Author: Richard Thomas

A group under the aegis, Agenda of Yoruba Reconciliation and Integration, (AYURI) has lauded the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde for his outstanding performance in the last six years of his administration. The group in a statement signed its Secretary General, Bishop Adegbolagun Ademola George, noted that Governor Makinde… Continue reading

The Oyo State Government on Wednesday shut down Saint Mary Catholic Church, Oke-Padre, Ibadan, for violating severe environmental laws, arising from its dilapidated toilet facilities, that has caused air pollution and sewage overflow in the area. The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Barrister Seun Ashamu said that the situation… Continue reading

The Child Protection Network (CPN), Oyo State chapter in partnership with the Association of Orphanages and Homes Operators in Nigeria (ASOHON), have called on the Federal Government to declare National Children’s Day a public holiday. The aim is to allow parents and guardians to spend meaningful time with their children… Continue reading

The Child Protection Network (CPN), Oyo State chapter in partnership with the Association of Orphanages and Homes Operators in Nigeria (ASOHON), have called on the Federal Government to declare National Children’s Day a public holiday. The aim is to allow parents and guardians to spend meaningful time with their children… Continue reading

The Chairman of Ilaji Hotel and Sports, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi (JDS), has significantly impacted the local community by distributing 4.5 million eggs to traders and marketers across Oyo State. The initiative according to him, is aimed to support local businesses ahead of the festive Eid-al-Adha season. The gesture reflected… Continue reading

The Oyo State House of Assembly has called on the Executive Arm of Government to intensify public sensitization and implement localized flood mitigation strategies ahead of the peak rainy season in the state. This call was made through a motion sponsored by Hon. Olusola Owolabi, who represents Ibadan North East… Continue reading

The Oyo State House of Assembly has called on the Executive Arm of Government to intensify public sensitization and implement localized flood mitigation strategies ahead of the peak rainy season in the state. This call was made through a motion sponsored by Hon. Olusola Owolabi, who represents Ibadan North East… Continue reading

The Oyo State House of Assembly has called on  Governor Seyi Makinde to upwardly review the Duty Tour Allowance (DTA) payable to civil and public servants in the state.  This was contained in a motion sponsored by Hon. S.A. Onaolapo and Hon. M.O. Abiola and  read at Tuesday’s plenary. It… Continue reading

The Child Protection Network (CPN), South West Zone, in partnership with the Association of Orphanages and Homes Operators in Nigeria (ASOHON), has called on the Federal Government to declare National Children’s Day a public holiday. The aim is to allow parents and guardians to spend meaningful time with their children… Continue reading

Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, is set to witness a grand celebration on Saturday, May 31, 2025, as Pastor Timothy Ofoha, Senior Pastor of Gethsemane Prayer Ministry International, Eleyele, and his wife, Dr. Yetunde Ofoha, give their daughter in marriage. The joyous event will begin at 11:00 A.M, is taking… Continue reading