A concerned indigene of Ibadanland, Mr. Lanre Gbadamosi, has called on the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rasidi Adewolu Ladoja, to uphold the tradition of political neutrality associated with the revered throne. In an open letter dated April 14, 2026, Gbadamosi expressed deep respect for the monarch while…
The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has denied allegations that he received money from APC proxies to facilitate the impeachment of Governor Seyi Makinde, describing the claim as false and politically motivated. Reacting to the allegations, the Speaker said no…
The Executive Adviser to the Oyo State Governor on Agribusiness and International Cooperation Development, and Director-General of the Oyo State Agribusiness Development Agency (OYSADA), Dr. Debo Akande, has been honoured with the prestigious Icon of Ibadan Heritage Award at the 2026 edition of the Central…
The Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, and the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, have faulted former Ekiti State Governor, Mr Ayodele Fayose, over a reported plot to dethrone Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The duo, in separate reactions through their media aides, described the…
Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has been lauded for demonstrating uncommon compassion, responsibility and sincerity of purpose towards retirees in the state since assuming office in 2019. The leadership of the South-West Council of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) gave this commendation recently,…
The Upgrading Committee of the Samuel Ladoke Akintola International Airport, Ibadan, has intensified efforts to ensure that the airlift of intending Muslim pilgrims from Oyo State in 2026 takes off from the airport, in line with the vision of the Governor Seyi Makinde-led administration. Speaking during a visit to…
The Oyo State House of Assembly has called on the executive arm of government to strengthen regulations guiding real estate practices in the state, as part of efforts to curb fraud, exploitation, and illegal property dealings. The resolution of the house followed the report presented by the House Committee…
The Oyo State Government has flagged off the disbursement of three billion naira as gratuities and death benefits to retired local government staff and primary school teachers . The initiative is aimed at improving the welfare of pensioners across the state. The exercise, organized by the Local Government…
A governorship aspirant on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, Dr. Debo Akande, has unveiled plans to establish an Ibadan Historical Library and Hall of Fame as part of efforts to preserve the city’s rich cultural heritage. Akande, who currently serves as the Director-General of the…
The Alaafin of Oyo, Akeem Owoade, has dismissed speculation of a rift between himself and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, as well as the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rashidi Ladoja, insisting that their relationships remain cordial. Speaking to journalists in Oyo town, the monarch said there was no…