Saudi Arabia announced on Friday that the holy month of Ramadan will commence on Saturday, March 1, following the sighting of the Ramadan crescent moon in the Kingdom. With this confirmation, more than 1.8 billion Muslims worldwide will observe the sacred month by fasting daily from sunrise to sunset. —…
Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, Friday, said the Ibadan airport will be shut down for six months to enable the commencement of maintenance and upgrade works. Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Mr Michael Achimugu, said this on X. Achimugu stated: “Subject to new information, Ibadan…
In line with the commitment of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde to expand the economy of Oyo State through tourism and hospitality, the state government has expressed its readiness to clamp down on illegal and unregistered hotels and hospitality businesses in the state. Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu…
Leaders and stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 10 Local Government Areas of Oke Ogun in Oyo North Senatorial District have passed a vote of confidence in the Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde. This was as they unanimously declared their loyalty and commitment to the party and the…
Dangote Refinery’s retail partner, MRS Holdings, will sell petrol at N860 per litre in Lagos and N870 per litre in Ibadan and other parts of the South-West, following a recent price reduction by the refinery. The refinery’s management announced this on Wednesday after lowering its ex-depot price from N890…
One month after the Implementation of the ₦80,000 minimum wage in Oyo State, the Oyo State Executive Council has approved the immediate construction and rehabilitation of Schools across the State to provide a more conducive environment for Students and Teachers alike to fester educational development in Oyo…
The Oyo State Executive Council has approved the immediate construction and rehabilitation of schools across the state. The move which is coming one month after the implementation of the ₦80,000 minimum wage is aimed at providing a more conducive environment for students and teachers alike, to foster…
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery, on Wednesday, announced a reduction in the ex-depot (gantry) price of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, commonly referred to as petrol, by N65.00. This means the price will drop from N890 to N825 per litre, effective Thursday, February 27, 2025, a statement by the refinery stated.…
Oyo State Government on Wednesday trained over 22,000 farmers across the state, equipping them with vital knowledge regarding weather predictions that will significantly impact agricultural production. The state Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Olasukanmi Olaleye, announced the results of a…
The Oyo State governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has received the report of the Committee on Management/Disbursement of Bodija Explosion Relief Fund, noting that the state government will look into the recommendations and implement them as appropriate. Governor Makinde, who was represented by the Deputy Governor…