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The attention of the Oyo State government has been drawn to the allegations that some pensioners in the State are being extorted by unscrupulous elements claiming to be government officials. In a statement released by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade , the state is paying due diligence to the payment of the gratuities for its retirees more than the previous administrations The Commissioner revealed that with the new monthly allocation, over 800 retirees will benefit each month, compared to just 250 beneficiaries in previous years. He said that a cartel has been operating within the civil service…

The member representing Ibadan North‑west and Ibadan South‑west federal constituency of Oyo state in the House of Representatives, Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Stanley Olajide has commended Oyo state Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde for his decisive role in the re-constitution of the Oyo state council of Obas and Chiefs, under the leadership of His Imperial Majesty Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. In a statement made available to newsmen by his Special Adviser on Media and Public Affairs, Tolu Mustapha, Hon. Olajide described the inauguration of the council as both historic and timely, noting that it “has finally put to rest the age long…

Abubakar Atiku Abubakar, son of former Vice President and 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, has defected from the PDP to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), pledging to work for the re-election of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in 2027. The defection, which has sent ripples across Nigeria’s political landscape, was formally announced on Thursday at the National Assembly, where Abubakar, popularly known as “Abba,” was received by the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin (APC, Kano North), alongside APC leaders from the North-East geopolitical zone. Speaking at the event, Abba announced…

In a coordinated intelligence-led operation, the South-West Zonal Office of the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, working alongside the Department of State Services (DSS), Kwara State Command, has intercepted seven trucks suspected of illegally transporting lithium ore within the region. The Zonal Mine Officer for the South-West, Engineer Ganiyu Ajibade, revealed that the crackdown followed credible intelligence received on Thursday, 8th January 2026, indicating that a convoy of 12 trucks had been mobilised to remove lithium ore from an active mining site in Saki, Oyo State. Acting swiftly, Ajibade said the Ministry then engaged the Nigeria Security and Civil…

Former presidential candidate and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Dr. Gbenga Hashim, has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immediately order the release of the international passport of activist and former presidential candidate, Comrade Omoyele Sowore, describing its continued seizure as an abuse of power and a threat to democratic freedoms. Hashim made the call on Tuesday in Abuja while receiving Sowore, who paid him a courtesy visit during a meeting with PDP Chairmen in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The meeting was also attended by the Chief of Staff, Mr. Kamaldeen Adebayo Sanni, and the National Coordinator of the…

Birnin Kebbi was agog over the weekend as various support groups backing the presidential aspiration of Dr. Gbenga Hashim converged on the Kebbi State capital, intensifying grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections. The groups, operating under different platforms, declared Dr. Hashim as “their son” and pledged massive support for his ambition, while urging Nigerians across the country to rally behind what they described as a credible, inclusive and unifying leadership project. Speaking at the gathering, members of the Gbenga Hashim Solidarity Movement and other allied organisations said the convergence was aimed at consolidating existing support structures, expanding…

The appointment of the new Secretary to the state Government professor Musbau Babatunde is to ensure that the Seyi Makinde administration finishes strong by 2027 when it leaves office In a statement signed by the commissioner for information, Prince Dotun Oyelade after the swearing-in of the new SSG today, Governor Seyi Makinde said while it is true that his administration has achieved a lot in governance since 2019, concluding his two term exceptionally well, is crucial to consolidate the legacy he wants to leave behind. According to the commissioner, Governor Makinde said during the swearing-in that people should not…

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has asked the church to keep praying for sustainable growth and development in Oyo State. The governor said this on Sunday at the Thanksgiving Service held at Rehoboth Cathedral, Oluyole Estate, Ibadan. While expressing his appreciation to God for keeping the state safe and prosperous on his watch, Governor Makinde also thanked the church for supporting his administration right from the outset. He said, “I have been coming to this church as the governor of Oyo State for the past seven years. You have been supporting us in your prayers and in the activities…

A chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP Dr Gbenga Olawepo Hashim has expressed hope that the current litigation filed by the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike led faction of the party will soon be resolved amicably. Dr Gbenga Hashim disclosed this in an interview with newsmen on the sideline of his visit for a religious engagement in Lafia Nasarawa state. He explained that discussions were on with principal actors in the matter from both sides for an out of court settlement to avoid a protracted legal battle that may end up at the supreme court which he believes will not…

The Federal Government, on Friday, announced a new policy framework aimed at reducing the financial burden on parents, improving learning outcomes, and promoting sustainability in schools through the adoption of reusable, high-quality textbooks. The policy was jointly unveiled by the Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa, and the Minister of State for Education, Prof Suiwaba Sai’d, as part of ongoing reforms to reposition Nigeria’s education sector. According to the ministers, the initiative prioritises the use of standardised, durable textbooks designed to last between four and six years, while expressly prohibiting the bundling of disposable workbooks with textbooks in schools. “This…