The loyalists and political associates of Taofeek Arapaja have reaffirmed their unalloyed loyalty and unwavering support for his leadership, declaring their continued commitment to his political direction and vision as preparations gradually build toward the 2027 general elections. In a joint statement issued on behalf of the group, the loyalists emphasized that their allegiance to the party and its structure remains firmly rooted in the leadership of Ambassador Arapaja, whom they described as a pillar of strength, stability, and progressive politics. The group noted that despite ongoing political realignments and speculations in some quarters, their position remains clear and unchanged:…
Author: Goalpoacher
Supporters of the National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja, have distanced themselves from the reported plan by their leader to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC), declaring their continued support for Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and the PDP governorship candidate, Abimbola Adekanmbi.The group, operating under the aegis of the Konge Ire Group, made its position known on Friday after a meeting held in Ibadan South-East Local Government Area.The development comes hours after reports emerged that Arapaja was considering leaving the PDP for the APC following alleged disagreements over the party’s governorship primary and…
The Oyo State Government has denied reports claiming it paid ransom to secure the release of pupils and teachers abducted by bandits in Oriire Local Government Area, describing the allegation as false and misleading. In a statement signed by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, the government described the claim as “far from the truth” and a deliberate attempt by “irresponsible bloggers” to create confusion and misinform the public. Prince Oyelade explained that although both the Oyo State and Federal Governments have been making concerted efforts to secure the safe release of the abducted children and their teachers, no…
….See reasons for his imminent defection to opposition partyFormer Deputy Governor of Oyo State and National Deputy Chairman (South) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ambassador Taofeek Arapaja, has reportedly parted ways with Governor Seyi Makinde’s political camp and he is set to defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC), if impeccable party sources are to be believed.Goalpoacher News reliably gathered that Arapaja recently met with President Bola Tinubu as consultations over his proposed move gathered momentum.According to sources familiar with the development, Arapaja is expected to resign next week from his position in Governor Makinde’s faction of the PDP…
The Federal High Court, Abuja on Thursday affirmed David Mark’s leadership of the opposition African Democratic Congress, a ruling the party welcomed even as former Vice‑President Atiku Abubakar said he would continue his pursuit of the 2027 presidency. Atiku described the judgment, which dismissed a suit filed by a member of the House of Representatives, Leke Abejide, as victory for constitutional democracy and a rejection of attempts to use the judiciary for political ends. Delivering judgment on Thursday, Justice Musa Liman upheld the preliminary objections raised by the ADC, its former National Chairman, Ralph Nwosu, Mark, and the party’s National…
The Yorubaland Council for Islamic Preachers (YLCIP) has officially appointed the Okanlomo Oodua and Bada Olubadan of Ibadanland, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, as the Grand Patron of the Council in recognition of his outstanding contributions to the growth of Islam, humanitarian service, and community development across Yorubaland and beyond. The appointment was conveyed in an official letter dated 1st July, 2026, signed by the National Amir, Shaykh Taofeek Akewugbagold, and the National Secretary, Amir Akingbade Kazeem Ayodele. According to the Council, the honour is in appreciation of Chief Sanusi’s unwavering commitment to promoting Islam, his remarkable humanitarian interventions, and his…
The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has intensified calls for unity, genuine reconciliation and grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general election. State APC Chairman, Chief Moses Adeyemo on Thursday in Ibadan, declared that the party could no longer afford division after spending eight years in opposition in Oyo State. The party formally unveiled Senator Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli as governorship candidate and Hon. Adesoji Michael Adedeji as deputy-governorship candidate before party leaders, stakeholders and supporters in Ibadan. Also, Hon. Gbenga Olayemi, APC Deputy National Auditor, formally presented the Independent National Electoral Commission nomination certificate to Senator Alli during…
The Head of Local Government Administration (HLGA), Ibadan South Local Government, Dr. Agnes Olakunbi Ojo, has been formally inducted today as a member of the Nigerian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN) at a colourful ceremony held in Victoria Island, Lagos. As a seasoned public administrator, Dr. Ojo has consistently demonstrated excellence, diligence, and integrity in the discharge of her duties. Her admission into the Institute is a testament to her dedication to upholding the highest standards of administrative practice and governance. The induction marks another remarkable milestone in Dr. Ojo’s distinguished public service career and underscores…
The Oyo State Deputy Woman Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mrs Fatima Hassan, has called on party leaders and members across the state to remain loyal to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling party as preparations gradually gather momentum for the 2027 general election. In an open appeal addressed to APC leaders and loyal members in Oyo State, Hassan urged party stakeholders to place the interest of the party above personal ambitions, warning against actions capable of undermining the APC’s unity ahead of the next electoral cycle. She said the appeal reflected the sentiments of thousands of…
The Oyo State House of Assembly has confirmed the appointment of Dr. Ladipo Olabode Taiwo as Commissioner-designate following the approval of his nomination during Tuesday’s plenary sitting presided over by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin. The confirmation came after the presentation and consideration of the report of the House Committee on Special Duties, chaired by the Deputy Speaker, Hon. Muhammad Abiodun Fadeyi, who recommended the nominee for confirmation after the committee’s screening exercise. The House subsequently adopted the committee’s recommendations and unanimously approved the nomination of Dr. Ladipo Olabode Taiwo to serve as Commissioner in the Oyo State Executive…