The race for the Agodi Government House has taken a fresh dimension as Dr. Debo Akande, a close aide to Governor Seyi Makinde, has hinted at his intention to contest the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State.Speaking during a live broadcast on Splash FM. Akande, who currently serves in a key capacity within the state administration, declared that he possesses the necessary qualifications to lead the Pacesetter State. When asked directly if he is interested in succeeding his principal, Akande stated: “I have what it takes to become the Governor of Oyo State.” The declaration comes amid growing permutations over…
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The Executive Chairman, Egbeda Local Government and Chairman, All Local Government Chairmen in Oyo State, Hon. Sanda Sikiru Lajue has felicitates with Muslim faithful in Egbeda local government State and Oyo State on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.In his congratulatory message, Hon. Sanda Sikiru congratulated Muslims for the successful completion of the 30-days fasting period, praying for continued peace, prosperity, and good health for all residents of the egbeda local govt and.He called on the Muslim Ummah to sustain the spiritual gains recorded during Ramadan, emphasizing the need to uphold the…
Hon. Emmanuel Oluwole Alawode, the Executive Chairman of Ibadan South East Local Government has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithful on the joyous occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan. In his goodwill message, Hon. Alawode commended the dedication, discipline, and spiritual devotion demonstrated by Muslims throughout the fasting period. He noted that the values of sacrifice, patience, and selflessness observed during Ramadan should continue to guide individuals in their daily lives. The council boss charged the Muslim community to sustain the spirit of love, unity, and peaceful coexistence, emphasizing the need for collective…
The Oyo State Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Professor Dahud Kehinde Shangodoyin has congratulated Muslims in Oyo State on the occasion of Eidel-Fitri celebration. Dahud who is the pioneer acting Chairman of Oyo State Electricity Regulatory Commission prayed that may Allah (SWT) fill our homes with joy, our hearts with contentment, and our land with peace and prosperity. “As we approach the end of this blessed month of Ramadan, I extend my heartfelt greetings to the entire Muslim Ummah across Oyo State. “Alhamdulillāh for the privilege granted to us by Allah (SWT) to witness and partake in this sacred…
A leading aspirant for the House of Representatives in Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency, Hon. Tosin Alabi, has extended warm felicitations to the Muslim Ummah across Egbeda, Ona-Ara, Oyo State, and beyond on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr. In a statement released to mark the end of the holy month of Ramadan, Tosin Alabi congratulated Muslim faithful for the successful completion of the fasting period, describing Ramadan as a time of spiritual renewal, discipline, and devotion to Almighty Allah. According to him, “As we celebrate Eid-el-Fitr, I congratulate all Muslim faithful for successfully completing the Ramadan fast. It is my prayer that Almighty…
The Chairmanship aspirant in Ido Local Government, Asiwaju Olatilewa Ayinla Oladimeji, has overseen the distribution of bags of rice and cash gifts to key stakeholders across the council area as part of Eidel-Fitri celebration and ongoing community support efforts. The items were shared among ward representatives, local government party executives, political leaders, religious figures, community heads, and other notable stakeholders in what officials described as a gesture aimed at strengthening grassroots engagement and welfare. Speaking during the distribution exercise, Oladimeji said the initiative reflected his commitment to inclusiveness and support for all segments of society. “This effort is designed to…
A woman who was recently abducted at Alawusan Village along the Oyo–Iwo Road has regained her freedom, bringing relief to residents of the area. The Executive Chairman of Òyó East Local Government, Oluokun Peter Olusola, through his Media Aide Adeleke Afees Adeniran, confirmed the development and attributed the successful and outcome to Makinde’s Concerted Security Efforts. Speaking on the incident, the chairman expressed deep appreciation for the sustained efforts of security agencies, whose coordinated operations led to the victim’s safe release. He emphasized that the achievement reflects the effectiveness of the state government’s proactive approach to tackling insecurity. Oluokun also…
The recent call for equity in the 2027 Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency seat has generated conversations across our constituency. While every citizen has the right to express views on the political future of Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency, it is important that such discussions are guided by maturity, fairness, and a sincere commitment to the collective progress of our people. First, the issue of equity must be properly understood. The Egbeda/Ona-Ara Federal Constituency is a political structure jointly owned by the people of the two local governments. As long as any candidate emerges from within Egbeda or Ona-Ara, equity has already been respected.…
The Okanlomo of Odua, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, has extended warm congratulations to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR; the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, CON; and the entire people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on the occasion of the historic state visit to His Majesty King Charles III and the Royal Family of the United Kingdom. Chief Sanusi described the visit as a significant diplomatic milestone that underscores Nigeria’s strategic importance on the global stage and signals a renewed era of bilateral relations between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. He noted that the visit reflects purposeful leadership…
The Oyo State Police Command has rescued two kidnap victims and arrested three suspected kidnappers following an attack at the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria, Idi-Ayunre, in Oluyole Local Government Area of the state. The command’s spokesperson, Olayinka Ayanlade, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday in Ibadan. He said the incident occurred on March 19, 2026, at about 12:23 p.m., when representatives of the Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria, Ogun State chapter, were abducted while visiting the CRIN nursery site to submit their annual cocoa seedlings for the 2026 planting season. According to Ayanlade, a joint security team…