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Soun Declares Ogbomoso Won’t Bow to Fear Amid Rising Insecurity

The Soun of Ogbomosoland, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, has assured residents that the community will not be intimidated by growing security threats, declaring that Ogbomoso remains united and determined to confront insecurity through collective action. The monarch gave the assurance after an emergency stakeholders’ security meeting held at his palace on Friday, following recent incidents […]

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June 13, 2026
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Oyo APC Demands Explanation Over Reported Death of More Than 200 Amotekun Operatives

The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed concern over reports that more than 200 operatives of the Western Nigeria Security Network, popularly known as Amotekun Corps, have died while on active duty in the state. In a statement issued on Thursday in Ibadan by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, […]

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June 11, 2026
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NAF Deploys Surveillance Aircraft to Aid Rescue of Abducted Oyo Teachers, Pupils

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has deployed a surveillance aircraft to support ongoing efforts to rescue teachers and pupils abducted from Yawota and Ahoro-Esinele communities in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The development was disclosed by Oyo State Governor, , during a courtesy visit by representatives of the Chief of the Air Staff, […]

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June 7, 2026
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Ogbomoso Chief Imam Rejects Terrorism Allegations, Calls for Rescue of Abducted Oyo Pupils and Teachers

The Grand Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland, Imam Yunus Olushina Teliat (Ayilara II), has dismissed allegations linking him to terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and other criminal activities, while urging authorities to intensify efforts to secure the release of abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Islamic cleric expressed deep concern […]

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June 7, 2026
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Makinde Assures Adelabu of Safe Return of Kidnapped Sister, Nephews

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has reassured former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, that efforts are being intensified to secure the release of his abducted sister and her two sons. The governor gave the assurance on Friday during a condolence and solidarity visit to Adelabu following the kidnapping incident. Speaking to journalists after the meeting, […]

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June 6, 2026
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Makinde Restricts Night-Time Okada Operations, Signs New Security Order

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has signed Executive Order No. 002 of 2026, restricting the movement of commercial motorcycles, popularly known as okada, between 10:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. across the state as part of measures aimed at enhancing security. The governor said the directive is designed to curb criminal activities and strengthen public […]

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June 5, 2026
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Oyo Government Releases Emergency Numbers for Security Response

The Oyo State Government has called on residents to make use of designated emergency contact lines to report security threats, criminal activities, accidents, and other emergencies requiring urgent intervention. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Commissioner for Information and Civic Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, said residents can reach the Nigeria Police Control Room through […]

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June 4, 2026
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Former Minister Adelabu’s Sister, Twin Children Kidnapped by Gunmen in Ibadan

The younger sister of a former Minister of Power and gubernatorial hopeful of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, ADEBAYO Adelabu along with her twin children, has been abducted by suspected gunmen in Ibadan. The incident reportedly occurred on Wednesday morning in the Challenge area of Ibadan South-West Local Government Area. According to […]

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June 3, 2026
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Protesters Brave Heavy Rain, March to Oyo Government House Over Rising Insecurity

Residents and civil society activists under the banner of the Take-It-Back Movement on Monday defied heavy rainfall to stage a protest at the Oyo State Government House in Ibadan, demanding urgent government intervention in the state’s worsening security situation. The demonstrators, who initially gathered at Mokola Roundabout, marched through major roads in the state capital […]

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June 1, 2026
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Makinde Assures Families of Abducted Oriire Pupils, Vows Ongoing Rescue Efforts

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde , has assured the families of pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area that his administration is fully committed to securing their safe return, saying he shares in their pain and concerns. Makinde gave the assurance on Saturday during a visit to the affected community, where he met […]

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May 31, 2026
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