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Makinde's Attack on Adelabu Shows Panic - Aide

A media aide to the Minister of Power says Governor Seyi Makinde's verbal attack on Adebayo Adelabu reflects political panic and desperation. Read the full analysis of Oyo State's shifting political landscape.

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.

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.

Makinde: I said no to Tinubu's APC request

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde discloses he turned down President Tinubu's direct appeal to organise the APC in Oyo State, citing loyalty to PDP. He also reveals shocking details about Wike's 2027 declaration.

Makinde: Tinubu rejected my ministerial nominee

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde discloses President Tinubu rejected his nominee for Minister of Budget. He now regrets supporting Tinubu in 2023. Read the full details of their political rift.

Makinde: Why I Regretted Backing Tinubu in 2023

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde admits regretting his support for President Bola Tinubu in the 2023 election, citing unmet expectations for national reset. Read his full explanation.

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.

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.

YOWICAN Hails Seyi Tinubu's Yorubaland Title

YOWICAN congratulates Seyi Tinubu on his installation as Okanlomo of Yorubaland by the Alaafin of Oyo, calling it a major cultural honour and a call to youth service.

Seyi Tinubu Becomes Okanlomo of Yorubaland

Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade, installs Seyi Tinubu as Okanlomo of Yorubaland. Senator Yari also receives title. Read full details and see who attended.

Seyi Tinubu Becomes Okanlomo of Yorubaland

Reno Omokri congratulates Seyi Tinubu on his chieftaincy title, 'Okanlomo of Yorubaland,' explaining its meaning as 'child of destiny.' Read about the installation and reactions.

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.

Yoruba Youths Oppose Title for Ex-Governor Yari

The Yoruba Youth Council opposes the Alaafin of Oyo's plan to honour former Zamfara Governor Abdulaziz Yari with a chieftaincy title, citing his record on banditry and insecurity. Read the full story.

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