The Oyo State House of Assembly on Thursday approved Governor Seyi Makinde’s request to proceed on his annual leave, with the Deputy Governor, Adebayo Lawal, set to oversee the affairs of the state during the period. According to the letter, Makinde’s leave will begin on August 10 and end on September 11, 2026, while h…

…Movement has said the Federal Government’s recent attacks on its presidential candidate, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, show that President Bola Tinubu is jittery over Makinde’s growing popularity ahead of the 2027 presidential election. APM, in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Abubakar Yusuf, on W…

…the APC governorship candidate in the 2023 election, in which he lost to the incumbent, Governor Seyi Makinde of the Peoples Democratic Party. The choice of Alli by the party hierarchy stopped Folarin’s ambition for 2027 as he did not participate in the primaries leading to the emergence of the governorship candidate.…

…as unacceptable degree of rot in the critical sectors of the state’s economy, urging Governor Seyi Makinde to take urgent actions to fix the problems in the interest of the masses. This came against the backdrop of a viral video being circulated on social media in which an unidentified man was caught on tape lamenting…

…urged the Adeleke administration to consider the approach adopted in Oyo State, where Governor Seyi Makinde upgraded the existing Ibadan Airport by extending its runway from 2.4km to 3km instead of constructing a new facility. “Makinde did not rush to build a new airport. He upgraded an existing one in Ibadan after sig…

…What kind of support have you received? The utmost support for now should be health. Governor Seyi Makinde has tried his best. We have all been discharged from the hospital except for maybe two or three kids. In terms of financial support, we don’t know what government is doing. The governor said he would support the f…

…in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, has appealed to the Federal Government and Governor Seyi Makinde to help recover his remains for a dignified burial. The deceased's wife and his elder brother and widow made the appeal days after the rescue of the 39 pupils and five surviving teachers who spent 56 days in c…

…all that matters is using the incident for political gain, which explains why Oyo State governor Seyi Makinde has become a victim of vicious attacks. Makinde, while receiving the rescued victims on Monday, expressed his appreciation to President Bola Tinubu and all the security forces that carried out what could rightl…

…Presidency slams Makinde over demand for UN probe The Presidency criticised Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde for calling for a United Nations investigation into the abduction of pupils and teachers, describing it as politically motivated and unnecessary. Read the full story below: https://punchng.com/oyo-abduction-presidency-…

…Igbokwe, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has criticised Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over the latter's recent remarks. Seyi Makinde on Monday, July 13, called on the United Nations to launch an independent investigation into the abduction of the Oyo schoolchildren and teachers. Makinde, who spoke…

The Presidency on Monday criticised Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde over his call for a United Nations-led investigation into the abduction of pupils and teachers in the state, describing the demand as unnecessary and politically motivated. Makinde, while formally assuming responsibility for the welfare, rehabilitation…

…after she and the rescued teachers and pupils were formally handed over to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde at the Governor’s Office, Secretariat, Ibadan. The victims were abducted by gunmen on May 15, 2026, and spent nearly two months in captivity before regaining their freedom in a rescue operation by security agencie…

…teachers and pupils to the Oyo State Secretariat and officially handed them over to Governor Seyi Makinde. The victims who were abducted on May 15, were rescued from the kidnappers' den on July 12 after over 50 days in captivity. by Linda Ikeji at 13/07/2026 5:47 PM | Share this Story

…“The university specifically acknowledged the leadership of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Seyi Makinde, as well as the courage and professionalism of the security personnel involved in the rescue operation. “The successful operation underscores the importance of collective vigilance and demonstrates the resilience…

…on the part of the security forces,” the statement read. Makinde’s reaction Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde also paid tribute to personnel involved in the operation. “Really grateful for the safe return of the children and teachers abducted from Oriire LGA 56 days ago. Our priority now is to ensure they are reunited wi…

…Headquarters of the 2 Division Nigerian Army Medical Services, Odogbo Barracks, Ibadan. Governor Seyi Makinde, who visited the victims on Saturday, had disclosed that they would remain under medical observation for 48 hours before being formally handed over to the state government. He said, “Our plan right now is to wa…

…Alhaji Dawud Akinola, have expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, and security agencies over the successful rescue of the pupils, teachers, and other victims abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo […] The post Catholic bishop, Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland hail safe…

…the tributes paid to the fallen officer: Oyo Affairs wrote: “Here is one of the officers Governor Seyi Makinde mentioned, who paid the supreme sacrifice while trying to rescue the abducted Oriire teachers and schoolchildren. May his soul rest in peace. ” Sir Kay said: “Lieutenant F.A. Isaac was a gallant Army officer w…

…residential building. Confirming the incident to newsmen, the Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Fire Reform and Chairman of the Fire Services Reform, Morrof Akinwande, said the agency received a distress call from one Mr Abiodun Mayowa reporting the fire. "At exactly 20:38 hrs on Saturday, July 11, 2026, our…

…The governor made the appeal while congratulating President Bola Tinubu and Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde on the successful operation that secured the freedom of the victims, describing their unconditional release as encouraging news for the country. In a statement issued on Sunday by his spokesperson, Olawale Rashee…

By Dapo Akinrefon Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, on Saturday, expressed delight over the rescue of the Oriire school pupils and teachers just as he promised to honour the civilians and military personnel who lost their lives in the process. Read Also: Photos: Makinde meets rescued Oriire victims at military hospit…

…facility, some other members of the delegation remained outside pending the arrival of Governor Seyi Makinde and the completion of the security clearance process. Details later… The post [Updated] Delayed access to rescued Oriire victims due to routine military checks — Source appeared first on Vanguard News.

…that contributed to the success of the operation. The GOC also thanked Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and the people of the state for their sustained support to security agencies throughout the operation. He further acknowledged the support of the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu; the Minister of Defence;…

…support to the children and the teachers. A big relief for all of us — Gov Makinde Governor Seyi Makinde, who said he was overjoyed over the rescue thanked the Service commanders, the DSS, military and President Bola Tinubu saying it was “a big relief for all of us”. He also expressed gratitude to the press “for mounti…

…of Fulani Chiefs in South West Nigeria has commended President Bola Tinubu, Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and security agencies for the successful rescue of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area of the state. The council, led by its Chairman and Sarki Fulani of Lagos, Alhaji Mohammed Ab…