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The Chairman of the Oyo State Agency for Youth Development, Prince Adebowale Adebayo Falana, has outlined key empowerment initiatives of the state government aimed at improving the welfare and productivity of youths across the state. Falana made this known during a radio programme on Oluyole FM 98.5 on Wednesday, where he featured as a guest on a discussion titled “What Kind of Empowerment Do Youth Expect from Government Elected Officials.” The programme was anchored by broadcaster Biodun Adejumo. Speaking during the programme, Falana noted that youths primarily expect the government to provide an enabling environment that promotes employment, skills development,…

The Okanlomo Odua of Yorubaland, Jubril Dotun Sanusi, has congratulated a dependable and trustworthy journalist, Kehinde Segun, on the occasion of his birthday. In a congratulatory message personally signed by him, Engr. Sanusi described Segun as a media professional whose dedication to truth, professionalism and responsible journalism continues to make a remarkable impact in Oyo State’s media space. He commended the celebrant’s commitment to credible reporting and ethical standards, noting that his conduct in the journalism profession is highly commendable and worthy of emulation by younger practitioners. The Okanlomo Odua also offered prayers for the journalist, asking God to bless…

Tension flared in part of Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo State on Tuesday after two billboards belonging to the Chairman of Oluyole LG, Akeem Olatunji, were vandalised by yet-to-be-identified persons. The incident, which occurred late Monday night, affected two separate billboard structures located at the popular 7-Up Bus Stop and on top of the bridge at Olomi, in Oluyole Local Government Area. Residents who spoke with the chairman, said the damage was discovered early Wednesday morning, with sections of the billboards torn apart and structural frames partially damaged. The affected locations are known for heavy vehicular and pedestrian traffic,…

Hon. Otunba Sanni Aridunu Eletu, Deputy Director of Youth and Students’ Affairs Campaign, Oyo South Senatorial District (2023), has extended warm congratulations to all newly elected youth leaders and members of the State Executive Committee following the successful State Congress of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State. In a congratulatory message made available to newsmen, Eletu particularly celebrated the emergence of Hon. Glory Olalekan as Youth Leader and Hon. Sayo Fatoki as Assistant Youth Leader, describing their elections as a testament to their dedication, loyalty, and longstanding commitment to youth mobilization within the party. He also congratulated Olalekan…

The Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has successfully conducted its State Congress, culminating in the emergence of a new executive council to steer the affairs of the party across the state. In a congratulatory message issued shortly after the exercise, Oyo State APC Chieftain, Oloye Lowo Obisesan, the Agbaakin Balogun Tile of Ibadanland, felicitated with the newly elected State Chairman, H.E. Moses Alake Adeyemo, and all other stakeholders who emerged victorious at the congress. Obisesan described the congress as a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to reposition the party for greater unity, stability, and electoral…

The Oluyole Local Government and state Police command have dismissed reports of an alleged abduction of three workers in the Olojuoro area of Oluyole Local Government Area. This was as the executive chairman of the council faulted what he described as an afterthought by the factory owner at the centre of the claims. Earlier reports had alleged that three workers at a concrete block factory in Olojuoro were kidnapped at gunpoint while having breakfast at a nearby canteen. The factory owner, Prince Jelili Oyetunde, in a news publication, had claimed that CCTV footage showed the workers being whisked away and…

Ibadan witnessed a vibrant gathering of young entrepreneurs and business owners on Friday, February 27, 2026, as Growth Tribe Ibadan successfully hosted its maiden edition of Connectify — a hangout-style networking event designed to foster collaboration, learning, and business growth. The event, held in Bodija, brought together small business owners, creatives, and professionals from across the city in an atmosphere that blended networking with real opportunities for economic empowerment. A major highlight of the gathering was the live business pitching session, where entrepreneurs stepped forward to present their ideas and ventures before the community. Participants not only pitched their businesses…

History often records the moment institutions act, but it seldom acknowledges the individuals who quietly shaped the direction long before formal structures responded. In Oyo State, that pattern was evident when electric buses began to redefine public transport. The policy announcement came later. The proof of concept had arrived earlier, through the foresight of Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi. What began as a calculated intervention in sustainable mobility has since revealed itself as part of a much broader philosophy, one that now stretches beyond Nigeria’s borders to the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. At the Malta Family Get-Together, Chief Sanusi’s address…

The Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, has warmly welcomed residents and staff of the council area to the month of March, urging them to embrace the new month with renewed hope, unity, and dedication to collective progress. In his New Month message made available through his head of media, Aderibigbe Yisahu, the Chairman described March as a season of forward movement and greater possibilities for the people of Ibadan North. He appreciated the unwavering commitment of the council’s workforce and the steadfast support of residents, noting that their cooperation remains instrumental to the steady development…

Islamic stakeholders and and clerics have enjoined Muslim faithful to endeavor to imbibe the lessons of Ramadan beyond the fasting season in order to continue enjoying spiritual upliftment and good relationship with God. The call was made on Friday, February 28, at the 3rd Akeem Olatunji Annual Ramadan Lecture themed: TAQWA: Iberu Olorun (The Fear of God) held in Oluyole, Ibadan. Speaking, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Prof. Musibaudeen Babatunde, charged Muslims to ensure that the spiritual discipline, selflessness, and moral restraint cultivated during Ramadan are sustained long after the fasting period. He cautioned against limiting acts of…