…Maj. Gen. Auwalu Mahmuda, has warned troops deployed to newly established formations in Oyo and Osun states against unprofessional conduct. 2 Division Mahmuda gave the warning during a visit to the newly established Headquarters 7 Brigade in Oyo and 137 Battalion in Ile-Ife, Osun State, as part of efforts to ensure the…

Mount Zion Film Productions released Agbara Nla: The Return in Nigerian cinemas on Thursday, October 1, 2026Videos of viewers speaking in tongues and singing worship songs inside cinemas began circulating on social media after its debutOne social media user described the film's impact as 'an overflow of Heaven' and urg…

The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ola Olukoyode, has said that only 60 percent of stolen funds can be recovered after they have been taken. He made this disclosure on Friday at the inauguration of the EFCC Zonal Office in Awka, Anambra State. The anti-corruption czar noted that prevent…

…on Thursday, October 1. 20 corps members travelling in commercial buses from Ibadan, Oyo State, to NYSC orientation camps in the South-East and South-South were abducted by the gunmen while travelling on the road. In a statement released, the spokesperson of the command, SP Henry Okoye, said the command in collaboratio…

…Enugu, Anambra, Delta, Imo, Sokoto, Kebbi, Jigawa, Gombe, Edo, Plateau, Ondo, Osun, Oyo and Ogun states showed fares had not changed, and in some areas had gone up. Transport unions in most of these states said they had received no CNG buses, while commercial operators pointed to high fuel prices, costly spare parts an…

…to rescue other passengers still in captivity. The buses, travelling from Ibadan, Oyo State, to Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, and Bende, Abia State, respectively, were attacked around 6:30am on Thursday at Umunoha, a location known as “No Man’s Land” in Mbaitoli Local Government Area of the state. Among those abducted were som…

…through a circular dated October 1, 2026, and signed by JNPSNC National Secretary Olowoyo Gbenga, who instructed national and state leadership to begin mobilising workers immediately and ensure the notice reached employees across the country.Nigerian workers set to strike after government fails to act on demands for ur…

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Thursday, called on citizens to appreciate the sacrifices of Nigeria’s founding heroes and remain united in the face of current challenges, regardless of religious or ethnic differences. The governor made the call during the 66th Independence Anniversary celebration held at the Leka…

…Housing & Roads: A 250-unit Renewed Hope Estate alongside major regional road corridors. OYO — Housing & Roads: A 250-unit Renewed Hope Estate and the Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road. PLATEAU — Bridges: The Shendam Bridge and associated regional transport infrastructure. RIVERS — Roads: Continued development of th…

…of its NPRDS programme in Ibadan, training 200 people and distributing 500 devices in Oyo state.A presidential aide revealed the national goal is to lift five million Nigerians out of poverty within four years through skills and entrepreneurship.The 10-day programme includes artificial intelligence training, makeup art…

…Nyabongo I was crowned king of Uganda's Tooro kingdom following the death of King Oyo, who died of cancer aged 34The succession sparked controversy after close family members claimed King Oyo left a will naming his young son as heir to the throneQueen Best Kemigisa, mother of the late king, publicly opposed the coronat…

…progress and betterment of their states.Just like Uyo is to Akwa Ibom and Ibadan is to Oyo State, the capital of Lagos State is Ikeja.Ikeja: The story of Lagos State capital. Right image for illustration purposes only. Photo Images/olasunkanmi ariyo. Ikeja Local Government, Instagram/Edward WonderImagesThe story behind…

…while reacting to the disruption of a PDP campaign gathering at Ward 16, Trailer Park, Soyooye area of Abeokuta North Local Government Area. According to her, she had seen videos circulating online showing men, some of them masked and allegedly armed with cutlasses, dismantling campaign canopies and attacking people at…

The Judicial Commission of Inquiry set up by the Oyo State Government to investigate the abduction of students and teachers at Esinele and Yawota communities, Oriire Local Government Area, is expected to submit its report today. The Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, disclosed this in a statement made…

…By Adeola Badru IBADAN — The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Oyo State, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, has directed the party’s grassroots mobilisation machinery to commence full-scale operations ahead of the 2027 general elections. Alli said the party was strategically positioned to win the presid…

…doctors at the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, Oyo State, have entered the 32nd day of their industrial action over welfare-related issues. The Association of Resident Doctors, LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, said its demands included the implementation of the Professional All…

…years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues.Ibadan, Oyo State - Prof. Abiodun Bankole, a former Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences at the University of Ibadan (UI), has pushed back against the growing narrative that Nigerian graduates are unemployable, arguing t…

…sang along, clearly moved by the performance.Documenting the moment on Instagram, Soyoyotv wrote: "At Olojo Festival 2026, His Imperial Majesty, the Ooni of Ife, honored The Apala President, @musiliubabatunde with a brand-new Jeep. After six years, this remarkable royal gift marks another unforgettable milestone in his…

…the programme, disclosed this on Monday in Ibadan at the commencement of the programme’s Oyo State phase, which will run from September 28 to October 9. She said the training is part of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to empowering Nigerians through technical, vocational and entrepreneurial education. Arogundade sai…

…of its NPRDS programme in Ibadan, training 200 people and distributing 500 devices in Oyo stateA presidential aide revealed the national goal is to lift five million Nigerians out of poverty within four years through skills and entrepreneurshipThe 10-day programme includes artificial intelligence training, makeup artis…

…Miss Akwa Ibom Miss Amity: Miss Ekiti Best Evening Dress: Miss Edo Top Model: Miss Oyo Best National Costume: Miss Osun Best Talent: Miss Ogun President of the Silverbird Group and National Director of Miss Universe Nigeria, Guy Murray-Bruce, crowned Adewusi at the end of the ceremony. Adewusi will represent Nigeria at…

…the inferno. Preliminary investigations revealed that the driver of an unregistered Toyota 4Runner Jeep was allegedly driving against traffic when he lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the gas plant. “The driver and occupants of the vehicle fled the scene immediately,” the Police said in a statement issued by…

Investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo has warned Nigerians seeking to escape economic hardship through irregular migration that they could encounter more difficult conditions in Libya. Soyombo, who is also the founder of Foundation for Investigative Journalism, spoke during an interview on ARISE News on Sunday while…

…Police team revealed that the fire outbreak was caused by the driver of an unregistered Toyota 4Runner Jeep, who was driving against traffic (one-way). “The driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle and crashed into the nearby cooking gas plant, causing an explosion which engulfed nearby shops and other properties.…

Nollywood actor Ricardo Agbor has survived a car crash in Ibadan, Oyo State. Agbor announced the incident on Saturday in a video posted on his Instagram page, showing his badly damaged vehicle at the scene of the crash. The silver Lexus SUV was seen with extensive damage to its front, including a crushed bonnet, smashe…