded its 2025 special retreat in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, with a renewed commitment to national transformation through prayer, unity, and strategic engagement with governance. Held over four days, the retreat marked the first under the second term of PFN President, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, and
- [As PFN Special Annual Retreat 2025 ends in Uyo, Fellowship urges FG to act beyond rhetorics](https://oyoreporters.com/as-pfn-special-annual-retreat-2025-ends-in-uyo-fellowship-urges-fg-to-act-beyond-rhetorics/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has called on President Bola Tinubu to demonstrate greater commitment to the implementation of his administration’s policies, rather than relying on lofty rhetoric and promises. Speaking with journalists after the retreat, PFN National Secretary, Bishop David Bakare, stressed the importance of divine intervention, while also underscoring the
- [PFN laments hardship in Nigeria, prays for God's intervention at Akwa Ibom 2025 Retreat](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-laments-hardship-in-nigeria-prays-for-gods-intervention-at-akwa-ibom-2025-retreat/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has expressed deep concern over the prevailing economic and social challenges in the country, calling for urgent divine intervention. Speaking during the PFN National Executive Retreat tagged Uyo 2025, currently holding in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, the National President of the Fellowship, Bishop Francis Wale
- [How to check 2025 UTME results](https://oyoreporters.com/how-to-check-2025-utme-results/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially released the results of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). According to a statistical breakdown provided by JAMB on Monday, over 1.5 million out of the 1,955,069 candidates who sat for the examination scored below 200. Only 420,415 candidates managed to score above
- [Baptist Convention to President Tinubu: Convene security summit with ex-Presidents, security chiefs](https://oyoreporters.com/baptist-convention-to-president-tinubu-convene-security-summit-with-ex-presidents-security-chiefs/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Baptist Convention has called on President Bola Tinubu to urgently convene a national security conference involving all former Presidents and Heads of State, with the aim of developing an effective security blueprint to address the worsening security challenges in the land. Rev. Dr. Israel Akanji, President of the Convention, made the
- [Varsity don shares pathways to academic excellence at PCU’s 7th matriculation ceremony](https://oyoreporters.com/varsity-don-shares-pathways-to-academic-excellence-at-pcus-7th-matriculation-ceremony/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A Senior Lecturer in the Department of European Studies, University of Ibadan, Dr. Eyiwumi Bolutito Olayinka, has emphasized the importance of time management and purposeful living as key ingredients for academic success. Delivering a lecture at the 7th Matriculation Ceremony of Precious Cornerstone University (PCU), Ibadan, on Thursday, April 24, Dr. Olayinka—wife of
- [As Commander-in-Chief, President Tinubu must stop the killings in Benue, others – PFN](https://oyoreporters.com/as-commander-in-chief-president-tinubu-must-stop-the-killings-in-benue-others-pfn/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to fully assume his constitutional role as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces by taking decisive action against bandits and terrorists responsible for the ongoing bloodshed across the country. The Christian body described the incessant attacks and loss of hundreds
- [PFN commiserates with global Catholic Church over Pope’s death](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-president-commiserates-with-global-catholic-church-over-popes-death/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Bishop Francis Wale Oke, President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the Pope Francis, describing the late pontiff as a “global symbol of peace, unity and unwavering faith.” In a solemn statement issued on Monday, Bishop Oke extended the condolences of the entire Pentecostal community
- [Easter: PFN President tasks Nigerians to embrace hope amid national hardships ](https://oyoreporters.com/easter-pfn-president-tasks-nigerians-to-embrace-hope-amid-national-hardships/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE As Christians across Nigeria join the global community in celebrating Easter, the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has called on citizens to look to Jesus Christ for hope and strength in the face of the country’s current challenges. In a heartfelt Easter message, PFN President, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, emphasized the power of
- [Itasa Community shuts down mining operations over security threats, environmental concerns](https://oyoreporters.com/6172-2/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Residents of Itasa in the Iwajowa Local Government Area of Oyo State have demanded the immediate withdrawal of a mining company, Architype Industries Nigeria Limited, from their land, citing insecurity and environmental degradation allegedly caused by the company’s operations. Community leaders claim that the company is operating illegally without a valid Environmental Impact
- [NPF appoints ACP Olabisi Okuwobi as inaugural Chairperson of Police Frisbee Association](https://oyoreporters.com/npf-appoints-acp-olabisi-okuwobi-as-inaugural-chairperson-of-police-frisbee-association/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigeria Police Force has named Assistant Commissioner of Police Olabisi Okuwobi, who also serves as the National Coordinator of the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices (POCACOV), as the first-ever chairperson of the newly established Nigeria Police Frisbee (Flying Disc) Association. Her appointment was confirmed in a letter signed by the
- [FG boosts grid stability with 700MW – Power Minister](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-boosts-grid-stability-with-700mw-power-minister/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government says it has significantly improved the stability of Nigeria’s power grid, following the addition of 700 megawatts in transmission capacity. Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, made this known during a meeting with the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Gautier Mignot, in Abuja over the weekend. According to a statement
- [JAMB releases codes to check 2025 Mock UTME results](https://oyoreporters.com/jamb-releases-codes-to-check-2025-mock-utme-results/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of the 2025 Mock Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) conducted on Thursday, April 10. In a statement issued on Sunday, JAMB spokesperson Fabian Benjamin announced that candidates can check their results by sending “MOCKRESULT” via SMS to 55019 or 66019 using the
- [There was a country: Celebrating Asiwaju Falope @ 80!](https://oyoreporters.com/there-was-a-country-celebrating-asiwaju-falope-80/) - OLADELE OGUNSOLA About the headline: I consider this an auspicious opportunity to reflect and acknowledge a robust relationship of over five decades. While reflecting on the life of the subject, Asiwaju Samson Olugbenga Falope, I found it difficult to ignore the society, nay the Nigeria of his time and how it enabled him to manifest
- [Senator Sharafadeen Alli hails Olunloyo as an intellectual giant](https://oyoreporters.com/senator-sharafadeen-alli-hails-olunloyo-as-an-intellectual-giant/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli representing Oyo South at the National Assembly has mourned the passing of Dr. Omololu Olunloyo, a former governor of Oyo State, describing his death as the close of a remarkable chapter in Nigeria’s history of intellectual and public service excellence. In a statement issued on Sunday in Ibadan by his Special Adviser
- [PFN President urges Federal Government to punish perpetrators of Edo killings, others](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-president-urges-federal-government-to-punish-perpetrators-of-edo-killings-others/) - .Calls for creation of State Police AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Bishop Francis Wale Oke, President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), has strongly condemned the recent killings in Edo State and other parts of the country, urging the Federal Government to ensure that all perpetrators face justice. The tragic incident in Uromi, Edo State, where 16
- [Ex-Oyo Governor Ajimobi’s daughter, Bisola Kola-Daisi, dies at 42](https://oyoreporters.com/ex-oyo-governor-ajimobis-daughter-bisola-kola-daisi-dies-at-42/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Bisola Ajimobi Kola-Daisi, the eldest daughter of the late former governor of Oyo State, Abiola Ajimobi, has passed away. Bisola, who was married to Kolapo Kola-Daisi, reportedly died in the early hours of Thursday in the United Kingdom at the age of 42. Until her passing, she served as the Special Adviser to
- [Ajayi Crowther Alumni expands global footprint, launches new branches in UK, US, Canada](https://oyoreporters.com/ajayi-crowther-alumni-expands-global-footprint-launches-new-branches-in-uk-us-canada/) - ...Unveils Website to Support Alumni with Loan Access AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ajayi Crowther University (ACU) Alumni Association has extended its reach across the globe, inaugurating new branches in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Additionally, fresh chapters have been launched in Abuja, Lagos, and Ibadan, further strengthening the association’s presence in Nigeria. This
- [Prof. Dapo Asaju becomes Pro Chancellor of Precious Cornerstone University Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/prof-dapo-asaju-becomes-pro-chancellor-of-precious-cornerstone-university-ibadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Precious Cornerstone University (PCU), Ibadan, has inaugurated a new Governing Council, with renowned academic and former Vice Chancellor of Ajayi Crowther University, Prof. Dapo Asaju, appointed as its Chairman. The inauguration ceremony, held at the university's Senate Chamber in Garden of Victory, Ibadan, on Saturday, 22nd March, 2025, marked the institution’s second Governing
- [PCU: Bishop Wale Oke calls for greater commitment to development at Prof. Asaju-led Governing Council inauguration](https://oyoreporters.com/bishop-wale-oke-calls-for-greater-commitment-to-development-at-pcu-governing-council-inauguration/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Chancellor of Precious Cornerstone University (PCU), Ibadan, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has reaffirmed his dedication to elevating the institution’s standing among Nigerian universities. Speaking at the inauguration of the university’s second Governing Council on Saturday at the Senate Chamber, Olaogun, Ibadan, Bishop Oke, who also serves as President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of
- [Reminiscences as Olori Olufunmilayo remembered husband, Oba Lekan Balogun a year after](https://oyoreporters.com/reminiscences-as-olori-olufunmilayo-remembered-husband-oba-lekan-balogun-a-year-after/) - Oladele Ogunsola How time flies! And a year has just gone bye that humanity lost one of its finest, the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Sen. Mohood Olalekan Ishola Balogun, CFR, Alli Okunmade II. Though, just like yesterday, but the truth is that it was exactly a year last Friday, 14th
- [Reminiscences as Olori Olufunmilayo remembered husband, Oba Lekan Balogun a year after](https://oyoreporters.com/reminiscences-as-olori-olufunmilayo-remembered-husband-oba-lekan-balogun-a-year-after-2/) - Oladele Ogunsola How time flies! And a year has just gone bye that humanity lost one of its finest, the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Dr. Sen. Mohood Olalekan Ishola Balogun, CFR, Alli Okunmade II. Though, just like yesterday, but the truth is that it was exactly a year last Friday, 14th
- [Senator Alli commiserates with victims of Aleshinloye Market fire](https://oyoreporters.com/senator-alli-commiserates-with-victims-of-aleshinloye-market-fire/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli from Oyo South District has extended heartfelt sympathy to traders and business owners affected by the devastating fire that engulfed Aleshinloye Market on Tuesday night, destroying over 100 shops and goods worth millions of naira. In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available
- [Newcastle City Council honours Prof. Akinlabi, late Dr. Ighodaro, alongside other Inspirational Women](https://oyoreporters.com/newcastle-city-council-honours-prof-akinlabi-late-dr-ighodaro-alongside-other-inspirational-women/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE In celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, Newcastle City Council, United Kingdom has recognized two distinguished African women—Prof. Esther Titilayo Akinlabi from Nigeria and the late Dr. Irene Ighodaro from Sierra Leone—alongside other remarkable women in Newcastle for their outstanding achievements in various fields. The council compiled a publication featuring nearly 150 women
- [Dangote boasts of over 500 million litres petrol reservation as fuel scarcity looms in Lagos, other states](https://oyoreporters.com/dangote-boasts-of-over-500-million-litres-petrol-reservation-as-fuel-scarcity-looms-in-lagos-other-states/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Business mogul, Aliko Dangote, has expressed the assurance that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery currently has over 500 million litres of petrol in its reservoir. The President of the Dangote Group also revealed that the refinery now produces enough fuel for local consumption and export. He made the disclosure during a tour of the
- [Ilobanafor urges government to prioritize indigenous languages for national dev.](https://oyoreporters.com/ilobanafor-urges-government-to-prioritize-indigenous-languages-for-national-dev/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of CEOAFRICA, Prince Cletus Ilobanafor, has called on the Nigerian government to adopt comprehensive language policies that prioritize indigenous languages as a catalyst for national development. Ilobanafor made this appeal during the 4th Edition of the African Languages Week (ALW) 2025, where he highlighted the importance
- [EMR Revolution: OHEALTH bringing UCH Private Suites to patients’ doorsteps](https://oyoreporters.com/emr-revolution-ohealth-bringing-uch-private-suites-to-patients-doorsteps/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Accurate record-keeping is fundamental to any human endeavor, and in healthcare, it plays a critical role in ensuring efficient service delivery but in Nigeria, accessing accurate medical records has long been a challenge. In a bid to tackle the issue, Online Health Company (OHEALTH) launched its Electronic Medical Record (EMR) platform last year,
- [Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide Celebrates Prof. Adebanji Akintoye at 90](https://oyoreporters.com/ilana-omo-oodua-worldwide-celebrates-prof-adebanji-akintoye-at-90/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide, a leading Yoruba self-determination group, has honored its founder and leader, Prof. Emeritus Stephen Adebanji Akintoye, on his 90th birthday, lauding his lifelong dedication to the Yoruba cause. Prof. Akintoye, a distinguished historian, prolific writer, and former senator, has been a central figure in the struggle for the realization
- [Oyo: Victims of Bodija explosion losing confidence in promised support from govt.](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-victims-of-bodija-explosion-losing-confidence-in-promised-support-from-govt/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE More than a year after the devastating explosion on Dejo Oyelese Street, Bodija Estate, Ibadan, affected residents are still waiting for the promised support from the Oyo State Government, with no clear timeline for its fulfillment. Many victims lost their homes when explosives detonated in a chain reaction on Tuesday, January 16, 2024,
- [Bisi Oladele heads South West online publishers exco](https://oyoreporters.com/bisi-oladele-heads-south-west-online-publishers-exco/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Bisi Oladele, former Bureau Chief of the The Nation newspaper, has been elected as Chairman of the South West Guild of Online Publishers (SWEGOP). Oladele succeeded Olayinka Agboola as the chairman of the association following an election of the body held on Thursday at the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ) Press Centre, Iyaganku, Ibadan.
- [PFN re-elects Bishop Francis Wale Oke as National President for second term](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-re-elects-bishop-francis-wale-oke-as-national-president-for-second-term/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE His Eminence, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has secured a second term as the National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), reaffirming his leadership of the influential Christian organization. With this re-election, Bishop Oke will continue to steer the affairs of the PFN, a body that represents millions of Pentecostal Christians across
- [PFN at 40: Adeboye, Oyedepo, Kumuyi, others to minister in Abuja](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-at-40-adeboye-oyedepo-kumuyi-others-to-minister-in-abuja/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Top Pentecostal leaders in Nigeria, including Enoch Adeboye, David Oyedepo and William Kumuyi, will gather in Abuja this week to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN). The three-day event, scheduled for February 12 to 14, will hold at the Glory Dome of Dunamis International Gospel Centre (DIGC), Abuja. This was
- [Let Nigeria map out tourism spots, create enabling environment – Damola Are](https://oyoreporters.com/let-nigeria-map-out-tourism-spots-create-enabling-environment-damola-are/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre, Mr. Damola Are, has emphasized the need for governments at all levels in Nigeria to map out tourism spots and create enabling environment for the economic prosperity of the country. Are, who lamented that what could have been the country's gold mine over and
- [Let stakeholders make concerted efforts to map out Nigeria’s tourism spots and create an enabling environment – Damola Are, Chairman of Kakanfo Inn & Conference Centre](https://oyoreporters.com/let-stakeholders-make-concerted-efforts-to-map-out-nigerias-tourism-spots-and-create-an-enabling-environment-damola-are-chairman-of-kakanfo-inn-conference-centre/) - In this interview, Mr. Damola Are, Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre, speaks with AKINWALE ABOLUWADE of Oyo Reporters Online about the secrets of his company’s success amid stiff competition and the diverse issues affecting tourism in Nigeria. How would you describe the experience at Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre over the
- [Bishop Adelakun predicts brighter days for Nigerians in 2025 as Global Miracle Crusade holds February 2–5](https://oyoreporters.com/bishop-adelakun-predicts-brighter-days-for-nigerians-in-2025-as-global-miracle-crusade-holds-february-2-5/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Presiding Bishop of Victory International Church, Bishop Taiwo Adelakun, has assured Nigerians that 2025 will bring unexpected divine interventions that will ease the current economic hardship in the country. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday ahead of the 2025 Global Miracle Crusade, scheduled to take place from February 2 to 5
- [Chancellor urges old students to support alma mater as Gov. Makinde inaugurates PCU female hostel](https://oyoreporters.com/chancellor-urges-old-students-to-support-alma-mater-as-gov-makinde-inaugurates-pcu-female-hostel/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Chancellor of Precious Cornerstone University (PCU), Ibadan, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has called on alumni of various institutions to give back to their alma mater as a gesture of gratitude for the values and knowledge they gained during their education. Bishop Oke, who also serves as the President of the Pentecostal Fellowship
- [PFN stakeholder denounces smear campaign against body's President](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-stakeholder-denounces-smear-campaign-against-bodys-president/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A key stakeholder of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria has strongly condemned recent attempts to undermine the leadership of its (PFN) President, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, labeling the efforts as baseless and driven by selfish political motives. The PFN stakeholder, Dr. Emmah Gospel Isong, expressed outrage over the negative media campaign allegedly aimed
- [Sen. Alli commiserates with Gov. Makinde on brother’s death](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-commiserates-with-gov-makinde-on-brothers-death/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly has expressed his heartfelt condolences to Governor Seyi Makinde and the entire Makinde family on the passing of Mr. Sunday Makinde, who died at the age of 65. The condolence message was conveyed in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem
- [Alaafin: Senator Alli salutes Prince Owoade’s emergence as divine](https://oyoreporters.com/alaafin-senator-alli-salutes-prince-owoades-emergence-as-divine/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly has congratulated Prince Akeem Abimbola Owoade on his emergence as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo, describing his selection as divinely ordained. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to journalists in Ibadan on Monday,
- [Biseni community praises Igwe-Icho, Faith Pavilion, USA for sponsoring free medical outreach](https://oyoreporters.com/biseni-community-praises-igwe-icho-faith-pavilion-usa-for-sponsoring-free-medical-outreach/) - Akinwale Aboluwade Residents of Biseni clan in Bayelsa State have applauded the efforts of Dr. Nannette Ariaye Igwe-Icho and the Faith Pavilion, Texas, USA over the three-day medical outreach recently held in the community. The medical outreach, according to the people, has brought much-needed healthcare relief to residents who were hitherto . They explained that
- [Governor Makinde hands staff of office over to Alaafin -elect](https://oyoreporters.com/governor-makinde-hands-staff-of-office-over-to-alaafin-elect/) - Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, today Monday, January 13, 2025, officially presented staff and certificate of appointment to Prince Akeem Abimbola Owoade as the 46th Alaafin-elect. The process marks the formal ascension of the new monarch to the throne of the Alaafin of Oyo. The official ceremony was held at the Oyo State Government House,
- [Southern monarchs urge FG to tackle food insecurity, economic hardship](https://oyoreporters.com/southern-monarchs-urge-fg-to-tackle-food-insecurity-economic-hardship/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Traditional rulers from Southern Nigeria have called on the Federal Government to urgently address rising food insecurity and worsening economic hardship across the country. The monarchs expressed concern over recent tragic stampedes that occurred during the distribution of food palliatives in several states, describing the incidents as a stark reflection of the growing
- [Travellers stranded as transport fares soar despite drop in petrol price](https://oyoreporters.com/travellers-stranded-as-transport-fares-soar-despite-drop-in-petrol-price/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Many Nigerians returning to their destinations after the Christmas and New Year celebrations were stranded on Sunday due to a shortage of commercial vehicles and a spike in transport fares. Despite a recent reduction in petrol prices, several travellers lamented the refusal of transport operators to lower fares, describing the situation as unfair.
- [Tankers begin loading of PMS from P’Harcourt refinery this week ](https://oyoreporters.com/tankers-begin-loading-of-pms-from-pharcourt-refinery-this-week/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Marketers and retailers of petroleum products will start lifting Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) from the Port Harcourt Refining Company this week. The Publicity Secretary of the Petroleum Products Retail Outlet Owners Association of Nigeria, Joseph Obele, disclosed this in an exclusive interview. According to Obele, since the refinery commenced operations in November, it
- [PFN declares 40-day prayer, fasting and praise for Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-declares-40-day-prayer-fasting-and-praise-for-nigeria/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has declared a 40-day period of prayer, fasting and praise for Nigeria from Monday, January 6 to Friday, February 14, 2025. The move comes as the nation grapples with social, economic, and political challenges, with PFN calling on Nigerians to seek divine intervention for the country’s transformation.
- [PFN declares 40 days prayer, fasting and praise for Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-declares-40-days-prayer-fasting-and-praise-for-nigeria/) - The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has declared a 40-day of prayer, fasting and praise for Nigeria starting on Monday 6th of January to end of 14th February, 2025.
- [Young author, panelists challenge youths on capacity building for Nigeria’s development](https://oyoreporters.com/young-author-panelists-challenge-youths-on-capacity-building-for-nigerias-development/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Nigerian youths have been urged to prioritize capacity building to assume leadership roles and contribute to the country’s quest for good governance and economic growth. This call was made on Friday at the official launch of Rising Together: Essays on the Nigerian Struggle and Our Path to Growth, a book by public analyst
- [Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide sympathizes with Prof. Banji Akintoye over wife's death](https://oyoreporters.com/ilana-omo-oodua-worldwide-sympathizes-with-prof-banji-akintoye-over-wifes-death/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide, the umbrella body of Yoruba self-determination groups, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Mrs. Julia Olubusola Akintoye, wife of its leader, Professor Adebanji Stephen Akintoye. The group described her death as a devastating loss that is difficult to bear. In a statement dated Thursday, December 26, 2024,
- [IBEDC urges safety, energy responsibility during Christmas](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-urges-safety-energy-responsibility-during-christmas/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE In a statement, IBEDC’s Managing Director, Engr. Francis Agoha, reflected on the essence of Christmas as a celebration of sacrificial love, urging Nigerians to emulate this virtue in their daily lives. The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc has extended warm Christmas greetings to Christians, its valued customers and all Nigerians, emphasizing the
- [PFN commiserates with Tinubu, Makinde, Soludo, calls for an end to current hardship](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-commiserates-with-tinubu-makinde-soludo-calls-for-an-end-to-current-hardship/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has extended heartfelt condolences to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, and Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo, following the tragic stampedes that recently claimed lives in Abuja, Ibadan and Okija. The stampedes occurred during palliative distribution
- [Makinde signs N684bn 2025 budget, aims for 80% implementation](https://oyoreporters.com/makinde-signs-n684bn-2025-budget-aims-for-80-implementation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has announced that his administration has raised the state’s budget performance from 30-35per cent under previous administrations to over 70per cent. The governor attributed the success to engaging a broad range of stakeholders in the budget process and prioritizing the state's interests. Makinde made the statement on Monday,
- [Multitude rejoices at The Beautiful Temple of God's end-of-year Miracle and Healing Service](https://oyoreporters.com/multitude-rejoices-at-the-beautiful-temple-of-gods-end-of-year-miracle-and-healing-service/) - Children, teenagers, adults receive food gifts AKINWALE ABOLUWADE It was a vibrant atmosphere of worship, faith and divine encounters during the 2024 Christmas Outreach organized by The Beautiful Temple of God International Ministry. The event, held on Thursday, December 19, at the church premises in Ajadi, Ologuneru via Eleyele, Ibadan, Oyo State, drew a large
- [NSCDC boosts security in Oyo with 2,550 personnel during Xmas](https://oyoreporters.com/nscdc-boosts-security-in-oyo-with-2550-personnel-during-xmas/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Oyo State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has deployed 2,550 personnel to ensure safety and security during the 2024 Yuletide season. The deployment, approved by the State Commandant of the Corps, Augustine Padonu, will run from Friday, December 20, 2024, to January 8, 2025, focusing on maintaining
- [Private universities are misunderstood on number of First Class turnout  — Lead City University VC](https://oyoreporters.com/private-universities-are-misunderstood-on-number-of-first-class-turnout-lead-city-university-vc/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Vice-Chancellor of Lead City University, Ibadan, Professor Kabiru Aderemi Adeyemo, has expressed concerns over growing scrutiny regarding the number of first-class graduates produced by private universities in Nigeria. Speaking in his capacity as Chairman of the Committee of Vice-Chancellors and Registrars of Private Universities in Nigeria, Prof. Adeyemo noted that such perceptions
- [KOOOF slams Portable for disparaging late Alaafin in video targeting Queen Dammy](https://oyoreporters.com/kooof-slams-portable-for-disparaging-late-alaafin-in-video-targeting-queen-dammy/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Kaaro Oojiire Omo Oodua Foundation (KOOOF) has condemned a recent video by Nigerian singer, Okikiola Badmus, popularly known as Portable, accusing him of making defamatory and disrespectful statements about Queen Dammy, a former wife of the late Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III. In a statement signed by its chairman,
- [Acting NYSC Director to corps members: Embrace work ethics during service year](https://oyoreporters.com/acting-nysc-director-to-corps-members-embrace-work-ethics-during-service-year/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The acting Director, National Youth Service Corps, General Services, Mrs. Yetunde Abimbola Baderinwa, has advised Corps Members to prioritize learning and adopt work ethics during their National Service year to enhance productivity and foster teamwork. She encouraged them to use this period as an opportunity for self-reflection and personal development. Mrs. Baderinwa gave
- [Senator Alli mourns Sheikh Muhyideen Bello's death](https://oyoreporters.com/senator-alli-mourns-sheikh-muhyideen-bellos-death/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli representing Oyo South in the National Assembly has expressed profound sorrow over the death of the esteemed Islamic preacher, Sheikh Muhyideen Ajani Bello. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to journalists on Friday in Ibadan, Senator Alli described Sheikh Bello’s demise as a
- [Expert calls for strict adherence to standards to prevent building collapse in Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/expert-calls-for-strict-adherence-to-standards-to-prevent-building-collapse-in-nigeria/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Strict adherence to standards by key players in Nigeria’s construction sector is essential to curbing the persistent cases of building collapse and related structural failures, experts have emphasized. Dr. Wasiu Ajagbe, a guest lecturer at the second induction ceremony and public lecture of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Lead City University, Ibadan,
- [Senator Alli launches cash empowerment scheme for women in Oyo South](https://oyoreporters.com/senator-alli-launches-cash-empowerment-scheme-for-women-in-oyo-south/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has launched a cash grant initiative to alleviate poverty and enhance the economic well-being of women in his constituency, starting with hundreds of beneficiaries in Ibadan North Local Government Area. The initiative, detailed in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, will extend to other local government
- [MD, CEOAFRICA to attend ALWCC workshop at African Union headquarters](https://oyoreporters.com/md-ceoafrica-to-attend-alwcc-workshop-at-african-union-headquarters/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Prince Cletus Ilobanafor, Managing Director of CEOAFRICA, a leading online media organization in Africa, is set to participate in the upcoming African Languages Week Coordination Committee (ALWCC) workshop at the African Union (AU) headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Prince Ilobanafor, a dedicated member of the ALWCC, has been at the forefront of efforts
- [Ajayi Crowther University Alumni donate Sienna Bus to Alma Mater](https://oyoreporters.com/ajayi-crowther-university-alumni-donate-sienna-bus-to-alma-mater/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Alumni Association of Ajayi Crowther University (ACU), Oyo State, has made a significant contribution to its alma mater by donating a Sienna bus worth millions of naira. A statement E-signed by Busoye Ogunlade, National President, ACU Alumni and Yemisi Peters, National Secretary, ACU Alumni on November 29, 2024, read that the bus
- [IBEDC continues crackdown against energy theft, partners with SIPETO](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-continues-crackdown-against-energy-theft-partners-with-sipeto/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc. has escalated its campaign against energy theft within its network by partnering with the Special Investigation and Prosecution Task Force on Electricity Offences (SIPETO). This collaboration aims to identify, investigate and prosecute individuals involved in illegal activities such as meter bypass and tampering. In a statement,
- [Experts emphasize research as a catalyst for African development at First PAU International Conference](https://oyoreporters.com/experts-emphasize-research-as-a-catalyst-for-african-development-at-first-pau-international-conference/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Some prominent academics across Africa have highlighted the pivotal role of research as a vital tool for driving development across various sectors in Africa. While speaking at the inaugural Pan African University (PAU) International Conference on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at the University of Ibadan, the experts stressed the need to prioritize research
- [SSASOGA executives render 2024 performance report, strategize for Saint Anne's School advancement](https://oyoreporters.com/ssasoga-executives-render-2024-performance-report-strategize-for-saint-annes-school-advancement/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The National Executive Council of the Seminary-St Anne’s School Old Girls Association (SSASOGA), its branch leaders and house captains presented their 2024 performance report during the association’s Annual General Meeting and reunion party held at the SSASOGA House in Saint Anne’s School, Molete, Ibadan, on Saturday, November 16. The gathering was marked by
- [SSASOGA: Old Girls relive school memories at Museum Opening](https://oyoreporters.com/ssasoga-old-girls-relive-school-memories-at-museum-opening/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Friday, November 15, 2024, was a momentous day for members of the Seminary-St Anne's School Old Girls Association (SSASOGA) and the students of Saint Anne's School, Molete, Ibadan, Oyo State, as they celebrated the official opening of the school's Archives and Museum. The museum, an initiative spearheaded by Lady Similola Onabanjo, the first
- [NIEEE urges Engineering students to embrace professionalism during mentoring session](https://oyoreporters.com/nieee-urges-engineering-students-to-embrace-professionalism-during-mentoring-session/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Engineering students, particularly those in Electrical and Electronics disciplines, have been urged to adopt the principles and ethics of their profession to ensure a fulfilling career and contribute positively to societal development. This call was made on Friday during the annual mentoring program organized by the Nigeria Institute of Electrical Electronics Engineers (NIEEE),
- [NIEEE partners with Lead City University to boost training and skills dev. for engineering students](https://oyoreporters.com/nieee-partners-with-lead-city-university-to-boost-training-and-skills-dev-for-engineering-students-2/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Institute of Electrical Electronics Engineers (NIEEE), Ibadan chapter, has launched a one-day sensitization programme for Electrical and Electronics, and Mechatronic Engineering students at Lead City University in Ibadan, Oyo State. This initiative aims to foster skills development and enhance career readiness among young engineers. The event, held at the university’s International
- [NIEEE partners with Lead City University to boost training and skills dev. for engineering students](https://oyoreporters.com/nieee-partners-with-lead-city-university-to-boost-training-and-skills-dev-for-engineering-students/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Institute of Electrical Electronics Engineers (NIEEE), Ibadan chapter, has launched a one-day sensitization programme for Electrical and Electronics, and Mechatronic Engineering students at Lead City University in Ibadan, Oyo State. This initiative aims to foster skills development and enhance career readiness among young engineers. The event, held at the university’s International
- [Governor Makinde, stakeholders urge graduates to drive societal change as PCU celebrates 118 graduands](https://oyoreporters.com/governor-makinde-stakeholders-urge-graduates-to-drive-societal-change-as-pcu-celebrates-118-graduands/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE At the third convocation of Precious Cornerstone University (PCU) in Ibadan, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and other distinguished speakers called on the graduating class to actively contribute to societal development and take on roles as ethical leaders. The ceremony, held at PCU’s University Auditorium, honored 118 graduates and emphasized their potential to
- [VC urges FG to extend TetFund, NELFund to private universities as PCU graduates 14 First-Class students](https://oyoreporters.com/vc-urges-fg-to-extend-tetfund-nelfund-to-private-universities-as-pcu-graduates-14-first-class-students/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Vice-Chancellor of Precious Cornerstone University (PCU), Ibadan, Prof. Timothy Olubisi Adejumo, has called on the Federal Government to extend the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TetFund) and Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) to private universities, emphasizing the potential benefits to Nigeria’s higher education landscape. Speaking at a press conference on Wednesday to mark
- [Correspondents' Chapel in Oyo commiserates with state NUJ Chairman over mother's demise](https://oyoreporters.com/correspondents-chapel-in-oyo-commiserates-with-state-nuj-chairman-over-mothers-demise/) - The Correspondents' Chapel of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, has expressed deep condolences to the NUJ Chairman in Oyo State, Chief Ademola Babalola, on the loss of his mother. In a statement issued by Mr. Raji Adebayo, Chairman of the Correspondents' Chapel, shared with journalists by the Chapel's Secretary, Dare Adeogodiran,
- [Veteran artist, Charles Olumo dies at age 102](https://oyoreporters.com/veteran-artist-charles-olumo-dies-at-age-102/) - Report has it that veteran actor, Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, popularly called Charles Olumo and Agbako, is dead. Recall that Charles Olumo celebrated his 102 birth anniversary recently. Details of the circumstances surrounding his death had yet to be released, however, it was said that the incident might be connected to old age. His death was received
- [DOHAL 2024 Anniversary: Leaders call for youth engagement to rebuild Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/dohal-2024-anniversary-leaders-call-for-youth-engagement-to-rebuild-nigeria/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE At the 2024 Dorcas Oke Hope Alive Initiative (DOHAL) Foundation Day Public Lecture, speakers voiced concerns over Nigeria’s current state and encouraged young people to rise and lead. Held on Monday at the Precious Cornerstone University Auditorium, Ibadan, the theme was “Challenges of the African Child.” Youth Leadership and National Progress Keynote speaker
- [Tinubu brought a killer policy, a fire brigade approach into governance - Aborisade](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-brought-a-killer-policy-a-fire-brigade-approach-into-governance-aborisade/) - A UK-based legal practitioner, Chief Niyi Aborisade, Mogaji of Ajagba, Oke Ofa Baba Isale, Ibadan and a human rights activist of over 30 years experience who founded the National Movement for Positive Change with headquarters in the United Kingdom, delves into sundry national issues as well as his desire to contest for governorship position of Oyo
- [IBEDC, Bresson sign N180bn Magboro Power Plant, purchase agreement](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-bresson-sign-n180bn-magboro-power-plant-purchase-agreement/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The first phase of Magboro Power Plant has kicked off with the official signing and unveiling of the 30 MW Power purchase agreement between Bresson A S, Magboro Power Company and Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company. Resulting from the collaboration between Bresson and IBEDC, customers around Magboro and Mowe are expected, within 11 months,
- [Experts train SWEGOP members on emerging technologies in the media industry](https://oyoreporters.com/experts-train-swegop-members-on-emerging-technologies-in-the-media-industry/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Members of the Society of Web and Online Grassroots Publishers were taken through a training session focusing on emerging technologies in the media industry, with emphasis on digital transformation. The event, led by Dr. David Akanbi, Campus Director, the American Open University of Technology, Ibadan, Nigeria covered practical applications of technologies such as
- [Chancellor seeks equity between public, private varsities as Dominion University turns out 35 First Class graduands, 113 others](https://oyoreporters.com/chancellor-seeks-equity-between-public-private-varsities-as-dominion-university-turns-out-35-first-class-graduands-113-others/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Chancellor, Dominion University, Ibadan, Bishop Taiwo Victor Adelakun, has advised the authorities to ensure fairness in the treatment meted to both the private and public universities in a bid to promote excellence in tertiary education system in Nigeria. The frontline clergyman and founder of the faith-based private university spoke on Tuesday at
- [Enugu unveils Business Digitization Programme for youth, SME](https://oyoreporters.com/enugu-unveils-business-digitization-programme-for-youth-sme/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Enugu State Government has launched the State Business Digitization Programme under its Youth and Small Medium Entrepreneurs scheme. The programme, coordinated by the State Ministry of Youth and Sports in collaboration with GetFoundedAfricaTechnologies, was held on Thursday at the State Secretariat Auditorium, Enugu GRA. In attendance on the occasion were starter youth
- [Sen. Alli kick-starts girls' education, hygiene with 5,000 beneficiaries](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-kick-starts-girls-education-hygiene-with-5000-beneficiaries/) - The representative of Oyo South District in the National Assembly, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has kick-started the sponsoring of the second season of the 'Flow with Dignity School Tour.' The indication was made in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, made available to Oyo Reporters Online on Saturday in Ibadan, the
- [Sen. Alli extols teachers on roles during World Teachers' Day](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-extols-teachers-on-roles-during-world-teachers-day/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli representing Oyo South District has reiterated his support towards the upliftment of teachers in Oyo State in particular and Nigeria in general. The lawmaker spoke on the occasion of the World Teachers Day in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, made available to journalists in
- [Farounbi, Raji (SAN) signpost remarkable achievements - Sen. Alli](https://oyoreporters.com/farounbi-raji-san-signpost-remarkable-achievements-sen-alli/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli from Oyo South District has congratulated the duo of Ambassador Yemi Farounbi and Ahmed Raji, SAN, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, describing them as men of honour in recognition of their contributions to the growth and development of Nigeria. Alli's statement was premised
- [Alli felicitates O-0RBDA boss on award nomination](https://oyoreporters.com/alli-felicitates-o-0rbda-boss-on-award-nomination/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South at the National Assembly, has congratulated the Executive Director, Planning and Design, Ogun-Oshun River Basin Development Authority, Alhaji Adewale Adeoye, on his nomination for the prestigious award. He expressed his joy over the nomination in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available
- [Sen. Alli canvasses renewed commitment to national development](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-canvasses-renewed-commitment-to-national-development/) - Representative of Oyo South at the National Assembly, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has called for renewed commitment to unity and nation-building as the nation clocks 64. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, on Monday in Ibadan. Senator Alli commended the resilience, unity and unwavering commitment of Nigerians
- [Oyerinade Royal Family lauds state govt. over suspension of Oniware of Iware](https://oyoreporters.com/oyerinade-royal-family-lauds-state-govt-over-suspension-of-oniware-of-iware/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Oyerinade Ruling House in Iware, Afijio Local Government Council Area of Oyo State, has expressed satisfaction over the decision of the state government to direct Alhaji Abdulrasheed Owode Adeniyi Adetunji not to parade himself any longer as the Oniware of Iware, in view of the disputes and legal challenges trailing his appointment.
- [PFN commiserates with Akwa Ibom gov. over wife's death](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-commiserates-with-akwa-ibom-gov-over-wifes-death/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria has commiserated with the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno, over the demise of his wife, late Pastor Patience Umo Eno. The First Lady passed away on September 26 at age 57 after brief illness. In a condolence message released from the Bureau of Media
- [IBEDC expresses commitment towards national dev. as Nigeria marks 64th independence anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-expresses-commitment-towards-national-dev-as-nigeria-marks-64th-independence-anniversary/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has congratulated Nigerians with special reference to its customers on Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary. The acting Managing Director of IBEDC, Engr. Francis Agoha, emphasized the company’s unwavering dedication to nation’s growth and development in a statement made available to Oyo Reporters Online on Monday, September 30. The statement
- [Nigeria @64: NBC President charges citizens to sow prayers, patriotism, services for greater tomorrow](https://oyoreporters.com/nigeria-64-nbc-president-charges-citizens-to-sow-prayers-patriotism-services-for-greater-tomorrow/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The President, Nigerian Baptist Convention, Dr Israel Akanji, has stressed the need for the citizens to fully rely on God and sow prayers, patriotism, selfless service and other good virtues into Nigeria despite the odds believing that in the end, "there would be shouts of rejoicing in the land." Dr Akanji rekindled the
- [Shareholders commend UPPlc. at 2024 AGM as company's management decry economic challenges in Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/shareholders-commend-upplc-at-2024-agm-as-companys-management-decry-economic-challenges-in-nigeria/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The University Press Plc. shareholders have lauded the management of the company for its resilience and successes amid the economic challenges that currently beset the country. The shareholders expressed their views in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital on Thursday at the 2024 Annual General Meeting of the company held at the Kakanfo Conference
- [Dr. Okojie advocates unity for Esaland's prosperity](https://oyoreporters.com/dr-okojie-advocates-unity-for-esalands-prosperity/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE President and Coordinating Director, Esan4Esan Global Support League, Lagos, Nigeria, and State of New Jersey, USA, Dr. Elizabeth Okoruwa Okojie a.k.a Dr. Ojugo, has canvassed for unity for Esanland's Prosperity in the interest of the people. Okojie spoke in a personally signed statement titled, 'Unifying for Esaland's prosperity: A call to action,' dated
- [Edo 2024: Esanland unites to endorse Dr. Asue Ighodalo for governor](https://oyoreporters.com/edo-2024-esanland-unites-to-endorse-dr-asue-ighodalo-for-governor/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The people of Esan in Edo State have unanimously endorsed Dr Asue Ighodalo for governor in the 21st September, 2024 gubernatorial election in which about 18 political parties will slug it out. Esan communities, covering the west banks of Niger River, is home to more than half a million people. Ighodalo, who is
- [Sen. Alli distributes POS terminals, start-up capital to constituents](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-distributes-pos-terminals-start-up-capital-to-constituents/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli, who is representing Oyo South in the national assembly, has supported some constituents from the nine local governments in his district with the empowerment programme which he organized recently. Special Adviser to the lawmaker on Media, Akeem Abas, disclosed in a statement in Ibadan on Wednesday that the initiative was aimed at
- [Jehovah's Witnesses Ibadan Bible Education Centre opens](https://oyoreporters.com/jehovahs-witnesses-ibadan-bible-education-centre-opens/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The historic dedication of the Ibadan Bible Education Centre of Jehovah's Witnesses held recently with a large turnout of worshippers from Oyo, Ogun, Kwara and Osun states. Evangelists were trained on preaching of the good news of God's kingdom. There was excitement and glamour as the attendees, donning gorgeous attires, explored the state
- [In Oyo, women farmers cry out over government’s neglect, high cost of inputs](https://oyoreporters.com/in-oyo-women-farmers-cry-out-over-governments-neglect-high-cost-of-inputs/) - By Akinwale ABOLUWADE FEMALE farmers in Oyo State, including their male counterparts, say the biting effect of inflation, coupled with rising cost of farm inputs, such as herbicides and fertilizers, is taking a toll on them. Amid these hardships, they allege government has neglected them. For Alimotu Sadia Olalere, a female farmer living in Agbaru
- [Eagle 102.5 FM Ilese-Ijebu shines at 2024 Primus Awards](https://oyoreporters.com/eagle-102-5-fm-ilese-ijebu-shines-at-2024-primus-awards/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A private radio station in Ilese-Ijebu, Ogun State, Eagle 102.5 FM, made a brilliant showing at the 2024 Primus Broadcast Media Awards held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, recently as it won five prestigious awards at an event which was graced by leading personalities in the media industry. The awards, garnered at
- [FRSC introduces driver’s license verification app, confirms death of 2,776 persons in road crashes](https://oyoreporters.com/frsc-introduces-drivers-license-verification-app-confirms-death-of-2776-persons-in-road-crashes/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Road Safety Corps says it has launched a Mobile Application and National Crash Reporting Information System with which it can verify driver's license, number plates and speed detector. The app, launched on Thursday in Abuja, can provide eye witness report, emergency reports, black spot, National traffic radio, speed limit verification, driving
- [Dangote refinery ready to start sale of petrol ](https://oyoreporters.com/dangote-refinery-ready-to-start-sale-of-petrol/) - Indication has emerged that the Dangote Petroleum Refinery is set to roll out the sale of Premium Motor Spirit, otherwise known as petrol. This is coming a few days after the 650,000-capacity refinery engaged in a test-run of the product. Industry sources confirmed that the product would be circulated in the market soon. The sources,
- [Petrol scarcity may worsen as NNPCL confirms $6bn debt](https://oyoreporters.com/petrol-scarcity-may-worsen-as-nnpcl-confirms-6bn-debt/) - There are fears that the pump price of petrol may increase at filling stations as the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited admits that it is facing challenges due to a $6billion debt. Although the NNPC denied the fact initially, it admitted on Sunday that it owed its petrol suppliers the sum of $6billion, saying it
- [Ogun 2024 LG elections to follow manual collation process, OGSIEC confirms](https://oyoreporters.com/ogun-2024-lg-elections-to-follow-manual-collation-process-ogsiec-confirms/) - The Chairman of the Ogun State Independent Electoral Commission, Mr. Babatunde Osibodu, has announced that the commission will adopt a manual collation process for the upcoming 2024 local government elections in Ogun State. Speaking during an appearance on Eagle 102.5 FM's current affairs programme, 'Frontline,' Mr. Osibodu cited financial constraints as the primary reason for
- [Opinion on Senator Alli's holiday coaching initiative](https://oyoreporters.com/opinion-on-senator-allis-holiday-coaching-initiative/) - Senator Alli’s holiday coaching programme yields success: Beneficiaries celebrate outstanding results AKEEM ABAS The holiday coaching programme sponsored by Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has begun to yield remarkable results, with beneficiaries praising the initiative as their academic performances show significant improvement. The program, which aims to enhance the educational standing of students within the
- [IBEDC engages customers in Ibadan, Ogun to ensure improved service delivery](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-engages-customers-in-ibadan-ogun-to-ensure-customer-satisfaction-improved-service-delivery/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company says that it recently engaged some of its Maximum Demand customers in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital and Ogun State so as to enhance customer satisfaction and improved service delivery. This, the IBEDC management said, is in keeping with the company's commitment to fostering strong relationships and gathering
- [Our goal is to revolutionalize health care system using Telemedicine technology Dr Farombi](https://oyoreporters.com/our-goal-is-to-revolutionalize-health-care-system-using-telemedicine-technology-dr-farombi/) - In this interview, Dr. Temitope Farombi, a Consultant Neurologist at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Oyo State and Founder of Online Health Company, a digital health company, spoke extensively on the benefits of Telemedicine and how it can address issues relating to human health. Online health company is new to most people in this
- [Oba Obayomi names Kalejaye 'Asiwaju of Ilese Ijebu,' seeks Sen. Daniel, others' support for community devpt.](https://oyoreporters.com/oba-obayomi-seeks-sen-daniel-others-support-for-community-devpt/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Oba Oluremi Obayomi, the Elese of Ilese Ijebu, has tasked Otunba Gbenga Daniel, representing Ogun East Senatorial District at the National Assembly, alongside the indegenes of the town to show greater commitment to the socio-economic and infrastructural development of the community. Oba Obayomi spoke during the 2024 Ilese Day celebration held at the
- [Sen. Alli to Nigerian youth: Harness digital technology for progress](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-to-nigerian-youth-harness-digital-technology-for-progress/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South at the National Assembly, urged the Nigerian youth on the need to harness the power of digital technology for sustainable development. The politician made the call in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, while felicitating them on the 2024 International Youth Day with the
- [Ladoja's resolve to wear crown demonstrates respect for Ibadan people - Sen. Alli  ](https://oyoreporters.com/ladojas-resolve-to-wear-crown-demonstrates-respect-for-ibadan-people-sen-alli/) - A National Assembly member, from Oyo South, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, says that the resolve by Rashidi Ladoja to wear crown is a demonstration of his respect for the people (natives) of Ibadan. Alli spoke with reference to the crowning of Ladoja, the Otun-Olubadan of Ibadanland, by the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakunlehin. The senator, in
- [Purified Entertainment expresses commitment towards engagement of upcoming musical artistes](https://oyoreporters.com/purified-entertainment-expresses-commitment-towards-engagement-of-upcoming-musical-artistes/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of Purified Entertainment Company Limited has pledged its readiness to contribute its quota to youth development by grooming up and coming musical artistes to gain reckoning in the entertainment industry. The Chief Executive Officer of the musical production company, Agboola Babawale, expressed his organization's resolve during a Stakeholders' Meeting with the
- [IBEDC reiterates commitment to enhanced service delivery as it engages over 18,000 communities in Q1 & Q2 ](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-reiterates-commitment-to-enhanced-service-delivery-as-it-engages-over-18000-communities-in-q1-q2/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has raised the bar of its community engagement streaks among the electricity distribution companies, via a record breaking 3,000 monthly interactions with stakeholders within its franchise areas. The management of the DisCo said that the feat highlights IBEDC’s dedication to nurturing robust relationships with its customers and the
- [POCACOV warns youths against joining criminal assembly, lists 15 consequences of violent protests ](https://oyoreporters.com/pocacov-warns-youths-against-joining-criminal-assembly-lists-15-consequences-of-violent-protests/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Nigerian youths have been warned against joining criminal assembly in a bid to avert the grave consequences of doing so. The Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices gave the charge in a statement signed on Friday, August 2 by its National Coordinator, Olabisi Okuwobi, CSP. Rather than seeding their hearts to evils,
- [Nigerian Baptist Convention counsels Tinubu, governors, LGAs on way forward as protest enters Day 2](https://oyoreporters.com/nigerian-baptist-convention-counsels-tinubu-governors-lgas-on-way-forward-as-protest-enters-day-2/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Baptist Convention has advised the President Bola Tinubu-led administration, alongside the 36 state governors, and the 774 local government council authorities, with the six area councils, to spare no time any further in addressing the economic and security challenges besetting the country as the #EndBadGovernanceProtest continues. The protest dominated by the
- [Those calling for violent protest should stay away from Lagos, other S'West states - Agbekoya Parapo](https://oyoreporters.com/those-calling-for-violent-protest-should-steer-clear-from-lagos-other-swest-states-agbekoya-parapo/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Agbekoya Parapo, a Yoruba socio-cultural and farmers organization, has warned those who are allegedly inciting violent protests in Lagos and other South-West states against the consequences saying that those with ulterior motives should stare clear from the zone. Agbekoya Parapo spoke in a statement titled, 'Agbekoya Parapo's position on the upcoming nationwide protest by
- [Enemies are waiting to unleash brutal havoc on Nigeria during nationwide protest - Baptist Convention warns](https://oyoreporters.com/enemies-are-waiting-to-unleash-brutal-havoc-on-nigeria-during-nationwide-protest-baptist-convention-warns/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Baptist Convention has raised the concern that the planned nationwide protest billed to take off today (August 1) by the youth might be hijacked by 'enemies' who are scheming to wreak havoc by plunging the citizens into a more severe hardship if caution is not applied. Rather than address the plights
- [Onyeka Onwenu dies after musical performance](https://oyoreporters.com/onyeka-onwenu-dies-after-musical-performance/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Onyeka Onwenu, musical icon, has been reported dead. It was gathered that the leading musician slumped and died after performing at the 80th birthday party of Mrs Stella Okolie, chief executive officer of Emzor Pharmaceuticals, on Tuesday, July 30, in Lagos State. The 72-year-old woman was said to have been rushed to Reddington Hospital,
- [Sen. Alli expresses sadness over Oba Adebimpe's passage](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-expresses-sadness-over-oba-adebimpes-passage/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly, has expressed sadness over the passage of Oba Lateef Adebimpe who doubled as the Osi Balogun of Ibadanland. Alli's remarks is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, made available to journalists in Ibadan on Wednesday. The politician,
- [UI don spots key elements to success in volatile economy as Bukola Bello bags honourary doctorate degree](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-don-spots-key-elements-to-success-in-volatile-economy-as-bukola-bello-bags-honourary-doctorate-degree/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A Professor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Ibadan, Olugbenga Oyeyemi, has stressed the importance of adaptability as a key element to maintaining competitive edge in a highly volatile economy like Nigeria. According to Oyeyemi, notwithstanding the depth and values of the innovations that one may acquire in one's pursuit, it is important to be able
- [CAC Arogungbogunmi Int'l bursts into moment of worship during church's 28th anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/cac-arogungbogunmi-intl-bursts-into-moment-of-worship-during-churchs-28th-anniversary/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Officials of Christ Apostolic Church Worldwide and members of CAC Arogungbogunmi International, as well as friends and well-wishers from far and near erupted into singing and dancing in appreciation of God's goodness on Sunday, July 14, 2024 as the church celebrated its 28th anniversary in grand style at its Olunde headquarters in Ibadan,
- [Ibadanland will witness unprecedented growth and harmony under Oba Olakunlehin - Sen. Alli ](https://oyoreporters.com/ibadanland-will-witness-unprecedented-growth-and-harmony-under-oba-olakunlehin-sen-alli/) - Representative of Oyo South in the National Assembly, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has congratulated Oba Owolabi Olakunlehin on his Installation as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland. Alli, who is the Maye Balogun of Ibadanland, expressed joy in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, in Ibadan on Saturday. Describing his ascension as a
- [Supreme Court strips Nigerian governors of right to appropriate LG funds](https://oyoreporters.com/supreme-court-strips-nigerian-governors-of-right-to-appropriate-lg-funds/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Reprieve came for the local government administrations in the country as the Supreme Court declared on Thursday that it is unconstitutional for state governors to hold funds allocated to the councils. The apex court, in a judgement delivered by a seven-man panel, led by Justice Emmanuel Agim, ruled that the 774 local government
- [Sen. Alli mourns Akinremi's passage](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-mourns-akinremis-passage/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli, who represents Oyo South District in the National Assembly, has lamented the death of a federal lawmaker, Musiliu Olaide Akinremi, representing Ibadan North federal constituency. In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, made available in Ibadan, on Wednesday, Alli described Akinremi L's death as a significant loss
- [IBEDC increases electricity tariff for Band A customers](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-increases-electricity-tariff-for-band-a-customers/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has reviewed the electricity tariff for its Band A customers, saying, "Effective immediately, the tariff will be adjusted from N206.80/kWh to N209.50/kWh." The DisCo gave the indication in a statement signed by Francis Agoha, its acting Managing Director, and made available to Oyo Reporters Online on Wednesday. The statement
- [Sumal Foods Limited speaks on worker's protest](https://oyoreporters.com/sumal-foods-limited-speaks-on-workers-protest/) - Debunks alleged FG's directive on palliatives AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The authorities of Sumal Foods Limited, a food processing company based in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, has described as unfounded and deliberate misrepresentation of facts, the viral publications in some newspapers and online blogs that the company failed to implement Federal Government's directives on fuel subsidy palliatives.
- [4.2 million women, children receive care against malnutrition under SOLINA Health Limited project in Oyo](https://oyoreporters.com/4-2-million-women-children-receive-care-against-malnutrition-under-solina-health-limited-project-in-oyo/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Oyo State government has lauded SOLINA Health Limited, a health-focused not-for-profit organization, for undertaking a three-year scheme to fight malnutrition in children and fortify pregnant women and nursing mothers against illnesses and diseases. The project, undertaken by SOLINA, in collaboration with the Accelerating Nutrition Results in Nigeria (ANRiN), the Oyo State Government and
- [Pastor Olusola Oladeji scolds ruling class in Nigeria on poor state of the nation ](https://oyoreporters.com/pastor-olusola-oladeji-scolds-ruling-class-in-nigeria-on-poor-state-of-the-nation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Head Pastor, Passover Faith Christian Center, Osogbo, the Osun State capital, Pastor Olusola Oladeji, on Sunday ascribed the myriads of challenges bedeviling Nigeria to the dearth of true believers among the ruling class in the land. Oladeji spoke in an interview with journalists on the sidelines of the Mid-Year Interdenominational Thanksgiving and Encounter
- [Agbekoya rallies support for Tinubu's administration, canvasses creation of regional govt., Nnamdi Kanu's release](https://oyoreporters.com/agbekoya-rallies-support-for-tinubus-administration-canvasses-creation-of-regional-govt-nnamdi-kanus-release/) - .Demands protection of farmers, mechanized farming in S'West AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A Yoruba pressure group, the Agbekoya Parapo, has expressed strong support for the administration of President Bola Tinubu barring the economic hardship being faced just as it called for a recourse to the 2014 National Confab, restructuring, and return to regional government in line with
- [IBEDC congratulates Muslims on Eid-El-Kabir, warns against energy theft](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-congratulates-muslims-warns-against-energy-theft-during-eid-el-kabir/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has warned electricity users against engaging in energy theft, saying that it contradicts the spirit of honesty and sacrifice that Eid-El-Kabir stands for. IBEDC describes energy theft as a criminal offence that undermines the quality of services rendered. In a statement made available by the acting Managing
- [Beware as Eiye Confraternity celebrates Day - POCACOV warns parents, youths, hoteliers](https://oyoreporters.com/beware-as-eiye-confraternity-celebrates-day-pocacov-warns-parents-youths-hoteliers/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices has advised parents and the youth to beware as a notorious cult group called Eiye Confraternity celebrates its Day today, Saturday, June 15 in a bid not to be endangered or implicated. The advice came on the note that June 15 of every year is the
- [CYE reiterates need for S'West governors to mandate recitation of Yoruba Anthem in schools](https://oyoreporters.com/cye-reiterates-need-for-swest-governors-to-mandate-recitation-of-yoruba-anthem-in-schools/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Council of Yoruba Elders, a Yoruba socio-cultural group, has urged the six governors of the South-West states to mandate the recitation of Yoruba Anthem at schools in the zone in a bid to foster a sense of shared identity and purpose among the people. The CYE made the call in a statement signed
- [Encomiums pour in as Gov. Makinde, Aiyedatiwa, Udom, Bishop Oyedepo, other Christian leaders attend Bishop Wale Oke mother's burial](https://oyoreporters.com/encomiums-pour-in-as-gov-makinde-aiyedatiwa-udom-bishop-oyedepo-other-christian-leaders-attend-bishop-wale-oke-mothers-burial/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Encomiums poured in torrents as dignitaries in the political and religious circles eulogized the virtues of late Mrs Elizabeth Oke, mother of Bishop Francis Wale Oke, who was laid to rest at Kasumu Village, Egbeda Local Government Area of Oyo State on Friday, June 14. The sleepy community was awake as an unusually
- [Senate Committee visits Oyo NYSC Camp, says Start Up Grant for Corps members coming soon ](https://oyoreporters.com/senate-committee-visits-oyo-nysc-camp-says-start-up-grant-for-corps-members-coming-soon/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Senate Committee on Youth and Community Engagement has disclosed that the National Youths Service Corps Trust Fund Bill would soon take off as part of moves by the Federal Government to engage the graduates productively. The Bill has scaled first and second readings. The Committee, led by its Chairman, Senator Yemi Adaramodu,
- [Sen. Alli urges Nigerians to be hopeful under Tinubu's administration](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-urges-nigerians-to-be-hopeful-under-tinubus-administration/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South District, has urged the citizens to remain hopeful in the journey towards a greater nation under President Bola Tinubu's administration. In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, made available on Tuesday in Ibadan, Alli explained that President Tinubu was committed to addressing
- [IBEDC begins mass repairs of faulty transformers across franchise](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-begins-mass-repairs-of-faulty-transformers-across-franchise/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has disclosed that it recently commenced the repair of faulty transformers within its franchise in a bid to shore up power supply for the benefit of its customers. According to the management of IBEDC, this is being done following the establishment and operation of its Transformer Maintenance
- [IBEDC opens emergency contact number to customers, gives safety tips during rainy season ](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-opens-emergency-contact-number-to-customers-gives-safety-tips-during-rainy-season/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has urged members of the public to observe caution around electrical installations during the raining season. The IBEDC also reeled out its emergency contact number in a bid to forestall disaster by its facilities. In the light of high risk of electrical accidents during raining season,
- ['At Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre, our experience, matchless practice and incredibly talented team keep us ahead of other hotels'](https://oyoreporters.com/at-kakanfo-inn-and-conference-centre-our-experience-matchless-practice-and-incredibly-talented-team-keep-us-ahead-of-other-hotels/) - Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre towers high among its peers in the hospitality industry in Oyo State as it exhibits the untiring zeal of re-inventing its product and services in meeting contemporary needs in the sector. Forty years down the line, the hotel still comes strong with resounding fresh vibes. Just as it unveils its
- [Children's Day: SSASOGA tasks girls on self esteem, success, commitment to alma mater](https://oyoreporters.com/childrens-day-ssasoga-tasks-girls-on-self-esteem-success-commitment-to-alma-mater/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The year 2024 Children’s Day celebration, held on Monday, May 27, was excitement filled as the Seminary St. Anne’s School Old Girls Association, SSASOGA, shared memorable time with the students of the schools. St. Anne’s old girls from different walks of life turned up in large number to make the occasion adventurous. The
- [Sen. Alli says Tinubu's policy strengthening Nigeria's future](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-says-tinubus-policy-strengthening-nigerias-future/) - The representative of Oyo South District at the National Assembly, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has lauded President Bola Tinubu over what he called 'his exceptional performance towards building a stronger and more prosperous nation.' He spoke in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, on Tuesday in Ibadan. According to the statement, the
- [Breaking: Ajayi Crowther University rusticates students involved in fight leading to death](https://oyoreporters.com/breaking-ajayi-crowther-university-rusticates-students-involved-in-fight-leading-to-death/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of Ajayi Crowther University has expelled some students of the institution said to be involved in a fight that led to the death of a fellow student. Against the news that is trending, the University affirms that there is no cultism in the institution. The management maintained that "The University has
- [ACU management probes alleged rape of female student as SUG appeals for calm](https://oyoreporters.com/acu-management-probes-alleged-rape-of-female-student-as-sug-appeals-for-calm/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo in Oyo State has begun a probe into the alleged rape of a female student of the university reportedly by two of its vigilance group. Oyo Reporters gathered that the incident, which left the academic community in disquiet, happened on the campus of the institution on Thursday.
- [Olubadan designate, Oba Olakulehin, glad as Ladoja withdraws suit against kingmakers](https://oyoreporters.com/olubadan-designate-oba-olakulehin-glad-as-ladoja-withdraws-suit-against-kingmakers/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Olubadan designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, heaves a sigh of relief as coast becomes clear for him to get enthroned to the royal stool as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland. This came as the former governor of Oyo State, Chief Rasidi Ladoja, who is the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, withdrew the suit which he
- [UI alumnus facilitates MOU between Keele University and Alma-mater](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-alumnus-facilitates-mou-between-keele-university-and-alma-mater/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE An alumnus of University of Ibadan, Dr Opeyemi Babatunde, has facilitated a Memorandum of Understanding on a JIGSAW-A project between Keele University and UI. The MOU covers Grant Writing Workshop for 50 UI members of staff in June 2024, including a two-man delegation visit to Keele University in April 2024. Babatunde, who facilitated
- [UI don seeks inclusion of Philosophy into elementary school curriculum](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-don-seeks-inclusion-of-philosophy-into-elementary-school-curriculum/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Professor Olatunji Alabi Oyeshile of the Department of African Philosophy, Metaphysics and Existentialism, University of Ibadan, has called for the teaching of Philosophy in elementary schools across African society. Oyeshile made the call while delivering the 550th Inaugural Lecture of the University of Ibadan, entitled, 'African Philosophy and the Unending Quest,' on behalf
- [World Press Freedom Day: Sen. Alli demands improved welfare for journalists](https://oyoreporters.com/world-press-freedom-day-sen-alli-demands-improved-welfare-for-journalists/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The representative of Oyo South at the National Assembly, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has stressed the need for improved welfare and safety of journalists nationwide. Alli made the call in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, in Ibadan on Friday in commemoration of the occasion of the 2024 World Press
- [Sen. Alli lauds workers on commitment](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-lauds-workers-on-commitment/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The representative of Oyo South at the National Assembly, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has lauded the workers for their dedication to duties, describing their contributions to societal growth and development as invaluable. Alli gave kudos to the workers on the occasion of the 2024 Workers' Day celebration in a statement signed by his Special
- [Africa’s 1st female Computer Science Professor advises on cybersecurity](https://oyoreporters.com/africas-1st-female-computer-science-professor-advises-on-cybersecurity/) - IBUKUN EMIOLA Africa’s first female Professor of Computer Science, Adenike Osofisan, has advised Nigerians on multiple authentications to prevent them from falling victim to cyber attacks. Osofisan gave the piece of advice in Ibadan on Tuesday at the maiden lecture of the Faculty of Science, Dominican University (DU), Ibadan. Speaking on the topic, “The Monstrous Menace of Cyber
- [Oyo LG poll: Counting, announcement of election results begin ](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-lg-poll-counting-announcement-of-election-results-begin/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Vote counting has begun in most of the 33 local government council areas of Oyo State as the council poll held today (Saturday) by the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission was brought to conclusion. Counting of votes and announcement of election results in various parts of the state were ongoing as of the time
- [Sen. Alli descries late arrival of voting materials at polling centres during Oyo LG poll](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-descries-late-arrival-of-voting-materials-at-polling-centres-during-oyo-lg-poll/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly, on Saturday, flawed the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission for its alleged poor preparation for the local government election held in the state. This came as Governor Seyi Makinde, however, thumbed up for the OYSIEC for what he called the successful conduct
- [Security report about Saturday's LG poll in Oyo excellent - Gov. Makinde](https://oyoreporters.com/security-report-about-saturdays-lg-poll-in-oyo-excellent-gov-makinde/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has described the security report about the local government election held in the state today (Saturday) as excellent. According to Makinde, those who observed untoward developments in the exercise should report to the security agencies. The governor saluted the people of the state for turning out to
- [We demand justice over destruction of our farmlands by cattle rearers- Igangan Agro Park Investors](https://oyoreporters.com/we-demand-justice-over-destruction-of-our-farmlands-by-cattle-rearers-igangan-agro-park-investors/) - Some aggrieved commercial farmers in Igangan communityhave asked the state government and the Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Nwachukwu Enwonwu, to address the incessant losses incurred by their members due to the incessant invasion of their farms by some cattle herders in the area in order not to discourage farming in the state.
- [SAED: 5 Corps members to get start up capital from FG](https://oyoreporters.com/saed-5-corps-members-to-get-start-up-capital-from-fg/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Minister of State for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has encouraged Corps members to take advantage of the Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme while on camp in a bid to be self sufficient. SAED is designed to equip young Nigerian graduates with additional value beyond educational certification. While addressing Corps members during his
- [Sen. Alli backs party, LG candidates poll with N13m donation](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-backs-party-lg-candidates-poll-with-n13m-donation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly has donated the sum of N13 million to the All Progressives Congress and its candidates as his support ahead of the April 27 local government council election in Oyo State. A statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, read
- [Baptist Convention calls for creation of State Police, state of emergency on education](https://oyoreporters.com/baptist-convention-calls-for-creation-of-state-police-state-of-emergency-on-education/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Baptist Convention has added its voice to the call by Nigerians that the Federal Government should approve the creation of State Police in a bid to address insecurity and terrorism in the country. The NBC also urged the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency on the education sector with
- ['Oodua group member' arrested for attacking Oyo House of Chiefs, Assembly not our staff - Fed. College of Educ. (Special) Management](https://oyoreporters.com/oodua-group-member-arrested-for-attacking-oyo-house-of-chiefs-assembly-not-our-staff-fed-college-of-educ-special-management/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of the Federal College of Education (Special) Oyo in Oyo State has disclaimed one Alabi Ogundeji, an 'Oodua group member' arrested for allegedly attacking the Oyo State House of Chiefs and the House of Assembly Complex at the Agodi Secretariat, saying that the man is not a staff in the College
- [Eagle 102.5 FM impacts audience with free eye surgeries, scholarship award, support to widows during 2nd anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/eagle-102-5-fm-impacts-audience-with-free-eye-surgeries-scholarship-award-support-to-widows-during-2nd-anniversary/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Listeners with Eagle FM, a leading and award-winning radio station in Ilese Ijebu, Ogun State, were filled with excitement recently during its two-week long second anniversary celebrations as the station rolled out food palliatives, just as it offered medical outreach, health education and sporting activities to them. The medical outreach included provision of
- [Okediji, AgroInfoTech Africa clinch prestigious awards at College's 60th Anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/okediji-agroinfotech-africa-clinch-prestigious-awards-at-colleges-60th-anniversary/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE AgroInfoTech Africa Group and its founder, Ayooluwa Okediji, were honoured with the 'Alumni Achievement award' and the 'Distinguished Innovative award' during the 60th anniversary of the Federal College of Animal Health and Production Technology, Moor Plantation Ibadan, Oyo State, held recently. The awards were said to have been given in recognition of their
- [Ilana Omo Oodua disowns suspected attackers of Oyo Assembly, state secretariat](https://oyoreporters.com/ilana-omo-oodua-disowns-suspected-attackers-of-oyo-assembly-state-secretariat/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide, the umbrella body of the Yoruba self-determination group, has disowned the attackers of the Oyo State House Assembly and the state secretariat at Agodi, Ibadan, the state capital, on Saturday, describing the suspects as 'hoodlums' trying to hide under the name of the association to do evil. The group
- [Soldiers arrest 9 Yoruba nation agitators over Oyo secretariat attack](https://oyoreporters.com/soldiers-arrest-9-yoruba-nation-agitators-over-oyo-secretariat-attack/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE No fewer than nine members of the Yoruba nation have been arrested by troops of the Nigerian Army following a gun battle in Oyo State. Reports had it that some people, believed to be Yoruba nation agitators, invaded the Oyo State Government secretariat at Agodi, Ibadan in Oyo State. The agitators reportedly occupied
- [UI DVC urges sports delegates to let 'spirit of bilateral games' endure beyond field of play](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-dvc-urges-sports-delegates-to-let-spirit-of-bilateral-games-endure-beyond-field-of-play/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Sports delegates have been urged to allow the spirit of bilateral games to extend beyond the sports field. The Deputy Vice-Chancellor Administration of the University of Ibadan, Prof. Peter Olapegba, said this while receiving leaders of the delegation from the University of Ghana, participants and officials of the University Sports Council, to the
- [Gov. Makinde commiserates with Bishop Wale Oke over mother's death](https://oyoreporters.com/gov-makinde-commiserates-with-bishop-wale-oke-over-mothers-death/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has commiserated with the President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, on the demise of his mother, late Mrs Elizabeth Areola Oke. During his visit to the Bishop, who is also the President of the Sword of the Spirit Ministries at his residence,
- [The 234 Project: Students make solar refrigerators, smart fire extinguishers, others](https://oyoreporters.com/the-234-project-students-make-solar-refrigerators-smart-fire-extinguishers-others/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE There was excitement as some secondary schools drawn from four regions of the federation, showcased diverse talents by producing solutions like solar-powered refrigerators and smart fire extinguishers under the 234 Innov8 Challenge 2.0 held recently in parts of the country. The 234 Innov8 Challenge, among others, was powered by The 234 Project, a
- [Olubadan crisis: Egbe Bobaselu tips Bode Amao, Ajewole, Dotun Sanusi, Aare Musulumi, Primate Makinde, others to intervene](https://oyoreporters.com/olubadan-crisis-egbe-bobaselu-tips-bode-amao-ajewole-dotun-sanusi-aare-musulumi-primate-makinde-others-to-intervene/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Egbe Bobaselu, a group of seasoned professionals of Ibadan origin with the mandate to preserve the stool of Olubadan, on Thursday, urged members of the Olubadan-In-Council to refrain from making further inflammatory remarks that could drag the stool of Olubadan of Ibadanland into ridicule. At a meeting held at the University of Ibadan,
- [PFN President's mother, Mama Areola Oke, passes on at age 97](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-presidents-mother-mama-areola-oke-passes-on-at-age-97/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The mother of the President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has rested in the bossom of the Lord. A statement signed by theSword of the Spirit Ministries Media Bureau, indicated that Mrs Elizabeth Areola Oke died at the ripe age of 97 years in the early hours of
- [Oyo Heritage Group petitions Gov. Makinde over 'lopsided appointment' in Varsity](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-heritage-group-petitions-gov-makinde-over-lopsided-appointment-in-varsity/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has been urged to intervene in the 'injustice' being meted out to indigenes of Oyo town regarding the appointment of principal officers for the Emmanuel Alayande University, Oyo. To avert crisis, an association within the ancient town called the Oyo Heritage Group, said that the governor should make necessary
- [Pa Adebanjo to Tinubu: Adopt 2014 Confab report, El-Rufai recommendation](https://oyoreporters.com/pa-adebanjo-to-tinubu-adopt-2014-confab-report-el-rufai-recommendation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Pa Ayo Adebanjo, Leader of Pan Yoruba Socio-cultural organisation, Afenifere, has advised President Bola Tinubu to prioritize the implementation of the 2014 National Conference report and the El-rufai recommendation. Rather than deceiving himself to get support for reelection for second term in 2027 as president, Adebanjo said Tinubu should do the needful now
- [IBEDC preaches love, harps on safety during Easter celebration](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-preaches-love-harps-on-safety-during-easter-celebration/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has expressed joy and warm greetings to Christians and all Nigerians at Easter. The Managing Director of IBEDC, Kingsley Achife, in a statement issued on Friday, emphasized the significance of Easter, highlighting its essence of love, renewal and sacrifice, which he described as fundamental principles
- [Varsity lecturer seeks creation of anti-crime agency to curb youth violence](https://oyoreporters.com/varsity-lecturer-seeks-creation-of-anti-crime-agency-to-curb-youth-violence/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Prof. Ayobami Hammed, a former acting Director of Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies, University of Ibadan, has called for the creation of a National Crime Prevention Commission to address youth violence in the land. Hammed spoke while presenting the 546th edition of the Premier University’s inaugural lecture series, on Thursday. He said that
- [IBEDC, SIPTEO fight energy theft, prosecute 2 in Osun](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-sipteo-fight-energy-theft-prosecute-2-in-osun/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has reiterated its resolve to intensify its campaign against energy theft within its franchise area. IBEDC, in collaboration with the Federal Government Special Investigation and Prosecution Task Force on Electricity Offences, is taking legal actions against individuals and businesses that involve in energy theft. Mr. Johnson Tinuoye,
- [(POEM) The Weeping Currency](https://oyoreporters.com/the-weeping-currency/) - I cry daily to meet needs,The needs I am meant to meet keep piling up,The owner of these needs are getting drown,What to acquire become mount everest before their recipients,I weep. I am a currency that has been trampled upon,By greedy politicians.Some extremely wealthy bury me before my death inside a dry well.Some kept me
- [ICIR, IBP project: 20 journalists to investigate plights of women, children in agric, PHC sectors](https://oyoreporters.com/icir-ibp-project-20-journalists-to-investigate-plights-of-women-children-in-agric-phc-sectors/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Twenty journalists who participated in the 2-day Investigative Journalism training on ‘Strengthening Public Accountability for Results and Knowledge’ (SPARK 2) project held recently in Abuja are set to investigate activities under the health and agriculture interventions in five states with recourse to their impacts on small holder women farmers and the vulnerable groups
- [Olubadan, aged 81, joins his ancestors Thursday evening](https://oyoreporters.com/olubadan-aged-81-joins-his-ancestors-thursday-evening/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE His Imperial Majesty, Oba Mohood Ishola Balogun, CFR, Alli Okunmade II has joined his ancestors. The 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland, reportedly succumbed to death on Thursday evening at the University College Hospital, Ibadan after a brief illness. It was leanrt that Oba Balogun, aged 81, was taken to the hospital Wednesday morning having
- [IBEDC explains grounds for poor power supply in franchise areas](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-explains-ground-for-poor-power-supply-in-franchise-areas/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has explained that several factors are responsible for the epileptic power supply within its franchise, resulting in inconveniences for residents and businesses. The Disco, in a statement titled, 'IBEDC explains reasons for poor supply,' e-Signed by the Management, read that it became expedient to explain
- [World Obesity Day: UI launches Campus Obesity Network](https://oyoreporters.com/world-obesity-day-ui-launches-campus-obesity-network/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE University of Ibadan Health Service joined the global community in commemorating the World Obesity Day 2024. On the occasion, it disseminated the findings of a study on, 'Temporal trends in overweight, obesity and chronic disease risks among adolescents and young adults: A 10 year review of pre-admission and medical records of undergraduate and
- [CAC Worldwide warms up for great revival as Prophet Kolawole becomes General Evangelist](https://oyoreporters.com/cac-worldwide-warms-up-for-great-revival-as-prophet-kolawole-becomes-general-evangelist/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Expectation is high that the Christ Apostolic Church Worldwide may soon convene a ground breaking revival in the country as Prophet Richard Kolawole becomes the General Evangelist of the church. The inauguration of Prophet Kolawole, a.k.a. Arogungbogunmi, as the General Evangelist of CAC in Nigeria and Overseas, alongside the acting Zonal Evangelists, was
- [UI students shine at Nigerian Law School Bar Exams](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-students-shine-at-nigerian-law-school-bar-exams/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Law graduates from University of Ibadan have demonstrated the attribute of excellence once again through the groundbreaking feat which they made at the recently held Nigerian Law School final bar examinations. The results by The Council of Legal Education and the Nigerian Law School showed that UI students made outstanding performance in the
- [Sen. Alli distributes grains to traders to alleviate economic hardship (Photos)](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-distributes-grains-to-traders-to-alleviate-economic-hardship-photos/) - AKEEM ABAS In a gesture aimed at alleviating the current economic hardship faced by many, Senator Sharafadeen Alli has embarked on a mission to distribute grains to traders in the state. Over the past few days, Senator Alli has been visiting markets within the Oyo South Senatorial District, distributing grains to traders in a bid
- [Makinde to Akpabio: FG didn’t give states N30bn each](https://oyoreporters.com/makinde-to-akpabio-fg-didnt-give-states-n30bn-each/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has faulted the claim by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, that in addition to their statutory revenue allocations, the 36 states were given N30 billion each to address food insecurity, describing it as untrue. Makinde, who doubles as the Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum, said
- [PFN to President Tinubu: Rebuild economy, review workers' salaries, bring kidnappers to justice](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-to-president-tinubu-rebuild-economy-review-workers-salaries-bring-kidnappers-to-justice/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE President Bola Tinubu has been tasked on the need to rebuild the country's economy and restore confidence in the currency (the Naira). Also, other key stakeholders, including those who participated in the 2023 presidential election but lost, had been urged to 'drop their tools' and join hands with President Tinubu in building the
- [Sen. Alli laments Sheikh Murthada Gatta's passage](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-laments-sheikh-murthada-gattas-passage/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South District in the Senate, has lamented the passage of Fadilat Sheikh Murthada Abubakry Gaata Agbotomokekere. The leading Islamic clergyman died on Tuesday, February 13, after his arrival from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia where he observed the lesser hajj. In a statement signed by his Special Adviser, Mr Akeem
- [Lion kills Obafemi Awolowo University zookeeper while feeding animals](https://oyoreporters.com/lion-kills-obafemi-awolowo-university-zookeeper-while-feeding-animals/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A nine-year-old lion has reportedly killed a staff of the Obafemi Awolowo University Zoological Garden, named Mr. Olabode Olawuyi, while trying to feed the wild cats in the garden. A release by the Public Relations Officer of the University, Abiodun Olarewaju, stated that Mr Olawuyi, a Veterinary Technologist, who has been in charge of
- [UI partners Kenyan University on specialized fields](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-partners-kenyan-university-on-specialized-fields/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE University of Ibadan and Kabarak University, Kenya are working on a Memorandum of Understanding to develop academic and cultural exchanges by offering mutual assistance to each other in area of research. The efforts of the two universities to collaborate reached an advanced stage with the visit of the Dean, School of Music and
- [UI organises workshops on fire prevention, Management meets students' representatives](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-organises-workshops-on-fire-prevention-management-meets-students-representatives/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Staff of the Registry Department, University of Ibadan are undergoing workshops on Fire Prevention, Drill, and Usage of Fire Extinguishers. The participants were said to have been divided into batches for the 8-day workshops. The Registrar, Ganiyu Saliu, said at the start of the workshops that they were aimed at sensitizing the staff on
- [Sen. Alli celebrates ex-Oyo APC Chairman on birth anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-celebrates-ex-oyo-apc-chairman-on-birth-anniversary/) - The Senator representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly, Sharafadeen Alli, has congratulated Chief Akin Oke, former Chairman of the All Progressives Congress in the state. The lawmaker, in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Akeem Abas, on Wednesday in Ibadan, described the celebrant as a prominent figure who played
- [In our marriage, we agreed to settle our disagreements by ourselves. It's a standing rule not to divulge any issue we had to outsiders - Bishop Wale Oke and wife (Rev. Victoria Tokunbo)](https://oyoreporters.com/in-our-marriage-we-agreed-to-settle-our-disagreements-by-ourselves-its-a-standing-rule-not-to-divulge-any-issue-we-had-to-outsiders-bishop-wale-oke-and-wife-rev-victoria-tokunbo/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Forty years after walking down the aisle to say 'we do,' the President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, and his better half, Rev. Victoria Tokunbo, affirm that the grace of God makes the difference in their marriage just as it makes the impossible possible. In this interview, the
- [Expert recommends creation of indigenous Plant Breeding Rescue Agenda](https://oyoreporters.com/expert-recommends-creation-of-indigenous-plant-breeding-rescue-agenda/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Professor Victor Olawale Adetimirin, an expert in Plant Breeding and Crop Production at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ibadan, has called for the creation of Plant Breeding Rescue Agenda 2050 for Nigeria. Adetimirin said this would address the development of improved varieties of food, feed and fibre crops in a holistic manner
- [PFN decries insecurity in Nigeria, backs state Police, declaration of state of emergency](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-decries-insecurity-in-nigeria-backs-state-police-declaration-of-state-of-emergency/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, on Thursday, lamented the general insecurity in the land, urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to declare a state of emergency on insecurity. Bishop Oke spoke after the 1st Quarter Joint NAC/NEC Meeting of the PFN in 2024, held at its headquarters in Lagos.
- [INCITIS_FOOD opens Living Lab in UI](https://oyoreporters.com/incitis_food-opens-living-lab-in-ui/) - The INCITIS_FOOD Project has developed a circular model for integrating aquaculture with plants, insects and animal production in order to improve food chain in African cities. Dr O.O.Oyebola, Principal Investigator with INCITIS_FOOD,, UI, at the official opening of the Research and Training facilities, stated that unless vital research and developmental innovation are disseminated, they would end
- [Impact of lack of awareness of data privacy among female professionals in Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/impact-of-lack-of-awareness-of-data-privacy-among-female-professionals-in-nigeria/) - By Ibukun Emiola, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) On June 15, 2023, Nigerians were informed that the official Twitter X account of Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairperson for the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) had been hacked once again by unscrupulous elements with the intention to spread falsehood and fake news in the name of Abike Dabiri-Erewa,
- [UI partners Oyo govt. to train commercial food vendors](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-partners-oyo-govt-to-train-commercial-food-vendors/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The University of Ibadan Health Service has organised a workshop for commercial food vendors in partnership with the Ministry of Health in Oyo State. The one-day training was declared open by Prof. Aderonke Baiyeroju, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic, UI on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kayode Adebowale. Baiyeroju said the University Management appreciates the value
- [UI reiterates need for increased gown-town partnership during CPEB 60th anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-reiterates-need-for-increased-gown-town-partnership-during-cpeb-60th-anniversary/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Professor Aderonke Baiyeroju, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, University of Ibadan, has called for increase in gown-town engagements for significant societal impact. Baiyeroju spoke while representing the Vice-Chancellor of UI, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, at the Retrospective 60 years Anniversary Colloquium (1962-2022) of the Department of Crop Protection and Environmental Biology of the University of Ibadan.
- [French envoy expresses excitement as IFRA renews ties with UI institute](https://oyoreporters.com/french-envoy-expresses-excitement-as-ifra-renews-ties-with-ui-institute/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Jean-François Hasperue, the Chargé d'Affaire at the French Embassy in Abuja, has expressed excitement over his visit to the University of Ibadan as the Institut Français Recherché en Afrique, IFRA renews its collaboration with the Institute of African Studies in UI. Hasperue, who resumed duties at the French Embassy in Abuja five months
- [FG inaugurates minimum wage committee](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-inaugurates-minimum-wage-committee/) - The Federal Government, FG has inaugurated the tripartite committee on national minimum wage. Vice President Kashim Shettima inaugurated the 37-member panel at the Council Chamber of the State House in Abuja on Tuesday. The panel, whose membership cuts across federal and state governments, the private sector, and organised labour, is mandated to recommend a new
- [Makinde expresses concern as Atiku keeps mum over Ibadan explosion](https://oyoreporters.com/makinde-expresses-concern-as-atiku-keeps-mum-over-ibadan-explosion/) - The governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has noted that the Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the 2023 general elections, Atiku Abubakar, neither called nor sent a text to him on the explosion that rocked Ibadan on Tuesday, January 16. Governor Makinde gave the indication during the condolence visit by Peter Obi, Presidential
- [Encomiums pour in for Onabanjo as St Annes’ Old Girls inaugurate new Excos](https://oyoreporters.com/encomiums-pour-in-for-onabanjo-as-st-annes-old-girls-inaugurate-new-excos/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE For her outstanding performance as the National President of the Seminary-St Annes’ School Old Girls Association, SSASOGA, members of the group continue to eulogize the virtues of Mrs Similola Onabanjo. The Old Girls expressed joy over the advancement brought to St. Anne's School, Molete, Ibadan in four years courtesy of Onabanjo and her
- [Gunmen reportedly kidnap tipper, lorry, quarry PMS Chairman in Oyo](https://oyoreporters.com/gunmen-reportedly-kidnap-tipper-lorry-quarry-pms-chairman-in-oyo/) - The Chairman of the Oyo State Tipper, Lorry and Quarry Park Management System, Alhaji Akeem Akintola, popularly known as Kuso, has been kidnapped by unknown gunmen. It was gathered that the incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday around Ajiboye area, Omi Apata, Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. According to a source who spoke on
- [Oyo govt. presents instruments of office to six kings](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-govt-presents-instruments-of-office-to-six-kings/) - Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has presented instruments of office to six kings in the state. Oyo Reporters learned that the new kings are Chief Oyelowo Joseph Oyetunde – Apeerin of Saki; Prince James Okanlawon Adigun – Lasigbon-Kinnikinni of Saki; Alhaji Jimoh Adeola Ayiki – Baale Oke-Oro; and Alhaji Raimi Aiki Boorepo – Baale-Iya of Saki.
- [Bodija Estate Residents Association asks govt. to unravel facts behind Ibadan explosion](https://oyoreporters.com/bodija-residents-association-asks-govt-to-unravel-facts-behind-ibadan-explosion/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Bodija Estate Residents Association, BERA has urged the government to, as a matter of urgency, unravel facts behind the Tuesday, January 16 explosion at Adeyi Avenue, Bodija, Ibadan. BERA also tasked the authorities on the need to be more proactive in its response to emergencies in a bid to averted grave consequences
- [Ogun Assembly impeaches Oluomo as Speaker](https://oyoreporters.com/ogun-assembly-impeaches-oluomo-as-speaker/) - Lawmakers in the Ogun State House of Assembly have impeached Olakunle Oluomo as the Speaker. Oluomo was reportedly removed from office during the plenary held at the assembly complex on Tuesday. The sacked Speaker is a third-term lawmaker representing Ifo State Constituency II. Oludaisi Elemide, also a third-term lawmaker representing Odeda State constituency, was named as the
- [Bishop Oke, PFN President condoles affected residents, Oyo govt. over explosion in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/bishop-oke-pfn-president-condoles-affected-residents-oyo-govt-over-explosion-in-ibadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Bishop Francis Wale Oke, President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, has lamented the devastating impacts of the explosion that rocked Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Tuesday evening. Bishop Oke, who paid a visit to Adeyi Street, Bodija, Ibadan where the tragedy occurred around 3:30pm on Thursday, expressed grieves over the level
- [Residents panic as explosion rocks Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-residents-panic-as-explosion-rocks-ibadan/) - Residents of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital panicked as an explosion rocked parts of the state capital on Tuesday. Video clips of the incident saturated the internet space on Tuesday night. A dusty cloud and burning houses and cars were seen. A student of University of Ibadan was quoted as saying, “It is true. We
- [Kakanfo Inn & Conference Centre rewards outstanding staffers for excellence at 2024 Award Ceremony](https://oyoreporters.com/kakanfo-inn-conference-centre-rewards-outstanding-staffers-for-excellence-at-2024-award-ceremony/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Friday, January 12 was a memorable day for team members of Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State as the management of the hotel took time out to celebrate its outstanding personnel. The event was colourful and refreshing as music blended with relaxation and dance at the place where friends and family
- [Senator Alli raises confidence on prospect of 2024 Budget](https://oyoreporters.com/senator-alli-raises-confidence-on-prospect-of-2024-budget/) - Sharafadeen Alli, Senator representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly, has said that the 2024 Budget would be more gainful to Nigerians. Alli urged the citizens to continue to support President Bola Tinubu's administration for progress. The Senator spoke in a statement made available to journalists on Friday in Ibadan by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem
- [Dangote refinery starts production today (Friday)](https://oyoreporters.com/dangote-refinery-starts-production-today-friday/) - Indications emerged that the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical Company has commenced operation. This came as the refinery received the fifth crude oil shipment. It was gathered that a total of one million barrels of Bonny Light was supplied by the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited last week. The oil refinery, with 650,000 barrels per day capacity,
- [Gov. Makinde confirms Salawu as new Deputy Rector, The Polytechnic Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/gov-makinde-confirms-salawu-as-new-deputy-rector-the-polytechnic-ibadan/) - Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has confirmed the appointment of Mrs Salawu Olaide Oluwatoyin as the Deputy Rector of The Polytechnic, Ibadan. The Deputy Rector's appointment was contained in a statement issued by the Registrar, Mrs Modupe Theresa Fawale, signed on her behalf by the Public Relations Officer of the institution, Mogaji Soladoye Adewole.
- [Olubadan mourns Sheik Adio Alaga's exit](https://oyoreporters.com/olubadan-mourns-sheik-adio-alagas-exit/) - Oba Lekan Balogun, CFR, Olubadan of Ibadanland, has described the death of Sheikh Abdulfatai Adio Alaga, second in line to the Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Sheikh Abdulganiy Ajigbotomokekere, as a big loss to Ibadanland in general and the Muslim community in particular. This was expressed in a statement issued and made available to journalists in Ibadan on
- [Oyo presents 100 patrol vehicles fixed with communication gadgets to Police, others](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-presents-100-patrol-vehicles-fixed-with-communication-gadgets-to-police-others/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE As part of the resolve to improve the level of security in Oyo State, Governor Seyi Makinde has presented over 100 patrol vehicles to security agencies in the Pacesetter state. Checks showed that the patrol vehicles come with communication gadgets. The Nigeria Police, Army, Customs, Correctional service, Immigration, Joint Security Task Force known as
- [Protesting civil war soldiers, next of kin demand for unpaid 44-year pension](https://oyoreporters.com/protesting-civil-war-soldiers-next-of-kin-demand-for-unpaid-44-year-pension/) - Some war veterans, who fought during the 1966 civil war, took to the streets in Ibadan, Oyo State on Wednesday, in protest against their unpaid pension since they retired from service 44 years ago. The ex-soldiers, displayed placards bearing different inscriptions. They lamented what they described as total neglect by the government after defending the
- [LAUTECH retains status as best state university in Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/lautech-retains-status-as-best-state-university-in-nigeria/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Oyo State Government has expressed satisfaction as the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, LAUTECH, Ogbomoso retains its number one position as the best state university in the country. LAUTECH, which is owned solely by Oyo State, has kept its lead as the number state university in Nigeria for two unbroken years. The ranking
- [OYSADA issues cheques of proceeds from Cassava Project to pioneer YEAP members](https://oyoreporters.com/oysada-issues-cheques-of-proceeds-from-cassava-project-to-pioneer-yeap-members/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Some pioneer members of the Oyo State Youth Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness Project, YEAP on the cassava farming project at Fasola Farms were full of joy as they were presented with cheques worth over one million naira. The beneficiaries of the proceeds are Zakariyau Ridwan, Zakariyau Abideen, Opeloyeru Afeez, Salawu Muniru, Yekeen Taiwo,Timilehin Ogundijo,
- [CAC Supreme Council rejoices as construction of over N300m Administrative Complex nears completion](https://oyoreporters.com/cac-supreme-council-rejoices-as-construction-of-over-n300m-administrative-complex-nears-completion/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Monday, January 8, 2024 was a day to remember for the Supreme Council of the Christ Apostolic Church Worldwide as the site inspection of its Administrative building located at the headquarters of the Ministry situated at Atanda Osengere along Ibadan-Ikire Expressway ended in praise and appreciation to God. The leadership of CAC Worldwide
- ['Oyo Accountant-General didn’t contradict Gov. Makinde on payment to ex-LG chairmen'](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-accountant-general-didnt-contradict-gov-makinde-on-payment-to-ex-lg-chairmen/) - Mrs Kikelomo Adegoke, Accountant-General of Oyo State, did not contradict Governor Seyi Makinde's position on the payment of debt to former local government chairmen and councillors, the state government has said. Recall that the court had ruled that the state government should pay all outstanding dues to the former local government chairmen and councillors that were
- [We don't have fake professors in our system - UI, Redeemers Varsity, EKSU](https://oyoreporters.com/we-dont-have-fake-professors-ui-redeemers-varsity-eksu/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The managements of University of Ibadan, The Redeemers University, Ede; and Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi have denied the allegation that there are fake professors in the instructions. Reports indicting the institutions and other universities in the country as having fake professors among their workforce have since been generating heated controversies. This came as the National
- [Beneficiaries rejoice as lawmaker offsets WAEC fees of indigent students, grants scholarships](https://oyoreporters.com/beneficiaries-rejoice-as-lawmaker-offsets-waec-fees-of-indigent-students-grants-scholarships/) - It was all joy and celebration for the 54 beneficiaries of the WAEC fees and cash awards by Senator Sharafadeen Alli representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly on Thursday in Ibadan. The beneficiaries as well as their parents and guardians commended the lawmaker as cheques were being presented to them during the award ceremony. The
- [Gov. Akeredolu’s corpse brought into Nigeria from Germany](https://oyoreporters.com/gov-akeredolus-corpse-brought-into-nigeria-from-germany/) - The remains of former Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has been brought into the country from Germany. The Chief Press Secretary to the former Governor, Richard Olatunde, announced in a post on his X handle that the plane conveying the body of the deceased touched down in Nigeria at about 3:39 pm on Friday, January 5,
- [Community lauds Sen. Alli over borehole provision](https://oyoreporters.com/community-lauds-sen-alli-over-borehole-provision/) - The inhabitants of Agada community in Lanlate, in Ibarapa East Local Goverment Council Area, have applauded Senator Sharafadeen Alli over the provision of a borehole in the area. The people expressed their gratitude during the inauguration of the new borehole on Thursday in Lanlate, Oyo South Senatorial District. Akeem Abas, Special Adviser (Media) to the senator,
- [2024: Bishop Aladekugbe urges FG to restrategize in addressing economic hardship](https://oyoreporters.com/2024-bishop-aladekugbe-urges-fg-to-restrategize-in-addressing-economic-hardship/) - Bishop, Ibadan North Anglican Diocese, Rt. Reverend Williams Aladekugbe, has advised governments at all levels to reorder their priorities in line with the needs of the citizens in 2024 rather than engaging in mere distribution of palliatives. Akinkugbe noted that aside from the fact that the palliatives being distributed are inadequate to go round the needy, some
- [CAC President advises Tinubu as Gen. Evang. Kolawole reels out prophecies on year 2024](https://oyoreporters.com/cac-president-advises-tinubu-as-gen-evang-kolawole-reels-out-prophecies-on-year-2024/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The President, Christ Apostolic Church Worldwide, CAC, Pastor Henry Ojo, has urged President Bola Tinubu to lead Nigeria with courageous and resolve to lift the country from the backstage position to posterity. Pastor Ojo gave the advice in his charge to Nigerians on Sunday at the CAC Arogungbogunmi Freedom Festival 2023 Conference and Convention
- [Calabar in festive mood during annual carnival ](https://oyoreporters.com/calabar-in-festive-mood-during-annual-carnival/) - Calabar, Cross River State capital, came alive on Thursday as the cultural festival otherwise called Calabar Carnival was being held. The bands that were on hand at the Calabar Carnival appeared in colourful attires. They danced through the streets amid a large turn out of residents. They were flanked by tourists and other fun seekers who were
- [Sen. Alli lauds late Akeredolu's impacts in nation building](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-lauds-late-akeredolus-impacts-in-nation-building/) - The Senator representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly, Sharafadeen Alli, has expressed sadness over the untimely demise of Gov. Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State. Alli's condolences is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, made available to journalists on Wednesday, in Ibadan. The statement read, "It is with a
- [Gov. Makinde sympathises with Akeredolu’s family, Ondo residents, govt.](https://oyoreporters.com/gov-makinde-sympathises-with-akeredolus-family-ondo-residents-govt/) - Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has lamented the death of the Ondo State governor, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu, SAN. In a statement on Wednesday, Makinde said that the death of the former President of the Nigerian Bar Association is a sad loss to Yorubaland and Nigeria. The governor, in the statement dated December 27, 2023, signed by Sulaimon Olanrewaju, Special Adviser (Media)
- [Oyo'll continue to collaborate with investors for development](https://oyoreporters.com/oyoll-continue-to-collaborate-with-investors-for-development/) - Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said that the state is moving forward under his watch. According to Makinde, his government remains open to collaborating with private individuals and businesses to further develop the state. He spoke on Tuesday in Oyo town, during the commissioning of the Dynasty FM. He said the government engineered a modern
- [Baptist Convention decries unabated killings of Christians in Plateau](https://oyoreporters.com/baptist-convention-decries-unabated-killings-of-christians-in-plateau/) - The Nigerian Baptist Convention has decried 'the wanton killings of Christians and destruction of churches' by the Fulani militia in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State. No fewer than 50 people were said to have been killed by the alleged Fulani militias in NTV, Dares, Yelwa and Chirang, where a Baptist church was burnt
- [CHRISTMAS MESSAGE FROM PENTECOSTAL FELLOWSHIP OF NIGERIA. Signed Bishop Francis Wale Oke (President).](https://oyoreporters.com/5428-2/)
- [Bishop Aladekugbe tasks Nigerians on moderation at Christmas ](https://oyoreporters.com/bishop-aladekugbe-tasks-nigerians-on-moderation-at-christmas/) - Rt. Rev. Williams Aladekugbe, Bishop, Ibadan North Anglican Diocese, has tasked Nigerians on the need to celebrate Christmas in moderation. Bishop Aladekugbe spoke in his Christmas day message entitled, 'Significance of Christmas.' He urged the people not to dabble into crime, saying that they should show gratitude to God and love one another in the
- [UK jails Nigerian student for 40 months over terrorism threat](https://oyoreporters.com/uk-jails-nigerian-student-for-40-months-over-terrorism-threat/) - Somtochukwu Okwuoha, a Nigerian student at Dundee University, Scotland, has reportedly bagged 40 months prison term for making terrorism threats against the staff and students of the university. Twenty-six-year-old Okwuoha, a Master’s student found guilty of terrorism threat by a Peth Sheriff Court, would consequently be deported after serving his prison term. The student of
- [Dejumo Lewis of popular TV drama series, ‘Village Headmaster’ dies](https://oyoreporters.com/dejumo-lewis-of-popular-tv-drama-series-village-headmaster-dies/) - Nollywood actor, Dejumo Lewis, is dead. The veteran actor was aged 80 at the time of his death. Saidi Balogun, a veteran Nollywood actor, confirmed Lewis' demise in a post shared on his Instagram account on Saturday morning. Saudi Balogun, sharing the photo of the late drama veteran, wrote, “Good night DEJUMO LEWIS, may your soul rest in perfect peace.
- [IBEDC assures customers of continued services at Xmas, New Year](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-assures-customers-of-continued-services-at-xmas-new-year/) - The Management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has reiterated its commitment to providing seamless services during the Christmas and New Year holidays in the interest of all. The electricity distribution company gave the indication just as it felicitated with Christian faithful on the commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ while also wishing the
- [Sen. Alli lauds Olaoya's virtues during birth anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-lauds-olaoyas-virtues-during-birth-anniversary/) - Sen. Sharafadeen Alli representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly has celebrated Alhaji Mojeed Olaoya, the Oyo South Senatorial Chairman of the All Progredsives Congress, on the occasion of his birth anniversary. He congratulated the APC chieftain in a statement signed by Akeem Abas, his Special Adviser on Media, on Thursday in Ibadan, the state capital. Alli, the
- [Gov. Adeleke seeks amicable resolution of boundary dispute between Oyo, Osun ](https://oyoreporters.com/gov-adeleke-seeks-amicable-resolution-of-boundary-dispute-between-oyo-osun/) - Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has stressed the need for the inhabitants of the boundary communities in Oyo and Osun states to submit to the amicable resolution of all the disputed land instead of fueling the embers of discord. Governor Adeleke gave the advice against the backdrop of the tension in communities such as Ogburo, Papa, Ogun
- [Govt. alone cannot shoulder all responsibilities of maintaining public universities - UBA GMD](https://oyoreporters.com/govt-alone-cannot-shoulder-all-responsibilities-of-maintaining-public-universities-uba-gmd/) - Oliver Alawuba, Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the United Bank for Africa, has stated that the task of maintaining public universities should not be left only in the hand of the government considering the huge resources required. Alawuba reasoned that the private sector needed to contribute its own quota for the Nigerian universities in a
- [Sen. Alli sponsors training on e-commerce, vocational skills for 1000 constituents](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-sponsors-training-on-e-commerce-vocational-skills-for-1000-constituents/) - Sen. Sharafadeen Alli of Oyo South District has empowered nofewer than 1,000 constituents on e-commerce and vocational training. This was announced in a statement signed and made available to journalists in Ibadan on Thursday by his Special Adviser, Akeem Abas. The statement read that the two-day training, held both in Igboora and Ibadan, was aimed at making the
- [Joy overflows as 'Smile Givers Initiative' celebrates Xmas with children with special needs](https://oyoreporters.com/joy-overflows-as-smile-givers-initiative-celebrates-xmas-with-children-with-special-needs/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE There was extreme joy on the faces of children with special needs at the Agbedare Jesus Care Foundation, Orogun, Ibadan, Oyo State last week Saturday as a not-for-profit organization in the state celebrated Christmas in style with them. Apart from food and lots of refreshments, the NGO brought loads of other gifts, including Christmas
- [NGO advocates for payment of salary to housewives, women in unpaid labour](https://oyoreporters.com/ngo-advocates-for-payment-of-salary-to-housewives-women-in-unpaid-labour/) - The Women Safe House Sustenance Initiative, a non governmental organization, has stressed the need for housewives, and women in unpaid labour to be paid salaries in a bid to be freed from poverty and attendant violation. The NGO spoke during its dissemination programme entitled, ‘Advocacy for women in informal and unpaid employment,’ stressing that government should create a
- [Olanrewaju Adepoju, popular Yoruba poet, for burial today](https://oyoreporters.com/olanrewaju-adepoju-popular-yoruba-poet-for-burial-today/) - The family of Alhaji Olanrewaju Adepoju, a leading Yoruba poet, has announced that their patriarch would be buried according to Islamic injunction by 11am today, Monday, December 11, 2023. Adepoju, a writer, artiste and religious leader, died at age 83 on Sunday at his Idi Orogbo residence, off Ring Ring Road, Ibadan, Oyo State around 7 pm. Adejare Adepoju, his son,
- [INEC vows to conduct rerun election in Saki-West within 90 days](https://oyoreporters.com/inec-vows-to-conduct-rerun-election-in-saki-west-within-90-days/) - The Independent National Electoral Commission has indicated its readiness to conduct rerun election in two polling units in Saki West State Constituency in line with the order of the Court of Appeal. Dr Adeniran Tella, Resident Electoral Commissioner in Oyo State, gave the indication on Thursday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria
- [Chancellor harps on academic excellence, spiritual soundness as PCU unveils new VC](https://oyoreporters.com/chancellor-harps-on-academic-excellence-spiritual-soundness-as-pcu-unveils-new-vc/) - The Chancellor of the Precious Cornerstone University, Ibadan, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has expressed the resolve of the university's Council and management to continue to prioritize academic excellence and spiritual soundness for the good of Nigeria and its teeming youths. Bishop Oke spoke on Friday while unveiling the incoming Vice-Chancellor of the PCU, Prof. Timothy Olubisi Adejumo; and the new
- [Residents mourn as 3 Oyo monarchs die in auto crash](https://oyoreporters.com/residents-mourn-as-3-oyo-monarchs-die-in-auto-crash/) - Residents of three communities in Oyo State are currently in mourning mood as their traditional rulers were reported to have lost their lives in a road crash on Friday. It was gathered that the tragedy occurred at Arinkinkin area of Ogbomoso in Oriire Local Government Area of the state. The three deceased Obas are the Olodogbo
- [Sen. Alli pushes for state burial, immortalization of late Taiwo Akinkunmi](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-pushes-for-state-burial-immortalization-of-late-taiwo-akinkunmi/) - The representative of Oyo South District at the National Assembly, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has moved for the immortalization of the designer of the Nigerian flag, late Taiwo Akinkunmi, OFR. Considering the ingenuity and the contribution of the late Akinkunmi to his fatherland, Alli said, "Today, Tuesday 21st of November, I moved a motion for immortalization and
- [N'Assembly Committee working to improve nation's electoral process- Sen. Alli](https://oyoreporters.com/nassembly-committee-working-to-improve-nations-electoral-process-sen-alli/) - The Chairman, Senate Committee on Electoral Matters, Sen. Sharafadeen Alli, has said that the joint committee of the 10th National Assembly on electoral matters is working assiduosly to improve the nation's electoral process. A statement signed by the Special Adviser to Alli on Media, Akeem Abas, quoted the Senator as saying this while featuring on a
- [DOHAL @20: NGO re-strategizes, set to raise N100m for projects](https://oyoreporters.com/dohal-20-ngo-re-strategizes-set-to-raise-n100m-for-projects/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The set man of The Sword of The Spirit Ministries, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has announced that the Dorcas Oke Hope Alive Initiative is set to raise a N100million fund for execution of various human and infrastructural development projects in keeping with the resolve of the NGO to reposition for greater strides 20years after
- [SSASOGA celebrates successful delivery of multi-million naira projects to St. Anne's School](https://oyoreporters.com/ssasoga-celebrates-successful-delivery-of-multi-million-naira-projects-to-st-annes-school/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE 08023927215. It was a time of celebration of success for the Seminary-St Anne's School Old Girls Association as the executive of the association, led by Simisola Onabanjo, rolled out lists of projects that were completed and donated to St. Anne's School, Molete, Ibadan under her watch. Among the projects which were inaugurated on
- [NBA condemns Gov. Adeleke's removal of Osun CJ](https://oyoreporters.com/nba-condemns-gov-adelekes-removal-of-osun-cj/) - The Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, has criticized Governor Ademola Adeleke on the removal of the Chief Judge of Osun State, Justice Adepele Ojo. In a statement issued on Saturday by its National Publicity Secretary, Akorede Lawal, the NBA said that it would not recognise Justice Olayinka Afolabi's appointment as the acting chief judge in the state.
- [LPPMC calls for convocation of party's Congresses](https://oyoreporters.com/lppmc-call-for-convocation-of-partys-congresses/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Labour Party Patriotic Members Congress, LPPMC, has tasked the leadership of the party (LP) to ensure that Congresses are held at its national, state, local and ward levels in line with the tenets of true democracy. The LPPMC made the call at a press conference that was jointly addressed by Dexter 'Femi Akin-Alamu,
- [NDDC minister reads riot act to new board members](https://oyoreporters.com/nddc-minister-reads-riot-act-to-new-board-members/) - Abubakar Momoh, Minister of Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC, has issued stern warnings to the Commission’s Board members to guide against underperformance. The warning was issued on Thursday in Port Harcourt while inaugurating the newly appointed members of the board. Pius Ughakpoten, Director, Corporate Affairs of the Commission, announced this in a statement which he made available to newsmen.
- [Excitement as clergy unveils proposed Zoe University and Philippo Macedonia Foundation](https://oyoreporters.com/excitement-as-clergy-unveils-proposed-zoe-university-and-philippo-macedonia-foundation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE There was excitement in the air on Sunday, November 12, 2023 as Dr Bamidele Ayanlowo unveils the proposed Zoe University and Philippo Macedonia Foundation before a large gathering of friends, associates and eminent personalities. The Function Hall, Jogor Events Centre, Liberty Road, Ibadan venue of the event was filled to the brim even as many
- [PCU 2nd convocation ceremony: Visitor, others demand TETFUND's support to private universities](https://oyoreporters.com/pcu-2nd-convocation-ceremony-visitor-others-demand-tetfunds-support-to-private-universities/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Chancellor, Precious Cornerstone University, Ibadan, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, alongside other stakeholders, urged the Federal Government to extend the Tertiary Education Trust Fund to private universities in a bid to achieve equitable development in the education sector in Nigeria. Bishop Oke and others made the call during the PCU second Convocation Ceremony
- [Groups organise free fish, poultry, vegetable farming training for youth in Ijebuland Nov 20 to Dec 1](https://oyoreporters.com/groups-organise-free-fish-poultry-vegetable-farming-training-for-youth-in-ijebuland-nov-20-to-dec-1/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ijebu Heritage Group, in collaboration with the Ijebu Development Initiative on Poverty Reduction, is set to present a two-week empowerment training workshop for the youth in Ijebuland towards job creation, food abundance and poverty reduction. According to the two groups, the vision was borne out of the desire to engage the youth
- [Gov. Makinde to Corp members: Be committed to national development](https://oyoreporters.com/gov-makinde-to-corp-members-be-committed-to-national-development/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, has described the youths as indispensable and crucial assets to the development of the nation, urging them to use their talents for the development of their fatherland. The governor, represented by the Commissioner for Youth and Sports in the state, Wasilat Adegoke, stated this on Thursday at the NYSC
- [IGP approves redeployment of 14 AIGs, 26 Commissioners of Police](https://oyoreporters.com/igp-approves-redeployment-of-14-aigs-26-commissioners-of-police/) - Kayode Egbetokun, Inspector-General of Police, has approved the posting and redeployment of 14 Assistant Inspectors General of Police and 26 Commissioners of Police to various Commands and Formations in the country. ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, Force Public Relations Officer, made the disclosure on Thursday. Adejobi said the postings “are part of mandate to have a professionally competent, service driven, rule
- [Civil Defence to clamp down on vandals of electricity infrastructures in Oyo](https://oyoreporters.com/civil-defence-to-clamp-down-on-vandals-of-electricity-infrastructures-in-oyo/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Oyo State Command, has indicated its resolve to clamp down on those vandalizing electrical transformers and related facilities in the state. The Commandant of NSCDC in Oyo State, Dr. Michael Adaralewa, gave the indication at the monthly briefing of the Command held on Tuesday, at the Area "A" Command Headquarters, Iyaganku,
- [Afenifere pushes for creation of state police, true federalism](https://oyoreporters.com/afenifere-pushes-for-creation-of-state-police-true-federalism/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation named Afenifere has called for the establishment of state police to combat insecurity occasioned by armed herdsmen's attacks on farmers in some parts of the country. Afenifere observed that the criminal activities of the bandits against farmers would be addressed with the introduction of state police even as it would enhance security at the
- [Flint Aero aircraft crash-lands at Ibadan airport without fatality](https://oyoreporters.com/flint-aero-aircraft-crash-lands-at-ibadan-airport-without-fatality/) - There were apprehensions at the Ibadan airport on Friday evening as a private HS25B aircraft operated by Flint Aero reportedly crash-landed on the runway. However, fatality was not recorded in the mishap despite the fact that the aircraft was said to have sustained significant damage. The flight reportedly departed from Abuja at 6:41 pm, with several high-ranking
- [Uju Kennedy wins The Street Journal’s ‘Super Minister’ award for October](https://oyoreporters.com/uju-kennedy-to-be-honoured-with-an-award-for-emerging-as-the-street-journals-super-minister-for-october/) - . To be awarded Friday, Nov. 3 Uju Kennedy Ohaneye, Minister of Women’s Affairs, has emerged the winner of an online poll conducted by Ireland based newspaper, The Street Journal. The energetic minister came tops in the poll which had four other ministers contending for the ‘Super Minister’ of the month award. She polled 190,848
- [Sen. Alli canvases press freedom as tool for upholding transparency, democratic values](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-canvases-press-freedom-as-tool-for-upholding-transparency-democratic-values/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator representing Oyo South at the National Assembly, Sharafadeen Alli, says press freedom is essential for upholding democratic values and promoting transparency. He spoke in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Akeem Abas, made available to journalists on Thursday in Ibadan. He gave the opinion during the commemoration of the International
- [Rivers crisis: PDP governors in meeting with Wike](https://oyoreporters.com/rivers-crisis-pdp-governors-in-meeting-with-wike/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Peoples Democratic Party Governors’ Forum is in a crucial meeting with Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, in his office in Abuja The members of the Forum, led by their Chairman, Governor Bala Muhammed of Bauchi State, were said to have arrived at his office around 12:40 pm. With Bala were governors of Adamawa,
- [BOVAS group chairman harps on global peace as Oke-Odo Club raises N250m for property development](https://oyoreporters.com/bovas-group-chairman-harps-on-global-peace-as-oke-odo-club-raises-n250m-for-property-development/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE In view of the rising tension that pervades the world especially in the wake of the Israeli- Hamas war, the Chairman of BOVAS Group of Companies, Samson Olusegun Bamidele, has prayed for peace across all sectors of human community. Bamidele spoke in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Saturday, during the launch of a N250million appeal
- [Supreme Court's verdict vindicates the people - Sen. Alli](https://oyoreporters.com/supreme-courts-verdict-vindicates-the-people-sen-alli/) - The electorate have been vindicated by the Supreme Court's verdict which validated the victory of Bola Tinubu and Kashim Shettima as president and vice president respectively in the February 25 general election, Senator Sharafadeen Alli of Oyo South District has said. Alli, who is the Senate Committee Chairman on the Independent National Electoral Commission, expressed his joy at the verdict in
- [S'Court verdict: MURIC asks Atiku to congratulate Tinubu on victory](https://oyoreporters.com/scourt-verdict-muric-asks-atiku-to-congratulate-tinubu-on-victory/) - The Muslim Rights Concern, on Friday, asked former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the last presidential election in the country, to congratulate President Bola Tinubu on his victory. A statement by the Executive Director of MURIC, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, urged Atiku to display the spirit of Islamic brotherhood and
- [CERTA Law Clinics offers free legal advice to indigent residents of Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/certa-law-clinics-offers-free-legal-advice-to-indigent-residents-of-ibadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE CERTA Law Clinics, a legal aid initiative targeted towards providing access to justice for people within the local community, has launched a three-year legal plan of offering free legal advice to 5,000 poor people between year 2023 and 2026. The programme attracted no fewer than 300 local people from Ibadan Southeast Local Government
- [Court disqualifies Pastor Ghandi Olaoye as Soun of Ogbomoso](https://oyoreporters.com/court-disqualifies-pastor-ghandi-olaoye-as-soun-of-ogbomoso/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A High Court sitting in Ogbomoso has ruled that Oba Ghandi Olaoye should be removed from the throne as the Soun of Ogbomoso with a caveat that a fresh selection process should commence immediately. Pastor Ghandi Olaoye was confirmed by the Oyo State Government and was enthroned as the new Soun on September
- [FCT Minister warns ground rent defaulters on impending penalties](https://oyoreporters.com/fct-minister-warns-ground-rent-defaulters-on-impending-penalties/) - Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday in Abuja, warned defaulters of ground rents to urgently offset their debts. Explaining that decisive action would be taken against violators at the expiration of period of grace, Wike express the possibility of revoking the right to the land. He spoke in Abuja in separate meetings with the President, Nigeria
- [Sen. Alli rejoices with Omilabu Ghandi on birth anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-rejoices-with-omilabu-ghandi-on-birth-anniversary/) - The representative of Oyo South Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Sharafadeen Alli, has rejoiced with Alhaji Aderibigbe Omilabu Ghandi, a member of the Providence Coalition, on his birth anniversary. This was announced in a statement signed by Akeem Abas, Special Adviser to Alli on Media, on Saturday in Ibadan, Oyo State. The statement by Alli, Senate Committee Chairman on the
- [UI lauds Mabogunje family during first Memorial Lecture](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-lauds-mabogunje-family-during-first-memorial-lecture/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Professor Kayode Adebowale, Vice-Chancellor, University of Ibadan, has commended the family of late Prof. Akinlawon Ladipo Mabogunje for keeping the flag of their late patriarch, who passed on August 4, 2022 at age 90, flying. Adebowale spoke while receiving a delegation of the family on a courtesy visit to his office. Recalling that
- [22 bag First Class Hons. as Dominion University set to turn out 96 graduates during maiden convocation ceremony](https://oyoreporters.com/22-bag-first-class-hons-as-dominion-university-set-to-turn-out-96-graduates-during-maiden-convocation-ceremony/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A total of 22 graduates of Dominion University, Ibadan from different faculties will, on Friday, bag First Class Honours Division in their respective courses as the institution turns out its first set of graduands numbering 96 after completing their three to four years academic activities in 11 programmes. This was announced on Tuesday
- [UI now a global brand - Chief Akintola](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-now-a-global-brand-chief-akintola/) - A leading Nigerian lawyer, Chief Adeniyi Akintola (SAN), says that the University of Ibadan has become a global brand worth of celebration. Akintola spoke recently while being decorated as a UI@75 Ambassador in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The legal luminary said that UI had outgrown Ibadan and Nigeria as it rose to become a
- [PFN condemns Hamas Militants' attack on civilians in Israel](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-condemns-hamas-militants-attack-on-civilians-in-israel/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria has condemned the gruesome attack on innocent civilians in Israel by the Hamas Militants from Gaza. Report has it that the attack, which occurred in the early hours of Saturday, was carried out by the militants who entered Israel by land, sea and air with some using paragliders.
- [Sen. Alli congratulates Nigerian teachers on World Teachers Day](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-congratulates-nigerian-teachers-on-world-teachers-day/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South District in the Senate, has congratulated teachers in the country on the occasion of the World Teachers Day. His greetings were contained in a statement signed and made available to Oyo Reporters, on Thursday, in Ibadan by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas. In the statement, Alli
- [Senator Alli expresses shock over Tribune Senate Correspondent's death](https://oyoreporters.com/senator-alli-expresses-shock-over-tribune-senate-correspondents-death/) - Senator Sharafadeen Alli, who represents Oyo South District at the National Assembly, has expressed shock over the death of Mr. Tijani Adeyemi, the Tribune Newspaper Correspondent at the Senate. Statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Akeem Abas, made available to journalists on Thursday, read that Adeyemi's sudden death, on Wednesday, left many people in shock. The statement
- [IBEDC felicitates Nigerians at independence, pledges improved power distribution](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-felicitates-nigerians-at-independence-pledges-improved-power-distribution/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has expressed its commitment towards the development and progress of Nigeria through improved electricity distribution within its franchise area. The management of the company gave the assurance in a congratulatory message to Nigerians in anticipation of its 63rd Independence Day anniversary. In the statement made available to Oyo
- [Sen. Alli laments Oyo North APC Women Leader's passage](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-laments-oyo-south-apc-women-leaders-passage/) - Senator representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly, Sharafadeen Alli, has lamented the passage of Princess Adebowale Adenike Atoyebi, the APC Women Leader in Oyo North District, describing the incident as a great loss to her family and the party. Alli spoke in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas,
- [FG to public servants: Drive policies with time-honoured virtues, adoptive skills](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-to-public-servants-drive-policies-with-time-honoured-virtues-adoptive-skills/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Federal Government has stressed the need for public servants to imbibe time-honoured virtues and adoptive skills for effective implementation of policies and programmes of government in consonance with modern work ethics. The Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Sports and Youth Development, Alhaji Ismaila Abubakar, gave the advice on Friday at the retirement programme of the Ministry's Director
- [Tough economy, unstable govt. policies place pressure on businesses in Nigeria - UPPlc.](https://oyoreporters.com/tough-economy-unstable-govt-policies-place-pressure-on-businesses-in-nigeria-upplc/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of the University Press Plc. has attributed the fortune of businesses in recent times to stringent government policies and the challenging global economy. This observation was made by the company at its 2023 Annual General Meeting held at Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre, Mobil Ring Road, Ibadan, Oyo State, on Thursday. Samuel Kolawole,
- [PFN debunks online news platform's report on alleged derogatory statement against CAN](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-denies-online-news-platforms-report-on-alleged-derogatory-statement-against-can/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The leadership of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria has debunked a report credited to its (PFN) President, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, by an online news platform regarding his comment on the Lagos chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria, saying that the publication does not represent the truth. The online news platform had
- [Oyo monarchs will review Obasanjo's outburst - Olugbon of Orile-Igbon](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-monarchs-will-review-obasanjos-outburst-olugbon-of-orile-igbon/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Members of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs have indicated the plan to review their encounter with former President Olusegun Obasanjo against kings at the inauguration of the Iseyin Campus of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology on Friday, September 15, saying that the matter is an internal affair to be addressed
- [Excitement as Sen. Alli donates computers, solar inverters, furniture to schools](https://oyoreporters.com/excitement-as-sen-alli-donates-computers-solar-inverters-furniture-to-schools/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Sen. Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South District at the National Assembly, has donated computer sets, power generating set, solar panels/inverters and some furniture to schools within his district. The disclosure was made in a statement signed and made available to journalists on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas. The statement read
- [20,000 Jehovah's Witnesses to grace Ibadan 2023 Convention](https://oyoreporters.com/20000-jehovahs-witnesses-to-grace-ibadan-2023-convention/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Delegates of Jehovah's Witnesses, numbering about 20,000 from Oyo, Ogun, Kwara and Osun states, are billed to converge on the Ifatumo Assembly Hall for the 2023 Regional Convention with the theme, 'Exercise Patience.' The programme, which is slated to start on Friday September 15, 2023, is holding after the last one that held three years
- [AU Day 2023: PAULESI, varsity dons call for prioritization of Africa's developmental agenda](https://oyoreporters.com/au-day-2023-paulesi-varsity-dons-call-for-prioritization-of-africas-developmental-agenda/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Some university dons have asserted that for Africa to reach its full potentials on sustainable development, the continent's agenda must be refocused and re-prioritised through effective collaboration in core areas of needs. The eggheads spoke recently at the event that commemorated the 2023 Africa Union Day organized by the Pan African University Life and
- [Ooni, Are Onakakanfo, other eminent personalities billed for OHIO @5 anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/ooni-are-onakakanfo-other-eminent-personalities-billed-for-ohio-5-anniversary/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The fifth anniversary of the Oodua Heritage International Organisation is billed to hold on Sunday, October 15. The indication was given in a statement made available to journalists by the founder and the president of the organisation, Otun Balogun Abiodun Adewale Kuku, and Erelu Bolanle Amoke Kuku (Olisa Obaobinrin). Oodua Heritage International Organization (OHIO), a socio-cultural, non governmental
- [Why we founded Council of Yoruba Elders - Chief Onigbinde](https://oyoreporters.com/why-we-founded-council-of-yoruba-elders-chief-onigbinde/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Chief Adegboyega Onigbinde, President, Council of Yoruba Elders, says that unity of purpose among the Yoruba people globally is the rationale behind the launch of the new socio-cultural organisation. Onigbinde spoke at a press conference by the group held at the Oduduwa House, along Iwo-Road, Idi Ape, Ibadan, Oyo State in reaction to insinuations that emerged among the Yoruba groups shortly after
- [Oyo LG poll to hold April 2024 – OYSIEC](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-lg-poll-to-hold-april-2023-oysiec/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission has disclosed that all hands are on deck to conduct the local government election in the state by April next year. The Commission indicated that efforts would be made to sensitize the residents on the need to determine those to steer the ship of governance in their various
- [Court strikes out part of Obi’s petition as judgment delivery progresses](https://oyoreporters.com/court-strikes-out-part-of-obis-petition-as-judgment-delivery-progresses/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE As judgment is being delivered on Peter Obi's petition challenging the declaration of President Bola Tinubu as the winner of the February 25 election, the presidential election petition court has struck out some paragraphs of the case which alleged irregularities and corruption. The tribunal's decision was premised on the fact that the claims were
- [Tribunal dismisses APM’s petition against Tinubu](https://oyoreporters.com/tribunal-dismisses-apms-petition-against-tinubu/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The case by the Allied Peoples Movement, seeking to nullify President Bola Tinubu’s election has been dismissed by the Presidential Election Petition Court sitting in Abuja on the ground of incompetency. Petition by the APM, the tribunal said, contained pre-election matters that could only be determined by the Federal High Court. Justice Haruna Tsammani,
- [Oyo residents commend Gov. Makinde on road rehabilitation projects](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-residents-commend-gov-makinde-on-road-rehabilitation-projects/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Some residents of Oyo State have applauded Governor Seyi Makinde-led administration on the rehabilitation of some roads that were earmarked for repairs across the state in line with the operation zero potholes launched recently. The Chairman of theOyo State Road Maintenance Agency, Busoye Ogunlade, during the inspection of some of the rehabilitated roads in Ibadan, the state capital, on
- [NBC to activate Christian ethos in Nigerian youths at 'Arise Youth Congress 2023'](https://oyoreporters.com/nbc-to-activate-christian-ethos-in-nigerian-youths-at-arise-youth-congress-2023/) - .Baptist Conference youths from Ghana, Cote D’Ivoire, East Africa to grace occasion AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Baptist Convention has harped on the need to ginger the youths to take up the tasks of promoting Christian ethics, values and the legacies that were built over the years rather than leave them to indulge in sinful and unethical practices
- [Sen. Alli eulogises Shettima's virtues at 57](https://oyoreporters.com/alli-eulogises-shettimas-virtues-at-57/) - Chairman, Senate Committee on INEC, Sen. Sharafadeen Alli, has lauded Vice President Kashim Shettima over what he described as his unwavering dedication to serving Nigeria. Alli, who represents Oyo South District at the Senate, paid tribute to the vice president on his 57th birthday anniversary in a statement signed and made available to journalists by his Special Adviser
- [Olubadan crowns 116-year-old man, 31 others king](https://oyoreporters.com/olubadan-crowns-116-year-old-man-31-others-king/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, has crowned a 116-year-old man, named Tiamiyu Olubiyi Oladipupo, alongside 31 other baales (village heads) king. Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State presented staff of office to the 116-year-old man, as the Alaba of Abanla in Oluyole Local Government Area of the state and the other elevated baales on
- [Sen. Alli donates borehole, inverter, solar power to 2 Police divisions in Oyo](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-alli-donates-borehole-inverter-solar-power-to-2-police-divisions-in-oyo/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South Senatorial District, has donated a borehole to Mokola Police Division in Ibadan, Oyo State just as he presented a power generating set and a 3.5kva Inverter with Solar panels to Sango Police Division in the city. This, according to Alli, who is Chairman, Senate Committee on INEC and Vice-Chairman, Senate Committee on Customs, is
- [We're pushing young learners on ICT super highway for national development - Kitian Training Hub](https://oyoreporters.com/were-pushing-young-learners-on-ict-super-highway-for-national-development-kitian-training-hub/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Kitian Training Hub, a non profit organisation, says that one of its agenda is to attract young learners to Information and Communication Technology in line with the prevailing global standard. At the opening of a 2-week training workshop for learners between age eight and 13 at Leadway Victory School, Orogun, Ibadan, Oyo State capital recently,
- [First Bank Group chief solicits support for UI](https://oyoreporters.com/first-bank-group-chief-solicits-support-for-ui/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Dr Adesola Adeduntan, Chief Executive Officer, First Bank Group, has solicited support for University of Ibadan in a bid to ensure that it maintains its pride of place within the comity of the Nigerian universities. Adeduntan spoke during his investiture as a UI@75 Ambassador with a pledge to help the university to improve in the area of
- [Excitement, colour as Shettima, senators, other dignitaries grace Sen. Alli daughter's wedding ceremony](https://oyoreporters.com/excitement-colour-as-shettima-senators-other-dignitaries-grace-sen-alli-daughters-wedding-ceremony/) - Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, was awake with excitement as Vice President Kashim Shettima, alongside some senators in the South-West and other dignitaries in the land, graced Sen. Sharafadeen Alli daughter's wedding ceremony. Alli, who is representing the Oyo South Senatorial District at the National Assembly, gave his daughter's hand in marriage last weekend. The
- [Oluwo urges FG to initiate strong economic ties with China](https://oyoreporters.com/oluwo-urges-fg-to-initiate-strong-economic-ties-china/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE During his recent visit to the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Cui Jianchun, in Abuja, Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Adewale Akanbi, advocated for strong ties between the Federal Government and the Chinese government in a bid to promote production and investment. According to Oba Akanbi, production has placed China ahead of most developed countries,
- [Sen. Akintunde prays election tribunal to dismiss Ilaka's petition](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-akintunde-prays-election-tribunal-to-dismiss-ilakas-petition/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Yunus Akintunde, representing Oyo Central Senatorial District, has urged the National Assembly Election Petition Tribunal to dismiss the petition filed against him by Chief Bisi Ilaka and the Peoples Democratic Party on the ground that it lacks merit. Dr Akintunde's prayer to the tribunal was contained in the joint final written address adopted on
- [Oyo: 1,545 farmers receive seedlings, herbicide, fertilizer in 19 LGAs  ](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-1545-farmers-receive-seedlings-herbicide-fertilizer-in-19-lgas/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Farmers numbering 1,545 from 19 of the 33 local government council areas of Oyo State have received agricultural inputs under the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency project in a scheme powered by the Nigeria Covid-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus in partnership with the World Bank. The agricultural input scheme was said to be in line with Governor
- [Moac Global Media set to launch Online Radio in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/moac-global-media-set-to-launch-online-radio-in-ibadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A digital media company based in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, named Moac Global Media, has indicated its readiness to launch an online radio within the city. A statement dated August 19, 2023, signed by the Chief Executive Officer of the company. Michael Olu Abi Coker, read that the media outfit would provide new contents at
- [President Tinubu, fight the wars for Nigerians, don't fight against them -  PFN President](https://oyoreporters.com/president-tinubu-fght-the-wars-for-nigerians-dont-fight-against-them-pfn-president/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Bishop Francis Wale Oke, President, Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, has tasked President Bola Tinubu and the newly appointed cabinet members to assuage the pains of Nigerians rather than add to their long-drawn anguish and sorrow occasioned by poor governance experienced under the past leadership. He stressed that rather than fight those who did
- [UI receives World Bank's Country Director at symposium on economic recovery](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-receives-world-banks-country-director-at-symposium-on-economic-recovery/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Vice-Chancellor, University of Ibadan, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, received the Country Director of the World Bank, Dr. Shubham Chaudhuri, who delivered the lead paper at a symposium jointly organised by the Department of Agricultural Economics, Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences, and the Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research. Adebowale stated that the symposium, titled, 'Economic opportunity
- [PFN brainstorms on forging urgent healing for Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-brainstorms-on-forging-urgent-healing-for-nigeria/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADEThe Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria has stressed the need for the Church to champion the process of healing of the country in a bid to rescue it from the precipice and the danger of collapse or extinction. The Christian body spoke through its President, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, on Tuesday, while declaring open the
- [OPINION<br>Makinde’s SAfER: From poverty alleviation to wealth creation](https://oyoreporters.com/opinionmakindes-safer-from-poverty-alleviation-to-wealth-creation/) - SULAIMON OLANREWAJU A 2013 research conducted by Anandi Mani, Sendhil Mullainathan, Eldar Shafir and Jiaying Zhao, all of Princeton University in the United States of America, found out that poverty is the greatest enemy of humanity. The study, 'Poverty impedes cognitive function,' found out that poverty and all its related concerns require so much mental
- [Rotaract District 9125 installs Adebayo Babatunde as 15th Rep](https://oyoreporters.com/rotaract-district-9125-installs-adebayo-babatunde-as-15th-rep/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Rotaract District 9125 Nigeria has installed Adebayo Sodiq Babatunde as its 15th District Rotaract Representatives. The event, held on Saturday, at Atlantis Event Centre, Osogbo, Osun State, saw Babatunde as the last DRR of District 9125 as the Rotary International approved that it should be splitted into two separate districts. Rotaract District 9125 Nigeria comprises 23 states
- [965 farmers across 12 LGAs in Oyo receive free agricultural inputs](https://oyoreporters.com/965-farmers-across-12-lgas-in-oyo-receive-free-agricultural-inputs/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A total of 965 farmers have been captured in the ongoing distribution of agricultural inputs under the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency scheme being run in conjunction with the World Bank. Available record shows that the 965 beneficiaries, drawn from Iwajowa, Kajola, Iseyin, Ibarapa East, Ibarapa North, Ido, Saki East, Oorelope, Olorunsogo, Oriire,
- [Project: FAO lauds UI on performance](https://oyoreporters.com/project-fao-lauds-ui-on-performance/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations has lauded University of Ibadan on the completion of a project titled, 'Aquaculture and rural communities: Farm diversification process through integrated agriculture - Aquaculture systems and nutrition-sensitive value chains for better nutrition outcomes in Kebbi and Ebonyi states, Nigeria.' The FAO Project Coordinator and Investigator, Dr. Oluwafemi
- [Oyo pledges technology-driven education for advancement during The Poly Ibadan Management's visit to Commissioner](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-pledges-technology-driven-education-for-advancement-during-the-poly-ibadan-managements-visit-to-commissioner/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Oyo State Government has indicated its resolve to promote and support technology-driven education for the overall development of the state. The disclosure was made by the Commissioner for Education in the state, Prof. Salihu Abdulwaheed Adelabu, while receiving the management of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, led by the Rector, Prof. Kazeem Adekunle
- [Eminent personalities applaud Alli's appointment as senate committee chairman](https://oyoreporters.com/eminent-personalities-applaud-allis-appointment-as-senate-committee-chairman/) - The appointment of Senator Sharafadeen Alli of Oyo South District as Senate Committee Chairman on Independent National Electoral Commission has been described by some leading personalities as putting round peg in a round hole. Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, announced the names of the newly appointed committee chairmen at the red chamber of the National Assembly on Monday. Alli, who
- [Oyo: Excitement as 260 farmers get inputs in Iseyin, Kajola, Iwajowa LGAs](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-excitement-as-260-farmers-get-inputs-in-iseyin-kajola-iwajowa-lgas/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Farmers in Iseyin, Kajola and Iwajowa local government council areas of Oyo State were full of excitement as they received cassava stems, rice seedlings, tomatoes seedlings, maize, herbicides and fertilizers recently. Kolawole Adewumi Bamigbola, who is the State Coordinator, Nigeria Covid-19 Action Recovery and Economic Stimulus, Result Area 2, said that the initiative was in
- [Oba Balogun, a blessing to Ibadanland - Senator Alli](https://oyoreporters.com/oba-balogun-a-blessing-to-ibadanland-senator-alli/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The representative of Oyo South District at the National Assembly, Sen. Sharafadeen Alli, has congratulated the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olalekan Balogun, on his first anniversary on the throne describing his reign as a blessing to the people of Ibadanland. Alli spoke in a statement signed and made available to journalists by his Media Aide, Mr
- [Senator Alli, two others emerge senate committee chairmen](https://oyoreporters.com/senator-alli-two-others-emerge-senate-committee-chairmen/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli from Oyo South District of Oyo State has been named the Senate Committee Chairmen on the Independent National Elecetoral Commission. This came as his contemporaries from Oyo North, Abdulfatai Buhari; and Oyo Central, Yunus Akintunde, emerged as senate committee chairmen on Aviation and Environment respectively. Their appointment as chairmen of the committees was announced at the Red Chambers
- [UI congratulates Prof. Aremu over appointment as Chairman, Osun Education Summit 2023](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-congratulates-prof-aremu-over-appointment-as-chairman-osun-education-summit-2023/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of University of Ibadan has congratulated Prof. Oyesoji Aremu, the immediate past Head of Department, Counselling and Human Development Studies, Faculty of Education of the University for his recent appointment as the Chairman of the Osun State Education Summit 2023. The education summit would be held between August 22 and 24. In
- [Christian leaders, others fault Nigerian democratic system during Pastor Femi Emmanuel lecture series in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/christian-leaders-others-fault-nigerian-democratic-system-during-pastor-femi-emmanuel-lecture-series-in-ibadan/) - .Counsel youth on way forward AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Some Christian leaders, academics and other stakeholders in the land have expressed worries about the Nigerian democratic style, noting that rather than make progress, the wasteful system has continued to hinder the development of the country. They gave their views during the year 2023 edition of the Pastor Femi
- [Oyo partners UNICEF on relaunch of Social Mobilisation Committee](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-partners-unicef-on-relaunch-of-social-mobilisation-committee/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Oyo State Government has, in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund, re-launched the Social Mobilisation Committee in the state. According to the Director, Press and Public Relations, Ministry of Information and Orientation, Rotimi Babalola, the committee was re-launched on Thursday at the office of the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade. OyoReporters learnt that
- [Expert recommends intake of herbs for improved wellness](https://oyoreporters.com/expert-advocates-the-intake-of-herbs-to-improve-wellness/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Professor Oluwatosin Adaramoye of Biochemistry Department, University of Ibadan has called for deliberate intake of herbs, saying it is a proactive approach to lifestyle. Adaramoye added that doing so would protect the body from diseases, improve health and enhance the quality of life and wellbeing. The don spoke while delivering the 530th inaugural lecture of the
- [Splash 105.5 FM Radio management to celebrate Oba Akande's 84th birth anniversary](https://oyoreporters.com/splash-105-5-fm-radio-management-to-celebrate-oba-akandes-84th-birth-anniversary/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Plans are underway to celebrate the 84th birthday of Oba Adebayo Akande (MFR) and the 16th anniversary of Splash 105.5FM, the first privately owned radio station in Ibadan, the management of West-Midlands Communication Limited, has said. Recall that Splash 105.5 FM Station was founded by the newly installed king. According to the General Manager of the
- [IBEDC partners i-Recharge on transfer of payment via customers' meter accounts](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-partners-i-recharge-on-transfer-of-payment-via-customers-meter-accounts/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has introduced a new payment format that enables electricity consumers within its franchise area to recharge their meters through transfer into their customers' meter accounts. The new system was introduced in partnership with i-Recharge, an electronic distribution outfit that provides financial services and platform for people to buy virtual
- [CAC Arogungbogunmi celebrates 27th anniversary in grand style](https://oyoreporters.com/cac-arogungbogunmi-celebrates-27th-anniversary-in-grand-style/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Worshippers at Christ Apostolic Church, Arogungbogunmi, Olomi, Ibadan, Oyo State rolled out the drum in celebration of God's goodness and mercy on Sunday, July 16, 2023 to mark its 27th anniversary. The anniversary, with the theme, 'The resurrection and life, witnessed a large turnout of national leaders of CAC Worldwide as well as
- [I don't think an average teacher in Osun State should worry about training and assessment - Prof. Aremu, Chairman, Osun Education Summit 2023](https://oyoreporters.com/i-dont-think-an-average-teacher-in-osun-state-should-worry-about-training-and-assessment-prof-aremu-chairman-osun-education-summit-2023/) - Professor Oyesoji Aremu, Head of Department, Counselling and Human Development Studies, Faculty of Education, University of Ibadan, is the Chairman, the Osun State Education Summit 2023. He sheds light on the terms of reference of his members vis-a-vis the state of education in the state and what to expect from the summit in this interview with AKINWALE
- [Market leaders commend Senator Alli over palliative](https://oyoreporters.com/market-leaders-commend-senator-alli-over-palliative/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Sharafadeen Alli, representing Oyo South District, was on Wednesday, lauded by market leaders in Oyo State for his gestures towards them as the country passes through challenging moment. The traders gave kudos while receiving Sallah palliatives from the senator. The gifts were distributed in fulfilment of his pledge to regularly support the traders and to ensure that they
- [IBEDC to upgrade prepaid meters in compliance with global standards](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-to-upgrade-prepaid-meters-in-compliance-with-global-standards/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has indicated plan to upgrade prepaid meters for its Standard Transfer Specification in a bid to enhance efficiency in line with global standards. The upgrade, tagged Token Identification Rollover, is said to be aimed at ensuring the continued operation of prepaid meters while maintaining customer satisfaction. Engineer
- [UI delegation seeks endowment in late Subomi Balogun's memory during visit to deceased's family house](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-delegation-seeks-endowment-in-late-subomi-baloguns-memory-during-visit-to-deceaseds-family-house/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A delegation from the University of Ibadan, led by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, has appealed to the family of the late Otunba Subomi Balogun, a foremost banker and philanthropist, to initiate an endowment in the name of the Balogun family. Adebowale made the call during a recent visit by the delegation on behalf of the university's Council, Senate,
- [Lagos workers warm up for digital operations training following subsidy removal](https://oyoreporters.com/lagos-workers-warm-up-for-digital-operations-training-following-subsidy-removal/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A public lecture for workers on the need to embrace digital operations in a bid to reduce the effects of removal of fuel subsidy on service delivery in the state is being organised by the Lagos State Public Service. The disclosure was made on Thursday by the Lagos State Head of Service, Mr. Hakeem Muri-Okunola, at a
- [Serving under Gov. Makinde was an opportunity because I understood the job assigned to me - Engr. Wale Ajani](https://oyoreporters.com/serving-under-gov-makinde-was-an-opportunity-because-i-understand-the-job-assigned-to-me-engr-wale-ajani/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Engineer Wale Ajani, former Director-General, Oyo State Liaison Office, Abuja and Lagos, has described his short stint working under Governor Seyi Makinde as worthwhile, saying that he is ready to bring more of his career experiences to bear for the growth and development of the state anytime. Ajani spoke recently during a meeting
- [Let's learn from History as a way of life - Don](https://oyoreporters.com/lets-learn-from-history-as-a-way-of-life-don/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Professor Simon Ajayi of History Department, University of Ibadan, has reiterated the need to place History in its rightful place, explaining that rather than just learning it as a school subject, it should be learnt as a way of life, individually and corporately as a nation state. Ajayi made the call while delivering an inaugural
- [Sallah: IBEDC tasks citizens to embrace love](https://oyoreporters.com/sallah-ibedc-tasks-citizens-to-embrace-love/) - .Launches Convenient Payment App The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has expressed joy to Muslims across the country, including other Nigerians on the occasion of the Eid-El-Kabir. The Managing Director of the electricity distribution company, Kingsley Achife, emphasized in a statement that Eid-El-Kabir epitomizes values of love and sacrifice, which are fundamental to human existence
- [TURN Plastic Foundation sensitizes students on waste recycling, launches club](https://oyoreporters.com/turn-plastic-foundation-sensitizes-students-on-waste-recycling-launches-club/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A Not-for-profit organization, TURN Plastic Foundation, has trained students of Bloombreed High School, Elelenwo, Port Harcourt, River State, on how to turn waste to wealth through recycling of plastic bottles. The NGO engaged the SS1 students of Bloombreed High School on how to transform waste into valuable resources by recycling plastic bottles. On
- [President Tinubu dissolves governing board of parastatals, agencies, institutions](https://oyoreporters.com/president-tinubu-dissolves-governing-board-of-parastatals-agencies-institutions/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE President Bola Tinubu has approved the dissolution of the governing boards of all Federal Government parastatals, agencies, institutions and government-owned companies. The President's decision, said to have been taken "in the exercise of his constitutional powers and in public interest," takes immediate effect. This disclosure was made in a statement signed by Willie Bassey,
- [Tinubu sacks Service Chiefs, IGP; appoints Ribadu, Gen. Musa, Gen. Lagbaja, Egbetokun, others](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-sacks-service-chiefs-igp-appoints-ribadu-gen-musa-gen-lagbaja-egbetokun-others/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE There was a major shakeup in the nation's security architectire on Monday as President Bola Tinubu fired the Chief of Defence Staff alongside all Service Chiefs, the Inspector General of Police, Usman Baba Alkali; and the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Col. Hameed Ali. Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of
- [FG should show greater commitment to education - Varsity don](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-should-show-greater-commitment-to-education-varsity-don/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Prof. Olajumoke Morenikeji, Dean, Faculty of Applied Sciences, KolaDaisi University, Ibadan, has urged the Federal Government to show greater commitment to education by increase the budgetary allocation to the sector. Morenikeji also urged the new administration to prioritize the welfare of lecturers and payment of the eight-month outstanding salaries of the Academic Staff Union of Universities. She spoke
- [THE PENTECOSTAL FELLOWSHIP OF NIGERIA CONGRATULATES NIGERIA'S 16TH PRESIDENT, ASIWAJU BOLA AHMED TINUBU](https://oyoreporters.com/the-pentecostal-fellowship-of-nigeria-congratulates-nigerias-16th-president-asiwaju-bola-ahmed-tinubu/) - It is with all prayerfulness that the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), congratulates Nigeria's 16th President, the 7th in our current democratic dispensation, His Excellency, Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the entire people of Nigeria, home and abroad. Mr President, to emerge, you fought a good fight, you demonstrated uncommon courage, strategic capability and real grit.
- [Oyo, Ogun, Osun others to buy petrol between N500, N577 per litre](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-ogun-osun-others-to-buy-petrol-between-n500-n577-per-litre/) - .Lagos to pay N488 AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has announced a new price regime for the all important premium motor spirit popularly called petrol putting the new pump price between N488 and N577 per litre. As contained in a template by the NNPCL, the new price regime across the nation is effective
- [LP's witness tenders US verdict on Tinubu’s $460,000 forfeiture](https://oyoreporters.com/lps-witness-tenders-us-verdict-on-tinubus-460000-forfeiture/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The first witness in the election petition between Peter Obi of the Labour Party and President Bola Tinubu of the ruling All Progressives Congress was called in court on Tuesday. The LP's witness, namely Lawrence Nwakaeti, a legal practitioner, deposed to the witness statement on March 20.Jibrin Okutepa, counsel for the LP and its presidential candidate, indicated
- [Smile Givers Charity Initiative creates fun for less privileged children in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/smile-givers-charity-initiative-creates-fun-for-less-privileged-children-in-ibadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Smile Givers Charity Initiative, a non profit making organization threw party for the less privileged children at the Smile Givers Nursery and Primary School, a free school for the less privileged located at Babington First Gate, Bodmas Junction area of Ibadan, the Oyo State capital on Saturday. The party that lasted about three hours
- [I understand the magnitude of the honour conferred on me - Tinubu](https://oyoreporters.com/i-understand-the-magnitude-of-the-honour-conferred-on-me-tinubu/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has said that he appreciated the magnitude of the honour conferred on him today by President Muhammadu Buhari. Tinubu said this in his acceptance speech after being conferred with the National Honour of Grand Commander of the Federal Republic at the State House Banquet Hall, Abuja on Thursday. Stating that Nigerians deserved
- [Olugbon becomes Chancellor of Enugu Medical Science University](https://oyoreporters.com/olugbon-becomes-chancellor-of-enugu-medical-science-university/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Oba Francis Alao, the Olugbon of Orile-Igbon, has been designated as the Chancellor, Enugu State University of Medical and Applied Sciences. Olugbon's appointment was conveyed in a letter that was signed by Prof. Simon Ortuanya, Secretary to the State Government, Enugu State. The letter, dated May 22, read that Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi approved the appointment
- [Ibadan Solidarity Group awards Tinubu, inducts Makinde as patron](https://oyoreporters.com/ibadan-solidarity-group-awards-tinubu-inducts-makinde-as-patron/) - .Honours First Bank GMD, Adeolu Akande, others AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The president-elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has been awarded as Father of Democracy in Nigeria by the Ibadan Solidarity Group. This came as the ISG inducted Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State as its patron. ISG, a leading elite club in Ibadan, also awarded Dr Adesola Adeduntan, the First Bank Group Managing
- [Nollywood mourns again as Baba Igbomina passes on](https://oyoreporters.com/nollywood-mourns-again-as-baba-igbomina-passes-on/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nollywood has suffered another blow as veteran Yoruba actor, Prince Adewale Adeyemo, popularly called Baba Igbomina passes on. Baba Igbomina died on Monday morning, eight days after the passage of Murphy Afolabi at age 49. Baba Igbomina was said to have been ill for some time. News of his death was announced
- [NAS inducts ex-PAULESI director, nine others as fellows](https://oyoreporters.com/nas-inducts-ex-paulesi-director-nine-others/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigerian Academy of Science has inducted Prof. Esther Titilayo Akinlabi, former Director, Pan African University, Life and Earth Sciences Institute, University of Ibadan, alongside nine others as its fellows during its 2023 public lecture and induction of fellows held at Reiz Continental Hotel, Abuja. Lecture titled, 'Great Nations Pay Heed to Nurturing the
- [Experts push for regulations against plastic pollution](https://oyoreporters.com/experts-push-for-regulations-against-plastic-pollution/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Experts in the Circular Plastic Economy sector have called for the enforcement of regulations in a bid to address the growing challenges of plastic pollution in the land. The experts spoke recently at the opening of the second Stakeholders’ Engagement Workshop on Circular Plastic Economy Innovation Hub in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
- [PAULESI matriculates 110 students in 9 Masters, 5 PhD degree programmes](https://oyoreporters.com/paulesi-matriculates-110-students-in-9-masters-5-phd-degree-programmes/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pan Africa University Life and Earth Sciences Institute (including Health and Agriculture), University of Ibadan, has matriculated a total of 110 students in nine Masters and five PhD degree programmes. During its 10th matriculation ceremony held at the Ajibode Extension, UI Campus of PAULESI, the Deputy Director of the Institute, Prof. Michael Adeyinka Oladunjoye, said that "In the history
- [UI pledges to raise standards as Council of Legal Education visits](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-pledges-to-raise-standards-as-council-of-legal-education-visits/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of University of Ibadan has expressed the determination to raise the standard of the Faculty of Law of the university with the support of its Law alumni. The Vice-Chancellor of UI, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, gave the indication through the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic, Prof. Aderonke Baiyeroju, while receiving a team from the Council of Legal Education during
- [OYSADA kickstarts distribution of biometric card for YEAP members as 30 farmers receive implements](https://oyoreporters.com/oysada-kickstarts-distribution-of-biometric-card-for-yeap-members-as-30-farmers-receive-implements/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Oyo State Government has commenced the distribution of biometric cards for members of the Youth Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness Project in the state through the State Agribusiness Development Agency. According to Dr. Debo Akande, the Director General of OYSADA, the card would help in phasing out fraud in the agricultural sector. He explained that the state government,
- [Farmers in Oorelope, council chairman laud Oyo govt. on OYSADA, N-CARES Farm Assets Distribution scheme](https://oyoreporters.com/farmers-in-oorelope-council-chairman-laud-oyo-govt-on-oysada-n-cares-farm-assets-distribution-scheme/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Chairman, Oorelope Local Government, Raheem Adepoju, has lauded Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State for supporting farmers in the state with the distribution of farming tools via the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency under the N-CARES programme. Raheem, in an interview with journalists at the precinct of the presentation of materials to farmers at the local government
- [TCN to begin mass disconnection of electricity supply due to poor remittances - IBEDC](https://oyoreporters.com/tcn-to-begin-mass-disconnection-of-electricity-supply-due-to-poor-remittances-ibedc/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADEThe Ibadan Electricity Distribution company Plc. has disclosed plan by the Transmission Company of Nigeria to disconnect its feeders from the national grid as a result of poor remittances. This is contained in a statement made available to Oyo Reporters on Wednesday, signed by Kingsley Achife, Chief Executive Officer of the IBEDC. The action, according to the statement,
- [We'll secure farmers, Yoruba territory against external forces -Agbekoya](https://oyoreporters.com/well-secure-farmers-yoruba-territory-against-external-forces-agbekoya/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE For peace, progress and abundant food production to be attained, the Agbekoya Coalition Group has pledged its determination to tackle insecurity in Yoruba land in partnership with major stakeholders. Agbekoya gave the assurances through its Jagunmolu, Chief Kunle Adelakun Eruobodo, during its national security and peace meeting held on Monday, May 1, at the IDC Model
- [Prof. Olayinka, Ikime's son mourn renowned historian](https://oyoreporters.com/prof-olayinka-ikimes-son-mourn-renowned-historian/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Prof. Idowu Olayinka, former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, has grieved over the death of Prof. Obaro Ikime, a renowned historian. In an interview in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Wednesday, Olayinka, said that Ikime’s death signalled the passage of a global scholar and doyen of Ibadan School of History. According to him, news of his
- [Planning, management of human settlements should be indigenised in Nigeria - UI don](https://oyoreporters.com/planning-management-of-human-settlements-should-be-indigenised-in-nigeria-ui-don/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Professor Bolanle Waheed Wahab of the Urban and Regional Planning, University of Ibadan, has called for the indigenisation of planning and management of human settlements through the use of indigenous personnel and techniques. The don spoke while delivering the 522nd Inaugural lecture of the University of Ibadan titled, 'Informal communities and planned slums: The tragedy of environmental planning without
- [Experts guide new students on ethical conducts during PAULESI orientation programme](https://oyoreporters.com/experts-guide-new-students-on-ethical-conducts-during-paulesi-orientation-programme/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Veterans in various fields of human endeavours have taken the newly admitted students of the Pan African University of Life and Earth Sciences Institute, University of Ibadan on ethical conducts in fields of health, gender issues, security, environmental, educational, cultural practices etc. as part of the year 2023 orientation programme of the institution. Among
- [Residents of Oganla, Wire and Cable, others lament deplorable state of community road](https://oyoreporters.com/residents-of-oganla-wire-and-cable-others-lament-deplorable-state-of-community-road/) - . Urge Makinde to intervene AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Residents of Wire and Cable/Orisunmibare/Ita Faaji/Oganla Community in Ido Local Government Area of Oyo State are currently grieving over the deplorable state of the road leading to their communities. According to them, time is now for the Governor Seyi Makinde-led administration to come to their aid by constructing the only
- [Honest agenda for Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu](https://oyoreporters.com/honest-agenda-for-asiwaju-bola-ahmed-tinubu/) - BY OLUGBENGA LEKE OYEWOLE, ex- Senior Special Assistant on Maritime Services to former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan During the last One-On-One opportunity I had with President Goodluck Jonathan as his Senior Special Assistant on Maritime Services, he said: ‘If the opportunity arises for you to work withthe incoming Administration, I want you to work with
- [Oyewole, ex-SSA to former President Jonathan advises Tinubu on way forward](https://oyoreporters.com/oyewole-ex-ssa-to-former-president-jonathan-advises-tinubu-on-way-forward/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Mr. Olugbenga Leke Oyewole, former Senior Special Assistant to ex-President Ebele Jonathan on Maritime Services, has advised the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to ensure that his administration places premium on development across the six geo-political zones of the country. If this is done, Oyewole said that the incoming administration would be able to
- [Crowd of supporters welcome Tinubu back to Nigeria ahead of May 29 inauguration](https://oyoreporters.com/crowd-of-supporters-welcome-tinubu-back-to-nigeria-ahead-of-may-29-inauguration/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President-elect, was on Monday received by a mammoth crowd of supporters and associates at the Presidential Wing of the Nnamdi Azikwe International Airport, Abuja where his plane touched down. Tinubu went for rest in Paris, France for nearly one month, on March 21, after the elections. The President-elect was in company with his wife, Senator
- [IBEDC introduces easy metering, congratulates Muslims on Eid-Fitri](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-introduces-easy-metering-congratulates-muslims-on-eid-fitri/) - The Management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has introduced what it called the Easy MAPS, a simplified way for customers to get metered. IBEDC made this known in a goodwill message to its customers and Nigerians on the occasion of Eid-Fitri. In the message, the Managing Director of IBEDC, Engr. Kinsley Achife, congratulated Muslims on the successful completion
- [Uniting African Diaspora: VisionAfric launches AVA 2050 to leapfrog Africa into 'Global Superpower'](https://oyoreporters.com/uniting-african-diaspora-visionafric-launches-ava-2050-to-leapfrog-africa-into-global-superpower/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE VisionAfric NPC, a registered non profit making Pan-African Organization under the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission, South Africa, has expressed its readiness to change the African story by investing its energy on reshaping, rebranding and rebirthing a secured and self-sustainable continent. The body spoke in a statement titled, 'Uniting African Diaspora: VisionAfric launches
- [Friends, family members, others celebrate late Pa Orojobi at final burial ceremony in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/friends-family-members-others-celebrate-late-pa-orojobi-at-final-burial-ceremony-in-ibadan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Friends, family members, associates and many others trooped out on Saturday, April 1 to pay last respect to Pa Joshua Oyewole Orojobi, former lecturer at the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State during the lying in state, burial service and reception held in his honour. The man died at age 87. Pa Orojobi's children
- [Campuslabs, The 234 Project train youth on employability skills](https://oyoreporters.com/campuslabs-234project-train-youth-on-employment-skills/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Two non-profit organizations, Campuslabs and The 234Project are currently embarking on training of fresh graduates and undergraduates from the nation's universities and polytechnics on needed skills to excel during job interviews and to cope as a staff in the corporate world. The six weeks training for the Ibadan Cohorts, under the Employability Incubator scheme, is currently
- [IBEDC cautions against assault on staff during Easter holiday](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-cautions-against-assault-on-staff-during-easter-holiday/) - .Promises improved services AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has expressed joy with Christians as they celebrate Easter. The company seized the occasion to urge the people to demonstrate Godly virtues of compassion, kindness and tolerance. The Managing Director of IBEDC, Kingsley Achife, wishing all its customers and Nigerians a safe
- [Cleric, others call for service to humanity at Pa Orojobi's wake keep](https://oyoreporters.com/cleric-others-call-for-service-to-humanity-at-pa-orojobis-wake-keep/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Citizens have been urged to live a life of service for the benefit of mankind in general in line with the perfect will of God rather than focusing attention on selfish needs. The Chaplain, Chapel of Resurrection, University of Ibadan, Ven. VI Oladele and Prof. Victoria Adetunji, among others gave the charge in
- ['Nigerian universities must be transparent, law abiding'](https://oyoreporters.com/nigerian-universities-must-be-transparent-law-abiding/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Nigerian universities must be transparent in line with the international best practices in the employment of Vice-Chancellors and other principal officers in a bid to curb the erosion and corrosion of the laws and guiding principles by which they were established, a former Registrar of the Ekiti State University, Dr Omojola Awosusi, has said.
- [Saint Caroline Private School, Valencia shine during French competition in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/saint-caroline-private-school-valencia-shine-during-french-competition-in-ibadan/) - It was a rewarding moment as Saint Caroline Private School, Agbofieti, Ibadan came first in songs and drama competition while Valencia Schools, Bodija, Ibadan emerged first in quiz competition during a programme organised by Alliance Francaise, Ibadan, on Tuesday. Seven schools, including Ibadan International School, Valencia and Bodija International School, all in Ibadan, were represented
- [Gen. Diya dies at age 79](https://oyoreporters.com/gen-diya-dies-at-age-79/) - The death of Lt- General Oladipo Diya (retd.) has been reported. The incident was said to have been announced by Prince Oyesinmilola Diya. Oyesinmilola was quoted as saying that the former military administrator passed on in the early hours of Sunday, 26th March 2023. Born on 3rd of April, 1944, Diya was Military Governor of Ogun
- [UI management commends security officer over honest conduct](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-management-commends-security-officer-over-honest-conduct/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of the University of Ibadan has awarded a letter of commendation to Mr Amidu Oyekanmi, an Assistant Security Officer, for his diligence and honesty in service. Oyekanmi, on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, found a purse belonging to another member of staff of the institution and returned it. It was learnt that the purse contained ATM cards,
- [Old Students' Association lauds Prof. Aderinto over academic award](https://oyoreporters.com/old-students-association-lauds-prof-aderinto-over-academic-award/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Old Students' Association of Ibadan City Academy felicitates Prof. Saheed Aderinto, one of its members, who emerged as this year's winner of the Dan David Prize. Aderinto, a 44-year-old Nigerian-American Professor of History and African and Diaspora Studies at the Florida International University, is the first Nigerian to receive the $300,000 Dan David Prize, an endowment founded in year 2000 by
- [Police begin probe into Oyo APC, PDP members clash](https://oyoreporters.com/police-begin-probe-into-oyo-apc-pdp-members-clash/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Police in Oyo State, on Friday, said that it had begun a probe into the fatal clash between supporters of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party and the All Progressives Congress in Ibadan, the state capital. The clash, on Thursday, at the Ile-tuntun area, Ibadan South-East Local Government Area, left three people dead. The Police Public Relations Officer, Adewale
- [Ilana Omo Oodua debunks alleged damaging claims against Prof. Akintoye](https://oyoreporters.com/ilana-omo-oodua-debunks-alleged-damaging-claims-against-prof-akintoye/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Frontline Yoruba self-determination group, the Ilana Omo Oodua, has described as untrue the viral negative information against its leader, Prof. Banji Akintoye, on the social media platforms noting that some aggrieved elements were at work. The Ilana Omo Oodua queried the veracity of the allegations that were purportedly made by Prof. Wale Adeniran,
- [Agbekoya Coalition Groups vow to resist attempts to truncate Tinubu's victory](https://oyoreporters.com/agbekoya-coalition-groups-vow-to-resist-attempts-to-truncate-tinubus-victory/) - The Agbekoya Coalition Groups have vowed that they would resist attempts by individuals or group of persons striving to subvert Asiwaju Bola Tinubu's victory in the Saturday, February 25 presidential election, stressing that history of annulled elections would no longer be repeated in the country. Speaking against the backdrop of the annulled June 12 1993
- [LP endorses PDP gov candidate in Rivers](https://oyoreporters.com/lp-endorses-pdp-gov-candidate-in-rivers/) - The Labour Party in Rivers State has endorsed Sim Fubara, the Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate for support in the countdown to the March 11 elections. Deinye Pepple, state Chairman of LP in the state announced this at a press briefing in Port Harcourt on Tuesday. Among other reasons, he explained that Fubara’s senatorial district had yet to produce
- [Supreme Court okays spending of old N500, N1,000 notes till Dec 31](https://oyoreporters.com/supreme-court-okays-spending-of-old-n500-n1000-notes-till-dec-31/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The old N500 and N1000 notes are still recognized as nation's legal tender until December 31, the Supreme Court has held. This came in a unanimous decision by a seven-member-panel of Justices, who held that the old banknotes should remain valid as means of transaction. The Supreme Court held that the old Naira notes should
- [UI celebrates its lecturers on ACU/ NOUN PEBL programme](https://oyoreporters.com/ui-celebrates-its-lecturers-on-acu-noun-pebl-programme/) - A total of 27 lecturers of the University of Ibadan who participated in the ACU/NOUN Partnership of Enhanced Blended Learning programme were, on Thursday, honoured by the institution as worthy ambassadors. The lecturers, drawn from various departments of the university, were presented with certificates and letters of commendation. In his address on the occasion, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, Vice-Chancellor,
- [Obi's candidacy affected PDP in its strongholds, he could not have won presidential poll - Atiku](https://oyoreporters.com/obis-candidacy-affected-pdp-in-its-strongholds-he-could-not-have-won-presidential-poll-atiku/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, has said that Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, could not have won Saturday’s presidential election by leading in two zones. Atiku premised his submission on Obi's inability to get the constitutionally required spread needed to be declared president. Atiku spoke on Thursday in
- [Rewrite Nigerian Constitution in simple English, document Customary Law - UI don](https://oyoreporters.com/rewrite-nigerian-constitution-in-simple-english-document-customary-law-ui-don/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Professor John Akintayo of the Faculty of Law, University of Ibadan, on Thursday, advised that the Constitution of the country should be rewritten in simple and plain English. The Professor of Jurisprudence and International Law counselled that the Constitution should also be re-examined periodically by a body of technical experts in the broader context of
- [I have no doubt, Tinubu will perform well as Nigeria President - IBB](https://oyoreporters.com/i-have-no-doubt-tinubu-will-perform-well-as-nigeria-president-ibb/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE There is no doubt that the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, will perform creditably in office, former military president, Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (retd.), has said. IBB spoke in a congratulatory message to Tinubu, winner of the 2023 presidential election. In the statement issued by the media office of the former military president, IBB lauded the
- [Tinubu to receive INEC's 'certificate of return' as winner of 2023 presidential election today](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-to-receive-inecs-certificate-of-return-as-winner-of-2023-presidential-election-today/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, will today, receive the certificate of return as the winner of the year 2023 presidential election in Abuja. Tinubu was declared the winner and president-elect by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The Asiwaju polled a total of 8,794,726 votes in the 2023 presidential election. This
- [Why we want declaration of elections results to be speedy - INEC](https://oyoreporters.com/why-we-want-declaration-of-elections-results-to-be-speedy-inec/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The declaration of results of the presidential election will be speedy in a bid to ease tension, the Independent National Electoral Commission has said. Professor Mahmood Yakubu, INEC Chairman, made the disclosure at a press briefing in Abuja on Friday. Yakubu said that the Commission would speed up the process of declaring the presidential result to
- [APGA Reps candidate for Ibadan SW/NW collapses structure for LP's Sunday Oni](https://oyoreporters.com/apga-reps-candidate-for-ibadan-sw-nw-collapses-structure-for-lps-sunday-oni/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE It was a major boost for Hon. Sunday Oni, House of Representatives candidate for Ibadan Northwest and Southwest Federal Constituency as the candidate for the race in the All Progressives Grand Alliance, Hon. Chuckwudi Eziala, a.k.a Olorunwa, collapsed his structure with a promise to support Oni's candidature. Eziala premised his decision on what he described
- [INEC is fully prepared for free, fair elections - Oyo REC](https://oyoreporters.com/inec-is-fully-prepared-for-free-fair-elections-oyo-rec/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Dr. Rahmon Adeniran Tella, the Resident Electoral Commissioner in Oyo State, has said that logistics are in place to ensure the success of the coming elections. Tella spoke during the Special Guest programme organised by the Correspondents’ Chapel, Nigeria Union of Journalists, Oyo State, Ibadan. In company with Tella on the occasion are other INEC scribes,
- [Stop attacking our staff, facilities -IBEDC](https://oyoreporters.com/stop-attacking-our-staff-facilities-ibedc/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has appealed to electricity consumers to desist from attacking its staff and destroying the company's facilities as such can further degrade the level of electricity distribution within its franchise area. The Managing Director of IBEDC, Kinsley Achife, in a statement made available to journalists in
- [IGP Alkali must be tutored that Yoruba people are civil, peace loving - Ilana Omo Oodua](https://oyoreporters.com/alkali-must-be-tutored-that-yoruba-people-are-civil-peace-loving-ilana-omo-oodua/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide, umbrella body of the Yoruba self determination groups, has advised the Inspector General of Police, Usman Alkali Baba, to make recourse to history about the Yoruba people rather than forming cheap and unfounded opinions about them. The body spoke in a statement made available to journalists on Sunday in
- [US Embassy warns citizens on possible outrage during Nigeria’s elections](https://oyoreporters.com/us-embassy-warns-citizens-on-possible-outrage-during-nigerias-elections/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Nigeria's general elections holding on February 25 and March 11 might be trailed with protests, the American Embassy has said. The fears were raised in an advisory to the United States' citizens in Nigeria on the coming polls. Noting that as usual, there would be restriction of movement nationwide during the elections, the Embassy advised its nationals via its website
- [I'm vying for governorship position in Ogun to transform the state - Oguntoyinbo](https://oyoreporters.com/im-vying-for-governorship-position-in-ogun-to-transform-the-state-oguntoyinbo/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Mr Olufemi Oguntoyinbo, the governorship candidate of New Nigeria People's Party in Ogun State, has said that his agenda for running for governorship position is to rebuild the state. The assertion was made on Thursday by Oguntoyinbo while reacting to questions on 'Speak Out,' a guest forum organised by the Correspondents Chapel, Nigeria Union of Journalists, Ibadan, Oyo State. With his
- [Court remands man for reportedly defiling colleague's 3-year-old baby](https://oyoreporters.com/court-remands-man-for-reportedly-defiling-colleagues-3-year-old-baby/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADEA man named Ekene Agha, 42, was on Monday, remanded at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre by the Yaba Chief Magistrates’ Court for allegedly defiling a three-year-old girl. The suspect and the victim’s mother are said to be co-workers. Agha was arraigned on two counts of indecent assault and defilement. Peter Nwaka, Chief Magistrate, turned down the defendant’s plea. He ordered
- [Elections: Rumour against Ataoja false, unfounded - Chief Ajadi Badmus](https://oyoreporters.com/elections-rumour-against-ataoja-false-unfounded-chief-ajadi-badmus/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Jimoh Abidemi Oyetunji Olanipekun, has described the viral news in public domain against him as false and unfounded, saying that he never at any time compelled anybody or group of people in his domain to vote for a particular candidate or party in the coming elections. Rather, he said that he preached the message
- [I'll attract greater federal government presence to my constituency if elected as senator - Sharafadeen Alli](https://oyoreporters.com/ill-attract-greater-federal-government-presence-to-my-constituency-if-elected-as-senator-sharafadeen-alli/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE If elected as the representative of the Oyo South Senatorial District to the National Assembly on the platform of the All Progressives Congress on February 25, Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, has said that he would attract greater federal government presence to his constituency. He also said that he would lobby support for local government autonomy at the national assembly.
- [Osinbajo harps on benefits of investments in real estate as Odu’a/Chapter 4 inaugurate Westlink Iconic Estates](https://oyoreporters.com/osinbajo-harps-on-benefits-of-investments-in-real-estate-as-odua-chapter-4-inaugurate-westlink-iconic-estates-2/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Vice President Yemi Osinbajo said in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Thursday that there is a huge opportunity for investments in the real estate industry in Nigeria, urging stakeholders to leverage on the existing gap to create wealth and drive development. The Vice President said this in an address delivered during the inauguration of the first
- [Opinion: Adeleke will laugh last- Osun monarch](https://oyoreporters.com/opinion-adeleke-will-laugh-last-osun-monarch/) - It is gratifying listening to a traditional ruler most unexpectedly pouring encomium on His Excellency during our encounter few hours ago. The Kabiyesi had called me to confirm the information about my assignment in His Excellency's administration. Understanding my specific designation--Community Communication--,he spoke the minds of his fellow royal fathers, especially those, who alongside him,
- [Osinbajo harps on benefits of investments in real estate as Odu’a/Chapter 4 inaugurate Westlink Iconic Estates](https://oyoreporters.com/osinbajo-harps-on-benefits-of-investments-in-real-estate-as-odua-chapter-4-inaugurate-westlink-iconic-estates/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Vice President Yemi Osinbajo said in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Thursday that there is a huge opportunity for investments in the real estate industry in Nigeria, urging stakeholders to leverage on the existing gap to create wealth and drive development. The Vice President said this in an address delivered during the inauguration of the first
- [Despite being most criticised, Tinubu will win February presidential election - Former Police Affairs Minister](https://oyoreporters.com/despite-being-most-criticised-tinubu-will-win-february-presidential-election-former-police-affairs-minister/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Alhaji Jelili Adesiyan, former Minister of Police Affairs, has said that Asiwaju Bola Tinubu stands tall among the four leading presidential candidates, stressing that despite being the most criticised man in the race, he (Tinubu) would emerge victorious at the poll. Adesiyan pointed out that Tinubu, who is the National Leader of the APC,
- [Oyo deploys free buses as Naira/fuel scarcity bite harder](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-deploys-free-buses-as-naira-fuel-scarcity-bite-harder/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Oyo State Government has announced the deployment of free Omituntun transport buses to ease the plights of the residents of the state as the naira and fuel scarcities persist in the land. Recall that Governor Seyi Makinde announced in a statewide broadcast on the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State, on Friday night, that the
- [APC campaign strategic, Asiwaju's victory'll boost my chances in Oyo governorship race - Folarin](https://oyoreporters.com/apc-campaign-strategic-asiwajus-victoryll-boost-my-chances-in-oyo-governorship-race-folarin/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Senator Teslim Folarin, governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in Oyo State, has condemned the allegation by the ruling People's Democratic Party in the state that he sat back dreaming of victory while others were busy campaigning, saying that the PDP was talking from position of ignorance. According to the three-term Senator representing
- [IBEDC is determined to address shortfalls in its services - Achife](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-is-determined-to-address-shortfalls-in-its-services-achife/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Chief Executive Officer, Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company, Kingsley Achife, has assured energy consumers within its franchise area that the company would upscale its service delivery for the social and economic prospects of all. Achife made the pledge while reeling out the company's projection during a press conference held at the IBEDC head
- [Security operatives foil robbery operation in Kabusa community, Abuja](https://oyoreporters.com/security-operatives-foil-robbery-operation-in-kabusa-community-abuja/) - The Federal Capital Territory Police Command reportedly subdued an armed robbery gang in Kabusa community around 4:40am, on Saturday. It was gathered that the police arrived at ECWA 2 area, Kabusa Village, scene of the robbery operation, shortly after a distress call by the residents. According to the police, a Barreta Pistol with one round of 9mm live
- [Mama Apata, leader of 'Good Women Society,' gets befitting burial in Ibadan on Friday](https://oyoreporters.com/mama-apata-leader-of-good-women-society-gets-befitting-burial-in-ibadan-on-friday/) - .CAC prays for peaceful poll, unity in church during funeral service The burial ceremony of Dr Alice Mosunmola Apata, leader of the Good Women Society, Christ Apostolic Church Worldwide, held in ground style in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital on Friday, January 27. The ceremony, which was attended by men of God, led by the President of
- [Govt's failure accounts for spate of violence, kidnappings and terrorism in Nigeria - PFN](https://oyoreporters.com/govts-failure-accounts-for-spate-of-violence-kidnappings-and-terrorism-in-nigeria-pfn/) - The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria has lamented the killing of Rev. Isaac Achi, of St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Kafin Koro, Niger State, stating that innocent lives are being lost due to the failure of government to stem the tide of violence, kidnappings and terrorism in the country. Rev Achi was, until his death, the Kafin
- [Police arraign ex-parliamentarian in court over alleged perjury, defamatory publication](https://oyoreporters.com/police-arraign-ex-parliamentarian-in-court-over-alleged-perjury-defamatory-publication/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE An ex-parliamentarian, Dr. Folaranmi Oyebanji, has been arraigned before a Chief Magistrate's court sitting in Ogbomoso, Oyo State over allegations of perjury, threat to life and publication of defamatory article. According to the Oyo State Police Command, Oyebanji alongside six others conspired to publish some documents found to be false and also threatened to kill Chief Solomon Ojedayo
- [Breaking: Odu’a Investment to remodel Premier Hotel Ibadan to 5-Star Hotel](https://oyoreporters.com/breaking-odua-investment-to-remodel-premier-hotel-ibadan-to-5-star-hotel/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of Odu’a Investment Company Limited has announced the plan to remodel Premier Hotel Ibadan into 5-Star Hotel as part of its bid to increase the status of the hotel for excellence. The management of OICL said that it entered into a joint venture agreement with a seasoned international hotel development and management company with the requisite
- [Oni, LP candidate for Ibadan North-West/South-West constituency unveils football cup for 16 teams](https://oyoreporters.com/oni-lp-candidate-for-ibadan-north-west-south-west-constituency-unveils-football-cup-for-16-teams/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Mr Sunday Oni, Labour Party candidate for Ibadan North-West/South-West Federal Constituency in the coming elections, has unveiled a new football cup for 16 teams that are billed to slug it out with one another in the Sunday Oni Football Competition within the federal constituency. The matches, which would be played at the Adamasingba Stadium
- [Polytechnic Ibadan suspends Students' Union activities, postpones semester examination](https://oyoreporters.com/polytechnic-ibadan-suspends-students-union-activities-postpones-semester-examination/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of The Polytechnic, Ibadan has suspended the Students' Union executives of the institution. This came as the authorities of the school postponed the first semester examination initially billed to commence today, Monday January 9. The management attributed its decision to what it described as the unwarranted and politically motivated protest embarked upon
- [Prof. Akintoye signs new constitution for Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide](https://oyoreporters.com/prof-akintoye-signs-new-constitution-for-ilana-omo-oodua-worldwide/) - .Pledges to continue Yoruba Nation agitation Leader of the foremost Yoruba self determination group, Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide, Prof. Banji Akintoye, has said that he would intensify efforts on the agitation for the Yoruba Nation. Akintoye stressed that he would not allow bad elements to frustrate the vision. The Alana spoke while signing the new constitution put together by
- [Nigerian Baptist Convention tasks FG to address nation's challenges](https://oyoreporters.com/nigerian-baptist-convention-tasks-fg-to-address-nations-challenges/) - .Says endorsement of presidential candidates doesn't guarantee victory for parties The Nigerian Baptist Convention has tasked the Federal Government on the need to be proactive in tackling the worsening economy, migration of young Nigerians overseas, brigandage in politics and insecurity. The Convention also said that endorsement of presidential candidates by influential personalities in the country could not
- [God will use big stick against wicked politicians in 2023 - Prophet Kolawole](https://oyoreporters.com/god-will-use-big-stick-against-wicked-politicians-in-2023-prophet-kolawole/) - .Better times await children of God in New Year AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Prophet Richard Kolawole of Christ Apostolic Church, Arogungbogunmi International has announced to believers that the New Year would usher in joy for them adding that God would wield big stick of vengeance against wicked politicians who led the country into hardship. The man of
- [PFN tasks politicians to bail Nigerians out of pains, anguish in 2023](https://oyoreporters.com/pfn-tasks-politicians-to-bail-nigerians-out-of-pains-anguish-in-2023/) - A leading Christian body, Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, has urged those seeking elective positions in the 2023 general elections to commit themselves to bringing true change to the land. The PFN also advised the people to pioneer a new Nigeria by voting committed leaders that are capable of changing the narrative by crushing insecurity, corruption, injustice, selfishness
- [Tabitha-Care Missions touches over 500 women during end-of-year programme](https://oyoreporters.com/tabitha-care-missions-touches-over-500-women-during-end-of-year-programme/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Tabitha-Care Missions recently put smiles on the faces of over 500 women in attendance at its end of the year programme. The Tabitha-Care Missions was established to care for and nurture humanity for reconciliation to God in accordance with the original intention of man. Bola Thompson, who is the founder of the Mission, stated
- [Less privileged children express excitement during SGCI's 'Christmas Gracia 2022'](https://oyoreporters.com/less-privileged-children-express-excitement-during-sgcis-christmas-gracia-2022/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Scores of less privileged children hosted by Smile Givers Charity Initiative on Wednesday, December 21 were in celebration mood at the SGCI 'Christmas Gracia 2022' held at the Living Faith Gospel Church, Fagbewesa, Osogbo, Osun State. Smile Givers Charity Initiative whose mandate is to reach out to the underprivileged children to put a smile on their faces
- [IBEDC urges motorists to avoid damaging electric poles, other facilities](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-urges-motorists-to-avoid-damaging-electric-poles-other-facilities/) - .Congratulates Nigerians at Christmas AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc has urged motorists to avoid driving under the influence of alcohol and to observe traffic rules in order to prevent collision with electrical poles and other infrastructures. The company gave the advice while wishing its customers and the nation in general a Merry
- [Zonta sensitizes public against violation of women, girl child <br>.Sheds light on club's global initiatives](https://oyoreporters.com/zonta-sensitizes-public-against-violation-of-women-girl-child-sheds-light-on-clubs-global-initiatives/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Zonta Clubs of Ibadan One and Two have canvased for the eradication of violence against women and girl-child in the society through continuous advocacy and implementation of relevant policies by government at all levels. The two chapters of the Club made the call during the activities marking the United Nations’ 16-day of activism for
- [Agunbiade urges Buhari to deregulate to end fuel scarcity](https://oyoreporters.com/agunbiade-urges-buhari-to-deregulate-to-end-fuel-scarcity/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE To address incessant fuel scarcity in the country, Dr. Babajide Agunbiade has urged the Federal Government to deregulate the downstream sector of the petroleum industry. Agunbiade gave the advice in a statement which he personally signed and made available to journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, saying that the agony of long queues and hike
- [Sports Minister advises Oyo youth on skill acquisition](https://oyoreporters.com/sports-minister-advises-oyo-youth-on-skill-acquisition/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Chief Sunday Dare, Minister of Youth and Sports, has tasked the youth in Oyo State on the importance of skill acquisition, saying that it is a good addition to their educational pursuits. Dare spoke at the weekend while addressing some youth during an empowerment programme in Ogbomoso He stated that "There is no job in government.
- [Peter Obi tasks youth on creativity, service at Dominican University maiden convocation ceremony](https://oyoreporters.com/peter-obi-tasks-youth-on-creativity-service-at-dominican-university-maiden-convocation-ceremony/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Mr. Peter Obi, presidential candidate of Labour Party, on Saturday, urged Nigerian youths to be creative in service to the country rather than engaging in mediocrity that can destroy the hope of its rebirth. Obi, who is also the Pro-Chancellor of the Dominican University Ibadan, spoke during the maiden convocation of the institution in
- [Dominican University set to change Nigeria's narratives through new generation of leaders - BOT Chairman](https://oyoreporters.com/dominican-university-set-to-change-nigerias-narratives-through-new-generation-of-leaders-bot-chairman/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Board of Trustees Chairman, Dominican University Ibadan, Chief Anthony Ikemefuna Idigbe (SAN), has reiterated the determination of the institution to raise an army of qualified professional with high level of integrity with the aim of changing the nation's narratives on the global plane. Idigbe spoke on Friday at the Multi-purpose Hall of the Dominican
- [Experts emphasize need for mentoring as Aderemi becomes Chairman, ILA Arbitration Committee](https://oyoreporters.com/experts-emphasize-need-for-mentoring-as-aderemi-becomes-chairman-ila-arbitration-committee/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Stakeholders in international commercial arbitration have described devotion to impartiality, integrity, as well as mentoring of new crop of professionals as means to sustaining the legitimacy of arbitration practice in the country. The group made the observation recently at the International Arbitration Conference organised by the Committee on International Commercial Arbitration and ADR of
- [Social Workers laud President Buhari over assent to National Council for Social Work Establishment Bill](https://oyoreporters.com/social-workers-laud-president-buhari-over-assent-to-national-council-for-social-work-establishment-bill/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Nigeria Association of Social Workers has lauded President Muhammadu Buhari for giving assent to the National Council for Social Work Establishment Bill 2022. NASoW also expressed gratitude to the National Assembly for passing the bill into law. The association, in a statement signed by its President, Alhaji Mashood Mustapha, made available by its
- [AfDB-backed Innovation Centre hosts career fair in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/afdb-backed-innovation-centre-hosts-career-fair-in-ibadan/) - Students of PAULESI Ibadan benefit from career development training initiatives AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Students of the Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute (including Health and Agriculture), who participated in the CV Career Fare held at the institute's permanent site, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, have lauded the management of PAULESI over what they
- [Concentrating on elections, constitution amendment mean postponing evil days - Pastor Femi Emmanuel](https://oyoreporters.com/concentrating-on-elections-constitution-amendment-means-postponing-evil-days-pastor-femi-emmanuel/) - .Livingspring Chapel International celebrates Annual World Lifting Conference AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The presiding pastor of Livinspring Chapel International, Pastor Femi Emmanuel, has warned that giving attention to election matters and constitution amendment while the country is at the brink amount to postponing evil days. Femi Emmanuel, who doubles as the National Director, Politics and Governance, Pentecostal Fellowship
- [Ooni, Olubadan others to grace Dominican University's maiden, second graduation ceremonies](https://oyoreporters.com/ooni-olubadan-others-to-grace-dominican-universitys-maiden-second-graduation-ceremonies/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi; the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Olalekan Balogun; alongside Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State are billed to grace the maiden and second graduation ceremonies of the Dominican University, Ibadan. This disclosure was made by the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof Hyginus Ekwuazi, during a press conference held at the premises of the university on Monday.
- [Sports Minister lays foundation for N492m Community Sports Centre in Ogbomoso](https://oyoreporters.com/sports-minister-lays-foundation-for-n492m-community-sports-centre-in-ogbomoso/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Mr. Sunday Dare, Minister of Youth and Sports, on Friday laid the foundation for a N492million Community Sport Centre in Ikoyi Ile, Oriire Local Government Area of Ogbomoso, Oyo State. This came two months after the inauguration of the Alaafin Olayiwola Adeyemi III Mini Stadium in Oyo town. The facilities are targeted at engaging youths
- [Ilana Omo Oodua Exco accuses Adeniran, others of forcing Prof. Akintoye to hands over leadership baton](https://oyoreporters.com/ilana-omo-oodua-exco-accuses-adeniran-others-of-forcing-prof-akintoye-to-hands-over-leadership-baton/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Arising from the emergency meeting held at its secretariat in Ibadan, Oyo State on Tuesday, 29th November, 2022, the Interim Executive Council of the Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide, said that it rejected the selection and nomination of Mr. Wale Adeniran as the head of the self determination group in place of Prof. Banji Akintoye.
- [Agunbiade tasks FG to wage war against purveyors of disinformation, propaganda](https://oyoreporters.com/agunbiade-tasks-fg-to-wage-war-against-purveyors-of-disinformation-propaganda/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Dr Babajide Agunbiade (FNSE), the Atóbaáse of Yorubaland, has urged the Federal Government to wage war against propaganda ahead of the 2023 election in a bid to promote vibrancy in the nation's democracy. In Agunbiade's opinion, sharing of false and unsubstantiated information could derail democracy if not chcked in good time. The democratic space had
- [SSASOGA reiterates commitment to tackling encroachment, vandalism at Saint Anne's School](https://oyoreporters.com/ssasoga-reiterates-commitment-to-tackling-encroachment-vandalism-at-saint-annes-school/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Seminary-St. Anne's School Old Girls Association has reiterated its readiness to fight encroachers and vandals who are taking advantage of the porous state of the school for their selfish agenda. The first National President of SSASOGA, Similola Onabanjo, made the disclosure on Saturday at the 2022 Annual General Meeting of SSASOGA held at St. Anne's School, Molete, lbadan, with members
- [Obi should step down, presidency can't be won via wishful thinking - Anambra Youth Coalition](https://oyoreporters.com/obi-should-step-down-presidency-cant-be-won-via-wishful-thinking-anambra-youth-coalition/) - Peter Obi, presidential candidate of Labour Party, has been urged to drop his presidential ambition and partner with the progressives in the South-East the bid to negotiate a brighter future for the Igbo people. The Coalition of Anambra Youth Leaders, a group of youths in the state, expressed fears that Obi’s resolve to run for president might negatively affect
- [Charlyboy battles prostrate cancer, says 1 out of 4 black men at risk](https://oyoreporters.com/charlyboy-battles-prostrate-cancer-says-1-out-of-4-black-men-at-risk/) - Charlyboy (Charles Oputa), the self acclaimed President and 'Areafada' of All Frustrated Nigerians, has confirmed that he has a running battle with prostate cancer, assuring his numerous fans however that the condition would not bulk him down. Oputa opened the lid on his medical status recently when questioned on why he was absent, last Saturday, at the march for men programme,
- [Terrorists demand new naira notes to set captives free](https://oyoreporters.com/terrorists-demand-new-naira-notes-to-set-captives-free/) - Indication has emerged that suspected terrorists and kidnappers in the land might be rejecting the old naira notes for ransom as the Central Bank of Nigeria changes some of the features on the naira notes. President Muhammadu Buhari is scheduled to unveil the new naira notes: the N1,000, N500 and the N200 denominations today. In
- [Soludo denies collecting $28m to blackmail Peter Obi](https://oyoreporters.com/soludo-denies-collecting-28m-to-blackmail-peter-obi/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Governor Charles Soludo of Anambra State has described as false the allegation that he took $28 million bribe to blackmail Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of Labour Party. Soludo refuted the allegation in an interview with journalists at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Awka, the Anambra State capital after the Thanksgiving mass organised in commemoration of the 70th birth anniversary of
- [Fayemi expresses fear about Nigeria falling into wrong hands](https://oyoreporters.com/fayemi-expresses-fear-about-nigeria-falling-into-wrong-hands/) - Former governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has raised concern about the 2023 polls, warning that the country could not afford to fall into wrong hands. Fayemi spoke recently while receiving the state Publicity Secretaries of the All Progressives Congress in the South-West. He said that Nigerians should ensure that the country remains stable, prosperous
- [NASoW pushes for president's assent to Social Work bill to fight quackery](https://oyoreporters.com/nasow-pushes-for-presidents-assent-to-social-work-bill-to-fight-quackery/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE In a bid to fight quackery in their field of practice, the Nigeria Association of Social Workers has appealed to President Muhammadu Buhari to assent the Nigerian Council for Social Work (Establishment) Bill 2020. Making the call at the opening of the association’s 38th Annual National Conference/ General Meeting, on Wednesday in Calabar,
- [Buhari, Sultan, other stakeholders congratulate UI @74th Foundation Day](https://oyoreporters.com/buhari-sultan-other-stakeholders-congratulate-ui-74th-foundation-day/) - .Urge ASUU to shun strike, explore negotiations AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The President, Muhammadu Buhari, has congratulated the management of the University of Ibadan on the occasion of the institution's 74th Foundation Day ceremony held on Thursday at the International Conference Centre, UI, expressing satisfaction on its rising profile among the comity of universities locally and internationally. The president, who
- [US Consul-General lauds APIN, other partners on fight against HIV/AIDS in Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/us-consular-general-lauds-apin-other-partners-on-fight-against-hiv-aids-in-nigeria/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The United States Consul-General in Nigeria, Mr Will Stevens, on Tuesday in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, expressed satisfaction over the HIV/AIDS awareness and control drive in Nigeria, saying that his country was encouraged to collaborate further in the fight against the disease. Stevens spoke at the official launching of the accelerated progress in paediatrics
- [COAS pays tribute to Maj. Gen. Jinadu as forthright, detribalised Military Officer](https://oyoreporters.com/coas-pays-tribute-to-maj-gen-jinadu-as-forthright-detribalised-military-officer/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Late Maj. Gen. Basiru Akanni Jinadu has been described as a distinguished and detribalised Nigerian who served his fatherland forthrightly while alive. The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Farouk Yahaya, paid tribute to the memory of the late military brass in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Friday, at the Military Cemetery, Jericho, Ibadan. The COAS, who
- [Omilani, 8 other graduates make First Class as PCU hold maiden convocation](https://oyoreporters.com/omilani-8-other-graduates-make-first-class-as-pcu-hold-maiden-convocation/) - Aminat Omilani, a graduate of Economics at the Precious Cornerstone University, Ibadan, Oyo State, alongside eight other students, has made First Class in the final result released by the institution. Prof. Julius Oloke, the Vice-Chancellor of PCU, said at the convocation ceremony of the university held at the Olaogun Campus in Ibadan at the weekend that the granduands were well seasoned
- [I choose golf as my best sports - Dr Agunbiade](https://oyoreporters.com/i-choose-golf-as-my-best-sports-dr-agunbiade/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Dr. Babajide Agunbiade, the Atóbaáse of Yorubaland, has restated his commitment towards the game of golf, saying that he loves playing it and, therefore, adopts it as his best sports. Agunbiade, who is the Patron of the Nigeria Union of Journalists in Oyo State, made the declaration in Ibadan shortly after being decorated by the union.
- [With 5 different levels of security, Dominion University is safe for students - Chancellor](https://oyoreporters.com/with-5-different-levels-of-security-dominion-university-is-safe-for-students-chancellor/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Chancellor, Dominion University, Bishop Taiwo Adelakun, says that the institution enjoys unbroken peace with five different levels of security arrangements in place. Bishop Adelakun, who is also the Presiding Bishop, Victory International Church, Worldwide, spoke at a press briefing held at the campus of the Dominion University, Ibadan-Lagos Expressway, on the cutting edge advantage
- [Atóbaáse tasks Nigerian youth on wise electoral choice](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-nuj-patron-tasks-nigerian-youth-on-wise-electoral-choice/) - Dr Babajide Agunbiade, a renowned oil magnate, has tasked the Nigerian youth to vote wisely in their quest to salvage the country from the impending gloom. Atóbaáse, who is the patron of the Nigeria Union of Journalist in Oyo State, gave the advice while speaking from his base in Texas recently. The business mogul, who is also the Asiwaju
- [Bad economy: Angry Ghanaians call for President Akufo-Addo's resignation](https://oyoreporters.com/bad-economy-angry-ghanaians-call-for-president-akufo-addos-resignation/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Some angry citizens trooped out in Accra, Ghana’s capital recently to call for the resignation of President Nana Akufo-Addo in view of the biting economy in the country. The people were aggrieved that the bad time had crept up on the cedi with the rates of fuel and food commodities spiralling. The protesters
- [PCU to hold maiden convocation ceremony November 6- 11](https://oyoreporters.com/pcu-to-hold-maiden-convocation-ceremony-november-6-11/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The management of Precious Cornerstone University, Ibadan, has announced that the institution would turn out its first set of graduands during its maiden Convocation ceremony with the investiture of Bishop Francis Wale Oke as Chancellor and conferment of honourary degree and award of First degrees and prizes between Sunday, November 6 and Friday,
- [Yoruba nation shall emerge before end of December - Prof. Akintoye](https://oyoreporters.com/yoruba-nation-shall-emerge-before-end-of-december-prof-akintoye/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The leader of Ilana Omo Oodua World Congress, Prof. Banji Akintoye, hinted on Tuesday that the dream of creating the Oodua nation would be realized latest by the end of the year (December 2022). Akintoye made the disclosure while addressing the meeting and press conference of the Ilana Omo Oodua World Congress through
- [S'West stakeholders should address kidnapping, other security issues - Atoóbaáse of Yorubaland](https://oyoreporters.com/swest-stakeholders-should-address-kidnapping-other-security-issues-atoobaase-of-yorubaland/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Stakeholders in the South-West zone of the country should find lasting solution to the problem of kidnapping in the interest of all, the Atoóbaáse of Yorubaland, Dr. Babajide Agunbiade (FNSE), has advised. Agunbiade, the Asiwaju of Fiditiland, made the call while reacting to the recent kidnap of the former deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics) of the
- [Worshippers visit Prophet Kolawole as mother Alice passes on at age 101](https://oyoreporters.com/worshippers-visit-prophet-kolawole-as-mother-alice-passes-on-at-age-101/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Christian worshippers alongside friends, families and associates from far and near continue to throng the Ireakari Street, Inalende community, Ibadan, Oyo State home of late Dr Alice Mosunmola Apata, President, Good Women, CAC Worldwide, to commiserate with the General Overseer, Christ Apostolic Church, Arogungbogunmi International, Prophet Richard Kolawole, and members of the Apata family on the
- [FirstBank chief seeks increased commitment towards Ibadan development plan](https://oyoreporters.com/firstbank-chief-seeks-increased-commitment-towards-ibadan-development-plan/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Chief Executive Officer of FirstBank Group, Dr. Adesola Adeduntan, has urged stakeholders to show increased commitment towards the Ibadan development agenda in a bid to leapfrog the city to a place of pride. Adeduntan, who is also the ApesinOla of Ibadanland, gave the charge recently at the 90th birthday banquet held in honour
- [Zonta Club of Ibadan II rolls out plan to address women, girl child's violation issues](https://oyoreporters.com/zonta-club-of-ibadan-ii-rolls-out-plan-to-address-women-girl-childs-violation-issues/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Zonta Club of Ibadan II has reiterated its readiness to address some of the socio-economic challenges besetting women and the girl child through provision of amenities in the most affected communities. Specifically, the organisation said that it would embark on solar lighting project for some selected rural communities in order to address the issue of rape
- [Buhari vows to campaign vigorously for Tinubu’s victory](https://oyoreporters.com/buhari-vows-to-campaign-vigorously-for-tinubus-victory/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE As the momentum for the 2023 elections increases, President Muhammadu Buhari has vowed that he would be at the forefront of the All Progressives Congress presidential campaign. Buhari gave the assurance at the inauguration of the APC’s Presidential Campaign Council and the unveiling of Tinubu's action plan in Abuja, on Friday. Mr President said
- [Sports Minister expresses delight over Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III Mini Stadium project in Oyo](https://oyoreporters.com/sports-minister-expresses-delight-over-oba-lamidi-adeyemi-iii-mini-stadium-project-in-oyo/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE, Ibadan Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Mr Sunday Dare, on Thursday, inaugurated a Mini Stadium at the former Oke Aremo dump site in Oyo town, stating that it would rekindle the memory of the late Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III, as a sportsman as well as a community development initiator. The sporting arena,
- [Kitian Training Hub partners Unity Bank on free digital skills acquisition for youths](https://oyoreporters.com/kitian-training-hub-partners-unity-bank-on-free-digital-skills-acquisition-for-youths/) - A career advice outfit called Kitian Training Hub recently confirmed the receipt of no fewer than 3,000 applications from interested youths in Oyo State for free training acquisition in digital skills and handcrafts. Of this number, the organisation said that about 200 youths were shortlisted for the ongoing four-week-intensive-training holding in Ibadan, the state capital. In an interview at
- [LAUTECH, AAUA, UNIPORT, others resume after eight-month-old-strike](https://oyoreporters.com/lautech-aaua-uniport-others-resume-after-eight-month-old-strike/) - Following the suspension of the prolonged strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities, some universities have announced their resumption dates. This came as some universities await resolutions from their various chapters’ congresses. Recall that the academic union embarked on strike on February 14. It suspended the action on Friday, eight-month after. The Bayero University, Kano, slated the
- [Ekiti: Oyebanji takes oath of office as governor](https://oyoreporters.com/ekiti-oyebanji-takes-oath-of-office-as-governor/) - Kayode Fayemi, Chairman, Nigeria Governors' Forum, has bowed out of office as the Ekiti State governor just as Abiodun Oyebanji takes oath of office as the number one man in the state. The new governor was sworn in by the Chief Judge of Ekiti State, Oyewole Adeyeye, on Sunday, October 16, 2022. The ceremony was attended by
- [Concern grows in PDP as Wike, Makinde, Ikpeazu, Ortom meet in Spain](https://oyoreporters.com/concern-grows-in-pdp-as-wike-makinde-ikpeazu-ortom-meet-in-spain/) - There is growing concern in the opposition People's Democratic Party as five governors agitating for justice in the party meet in Spain. The party was enmeshed in friction over the choice of Dr Iyorchia Ayu as the National Chairman of the PDP with Atiku Abubakar as the party's presidential candidate. Stakeholders within the PDP said that the friction must
- [ASUU ends eight-month-old-strike](https://oyoreporters.com/asuu-ends-eight-month-old-strike/) - The eight month old strike embarked upon by the Academic Staff Union of Universities has been suspended. It was gathered that the decision was taken at the end of the National Executive Council meeting held at the ASUU secretariat in Abuja, on Thursday. A source within the NEC of the academic union was quoted to
- [Kidnapping: Afenifere tasks states to intensify security in Oyo, Osun, others](https://oyoreporters.com/kidnapping-afenifere-tasks-states-to-intensify-security-in-oyo-osun-others/) - Afenifere has called for the fortification of security outfits in the states against kidnapping. The pan Yoruba socio-political organisation, while lamenting last Saturday’s attack on a farm in Ipapo, Oke Ogun area of Oyo State, advised that particular attention should be given to security in Oyo, Osun, Kwara, Enugu and Kaduna states. The National Publicity Secretary of Afenifere, Jare
- [Coronation ceremony for King Charles III holds May 6](https://oyoreporters.com/coronation-ceremony-for-king-charles-iii-holds-may-6/) - King Charles III coronation ceremony is billed to hold on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at Westminster Abbey. Buckingham Palace made the announcement in a statement titled, ‘The Coronation of His Majesty The King,’ on Tuesday. The Royal Family indicated also in the statement that the Queen Consort, Camilla, would also be crowned during the occasion. It read that “Buckingham
- [Nigerian youths shouldn't be swayed by money, sentiments as we go to poll in 2023 - PFN President](https://oyoreporters.com/nigerian-youths-shouldnt-be-swayed-by-money-sentiments-as-we-go-to-poll-in-2023-pfn-president/) - The National President of Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, has advised the Nigerian youths not to trade their future with the money being doled out by overzealous politicians or for tribal or religious sentiments. Oke gave the advice in a statement made available to journalists in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, on Wednesday. The
- [UPPlc. declares profit amid nation's stringent economic reality](https://oyoreporters.com/upplc-declares-profit-amid-nations-stringent-economic-reality/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The University Press Plc. has linked the success being recorded by the company amid the current economic realities in the land to its carefully managed operational and financial strategies. Making this disclosure at the sideline of its 44th Annual General Meeting, on Thursday, 29th September 2022, were the Chairman, Board of UPPlc., Obafunso Ogunkeye;
- [2023 elections: Citizens should use their votes to deliver Nigeria from bondage - PFN President](https://oyoreporters.com/2023-elections-citizens-should-use-their-votes-to-deliver-nigeria-from-bondage-pfn-president/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADEThe citizens of Nigeria should use their votes to deliver the country from the impending collapse occasioned by bad leadership and tribal sentiment, Bishop Francis Wale Oke, President, Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria has said. The Bishop, who doubles as President, The Sword of The Spirit Ministries, a.k.a Christ Life Church, spoke in an interview at the precinct
- [Independence: IBEDC congratulates Nigerians, assures electricity consumers of greater commitment](https://oyoreporters.com/independence-ibedc-congratulates-nigerians-assures-electricity-consumers-of-greater-commitment/) - The Management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has congratulated Nigerians on the country's 62nd independence anniversary, saying that the company would be committed to better services delivery. The Interim Managing Director of the company, Kingsley Achife, said that the sacrifices and the ideologies of the founding fathers of the country should remain the watchwords for its
- [Teachers seek approval of 65-year-retirement age as Gov. Bagudu, NUT lament terror attacks on schools](https://oyoreporters.com/teachers-seek-approval-of-65-year-retirement-age-as-gov-bagudu-nut-lament-terror-attacks-on-schools/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADEThe Nigerian Union of Teachers has urged the governors to implement the 65-year-retirement age for teachers in a bid to preserve good and experienced hands in the primary and secondary schools' system in the country. They made the call in Ibadan at the 7th Quadrennial National Delegates Conference of NUT with the theme, 'Terrorism and attacks on
- [Embattled varsity dons petition Gov. Makinde, police over alleged land trespass](https://oyoreporters.com/embattled-varsity-dons-petition-gov-makinde-police-over-alleged-land-trespass/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Two aggrieved university dons, professors Adesina and Regina Oladokun (both husband and wife), have petitioned Governor Seyi Makinde and the Oyo State Police Command over allegation of trespass on their property. The couple claimed that Bayo Lawal, Commissioner for Trades and Investment, and Segun Olayiwola, his Lands, Housing and Urban Development counterpart, encroached upon their property at
- [US court jails ex-aide to Gov. Abiodun over alleged identity theft, wire fraud ](https://oyoreporters.com/us-court-jails-ex-aide-to-gov-abiodun-over-alleged-identity-theft-wire-fraud/) - A District Court in Western Tacoma, Washington, United States, has sentenced Abidemi Rufai, a suspended Special Assistant to Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, to five-year-imprisonment over allegations of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. Rufai's conviction was confirmed in a statement, on Monday, by the United States Attorney’s Office, Western District of Washington, by the United States Attorney’s
- [Nigerians are tired of APC, PDP misrule - SDP Presidential candidate](https://oyoreporters.com/nigerians-are-tired-of-apc-pdp-misrule-sdp-presidential-candidate/) - Nigerians are already tired of years of waste and misrule midwifed by both the Peoples Democratic Party and the All Progressives Congress, the Presidential candidate of the Social Democratic Party, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has stated. Adebayo spoke on Friday at the end of a two-day South-West summit for critical stakeholders with the theme, 'Common interest and strategic approach for 2023,' held
- [Industrial Court orders ASUU to call off 7-month-old strike](https://oyoreporters.com/industrial-court-orders-asuu-to-call-off-7-month-old-strike/) - The Academic Staff Union of Universities has been ordered by the National Industrial Court of Nigeria sitting in Abuja to call off the ongoing nationwide strike. The strike embarked upon by ASUU has lasted seven months since February 14. Among other things, the industrial action was targeted at pressing home its call for a review of lecturers'
- [PAULESI partners STEM Café, others on 3-D Modeling, Robotics, Digital Laboratory](https://oyoreporters.com/paulesi-partners-stem-cafe-others-on-3-d-modeling-robotics-digital-laboratory/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Saturday, August 20, was a day to remember for learners between age nine and 17 as they converged on the permanent site of the Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute (including Health and Agriculture) for the STEM 2022 Showcase. The programme by PAULESI, held in concert with STEM Café, RAIN, Born to Fly and
- [Praise, worship, God's glory permeate Ibadan as Christ Life Church celebrates 40th Holy Ghost Convention](https://oyoreporters.com/praise-worship-gods-glory-permeate-ibadan-as-christ-life-church-celebrates-40th-holy-ghost-convention/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The 40th Holy Ghost Convention of the Sword of the Spirit Ministries, also known as Christ Life Church had come and gone. Yet, the memories of the celebration would linger on for long in the minds of worshippers who participated as many lives were touched and transformed for good. The activity-packed festival was lined
- [AgDyna launches Farmsured day-old chicks protection tech totackle counterfeiting](https://oyoreporters.com/agdyna-launches-farmsured-day-old-chicks-protection-tech-totackle-counterfeiting/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE To save poultry farmers from the agony of losses on investments due to counterfeiting, Agribusiness Dynamics Technology Limited has, in partnership with the Nigerian Institute of Animal Science, launched Farmsured technology for day old chicks protection. The occasion, which garnered stakeholders in the day old chicks value chain, held at the Mahogany Hotel, Ibadan, Oyo State, on
- [Oyo SDP gov. candidate petitions CP over alleged destruction of political billboards](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-sdp-gov-candidate-petitions-cp-over-alleged-destruction-of-political-billboards/) - The governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party in Oyo State, Michael Folorunsho Lana, has petitioned the Commissioner of Police in the state over the alleged destruction of his campaign billboards as well as that of other political parties. Lana, a legal practitioner, in a letter dated September 12, titled, 'Petition against Mukaila Lamidi a.k.a Auxiliary
- [President Buhari, Osinbajo, Tinubu, others congratulate Wale Oke at 66](https://oyoreporters.com/president-buhari-osinbajo-tinubu-others-congratulate-wale-oke-at-66/) - .Celebrant distributes 28,000 bags of rice President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Bishop Francis Wale Oke, President of Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria on his 66th birth anniversary and lauded him for his selflessness and dedication. The President, in a message to the clergyman, said that Oke, who doubles as President of the Sword of the Spirit
- [Stakeholders brainstorm on increasing local production of livestock in Oyo, other states](https://oyoreporters.com/stakeholders-brainstorm-on-increasing-local-production-of-livestock-in-oyo-other-states/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency, in concert with the International Livestock Research Institute, held a one-day workshop on livestock development, on Wednesday, in Ibadan, the state capital. This, according to the agricultural agencies, was part of efforts targeted towards meeting up with the increasing demand on livestock consumption in the country, and to as
- [Bishop Oke tasks Nigerian leaders on need for restructuring, reorientation](https://oyoreporters.com/bishop-oke-tasks-nigerian-leaders-on-need-for-restructuring-reorientation/) - Bishop Francis Wale Oke, President, Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria, has tasked the leadership in the country on the need to urgently restructure, re-engineer and re-orientate the nation before things degenerate abysmally. Bishop Oke made the call at the first graduation ceremony of the International Leadership School, held during the 40th anniversary of the Holy Ghost Convention of Christ
- [Christ Life Church's 40th Convention: Oyedepo tasks citizens on hard work, fear of God](https://oyoreporters.com/christ-life-churchs-40th-convention-oyedepo-tasks-citizens-on-hard-work-fear-of-god/) - Bishop David Oyedepo of Living Faith Church Worldwide, otherwise called Winners Chapel International, has tasked the citizens against laziness, saying that they must be hardworking and have the fear of God for a glorious future. Oyedepo made the call in his sermon at the 40th Holy Ghost Convention of the Christ Life Church, holding at
- [Igboho stands still for late Agoro as Michael Lana lays foundation of mosque in deceased's memory](https://oyoreporters.com/igboho-stands-still-for-late-agoro-as-michael-lana-lays-foundation-of-mosque-in-deceaseds-memory/) - Igboho community in Orelope Local Government Area of Oyo State stood still for late Bolaji Agoro, a barrister at Law, on Monday as the governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party in the state performed the foundation laying ceremony of the Bolaji Agoro Mosque amid the convergence of a large crowd of inhabitants of the
- [Tampering with kings' power partly accountable for Nigeria's problems](https://oyoreporters.com/tampering-with-kings-power-partly-accountable-for-nigerias-problems/) - Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of The Redeemed Christian Church of God, has stated that Nigeria continues to have problems because the power of the kings had been undermined. Apparently speaking in reference to God, whom the Holy Bible describes as the King of kings, the clergyman said that the king must be accorded his due reference
- [Dr Kehinde Mosunmola Oluleye: Celebrating life in euphoria of fulfilment and grace at age 50](https://oyoreporters.com/dr-kehinde-mosunmola-oluleye-celebrating-life-in-euphoria-of-fulfilment-and-grace-at-age-50/) - Written by AKINWALE ABOLUWADE, 08023927215 The expansive hall at Pentonrise Event Centre, Bodija, Ibadan, Oyo State was lit with colours and radiance on Saturday, September 3, 2022. Mixtures of purple, lilac and gold dominated the space as musical band reeled out songs of worship, praise as well as merriment to the admiration of family members,
- [Excitement rocks Ibadan as SOTSM pioneers 'Youth Mega Jam' ](https://oyoreporters.com/excitement-rocks-ibadan-as-sotsm-pioneers-youth-mega-jamz/) - The Christian 'Youth Mega Jam' held on Saturday, September 3 at the International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan was a momentous occasion as Christians youths converged in their thousands from far and near to worship God. The event was in commemoration of the 40th Holy Ghost Convention of the Sword of the Spirit Ministries a.k.a Christ Life Church. The Christian
- [Kola-Daisi eyes youth development for economic growth](https://oyoreporters.com/kola-daisi-eyes-youth-development-for-economic-growth/) - The Senatorial candidate of Accord in Oyo South, Kolapo Kola-Daisi, has reiterated his determination to impact development in his constituency through youth empowerment initiatives. Kola-Daisi made the disclosure while fielding questions on the 'The Podium,' a personality forum organised by the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Oyo State Council, at the NUJ Press Centre, Iyaganku, Ibadan, on Thursday. According
- [SDP gov. candidate gives Buhari 3-day-ultimatum to withdraw REC nomination](https://oyoreporters.com/sdp-gov-candidate-gives-buhari-3-day-ultimatum-to-withdraw-rec-nomination/) - The governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party in Oyo State, Michael Folorunso Lana, has indicated his readiness to challenge President Muhammadu Buhari in court if he fails to withdraw the nomination of the 19 Resident Electoral Commissioners transmitted to the National Assembly for ratification. Lana premised his call on the fact that among other reasons, the
- [Oyo govt. assures online publishers of robust partnership](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-govt-assures-online-publishers-of-robust-partnership-with-media/) - The Governor Seyi Makinde-led administration has indicated its resolve to partner online media practitioners as well as the traditional media in advancing the state, Adebayo Lawal, Deputy Governor of Oyo state, has said. Lawal, who is currently acting as the state governor following the one-month transmission of power to him by his principal, gave the
- [OYSADA DG clears air on closure of Christian/Muslim praying ground](https://oyoreporters.com/oysada-dg-clears-air-on-closure-of-christian-muslim-praying-ground/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Dr. Debo Akande, Director General of Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency has dispelled the allegation that he was behind the closure of the Islamic praying ground at its headquarters at Total Garden area of Ibadan, the state capital. The DG spoke in reaction to a statement by the Muslim Community in Oyo State alleging him of
- [Fountain University VC decries prolonged ASUU strike](https://oyoreporters.com/fountain-university-vc-decries-prolonged-asuu-strike/) - .Highlights important elements that distinguishes his institution AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Professor Amidu Olalekan Sanni, Vice-Chancellor, Fountain University, Osogbo, has decried the ongoing ASUU strike in the land, noting that the action has adversely affected the global ranking of the Nigerian universities. Sanni, a Professor of African and Middle Eastern Studies, spoke while receiving the South West
- [Excitement as Nigerian Baptist Convention feeds prison inmates with 1,000 loafs of bread](https://oyoreporters.com/excitement-as-nigerian-baptist-convention-feeds-prison-inmates-with-1000-loafs-of-bread/) - .Urges govt. to review sentences of repentant convicts AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The inmates at the Agodi Correctional Centre, Ibadan, the Oyo State capital were filled with excitement on Monday, August 22, as a team of Christian worshipers from the Nigerian Baptist Convention, led by its National President, Rev. Israel Akanji, paid them a visit. The inmates
- [Oyo Prince differs with state govt. on selection of new Alaafin](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-prince-differs-with-state-govt-on-selection-of-new-alaafin/) - One of the contenders to the throne of the Alaafin of Oyo named Afolabi Ademola Adesina has taken exception to claims by the Oyo State Government that the state would not interfere in the process of selecting a new king in the ancient Yoruba town. Adesina, a prince from the Adeitan Atiba Royal Lineage, spoke in a statement on Tuesday,
- [Aquaculture: Stakeholders brainstorm on fish disease risks management](https://oyoreporters.com/aquaculture-stakeholders-brainstorm-on-fish-disease-risks-management/) - Stakeholders in the field of aquaculture have expressed the need to promote best practices in catfish and tilapia production in Nigeria considering the growth of the nation's aquaculture industry in the last two decades. They spoke recently at a workshop on sustainable aquaculture and best management practices titled, 'Improving biosecurity: A science-based approach to manage fish disease risks and
- [NBC shuts down AIT, Silverbird, Raypower, Rhythm FM, 50 others over N2.6bn debt](https://oyoreporters.com/nbc-shuts-down-ait-silverbird-raypower-rhythm-fm-50-others-over-n2-6bn-debt/) - The National Broadcasting Commission has revoked the licences of AIT, Silverbird TV, Raypower FM, and Rhythm FM, alongside 50 other stations over N2.6 billion debt.Malam Balarabe Ilelah, Director-General of NBC, gave the indication at a news conference held on Friday in Abuja. Ilelah ordered the affected stations to shut down operations within 24 hours, saying that NBC
- [MAN urges FG, states to synergize for economic stability](https://oyoreporters.com/man-urges-fg-states-to-synergize-to-stabilize-economy/) - The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria has urged both the federal and state governments to work in harmony in a bid to improve and stabilize the economy. Mansur Ahmed, President of MAN, in an address at the 39th Annual General Meeting of the association, Oyo, Osun, Ondo and Ekiti states zone, held at the Mahanattan Hall, Jericho, Ibadan,
- [South-South youths back Tinubu on competence, experience, liberalism](https://oyoreporters.com/south-south-youths-back-tinubu-on-competence-experience-liberalism/) - Asiwaju Bola Tinubu has been rated as a competent, experienced and detribalised leader. Making the rating of Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress recently, were youth groups from the South-South geo-political zone of the country. According to them, he is, by all means, better than other candidates in the race for 2023. They, therefore, vowed to
- [Prof. Akintoye explains grounds for Yorubas' decision to secede from Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/prof-akintoye-explains-grounds-for-yorubas-decision-to-secede-from-nigeria/) - Prof. Banji Akintoye, Chairman, Yoruba Self-Determined Movement, has expressed the resolve of the Yoruba nation to break away from Nigeria to President Muhammadu Buhari. Akintoye, a professor of History, indicated in a letter addressed to the president that an overwhelming number of Yorubas want to be out of the country because of their worsening plight. According to the
- [Fulani group seeks end to alleged excesses by OPC men in Kwara](https://oyoreporters.com/fulani-group-seeks-end-to-alleged-excesses-by-opc-men-in-kwara/) - The Gan Allah Fulani Development Association of Nigeria in Kwara State has urged the state government to caution members of the Odua People's Congress against alleged criminalities being perpetrated by the local security operatives in the state. The Fulani group alleged that the OPC killed nine cows and stole over N6million during a clash between
- [Counsellors get CASSON's Bill 26 years after birth of practitioners' Council](https://oyoreporters.com/counsellors-get-cassons-bill-26-years-after-birth-of-practitioners-council/) - Twenty-six-years after the inauguration of the Counselling Practitioners’ Council of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari, has assented the Bill for its operations. The Bill, which was sponsored by the Counselling Association of Nigeria, got the presidential nod on July 27. The association got its first Certificate of Registration on April 22, 1996. A statement signed by theNational President of CASSON, Prof. Elizabeth
- [Some people mocked me in moment of sorrow - Pastor Adeboye](https://oyoreporters.com/some-people-mocked-me-in-moment-of-sorrow-pastor-adeboye/) - Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, has recalled that some people mocked him when he lost one of his sons. Pastor Adeboye made the disclosure at the ongoing 70th Annual Convention of the RCCG with the theme, ‘Perfect Jubilee.’ He stressed that “Some of you have heard this before; when I
- [Wolekanle appoints Oyinloye, Oladoye as campaign committee members](https://oyoreporters.com/wolekanle-appoints-oyinloye-oladoye-as-campaign-committee-members/) - The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party for Oyo North Senatorial District, Akinwale Akinwole, has appointed Abd-jeleel Adebare Oyinloye as the Director-General of his campaign organization. Akinwole also named Remi Oladoye, a media entrepreneur, as the Secretary of the campaign committee. Oyinloye is the Executive Chairman of Iwajowa Local Government Area Council of Oyo State. Wolekanle,
- [Oni, LP Reps candidate for Ibadan SW/NW, pledges dedication to service](https://oyoreporters.com/oni-lp-reps-candidate-for-ibadan-sw-nw-pledges-dedication-to-service/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Labour Party candidate for Ibadan SW/NW Local Government Area Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, Mr Sunday Oni, has pledged his readiness to serve his constituents with diligence and fear of God if elected as their representative in the 2023 general elections. The House of Representatives hopeful spoke on Sunday at Maurve 21 Event
- [Guidelines to checking 2022 WAEC result via SMS, internet](https://oyoreporters.com/guidelines-to-checking-2022-waec-result-via-sms-internet/) - The results for the 2022 West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination has been released. Note, however, that only MTN, Glo and Airtel subscribers can check the WAEC results using the SMS method. Purchase the WAEC Direct Scratch card to check your result via text message. Input the scratch card PIN in the section provided and
- [2022 WASSCE results out](https://oyoreporters.com/2022-wassce-results-out/) - Results of the 2022 West African Senior School Certificate Examinations organised by the West African Examinations Council has been released. The Head of WAEC National Office, Patrick Areghan, while disclosing this on Monday, said that the results were released 45 days after the last paper was conducted. Recall that the examination, which started on May
- [Osun: Gov. Oyetola's 1,240-page-petition alleges malpractices in 749 polling units](https://oyoreporters.com/osun-gov-oyetolas-1240-page-petition-alleges-malpractices-in-749-polling-units/) - Governor Adegboyega Oyetola and the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, on Friday, submitted their petitions against Senator Ademola Adeleke of the Peoples Democratic Party at the state election petition tribunal against the outcome of the July 16 governorship poll. In company with the embattled governor at the tribunal were Kafayat, his wife; Prince Gboyega Famodun, the state Chairman
- [Ex- IGP, Tafa Balogun, passes on at 74](https://oyoreporters.com/ex-igp-tafa-balogun-passes-on-at-74/) - Mustafa Adebayo Balogun, a former Inspector General of Police, is dead. He was said to have died on Thursday at Reddington Hospital in Lagos. Balogun was IGP under former President Olusegun Obasanjo between 2002 and 2005. Balogun, who was born on August 25, 1947 in Ila-Orangun, Osun State, was a member of cadet Assistant Superintendent of Police Course
- [Lola Spa berths with radiance at Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre](https://oyoreporters.com/lola-spa-berths-with-radiance-at-kakanfo-inn-and-conference-centre/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The relaxed ambience of the newly opened Lola Spa, Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre, is classy and inviting. Its interior glows radiantly with shades of blue. The cozy and richly furnished massage studio looks adorable and mind arresting. Launched a week after the Bawa Continent, an international food spot opened at Kakanfo Inn and Conference
- [Peter Obi knocks Buhari on poor governance](https://oyoreporters.com/peter-obi-knocks-buhari-on-poor-governance/) - The Obidient Movement, a coalition for Peter Obi, has berated the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari for being clueless.The movement described the current administration in the land as incapable of offering good governance citing bad economic and political situation. The opinion was expressed by the National Coordinating Council, Obidient Movement, comprising of leaders from the six
- [APC makes case for diaspora voting](https://oyoreporters.com/apc-makes-case-for-diaspora-voting/) - Nigerians in the diaspora should be allowed to vote elections without having to leave their countries of residence, the Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Yakubu Murtala Ajaka, has said. Ajaka spoke at a town hall meeting with some of the young Nigerians in diaspora in London at the weekend. According to him, with over 200 million
- [Missing actress’ car found - Police](https://oyoreporters.com/missing-actress-car-found-police/) - The car belonging to Cynthia Okereke, a Nollywood actress who reportedly got missing, has been found, the Enugu State Police Command says. This disclosure was made on Saturday by the Public Relations Officer of the Command, DSP Daniel Ndukwe. “The current report at our disposal dwells on a case of an abandoned and recovered vehicle, as well as
- [NLC protest against prolonged ASUU strike rocks Lagos, Ibadan, Ekiti, others (with photos)](https://oyoreporters.com/nlc-protest-against-prolonged-asuu-strike-rocks-lagos-ibadan-ekiti-others-with-photos/) - Ongoing protest by the Nigeria Labour Congress in solidarity with the striking Academic Staff Union of Universities has paralyzed activities in parts of Lagos, Oyo and Ekiti states as members of the organised labour trooped out with those in the informal sector to rise against what they described as insensitivity on the part of the
- [Shina Peller mourns Aseyin](https://oyoreporters.com/shina-peller-mourns-aseyin/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE A National Assembly member, Shina Peller, has lamented the passage of the Aseyin of Iseyin, Oba Abdulganiyu Adekunle Salaudeen, describing it as a great loss to the people of Iseyin, Oke Ogun and the entire Yoruba land. The representative of Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajowa federal constituency of Oyo State at the National Assembly expressed his opinion in
- [Aseyin of Iseyin joins ancestors](https://oyoreporters.com/aseyin-of-iseyin-joins-ancestors/) - A first class king in Oyo State, Oba Adekunle Salawudeen, the Aseyin of Iseyin, has passed on. The report of the passage of the monarch was broken by a family sources who pleaded anonymity. The Aseyin was said to have breathed his last on Sunday. The king is the fourth senior traditional rulers in Oyo State to have rested
- [Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre serves freshness and class at Bawa Continent](https://oyoreporters.com/kakanfo-inn-and-conference-centre-serves-freshness-and-class-at-bawa-continent/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The ambience is cool, green, classy and relaxing with compelling lyrics cooing from the music box. The hut is nicely built with bamboo sticks. Beside the creative tropical village setting sits a fountain of water, and lying opposite the structure is a chess set with an array of puns and officers assumably set
- [Unscrupulous bloggers concocted ridiculous statements against me - Pastor Bakare](https://oyoreporters.com/unscrupulous-bloggers-concocted-ridiculous-statements-against-me-pastor-bakare/) - Pastor Tunde Bakare, General Overseer of Citadel Global Community Church, formerly called Latter Rain Assembly, Lagos, has refuted allegations that he endorsed Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate for 2023 elections. Bakare was alleged to have said that CAN attempted to lure the APC into presenting a weak candidate, adding that Christians, as righteous people
- [NCDC tasks FG, states on capacity building for disease management, control](https://oyoreporters.com/ncdc-tasks-fg-states-on-capacity-building-for-disease-management-control/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE There is need for both the federal and state governments to place premium on disease management and control through capacity building, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has said. The Director General of NCDC, Dr Ifedayo Adetifa, during the first memorial lecture of Prof. David Olufemi Olaleye in Ibadan, on Thursday, said that the federating units must ensure
- [JAMB approves varsities,polytechnics' cut-off marks](https://oyoreporters.com/jamb-approves-varsitiespolytechnics-cut-off-marks/) - The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has approved cut-off marks for universities and polytechnics in the land. This came following a deliberation among officials of JAMB, Ministry of Education, the National Universities Commission and the National Board for Technical Education and others. Cut-off mark for the polytechnics is 120 while that of universities is 140.
- [IBEDC launches 24-hour-metering campaign in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/ibedc-launches-24-hour-metering-campaign-in-ibadan/) - The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has launched its 24-hour 'Mobile Map' campaign in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, in a bid to ease the process of metering for social and economic growth. The new metering initiative, according to IBEDC, would help to address the lingering meter deficit for optimum performance. The IBEDC crew moved round major parts
- [APC Muslim youths kick against choice of Shettima as Tinubu’s running mate](https://oyoreporters.com/apc-muslim-youths-kick-against-choice-of-shettima-as-tinubus-running-mate/) - Muslim youths in the All Progressives Congress have kicked against the selection of Senator Kashim Shettima as running mate to Asiwaju Bola Tinubu in the 2023 presidential election. The group insisted that Tinubu should replace Shettima, former Borno State governor, with a member of the party who is a Christian from the North in the
- [Oyo Assembly approves Makinde's request for N800million water loan](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-assembly-approves-makindes-request-for-n800million-water-loan/) - The Oyo State House of Assembly has approved the request by Governor Seyi Makinde to access N800million loan for the state Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency. The counterpart fund, targeted at attracting the sum of N2.967billion from the Federal Ministry of Water Resources, is intended for the expansion of Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene in
- [Gov. Makinde gets new deputy as Oyo Assembly impeaches Olaniyan](https://oyoreporters.com/gov-makinde-gets-new-deputy-as-oyo-assembly-impeaches-olaniyan/) - The Chairman, Oyo State Housing Corporation, Bayo Lawal, has been inaugurated as Governor Seyi Makinde’s deputy in replacement of Rauf Olaniyan, the ousted deputy governor. Lawal's inauguration came after the Speaker of the House, Adebo Ogundoyin read a letter from Governor Makinde seeking the Assembly’s approval of Lawal's nomination as the deputy governor. Chief Justice of
- [Oyo lawmakers impeach Deputy Governor](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-lawmakers-impeach-deputy-governor/) - Rauf Olaniyan, Deputy Governor of Oyo State, has been sacked. Olaniyan was impeached at plenary around 11:30 am by the lawmakers on Monday. The Oyo State House of Assembly is dominated by members of the Peoples Democratic Party. The embattled Olaniyan was elected in 2019 on a joint ticket with Governor Seyi Makinde on the platform of the
- [CAC Arogungbogunmi celebrates 26th anniversary amid pomp and pageantry](https://oyoreporters.com/cac-arogungbogunmi-celebrates-26th-anniversary-amid-pump-and-pageantry/) - Sunday, July 17, 2022, was a special day to appreciate and worship God for Prophet Richard Kolawole, his wife, Prophetess Chris; and the entire congregation of CAC Arogungbogunmi International as they rolled out the drum to celebrate the 26th anniversary celebration of the church. The anniversary, themed, 'The anointing to break all evil records,' garnered together worshippers from
- [NAWOJ seeks end to ASUU strike, others](https://oyoreporters.com/nawoj-seeks-end-to-asuu-strike-others/) - The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists has tasked the Federal Government to ensure that the strike embarked upon by the Academic Staff Union of University is called off on time for normalcy to return to public tertiary institutions across the nation. The call was made in a communique issued by the National Executive Committee of NAWOJ and signed by
- [Jubilation in Osun as INEC declares Adeleke winner of governorship poll](https://oyoreporters.com/jubilation-discontentment-as-inec-declares-adeleke-winner-of-osun-governorship-poll/) - There was jubilation across Osun State in the early hours of today (Sunday) as the Independent National Electoral Commission declared the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Senator Ademola Adeleke, the winner of the Osun governorship election. Prof. Oluwatoyin Ogundipe, Vice Chancellor of the University of Lagos, who doubled as the Returning Officer for the election disclosed that
- [See Osun Governorship Election Results from 30 local government councils](https://oyoreporters.com/see-osun-governorship-election-results-from-30-local-government-councils/) - In the governorship election held on Saturday, July 16, the leading opposition party in the state, the Peoples Democratic Party won in 17 local government councils while the ruling All Progressives Congress won in 13 local governments. (1) Boluwaduro Local Government Returning Officer, Dr Kehinde Bolarinwa. Registered voters – 24,329Accredited voters – 12,007 APC –
- [FMF excites students with vocational training, quiz, debating activities](https://oyoreporters.com/fmf-excites-students-with-vocational-training-quiz-debating-activities/) - A non governmental organization called Fortunate Michael Foundation, engaged hundreds of public schools' students in vocational training as well as quiz and debating competitions on Friday, July 15 at the Community Grammar School, Eyinni, Orita-Challenge, Ibadan, Oyo State. The students were filled with excitement as they got exposed to different vocations in readiness for the future and to
- [Osinbajo to undergo leg surgery](https://oyoreporters.com/osinbajo-to-undergo-leg-surgery/) - The Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo, is billed to undergo a leg surgery. He was said to have visited the hospital on Saturday on the account of persistent pain in the leg. The leg injury was reportedly sustained while playing squash. Laolu Akande, Media Aide to the VP, said in a two-paragraph-statement that his doctors would
- [APC, PDP top ratings in tension-soaked Osun governorship poll](https://oyoreporters.com/apc-pdp-top-ratings-in-tension-soaked-osun-governorship-poll/) - AKINWALE ABOLUWADE Despite the series of challenges staring the two major political parties (the All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party) in Osun State in the face, investigations by Oyo Reporters show that the two parties still stand ample chances in the electoral contest that holds today. It will be recalled that in the 2018 governorship
- [Sen. Balogun describes Oyo lawmaker's death as huge loss to humanity](https://oyoreporters.com/sen-balogun-describes-oyo-lawmakers-death-as-huge-loss-to-humanity/) - The representative of Oyo South Senatorial District at the National Assembly, Senator Kola Balogun, has described the death of a member of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Ademola Olusegun Popoola, as a huge loss to humanity. Popoola, who represented Ibadan South-East Constituency II at the state House of Assembly, died as a result of kidney-related
- [Popoola, Oyo Assembly lawmaker dies](https://oyoreporters.com/popoola-oyo-assembly-lawmaker-dies/) - The representative of Ibadan South East constituency II in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Ademola Popoola, has been reported dead. Popoola, aged 46, was said to have died at the University College Hospital on Tuesday evening. It was gathered that the state lawmaker passed on after battling kidney related disease. Popoola, who chaired the House Committee
- [Osun: Court validates Oyetola's qualification as APC governorship candidate](https://oyoreporters.com/osun-court-validates-oyetolas-qualification-as-apc-governorship-candidate/) - A Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has dismissed a suit seeking the disqualification of Governor Adegboyega Oyetola of Osun State as the All Progressives Congress candidate in the governorship election holding in the state on Saturday. Justice Inyang Ekwo, describing the plaintiff's prayer as gross abuse of court process, said that Moshood Adeoti, the plaintiff, failed to back his claims with
- [Oyo: Court strikes out deputy gov’s suit against impeachment process](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-court-strikes-out-deputy-govs-suit-against-impeachment-process/) - A High Court sitting in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, has dismissed a case filed by Rauf Olaniyan, the deputy governor, challenging the move to remove him from office. The House of Assembly in the state commenced an impeachment move against Olaniyan on account of alleged misconduct. Justice Ladiran Akintola held that the lawmakers and all the
- [Obi, Atiku, Tinubu, mere usurpers who cornered political party tickets - Adegboruwa](https://oyoreporters.com/obi-atiku-tinubu-mere-usurpers-who-cornered-political-party-tickets-adegboruwa/) - The presidential candidates of the All Progressive Congress, the Peoples Democratic Party as well as the Labour Party; Bola Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, are mere usurpers who cornered party tickets using their financial advantages over others, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, has stated. Adegboruwa gave his opinion in a statement titled, 'The
- [Red Cross, SSII task Oyo govt. on first aid, emergency response training in schools](https://oyoreporters.com/red-cross-ssii-task-oyo-govt-on-first-aid-emergency-response-training-in-schools/) - The Oyo State Government has been tasked on the need to prioritize public health and emergency response training in schools in a bid to mitigate the effects of accident. Experts gave the advice during a three-day Youth Empowerment Project on Public Health related skills organised by the Shining Stars Global Impact Foundation in conjunction with the Nigerian
- [Tinubu picks Shettima as running mate as Masari resigns](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-picks-shettima-as-running-mate-as-masari-resigns/) - Strong indication has emerged that Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress in the 2023 general election, has zeroed in on picking Senator Kashim Shettima as his running mate. It was learnt that the vice presidential candidate would be presented to President Muhammadu Buhari, the leader of the party in his country home, Daura, Katsina State
- ['News of ex-Oyo Governor Olunloyo's death untrue'](https://oyoreporters.com/news-of-ex-oyo-governor-olunloyos-death-untrue/) - Checks have shown that former Governor Omololu Olunloyo of Oyo State is not dead as being rumoured. This was confirmed as the family of the former governor called for prayers for the elder statesman in view of his deteriorating health condition. Report that Olunloyo, father of social media journalist, Kemi Olunloyo, died on Friday in
- [Oyo: Abducted school teacher regains freedom](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-abducted-school-teacher-regains-freedom/) - A school teacher named Sunday Adebayo has been freed from some men of the underworld hours after being abducted and whisked away to an unknown destination. Adebayo, aged 52, is resident in Iseyin Local Government Area of Oyo State. The school teacher, who doubles as supervisor with the West Africa Examination Council, was said to have been waylaid
- [Curiosity mounts as APC governors, Fayose, others meet Wike in Rivers](https://oyoreporters.com/curiosity-mounts-as-apc-governors-fayose-others-meet-wike-in-rivers/) - There was curiosity within the political circle on Friday as the Ondo State governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, and his counterparts from Ekiti and Lagos states, Kayode Fayemi and Babajide Sanwo-Olu, paid a visit to the Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike. In company with the three governors were the Ekiti State governor-elect, Biodun Oyebanji; and former Ekiti State
- [Peter Obi names Base Varsity founder as running mate](https://oyoreporters.com/peter-obi-names-base-varsity-founder-as-running-mate/) - The presidential candidate of Labour Party, Peter Obi, has named Senator Datti Baba-Ahmed as his running mate. Baba-Ahmed is the founder of Baze University, Abuja. Obi made the announcement in Abuja on Friday. The LP Vice Presidential candidate, aged 46, was a former lawmaker who represented Kaduna North Senatorial district. His announcement came barely 24 hours after Doyin Okupe, the Director-General,
- [Sallah: FG declares Monday, Tuesday as public holidays](https://oyoreporters.com/sallah-fg-declares-monday-tuesday-as-public-holidays/) - The Federal Government has declared Monday and Tuesday, July 11 and 12th respectively, as public holidays for this year’s Eid-el-Kabir celebration. Rauf Aregbesola, Minister of Interior, made the announcement today (Thursday) in a statement made available by Dr Shuaib Belgore, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry. The statement, which congratulated Muslims in particular and Nigerians in general on the occasion,
- [No government has surpassed Makinde-led administration in terms of infrastructures in three years - Titilola-Sodo](https://oyoreporters.com/no-government-has-surpassed-makinde-administration-in-terms-of-infrastructures-in-three-years-titilola-sodo/) - Bayo Titilola-Sodo, Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, has scored his principal high, saying that no government has surpassed the Makinde-led administration in terms of infrastructural development within the space of three years in the state. Titilola-Sodo also stated that"Anyone saying that prompt payment of salary, pension and gratuities are not achievements is
- [Tiwa Savage becomes TECNO brand ambassador](https://oyoreporters.com/tiwa-savage-becomes-tecno-brad-ambassador/) - Afrobeat diva, Tiwa Savage, has been named as the brand ambassador ofsmartphone brand, TECNO. Vincent Uzoegbu, the Public Relations Communications and Media Manager of TECNO, made the disclosure during the unveiling of Savage as the company's new brand ambassador. Uzoegbu said that “Tiwa Savage is a huge inspiration to millions of young people. Her pursuit for excellence and her
- [Oyo Assembly asks CJ to appoint committee on Deputy Governor's impeachment](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-assembly-asks-cj-to-appoint-committee-on-deputy-governors-impeachment/) - The Oyo State House of Assembly has mandated the state Chief Judge to inaugurate a seven-member-panel to investigate allegations of gross misconduct leveled against Rauf Olaniyan, the Deputy Governor. The motion was, on Wednesday, moved by Sanjo Adedoyin, Majority Leader of the House, representing Ogbomoso South and Akintunde Olajide, representing Lagelu State constituency. The House directed that the panel
- [Pastor who claimed rapture would happen in September is an agent of Satan - CAN](https://oyoreporters.com/pastor-who-claimed-rapture-would-happen-in-september-is-an-agent-of-satan-can/) - Claim by Josiah Peter Asumosa, an Assistant Pastor with the Whole Bible Believers Church in Ondo town, Ondo State that rapture would take place in September this year is false, the Christian Association of Nigeria has said. Men of the Ondo State Police Command rescued, at least, 70 victims from the premises of the Whole Bible
- [Scam alert! Announcement of N100,000 grant to farmers, non-farmers false - AFAN](https://oyoreporters.com/scam-alert-announcement-of-n100000-grant-to-farmers-non-farmers-false-afan/) - Viral news of N100,000 grant to farmers and non-farmers across the country is not true, the All Farmers Association of Nigeria, has said. AFAN clarified the issue which generated excitement in some quarters on Monday. The association, in a statement signed by its National President, Kabir Ibrahim, AFAN said that the viral online news was
- [SWEGOP commiserates with Agboolas over loss of son](https://oyoreporters.com/swegop-commiserates-with-agboolas-over-loss-of-son/) - The South West Group of Online Publishers has commiserated with Olayinka Agboola, Publisher of Parrotxtra Magazine and chairman of the association, on the passage of his son, Jesutofunmi Agboola. Jesutofunmi, a 16-year-old secondary school student, passed on during brief illness on Thursday, 30th June, 2023. SWEGOP, in a statement signed by its Public Relations Officer, Mr Remi
- [Peller drums support for 35% affirmative action for women](https://oyoreporters.com/peller-drums-support-for-35-affirmative-action-for-women/) - Political parties in the country have been urged to implement 35per cent affirmative action on women's inclusion in governance for the good of the society. Making this call in Spain on Tuesday was the representative of Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajowa federal constituency at the National Assembly, Hon. Shina Peller. The lawmaker, who chaired the Nigeria-Spain Parliamentary Friendship Group, led a delegation of
- [Titilola-Sodo to feature on SWEGOP platform Wednesday](https://oyoreporters.com/titilola-sodo-to-feature-on-swegop-platform-wednesday/) - Bayo Titilola-Sodo, Special Adviser on Labour Affairs to Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, will on Wednesday feature on the monthly personality platform of the South West Group of Online Publishers. SWEGOP is a group of online publishers in Oyo, Osun, Ondo, Ogun and Ekiti states focusing professionalism through self regulation and providing wider reach through online media
- [PAULESI, UI students attend 5-day Circular Plastic Economy Innovation training workshop](https://oyoreporters.com/paulesi-ui-students-attend-5-day-circular-plastic-economy-innovation-training-workshop/) - The week was eventful for the Post Graduate and Doctoral degree students of Pan African University, Life Earth Sciences Institute (Including Health and Agriculture), University of Ibadan, as well as the engineering students of UI as they were taken through training on 'Circular Plastic Economy Innovation Hub' session between Monday, June 27 and Friday, July
- [AU scribe, varsity dons task PAULESI matriculants to key into African developmental agenda](https://oyoreporters.com/au-scribe-varsity-dons-task-paulesi-matriculants-to-key-into-african-developmental-agenda/) - The Commissioner, Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, African Union Commission, Prof. Mohammed Belhocine, alongside some academic eggheads, have tasked the students of Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute to take advantage of their studies in advancing the course of Africa in line with the vision of the AUC. In his address on Tuesday
- [Signs that you may be having prostate cancer](https://oyoreporters.com/signs-that-you-may-be-having-prostate-cancer/) - .Causes, risk factors, treatment Prostate is a small walnut-sized gland that produces seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm. Sperms are made in testicles and transported by seminal fluid. Prostate cancer is a disease in a man's prostate. Prostate and Seminal vesicles are part of the male reproductive system. A way of detecting diseases such
- [Eruobodo mourns Agbekoya founder's death](https://oyoreporters.com/eruobodo-mourns-agbekoya-founders-death/) - The National Coordinator, Agbekoya Warrior Worldwide,Chief Kunle Adelakun (Eruobodo), has lamented the passage of the founder and President of Agbekoya Warrior, High Chief Olalere Ayalu. The late Yoruba warrior reportedly died on June 25 at age 117. He was buried on Saturday at his Irefin residence in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. A statement made by Adelakun on Ayalu's death
- [President Buhari, political parties should honour agreement with youth on governance - SCM](https://oyoreporters.com/president-buhari-political-parties-should-honour-agreement-with-youth-on-governance-scm/) - A faith, youth-based organization called the Student Christian Movement of Nigeria, has urged all registered political parties in Nigeria to implement the 'Not Too Young To Run' bill signed into law by President Muhammadu Buhari on the 31st of May, 2018. A statement by SCM, titled, 'Not too young to run law: Now is the time
- [Acting CJN, veritable asset to Oke Ogun - Peller](https://oyoreporters.com/acting-cjn-veritable-asset-to-oke-ogun-peller/) - The representative of Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajowa Federal Constituency in Oyo State, Shina Peller, has congratulated Justice Olukayode Ariwoola on his appointment and swearing-in as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria. In a statement which was personally signed and shared on his verified social media platforms, Peller described the new CJN as an embodiment of integrity, justice, truth and the
- [PDP threatens to expose Obasanjo over remarks on Atiku](https://oyoreporters.com/pdp-threatens-to-expose-obasanjo-over-remarks-on-atiku/) - The Peoples Democratic Party has threatened to spill the bin by exposing former President Olusegun Obasanjo for making uncomplimentary comment on Alhaji Atiku Abubakar. Reactions have been trailing Obasanjo's remarks that his choice of making Abubakar his running mate in 1999 was a mistake. In a swift reaction, the PDP through its Board of Trustees Chairman, Senator
- [Tinubu meets Buhari, jets out for meetings in France](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-meets-buhari-jets-out-for-meetings-in-france/) - Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, has departed Nigeria for some meetings in Paris, France. The APC leader left the country in the early hours of Monday after meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa. TInubu is expected to be back in the country soon after the meetings had been concluded.
- [Alleged irregularities on Tinubu’s credentials generate controversy](https://oyoreporters.com/alleged-irregularities-on-tinubus-credentials-generate-controversy/) - Intense reactions continue to trail the alleged irregularities on the particulars which Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, tendered to the Independent National Electoral Commission with the Action Peoples Party threatening that it would initiate a suit against him and his party. Also, it was gathered that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party,
- [Tinubu will promote true federalism if voted in as president - Shittu](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-will-promote-true-federalism-if-voted-in-as-president-shittu/) - The Director General of the Asiwaju Tinubu Presidential Campaign Organisation, Dr Bayo Shittu, has assured the people that Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration will promote true federalism if voted as president in 2023. Shittu made the assertion at a press conference held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Friday. The former Minister of Communication,
- [S'West govs., Adeboye, Kumuyi, Abiara, Akintoye, 64 others bag BCOS awards](https://oyoreporters.com/swest-govs-adeboye-kumuyi-abiara-akintoye-64-others-bag-bcos-awards/) - Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, alongside his counterparts from Osun, Ekiti, Ondo and Ogun states; Gboyega Oyetola, Kayode Fayemi, Rotimi Akeredolu and Dapo Abiodun respectively, on Tuesday bagged the Amotekun Governors' Award by the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State Television. Also awarded were the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor
- [Palliative care essential to life-threatening diseases - Ondo First Lady](https://oyoreporters.com/palliative-care-essential-to-life-threatening-diseases-ondo-first-lady/) - Wife of the Ondo State Governor, Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, has described timely referrals for palliative care as essential to the treatment and management of life-threatening and chronic diseases like cancer. The First Lady of Ondo State spoke at a public presentation of a handbook titled, 'Essentials of palliative care: a handbook for health professionals and students,' on
- [RCCG directs provinces to mobilize church members for PVC](https://oyoreporters.com/rccg-directs-provinces-to-mobilize-church-members-for-pvc/) - The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has directed the provinces of the church to launch what he called 'Operation show your Permanent Voter’s Card' in view of the 2023 general election in the country. A letter from the Intercontinental Youth Pastor/PICR of the church, Belemina Obunge, dated June 17, addressed
- [African nations should allot part of budget for ammunition to electricity - IBEDC chief](https://oyoreporters.com/african-nations-should-allot-part-of-budget-for-ammunition-to-electricity-ibedc-chief/) - African nations have been urged to allot parts of the money used for procurement of arms and ammunition to electricity in a bid to improve standard of living of the people in the continent. The Chief Operating Officer of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company, John Ayodele, made the call at the Power and Water Exhibition and
- [AWON harps on need to address insecurity, unemployment, others](https://oyoreporters.com/awon-harps-on-need-to-address-insecurity-unemployment-others/) - Governments at all levels and other major players in Nigeria have been urged to show greater commitment to national development by addressing insecurity, unemployment and other socio-economic issues. A Women Coalition namely Association of Women Orientation for Sustainable Development in Nigeria, made the call at a news conference held in Ibadan, on Tuesday, to address the menace. According to Chief Grace Oluwatoye,
- [Osinbajo urges traditional rulers to prioritize security, peaceful coexistence](https://oyoreporters.com/osinbajo-urges-traditional-rulers-to-prioritize-security-peaceful-coexistence/) - Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has stressed the need for traditional rulers to pay attention to security and sustenance of peaceful co-existence in their domains to foster unity and socio-economic development in Nigeria. Osinbajo gave the advice at the University of Ibadan venue of the 100th day anniversary of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, organised
- [ICIR clocks 10, holds conference on media sustainability](https://oyoreporters.com/icir-clocks-10-holds-conference-on-media-sustainability/) - The International Centre for Investigative Reporting will, Wednesday, June 22, hold a conference on Media Sustainability at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja as part of its 10th anniversary celebration. This was announced via a statement dated June 15 sent to OyoReporters by Gloria Agema, Senior Programme Officer, ICIR. The statement titled, '10th year anniversary: ICIR holds conference on media
- [Ekiti election result so far: APC in early lead](https://oyoreporters.com/ekiti-election-result-so-far-apc-in-early-lead/) - Results of the 2022 governorship election in Ekiti State are trickling in already with the All Progressives Congress candidate, Biodun Oyebanji, in early lead. RESULTS SO FAR: IJERO LGA APC – 13,754 PDP – 4,897 SDP – 5,006 EMURE LGA APC – 7,728 PDP – 2,610 SDP – 3,445 EKITI SOUTH WEST APC – 9,679 PDP – 4,474
- [APC candidate wins Ekiti governorship poll](https://oyoreporters.com/apc-candidate-wins-ekiti-governorship-poll/) - The candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Biodun Oyebanji, has emerged as the winner of the governorship election in Ekiti State. This announcement was made by the Independent National Electoral Commission in the early hours of Sunday. The Returning Officer for the Ekiti 2022 poll, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, announced the results after being counted. Adebowale is the Vice-Chancellor, the University of
- [Ekiti poll: Oni, Kolawole win polling units as Olujimi loses](https://oyoreporters.com/ekiti-poll-oni-kolawole-wn-polling-units-as-olujimi-loses/) - Governorship candidates of the Social Democratic Party, Segun Oni, and Bisi Kolawole, his Peoples Democratic Party counterpart in the Saturday, June 18 governorship election in Ekiti State, have reportedly won in their respective polling units. Oni of the SDP polled a total of 218 votes at his Unit 6, Ward 4, Ogbon Iro in Ifaki Ekiti, to beat the
- [Concern grows as Ekiti elects new governor today](https://oyoreporters.com/excitement-mounts-as-ekiti-elects-new-governor-today/) - There is growing anxiety in Ekiti State today as voters decide who would steer the ship of governance in the state in the next four years. As things stand, the All Progressives Congress is still strong in Ekiti, but other major political parties are striving hard to take the ace. For instance, the Peoples Democratic
- [IPOB seeks European Union's support on referendum for Biafra, Oduduwa Republic](https://oyoreporters.com/ipob-seeks-european-unions-support-on-referendum-for-biafra-oduduwa-republic/) - The Indigenous People of Biafra has indicated that European countries will soon witness a referendum for Biafra, Oduduwa Republic, and Ambazonian nation. The nationalist separatist group therefore appealed to the European Union to support a referendum seeking self-determination of the ethnic nationalities. In a statement by the spokesman of IPOB, Emma Powerful, on Friday, IPOB advises
- [Oni expresses worries over APC's desperation, abduction of SDP leaders](https://oyoreporters.com/oni-expresses-worries-over-apcs-desperation-abduction-of-sdp-leaders/) - Segun Oni, Social Democratic Party governorship candidate in the Saturday election in the state, has expressed concern over the alleged kidnap of some leaders of his party by those described as agents of the All Progressives Congress. The yet-to-be-identified 'agents' of the ruling political party in the state were reported to have abducted some members of the
- [Oyo Assembly begins impeachment process against Makinde's deputy](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-assembly-begins-impeachment-process-againstmakindes-deputy/) - The Oyo State House of Assembly has started the impeachment process against the deputy governor of the state, Rauf Olaniyan. This is following Olaniyan's defection to the All Progressives Congress from Peoples Democratic Party. The PDP lawmakers accused Olaniyan of gross misconduct, abuse of office, financial recklessness, abandonment of office and official duty and insubordination,
- [2023 poll: How Okowa emerged as my running mate - Atiku](https://oyoreporters.com/2023-poll-how-okowa-emerged-as-my-running-mate-atiku/) - Former Nigerian Vice-President and presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar, spoke on how he arrived at the choice of Governor Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta State as his running mate for the forthcoming election at the PDP National Headquarters, Wadata Plaza, Wuse Abuja on Thursday, June 16. Protocol: Let me begin by, once
- [Women journalists push for protection of children against harmful practices](https://oyoreporters.com/women-journalists-push-for-protection-of-children-against-harmful-practices/) - The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists has called for an end to all forms of harmful practices that may affect the development of the Nigerian child. NAWOJ spoke today (Thursday) as the global community marked the 2022 Day of African Child. The group, in a statement signed by Helen Udofa, its National Secretary, expressed concern that in
- [Segun Oni debunks alleged deal with Tinubu over Ekiti poll](https://oyoreporters.com/segun-oni-debunks-alleged-deal-with-tinubu-over-ekiti-poll/) - .Warns against vote buying Chief Segun Oni, governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party in Ekiti State, has declared as untrue the rumour that he struck a deal with Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, to step down for Biodun Oyebanji of the ruling party in the Saturday, June 18 governorship election in the state. While
- [FIFA organises 3-day sports management capacity building workshop for African students](https://oyoreporters.com/fifa-organises-3-day-sports-management-capacity-building-workshop-for-african-students/) - The highest international football governing body, Federation Internationale de Football Association, has organised a three-day capacity development workshop for students of the Pan African University Life and Earth Science Institute, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. The ongoing FIFA workshop, organised in partnership with PAULESI and University of Ibadan, opened on Tuesday, is scheduled to
- [Gunmen kidnap Anglican Bishop of Jebba, wife, driver](https://oyoreporters.com/gunmen-kidnap-anglican-bishop-of-jebba-wife-driver/) - Some yet-to-be-identified-gunmen have reportedly kidnapped the Anglican Bishop of Jebba Diocese in Kwara State, Rt. Rev. Oluwaseun Aderogba, his wife and driver. It was learnt that the kidnappers swooped on the Bishop and two of the occupants when the vehicle in which they were travelling developed a fault along the New Oyo/Ogbomoso Expressway. The Oyo State
- [Actress Laide Bakare hints on plan to undergo surgery for bigger bom](https://oyoreporters.com/actress-laide-bakare-hints-on-plan-to-undergo-surgery-for-bigger-bom/) - Controversial Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has indicated her resolve to undergo body enhancement surgery. Bakare gave the indication on Instagram recently stating that she wished to go under the knife in a bid to get a more attractive backside. According to her, some people use their artificial ass to intimidate her. She wrote, “Honestly I won travel
- [11 of 61 kidnapped Abuja-Kaduna train passengers regain freedom](https://oyoreporters.com/11-of-61-kidnapped-abuja-kaduna-train-passengers-regain-freedom/) - Eleven of the 61 passengers who were kidnapped in the March 28 Abuja-Kaduna train attack have regained freedom after negotiations. Six of the freed passengers were said to be females while the males were five. The abducted passengers were reported to have been flown to Abuja following their release on the orders of President Muhammadu Buhari.
- [2023: Jonathan writes presidential candidates, other stakeholders](https://oyoreporters.com/jonathan-writes-presidential-candidates-other-stakeholders/) - Former President Goodluck Jonathan has congratulated presidential candidates across political parties in the country, noting that the peaceful conduct of various party primaries gives hope of a promising electioneering as 2023 polls draw near. Jonathan spoke via his Twitter handle on Thursday noting that a transparent election would go a long way in boosting the confidence
- [Ondo court sentences killers of Fasoranti’s daughter to death by hanging](https://oyoreporters.com/ondo-court-sentences-killers-of-fasorantis-daughter-to-death-by-hanging/) - A High Court sitting in Akure, the Ondo State capital, has sentenced three of the four suspected killers of Mrs Funke Olakunrin, daughter of the national leader of the Pan Yoruba Socio- Political Group, Afenifere, Chief Reuben Fasoranti, to death by hanging. Olakunrin, who was on her way to Lagos, was killed by some hoodlums while travelling along the Benin-Ore-Shagamu Expressway in
- [NAWOJ seeks emergence of female vice president](https://oyoreporters.com/nawoj-seeks-emergence-of-female-vice-president/) - As electioneering kicks off in the land ahead of the 2023 general elections with the emergence of presidential candidates across party lines, the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists has canvassed for nomination of women as vice presidential candidates. The group made the call in a statement signed and issued by its National President, Ladi Bala, on Thursday. Lauding political
- [Buhari lauds APC delegates on outcome of primary](https://oyoreporters.com/buhari-lauds-apc-delegates-on-outcome-of-primary/) - .Assures Tinubu of full support The President, Muhammadu Buhari, has expressed the readiness to fully support the presidential bid of the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu. Tinubu, former Lagos State Governor, emerged as the presidential candidate of APC at a special convention of the party held at the Eagle Square, Abuja on Tuesday
- [Peller to Tinubu: Resolve wranglings within APC, unite members](https://oyoreporters.com/peller-to-tinubu-resolve-wranglings-within-apc-unite-members/) - The representative of Iseyin/Itesiwaju/Kajola/Iwajowa Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Hon. Shina Peller, has tasked Asiwaju Bola Tinubu to leverage on his emergence as the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress to resolve the internal bickering within the party. Peller gave the advice in his congratulatory message to Tinubu after being declared the
- [APC presidential primary: Folarin celebrates Tinubu's victory](https://oyoreporters.com/apc-presidential-primary-folarin-celebrates-tinubus-victory/) - Senator Teslim Folarin, the governorship candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress in Oyo State, has celebrated Asiwaju Bola Tinubu on his emergence as the presidential candidate of the party for the 2023 general elections. Folarin, who represents the Oyo Central Senatorial District in the Senate, made the congratulatory message, which he personally signed available to journalists following the official
- [Tinubu defeats Amaechi, Osinbajo others, picks APC presidential ticket](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-defeats-amaechi-osinbajo-others-picks-apc-presidential-ticket/) - Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, former governor of Lagos State, has emerged as the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress after defeating his co-aspirant at the party’s primary held at the Eagle Square, Abuja. Tinubu contested with former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi; Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba, Pastor Tunde Bakare, Ahmed Rufai, Senator Rochas Okorocha, Jack Rich, Governor
- [Tinubu in early lead as vote sorting begins](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-in-early-lead-as-vote-sorting-begins/) - Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, is in early lead as sorting and counting of ballots got underway this (Wednesday) morning. The APC Presidential primary commenced around 1am today, hours after the party leadership, presidential aspirants and delegates converged on the Eagle Square venue of the party's primary. Tinubu’s name came
- [Bayo Lawal to run as Makinde's deputy in 2023](https://oyoreporters.com/bayo-lawal-to-run-as-makindes-deputy-in-2023/) - The Executive Chairman of the Oyo State Housing Corporation, Chief Bayo Lawal, is billed to run as Deputy Governor with Governor Seyi Makinde on joint ticket on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party in the state come 2023. This is coming as Governor Makinde announced his resolve to replace his current deputy, Rauf Olaniyan. The governor made the announcement at
- [Akpabio, Fayemi, Badaru, Bankole, Boroffice, female aspirant, step down for Tinubu as voting begin](https://oyoreporters.com/akpabio-fayemi-badaru-bankole-boroffice-female-aspirant-step-down-for-tinubu-as-voting-begin/) - No fewer than seven presidential aspirants jostling to get the ticket of the All Progressives Congress withdrew from the primary held at the Eagle Square venue of the exercise in Abuja today (Wednesday). The exercise, which commenced around 1am, had bigwigs in the party, including most of the aspirants and about 2,203 accredited APC delegates
- [Excitement as Fayemi steps down for Tinubu](https://oyoreporters.com/excitement-as-fayemi-steps-down-for-tinubu/) - There was excitement within the camp of former Lagos State governor, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, as Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State stepped down for the former. Fayemi endorsed Tinubu immediately after he withdrew from the All Progressives Congress’s presidential primary on Tuesday night. According to Fayemi, although the decision was difficult it was necessary, because stepping down
- [FG, states must invest heavily on security infrastructure - Oni](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-states-must-invest-heavily-on-security-infrastructure-oni/) - Governments at all levels have been tasked on the need to pay desirable attention to security by investing heavily in it. Chief Segun Oni, governorship candidate of the Social Democratic Party in the coming election in Ekiti State, made the call in his reaction to killings, on Sunday, of some worshippers at the St Francis Catholic Church,
- [Baptist Convention decries Owo church attack, use of hijab in Kwara Christian schools](https://oyoreporters.com/baptist-convention-decries-owo-church-attack-use-of-hijab-in-kwara-christian-schools/) - The President, Nigerian Baptist Convention, Rev. Israel Akanji, has lamented the mindless attack and killing of worshippers at St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State, describing it as shocking, vicarious and a case of sunset at dawn for innocent citizens. The clergyman also decried the instruction by Governor Abdurahaman Abdulrasaq of Kwara State that those who wish to wear hijab
- [Tension in APC: Buhari denies unveiling consensus candidate as Adamu names Lawan as standard bearer](https://oyoreporters.com/tension-in-apc-buhari-denies-unveiling-consensus-candidate-as-adamu-names-lawan-as-standard-bearer/) - There is friction within the ruling All Progressives Congress as the national chairman of the party, Senator Abdullahi Adamu, purportedly announced Senate President Ahmed Lawan as consensus presidential aspirant. Adamu made the announcement at the meeting of the National Working Committee of the APC on Monday in Abuja, hours to the primary election of the party scheduled to hold
- [Akpabio bares mind on vision to transform Nigeria during visit to Oyo ](https://oyoreporters.com/akpabio-bares-mind-on-vision-to-transform-nigeria-during-visit-to-oyo-2/) - Former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has disclosed his resolve to bring his experience to bear in a bid to transform Nigeria into greatness within the comity of nations if voted as president. Akpabio, former governor of Akwa Ibom State, spoke during his visit to Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Friday,
- [CAN, Governor Sanwo-Olu, Catholic church lament Owo church killing as Buhari speaks](https://oyoreporters.com/can-governor-sanwo-olu-catholic-church-lament-owo-church-killing-as-buhari-speaks/) - The leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria has lamented the attacks and killing of worshippers at the St. Francis Catholic Church, Owa-luwa Street, Owo, urging the security agencies to arrest the perpetrators of the heinous act. Some unknown gunmen reportedly shelled the worshippers killing several of them and injuring many others, including passersby during the attack.
- [Akpabio bares mind on vision to transform Nigeria during visit to Oyo ](https://oyoreporters.com/akpabio-bares-mind-on-vision-to-transform-nigeria-during-visit-to-oyo/) - Former Minister of Niger Delta Affairs, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has disclosed his resolve to bring his experience to bear in a bid to transform Nigeria into greatness within the comity of nations if voted as president. Akpabio, former governor of Akwa Ibom State, spoke during his visit to Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Friday, stressing that
- [APC: We distance ourselves from sham of May 31 primary election - Kola-Daisi](https://oyoreporters.com/apc-we-distance-ourselves-from-sham-of-may-31-primary-election-kola-daisi/) - Kolapo Kola-Daisi, who is contending for the senatorial ticket for Oyo South District in the All Progressives Congress, has condemned the May 31 rerun of the primary election which was earlier held on May 29, 2022, insisting that he and his supporters would fight for fairness and represent the party on the ballot in the February 2023 election.
- [Naira exchanges at N419 against dollar](https://oyoreporters.com/naira-exchanges-at-n419-against-dollar/) - On Wednesday, the Naira exchanged at N419 to one United States' dollar at the Investors and Exporters window. This is a marginal gain against the N419. 50 rate, on Tuesday, representing 0.12 per cent appreciation. The open indicative rate closed at N418:21 to the dollar on Wednesday. An exchange rate of N444:00 to the dollar was the
- [I have no affair with Yahaya Bello’s wife - BBNaija finalist, Pere ](https://oyoreporters.com/i-have-no-affair-with-yahaya-bellos-wife-bbnaija-finalist-pere/) - Pere Egbi, Nollywood Actor and Big Brother Naija ‘shine ya eyes’ finalist, has denied the rumor doing the round on social media that he and the wife of the Kogi State Governor, Rashida Yahaya Bello, are dating. Against the wild allegation, the actor said that he had nothing to do with the First Lady of Kogi State.
- [Osun NUJ condemns Police shooting of The Nation Newspapers reporter, one other](https://oyoreporters.com/osun-nuj-condemns-police-shooting-of-the-nation-newspapers-reporter-one-other/) - The Nigeria Union of Journalists, Osun State Council, has criticised the Police in the state over the reported shooting of one its members, Toba Adedeji, and a female student by a personnel of the state command. The union, in a statement issued by its Chairman, Wasiu Ajadosu; and Secretary, Bukola Elufadejin shortly after the incident; called for the immediate redeployment of
- [NAWOJ calls for increased women participation in politics](https://oyoreporters.com/nawoj-calls-for-increased-women-participation-in-politics/) - Nigerian women have been urged to be actively involved in politics by taking part in the ongoing voter registration exercise and by mobilizing support for female candidates. The call was made by the Central Working Committee of the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists during its meeting on Saturday, May 28, at the Osborn La Palm
- [Tinubu ready for 'big fight' for presidency with Atiku](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-ready-for-big-fight-for-presidency-with-atiku/) - Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, a leading presidential aspirant of the All Progressive Congress has expressed readiness to slug it out with the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, in the 2023 elections. According to the national leader of the APC, the former Vice President would be a worthy opponent to him in
- [Smile Givers Initiative fetes pupils at 2022 Children Day Outreach](https://oyoreporters.com/smile-givers-initiative-fetes-pupils-at-2022-children-day-outreach/) - Smile Givers Initiative, a non governmental organisation founded by Mrs Adetutu Adegunju, treated some primary and secondary school pupils to moments of fun in celebration of the year 2022 Children Day Outreach held at the Power of Faith Gospel Church, Akanran, Olorunsogo, Ibadan on Friday. The children, numbering about 150, were full of excitement as
- [Kakanfo Inn & Conference Centre brings excitement to Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/kakanfo-inn-conference-centre-brings-excitement-to-ibadan-2/)
- [SDP: Excitement as Aboderin wins Ibadan S'East/N'East Reps primary](https://oyoreporters.com/sdp-excitement-as-aboderin-wins-ibadan-seast-neast-reps-primary/) - There was excitement within the fold of the Social Democratic Party on Thursday as Deji Aboderin, former Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to former Governor Abiola Ajimobi of Oyo State, clinched the party's ticket for the House of Representatives seat for Ibadan South-East/North-East in the 2023 general elections. Aboderin was declared as the winner at the venue of the party's
- [Kakanfo Inn & Conference Centre  brings excitement to Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/kakanfo-inn-conference-centre-brings-excitement-to-ibadan/)
- [PAULESI celebrates 2022 Africa Day in style](https://oyoreporters.com/paulesi-celebrates-2022-africa-day-in-style/) - The Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute, University of Ibadan, celebrated the year 2022 Africa Day in grand style, on Wednesday, with pump and pageantry. Both staff and students of the institute, donning colourful 'adire' attire, trooped out enmasse in celebration of the continent with singing and dancing. They were flanked with flags of different African countries
- [Makinde defeats Gbolarumi during PDP governorship primary](https://oyoreporters.com/makinde-defeats-gbolarumi-during-pdp-governorship-primary/) - The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has defeated Hazeem Gbolarumi to clinch the ticket as the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party for the governorship election in the state in 2023. Gbolarumi, former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, was the only aspirant who slugged it out with Makinde in the primary held, on Wednesday, at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan,
- [I was arrested in Dubai for illegal filming, not for smoking weed - Tonto Dikeh](https://oyoreporters.com/i-was-arrested-in-dubai-for-illegal-filming-not-for-smoking-weed-tonto-dikeh/) - Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh, has debunked the allegation against her by Idris Okuneye, a Nigerian crossdresser popularly called Bobrisky that she was sometimes arrested by security men in Dubai for smoking weed. News of her alleged arrest in Dubai in 2019 has since been going viral on social media. Bobrisky recently alleged that Tonto Dike was arrested in Dubai for
- [Kidnappers set man of God, son free 2 days after](https://oyoreporters.com/kidnappers-set-man-of-god-son-free-2-days-after/) - Venerable Olu Obanla and his son who were kidnapped on Saturday along the Ifon-Okeluse Road in Ose Local Government Area of Ondo State have been set free by their captors. The Ondo State Police Command made the disclosure on Tuesday through Funmilayo Odunlami (SP), the Police Public Relations Officer in the state. The PPRO said that the father
- [Kidnappers threaten to start killing abducted train passengers from next week](https://oyoreporters.com/kidnappers-threaten-to-start-killing-abducted-train-passengers-from-next-week/) - Unless the Federal Government releases their relatives who were detained in Yola, the terrorists who abducted the Abuja-Kaduna bound train passengers on March 28 have threatened that they would start killing them as from next week. The leaders of the terrorists who purportedly masterminded the Abuja-Kaduna train attack, in a recorded conversation with Malam Tukur Mamu, spokesman
- [Oyo CAN prays against killings at Ibadan rally](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-can-prays-against-killings-at-ibadan-rally/) - The Christian Association of Nigeria, on Sunday, held a prayer rally against killings and social vices in the world and Nigeria. The CAN members, who gathered at its Secretariat in Ijokodo, Ibadan, said prayers in different Nigerian languages, including Hausa and Igbo. They displayed placards with inscriptions such as 'Oyo CAN says no to killings
- [Oyo PDP S-East/N-East Rep. aspirants to challenge purportedly manipulated party primary in court](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-pdp-s-east-n-east-rep-aspirants-to-challenge-purportedly-manipulated-party-primary-in-court/) - Akinwale AboluwadeThree aspirants jostling for the ticket to run for the House of Representatives seat in Ibadan South East/North East Federal Constituency of Oyo State in the 2023 general election on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party have accused the leadership of the party in the state of intimidating and forcing them from contesting in the primary
- [IPOB tells Deeper Life Church to cancel crusade in Abia](https://oyoreporters.com/ipob-tells-deeper-life-church-to-cancel-crusade-in-abia/) - The Indigenous People of Biafra has told Pastor William Kumuyi, the General Superintendent of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, to cancel the crusade being scheduled to hold in Aba, the Abia State capital in view of the insecurity in the South-East. The church's crusade is slated to run between May 24 to 29 in Aba. The nationalist separatist group warned
- [LAUTECH set to resume academic activities May 26 ](https://oyoreporters.com/lautech-set-to-resume-academic-activities-may-26/) - The Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso has directed both staff and students of the institution to resume academic activities by May 26. The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Registrar of the university, Dr Kayode Ogunleye. The resumption is for the continuation of academic activities for the first semester of the 2021/2022 session, the statement read. The
- [LAUTECH won't pull out from ASUU strike - Union](https://oyoreporters.com/lautech-wont-pull-out-from-asuu-strike-union/) - The Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso is not prepared to pull out of the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities, regardless of overtures from different quarters, ASUU, Ibadan Zone, has said. The leadership of the union spoke on Wednesday in Ogbomoso, stressing that the LAUTECH wing of ASUU believed in the long-term benefit of
- [Court declares Adeleke as authentic PDP governorship candidate](https://oyoreporters.com/court-declares-adeleke-as-authentic-pdp-governorship-candidate/) - A Federal High Court sitting in Osogbo, Osun State, has affirmed the candidature of Senator Ademola Adeleke for the Peoples Democratic Party in the July 16 governorship election holding in Osun State. Justice Nathaniel Emmanuel, on Wednesday, made the pronouncement while ruling on a suit filed by a factional PDP governorship candidate in Osun State, Prince
- [Adesina, AfDB chief turns down call to run for president](https://oyoreporters.com/adesina-afdb-chief-turns-down-call-to-run-for-president/) - Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, has explained grounds for turning down calls to run for president in the 2023 general elections in the country, citing his role at the AfDB. It will be recalled that a support group recently purchased the Presidential forms of the All Progressives Congress at the cost of N100million for him.
- [Kano: Many die, school children cry for help as explosion rocks Sabon Gari](https://oyoreporters.com/kano-many-die-school-children-cry-for-help-as-explosion-rocks-sabon-gari/) - Some people were feared dead around Court Road, Sabon Gari, Kano State, today (Tuesday), while several others were injured as an explosive device went off in the morning hour. One residential building and part of a private secondary school, Winners School, was said to have been destroyed by the explosion. School children were also said to have
- [2023: APC, PDP, other parties get INEC deadlines](https://oyoreporters.com/2023-apc-pdp-other-parties-get-inec-deadlines/) - Deadlines for nomination and withdrawal of candidates by political parties have been fixed by the Independent National Electoral Commission ahead of elections. This came as the INEC insisted that it would not adjust the election timetable for any reason. INEC, in keeping with its guideline, directed the parties to submit lists of delegates for elective offices to it
- [FG indicates readiness for Abuja-Kaduna train service to resume May 23](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-indicates-readiness-for-abuja-kaduna-train-service-to-resume-may-23/) - The Federal Government has disclosed that the Abuja-Kaduna train service will resume on May 23. Yakubu Mahmood, Spokesman for the Nigerian Railway Corporation, said this in a statement, on Monday. In March, the Federal Government suspended operations on the route after an attack on the train by suspected terrorists. Eight passengers died with some injured in the
- [Gov. Udom denies alleged blocking of Atiku from meeting Akwa Ibom delegates](https://oyoreporters.com/gov-udom-denies-alleged-blocking-of-atiku-from-meeting-akwa-ibom-delegates/) - The speculation doing the rounds in some quarters that Governor Emmanuel Udom of Akwa Ibom State does not want the Peoples Democratic Party delegates in the state to meet with former Vice President Atiku Abubakar during his visit, on Monday, has been described as false and spurious. The Udom Emmanuel Presidential Campaign Committee, in a statement made
- [Sokoto community mourns as church buries Deborah Samuel ](https://oyoreporters.com/sokoto-community-mourns-as-church-buries-deborah-samuel/) - Deborah Samuel, a student of Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto, who was killed on Thursday by a mob over allegation of blasphemy, has been laid to rest. Samuel was said to have apologised for allegedly making blasphemous statements about Prophet Muhammad before she was killed and set ablaze on school campus. She was buried on
- [President Buhari in crucial meeting with outgoing cabinet members](https://oyoreporters.com/president-buhari-in-crucial-meeting-with-outgoing-cabinet-members/) - President Muhammadu Buhari is currently holding a meeting with some outgoing members of his cabinet. The affected Ministers are vying for various electoral positions in the 2023 general elections. Those at the meeting at the time of filing this report are Ministers of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi; Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami; Labour
- [Jonathan set to re-contest under APC, may submit forms today](https://oyoreporters.com/jonathan-set-to-re-contest-under-apc-may-submit-forms-today/) - Indication has emerged that former President Goodluck Jonathan has made up his mind to re contest for president in 2023. The indication came barely 48 hours after he disassociated himself from moves by some groups to draft him into the presidential race. Many people have indicated their aspirations to run for the number one position
- [PDP shifts BoT, NEC, caucus meetings for hours](https://oyoreporters.com/pdp-shifts-bot-nec-caucus-meetings-for-hours/) - The People's Democratic Party today (Wednesday) shifted its scheduled National Caucus, Board of Trustees and National Executive Council meetings earlier slated to hold between 10am and 2pm to evening hours. Members of the PDP caucus, namely former Senate Presidents, David Mark and Bukola Saraki; the Chairman of the BoT, Senator Walid Jibrin; and the governors of Edo,
- [Genevieve Nnaji's fans shocked as actress shares personal video on Instagram](https://oyoreporters.com/genevieve-nnajis-fans-shocked-as-actress-shares-personal-video-on-instagram/) - A large number of fans of popular Nollywood actress, Genevieve Nnaji, are excited as she returned to Instagram recently. Nnaji, who shared a video of herself painting on a canvass, had for some time taken a break from social media. Unverified reports on the Internet indicated that the actress was hospitalised due to a mental
- [Buhari tells Amaechi, Ngige, Malami, Akpabio, other aspirants to quit cabinet](https://oyoreporters.com/buhari-tells-amaechi-ngige-malami-akpabio-other-aspirants-to-quit-cabinet/) - President Muhammadu Buhari, on Wednesday, directed members of the Federal Executive Council seeking elective positions in 2023 to resign on or before Monday. Lai Mohammed, Minister of Information and Culture, made the announcement while briefing State House correspondents on the outcome of the federal council meeting presided over by Buhari at the Council Chambers of the
- [Palace dissociates Olubadan from son’s support for Tegbe](https://oyoreporters.com/palace-dissociates-olubadan-from-sons-support-for-tegbe/) - The Olubadan Palace has dissociated itself from the purported endorsement of Joseph Tegbe, a senatorial aspirant in Oyo State by Prince Femi Balogun, the first son of the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Lekan Balogun. The Olubadan Palace also frowned on what it called the dragging of the throne into the unguarded visit and pronouncement by a
- [Vote God-fearing persons into power to save Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/vote-god-fearing-persons-into-power-to-save-nigeria/) - The President of the Nigerian Baptist Convention, Rev. Israel Akanji, has urged the electorate to vote God-fearing persons into power to take the country out of its current predicament. Akanji spoke on Monday during the presentation of the Communique issued after the 109th Nigerian Baptist Convention in session held at the Baptist International Convention Centre,
- [Adelabu scores Makinde low on performance](https://oyoreporters.com/adelabu-scores-makinde-low-on-performance/) - .Pledges to place Oyo on path of glory A former deputy governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has lamented what he called the low level of development in Oyo State with a promise that he would restore the glory of the pacesetting state if elected as governor in 2023. Adelabu spoke at
- [APC gives presidential aspirants, others condition on coming primaries](https://oyoreporters.com/apc-gives-presidential-aspirants-others-condition-on-coming-primaries/) - The ruling All Progressives Congress has prohibited aspirants for its presidential, governorship and parliamentary primaries from going to court without having exhausted avenues for redress and ventilation of grievances. In view of this, the aspirants are required to sign undertakings to accept the outcomes of the primaries and support those who emerge as candidates for
- [ASUU promises to decide next line of action soon ](https://oyoreporters.com/asuu-promises-to-decide-next-line-of-action-soon/) - The striking Academic Staff Union of Universities has said that it would decide the next course of action after the expiration of its warning industrial action. The union's two months rollover strike is expected to end this week. However, the union denied the report that it received a notice of meeting with the Federal Ministry of Labour
- [Tinubu expresses strong hope of winning APC presidential ticket](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-expresses-strong-hope-of-winning-apc-presidential-ticket/) - A presidential aspirant of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has said that he remains unshaken and confident that he would emerge as the APC standard bearer in the 2023 election. Tinubu, who doubles as the National Leader of the party, is in the race with more than 20 other aspirants. In his speech in
- [Local airlines operators to suspend services from Monday](https://oyoreporters.com/local-airlines-operators-to-suspend-services-from-monday/) - Starting from Monday, 9th May, Nigerian airline operators say that they would shut down their services due to the high cost of aviation fuel which has already hit N700 per litre. The indication was given in a statement signed by all the airline operators on Thursday with an advise that the traveling public who intend to fly
- [PDP shifts NEC meeting to May 11](https://oyoreporters.com/pdp-shifts-nec-meeting-to-may-11/) - The People's Democratic Party has again shifted its National Executive Committee meeting earlier rescheduled for May 10 to May 11. The National Secretary of the PDP, Senator, Samuel Anyanwu, made the announcement in a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday. He was quoted in the statement as saying that the earlier date clashed with the
- [Nigerians shouldn't be deceived into another slavery in 2023 - Primate, African Church](https://oyoreporters.com/nigerians-shouldnt-be-deceived-into-another-slavery-in-2023-primate-african-church/) - Nigerians must pray, keep their eyes open and shun ethnic and religious sentiments for a man after God's heart to emerge as president in 2023, the President of the African Church, Dr. Emmanuel Udofia, has said. The clergyman warned the citizens not be deceived into another slavery, saying that they must consider the best and suitable
- [IPOB to Wike: You're one of our worst enemies](https://oyoreporters.com/ipob-to-wike-youre-one-of-our-worst-enemies/) - The Indigenous People of Biafra has told Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State that he is one of its worst enemies and hater of Biafra. The group alleged that Wike's recent statement that he supported IPOB’s agitation against terrorists is an indication that he was speaking from both sides of the mouth. In a recent statement by its
- [2023 elections: INEC insists on June 3 deadline for party primaries](https://oyoreporters.com/2023-elections-inec-insists-on-june-3-deadline-for-party-primaries/) - The Independent National Electoral Commission has warned political parties not to toy with the Friday, June 3 deadline for the conduct of primaries for the 2023 general elections. INEC gave the warning in a statement issued on Thursday to all political parties, saying that the date would not be extended. The Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee,
- [Prof. Akintoye to UN Sec-Gen: Visit scenes of terrorist attacks in Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/prof-akintoye-to-un-sec-gen-visit-scenes-of-terrorist-attacks-in-nigeria/) - The leader of Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide, Prof. Banji Akintoye, has told the United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, to visit scenes of herdsmen and terrorists’ attacks rather than listening to rhetorics by President Muhammadu Buhari. The UN scribe arrived in Nigeria on Tuesday for a two-day official visit. Akintoye described the country as a failed state in a statement signed
- [Rotary Club pledges greater commitment to serving humanity](https://oyoreporters.com/rotary-club-pledges-greater-commitment-to-serving-humanity/) - The Rotary Club of Ibadan-Jericho Metro has reiterated its commitment to impacting the society. The President of the club, Samuel Kolawole, made the pledge in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital on Monday during its 10th anniversary. Kolawole said that Rotary as a service club would continue to focus on service to human community than before. He
- [Fayemi declares aspiration for presidency](https://oyoreporters.com/fayemi-declares-aspiration-for-presidency/) - The Ekiti State governor, Kayode Fayemi, has formally declared his intention to contest for president on the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress. Fayemi announced his aspiration on Wednesday in Abuja. If voted as president, Fayemi promised to give priority attention to youth empowerment. Also, he pledged to “retool the Armed Forces and security agencies.”
- [Tinubu holds private meeting with Buhari](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-holds-private-meeting-with-buhari/) - Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the national leader of the All Progressives Congress, on Tuesday night, held a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. The visit, hosted by the President at his official residence, is suspected to be a follow up to earlier engagements between the two.personalities. Pictures of Buhari with the presidential aspirant of the APC
- [Young trainees applaud CampusLabs, 234 Project over Employability Incubator initiative](https://oyoreporters.com/young-trainees-applaud-campuslabs-234-project-over-employability-incubator-initiative/) - The 70 young university students and graduates who were recently taken through a two-month brainstorming session on sets of skills required for workplace have expressed their excitement on the values being impacted on them during the period.The programme, organised by CampusLab in partnership with 234 Project, held Saturday, 30th April at the American Corner, IACD Building, Number 54,
- [My ambition to run for president comes with historic burden -<br>Olawepo-Hashim  ](https://oyoreporters.com/my-ambition-to-run-for-president-comes-with-historic-burden-olawepo-hashim/) - Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim of the All Progressives Congress, has declared his ambition to run for president in 2023, saying that his decision to contest comes with a historic burden. The burden, according to him, was imposed right from his late teens as an undergraduate youth activist. Olawepo-Hashim is expected to pick his nomination form at the APC secretariat, Abuja, on
- [Real Facts Why Makinde Denied Olubadan's Brother Second Term Ticket](https://oyoreporters.com/real-facts-why-makinde-denied-olubadans-brother-second-term-ticket/) - Real facts have emerged on why the Oyo State governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, denied the younger brother of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun Alli Okunmade II, Senator Kola Balogun, a second term ticket.It has been discovered that, contrary to reported claims, the decision to deny the incumbent senator a second term ticket was
- [CAC Supreme Council holds unification meeting in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/cac-supreme-council-holds-unification-meeting-in-ibadan/) - .Pastor Henry Ojo harps on need for resolution built on truth The President of the Supreme Council, Christ Apostolic Church, Nigeria and Overseas, Pastor Henry Ojo, has stressed the need for the church to strive towards resolution of conflicts based on truth and unity of purpose. Ojo made the call today (Thursday) at the unification meeting of
- [Civil Servants engaging in underhand dealings risk being jailed](https://oyoreporters.com/civil-servants-engaging-in-underhand-dealings-risk-being-jailed/) - A Permanent Secretary in the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, Ismaila Abubakar, has said that any civil servants found culpable of underhand dealings in contract procurement, apart from getting dismissed may also get jailed without an option of fine. Corroborating this, the Director of Procurement in the Ministry, Oke James Olusegun, said that those involved
- [Man of God predicts Jonathan's return to Aso Rock in 2023](https://oyoreporters.com/man-of-god-predicts-jonathans-return-to-aso-rock-in-2023/) - A clergyman named Pastor Felix Aluko of the Resurrected Assembly has said that former President Goodluck Jonathan would be returned to Aso Rock, Abuja if he vies for president in the 2023 poll. The senior pastor of the church, made the prophetic declaration on Tuesday in Abuja. He said that Jonathan would return in 2023 as
- [Police to release results of CBT exams soon](https://oyoreporters.com/police-to-release-results-of-cbt-exams-soon/) - The Nigeria Police Force and the Police Service Commission in conjunction with the West African Examinations Council have concluded the Computer Based Test for the 2021 recruitment exercise for Police Constables. The exercise was held between 20th and 21st April, the Inspector-General of Police, Usman Baba, stated. The CBT examinations held across the 36 states of the
- [Obasanjo praises Oba Adeyemi’s virtues](https://oyoreporters.com/obasanjo-praises-oba-adeyemis-virtues/) - Olusegun Obasanjo, former Nigeria President, has described the late Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, as a symbol of the nation’s struggle in self discovery and self-actualisation. The elder statesman stated this in a letter of condolence to Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State made available to journalists in Abeokuta on Saturday by his Special Assistant on Media, Kehinde
- [Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi joins his ancestors](https://oyoreporters.com/alaafin-of-oyo-oba-lamidi-adeyemi-joins-his-ancestors/) - The Alaafin of Oyo, Lamidi Adeyemi, has joined his ancestors. Oba Adeyemi passed on in the late hours of Friday at the Afe Babalola University Teaching Hospital, Ado Ekiti. The monarch hailed from the Alowodu Ruling House, in Oyo town. The remains of the First Class Yoruba traditional ruler were said to have been brought
- [I'm not ready to declare ambition to run for president - Jonathan](https://oyoreporters.com/im-not-ready-to-declare-ambition-to-run-for-president-jonathan/) - Former Nigerian President, Goodluck Jonathan, has indicated that the process that may lead him to declare his ambition to run for president in the 2023 election is ongoing. The former president said that he had yet to make his decision on the 2023 presidency known as he was still considering some variables. Jonathan spoke on
- [Osinbajo, Wike are God's choices for Nigeria as President - Prophet Kolawole (Arogungbogunmi)](https://oyoreporters.com/osinbajo-wike-are-gods-choices-for-nigeria-as-president-prophet-kolawole-arogungbogunmi/) - Nigerians have been urged to shun ethnic and religious sentiments by allowing a man after God's heart to emerge as president in 2023 instead of voting blindly for someone with self serving intention. The General Overseer, Christ Apostolic Church, Arogungbogunmi, Prophet Samuel Kolawole, gave the advice on Wednesday at a briefing on what he called
- [Stakeholders renew call for economic development initiatives](https://oyoreporters.com/stakeholders-renew-call-for-economic-development-initiatives/) - Some stakeholders in the land have stressed the need for governments at all levels to take proactive measures, through relevant policy formulation, to bail the economy from impending collapse. The stakeholders expressed the opinion in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital recently at the unveiling of the second edition of the South-West Local Governments Agriculture and Mineral Resources
- [Orlando Julius dies at 79](https://oyoreporters.com/orlando-julius-dies-at-79/) - Orlando Julius Ekemode, a frontline musical talent who was one of the most decorated highlife musicians in Nigeria, has passed on. The Managing Director of Evergreen Music, Bimbo Esho, reportedly broke the news of his death. Esho stated that the wife of the deceased informed him about Julius’ death. Julius was said to have passed on in the
- [Electricity: IBEDC appeals to customers against attack on its staff ](https://oyoreporters.com/electricity-ibedc-appeals-to-customers-against-attack-on-its-staff/) - The management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. has appealed to its customers not to molest or attack any of its staff in line of duties especially during the Easter period. While felicitating with Christians on the occasion, the IBEDC urged members of the public to imbibe Godly values of righteousness, peace and justice. The
- [Institutions partner stakeholders on home grown solution to plastic pollution](https://oyoreporters.com/institutions-partner-stakeholders-on-home-grown-solution-to-plastic-pollution/) - In a bid to address the challenges of plastic pollution and guarantee cleaner environment, the Pan African University of Life and Earth Sciences Institute, (including Health and Agriculture) in conjunction with some experts, had a brainstorming session with stakeholders at the permanent site of PAULESI, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria on Tuesday. The initiative, sponsored by
- [Group canvases economic justice for Nigerian women](https://oyoreporters.com/group-canvases-economic-justice-for-nigerian-women/) - Governments at all levels have been tasked on the need to put necessary laws in place in order to guarantee the rights of women for societal growth and development. The call was made during a one-day brainstorming session titled, 'Stakeholders' engagement on economic justice for women in Akinyele and Lagelu local government areas of Oyo
- [Sports Minister tasks Nigerian youth to explore opportunities on NOYA platform](https://oyoreporters.com/sports-minister-tasks-nigerian-youth-to-explore-opportunities-on-noya-platform/) - The Youth and Sports Development Minister, Sunday Dare, has advised the Nigerian youth to key into the Nigeria Online Youth Assembly platform launched by the Ministry for job and employment opportunities. The NOYA platform was inaugurated by the Ministry to address poverty through productive engagement, Oyo Reporters reports. After a three-day sensitization workshop on the use of
- [VP Osinbajo seeks APC govs' support for presidency](https://oyoreporters.com/vp-osinbajo-seeks-apc-govs-support-for-presidency/) - The Vice-President, Yemi Osinbajo, is reportedly hosting the All Progressives Congress, demanding their support for his presidential ambition ahead of next month’s Presidential primary. It was learnt that the Vice-President is hosting the governors to the breaking of Ramadan fast (Iftar). A source was quoted as saying that “The Iftar dinner being hosted by the
- [Tinubu now meeting with APC govs in Abuja](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-now-meeting-with-apc-govs-in-abuja/) - Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu is said to be currently meeting with governors of the ruling All Progressives Congress in Abuja. The meeting is holding few hours after Vice President Yemi Osinbajo declared his interest in the 2023 presidential election. Osinbajo declared his ambition to run for president shortly after meeting with the APC governors some
- [Robbery gang attack Yinka Ayefele’s Fresh FM station in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/robbery-gang-attack-yinka-ayefeles-fresh-fm-station-in-ibadan/) - Some robbers were said to have broken into the premises of Fresh 105.9FM station, Ibadan, Oyo State, owned by popular gospel singer, Yinka Ayefele, in the early hours of Sunday carting away items worth several millions of naira. Abolade Salami, senior personnel at the station, reportedly made the disclosure during a programme, tagged, ‘Agbo Oselu,’ on the station,
- [No going back on selection process for next Soun of Ogbomoso- Kingmakers](https://oyoreporters.com/no-going-back-on-selection-process-for-next-soun-of-ogbomoso-kingmakers/) - The kingmakers in Ogbomoso have said that the decision of Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State is being awaited on the outcome of the selection of the new Soun of Ogbomoso.Chief Sobalaje Otolorin, who is the head of the kingmakers, explained that having submitted its report on the selection of the successor to the throne of the Soun of
- [NURTW fires MC Oluomo as Chairman, Lagos Council](https://oyoreporters.com/nurtw-fires-mc-oluomo-as-chairman-lagos-council/) - The National Union of Road Transport Workers has sacked Alhaji Musiliu Akinsanya popularly known as MC Oluomo as the chairman of its Lagos State chapter. The transport union also dissolved its Lagos State chapter. The decision was made known in a statement titled, ‘Dissolution of Lagos State Administrative Council,’ jointly signed by its National President, Alhaji
- [Church penalizes Adeboye’s son for calling RCGG pastors 'goats'](https://oyoreporters.com/church-penalizes-adeboyes-son-for-calling-rcgg-pastors-goats/) - For calling some pastors in the Redeemed Christian Church of God goats, the church has sanctioned Leke Adeboye, son of the General Overseer of the church, Pastor Enoch Adeboye. It will be recalled that Leke described some pastors of the church as ‘goats’ for daring to preach after his father had delivered a sermon last Sunday. The parishes
- [Buhari signs Executive Order 11 into law](https://oyoreporters.com/buhari-signs-executive-order-11-into-law/) - President Muhammadu Buhari has signed into law Executive Order 11 on national public buildings maintenance. The President signed the document at the Council Chambers, Presidential Villa, Abuja on Wednesday, ahead of the weekly virtual Federal Executive Council meeting. President Buhari, while signing it, directed all Ministries, Departments and Agencies to set up maintenance departments in line with
- [Sacked Chief Imam of Legislators' Quarters Mosque gets new appointment](https://oyoreporters.com/sacked-chief-imam-of-legislators-quarters-mosque-gets-new-appointment/) - Sheikh Muhammad Nuru Khalid, the sacked Chief Imam of the National Assembly Legislators' Quarters Mosque, says that he has secured another appointment as Imam in another mosque, in Abuja. Sheikh Khalid described the termination of his appointment by the management committee of the former mosque as a necessary price needed to be paid for identifying with the
- [PAULESI receives 110 new postgraduate students under AU scholarship](https://oyoreporters.com/paulesi-receives-110-new-postgraduate-students-under-au-scholarship/) - The Pan African University of Life and Earth Sciences Institute, (including Health and Agriculture), University of Ibadan, has received 110 new postgraduate students under the African Union scholarship scheme. The orientation ceremony for the new students who were drawn for 45 African countries, held between Thursday and Friday, March 31 and April 1. At the colourful event, held at the PAULESI
- [2023: Group urges Osinbajo to run for president](https://oyoreporters.com/2023-group-urges-osinbajo-to-run-for-president/) - .Supports with N.5m to procure party's nomination form A group called Grassroots-37 for Osinbajo, has urged Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo to formally declare his interest to run for the office of president in 2023, assuring him of massive support from Nigerians and members of the group across the country. The group, while making the call during its
- [God yet to tell me about 2023 elections - Pastor Adeboye](https://oyoreporters.com/god-yet-to-tell-me-about-2023-elections-pastor-adeboye/) - As politicians begin to jostle for elective positions, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, says God has yet to tell him anything about next year's election in the country. Adeboye, in a sermon on Sunday at the monthly Thanksgiving Service of the Church, said that unlike the 2019 election,
- [Brochure announcing Rotimi Amaechi's presidential aspiration surfaces](https://oyoreporters.com/brochure-announcing-rotimi-amaechis-presidential-aspiration-surfaces/) - A brochure being prepared to sell the candidacy of Rotimi Amaechi, Minister of Transport, as a 2023 presidential aspirant has surfaced. A source, who confirmed that he sighted the 86-page brochure gave the hint on Saturday. The former governor of Rivers State had earlier been rumoured to be nursing ambition to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari. The presidential
- [Rainstorm destroys Agodi Governor’s Office roof top](https://oyoreporters.com/rainstorm-destroys-agodi-governors-office-roof-top/) - The downpour that lasted some hours on Thursday evening reportedly destroyed the roof top of the Oyo State Governor’s Office at the Agodi State Secretariat. Report had it also that the rainstorm damaged some shops at the Police Officers’ Wife Association Complex at Sango area of Ibadan. The rain, which started around 6pm in the area, lasted
- [Oyo to recruit 500 additional Amotekun personnel](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-to-recruit-500-additional-amotekun-personnel/) - The Oyo State Government has indicated its decision to recruit 500 additional Amotekun Corp personnel to boost crime fighting in the state. Governor Seyi Makinde said that the plan was in line with his administration's resolve to give zero tolerance to crime by supporting the security agencies in the state. Makinde spoke on Friday during the handing over of 100
- [Yoruba actor Dejo Tunfulu dies](https://oyoreporters.com/yoruba-actor-dejo-tunfulu-dies/) - Popular Yoruba comic actor, Kunle Adetokunbo, commonly called 'Dejo Tunfulu' has been reported dead. His death was reported on Kunle Afod's Instagram page on Friday. Also, Bolaji Amusan, a.k.a 'Mr Latin,' confirmed the news. Amusan, who is president of the Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria, said, “Yes, it is confirmed. “He died in a hospital
- [Hoteliers, guests bemoan EFCC's alleged destruction, violent raid of premises in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/hoteliers-guests-bemoan-efccs-alleged-destruction-violent-raid-of-premises-in-ibadan/) - Operators of hotels and guest houses in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Wednesday, bemoaned the alleged harassment of their guests and destruction of some of their properties during a raid said to have been carried out by officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission in Ibadan. According to the operators of the hotels, the raid
- [Minister sets up committee to audit vandalism during Nigeria/Ghana world cup qualifier](https://oyoreporters.com/minister-sets-up-committee-to-audit-vandalism-during-nigeria-ghana-world-cup-qualifier/) - Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, has inaugurated an eight-man-committee to audit the disruption and vandalization of facilities at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, on Tuesday 29th March, 2022, during the Nigeria vs Ghana World Qualifying match. The Minister, in a memo entitled, 'Audit Committee on vandalized items in the aftermath of Nigeria
- [Buni hands over leadership of APC to Adamu](https://oyoreporters.com/buni-hands-over-leadership-of-apc-to-adamu/) - Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has formally handed over the leadership of the ruling All Progressives Congress to Senator Abdullahi Adamu, the newly elected National Chairman of the party. Buni was Chairman, APC Caretaker/Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee, for about 21 months before handing over to the newly elected national chairman. Adamu assumed leadership of
- [CAN advocates for emergence of Christian president in Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/can-advocates-for-emergence-of-christian-president-in-nigeria/) - The Christian Association of Nigeria has called for the emergence of a Christian president in the 2023 general elections for the glory of the country to be restored. Rev. Samson Ayokunle, President of CAN, in his speech at the 53rd ministerial anniversary and dedication of a church auditorium of Christ Revival Church, Molete in Ibadan,
- [Olubadan ascribes logjam in Jaguns' positions to administrative error](https://oyoreporters.com/olubadan-ascribes-logjam-in-jaguns-positions-to-administrative-error/) - In a bid to address the controversies trailing the appointment of Jagun in the two ruling lines of the Olubadan chieftaincy system, (Olubadan and Balogun) three letters purportedly emanating from the Olubadan Palace have been allegedly cancelled. The said letters, two for Jagun Balogun and one for Jagun Olubadan, went viral on the social media
- [St. Anne's Old Girls seek state govt's support to secure school, inaugurate building projects](https://oyoreporters.com/st-annes-old-girls-seek-state-govts-support-to-secure-school-inaugurate-building-projects/) - The Seminary Saint Anne's Old Girls' Association has urged the Oyo State Government to support its drive to launch St. Anne's School, Ibadan back to glory by showing greater commitment to the development of the school. The alumni association also stressed the need for the government to mark the school's boundary so as to enable
- [Female doctor relocating abroad, others killed in attack on Abuja-Kaduna train](https://oyoreporters.com/female-doctor-relocating-abroad-others-killed-in-attack-on-abuja-kaduna-train/) - A young female doctor named Megafu Chinelo, alongside six other passengers in the ill-fated Abuja-Kaduna train, on Monday night, have been reported killed following terrorists' attack. The daredevil gunmen were said to have blown up the rail track thereby causing the train to derail. The terrorists, who swooped on the train immediately after, reportedly shot
- [Redeemed church Pastor claims reigning as Soun of Ogbomoso has God’s backing](https://oyoreporters.com/redeemed-church-pastor-claims-reigning-as-soun-of-ogbomoso-has-gods-backing/) - My move to become the next Soun of Ogbomoso is sanctioned by God, Pastor Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, a Senior Pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Jesus House, Washington DC Parish, has said. Olaoye, in a viral video on social media, told the members of his Parish that he had no ambition to become
- [Worries as terrorists bomb passenger train along Abuja-Kaduna route](https://oyoreporters.com/worries-as-terrorists-bomb-passenger-train-along-abuja-kaduna-route/) - There were worries as a train carrying over 900 passengers was, on Monday, said to have been bombed by suspected terrorists between Rijana and Katari in Kaduna State. Report had it that the train derailed after the improvised explosive device planted by the terrorists went off. A passenger reportedly called to tell his relatives that
- [Obasanjo, Osinbajo decry incidences of coups in Africa](https://oyoreporters.com/obasanjo-osinbajo-decry-incidences-of-coups-in-africa/) - Former President Olusegun Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo have described the experiences of African countries at this time as perilous, citing political instability and military incursions in parts of the continent. The duo spoke at the opening session of a two-day dialogue organised by the Coalition for Dialogue on Africa captioned, 'West Africa: Rising to the challenges
- [Dealer prosecutes Police over alleged harassment on purchase of N27m kerosene](https://oyoreporters.com/dealer-prosecutes-police-over-alleged-harassment-on-purchase-of-n27m-kerosene/) - A petroleum products dealer based in Ibadan, Oyo State, named Opajobi Mohammed Adewale, has prosecuted the Inspector General of Police, the Commissioner of Police in Rivers State, the Commander of Octopus Unit of the Nigeria Police Force, Rivers State; and Samuel Njoku of Master Energy Company, Port Harcourt, over his alleged harassment in the light
- [APC convention: Overzealous delegates send health minister away from stand](https://oyoreporters.com/apc-convention-overzealous-delegates-send-health-minister-away-from-stand/) - Angry delegates from Edo State reportedly sent Minister of Health, Dr. Osage Ehanire, away from the state's designated stand at the Eagle Square venue of the national convention of the All Progressives Congress. Ehanire was said to have left the scene with his aides to the VIP stand to avoid unforseen circumstances. The entrance of the
- [INEC: Sen. Adeleke makes Osun PDP governorship candidate list](https://oyoreporters.com/inec-sen-adeleke-makes-osun-pdp-governorship-candidate-list/) - Senator Ademola Adeleke has been confirmed by the Independent National Electoral Commission as the People's Democratic Party candidate for the July 16 governorship election in Osun State. The former senator's name appeared as the PDP candidate in the final list of governorship candidates released by the Commission on Friday. Prince Dotun Babayemi had initially challenged Adeleke's
- [US sanctions six persons for allegedly supporting Boko Haram](https://oyoreporters.com/us-sanctions-six-persons-for-allegedly-supporting-boko-haram/) - The United States has sanctioned six Nigerians for allegedly supporting Boko Haram terrorists. In a statement, the US government named Abdurrahman Ado Musa, Salihu Yusuf Adamu, Bashir Ali Yusuf, Muhammed Ibrahim Isa, Ibrahim Ali Alhassan and Surajo Abubakar Muhammad as supporters of the dreaded group. The US authorities, through the country's Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets
- [APC political appointees won't vote during Saturday convention - Committee](https://oyoreporters.com/apc-political-appointees-wont-vote-during-saturday-convention-committee/) - Political office holders have been excluded from voting at the national convention of the All Progressives Congress on Saturday, the Caretaker Extraordinary Convention Planning Committee of the party has said. The APC CECPC said in a statement that “All political appointees who were elected as delegates to the National Convention slated for 26/3/2022 shall not vote in
- [Firemen battle to save vehicles as fire rages under Eko Bridge](https://oyoreporters.com/firemen-battle-to-save-vehicles-as-fire-rages-under-eko-bridge/) - Firemen are currently making efforts to quell an outbreak under the Eko Bridge, Apongbon area of Lagos State, as some vehicles are reportedly being burnt. An eyewitness (name not given) said that the incident happened around 7am today (Wednesday). No life was lost in the incident, but vehicles running into several millions of naira were
- [2023: Aboderin meets constituents over intent to run for House of Reps seat](https://oyoreporters.com/2023-aboderin-meets-constituents-over-intent-to-run-for-house-of-reps-seat/) - Akinwale Aboluwade The atmosphere was charged at the Christ Primary School, Odinjo, Ibadan, Oyo State, on Tuesday as Deji Aboderin, a House of Representatives aspirant of the People's Democratic Party in the state, met his constituents to declare his political ambition for 2023. Thousands of supporters that thronged the venue of the meeting cheered the politician as
- [Olubadan calls for Surveyors' support to end land grabbing](https://oyoreporters.com/olubadan-calls-for-surveyors-support-to-end-land-grabbing/) - The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun, on Monday, sought the support of the licensed Surveyors in Oyo State in his resolve to end land grabbing. Oba Balogun made the call while playing host to the Oyo State chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Surveyors who paid him congratulatory visit on the occasion of Global
- [United Apostolic Church of Christ declares global vision at its '2022 Annual Pastors' Conference'](https://oyoreporters.com/united-apostolic-church-of-christ-declares-global-vision-at-its-2022-annual-pastors-conference/) - Fifty-seven years after it was founded through the leading of the Holy Spirit, the United Apostolic Church of Christ has declared its readiness to pursue a global vision under the leadership of its President, Rev. Bayo Owoyemi. The President and General Overseer of the church declared, during the weeklong Annual Pastors' Conference that climaxed in thanksgiving service on
- [President Buhari inaugurates Dangote Fertilizer plant in Lagos](https://oyoreporters.com/president-buhari-inaugurates-dangote-fertilizer-plant-in-lagos/) - Aliko Dangote's multi-billion dollars fertilizer plant at Ibeju Lekki has been inaugurated today. The official inauguration ceremony was performed by President Muhammadu Buhari who cut the tape. The president reportedly arrived at the Dangote Refinery complex for the ceremony at 11:20am. The facility, said to have been built at a cost of $2.5 billion, can
- [Court sacks 20 lawmakers for defecting to APC in Cross River](https://oyoreporters.com/court-sacks-20-lawmakers-for-defecting-to-apc-in-cross-river/) - The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has sacked 20 members of the Cross River State House of Assembly who defected from the People's Democratic Party to the ruling All Progressive Congress. On Monday, in a judgement delivered by Justice Taiwo Taiwo, the court held that the lawmakers, having abandoned the political party on whose platform they
- [Police stop checking of Customs papers, tinted glass permit](https://oyoreporters.com/police-stop-checking-of-customs-papers-tinted-glass-permit/) - The Nigeria Police have prohibited its officers and men from demanding Customs papers from drivers. Olumuyiwa Adejobi CSP, acting Force Public Relations Officer, stated this in a tweet, adding that police officers should stop demanding tinted glass permits. The acting Force PRO said that policemen were barred from demanding customs papers and reiterated that tinted glass
- [Churches must intervene to redeem Nigeria from collapse, God's wrath - Rev. Owoyemi](https://oyoreporters.com/churches-must-intervene-to-redeem-nigeria-from-collapse-gods-wrath-rev-owoyemi/) - The General Overseer of the United Apostolic Church of Christ Worldwide Rev. Bayo Owoyemi, has stressed the need for Christians to take up the challenge of rescuing the society from the imminent danger of anarchy and wrath of God before it gets too late. Owoyemi, who observed that the situation in the country required proactive
- [Parents in shock realizing son travels to fight war in Ukraine](https://oyoreporters.com/parents-in-shock-realizing-son-travels-to-fight-war-in-ukraine/) - Adam Ennis' parents are in shock as they discovered that their son is fighting war in Ukraine. Ennis, a Scottish garage owner, was expected to meet his parents at the airport on their return from holiday. The 35-year-old-man from Biggar, south west of Edinburgh, reportedly left Scotland to join 50 men from around the world to defend the
- [Akande-Sadipe proposes 3-year-validity for UTME results](https://oyoreporters.com/akande-sadipe-proposes-3-year-validity-for-utme-results/) - Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, who represents Oluyole Federal Constituency at the National Assembly, has proposed that the law establishing the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board should be amended to increase the validity of Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination to three years. A statement that was e-signed by Olamilekan Olusada, Special Adviser Media and Publicity to the lawmaker, on Friday, read
- [Protest erupts at OAU as varsity appoints new VC](https://oyoreporters.com/protest-erupts-at-oau-as-varsity-appoints-new-vc/) - Some aggrieved persons, suspected to be residents of Ile-Ife, were reported to have staged a protest at the main gate of the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State shortly after Prof. Adebayo Simeon Bamire, a professor of Agricultural Economics from the Faculty of Agriculture, was named the new Vice-Chancellor of the university. The appointment of the new
- [Drama at Soludo’s inauguration as Obiano’s wife, Biance Ojukwu fight](https://oyoreporters.com/drama-at-soludos-inauguration-as-obianos-wife-biance-ojukwu-fight/) - There was confusion, on Thursday, as Willie Obiano’s wife, Ebelechukwu, and Bianca Ojukwu engaged in a fight during the inauguration of Prof. Charles Soludo as governor. Report had it that Obiano’s wife accused Bianca of not wanting the husband to be governor.Obianor's wife was accused of calling Bianca a bitch. She was also alleged to have
- [What Tinubu tells Senators about his 2023 Presidential ambition](https://oyoreporters.com/what-tinubu-tells-senators-about-his-2023-presidential-ambition/) - The National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, told the APC Senate caucus that his plan to succeed President Muhammadu Buhari in 2023 is with genuineness of purpose. Tinubu, former governor of Lagos State spoke on Wednesday during a meeting with the APC Senate caucus. In his address during the meeting, Tinubu
- [IWD 2022: APIN Oyo, other stakeholders advocate for fair rights of women](https://oyoreporters.com/iwd-2022-apin-oyo-other-stakeholders-advocate-for-fair-rights-of-women/) - The APIN Public Health Initiatives, Oyo State chapter, alongside other stakeholders have called for increased recognition of the place, roles and worth of women in the society for the greater good of all. The stakeholders made the call on Monday, March 14 during a programme marking the APIN International Women's Day 2022, held at the
- [PAULESI, others partner to drive Circular Plastic Economy in Africa](https://oyoreporters.com/paulesi-others-partner-to-drive-circular-plastic-economy-in-africa/) - BY AKINWALE ABOLUWADE The Pan African University of Life and Earth Sciences Institute, University of Ibadan, in partnership with Co-Creation Hub and DeMontfort University Leicester, UK has indicated the resolve to drive the plastic economy innovation through a creative innovation hub across Africa. The initiative, titled, 'Circular Plastic Economy Innovation Hub,' funded by the British
- [LAUTECH alumni rejects move to rename varsity](https://oyoreporters.com/lautech-alumni-rejects-move-to-rename-varsity/) - The Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso Alumni Association (worldwide) has kicked against the move by the Oyo State Government to change the name of the university. A bill to change the current status of the university to a conventional university, and seeking to change its name from LAUTECH to Ladoke Akintola University, has passed second reading in the
- [APC national chairmanship nomination form to sell for N20m](https://oyoreporters.com/apc-national-chairmanship-nomination-form-to-sell-for-n20m/) - The ruling All Progressives Congress has said that members aspiring for its National Chairmanship position would be required to obtain the party's nomination forms for N20million each. Those aspiring for the Deputy National Chairmanship position are to pay N10million each, while other positions in the National Working Committee of the party attract N5 million each. This is
- [Akeem Kareem Foundation Lecture to hold at Jogor Events Center](https://oyoreporters.com/akeem-kareem-foundation-lecture-to-hold-at-jogor-events-center/) - All is set for the third edition of the Akeem Kareem Foundation Lecture scheduled to hold on Thursday, March 17, at the Jogor Events Center, Liberty Road, Ibadan, Oyo State. This year’s edition of the event, which is billed to start by 11am, would also include the maiden Award of Excellence. The symposium titled, ‘Soro-Soke
- [Osinbajo notifies Buhari of intention to run for president](https://oyoreporters.com/osinbajo-notifies-buhari-of-intention-to-run-for-president/) - Facts have emerged that Vice-President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, has disclosed his intention to run for president in 2023 to President Muhammadu Buhari. Report had it that the VP informed the president of his desire to succeed him at the expiration of his tenure in 2023 in a bid to consolidate the achievements being recorded by
- [ASUU set to embark on indefinite strike as FG rejects 'hasty negotiations' ](https://oyoreporters.com/asuu-set-to-embark-on-indefinite-strike-as-fg-rejects-hasty-negotiations/) - Indications have emerged that the Academic Staff Union of Universities may begin an indefinite strike today (Monday) as the Federal Government says it will not enter into forced agreements with the academic union. The National President of ASUU, Emmanuel Osodeke, did not give details of its NEC meeting, but a source within the NEC was quoted
- [RCCG & politics: Dele Momodu got it all wrong!](https://oyoreporters.com/rccg-politics-dele-momodu-got-it-all-wrong/) - I have read the reaction of my beloved 'egbon' and highly respected journalist and politician, Mr Dele Momodu, to the recent setting up of the Directorate of Politics and Governance by the Redeemed Christian Church of God. I am bemused by his thoughts and some others who have muted that the Church created the Directorate
- [ASUU set to meet on Sunday after warning strike](https://oyoreporters.com/asuu-set-to-meet-on-sunday-after-warning-strike/) - The National Executive Council of the Academic Staff Union of Universities says as its four-week-warning-strike expires, it would meet on Sunday in Abuja on the next line of action. The National President of ASUU, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, was quoted, on Saturday, as saying that the NEC would decide what to do next. Osodeke said that “I cannot say this
- [Celebration in Ibadan as Oba Balogun ascends throne as 42nd Olubadan](https://oyoreporters.com/celebration-in-ibadan-as-oba-balogun-ascends-throne-as-42nd-olubadan/) - Ibadan was on Friday thrown into celebration as the Olubadan-designate, Senator Lekan Balogun, ascended the throne as the new Olubadan of Ibadanland. The people of Ibadan (both natives and non-natives) were upbeat as the installation ceremony of Oba Balogun as the 42nd Olubadan kicked off. Important dignitaries across all walks of life throng the Mapo Hall
- [Gov. Makinde presents Toyota Land Cruiser to Olubadan-designate](https://oyoreporters.com/gov-makinde-presents-toyota-land-cruiser-to-olubadan-designate/) - Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Thursday, presented a Toyota Land Cruiser SUV and a Pick-up pilot van to Senator Lekan Balogun hours to his installation as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland. The Chairman, Ibadan South East Local Government Area, Emmanuel Oluwole Alawode, presented the car key to Balogun at his Alarere residence, Ibadan. The Olubada-designate,
- [Gunmen kill former Iyalode of Ibadan's daughter](https://oyoreporters.com/gunmen-kill-former-iyalode-of-ibadans-daughter/) - Some yet-to-be-identified gunmen have reportedly killed Fatimah, a daughter to the former Iyalode of Ibadanland, late Chief Aminat Abiodun, in Ibadan. A family source was quoted as saying that the deceased was shot dead in an attack by the suspected killers. The attackers reportedly stormed her Basorun residence, near Bodija, Ibadan. “I was just told that our sister, daughter
- [Senate turns down Buhari’s Electoral Act at plenary](https://oyoreporters.com/senate-turns-down-buharis-electoral-act-at-plenary/) - The Senate, on Wednesday, turned down President Muhammdu Buhari’s Bill seeking to amend the Electoral Act, 2022. Titled, 'A Bill for an Act to amend the Electoral Act 2022 and for related matters, 2022,' it was overwhelming rejected by Senators. With this development, its second reading was brought to an abrupt end as it was
- [PAULESI inaugurates TETFUND-funded administrative building at UI](https://oyoreporters.com/paulesi-inaugurates-tetfund-funded-administrative-building-at-ui/) - The newly built administrative block of the Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute, University of Ibadan has been inaugurated. The building, whose approval was given in July 2020, the Director, PAULESI, Prof. Titilayo Akinlabi, said, consists of nine office apartments having eight offices and one general office; nine rooms for lectures and seminars; and a washroom, kitchenette and
- [Nigerians trading on Google platform to pay 7.5% VAT from April 1](https://oyoreporters.com/nigerians-trading-on-google-platform-to-pay-7-5-vat-from-april-1/) - Nigerians using Google platform for business would begin to pay 7.5 per cent as value-added tax starting from April 1, Google, a leading technology outfit, has announced. It gave the indication in a statement, saying that the new rate was in keeping with Nigeria’s legislation on VAT which came into effect on February 1 under the new Finance Act.
- [Excitement as Lead City University hosts US envoy](https://oyoreporters.com/excitement-as-lead-city-university-hosts-us-consular-general/) - It was an exciting experience for students and staff of the Lead City University, Ibadan as the institution hosts the Deputy Head, Public Affairs Unit of the United States Consulate General, Jennifer Foltz, alongside other diplomatic staff on its campus at a Special Interactive Session, on Monday. The Vice-Chancellor, LCU, Prof. Kabiru Aderemi Adeyemo, in his address of welcome
- [Echono replaces Bogoro as new TETFund Executive Secretary - President Buhari](https://oyoreporters.com/echono-replaces-bogoro-as-new-tetfund-executive-secretary-president-buhari/) - President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed the former Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Education, Sonny Echono, as the new Executive Secretary, Tertiary Education Trust Fund. Ehono replaced Prof. Sulaiman Elias Bogoro whose five-year-tenure was expected to end on March 18. A statement by the Federal Ministry of Education, through its Director, Press and Public Relations, Bem
- [ASUU to deliberate on outcome of meeting with FG](https://oyoreporters.com/asuu-to-deliberate-on-outcome-of-meeting-with-fg/) - .Considering end of strike Indications have emerged that the conflict between the Federal Government and the leadership of the Academic Staff Union of Universities may soon be over following the outcome of the meeting between the leaders of the academic union and the representatives of the government on Tuesday. While the outcome of the meeting
- [Over 100 Nigerian volunteer fighters besiege Abuja Ukraine embassy](https://oyoreporters.com/over-100-nigerian-volunteer-fighters-besiege-abuja-ukraine-embassy/) - No fewer than 115 young Nigerians, on Tuesday, offered to join Ukraine in its fight against Russia. This came as some Nigerians in Ukraine struggled to return home. The volunteers wrote down their names in a register provided by the Ukraine Embassy in Abuja. The Second Secretary, Ukraine Embassy, Bohdan Soltys, said that no step
- [Obasanjo meets incoming Olubadan ahead of installation](https://oyoreporters.com/obasanjo-meets-incoming-olubadan-ahead-of-installation/) - Ahead of his coronation as an Oba, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, on Tuesday, visited the Olubadan designate, Senator Lekan Balogun, for a brief meeting. The former president, who arrived at Balogun's Alarere residence, Ibadan without a large entourage, was led to the place by Gbenga Adewusi, former Chairman, Ibadan North-East Local Government Area of Oyo State.
- [2023: Sowore expresses desire to run for president](https://oyoreporters.com/2023-sowore-expresses-desire-to-run-for-president/) - Popular human rights activist Omoyele Sowore, on Tuesday, declared his intention to contest for president in the 2023 general elections. Sowore made his aspiration public in Abuja, explaining that he would run a socialist government by focusing on workers’ welfare, providing free education, creating job and making pension reforms. The publisher of Sahara Reporters stated that
- [Ukraine: Nigeria to airlift stranded citizens from Wednesday](https://oyoreporters.com/ukraine-nigeria-to-airlift-stranded-citizens-from-wednesday/) - The Federal Government has indicated that Nigerians who are trapped in Ukraine will, from tomorrow (Wednesday), be air-lifted to a save haven. The air-lifting, which was earlier planned for Monday (yesterday), was rescheduled so as to give the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the House of Representatives and the Nigerian foreign missions in Ukraine, Poland and
- [Fear grips university students as Python visits hostel](https://oyoreporters.com/fear-grips-university-students-as-python-visits-hostel/) - Students of Novena University, Ogume, in Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State, were thrown into commotion as a python was discovered in one of the female hostels. It was gathered that the python was found early Monday morning, creating panic among students. Students were said to have seen the snake on a bed
- [Hungary, Romania give access to Nigerians fleeing Ukraine](https://oyoreporters.com/hungary-romania-give-access-to-nigerians-fleeing-ukraine/) - The governments of Hungary and Romania have approved no visa access to Nigerians coming from Ukraine into their countries in view of the war situation between Russia and Ukraine. The Federal Government gave the indication saying that arrangements for accommodation and feeding before evacuation had been made. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs made the disclosure
- [Ogun: Police arrest 5 notorious cultists](https://oyoreporters.com/ogun-police-arrest-5-notorious-cultists/) - The Ogun State Police Command says it has arrested five notorious cult members on its wanted list at their hideout along Molipa Road, Ijebu Ode, while planning a violent attack on others. The Command, in a statement by its Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Oyeyemi, explained that Segun Olabiyi a.k.a Koleje; Musa Atanda a.k.a Musa Sars; Olorunjuedalo Adewale, Olamide
- [Olugbode rallies support for incoming Olubadan](https://oyoreporters.com/olugbode-rallies-support-for-incoming-olubadan/) - Sons and daughters of Ibadan at home and abroad have been urged to rally round the incoming Olubadan, Senator Lekan Balogun, for him to fully explore his wealth of experience and rich exposure for the progress, growth and development of Ibadanland. The call was made on Saturday by the Agbaakin Bobagunwa of Ibadanland, Alhaji Tajudeen
- [President Buhari signs Electoral Act Amendment Bill into law](https://oyoreporters.com/president-buhari-signs-electoral-act-amendment-bill-into-law/) - President Muhammadu Buhari has begun the process of signing into law the amended Electoral Act Amendment Bill.The process is currently ongoing at the Council Chamber of the Presidential Villa in Abuja.Those present at the ceremony which commenced around noon include the Vice-President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo; President of the Senate, Ahmed Lawan; and Speaker of the
- [Omoyele Sowore now free from police detention](https://oyoreporters.com/omoyele-sowore-now-free-from-police-detention/) - Security operatives have released activist Omoyele Sowore after being arrested at the premises of the Court of Appeal in Abuja. Sowore was arrested and detained by the police following a petition written by Ned Nwoko, a former member of House of Representatives. He confirmed his release from the office of former SARS located at Guzape district in the
- [NECO 2021 SSCE results out](https://oyoreporters.com/neco-2021-ssce-results-out/) - .Students record 62.59% pass in Mathematics, English Language The National Examinations Councils has released the 2021 Senior School Certificate Examination results. The NECO Registrar, Prof. Dantani Wushishi, announced this on Thursday, in Minna, the Niger State capital. Wushishi said that the results were released 68 days after the completion of the 2021 external examination papers.
- [Buhari set to sign Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2021 on Friday - Sources](https://oyoreporters.com/buhari-set-to-sign-electoral-act-amendment-bill-2021-on-friday-sources/) - Indication has emerged that President Muhammadu Buhari may, on Friday, sign the long-awaited Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2021. A source within the presidency confirmed that the president would be signing the bill into law around 12pm on the said day. Recall that the National Assembly transmitted the Electoral Act Amendment Bill 2021 to the president
- [Zamfara: Gov. Matawalle appoints Senator Gusau as Deputy Gov.](https://oyoreporters.com/zamfara-gov-matawalle-appoints-senator-gusau-as-deputy-gov/) - Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State has appointed Senator Hassan Mohammed Gusau as Deputy Governor. This came following the impeachment of the former Deputy Governor of the state, Mahdi Aliyu Gusau. Zamfara Assembly, in its resumed plenary on Wednesday, impeached Aliyu Gusau as Deputy Governor with immediate effect. In a statement, the Zamfara Assembly spokesperson, Mustafa Jafaru
- [Ekiti residents rush 9 members to hospital over air pollution](https://oyoreporters.com/ekiti-residents-rush-9-members-to-hospital-over-air-pollution/) - At least nine residents of Ilokun Government Reservation Area, near the Progress FM in Ado-Ekiti, have been hospitalised after inhaling smoke emanating from a dump site in the area. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the victims, including children, were rushed to a nearby hospital after inhaling the thick smoke from the dump site.
- [Ibadan set to get new Oba March 11](https://oyoreporters.com/ibadan-set-to-get-new-oba-march-11/) - The historic city of Ibadan will, March 11, get new Oba as Senator Lekan Balogun ascends the throne as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland. The development was announced on Monday as the Oyo State Government approved the date of the installation ceremony. His approval was contained in a letter signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local
- [FG says ASUU strike'll soon end](https://oyoreporters.com/fg-says-asuu-strikell-soon-end/) - The Federal Government has assured the citizens that the ongoing strike action by the Academic Staff Union of Universities would soon be called off. The Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, while expressing surprise on the renewed strike which commenced on February 14, stated that the action of ASUU was against the consensus that
- [Police confirm abduction of 2-year-old girl in Abia](https://oyoreporters.com/police-confirm-abduction-of-2-year-old-girl-in-abia/) - The Police in Abia State have confirmed the abduction of a two-year-old baby (name not given) at Umuobiakwa in Obingwa Local Government Area of the state. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Geoffrey Ogbonna, confirmed the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria in Aba, on Tuesday. Ogbonna said that the child, known as Precious Akataobi, was
- [Osun: Many reportedly die in Ilesa cult war](https://oyoreporters.com/osun-many-reportedly-die-in-ilesa-cult-war/) - About 10 people were allegedly killed in a clash between rival cult groups in Ilesa, Osun State. It was reported that the rival cult groups clashed at Brewery, Ifofin, Idasa and Irojo areas of the town, leaving many casualties in its trail. An eyewitness named Adeosun Azeez stated that the clash started at Irojo area
- [Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide: Eruobodo becomes General Secretary as group restructures Central Executive Council](https://oyoreporters.com/ilana-omo-oodua-worldwide-restructures-its-central-executive-council/) - The Central Executive Council of the umbrella body of the Yoruba Self-Determination Groups, Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide, has been restructured. The indication was given in a statement dated Friday, February 18, signed by Maxwell Adeleye, Publicity Secretary, Ilana Omo Oodua Worldwide. The members of the newly restructured Executive Council, ratified by the Congress of the self-determination movement, are Prof. Banji Akintoye,
- [ASUU, FG to meet today over ongoing strike](https://oyoreporters.com/asuu-fg-to-meet-today-over-ongoing-strike/) - The striking Academic Staff Union of Universities will, today (Tuesday) meet with the Federal Government to find a solution to the contentions that led to the ongoing strike by the university teachers. Recall that ASUU proceeded on a one-month warning strike on Monday, February 14 to press home its demands. The Federal Government and ASUU continued to trade blames
- [I'm ready to fight dirty in politics - Tinubu](https://oyoreporters.com/im-ready-to-fight-dirty-in-politics-tinubu/) - Senator Bola Tinubu, former governor of Lagos State and Leader of the All Progressives Congress, on Sunday, swore to fight dirty in his quest to become the next president of the country. The frontline politician, who spoke on Sunday during his visit to the Alarere residence of the Olubadan designate, Dr. Lekan Balogun, explained that he
- [Queen Elizabeth down with COVID-19](https://oyoreporters.com/queen-elizabeth-down-with-covid-19/) - Report has confirmed that Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom has tested positive for COVID-19. She was said to have been down with 'cold-like symptoms.' BBC quoted Buckingham Palace as saying that she was expected to carry out light duties this week. AP said that the palace indicated that the 95-year-old British monarch would
- [Expert speaks on how to prevent blindness at Zonta, Eleta eye outreach](https://oyoreporters.com/expert-speaks-on-how-to-prevent-blindness-at-zonta-eleta-eye-outreach/) - An ophthalmologist, Dr Francis Arogundade, on Friday, advised Nigerians to desist from self- medication in the treatment of eye infections or defects. Arogundade gave the advice during a free eye screening and examination drive by Zonta Club of Ibadan in collaboration with the Eleta Eye Institute, in Ibadan. He described self-medication as an harmful practice
- [Olubadan designate to CCII: I won't let you down](https://oyoreporters.com/olubadan-designate-to-ccii-i-wont-let-you-down/) - Olubadan designate, Dr. Lekan Balogun, on Friday assured the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes that he would not betray the confidence reposed in him. The incoming Olubadan pledged his support to the frontline Ibadan socio-cultural group in forging a common front. Balogun spoke while playing host to the executives of the CCII led by its President-General,
- [Amazing! Meet 102-year-old woman who wants to be next Nigerian president](https://oyoreporters.com/amazing-meet-102-year-old-woman-who-wants-to-be-next-nigerian-president/) - At age 102, Mrs. Nonye Josephine Ezeanyaeche looks sure on her desire to be Nigerian president. She looks calm and calculative about how to pursue her dreams. She is also well collected on what she needs to do to achieve her ambition. While grandmas who are much younger than her sit calmly in the comfort
- [SSASOGA gives Saint Anne's students 'nice treat' on Valentine's day](https://oyoreporters.com/ssasoga-gives-saint-annes-students-nice-treat-on-valentines-day/) - The Seminary Saint Anne’s Old Girls Association, on Monday, February 14, gave the students of Saint Anne's School, Molete, Ibadan a nice treat during its SSASOGA Valentine's Day Outreach 2022 with the theme, 'Keeping the girl child safe,' sponsored by SSASOGA National. On that day, the expansive school hall was filled to the brim with
- [Anger as commercial bus driver sets self on fire over LASTMA's seizure of vehicle](https://oyoreporters.com/anger-as-commercial-bus-driver-sets-self-on-fire-over-lastmas-seizure-of-vehicle/) - Some officials of the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority narrowly escaped mob attack at Ajao Estate area of Lagos State on Tuesday as a commercial bus driver reportedly set himself on fire in protest against the seizure of his vehicle. It was learnt that the driver, whose identity could not be immediately confirmed, was arrested for traffic infractions. It was
- [Davido gifts N250m to 292 orphanages](https://oyoreporters.com/davido-gifts-n250m-to-292-orphanages/) - Music superstar, David Adeleke, a.k.a. Davido, says he has fulfilled his promise by disbursing N250 million gift money to some orphanages across the country. Davido gave the indication in a statement released through his official Twitter account on Tuesday night. The superstar gave the update and names of the orphanages that benefitted from his gesture.
- [Buhari wants Senate to approve N2.557trn supplementary budget for fuel subsidy](https://oyoreporters.com/buhari-wants-senate-to-approve-n2-557trn-supplementary-budget-for-fuel-subsidy/) - Senate President Ahmad Lawan, on Tuesday, read President Muhammadu Buhari's letter for supplementary budget. The letter was read to the senators during plenary. Buhari is seeking Senate approval of supplementary budget containing N2.557trn for petroleum products subsidy from June to December 2022. The sum of N443 billion was approved for subsidy on Petroleum products from January to June. With the present request, the total amount stands at N3
- [S-West group explains why Atiku should drop presidential ambition](https://oyoreporters.com/s-west-group-explains-why-atiku-should-drop-presidential-ambition/) - The former Nigerian Vice-President, Atiku Abubakar, has been told to drop his presidential ambition for the unity of the country. The South-West Development Frontier gave the advice at a rally in Lagos, on Monday. According to the group, those canvassing for Atiku's presidency are trying to perpetuate injustice against the unity of the country. Olufemi
- [Makinde approves Balogun's appointment as 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland](https://oyoreporters.com/makinde-approves-baloguns-appointment-as-42nd-olubadan-of-ibadanland/) - Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved the appointment of Senator Lekan Balogun as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland. Balogun's appointment followed a recommendation by the Olubadan-in-Council, recently communicated to the governor. A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Taiwo Adisa, read that Governor Makinde wished the newly confirmed Olubadan a peaceful and
- [ASUU votes to begin one month warning strike](https://oyoreporters.com/asuu-votes-to-begin-one-month-warning-strike/) - The National Executive Council of the Academic Staff Union of Universities has voted to start a one month warning strike to press home its demands with the Federal Government. Oyo Reporters learnt that the warning strike was to ginger the government to do the needful. If the Federal Government fails to yield, the union said
- [Gov. Makinde to name new Olubadan on Monday](https://oyoreporters.com/gov-makinde-to-name-new-olubadan-on-monday/) - The Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, will on Monday name the new Olubadan of Ibadanland. The governor gave the indication at the final burial rites of the late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Adetunji, who died on January 2. Makinde stated that the emergence of the new Olubadan was in line with the laid-down tradition of the town,
- [Tragic! Party supporter knocks female voter down during Abuja council poll](https://oyoreporters.com/tragic-party-supporter-knocks-female-voter-down-during-abuja-council-poll/) - A female voter in Abuja whose identify could not be immediately confirmed has been reportedly feared killed during the Abuja council election. Report had it that the middle-aged woman was knocked down by a supporter of one of the major political parties who was riding a motorcycle on Saturday. Sources said that the female voter
- [Poly students protest killing of colleague, motorcyclist in Osun](https://oyoreporters.com/poly-students-protest-killing-of-colleague-motorcyclist-in-osun/) - Students of the Federal Polytechnic, Ede, Osun State, took to the street on Thursday in protest against the killing of a student of the institution named Hassan Adedeji. Adedeji, a newly graduated HND Banking and Finance student was reportedly killed while on a commercial motorcycle around the Agbale-Bode area in Ede town, on Wednesday night.
- [Ibadan: Confusion at Idi Ape as gunmen attack bullion van](https://oyoreporters.com/ibadan-confusion-at-idi-ape-as-gunmen-attack-bullion-van/) - There was confusion at the Idi Ape area of Ibadan, Oyo State, on Thursday, as some dare devil armed robbers reportedly attacked a bullion van belonging to a bank. Residents of the area allegedly scampered for safety during the operation. An unconfirmed report had it that the robbers killed two security operatives, but the number
- [Oyo seals off IBEDC offices for disconnecting electricity supply to state secretariat over govt's N450m debt](https://oyoreporters.com/oyo-seals-off-ibedc-offices-for-disconnecting-electricity-supply-to-state-secretariat-over-govts-n450m-debt/) - Officials of the Oyo State Government, on Wednesday, sealed off offices of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc. in the state for disconnecting electricity supply to the Agodi state secretariat in Ibadan. The IBEDC said that the state government went ahead to shut down its offices despite owing it a total of N450million over a period of three years.
- [Experts excite photo/videographers with creative ideas at Ibadan NPC Expo 2022](https://oyoreporters.com/experts-excite-photo-videographers-with-creative-ideas-at-ibadan-npc-expo-2022/) - It was an exciting moment for participants at the Nigeria Photo Cinema Exposition 2022 tagged, 'NPC Expo 2022,' on Tuesday, as leading practitioners on the beat took them through the path to success on the field. The three-day Expo, held at the Jogor Event Centre, Ring Road, in the city of Ibadan, garnered hundreds of
- [Plan to upgrade LAUTECH to conventional University underway - Oyo govt.](https://oyoreporters.com/plan-to-upgrade-lautech-to-conventional-university-underway-oyo-govt/) - The Oyo State Government says it has approved a bill titled, 2022 LAUTECH Amendment Bill to be forwarded to the state House of Assembly. The Bill is aimed at changing the status of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso from a technology university to a conventional institution. The Bill, which proposes the amendment of the
- [Afenifere, YCE tell Beninese authority to reverse decision on extension of Igboho's detention](https://oyoreporters.com/afenifere-yce-tell-beninese-authority-to-reverse-decision-on-extension-of-igbohos-detention/) - The Yoruba Council of Elders and the pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, have kicked against the continued incarceration of the Yoruba Nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, fondly called Sunday Igboho. Sunday Igboho's counsel, Yomi Alliyu, SAN, on Monday, disclosed that the Beninese Government had concluded plans to renew Igboho’s incarceration by another six months. It would be recalled that
- [2023 Polls: Sanusi advises religious leaders not to commercialize prayers](https://oyoreporters.com/2023-polls-sanusi-advises-religious-leaders-not-to-commercialize-prayers/) - Former Emir of Kano, Alhaji Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, has advised religious leaders to be wary of politicians who go about shopping for prayers ahead of elections. Sanusi gave the advice in Abeokuta on Monday during his visit to the Babanla Adinni of Egbaland, Chief Tayo Sowunmi. The former Central Bank governor counselled clerics on need
- [Lawyer says Sunday Igboho'll soon be released from detention](https://oyoreporters.com/lawyer-says-sunday-igboholl-soon-be-released-from-detention/) - There are clear indications that the detained Yoruba nation agitator, Sunday Adeyemo, a.k.a Sunday Igboho, would soon be released from detention in Benin Republic. Pelumi Olajengbesi, one of his counsels, gave the indication, on Saturday, through a post on his Facebook page. Olajengbesi blamed Yoruba leaders, accusing some of them of being selfish even as he expressed optimism
- [Nigeria Photo Cinema Exposition 2022 kicks off in Ibadan on Tuesday](https://oyoreporters.com/nigeria-photo-cinema-exposition-2022-kicks-off-in-ibadan-on-tuesday/) - A rare opportunity is up for grab for new and professional photographers, cinematographers, vloggers, content builders, skit makers and more as Broadnet Concept, in collaboration with Canon, holds a three-day training and expository workshop in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital next week. The workshop, featuring giants such as Shollot Photography, Mofe Bamuyiwa, Kelechi Amodi-Obi, Unlimited
- [Insecurity threatening Nigeria's peace, unity - Afenifere](https://oyoreporters.com/insecurity-threatening-nigerias-peace-unity-afenifere/) - A pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation called Afenifere, on Wednesday, raised the alarm against the festering insecurity in the country noting that the problem was capable of frustrating the peace and unity in the land. The warning by Afenifere came on the heels of a protest that halted vehicular activities on the Abeokuta- Sango-Lagos Expressway on Wednesday by students of DS
- [Gov. Makinde now to ratify Balogun's nomination as next Olubadan](https://oyoreporters.com/gov-makinde-now-to-ratify-baloguns-nomination-as-next-olubadan/) - Governor Seyi Makinde is now being awaited to ratify the nomination of High Chief Lekan Balogun, the Otun Olubadan, as the new Olubadan of Ibadanland. This is following the dismissal of the court case stalling Balogun's installation as the new Olubadan after the passage of Oba Saliu Adetunji. The kingmakers met on Thursday for Balogun's nomination as
- [Family backs MC Oluomo to scramble for obaship position](https://oyoreporters.com/family-backs-mc-oluomo-to-scramble-for-obaship-position/) - The Almaroof-Kupoluyi family has restated its support for the candidature of Musiliu Akinsanya, a.k.a MC Oluomo, to vie for ascension to the throne as Oba of Oshodi. As a royal blood, the family insisted that the Lagos State Chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, had the right to ascend the stool. Against the claim by the
- [US starts ‘no-interview’ visa renewals at Lagos Consulate in February](https://oyoreporters.com/us-starts-no-interview-visa-renewals-at-lagos-consulate-in-february/) - The US Consulate has expanded its visa services to assist non-immigrant visa applicants in Nigeria who qualify to renew their visa. The Mission stated that the new application procedure would begin in February at its Lagos office. However, the number of qualified applicants who can apply via the new procedures would be limited in the
- [Family releases details of Alao-Akala's burial arrangements](https://oyoreporters.com/family-releases-details-of-alao-akalas-burial-arrangements/) - The family of late Chief Adebayo Alao-Akala has released the details of his burial programme. The former governor of Oyo state died on January 12 at the age of 71 in his Ogbomoso country home. Alao-Akala, an elder statesman, was the Bobagunwa of Ogbomosoland. A statement signed by Segun Dokun Odebunmi, Chairman, Media Committee on the
- [We'll do historical check before awarding chieftaincy titles in Ibadanland - Balogun](https://oyoreporters.com/well-do-historical-check-before-awarding-chieftaincy-titles-in-ibadanland-balogun/) - Dr. Lekan Balogun, the Olubadan designate, has said that henceforth, aspiring Ibadan chieftaincy title' holders would be subjected to historical check so as to ensure that only people of respectable backgrounds hold chieftaincy titles. Balogun, who said that money would not be the determinant factor to earn chieftaincy titles in Ibadan under his reign, indicated that the
- [Okorocha set to run for president in 2023](https://oyoreporters.com/okorocha-set-to-run-for-president-in-2023/) - Former Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State, has declared his intention to contest in the 2023 presidential election. Okorocha made this known in a letter read at plenary by the President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, on Wednesday. The former governor will, on Monday, address a world press conference on his ambition.Details later..
- [UberMoto brings smart mobility app to ease transportation in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/ubermoto-brings-smart-mobility-app-to-ease-transportation-in-ibadan/) - Uber has introduced the Ubermoto latest ride-hailing app in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. UberMoto is a two-wheeler low-cost alternative and smart mobility option for city residents. The company expressed the hope that it would help riders in Ibadan to navigate traffic quicker and effectively from one place to another. According to the company, the innovation, which has
- [LGA heads in Oyo now to receive consolidated salary scale](https://oyoreporters.com/lga-heads-in-oyo-now-to-receive-consolidated-salary-scale/) - Henceforth, Heads of Local Government Administration in local government areas in Oyo State would begin to receive Consolidated Salary Scale which would enable them to take the same salary as pension after retirement. The disclosure was made at a special meeting presided over by the Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatubosun. Among
- [Court transfers IBEDC's control to AMCON over insolvency](https://oyoreporters.com/court-transfers-ibedcs-control-to-amcon-over-insolvency/) - A Federal High Court has transferred the control of the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Limited to the Assets Management Corporation of Nigeria as a result of the insolvency of the former. John Ayodele, Chief Operating Officer of the IBEDC, in a memo to the staff of the company on the development, urged the staff to remain calm. The memo, dated January
- [Balogun, 3SC General Manager dies](https://oyoreporters.com/balogun-3sc-general-manager-dies/) - The General Manager of the Shooting Star Football Club, Alhaji Rasheed Balogun, has been reported dead. It was learnt that Balogun died on Thursday evening on his sick bed. Rotimi Alli, Chairman, Ibadan Football Association, was said to have broken the news of his death on the 3SC WhatsApp platform. He wrote, “Innalilai wa Innalilai rajiun. We lost 3SC
- [Ibadan High Chiefs ready to withdraw court case to pave way for Balogun's ascension](https://oyoreporters.com/ibadan-high-chiefs-ready-to-withdraw-court-case-to-pave-way-for-baloguns-ascension/) - Following the decision by the Ibadan High Chiefs to withdraw the pending litigation against their obaship status, delay in the approval of the nomination of the Otun Olubadan, Senator Lekan Balogun, as the next Olubadan of Ibadanland by Governor Seyi Makinde may be over soon. The decision to withdraw the case was taken at the meeting
- [Why we've not released 2023 election timetable - INEC](https://oyoreporters.com/why-weve-not-released-2023-election-timetable-inec/) - The Independent National Electoral Commission has said that it would not release the 2023 general elections timetable until the Electoral Act Amendment Bill is signed into law. Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, INEC Chairman, made the disclosure on Tuesday, in Abuja during the commission’s first quarterly consultative meeting with political parties. “On the Electoral Amendment Bill currently before the
- [Nigerian rice to flood market, crash price soon - RIFAN](https://oyoreporters.com/nigerian-rice-to-flood-market-crash-price-soon-rifan/) - The Nigerian rice will soon flood the market and crash the price of the staple soon, the Rice Farmers Association of Nigeria has indicated. RIFAN stated, on Monday, that plans were already made to launch one million bags of rice paddy for stacking as pyramids in Abuja on Tuesday. Shehu Muazu, Chairman, Pyramid Sub Committee of
- [Kakanfo Inn & Conference Centre excites outstanding personnel with rewards at New Year party](https://oyoreporters.com/kakanfo-inn-conference-centre-excites-outstanding-personnel-with-rewards-at-new-year-party/) - For the management and staff of Kakanfo Inn and Conference Centre, Ibadan, Saturday, January 15 was a special day set aside for celebration. And again, for both the employers and the employees of the four-star hotel sitting at the Mobil end of Ring Road, Ibadan, it was a day to reward hard work and diligence.
- [Kill prisons attackers, don’t shoot to disable, shoot to kill - Aregbesola](https://oyoreporters.com/kill-prisons-attackers-dont-shoot-to-disable-shoot-to-kill-aregbesola/) - Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, Minister of Interior, on Monday, ordered prisons officials to kill any criminal element who attempts to attack any of the correctional centres in the country. The minister gave the order on Monday, while inspecting the Agodi Custodial Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State. Aregbesola, former Osun State governor, said that officers should repel those who attempt
- [Ondo govt. supports 52 widows of fallen heroes with N7.5m loan](https://oyoreporters.com/ondo-govt-supports-52-widows-of-fallen-heroes-with-n7-5m-loan/) - The Ondo State Government says it has disbursed N7.5 million revolving loan to 52 widows of fallen heroes in the state. Governor Rotimi Akeredolu gave the indication at the Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration held at the Cenotaph, Alagbaka, Akure, on Saturday. The governor said that the gesture was to assist the widows of the fallen
- [Ibadan High Chiefs declare Senator Balogun as next Olubadan](https://oyoreporters.com/ibadan-high-chiefs-declare-senator-balogun-as-next-olubadan/) - The Olubadan-in-Council, on Saturday, cleared the air on the successor to the throne of the Olubadan of Ibadan by declaring the Otun Olubadan, High Chief Lekan Balogun, as successor to late Oba Saliu Adetunji who passed on January 2. Former governor of Oyo State, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, who doubles as the Osi Olubadan, addressed journalists on behalf of the Council
- [Davido’s larger-than-life story for launch on Sunday](https://oyoreporters.com/davidos-larger-than-life-story-for-launch-on-sunday/) - The larger-than-life story of musical star, David Adeleke, a.k.a Davido, would, on Sunday, be premiered on a dedicated page, the Nigeria Entertainment Today otherwise called Netng. The documentary would also be available for streaming on Netng’s YouTube channel as one of Africa’s most currently celebrated public figures, Netng indicated. Titled ‘We rise: The Davido story,’ the documentary captures the decade-long
- [2023 poll: Bode George vows to leave Nigeria if Tinubu becomes President](https://oyoreporters.com/2023-poll-bode-george-vows-to-leave-nigeria-if-tinubu-becomes-president/) - Chief Bode George, former Deputy National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, has vowed that he would depart Nigeria if the ambition of former Lagos State Governor, Bola Tinubu, to become president in 2023 succeeds. George, one-time military governor of Ondo State, expressed his resolve in an interview on the 2023 general elections and how the PDP hopes
- [Ascension to Olubadan stool: Ibadan High Chiefs drop obaship titles, embrace old system](https://oyoreporters.com/ascension-to-olubadan-stool-ibadan-high-chiefs-drop-obaship-titles-embrace-old-system/) - The prolonged crisis rocking the Ibadan Obaship institution appeared to have been laid to rest on Thursday as the members of the Olubadan-in-Council agreed to drop their crowns to revert to the old system of ascendancy to the stool of the Olubadan of Ibadanland. Pursuant to the directive by Governor Seyi Makinde that the old
- [Twitter to re-activate services in Nigeria by 12am on Thursday](https://oyoreporters.com/twitter-to-re-activate-services-in-nigeria-by-12am-on-thursday/) - Effective from 12am, on Thursday, January 13, the Twitter operation in Nigeria would be re-activated as the Federal Government approves the lifting of its suspension. The approval was given following a memo written to the President Muhammadu Buhari by the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim, signed by Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, Chairman,
- [Farounbi, Lekan Balogun express shock at news of Alao-Akala's death](https://oyoreporters.com/farounbi-lekan-balogun-express-shock-at-news-of-alao-akalas-death/) - .Death of Bayo Alao-Akala sad, unexpected - Amb. Farounbi .Alao-Akala, great gentleman - Lekan Balogun Prominent Nigerians have expressed shock at the news of the demise of former Oyo State Governor, Adebayo Alao-Akala, describing him as a great man of honour. Former Nigerian envoy to Philippines, Amb. Yemi Farounbi, OON, described Alao-Akala's passage as "one death that
- [Former Governor Alao-Akala bows to death](https://oyoreporters.com/former-governor-alao-akala-bows-to-death/) - Former Governor of Oyo State, Aebayo Alao-Akala, has been reported dead. News of his death filtered in on Wednesday morning. Alao-Akala, a former police chief, hailed from Ogbomoso. The prominent politician died at age 71. Circumstances surrounding his death could not be immediately determined. Details shortly.
- [Ladoja, Iyalode absent as Ibadan Kingmakers meet on Olubadan successor](https://oyoreporters.com/ladoja-iyalode-absent-as-ibadan-kingmakers-meet-on-olubadan-successor/) - The Osi-Olubadan, former governor Rashidi Ladoja, and the Iyalode of Ibadanland, High Chief Theresa Oladuntan Oyekanmi, were conspicuously absent at the Tuesday meeting of the Ibadan Kingmakers held at the Oja'ba Palace of the Olubadan. It was learnt that the meeting was scheduled to ratify the selection of the Otun Olubadan, Senator Lekan Balogun, as
- [18 trapped worshippers rescued from collapsed church building in Delta](https://oyoreporters.com/18-trapped-worshippers-rescued-from-collapsed-church-building-in-delta/) - At least, 18 of those who were reportedly trapped in the rubble of a building which collapsed in Okpanam, Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State on Tuesday evening (around 5pm) have been rescued. An unconfirmed number of people were still said to be under the rubbles as rescue operation continued. The building, reportedly
- [Politicians should use power to better the nation - Gov. Makinde](https://oyoreporters.com/politicians-should-use-power-to-better-the-nation-gov-makinde/) - Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has tasked politicians in the country on the need to seek power in a bid to better the nation. Makinde spoke on Tuesday while receiving his Rivers State counterpart, Nyesom Wike, and his entourage, who paid a condolence visit to the state on the passage of the Olubadan of Ibadanland,
- [Ernest Shonekan, former Interim Head of State bows to death](https://oyoreporters.com/ernest-shonekan-former-interim-head-of-state-bows-to-death/) - Former Interim Head of the Nigerian Government, Chief Ernest Shonekan, has passed on. Shonekan was said to have died at Evercare Hospital, Lekki, Lagos, at the age of 85. The Interim National Government, which he headed between August 26 and November 17, 1993, succeeded General Ibrahim Babangida. Shonekan's interim government was ousted in a coup led by late
- [Juju maestro Dayo Kujore bows to death at 63](https://oyoreporters.com/juju-maestro-dayo-kujore-bows-to-death-at-63/) - A prominent Juju artiste, Dayo Kujore, has been reported dead. Kujore reportedly passed on at age 63. His daughter said that he died on Monday. Late Kujore, the ‘Soko Extra’ crooner, was one of the pioneers of the juju musical art. Circumstances surrounding his death have yet to be revealed. A formal announcement is expected to be made by
- [Tinubu declares presidential ambition for 2023 Asiwaju Bola](https://oyoreporters.com/tinubu-declares-presidential-ambition-for-2023-asiwaju-bola/) - Tinubu, the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, has declared his intention to contest for presidency in 2023. The politician made the disclosure to State House correspondents, on Monday, after a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Tinubu also stated that he informed President Buhari of his presidential ambition. The former
- [Buhari hosts Tinubu in Presidential Villa today](https://oyoreporters.com/buhari-hosts-tinubu-in-presidential-villa-today/) - President Muhammadu Buhari reportedly met the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, behind closed doors at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the agenda of the meeting between the president and Tinubu was unknown to journalists as of the time of filing this report. It was gathered that
- [Jagunmolu Agbekoya to Ladoja: Ibadan chieftaincy structure shouldn't be altered](https://oyoreporters.com/jagunmolu-agbekoya-to-ladoja-ibadan-chieftaincy-structure-shouldnt-be-altered/) - The Jagunmolu Agbekoya of Yorubaland, Prince Kunle Adelakun Eruobodo, has warned that the traditional succession structure to the throne of the Olubadan of Ibadan is unique and peaceful, hence, should by no means be tampered in order to avert crisis. The Agbekoya chief spoke in a letter dated Friday, January 7 and titled, 'Re - Olubadan
- [ECOWAS sanctions Mali: Withdraws ambassadors, shuts land, air borders](https://oyoreporters.com/ecowas-sanctions-mali-withdraws-ambassadors-shuts-land-air-borders/) - The Economic Community of West African States has resolved to withdraw all its ambassadors from Mali and close land and air borders between member countries and Mali. This resolution was conveyed in a communique issued after an Extraordinary Summit of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government in Accra, Ghana, on Sunday to
- [I'm wiser politically now than in 2019 -Adelabu](https://oyoreporters.com/im-wiser-politically-now-than-in-2019-adelabu/) - The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress in 2019 in Oyo State, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, says he is now wiser politically than in the past and, as such, would do better in the coming general election next year. The former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria popularly called 'Penkelemesi,' in a veiled reference to his defeat in the 2019
- [Ibadan: Panic as gunmen kill motorcyclist near UI Gate](https://oyoreporters.com/ibadan-panic-as-gunmen-kill-motorcyclist-near-ui-gate/) - There was confusion in Barika and Agricola communities, Ibadan, Oyo State, following the killing of a commercial motorcyclist in the area by some hoodlums. Agricola community, largely inhabited by students of the university, is near the UI 2nd Gate. Oyo Reporters learnt that the men of the underworld stormed the community around 8pm on Saturday, thereby throwing the residents
- [Iyalode of Ibadan backs Council on Balogun's endorsement as next Olubadan](https://oyoreporters.com/iyalode-of-ibadan-backs-council-on-baloguns-endorsement-as-next-olubadan/) - The Iyalode of Ibadanland, High Chief Theresa Oladuntan Oyekanmi, has thrown her weight behind her colleagues in the Olubadan-in-Council on the nomination of Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Senator Lekan Balogun as the Olubadan-elect. Oyekanmi expressed her position in a condolence letter written to the Olubadan-in-Council in which members were also congratulated on their choice of

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## Tags

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- [Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ibadan/)
- [ison xperiences](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ison-xperiences/)
- [governor seyi makinde](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/governor-seyi-makinde/)
- [ibadan south west local government council area](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ibadan-south-west-local-government-council-area/)
- [Amotekun](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/amotekun/)
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- [security](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/security/)
- [south-west](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/south-west/)
- [Christian Association of Nigeria](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/christian-association-of-nigeria/)
- [supo ayokunle](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/supo-ayokunle/)
- [Precious Cornerstone University](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/precious-cornerstone-university/)
- [Prof. Kola Oloke](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/prof-kola-oloke/)
- [vaccines](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/vaccines/)
- [oyo state](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-state/)
- [CACOVID](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/cacovid/)
- [Isolation centre saki](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/isolation-centre-saki/)
- [nwachukwu enwonwu](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/nwachukwu-enwonwu/)
- [olugbenga fadeyi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/olugbenga-fadeyi/)
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- [azeezat shomuyiwa](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/azeezat-shomuyiwa/)
- [pastor enoch adeboye](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/pastor-enoch-adeboye/)
- [the redeemed christian church of God](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/the-redeemed-christian-church-of-god/)
- [dove television station](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dove-television-station/)
- [world leaders](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/world-leaders/)
- [lockdown](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/lockdown/)
- [rape](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/rape/)
- [violation of women](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/violation-of-women/)
- [girl child](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/girl-child/)
- [barakat bello](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/barakat-bello/)
- [oyo state House of assembly](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-state-house-of-assembly/)
- [adebo ogundoyin](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/adebo-ogundoyin/)
- [seun fakorede](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/seun-fakorede/)
- [akin oke](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/akin-oke/)
- [all progressives congress](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/all-progressives-congress/)
- [peoples democratic party](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/peoples-democratic-party/)
- [oyo state police command](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-state-police-command/)
- [police public relations officer](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/police-public-relations-officer/)
- [reopening of schools](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/reopening-of-schools/)
- [Alaafin of Oyo](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/alaafin-of-oyo/)
- [oba lamidi adeyemi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oba-lamidi-adeyemi/)
- [primary health care centre](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/primary-health-care-centre/)
- [oyo state high court](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-state-high-court/)
- [assets filling station](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/assets-filling-station/)
- [alhaji waheed ajetunmobi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/alhaji-waheed-ajetunmobi/)
- [chief niyi akintola](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/chief-niyi-akintola/)
- [oyo state government](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-state-government/)
- [United Nations Children’s Fund](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/united-nations-childrens-fund/)
- [Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ministry-of-budget-and-economic-planning/)
- [Adeniyi Farintoin](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/adeniyi-farintoin/)
- [children](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/children/)
- [women](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/women/)
- [Wale Oladimeji](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/wale-oladimeji/)
- [efcc](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/efcc/)
- [economic and financial crimes commission](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/economic-and-financial-crimes-commission/)
- [Kanu idagu](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/kanu-idagu/)
- [state COVID-19 task force](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/state-covid-19-task-force/)
- [Grace Oshiagwu](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/grace-oshiagwu/)
- [oyo state COVID-19 task force](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-state-covid-19-task-force/)
- [professor oladipo akinkugbe](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/professor-oladipo-akinkugbe/)
- [university college hospital](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/university-college-hospital/)
- [toye akinrinola](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/toye-akinrinola/)
- [akinkugbe died](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/akinkugbe-died/)
- [Akinyele Youth Forum](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/akinyele-youth-forum/)
- [Grace Oshiagwu.Caleb Adedokun](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/grace-oshiagwu-caleb-adedokun/)
- [angry youths](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/angry-youths/)
- [seyi makinde](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/seyi-makinde/)
- [pdp reconciliation committee](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/pdp-reconciliation-committee/)
- [Dr. Saka Balogun](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dr-saka-balogun/)
- [KAM Africa Limited](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/kam-africa-limited/)
- [Kayode Adebayo](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/kayode-adebayo/)
- [AMFEST Creative and Arts Foundation](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/amfest-creative-and-arts-foundation/)
- [abiola Ajimobi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/abiola-ajimobi/)
- [bolaji tunji](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/bolaji-tunji/)
- [florence Ajimobi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/florence-ajimobi/)
- [simon ibekwute](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/simon-ibekwute/)
- [raphael davies](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/raphael-davies/)
- [justice joyce abdulmalik](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/justice-joyce-abdulmalik/)
- [federal high court Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/federal-high-court-ibadan/)
- [money laundering](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/money-laundering/)
- [wasiu olatunbosun](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/wasiu-olatunbosun/)
- [former president olusegun obasanjo](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/former-president-olusegun-obasanjo/)
- [omololu olunloyo](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/omololu-olunloyo/)
- [temitope Alonge](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/temitope-alonge/)
- [adams oshiomhole](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/adams-oshiomhole/)
- [apc national working committee](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/apc-national-working-committee/)
- [lanre issa -onilu](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/lanre-issa-onilu/)
- [community spread of disease](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/community-spread-of-disease/)
- [nigerian bar association](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/nigerian-bar-association/)
- [oluwole akintayo](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oluwole-akintayo/)
- [ncdc](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ncdc/)
- [COVID-19 related death](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/covid-19-related-death/)
- [Yoruba Youth Socio-cultural Association](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/yoruba-youth-socio-cultural-association/)
- [olalekan hammed](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/olalekan-hammed/)
- [yysa](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/yysa/)
- [ban worship centres](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ban-worship-centres/)
- [Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc.](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ibadan-electricity-distribution-company-plc/)
- [John Ayodele](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/john-ayodele/)
- [ibedc](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ibedc/)
- [vandalism](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/vandalism/)
- [vandals](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/vandals/)
- [death rumour](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/death-rumour/)
- [national centre for diseases control](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/national-centre-for-diseases-control/)
- [Happiness Bassey](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/happiness-bassey/)
- [Anthonia](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/anthonia/)
- [physical torture](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/physical-torture/)
- [ministry of women's affairs and social inclusion](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ministry-of-womens-affairs-and-social-inclusion/)
- [Alhaja Faosat Sanni](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/alhaja-faosat-sanni/)
- [South-West PDP leaders](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/south-west-pdp-leaders/)
- [olagunsoye oyinlola](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/olagunsoye-oyinlola/)
- [ayodele fayose](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ayodele-fayose/)
- [segun oni](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/segun-oni/)
- [bode george](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/bode-george/)
- [Dr Abdulazeez Olatunde](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dr-abdulazeez-olatunde/)
- [Publicity Secretary](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/publicity-secretary/)
- [Hilliard Eta](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/hilliard-eta/)
- [British American Tobacco](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/british-american-tobacco/)
- [Dr Taiwo Ladipo](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dr-taiwo-ladipo/)
- [National Centre for Disease Control](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/national-centre-for-disease-control/)
- [oyo state agriculture development programme](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-state-agriculture-development-programme/)
- [OYSADEP](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oysadep/)
- [Christian Association of Nigeria in Oyo State](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/christian-association-of-nigeria-in-oyo-state/)
- [Apostle Joshua Akinyemiju](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/apostle-joshua-akinyemiju/)
- [worship centers](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/worship-centers/)
- [religious centers](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/religious-centers/)
- [lifting of ban worship centres](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/lifting-of-ban-worship-centres/)
- [apc publicity secretary](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/apc-publicity-secretary/)
- [akeem olatunji](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/akeem-olatunji/)
- [chief bayo adelabu](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/chief-bayo-adelabu/)
- [omiwole ruling house](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/omiwole-ruling-house/)
- [obalufon of sepeteri](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/obalufon-of-sepeteri/)
- [prince omiwole muraina](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/prince-omiwole-muraina/)
- [prince omiwole moruff](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/prince-omiwole-moruff/)
- [justice ezekiel ajayi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/justice-ezekiel-ajayi/)
- [oyo state aspirants forum](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-state-aspirants-forum/)
- [pa samuel farinu](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/pa-samuel-farinu/)
- [oyo central senatorial district](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-central-senatorial-district/)
- [pa s.m akindele](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/pa-s-m-akindele/)
- [chief medical director](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/chief-medical-director/)
- [prof. jesse otegbayo](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/prof-jesse-otegbayo/)
- [monday oyatoki](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/monday-oyatoki/)
- [COVID-19 hazard allowance](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/covid-19-hazard-allowance/)
- [akinyele local government area](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/akinyele-local-government-area/)
- [mojeed tirimisiyu](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/mojeed-tirimisiyu/)
- [iya mojeed](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/iya-mojeed/)
- [tose community](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/tose-community/)
- [aafa olaadua tirimisiyu and mrs. mufuliatu](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/aafa-olaadua-tirimisiyu-and-mrs-mufuliatu/)
- [5-year-old-boy killed in ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/5-year-old-boy-killed-in-ibadan/)
- [Union Diagnostic and Clinical Services Plc.](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/union-diagnostic-and-clinical-services-plc/)
- [Dr Olusola Akinniyi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dr-olusola-akinniyi/)
- [Commissioner for Health](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/commissioner-for-health/)
- [Dr Bashir Bello](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dr-bashir-bello/)
- [Dr Wale Falana](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dr-wale-falana/)
- [pandemic](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/pandemic/)
- [state executive council](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/state-executive-council/)
- [Olusayo Fagbemi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/olusayo-fagbemi/)
- [Grace Oshiagwu and Azeezat Shomuyiwa](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/grace-oshiagwu-and-azeezat-shomuyiwa/)
- [with one boy](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/with-one-boy/)
- [ Mujeeb Tirimisiyu](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/mujeeb-tirimisiyu/)
- [olawale awe](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/olawale-awe/)
- [ajimobi's death](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ajimobis-death/)
- [prince olagunsoye oyinlola](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/prince-olagunsoye-oyinlola/)
- [ajimobi central mosque bolaji tunji](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ajimobi-central-mosque-bolaji-tunji/)
- [Commissioner for Youths and Sport](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/commissioner-for-youths-and-sport/)
- [Prof. Raphael Afonja](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/prof-raphael-afonja/)
- [Commissioner for Public Works](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/commissioner-for-public-works/)
- [Infrastructure and Transport](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/infrastructure-and-transport/)
- [Commissioner for Information](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/commissioner-for-information/)
- [Dr Wasiu Olatubosun](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dr-wasiu-olatubosun/)
- [senator abiola ajimobi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/senator-abiola-ajimobi/)
- [chief adeniyi akintola](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/chief-adeniyi-akintola/)
- [senator teslim folarin; senator kola balogun](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/senator-teslim-folarin-senator-kola-balogun/)
- [APC oyo state](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/apc-oyo-state/)
- [dr olusola ayandele](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dr-olusola-ayandele/)
- [ajimobi family](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ajimobi-family/)
- [Former Oyo State governor](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/former-oyo-state-governor/)
- [Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi Central Mosque](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ishaq-abiola-ajimobi-central-mosque/)
- [Oke Ado](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oke-ado/)
- [Alhaji Abidemi Siyanbade](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/alhaji-abidemi-siyanbade/)
- [Coordinator](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/coordinator/)
- [National Council of Muslin Youth](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/national-council-of-muslin-youth/)
- [Dawood Afolabi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dawood-afolabi/)
- [Senator Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi Mosque](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/senator-ishaq-abiola-ajimobi-mosque/)
- [Ojoo Police Division](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ojoo-police-division/)
- [suspecyed serial killer](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/suspecyed-serial-killer/)
- [soludero hunters](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/soludero-hunters/)
- [serial killer in Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/serial-killer-in-ibadan/)
- [idris ajimobi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/idris-ajimobi/)
- [kano state governor](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/kano-state-governor/)
- [umar ganduje](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/umar-ganduje/)
- [oluyole estate residence of abiola ajimobi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oluyole-estate-residence-of-abiola-ajimobi/)
- [rauf olaniyan](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/rauf-olaniyan/)
- [chief florence ajimobi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/chief-florence-ajimobi/)
- [kayode fayemi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/kayode-fayemi/)
- [Sabo Community Health Centre](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/sabo-community-health-centre/)
- [sabo community Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/sabo-community-ibadan/)
- [Ibrahim Faira](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ibrahim-faira/)
- [irepodun local council development area](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/irepodun-local-council-development-area/)
- [protest](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/protest/)
- [Hausa youth](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/hausa-youth/)
- [Adeola Bamidele](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/adeola-bamidele/)
- [Dolapo](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dolapo/)
- [alaja community moniya](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/alaja-community-moniya/)
- [downpour](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/downpour/)
- [old ife road](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/old-ife-road/)
- [gbekuba](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/gbekuba/)
- [ijokodo](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ijokodo/)
- [Commissioner for Education](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/commissioner-for-education/)
- [Science and Technology](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/science-and-technology/)
- [Olasunkanmi Olaleye](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/olasunkanmi-olaleye/)
- [federal road safety commission](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/federal-road-safety-commission/)
- [oyo state command](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-state-command/)
- [Mrs Chukwurah Uche](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/mrs-chukwurah-uche/)
- [ Sector Commander](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/sector-commander/)
- [FRSC](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/frsc/)
- [four persons crushed to death](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/four-persons-crushed-to-death/)
- [Otun Olubadan](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/otun-olubadan/)
- [Balogun of Ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/balogun-of-ibadan/)
- [Oba Lekan Balogun](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oba-lekan-balogun/)
- [Oba Owolabi Olakulehin](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oba-owolabi-olakulehin/)
- [olabadan of ibadan](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/olabadan-of-ibadan/)
- [oba saliu adetunji](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oba-saliu-adetunji/)
- [condolences to the family of abiola ajimobi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/condolences-to-the-family-of-abiola-ajimobi/)
- [aliyat emiola](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/aliyat-emiola/)
- [adeoyo state hospital](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/adeoyo-state-hospital/)
- [anuoluwapo ayodele](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/anuoluwapo-ayodele/)
- [Oyo State Rapid Response Team on Sexual](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-state-rapid-response-team-on-sexual/)
- [Gender Based Violence and Child Abuse](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/gender-based-violence-and-child-abuse/)
- [Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Inclusion](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ministry-of-women-affairs-and-social-inclusion/)
- [Samuel Ayodele](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/samuel-ayodele/)
- [Yemi Abayomi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/yemi-abayomi/)
- [Pastor Marcus Williams](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/pastor-marcus-williams/)
- [child abuse](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/child-abuse/)
- [Nigeria Immigration Service](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/nigeria-immigration-service/)
- [Lekan Raheem](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/lekan-raheem/)
- [Olufemi Adetunji](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/olufemi-adetunji/)
- [kidnapper](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/kidnapper/)
- [kidnappings](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/kidnappings/)
- [Public Relations Officer](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/public-relations-officer/)
- [NIS](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/nis/)
- [ritualists](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ritualists/)
- [human parts](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/human-parts/)
- [Isolation centre](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/isolation-centre/)
- [infectious disease centre](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/infectious-disease-centre/)
- [olodo](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/olodo/)
- [covid-19 positive woman gives birth](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/covid-19-positive-woman-gives-birth/)
- [chief florence](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/chief-florence/)
- [oyo reporters](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-reporters/)
- [kakanfo inn and conference centre](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/kakanfo-inn-and-conference-centre/)
- [dr lekan are](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dr-lekan-are/)
- [chief tunde aboderin](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/chief-tunde-aboderin/)
- [st david's anglican church](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/st-davids-anglican-church/)
- [kudeti](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/kudeti/)
- [deputy governor](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/deputy-governor/)
- [oluyole estate](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oluyole-estate/)
- [ajimobi's 8th day fidau prayer](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ajimobis-8th-day-fidau-prayer/)
- [ajimobi's widow](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/ajimobis-widow/)
- [Primary 6](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/primary-6/)
- [JSS 3](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/jss-3/)
- [SSS 3 resume in Oyo](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/sss-3-resume-in-oyo/)
- [COVID-19 protocols](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/covid-19-protocols/)
- [pastor kayode adeyemi](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/pastor-kayode-adeyemi/)
- [pastor olaoluwa adewale](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/pastor-olaoluwa-adewale/)
- [state President](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/state-president/)
- [National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/national-association-of-proprietors-of-private-schools/)
- [Executive Chairman](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/executive-chairman/)
- [Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/oyo-state-universal-basic-education-board/)
- [Dr. Nureni Adeniran](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/dr-nureni-adeniran/)
- [adebayo alao-akala](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/adebayo-alao-akala/)
- [APC reconciliation committee](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/apc-reconciliation-committee/)
- [state chairman APC](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/state-chairman-apc/)
- [prof.adeyinka aderinto](https://oyoreporters.com/tag/prof-adeyinka-aderinto/)
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