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Fire guts storey building in Ibadan's Sango area

A swift response by Oyo State and Federal firefighters prevented a major disaster after a fire broke out in a Sango, Ibadan residential building. No lives were lost. Learn crucial fire safety tips from officials.

Fayose: Proof Makinde Got N50bn From Tinubu

Former Governor Ayo Fayose has released documents alleging Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde received N50bn from the Tinubu administration. He challenges Makinde to sue him. Read the full details.

Police nab robber, recover motorcycle in Ibadan

Oyo State Police apprehend a suspected robber in Ibadan, recovering a stolen TVS motorcycle after a late-night chase. CP Femi Haruna commends officers' swift action. Read details.

7 Injured in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Crash

A bus somersaulted on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway after a tyre burst, injuring seven. TRACE and FRSC responded. Also, a fatal tanker explosion occurred in Lagos. Read details.

Two Teenagers Drown in Ibadan's Apete River

The Apete community in Ibadan mourns Abdullahi Sheriff, 15, and Adekitan Rasheed, 13, who drowned in a local river. Learn the details and urgent safety calls from residents.

Apprentice Gets N10m and Shop from Igbo Master

A young man's story of receiving N10 million and a fully-stocked shop after serving his Igbo master in business has ignited online conversations about the Igbo apprenticeship model versus formal education in Nigeria.

Teenagers Drown in Apete River, Ibadan

Two teenagers, Abdullahi Sheriff (15) and Adekitan Rasheed (13), drowned in a river in Apete, Ibadan, on December 21, 2025. Read the tragic details and community warnings ignored.

Ogun Police Launch Joint Security Ops for Christmas

Ogun State Police Command launches a major joint security operation with the Army, NSCDC, and Amotekun for the Christmas and New Year period. CP Lanre Ogunlowo assures safety on highways and bans fireworks. Report suspicious activities via emergency lines

7 Proposed Nigerian States Scale 2nd Reading in 2025

In 2025, Nigeria's push for new states gained momentum as seven proposals, including Ibadan and Etiti, passed second reading. Explore the key bills and the drive for constitutional restructuring.

Ex-REC, UI Professor Abdulganiy Raji Passes Away

The University of Ibadan community mourns the death of Professor Abdulganiy Raji, former REC for Osun, Ekiti, and Ogun states. Burial is scheduled for Saturday in Ogbomoso. Read more.

Visa Scam: Cameroonian Woman Loses N2m in Ogun

A Cameroonian woman was defrauded of over N2 million in a visa scam in Ibafo, Ogun State. Swift police action led by the DPO ensured her welfare and safe return. Read how the incident unfolded.

Ogun Speaker Lauds Dangote for Job Creation

Ogun Speaker Daisi Elemide commended Aliko Dangote for job creation at Dangote Cement's Community Day, where N15.72m scholarships were awarded. He urged other wealthy Nigerians to invest locally to curb 'japa'.

Quarry Blast Causes Panic on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

A powerful explosion from Eminent Quarry rocked communities near the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Oyo State, causing widespread panic and raising serious safety concerns. Residents demand immediate government action.

Oborevwori Endorses Anioma State Agitation

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori supports the creation of Anioma State but insists on following constitutional provisions. Anioma youths staged a peaceful protest in Asaba.

Daughter of Ibadan G.O., JCI President Kidnapped

Ibukun Otesile, 2025 JCI Ibadan Elite President and daughter of Jesus Is King Ministries G.O., was kidnapped in Akobo. Police confirm investigation as CAN calls for urgent action.

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