Makinde Meets Families of Abducted Victims, Assures of Rescue Efforts Oyo State governor Seyi Makinde has met with families of victims recently abducted in the Oriire Local Government Area, appealing for patience, understanding, and cooperation as the government intensifies efforts to secure their release. The Governor, who met with the families, community leaders, and residents at the open field of Ahoro Esiele LA Basic School, assured them that his administration would leave no stone unturned in ensuring the safe rescue of the abductees. Makinde acknowledged that words alone could not ease the pain and anxiety being experienced by the affected…
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Ojude Oba 2026: Billions of Naira Going Into Ogun State Economy Every Year – Hon Amusan ..my maternal side hails from Ijebuland The Sobaloju of Egbaland and 2027 gubernatorial aspirant in Ogun state, Hon Kayode Jeleel Amusan, has described the Ojude Oba festival as one that has come to stay. Hon Amusan stated this at the 2026 annual Ojude Oba festival held at Ojude Oba pavillion, Itaale, Ijebu Ode. The one-time federal lawmaker explained that the festival has continued to improve the economy of the state as billions of naira are being sunk into the festival every year. “To get…
Ogun Guber Aspirant, Amusan Attends 2026 Ojude Oba Festival ..highlights economic, cultural, economic importance Hon. Jelili Kayode Amusan, the Sobaloju of Egba Land and Otunba Asoludero of Ilese-Ijebu Land, was among the prominent dignitaries who graced the 2026 edition of the renowned Ojude Oba Festival, held in Ijebu Ode. The colourful annual cultural celebration, widely recognized as one of the biggest and most prestigious traditional festivals in Nigeria, attracted thousands of indigenes, tourists, cultural enthusiasts, and distinguished personalities from within and outside the country. Hon. Jelili Kayode Amusan’s presence added glamour and prestige to the grand occasion as he joined…
Ogun Guber Aspirant, Amusan Attends 2026 Ojude Oba Festival ..highlights economic, cultural, economic importance Hon. Jelili Kayode Amusan, the Sobaloju of Egba Land and Otunba Asoludero of Ilese-Ijebu Land, was among the prominent dignitaries who graced the 2026 edition of the renowned Ojude Oba Festival, held in Ijebu Ode. The colourful annual cultural celebration, widely recognized as one of the biggest and most prestigious traditional festivals in Nigeria, attracted thousands of indigenes, tourists, cultural enthusiasts, and distinguished personalities from within and outside the country. Hon. Jelili Kayode Amusan’s presence added glamour and prestige to the grand occasion as he joined…
Eid-el-Kabir: Oyo Christian Community Congratulates Muslims The leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Oyo State, has congratulated muslims on the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir. In a letter addressed to the Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland, Edo and Delta, Alhaji Daud Akinola Makanjuola, the Chairman, CAN, Oyo State, Rev Elisha OgundiyaOn behalf of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Oyo State Chapter, and the entire Christian community said “I bring you warm greetings and felicitations on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Kabir.” “This sacred festival reminds us of the virtues of sacrifice, obedience, faith, and love for one another, as exemplified in the life…
Eid-el-Kabir: My Support For President Timubu Is Organic – APCSGC DDG, Adeogun ..felicitates muslims on Eid-el-Kabir The Deputy Director-General, APC Support Group Council, SouthWest, Hon. Adewale Adeogun has congratulated Nigerian muslims as they celebrate Eid-el-Kabir. Adeogun, in a statement on Wednesday, exhorted the adherents of Islam to follow the footsteps of Prophet Mohammed by absorbing the principles of selflessness demonstrated by the Holy Prophet. He said Eid-el-Kabir celebration was a time of sacrifice, love, harmony, and family time and urged Nigerians, regardless of their faith or ethnicity, to keep up their peaceful coexistence and to love and care for one…
Oyo State Police Command Dismisses Rumour Of Curfew And Movement Restrictions In Ibadan Press Release The Oyo State Police Command wishes to categorically state that there is currently no curfew or restriction placed on the movement of persons or vehicles within or outside Ibadan, contrary to reports circulating in some quarters. The Command unequivocally assures residents and the general public that there are no security concerns warranting panic or apprehension. Adequate security measures have been put in place, as officers and operatives of the Command have been strategically deployed across the state to ensure the safety and security of all…
Ibadan Socio-Cultural Club Aj’orosun, Denies Endorsement Of Oyo APM Guber Candidate Press Statement Our Attention has been drawn to a news report circulating on May 23, 2026, with the headline _“JUST IN: Ajorosun Club Endorse Bimbo Adekanmbi”_ published by _theclicknewsng.com_ and other blogs. *Omo Aj’orosun Club, Ibadan hereby states categorically that:* 1. *No Endorsement Was Made*: The leadership and executives of Omo Aj’orosun Club have not endorsed Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi or any other candidate for the 2027 Oyo State Governorship election. 2. *No Official Political Visit*: The Club did not pay any “political courtesy visit” to Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi to…
President Tinubu To Receive APC Certificate Of Return, Party Flag As 2027 Presidential Candidate On Sunday President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to officially receive the Certificate of Return and the flag of the All Progressives Congress, APC, as the party’s presidential candidate for the 2027 General Elections. The presentation ceremony is scheduled to be held on Sunday at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja, following the nationwide collation of results from the APC Presidential Primary Elections. Top party leaders, including APC Governors, members of the National Executive Committee, the National Working Committee, members of the National…
Oyo School Abduction: Husband Of Kidnapped Principal Says Rescued Efforts Ongoing Beneath, Praise Gov Seyi Makinde And Security Operatives Efforts to secure the release of abducted pupils, teachers and school administrators in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State are ongoing, according to Professor Wole Alamu, husband of one of the kidnapped principals, Mrs Alamu Folawe. Professor Alamu disclosed this on Wednesday during a telephone interview with Eagle 102.5 FM, Ilese-Ijebu, Ogun State, amid heightened concerns over the abduction incident which has continued to attract national attention. He, however, appealed for caution in public discussions surrounding the rescue operations, warning…