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The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, resigned from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet against the wishes of the President who had dissuaded him from quitting, Saturday PUNCH has learnt. Insiders familiar with the back and forth that preceded the resignation told our correspondents on Friday that Adelabu insisted on quitting the cabinet to pursue his governorship ambition in Oyo State. Adelabu announced his resignation on Wednesday in a letter dated April 22, 2026, and addressed to the President through the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. The spokesperson for the SGF’s office confirmed the resignation to Saturday…

A High Court in Lokoja has awarded N1billion in damages against Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, in a defamation suit filed by former Kogi governor, Yahaya Bello. The order is contained in the Certified True Copy of the judgement, dated April 23 on Friday in Lokoja. The court held that based on the preponderance of evidence or balance of probabilities, judgment was entered in favour of the claimant. Justice Justice A. S. Ibrahim, while delivering his judgement in the suit marked, “HCL/16/2023”, held that upon the conclusion of the suit, the two issues formulated for determination were resolved in favour of the claimant.…

The Oyo State Government has stated that the Bower’s Tower, one of the state’s landmark tourist sites, is set to be redeveloped within months, in line with the commitment of the ‘Seyi Makinde administration to tourism development. The state government stated this on Thursday, when it signed a concessionaire deal with SystemSpecs Whatadeal Limited to transform the iconic facility, a popular tourist attraction centre in Ibadan. At the official documents signing, which took place at the Conference Room, Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Agodi Secretariat, Ibadan, Director-General, Oyo State Investment and Public-Private Agency (OYSIPA), Mr. Tilewa Folami, said the…

…Approves ₦650 Million For Iseyin Campus Development The Oyo State Government has reiterated its commitment to sustaining strategic reforms and investments that will further elevate the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, into a globally competitive centre of excellence in innovation, research, and development. Speaking at the 18th Convocation Ceremony of the University, the Oyo state Governor, His excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde said the State Government is deepening efforts to strengthen the institution through deliberate policies, sustained funding, and targeted infrastructure expansion to consolidate long-term academic excellence and institutional growth The Governor recalled his 2018 pledge…

Renowned Nigerian Haematologist / geneticist Adeyinka Gladys Falusi, has been honoured with the prestigious ‘Role Model Award’ by the Hallmarks of Labour Foundation (HLF), in recognition of her outstanding contributions to medical research and national development. The award was conferred on Saturday, April 18, 2026, as part of the Foundation’s 29th anniversary celebrations held at Lagos Oriental Hotel, drawing a distinguished audience of academics, professionals, and industry leaders. Professor Falusi’s honour underscores her standing among Nigeria’s most accomplished figures. In a statement, the HLF Executive Secretary, Chief Mrs Patricia Otuedon-Arawore, explained that the award recognises individuals whose professional achievements…

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), in partnership with the Cross River State Government, has commenced a week-long Training of Trainers (ToT) aimed at strengthening yam seed systems, promoting value addition, and advancing agribusiness development across Cross River State. The training brings together yam farmers, Local Government Directors of Agriculture, State Agriculture Officers, and Extension Agents in a strategic effort to scale best practices in seed technologies and agronomic management. Designed as the first phase of a broader capacity development initiative, the program equips participants with the technical knowledge and tools required to drive productivity and efficiency across the…

Former presidential candidate, Dr. Gbenga Hashim, has declared that pro-democracy forces across the country will resist any attempt to impose a one-party system, following a strategic meeting with Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana. Hashim said the meeting formed part of ongoing consultations with key stakeholders aimed at safeguarding Nigeria’s multi-party democracy. “We resolved to sustain the multi-party structure of Nigeria’s democracy and resist one-party rule,” he stated. Describing Falana as a long-time ally, Hashim noted that their relationship spans over four decades, rooted in activism, resistance, and a shared commitment to justice. He recalled their involvement in the…

The Oyo State Executive Council meeting, chaired by the State Governor, has approved compensation for over 900 property owners whose lands were affected by the ongoing construction of the Ibadan Circular Road In a statement by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, a total of N5,813,000,000 (Five Billion, Eight hundred and Thirteen Million Naira) will be paid to these categories of people. The Council noted that the compensation will not only put a stop to the agitation and misinformation surrounding this laudable project, but will also pave the way for accelerated planning and development, foster investors’ confidence,…

In his recent newsletter, Governor Seyi Makinde noted that he was close to naming his candidate for Governorship elections. According to him, May is the month of decision. He said there are frontrunners. One of the frontrunners is one person who allegedly is the candidate of Seye Famojuro, an ally of His Excellency Seyi Makinde, that candidate is Bimbo Adekanmbi, who served under Governor Abiola Ajimobi. In that Government, Adekanmbi served as Commissioner for Finance and Budget Planning. What many may not know is that he entered that government as Deputy Chief of Staff in the first tenure. This…

In continuation of efforts aimed at tackling youth unemployment and promoting digital inclusion among youths in Oyo state, the lawmaker representing Ibadan North-west/Ibadan South -west federal constituency of Oyo state in the house of representatives, Hon. Adedeji Dhikrullahi Stanley Olajide, today facilitated a comprehensive digital literacy training and empowerment programme for unemployed youths across the state. The initiative, organized in collaboration with the National Information Technology Development Agency, (NITDA), is designed to equip participants with relevant digital competencies required to thrive in today’s technology driven economy. A total of 210 beneficiaries drawn from across the state participated in the programme,…