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Olubadan Appeals for Calm After Deadly Ojoo Violence

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has appealed for peace following the deadly violence that erupted in the Ojoo area of Akinyele Local Government Area of Oyo State. In a statement issued on Wednesday through his media aide, Adeola Oloko, the monarch urged residents of all ethnic backgrounds to maintain harmony and avoid actions […]

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July 9, 2026
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Two Killed as Yoruba-Hausa Clash Sparks Tension in Ibadan

Tension has gripped the Ojoo area of Ibadan, Oyo State, after a violent clash between Yoruba traders and Hausa scavengers reportedly claimed the lives of a commercial tricycle operator and a young boy. The incident, which began late Tuesday night, disrupted commercial activities in the busy district as traders shut their businesses and residents fled […]

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July 8, 2026
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Oyo APC Gov Candidate Donates ₦25m to Bode Market Fire Victims

The governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has donated ₦25 million to traders affected by the recent fire outbreak at Bode Market in Ibadan South-West Local Government Area. Alli announced the donation on Friday during a sympathy visit to the market, where he met with traders and […]

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July 4, 2026
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APC Unveils Sharafadeen Alli, Adedeji for Oyo 2027 Governorship Race as Adelabu Awaits National Verdict

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially presented Senator Sharafadeen Alli as its governorship candidate for the 2027 Oyo State election, alongside his running mate, Adesoji Adedeji, despite lingering concerns from former Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, who insists the party’s national leadership has yet to make a final declaration. The unveiling ceremony, held […]

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July 3, 2026
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Tinubu approves N276bn Ilorin-Ogbomoso road dualisation, other Oyo projects

President Bola Tinubu has approved the dualisation of the Ilorin-Ogbomoso Road at a cost of N276 billion as part of a broader Federal Government infrastructure programme covering 27 road projects valued at over N3.9 trillion across 15 states. The approvals were announced on Monday by the Minister of Works, David Umahi, after the Federal Executive […]

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June 30, 2026
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Oyo Surveillance Aircraft Ready Soon as Rescue Operations Continue

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has announced that the state’s surveillance aircraft is in the final stage of delivery as part of efforts to strengthen security and improve emergency response across the state. The governor disclosed this in his June 2026 newsletter titled “Security, Service and Progress,” where he also updated residents on ongoing security […]

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June 27, 2026
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Oyo Government Declares Curfew in 10 LGAs Around Old Oyo National Park

The Oyo State Government has announced a curfew across 10 local government areas bordering the Old Oyo National Park as part of efforts to combat kidnapping and other criminal activities in the region. The curfew, which will run from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m., takes effect on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, and will initially remain […]

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June 23, 2026
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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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