In a shocking twist that has left political observers and supporters stunned, Senator Fatai Buhari, representing Oyo North Senatorial District for three consecutive terms, has […]
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Land Dispute Leads to Death, Destruction in Oyo State Community
A tragic incident occurred in Aagba community, Surulere Local Government Area of Oyo State, on April 5, 2025, following a long-standing land dispute that resulted […]
Itasa Community Raises Alarm Over Illegal Mining Activities, Demands Government Action
Residents of Itasa community in Iwajowa Local Government Area of Oyo State have sounded the alarm over the rampant illegal and destructive mining activities by […]
Oyo Govt Cracks Down on Land Grabbers, Demolishes Illegal Structures in Ibadan
The Oyo State government has intensified its fight against land grabbing by demolishing illegally occupied properties on state-acquired lands in key areas of Ibadan, including […]
Oyo Welcomes New Alaafin, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, as Traditional Rites Begin
Following the official presentation of the Staff and Instrument of Office by Governor Seyi Makinde, the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade, has […]
Oyo Government Files Murder, Manslaughter Charges Over Funfair Tragedy
The Oyo State Government has filed eight counts of murder, manslaughter, and criminal negligence against ex-queen Naomi Silekunola, radio proprietor Oriyomi Hamzat, and Principal Abdulahi […]
Oyo State Government Opposes Bail for Ex-Queen Naomi, Two Others Over Stampede Deaths
The Oyo State Government has opposed the bail applications of former Queen of Ooni of Ife, Naomi Shilekunola, Hamzat Oriyomi, and school principal, Fasasi Abdullahi, […]
Governor Seyi Makinde Promises Economic Growth, Social Stability, and Proactive Governance in 2025
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the lives of residents in 2025 by addressing economic challenges and ensuring social […]
Governor Seyi Makinde Delivers on 13th-Month Salary Promise, Boosts Workers’ Welfare in Oyo State
Two days before the close of 2024, Governor Seyi Makinde fulfilled his promise to pay the much-anticipated 13th-month salary to Oyo State workers. The payment […]
Oyo State Allocates N500 Million to Boost Youth Agripreneurship Under SAfER Programme
The Oyo State Government has approved a N500 million fund to support beneficiaries of the Youth Entrepreneurship in Agribusiness Project (YEAP), a key initiative under […]