Abubakar Abdullahi, one of the seven suspects arrested by the Oyo State Police Command in connection with the attack on and killing of five forest rangers at the National Park Service office in Oloka Village, has revealed how he was invited by one Mohammed Dangi, whom he described as the second-in-command of the bandit gang,…
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, was absent from activities organised by the Seyi Makinde-led government to commemorate the Oyo State 50th anniversary celebration. The week-long celebration featured several events that traditionally involve the participation of royal fathers across the state. However, the Alaafin did not attend any of the programmes. The Alaafin’s…
A 45-year-old man has died while trying to rescue his goat from inside a deep well in Mokola area, Saki community, Oyo State. The man entered the well with aim of rescuing the goat, but was trapped and couldn’t come out, Oyo State Fire Services Agency said while confirming the incident on Wednesday. The Chairman…
The member representing Ibadan North State Constituency I at the Oyo State House of Assembly and Chairperson, House Committee on Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, Hon. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide, has congratulated the government and people of Oyo State on the occasion of the state’s 50th anniversary, describing the milestone as a celebration of resilience, visionary…
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has said he is closely following developments within the Oyo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, insisting that his interest is driven by a desire to see the party survive and succeed. Wike made the remarks on Monday while speaking at the 105th meeting of…
Police have confirmed the arrest of the seven suspects in connection with banditry attacks on the old National Park in Ikoyi Ile, Oyo. The suspects include the alleged mastermind and ring leader of the highly dreaded ten-man armed banditry gang. They were alleged to be responsible for the brutal assault on forest rangers and operatives…
The Oyo State command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested a 28-year-old housewife over alleged human trafficking. In a statement on Saturday in Ibadan, the command’s spokesman, Samuel Opebiyi, said that efforts were ongoing to apprehend her accomplice and husband, who is on the run. Mr Opebiyi said the housewife…
The Police Command in Oyo State has arrested two dismissed officers of the Nigerian Army for alleged armed robbery, recovered three vehicles and a motorcycle. The command’s spokesperson, Ayanlade Olayinka, a deputy superintendent of police, stated this in a statement made available to journalists on Wednesday in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. Mr Olayinka said…
Filmmaker Kunle Afolayan introduced Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde to veteran Nollywood actors at the Oyo State at 50 anniversary celebration in Ibadan. The interaction took place at the Cultural Centre, Mokola during activities marking the state’s golden jubilee. Afolayan presented several Nollywood legends to the Governor, including Iya Awero, Jide Kosoko, Mr Latin, Papi Luwe…
Hon. Tosin Alabi, Federal House of Representatives hopeful for Egbeda/Ona Ara Federal Constituency, has heartily congratulated the Government and people of Oyo State on the historic celebration of 50 years of statehood, describing the golden jubilee as a defining moment of pride, reflection, and renewed hope for the future. In his goodwill message, Hon. Alabi…
