Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Ibadan

July 20, 2026

Oyo govt launches digital land survey plan registry

The Oyo government launched the Digital Land Survey Plan Registry to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability in land administration.

Seyi Makinde
July 15, 2026

National parks chief hails Tinubu, Makinde for rescue of abducted Oyo students

Ibrahim Goni, the conservator-general of the National Park Service, has commended President Bola Tinubu for the rescue of pupils and teachers abducted in the Oriire council area.

Released Oyo hostages
July 15, 2026

Police say three alleged vandals nabbed, multimillion-naira rail tracks recovered

The police command in Oyo state arrested three suspects in connection with the vandalism and theft of railway tracks valued at N200 million.

police
July 15, 2026

Oyo Terrorists: ASNAT hails Oriire schoolchildren’s military rescue operation

The Association of Nigerian Artisans and Technicians has commended President Bola Tinubu and the Nigerian military for rescuing abducted schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo state.

Released Oyo hostages
July 14, 2026

Ibadan: Kidnapped Oyo headmaster freed, police say

Mr Owoade, headmaster of Nomadic Basic School, Ogodu, Igbojaye, was kidnapped by gunmen while working on his farm at about 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.

Owoade Mathew
July 13, 2026

Makinde seeks UN, global rights bodies’ probe of Oyo school abduction

Mr Makinde’s call on international organisations to probe the abduction came days after he linked the abduction to his 2027 presidential ambition.

July 13, 2026

Makinde charges Oyo commissioners to stay committed as administration enters final lap

Mr Makinde urged government appointees to prioritise legacy over tenure, citing the late Obafemi Awolowo as an example.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State
July 13, 2026

Oyo police arrest man, recover pistol, drugs

The police said the investigation is ongoing, with efforts intensified to identify, track, and apprehend the fleeing suspects.

Police Officer
July 13, 2026

Police begin search for abducted Oyo farmer

Mr Olayinka said the victim was abducted on his farm and not within the premises of any school.

July 13, 2026

Ibadan: NUT appeals for rescue of Oyo headmaster kidnapped on Saturday

The Nigeria Union of Teachers has expressed concern over the abduction of a primary school headmaster in Itesiwaju council area, calling for his immediate rescue.

Seyi Makinde