Monday, June 29, 2026

Oyo State

June 4, 2026

Show remorse, return kidnapped schoolchildren to their families, Obi begs Oyo terrorists

However, Mr Obi noted that the society “we abuse today will take its revenge on our children tomorrow”.

Peter Obi
June 3, 2026

Oyo: Gunmen attack immigration office in Ogbomoso, assault officers, steal rifle

The gunmen attacked two immigration officers at about 8:45 p.m.

Gunmen
June 3, 2026

Defendant pleads not guilty for allegedly slapping UCH security guard

The court’s President, S.M. Akintayo admitted the defendant to N50,000 bail and with two reliable sureties in like sum.

Court room
June 3, 2026

20-year-old pleads guilty to stealing iron rods

Mr Adegbenro alleged that Bashiru stole 25 full-length iron rods worth N257, 000 belonging to Green Pasture Farms, Oluyole, Ibadan.

Courtroom
June 3, 2026

Two men in court over alleged N8 million land fraud

The prosecutor alleged that the defendants knew their representation was false as they failed to provide the land but made away with the money.

Court Gavel
June 3, 2026

Gunmen kidnap ex-power minister Adelabu’s sister, nephews

The family respectfully appeals to members of the public to remain calm, avoid speculation.

Adebayo Adelabu
June 3, 2026

Oyo Abduction: Soun of Ogbomoso warns of collateral damage, urges God to pacify Oriire terrorists

“Only God can prevent unfortunate circumstances from befalling those children…. So we would all be praying that God will pacify the hearts of the abductors,” Soun of Ogbomoso said.

Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye (Orumogege III)
June 3, 2026

Private schools to shut down Friday, hold special prayers for release of Oyo teachers, students

All private schools across Oyo state are expected closed on Friday in solidarity with calls for the prompt release of the kidnapped pupils and teachers.

Technical teachers in North-West
June 2, 2026

Oyo Abduction: Man takes protest to UN Abuja office, calls for international intervention

He also addressed a letter to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, calling for intervention.

Man takes protest to UN Abuja office
June 2, 2026

Lagos assembly restates commitment to state police as teachers protest against abductions

Mr Akintoye, expressed concern over the increasing wave of kidnappings targeting schools.

Lagos protesters