The Oyo and Ogun State Governments have declared Monday, October 5, 2026, a work-free day for teachers and schools across the states to mark this year’s World Teachers’ Day. In Oyo State, the directive was contained in a circular issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Musibau Babatunde. The government said the decision recognises…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the nation’s security agencies for the successful rescue of abducted pupils and teachers from Oriire community in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, following a 56-day operation that also led to the arrest of eight suspected abductors. The President praised the military, the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Police…
The Oyo State Police Command has recorded major breakthroughs in its ongoing fight against violent crime with the rescue of two abducted children, the arrest of four suspected kidnappers, and the recovery of sophisticated firearms linked to an armed robbery syndicate. According to the Command, the rescue operation followed a distress call received on Friday,…
The Muslim community in Oyo State has strongly condemned the Sharia-related demands reportedly made by terrorists holding abducted teachers and pupils, stressing that the criminals do not represent Islam or the values of the Muslim faithful. In a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Alhaji Ishaq Sanvni, and Secretary-General, Alhaji Murisiku Siyanbade, the community described…
The Oyo State Police Command has commenced a full-scale manhunt following the abduction of Mrs. Busayo John-Paul, younger sister of former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and her 12-year-old twin sons, Peter and Paul. The victims were reportedly kidnapped by armed men around 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday while Mrs. John-Paul was taking her children to school…
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has urged the Federal Government to fast-track the establishment of state police as part of efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s security architecture and combat rising criminal activities across the country. Speaking during the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) governorship and legislative primaries in Ibadan, Makinde stressed that state police would enhance local…
Adebayo Adelabu has stepped down from his role as Minister of Power to focus on his governorship ambition in Oyo State. In a resignation letter dated April 22, 2026, and addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Adelabu stated that his exit will take effect from April 30, 2026, to ensure a smooth and orderly transition. He expressed appreciation…
A Nigeria Police Force inspector has been tragically killed in Oyo State after terrorists ambushed a police patrol team at the Budo Masalasi border post area. The ambush, which occurred during a routine security operation, resulted in the fatality of the police inspector, while other officers were also affected. The terrorists reportedly launched a coordinated…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with sub-national governments to boost investments in social protection systems. Speaking at the official launch of the Supporting Sustainable Social Protection System (SUSI) Project in Ibadan on Monday, UNICEF’s Chief of Lagos Field Office, Celine Lafoucriere, emphasised the agency’s dedication to supporting inclusive…
Another Fire Incident Hits Ibadan, Petrol Tanker Explosion Destroys Property Worth Millions Less than 24 hours after a market inferno ravaged goods and properties worth millions of naira in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital has suffered yet another fire disaster. This latest incident occurred at the Tollgate area of the Lagos/Ibadan Expressway, where a petrol…
