The ancient city of Ogbomoso is set to come alive once again with pomp, culture, and colour as preparations intensify for the 2025 edition of the Ogbomoso Cradles Carnival, scheduled to hold from December 18 to 22, 2025. Speaking at a press conference held on Friday at the palace of the Soun of Ogbomosoland, the Chairman of the Planning Committee, Hon. Segun Dokun Odebunmi, described the carnival as one of the flagship initiatives of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III, under the monarch’s 25-year development agenda for Ogbomosoland. According to Odebunmi, the carnival was conceived to promote…
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By Akeem Wahab The wind of change blowing through the PDP is filled with promise and fresh energy! The recent defections have opened the door for vibrant, capable young Nigerians to step forward and take their rightful place in leadership. New heroes will emerge with bold minds ready to reshape our nation and return our great party to its true glory. As the old order fades, a refreshing era of vision, innovation, and youth-driven progress begins. This is our moment to rebuild, to unite, and to reclaim the future. Together, we will reignite the PDP spirit and create the powerful…
….Describes Him as a Rare, Peace-Loving Administrator A veteran broadcaster and media consultant, Chief Bamiji Ojo, has commended Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State for what he described as his peace-driven leadership, infrastructural achievements, and independent political style that have brought stability and progress to the state. Ojo, who spoke in an exclusive interview, said Governor Makinde stands out among past leaders of the state for his disciplined approach to governance and resistance to political godfatherism. “Governor Makinde is a very organized leader. He is not the kind of person who allows godfatherism to control him, and that’s a rare…
The President/CEO of MFP Global Services, leader of MFP Group and a board member of Oyo State Anti-Corruption Agency, Dr Prince Oyebade Oyedepo asserts that electoral system requires inclusive participation to thrive in Nigeria. According to him, everyone has a role to play towards effective electoral system otherwise the system will continue to have flaws. This affirmation was given by Dr Oyebade Oyedepo when he featured on a live radio program at Crest FM, Ibadan on the program titled, “State Of The Nation” anchored by ace broadcasters Damilola Amoo and Janet Mark-Ayangbemi. In his words, people tend to shift the…
The Oyo State House of Assembly has raised an alarm over a looming public health crisis following the withdrawal of support from the United States’ Presidential Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), which has historically sustained HIV/AIDS treatment and care across the state. In a motion moved by Hon. Mrs. Olufunke Comforter Olajide, representing Ibadan North Constituency I, lawmakers called for urgent state intervention to prevent catastrophic consequences for over 59,000 people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHIV) who depend on antiretroviral therapy (ART) provided through 21 health facilities across the state. PEPFAR, a flagship global health initiative of the U.S. government,…
In commemoration of this year’s World Food Day, the Ibadan North Local Government joined other local councils across Oyo State to celebrate agriculture and food security in grand style. The state-level event, organized by the Oyo State Government, took place at the House of Assembly Car Park, Secretariat, Ibadan, and featured impressive exhibitions of farm produce from all 33 local governments. Among the many displays, the Ibadan North Local Government farmers’ pavilion stood out for its vibrancy and diversity. Farmers from the council showcased a rich collection of agricultural produce, including yam, plantain, livestock, fish, chickens, fruits, vegetables, and several…
Farmers, stakeholders, and residents across Oyo State exhibited their farm products at the Grand finale of 2025 World Food Day celebration held at the open ground of House of Chiefs, Secretariat, Ibadan. The theme for the year 2025 celebration is “Hand in Hand for Better Food and a Better Future.” was a clarion call for collective action to address pressing challenges facing food system. The Executive Chairman of Egbeda Local Government, Hon. Sanda Sikiru Oyedele, who was represented by the Super for Agriculture, Hon. Job Tayewo Olusola alongside with the members of his Executive cabinet, was present at the event…
In a remarkable show of appreciation, the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Ibadan South East Local Government branch, has presented an Award of Excellence to the Executive Chairman, Hon. Emmanuel Oluwole Alawode, in recognition of his dedication, impact, and unwavering commitment to the advancement of learning and academic excellence within the local government. The presentation took place inside the Chairman’s office at the Council Secretariat, Mapo, Ibadan. Leading the delegation was the NUT Chairman, Comrade Taofeek Adediran, who described Hon. Alawode as a true education-friendly leader whose policies and interventions have consistently uplifted the standard of education in Ibadan South…
In a renewed effort to safeguard public infrastructure and restore stable electricity to the community, security agencies in Ibarapa Central Local Government have vowed to go after those responsible for vandalizing electricity materials meant for power restoration. The strategic security meeting held again at the Igboora Police Station yesterday, brought together key security formations including the Nigeria Police, Amotekun Corps, Vigilante Group, Civil Defense and the Hunters’ Association alongside the representative of the Olu of Igboora. The session also had in attendance the Project Manager, Engr. Tokunbo Agba, who introduced his technical team and unveiled their official means of identification…
…Praises Governor Seyi The lawmaker representing Afijio State Constituency at the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Oladeji Oparinde has donated routers to enhance internet facility in six secondary schools in Afijio local government area of Oyo State. This was as the astute parliamentarian lauded Governor Seyi Makinde for his various education policies which he said have yielded positive results for the state. Hon Oparinde who launched the initiative on Friday emphasised the need to equip students with digital tools to support educational growth. Speaking further, the lawmaker declared that this initiative will transform educational access in undeserved communities and…