Media shares blame for Nigeria’s woes, Oyo APC guber hopeful, Agbaje challenges journalists

The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship hopeful in Oyo State, Barrister Akeem Agbaje, has called for deep introspection within Nigeria’s media industry, asserting that journalists and media owners are not entirely blameless in the country’s socio-political crises. Agbaje made the assertion while delivering a thought-provoking lecture titled, “Governance, Democracy, Politicians… 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

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

We’ll continue to prioritise citizens’ needs in our budget – Makinde …UNICEF, DAWN Commission, NLC commend Oyo, as engagement on 2026 budget begins

Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that his administration will continue to consult and engage with residents of the state on the making of the state’s annual budgets, with a view to knowing their aspirations and prioritising their needs.The governor stated this on Thursday while speaking at the… Continue reading

Makinde appoints OYSIEC Board, LAUTECH Teaching Hospital Governing Council

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has appointed members into the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) and the Governing Council of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso.The governor appointed eight persons as members of OYSIEC, while seven persons were appointed as members of LAUTECH Teaching Hospital… Continue reading