2027: PDP, APC test might in Oyo bye-election
As the 2027 general elections draw closer, the upcoming bye-election in Oyo State has become a key battleground for the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and other political groups to demonstrate their political strength. The election, scheduled for Saturday, August 16, 2025, will decide who fills the vacant Ibadan North Federal […]
Oyo: Ladoja nominated 44th Olubadan of Ibadan
Former Oyo State Governor, Rashidi Ladoja, has been picked to become the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. His nomination was made official on Monday during a meeting of the Olubadan-In-Council at the Olubadan Palace in Oke-Aremo, within the Ibadan North Local Government Area. The meeting was led by the Balogun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola. […]
Polytechnic Ibadan: Makinde under fire as stakeholders hold views over name change
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State wants to change the name of The Polytechnic Ibadan to Victor Omololu Olunloyo Polytechnic, Ibadan, in honour of the late Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, a former governor of the old Oyo State. Dr. Olunloyo was the first Ibadan-born governor and also served as the first principal of the institution. […]
‘You’re the greatest betrayer’ – PDP group fires back at Wike
A political group called PDP Frontiers for Change and Progress has strongly criticized the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. The group said Wike is the real reason the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is having serious internal problems. They described him as the biggest betrayer in the party. The group did not hold […]
Fresh Crisis Hits PDP As Wike ‘Pulls Out Of All Agreements’
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, says he’s stepping away from all previous agreements made within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). He blames Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde for causing the party’s ongoing crisis. Wike revealed that he directly told Governor Makinde that ignoring their agreements is what’s damaging the party. He […]
Don’t allow our culture go into extinction – Makinde urges Nigerians
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has encouraged Nigerians to keep their culture alive and not let it fade away. He gave this message during an event held in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State. The occasion was the grand finale of the 2025 World Egungun Festival. This colorful celebration took place at Obafemi Awolowo […]
Presidency: Atiku, PDP govs not truthful, party may lose 2027 – Wike warns
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has warned that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) might lose the 2027 presidential election if the party continues with its current problems. He said that both the PDP Governors Forum and some top party members, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, are not being honest […]
2027 election between APC, Nigerians – Oyo Gov, Makinde
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, believes the 2027 presidential election will not be a simple contest between political parties. Instead, he says it will be between Nigerians and the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). Makinde shared this opinion during an interview on Channels TV’s ‘Politics Today’ on Tuesday. He said, “The 2027 election won’t be […]
We will resist any attempt to turn Yoruba land into bandits and kidnappers’ foothold – Gani Adams
Gani Adams, the Aareonakakanfo of Yorubaland, has called on the governors in the southwest to stay vigilant and focus on securing the region. His statement came after Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, raised concerns about the increasing number of bandits from the North-West entering the southwest. Adams supported Governor Makinde’s alarm, agreeing that the situation […]
Someone Earning N170,000 Will Now Earn N360,000 Monthly In Oyo As Makinde Orders 86% Salary Increase From January
In a bold move to improve the welfare of workers, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved an 86% increase in salaries. Starting January 2025, the minimum wage will rise to N80,000, benefiting workers across all grades in the state. A Record-Breaking Salary Increase The Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, revealed […]