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The recent surge of emotions from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State seems to be more of a distraction than a constructive contribution to the state’s development. Amidst the noise, Governor Seyi Makinde of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) continues to solidify his position as a beacon of hope and progress in the Southwest region. While APC’s antics may be geared towards gaining political mileage, they add little to no value to the lives of residents in Oyo State. Makinde’s administration, on the other hand, has been working tirelessly to drive growth, improve infrastructure, and empower citizens. The…

The Honourable Member representing Ibadan North Constituency II at the Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon. Adebayo Babajide Gabriel, has extended warm congratulations to Yisahu Aderibigbe Ajibola, the Publisher of Populist News, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to journalism and responsible news dissemination. Hon. Gabriel described Ajibola as a diligent, committed, and professional media practitioner whose consistency and passion for accurate news reporting have continued to strengthen public trust in the media space. He noted that Populist News has remained a credible platform known for timely, balanced, and people-centered reportage. According to the lawmaker, the role of the media…

The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has poured glowing tributes on Hon. Olusoji Alade, former Oyo State House of Assembly PDP aspirant for Ibadan North Constituency I and Ambassador of Ibadan cultural heritage as he marks his birthday. In a warm and heartfelt birthday message made available through his Head of Media, Aderibigbe Yisahu Ajibola, Hon. Olufade extolled Hon. Alade as an exceptional, peace-loving, and large-hearted politician whose political journey is defined by sincerity, humility, and an uncommon spirit of brotherhood. Hon. Olufade further described the celebrant as a celebrated ambassador of Ibadan cultural heritage,…

Hon. Adebayo Babajide Gabriel, the Oyo State House of Assembly member representing Ibadan North Constituency II, has sent warm birthday greetings to Hon. Olusoji Alade (SOJ), a former PDP House of Assembly aspirant for Ibadan North Constituency I and a distinguished ambassador of Ibadan’s rich cultural heritage. In his congratulatory message, Hon. Babajide Gabriel described Hon. Alade as an exceptional, humble, and compassionate politician whose calm disposition and invaluable contributions to the growth and stability of the Peoples Democratic Party remain widely acknowledged and deeply appreciated. He expressed pride in sharing the same local government with Hon. Alade, commending his…

The Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development (OYAYD), Prince Falana Adebowale Adebayo, has extended warm felicitations to Hon. Olusoji Olusegun Alade, popularly known as SOJ, a notable Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) starlet in Ibadan North, on the occasion of his celebration. In a goodwill message made available to the press, Prince Falana commended Hon. Alade for his steadfast commitment to progressive politics and grassroots mobilisation, describing him as a dependable ally whose consistency, loyalty, and sense of purpose have continued to strengthen the PDP in Ibadan North and beyond. According to the OYAYD Chairman, Hon. SOJ has,…

The Progressive Tradesmen and Artisan Association of Nigeria (PROTAN), Oyo State Chapter, has paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development (OYAYD), Prince Falana Adebowale Adebayo, to reaffirm its solidarity and pledge continued support for the agency’s youth-focused programmes. The visit was led by members of the PROTAN State Executive Council alongside Local Government Coordinators across the state, who converged on the agency to formally pay homage to the chairman and strengthen collaboration in advancing youth and artisan development across Oyo State. Speaking during the visit, leaders of PROTAN commended the chairman for…

The Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, under the leadership of Hon. Adebowale Adebayo Falana, has formally registered the Nigerian Youth Congress (NYC) in the state and inaugurated its newly elected State Executive Council and Local Government Coordinators, marking a significant milestone in youth mobilization and participatory governance. The event, which drew youths, stakeholders, and government officials from across the state, was held last year December 30th, at the House of Chiefs, Secretariat, Ibadan, and featured a Youth Leadership Lecture Series alongside a Heroes and Excellence Award presentation. Speaking at the ceremony, the Chairman of Oyo State Agency for Youth…

The Executive Chairman of Lagelu Local Government, Hon. Mudashiru Kamorudeen, has warmly welcomed council staff back to work after the New Year break, expressing profound gratitude for their unwavering support and dedication that drove the administration’s remarkable successes in 2025. The welcome address took place during a special prayer session organized by the Lagelu Chapter of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) to mark the resumption of duties in the new year. In an emotional address, Hon. Kamorudeen highlighted the significant milestones achieved in 2025, including major infrastructure projects such as road constructions, market developments, borehole sinkings, and…

The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has warmly welcomed pupils and students in both primary and secondary schools across the council area as they resume for the second term, while also extending heartfelt wishes for a prosperous and fulfilling New Year 2026 to teachers, parents, and students. In his goodwill message made available through his head of media, Aderibigbe Yisahu, Hon. Olufade described education as the bedrock of sustainable development, encouraging students to return to their studies with renewed enthusiasm, discipline, and a strong commitment to academic excellence. He noted that meaningful learning must go…

A Year of Giving, a Future of Hope: How Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi Made 2025 a Blueprint for Compassionate Leadership As 2025 drew to a close, the prevailing mood around Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi was not one of self-congratulation, but of quiet appreciation. In a year when many measured success by profit margins and public applause, his legacy was instead written in classrooms revived, livelihoods restored, youths empowered, and communities reawakened to hope. In the reflective atmosphere that accompanies the New Year — that moment when societies pause to assess what truly mattered, Chief Sanusi’s journey through 2025 stood as…