Oyo Commissioner Urges NGOs to Deepen Commitment as AWON Marks 6th Anniversary, Inaugurates New Executives

The Oyo State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, Hon. Oluwatoyin Balogun, has urged Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in the state to be more vigorous and strategic in carrying out their mandates to strengthen their impact on society. Balogun gave the charge during the 6th Anniversary Celebration and Inauguration of… Continue reading

Elect leaders with vision, compassion- Bumac urges Osun residents as Foundation expands free medical outreach

Founder of Victory Support Foundation (VSF), Ambassador Olubunmi Oluwafunmilayo Lawal, popularly known as Bumac, has expressed concern over the deteriorating state of healthcare in Osun State, urging residents to elect leaders with vision and compassion who will prioritise the welfare of citizens. Lawal made the call during the Foundation’s Free… Continue reading

2026 Budget: Oyo govt seeks Oke-Ogun stakeholders’ Inputs … assures residents of adequate security

The Oyo state government has urged Oke-Ogun residents to come up with relevant submissions into the proposed 2026 budget, just as it reassured them of adequate security. The Deputy Governor of the State, Barr. Adebayo Lawal made the remarks today during the 2026 Stakeholders Consultative meeting held at Saki Township… Continue reading

Oyo NUJ Press Week: Gov. Makinde Urges Media to Uphold Accountability, Civic Education… Commends Ademola Babalola’s Exemplary Leadership

Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has urged the media to continue playing its noble role — not as a tool for division, but as a beacon of accountability and civic education — helping citizens make informed choices and holding leaders to the highest standards of integrity. Governor Makinde who… Continue reading

A Cry for Recognition: How government insensitivity is undermining ASUU’s fight for quality education | By Fẹ́mi Akínṣọlá

In the heart of Nigeria’s educational landscape lies a protracted struggle between the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and the federal government, a battle emblematic of deeper societal issues. The persistent insensitivity of the government toward the plight of university lecturers has not only jeopardised the academic future of… Continue reading

Oyo Speaker, Ogundoyin Bags FUTA Award, Advocates Policy Reform in Research Development

The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly and Chairman, Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has called for urgent policy and legislative reforms to reposition scientific research as a national development priority. He made this known while delivering the 4th Annual Lecture… Continue reading

National Museum of Unity Graduates 35 Students in Adire Fabric Making, 49 in Home Care Products Training

The National Museum of Unity, Ibadan, Oyo State, has successfully trained and graduated 35 students in Adire fabric making and 49 others in Home Care Products production as part of efforts to promote cultural preservation, skills acquisition, and economic empowerment. The graduation ceremony, held on Friday, October 10, 2025, at… Continue reading