A newly released list of members representing the 32 constituencies in the Oyo State House of Assembly has revealed a significant gender imbalance, with only three women occupying seats in the legislature. The list shows that the Assembly is overwhelmingly dominated by male lawmakers, who account for 29 of the 32 members, while women make […]
The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Oyo State Wing, has suspended its industrial action and directed all public primary and secondary school teachers across the state to resume work on Thursday. The decision followed a meeting of the union’s leadership after reviewing developments surrounding the concerns that prompted the strike, particularly the government’s response to […]
The Federal Government has announced a major reform of Nigeria’s education sector, unveiling plans to phase out the current Junior Secondary School (JSS) and Senior Secondary School (SSS) structure as part of a comprehensive overhaul of the nation’s educational system. The proposed reform seeks to replace the long-standing 6-3-3-4 system with a new framework designed […]
The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with the trading community, urging market leaders and traders across the state to sustain unity and peaceful coexistence as a catalyst for economic growth and development. The call was made during a strategic engagement between government officials and representatives of the trading community, where […]
The Oyo State Government has imposed a 10-hour curfew across Oriire and Olorunsogo Local Government Areas, as well as some affected communities within the Ogbomoso zone, in response to rising security concerns and recent incidents of kidnapping in the area. According to the directive, the curfew will be in force daily from 8:00 p.m. to […]
There was widespread relief and celebration on Friday following the successful rescue of the sister of Chief Adebayo Adelabu and her twin sons after a security operation reportedly led to a confrontation with suspected kidnappers. The victims, who were abducted earlier in the week while travelling in Ibadan, regained their freedom following a coordinated effort […]
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has called for patience and continued support from residents as efforts to secure the release of pupils and teachers abducted in Oriire Local Government Area continue. The governor made the appeal while receiving a delegation from the Nigerian Air Force during a strategic engagement focused on strengthening security collaboration […]
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, on Thursday paid a condolence and solidarity visit to former Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, following the reported abduction of his sister and her twin children by suspected gunmen in Ibadan. The governor visited Adelabu at his residence in Ibadan to personally express his concern over the unfortunate […]
The Governor of Oyo State has signed an Executive Order restricting the operation of commercial motorcycles across the state between 10:30 p.m. and 5:30 a.m. as part of renewed efforts to strengthen security and curb criminal activities. The directive, which takes immediate effect, prohibits motorcycle operators from conducting business during the specified hours, except in […]
Press Release Nigeria Association of Social Workers (NASoW), Oyo State Chapter The Nigeria Association of Social Workers (NASoW), Oyo State Chapter, has expressed deep concern over the continued abduction of teachers and pupils from Ahoro Esinle in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. It will be recalled that on Friday, May 15, 2026, armed […]