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Makinde: Oyo’s Investment in Tourism Is Paying Off … Commissions KAP Film Village & Resort in Igbojaye

Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has affirmed that his administration’s commitment to expanding the state’s economy through tourism is yielding results. Speaking on Saturday during the commissioning of Kunle Afolayan Productions’ Film Village and Resort in Igbojaye, the governor said the initiative marks a major milestone in the state’s tourism development. He described the project…

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FUOYE clears air on demise of student

The attention of the Directorate of Health Services,Federal University,OYE-EKITI has been drawn to the erroneous publication on different social media handles, concerning the unfortunate incident that occurred in the University on Tuesday, the 8th day of April, 2025, that resulted in the death of our dearly beloved Student, of the Department of Plant Science and…

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Oyo Govt Sets Standard Borehole Drilling Fee Per Meter

The Oyo State Government has established standardized regulations and fixed a control price of ₦14,000 per meter for the drilling of groundwater abstraction, commonly known as borehole drinking water, across the state. The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Arc. Abdulmojeed Mogbonjubola, disclosed this during an interactive meeting between the Ministry and stakeholders in groundwater…

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Senator Alli illuminates Ibarapa with solar streetlights

By Akeem Abas Residents of Ibarapa zone in Oyo South now enjoy improved night mobility, thanks to solar-powered streetlights installed by Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC–Oyo South) across three local governments. The solar project aims to enhance safety, stimulate local economies, and address infrastructure needs in Ibarapa Central, Ibarapa North, and Ibarapa East, covering several wards…

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Girls’ Education, Women Empowerment Crucial For Development – Titilayomi Ahmadu Tasks Alaafin

…..Felicitates Senator Sunmonu on Birthday A female entrepreneur and Founder of Women’s Organization of Resources, Knowledge and Skills (W.O.R.K.S), Mrs Titilayomi Ahmadu has called on the new Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade to focus on campaigning for girl-child education and women empowerment in Yorubaland. Ahmadu, who is a member of the Ladoke Akintola…

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OLUBADAN ADVISORY COUNCIL REINSTATES MOGAJI AKINSOLA

OLUBADAN PALACE PRESS RELEASE The Olubadan Advisory Council has officially reinstated Chief Sulaiman Olawale Oladoja Akinsola as the Mogaji of Akinsola Family Compound, Labiran Area, Ibadan. This development was confirmed in a statement issued by the Olubadan Palace earlier today. The statement quoted the letter of reinstatement signed by the Clerk to the Olubadan Advisory…

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‘We Know You Will Not Let Yorubas Down,” ICIR Felicitates Alaafin

Members of International Council for Ifa Religion (ICIR) have congratulated the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade who was coronated on Saturday as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo. The Council urged him to use all means available to protect the sanctity of Yoruba’s cultural and traditional values, so as to uphold the global respect…

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Oyo Former Commissioner Pays Tribute to Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo

A former Oyo State Commissioner for Finance, Waheed Akinlabi Folaranmi Akanbi, has paid glowing tribute to the late Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo, describing him as a towering intellect and a visionary leader whose legacy will endure through generations. In a heartfelt statement, Mr. Akanbi extolled Dr. Olunloyo’s academic and professional journey, highlighting his pioneering contributions…

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End of an Era: Former Oyo Governor Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo Dies at 89

Nigeria has lost one of its most distinguished elder statesmen and intellectuals, Dr. Victor Omololu Sowemimo Olunloyo, who passed away just days short of his 90th birthday. The death of Olunloyo was mourned by Lanre Ogundipe, former President of the Nigeria and African Union of Journalists, in a heartfelt statement titled “Molete Bridge Is Down.”…

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Adeojo’s demise is a national loss, not only the state— Gbolarumi

The former Deputy Governor and PDP Chieftain in Oyo State, His Excellency Barrister Hazeem Gbolarumi has expressed grief over the death of Alhaji Yekini Ayoade Adeojo, Sheriki Musulumi of Youruba land, who died earlier yesterday, said his demise is a national loss. In a condolence message, through his Spokesman, Olaniyi Stephen, immediately after his condolence…

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