The Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has said that the state government will soon begin the rehabilitation of inner roads in Bodija Market.The governor, who was represented by Chief Babatunde Tijani, stated this while donating an 18-seater bus to the Ibadan Foodstuffs Sellers Association, Bodija International Market, Ibadan.He noted that… Continue reading
In a move that will cement Governor ‘Seyi Makinde’s place in the history of Oyo State, the state government has officially unveiled its premier female football team named Pacesetter Queens FC.Unveiling the team on Tuesday, at a press conference, the Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Miss Wasilat Adegoke, showcased the… Continue reading
The Oyo State Emergency Management Agency, SEMA, has alerted people living in flood-prone communities in the state to start preparing for heavy rain and its attendant flooding. In a statement made available to newsmen in Ibadan today, the Administrative Secretary, SEMA, Mrs. Ojuolape Busari said reports from the Oyo state… Continue reading
Declaring himself a “five-star general” with a flawless election record, former senator Babajide Omoworare has vowed to return the All Progressives Congress (APC) to power in Osun State as he notified the party of his intention to contest the 2026 governorship election. Speaking during a visit to the APC state… Continue reading
Chairman/Sole Administrator of the Pacesetter Transport Services, Dr Ibrahim Oladeji Dikko, said on Monday that the Oyo State Government has subsidised transport fare for 5,880,000 passengers under the Sustainable Action for Economic Recovery (SAfER) between January and July 2025.He added that under the SAfER Transport, an initiative introduced by the… Continue reading
In recent years, the global battle against cancer has garnered significant attention, yet in Nigeria, it remains a critical issue that disproportionately impacts women. With the increasing incidence of breast and cervical cancers, it is imperative to empower women with the knowledge and resources necessary to take control of their… Continue reading
The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Edward Ogundoyin, joined eminent personalities, traditional rulers, political leaders, and well-wishers at Olivet Baptist High School, Oyo Town, to celebrate the 50th birthday of the Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Owoade, Ikubabayeye I. Accompanied by… Continue reading
The Social Democratic Party (SDP) in the South-West has said that the party in the region will not be part of any coalition at the moment insisting that no decision can be made on the matter without directives from the National Working Committee (NWC) This declaration was made by the Chairman… Continue reading
A Germany-based Ibadan-born businessman and ICT consultant, Aare Olayinka Segelu, has congratulated Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and his beloved wife, Tamunominini, on the conferment of chieftaincy titles on them by the Deji of Akure. In a statement issued to congratulate the governor and his wife, Segelu, a governorship… Continue reading
The Oyo State Government has approved a Homegrown Scheme of Service for Community Nursing Superintendent and Midwifery cadres, covering Grade Levels 06 to 14, within the state’s civil/public service. This new scheme is designed to standardize career progression and improve the quality of care provided by these essential healthcare professionals…. Continue reading
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