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In a significant endorsement of its exceptional hospitality standards, Ilaji Hotels and Resorts has been officially designated by the United Nations as an accommodation partner for the upcoming 2025 Sustainable Week Africa (SWA). This prestigious recognition highlights the hotel’s commitment to excellence and its alignment with global sustainability practices. Sustainable Week Africa is an annual event organized under the auspices of the United Nations, bringing together global leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and stakeholders to discuss and promote sustainable development across the African continent. The 2025 edition aims to address pressing environmental challenges, economic growth, and social equity, fostering collaborative efforts…

Popular Newscater and Broadcaster, Ajibola Akinyefa, widely known as Bàbá Olomi, has announced his departure from Lagelu 96.7 FM, Ibadan, Oyo State. In a heartfelt message addressed to the management, staff, and listeners, Ajibola expressed deep gratitude for the opportunities and support he experienced during his time at the media house. An authority in Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort confirmed that Akinyefa has joined Ilaji FM 91.9, Akanran, Ibadan. “I want to extend my sincere appreciation to the management for the opportunity to be a part of this team. Your guidance, support, and trust have been invaluable to me,” he…

In a dazzling display of community spirit and personal triumph, Dr. Akin Fagbemi, the visionary Chairman of the Oyo State Hospitals Management Board, is celebrating a momentous birthday this Tuesday coincidentally alongside his remarkable and convocation with a Master’s degree in Public Policy from the prestigious African University of Science and Technology (AUST). Today 14th February is filled with excitement as Dr. Fagbemi who as always being honoured for his transformative leadership at the Oyo State Road Transport Management Authority (OYRTMA), where he led the agency to clinch the esteemed 2022 Public Service Merit Award. His innovative strategies and unwavering…

Oyo state governor, Engr Seyi Makinde, has explained why he may prosecute some of Oyo kingmakers otherwise known as Oyomesi, citing allegations of fraud. The governor added that he would be willing to forgive them if they seek forgiveness from the Alaafin-designate, Oba Akeem Owoade. Makinde made this known at the presentation of Instruments of Office to the new Alaafin of Oyo at the Executive Chamber of the Governor’s Office Ibadan on Tuesday. The governor, who insisted that he had no prior relationship with the new monarch said the affected kingmakers would be pardoned if they genuinely sought forgiveness…

The Alaafin of Oyo-elect, Oba Abimbola Owoade, is set to commence a 21-day traditional rites as the new monarch of the town. The state governor, Seyi Makinde, announced Owoade as the new monarch of the ancient Yoruba community on Friday. On Monday, he presented him with the staff of office. He succeeded the late Alaafin, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, who passed away three years ago. The ceremony had the kingmakers, otherwise known as Oyomesi, top government functionaries, and eminent personalities from the state in attendance. Following the presentation, a source who craved anonymity revealed to PUNCH Online that the…

The ruling was pronounced by Justice Kamorudeen Olawoyin of the Oyo State High Court, on Monday. The Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has granted the bail applications filed by the ex-wife of the Ooni of Ife, Naomi Silekunola, owner of a prominent indigenous radio station, Agidigbo FM, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat and the Principal of Islamic High School, Bashorun, Abdullahi Fasasi. The ruling was pronounced by Justice Kamorudeen Olawoyin of the Oyo State High Court, on Monday. Oriyomi was granted N10 million bail and required to provide two sureties. The court also ruled that his organisation must not broadcast…

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has officially presented the Staff and certificate of appointment to the 46th Alaafin-elect, Prince Akeem Abimbola Owoade, marking the formal ascension of the new monarch to the revered throne of Alaafin of Oyo. The brief ceremony, held on Monday, January 13 at the state government house, Agodi,Ibadan. The event which held quietly was attended by dignitaries, traditional rulers and leaders, government officials, and enthusiastic Oyo indigenes. Governor Makinde, while presenting the insignia of office, described the Alaafin-elect as a leader poised to uphold the cultural and historical heritage of the Oyo Kingdom. The governor…

In a groundbreaking move ahead of the 2027 gubernatorial elections, the Jubril Dotun Sanusi (JDS) support group has forged a strategic alliance with the Remi Oseni Committee of Friends (ROCOF), a loyal base of supporters for Hon. Remi Oseni, the Federal Representative for Ido/Ibarapa Federal Constituency and Chairman of the House Committee on FERMA. The meeting, hosted at Ilaji Resort, drew influential stakeholders, including the Oyo State Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), all 33 Local Government CAN Coordinators, Zonal Leaders, market traders, and other key leaders of the JDS Group. In his opening remarks, Hon. Gbenga Ayinde…

Kingmakers in Oyo have described the appointment of Prince Abimbola Owoade as the new Alaafin by Governor Seyi Makinde as illegal and unlawful. Recall that earlier today, the state government announced that Makinde had approved the appointment of a new Alaafin of Oyo, two years after the stool became vacant. However, five Kingmakers from the town have declared the appointment null and void because they did not recommend such a name to the state government, insisting that the only person they recommended as the next Alaafin is Prince Luqman Gbadegesin. The Kingmakers, who made this declaration in a letter…

Royal Heritage and Lineage Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade hails from the royal Owoade-Agunloye family of Oyo, one of the surviving children of Pa Rasaki Ibiyosi Owoade. His lineage traces back to Aremo Aderounmu Iyanda Owoade from Agure Compound, Oyo, embedding him deeply in the cultural and historical fabric of the Oyo Kingdom. Educational Background and Age His educational journey includes attending Baptist High School, Saki, followed by obtaining a National Diploma and Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from The Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro, and The Polytechnic, Ibadan, respectively. This educational foundation has shaped his analytical and technical skills. He…