Ajimobi daughter’s death shocking – Makinde
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Abisola Ajimobi Kola-Daisi, the first daughter of former governor Abiola Ajimobi. Abisola passed away at the age of 42, a development Makinde described as shocking and heartbreaking. He conveyed his condolences through his Chief Press Secretary, Dr. Sulaimon Olanrewaju. The governor […]
Gov Makinde Speaks On Contesting For Presidency In 2027
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has dismissed rumors suggesting that he plans to run for president in 2027. In a recent interview with the Nigerian Tribune, the governor made it clear that his focus is entirely on fulfilling his responsibilities as the leader of Oyo State. Makinde, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party […]
Bandits relocating to Oyo from Northwest – Makinde cries out
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has raised an alarm about bandits from the Northwest relocating to the state due to increased military activity in their region. He made this statement during the 2025 annual inter-faith service for workers in Agodi, Ibadan. Makinde explained that the ongoing military operations in the Northwest have forced bandits […]
Organisers of Oyo children’s funfair arrested, says Gov. Makinde, after stampede kills many children
A heartbreaking incident occurred on December 18 at a children’s funfair in Ibadan, Oyo State, where a stampede claimed the lives of several children and left many others injured. The event, which took place at the Islamic High School in Basorun, descended into chaos due to an overwhelming crowd of children that exceeded the venue’s […]
APC Chieftain Slams Governor Makinde For Arresting Protesters
Oyedele Hakeem Alao, a leader in the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, has expressed his disappointment over the arrest of 12 protesters in Ibadan. The protesters, who are mechanics, had accused Governor Seyi Makinde of illegal land grabbing. The individuals were arrested after their peaceful protest and have since been sent to the […]