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Seyi Makinde

June 25, 2026

Oyo Terrorists: Makinde extends curfew in 10 LGAs bordering old National Park by 24 hours

The state government had, on Tuesday, announced a 48-hour curfew from 4:00p.m. to 8:00a.m. 

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde (Photo Credit: Twitter)
June 23, 2026

Oyo Terrorists: Makinde declares 16-hour curfew in 10 LGAs bordering old National Park

The curfew begins on Wednesday and will run from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde (Photo Credit: Twitter)
June 23, 2026
Governor Seyi Makinde and photos of abducted teachers
June 22, 2026

Oyo residents protest as Oriire schoolchildren, teachers remain in captivity 38 days after abduction

The protest disrupted movement of road users heading towardsGbagi-Oja, Ojoo, Olodo, Gate and other adjoining locations.

protest
June 18, 2026

We’ll not participate in Oyo council poll, APC says

The APC described plans by Gov. Seyi Makinde’s administration to conduct another local government council election in December 2026 as illegal, ill-conceived, and self-serving.

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June 17, 2026

Gov Makinde demolishes Ibadan buildings used as ammunition dump, warns landlords about tenants

The Oyo state government on Tuesday demolished a residential property allegedly used by criminals as a hideout and an ammunition storage facility.

Demolished ammunition dumps
June 16, 2026

We’ll rescue abducted Oyo pupils even if I’ve to sacrifice myself, Makinde assures protesters  

The governor urged the protesters to maintain peace as the demonstration continued.

Seyi Makinde
June 15, 2026

Makinde charges new HoS, commissioners on performance, service delivery

He said their appointments were based on competence and performance. 

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde (Photo Credit: Twitter)
June 15, 2026

30 days after, teacher lies beheaded, Oyo schoolchildren languish as Tinubu, Makinde chase presidential ambition

Thirty days after the kidnapping that left one teacher beheaded, 46 students and staffers are held hostage by terrorists despite political promises from Messrs Tinubu and Makinde.

Tinubu, Makinde and Terrorists
June 12, 2026

Bandits keeping Oyo hostages in expansive National Park; govt working tirelessly to secure their freedom: Makinde

At least 46 schoolchildren, teachers, and a toddler remain in captivity after a mass abduction on May 15, 2026.

Governor Seyi Makinde and photos of abducted teachers