Friday, July 3, 2026

Oyo State

May 19, 2026

Viral video shows residents deserting Oyo communities after mass abduction

A woman, identified as Habibat Azeez, said many residents had deserted the town.

Oriire LGA
May 19, 2026

Man, 36, arraigned over alleged assault of neighbour

The magistrate adjourned the matter until June 7 for hearing.

Court room
May 18, 2026

Oyo Abductions: Ooni urges swift security action to apprehend kidnappers

The Ooni expressed sadness over the loss of lives recorded during the incident.

Ooni and the abducted headteacher
May 18, 2026

Oyo maths teacher killed by terrorists, others held hostage: Gov Makinde

“What we know right now is that seven teachers were involved, were abducted. Unfortunately, we got a video this morning that one of the teachers,” said Mr Makinde.

Slain oyo teacher Oyedokun M.O.
May 16, 2026

IGP visits Oriire LGA, orders additional resources for victims’ rescue

He assured residents that the police had intensified coordinated search-and-rescue operations.

Tunji Disu
May 14, 2026

Police arrest suspected kidnapper in Oyo

“Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing members of the gang and bring them to justice,” he said.

Police officer
May 14, 2026

Hajj: Travel agent arraigned over alleged N10.6 million Saudi Arabia visa fraud

Mr Ibrahim alleged that the defendant obtained the sum of N10.6 million from a complainant, Dr Taofeek Abdullah.

Court room
May 14, 2026

Court dissolves 11-year-old marriage over husband’s drunkenness, irresponsibility

The court restrained the respondent from threatening, harassing or interfering in the private life of the petitioner.

Gavel used to illustrate the story
May 12, 2026

Ex-power minister Bayo Adelabu declares governorship ambition, vows to reposition Oyo

Mr Adelabu said his ambition was driven by the desire to provide visionary leadership.

Bayo Adelabu
May 12, 2026

Makinde is good presidential material: PDP Chieftain

Mr Pearse described Mr Makinde as a symbol of a new generation of leadership Nigerians were yearning for.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State