The Oyo State Government has reassured farmers and residents of Ijaiye and surrounding communities that the proposed Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) and the Rungis-styled Food Wholesale Market will significantly transform agriculture and boost agribusiness across the state. At a stakeholder engagement held on Wednesday in Atan-Ijaiye, the government declared that the initiative, backed by…
A member representing Ijebu East in the Ogun State House of Assembly, Hon. Waliu Ifedolapo, has appealed for calm and restraint among residents following the tragic death of a 50-year-old farmer, Musa Kalamu, who was reportedly killed by a herd of elephants in the Itasin community of Ogbere, Ogun State. The shocking incident, which occurred……
…Says Ongoing Redevelopment Is Transparent, Based on Stakeholder Agreement The Oyo State Government has firmly dismissed recent allegations that it has replaced the car park at the Bola Ige International Business Complex, popularly known as Gbagi Market, with new shops and extorted money from traders in the process. The government described the claims initially published…
The Founder of One Love Family and Living Perfect Master, Satguru Maharaj Ji has called for the resignation of Vice-President, Kashim Shettima over his comment on the unconstitutionality of the Federal Government’s declaration of emergency rule on Rivers State. It would be recalled that, President Bola Tinubu on March 18,2025 declared a state of emergency…
Former governor of Oyo State and the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, has assured that there will be no delay in filling vacant positions in the Olubadan traditional chieftaincy line following the passing of the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin. Speaking with journalists on his return to Ibadan, Ladoja confirmed he…
The 13th branch of the fast-growing Ace Mall chain is set to officially open in Sagamu, Ogun State, with a grand ceremony slated for Saturday, August 2, 2025. The new outlet, located along Oba Erinwole Road, adds fresh momentum to the brand’s mission of expanding modern retail and leisure services across Nigeria. Equipped with a…
The Oyo State Government has sealed 15 veterinary outlets and confiscated goods worth millions of naira for violating provisions of the Oyo State Private Veterinary Premises and Veterinary Establishment (Regulation) Law, 2017. The enforcement exercise, carried out by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, followed routine inspections within Ibadan metropolis revealed that the affected…
Sir Adeyemo Alakija (1884–1952) stands out as one of Nigeria’s most influential figures during the British colonial era—a distinguished lawyer, politician, businessman, and patriarch of a family that continues to impact Nigeria’s economic and social landscape. A Noble BeginningBorn into a Yoruba family in 1884, the name “Alakija” carries cultural and historical weight, meaning “Title……
In the heat of the 2019 election campaign, I had the rare privilege of attending a series of press briefings and media engagements addressed by Engineer Seyi Makinde at Omituntun House, Iwo Road, Ibadan. These sessions were coordinated by Alhaji Akeem Azeez, a colleague in the media industry. While most journalists focused on the political…
In a historic outing at the 14th African Armwrestling Championship held in Abuja, the Oyo State Armwrestling Team made Nigeria proud with an astonishing medal haul and a standout performances that shook the continent. Representing Nigeria, the team delivered a total of 30 medals — 9 gold, 9 silver, and 12 bronze across various left-hand…
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