3 Underage Girls Arrested for Kidnap Threat in Oyo
Oyo State Police detain three teenage girls for allegedly threatening to kidnap a woman and demanding N10m ransom. Suspects claim it was a prank. Full details inside.
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Aborisade Joins ADC, Says He Never Took Money From Makinde
UK-based lawyer and 2027 governorship aspirant, Chief Niyi Aborisade, explains his defection from PDP to ADC, citing party crises and a clean slate with Governor Makinde. Read his full interview and plans for Oyo State.
Alaafin Demands Military Base, Probe into Park Killings
Alaafin of Oyo condemns killings at Old Oyo National Park, demands military base at Otefon and a full investigation. Calls for Yoruba Defence Force deployment.
3 Teen Girls Arrested in Oyo for N10m Kidnap Threat
Oyo Police arrest three teenage girls for threatening to kidnap a woman and demanding N10m and human parts. Suspects claim it was a prank. Full story inside.
Residents Flee Oyo Village After Deadly Bandit Attack
Oloka village in Oyo State remains deserted after a deadly bandit attack killed five forest guards. Residents flee despite security deployment. Read more on the community's trauma and calls for action.
Oyo ADC Meets to Strengthen Party Structures for Elections
Stakeholders of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Oyo State met on January 6, 2026, to unify and fortify the party's structures ahead of upcoming congresses and elections. Key resolutions focus on membership drive and grassroots mobilization.
ADC Launches 2027 Mobilisation, Registration Committee
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has inaugurated a committee to revalidate and register millions of members ahead of 2027 elections. Party leaders warn against imposition and predict APC's defeat due to hardship.
ADC: Hunger, hardship will unseat APC in 2027
Oyo ADC chieftains declare worsening economic conditions and darkness will push Nigerians to vote out APC in 2027, as PDP defectors join a new coalition. Read more.
ADC Sets Terms for Makinde as PDP Denies Defection
Oyo State ADC stakeholders open doors to Governor Seyi Makinde but insist on party ideology. PDP dismisses defection rumours. Get the full details on the political realignment.
Five Feared Dead in Oyo National Park Attack
Suspected bandits attacked National Park Service personnel in Oyo, leaving five feared dead. Police confirm incident and deploy tactical teams. Get the latest details.
Oyo Govt Suspends Monarch Over Illegal Mining
The Oyo State Government suspends the Sobaloju of Ofiki, Chief Jacob Adefabi Sobaloju, for alleged illegal mining and violating Executive Order 001/2023. Read the full details of the investigation and government action.
Makinde Reshuffles Oyo Cabinet, Appoints New SSG
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has announced a major cabinet reshuffle, removing the SSG and appointing new officials. Get the full details on the changes and the profile of the new SSG.
Makinde reshuffles cabinet, appoints new SSG
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde announces major cabinet reshuffle, removing the SSG and appointing new officials including Prof. Musibau Babatunde. Get the full details on the changes.
Man arrested for allegedly r@ping 8-year-old girl in Ibadan
Oyo State Police arrest Olaitan Oloyede for allegedly s3xually assaulting his neighbour's 8-year-old daughter in Oke-Alaro, Ibadan. CP Haruna orders discreet investigation.
APC Threatens New Corruption Claims Against Oyo PDP
Oyo APC threatens to expose fresh mismanagement allegations against Governor Seyi Makinde's administration over N50bn Ibadan explosion relief fund and federal allocations. Read the full details.
ADC Boasts of Oyo Victory in 2027, Backed by Peter Obi
ADC chieftain Niyi Aborisade predicts a sweeping win in Oyo State for the 2027 polls, citing Peter Obi's defection and PDP's decline as key factors. Read the party's strategy.
Man arrested for chopping off farmer's wrist in Oyo
Oyo State Police arrest Sunday James for severing farmer Benua Bukari's wrist with a cutlass during a fight over a disagreement involving three girls. The Commissioner warns against violence.
Makinde Urges Oyo Residents to Join Hands for State's Future
Governor Seyi Makinde calls for continued cooperation from Oyo State residents to build a productive and peaceful future. He highlights 2025 infrastructure and economic achievements.
Obi's ADC Move Fractures LP, Reshapes 2027 Opposition
Peter Obi's defection to the ADC fractures the Labour Party, triggers diverse reactions from Atiku, Abure's LP faction, and Lagos APC, while the South-East adopts ADC as a new platform. Governor Alex Otti, however, pledges to remain in LP.
PDP Loses Key Figure Aborisade to ADC in Oyo
Chief Niyi Aborisade leads mass defection from PDP to ADC in Oyo, citing internal crises. PDP also faces leadership disputes and legal battles in Ekiti ahead of 2027 polls.
Akinoso Tasks Oyo PDP on Commitment for 2027 Elections
Prof. Rahman Akinoso, Chairman of Oyo PDP's new Caretaker Committee, urges unity and commitment for 2027 election victory. Committee to start work January 9, 2026. Read more.
Alaafin Hails Makinde as Visionary, Courageous Leader
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, has described Governor Seyi Makinde as a leader of deep thought and decisive action. Read his full birthday tribute and endorsement here.
Gbolarumi Declares for Oyo 2027 PDP Governorship Ticket
Former Oyo Deputy Governor Hazeem Gbolarumi has officially declared his ambition to contest the PDP governorship ticket for the 2027 election. He is the first aspirant to signal interest, promising inclusive governance.
Makinde Swears In OYSIEC, Demands Independent, Fair Elections
Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurates new OYSIEC members, urging independence & transparency for upcoming LG polls. He vows elections before 2027 tenure ends. Read more.
Alaafin: Only Oyo Throne Can Confer Yorubaland Titles
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, states that only the Oyo throne has the historical and legal authority to install chieftaincy titles bearing the name 'Yorubaland'. Read the full details.
Makinde Signs ₦892bn 2026 Oyo Budget Monday
Governor Seyi Makinde will sign Oyo State's ₦892 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill into law on Monday, December 22. The 'Budget of Economic Expansion' aims to drive growth and infrastructure. Read details.
KWAM 1 Meets Alaafin, Video Sparks Reactions
A video of Fuji star KWAM 1 meeting the Alaafin of Oyo at a wedding has gone viral, sparking mixed reactions amid his legal bid for the Awujale throne. Read details and netizens' comments.
Six Ex-PDP Governors Attend APC Caucus Meeting
Six former PDP governors, including Fubara and Mbah, attended their first high-level APC National Caucus meeting in Abuja, signaling a major political realignment. Read the full details.
Oyo Assembly Passes N892bn 2026 Budget
Oyo State House of Assembly approves N892 billion 2026 budget, with capital expenditure exceeding recurrent spending. Infrastructure gets top priority. Read more.
University VC Urges FG to Build Bridge for Student Safety
Prof. Olanrewaju Olaniyan calls for urgent construction of a pedestrian bridge on the Oyo-Ogbomoso Expressway to protect thousands of students crossing daily. The university also announces a historic convocation for 47,623 graduates.
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