Browsing Tag
Oyo State
212 posts
Former Oyo Council Chief Adekunle Oladeji Defects from APC to APM
Adekunle Oladeji, a former LCDA chairman in Oyo State, has left the APC to join the Allied Peoples Movement ahead of the 2027 elections.
Olufadegin clan claims Olubadan is forcing Mogaji selection, cites potential unrest
The Olufadegin family of Ibadan is urging Oba Rashidi Ladoja to reverse the appointment of Fatai Omosanjo Amzat as their Mogaji, claiming the decision was forced upon them and violates traditional customs.
Adebayo Adelabu Dismisses Reports of Defecting from APC to APM for 2027
Former Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu has refuted claims that he intends to defect from the APC to the APM, reaffirming his loyalty to President Tinubu and his party ahead of the 2027 elections.
Oyo State government finds life sentences for Oriire kidnapping accomplices insufficient
Oyo State officials have labeled the life sentences for three individuals convicted in a school kidnapping case as too lenient, though the government has confirmed it will not appeal the court's decision.
Oyo State government and APC trade barbs following court order on EFCC inquiries
A Federal High Court ruling restricting the EFCC from accessing broad, non-specific financial records of the Oyo State government has sparked a heated debate between the ruling administration and the APC.
APC Warns Governor Makinde That EFCC Oversight Is Inevitable
The Oyo State APC insists that Governor Seyi Makinde will eventually face an EFCC investigation regarding his administration's finances, despite a recent court ruling limiting the agency's powers.
Wike-allied group seizes PDP headquarters in Oyo
Supporters of Nyesom Wike have seized control of the Oyo State PDP secretariat in Ibadan, previously managed by a group loyal to Governor Seyi Makinde.
Oyo Kidnappers Break Down in Tears Following Life Sentence
Captured militants convicted of kidnapping school children and teachers in Oyo State were filmed weeping after receiving life prison sentences.
Governor Makinde Begins Annual Leave, Deputy Lawal Takes Charge
Governor Seyi Makinde has received legislative approval to take his annual leave, with Deputy Governor Bayo Lawal stepping in as Acting Governor until mid-September.
Abuja Federal High Court Imposes Life Sentences on Three for Orire School Kidnapping
Three individuals have received life imprisonment from an Abuja Federal High Court for their roles in the kidnapping of students and teachers in Oyo State after pleading guilty to federal charges.