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Customs Command Hands Over N21.1m Worth Of Cannabis To NDLEA In Oyo

The Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted and handed over 546 wraps and 33 sacks of Cannabis Sativa valued at N21,128,260:00k to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Oyo State.This significant drug seizure marks another milestone in the ongoing battle against drug trafficking by Customs officials

EFCC Arraigns Two Suspects For Illegal Possession Of Solid Minerals In Oyo

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ilorin Zonal Command, has arraigned two persons for offenses bordering on possession of solid minerals without lawful authority.The defendants, Nura Lawal and Tunde Jimoh, were arraigned on a one-count charge before Justice Uche Agomoh of the Federal High Court sitting in Ibadan, Oyo State.While
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde Excited As Daughter Graduates From Yale University

Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde has taken to Instagram to celebrate with his daughter after she graduated from Yale University. He shared photos while posing with his daughter, Tobi and extolled her hard work and diligence over her recent achievement. Governor Seyi Makinde wrote: “Congratulations, my darling Tobi on your graduation from Yale U

Kidnapped SAN’s Sister, Seliat Raji Regains Freedom In Oyo After Six Days In Captivity

One Mrs Seliat Raji who was abducted almost a week ago in Iseyin Local Government area of Oyo State has finally been released from captivity.Seliat, who is a sister to Mr Ahmed Raji(SAN), had her residence invaded by kidnappers at Iseyin and was whisked away after disarming her security guard.Unfortunately, the security guard was later killed by t
Oyo Traditional Leader Appeals for Resolution of Five-Year Salary Arrears

Oba Adeyeye Oyerinde, the traditional ruler of Iresaadu in Surulere Local Government Area of Oyo State, has lamented over the delay in receiving his salary and other entitlements, five years after assuming office. The monarch also raised concerns about attempts to replace him with another candidate, which he believes could lead to unrest in

FRSC Confirms Seven Persons Dead In Oyo Road Crash

The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has confirmed the death of seven persons in a road accident that occurred on Ibadan-Iseyin Road, Oyo State, on Thursday.The Public Relations Officer, FRSC, Oyo Sector Command, Mr Mayowa Odewo, said in a statement that the deceased were five male adults, one female adult and one female child.Odewo said that 15 p
Police Parade Ex-Oyo Motor Park Boss, Auxiliary For Murder, Others

The police in Oyo have on Thursday, paraded former Chairman of Oyo State Park Management System (PMS), Lamidi Mukaila known as AuxiliaryAuxiliary is accused of involvement in several cases of alleged armed robbery, murder and kidnappings.He was said to have fled to avoid being arrested but the police declared him wanted.He was, however, arrested b

Two Guards Arrested In Oyo Private Varsity For R*ping Female Student

Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo State announced the arrest of two members of its vigilante group for allegedly r*ping a female student of the institutionThe management, in a statement by its Public Relations Officer, Olufemi Atoyebi, said the university had set up its own internal panel of inquiry to investigate the allegation.Atoyebi said the susp
BREAKING! Most Wanted Oyo State Transport Union Leader, Auxilliary Arrested by DSS

The Department of State Services, DSS, on Tuesday reportedly arrested the embattled chairman of the Oyo State Park Management System, Mukaila Lamidi, popularly known as Auxiliary.A top government official told Leadership that Auxilliary was arrested by operatives of the secret police Tuesday afternoon.The reason for the arrest cannot be ascertaine

Late Buhari Oloto's Wife, Alhaja Alimotu Sadia Oloto a.k.a IYA OYO Is Dead

Wife of late Alhaji Buari Oloto, the first Oba of Uguru Land, otherwise known as Aguda and CEO of Abu Oloto Investment who died in LASUTH ikeja, Lagos state has also joined him.Alhaja Alimotu Sadia Oloto a.k.a IYA OYO was reportedly died after 3 years of her husbands' death.She was a popular socialite known for her greatness in her days, howe
Oyo Nurses Threaten To Embark Indefinite Strike Over Authorities Failure To Accede To Their Request

The National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), Oyo State chapter, has threatened to embark on an indefinite strike should state authorities fail to accede to their requests.The association issued a 14-day ultimatum to the government, saying at the expiration of the deadline it will embark on strike beginning from Wednesday, 22 M

Ex-Wife Of Late Alaafin Of Oyo, Queen Dami Shares Cryptic Post About Death

Queen Dami, the estranged wife of the Late Alaafin of Oyo and mistress of controversial singer, Portable has shared cryptic post about d3athShe urged her followers to always check on their loved ones as she prayed against untimely death.She wrote; “What if one day you thought I’m just offline But actually I’m dead”.
Oyo State Government Declares Friday Half Working Day For Local Govt Election

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved the declaration of Friday, April 26, 2024, as a half-working day for all public and civil servants in the state.The declaration was made because of the forthcoming local government election in the state.The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission, OYSIEC, had earlier fixed the local government ele

ALAAFIN! Court Dismisses Oyo Mesi's Case Against Gov. Seyi Makinde, Commissioners Over Alaafin Stool Vacancy

In a recent development, the Oyo High Court, seated in Awe, Afijio Local Council of Oyo State, has dismissed a case filed by the Oyo Mesi (kingmakers) against Governor Seyi Makinde, the Commissioner for Justice and Attorney General, and the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters concerning the vacant stool of Alaafin of Oyo, cit
Four Men Kidnapped On Return From Party In Oyo State; Kidnappers Demand N200m

A chilling tale of abduction has gripped the community of Iyana Ilogbo in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State as four men remain missing after attending a party in Shaki, Oyo State.The missing men, identified as Omogbolahan Olakunle, Rafiu Oriade Jolaiya, Nurudeen Olaitan Salami, and a man simply known as Ernest, embarked on a journey

Oyo Invasion: "We’ll Wreak More Havoc If…" —Yoruba Nation Agitators Vows In Fresh Details

Yoruba Nation agitators, yesterday, threatened to cause more havoc if security agents refuse to release their members who hoisted their flag at the Oyo State House of Assembly.Recall that 21 suspected agitators and several weapons, berets, soldiers’ boots, caps, charms and other dangerous weapons were paraded by the state Police Command.The agit

'No Regret Invading Oyo Govt House' - Arrested Yoruba Nation Agitators

Arrested Yoruba Nation agitators have said they do not regret their action. Recall that the agitators were arrested after invading the Oyo State Governor’s Office and the state House of Assembly on Monday. A 55-year-old lecturer at the Federal College of Education (Special), in Oyo State, Alabi Ogundeji said he doesn't regret his action. Co

PHOTOS: Police Vows to Go After Sponsors As It Parades Yoruba Nation Agitators in Oyo State

Police in Oyo State are on the trail of sponsors of Yoruba nation agitators who invaded government secretariat in Ibadan on Saturday.The agitators invaded the Oyo State House of Assembly complex located inside the secretariat and hoisted their flag there in an attempt to take over the assembly.The Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Adebola Ha
OYO GOVERNMENT HOUSE INVASION! Late MKO Abiola's Wife, Modupe Onitiri-Abiola Declares Yoruba Secession, Forms “Yoruba Army” (Video)

In a dramatic declaration of secession from Nigeria, Ms. Modupe Onitiri Abiola, who has self-proclaimed herself as the President of the Yoruba Nation, made headlines yesterday, April 12, 2024. Ms. Abiola, the widow of the late M.K.O. Abiola, announced the establishment of the Yoruba Nation during a fervent and heavily attended rally in Lagos.Ms. M

Moment Security Officers Engaged In Gun Duel With Yoruba Nation Agitators At Oyo Govt Secretariat; 20 Suspects Arrested (Videos & Photos)

In a swift response to Saturday's reported invasion of the Oyo State House of Assembly complex by a group of individuals allegedly affiliated with the Yoruba Nation agitation movement , the police have apprehended 20 suspects in connection with the incident.According to a statement issued by the police spokesman in Oyo State, Adewale Osi
Alleged Yoruba Nation Supporters Apprehended After Oyo Govt. Secretariat Incursion (Video)

In a dramatic turn of events, security operatives have detained two individuals suspected of affiliations with the Yoruba Nation movement following their alleged involvement in the incursion of the Oyo Government Secretariat on Saturday morning.Earlier reports from TORI detailed how a group of masked individuals forcibly gained entry into the Oyo

Oyo Govt To Punish Teachers Over Illegal Fees Collection

The Chairman of the Oyo State Universal Basic Education Board, Nureni Adeniran, on Thursday, warned teachers in the state against the collection of illegal levies in public schools, saying any errant staff caught would be punishedThis is coming on the heels of reports that some errant teachers compelled pupils to pay for the ongoing second term un
‘Fake Doctor’ Adegoke Olaoluwa Remanded For Alleged Murder Of Patient In Oyo

An Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, on Monday, remanded a 45-year-old ‘fake doctor,’ Adegoke Olaoluwa, for the alleged murder of his patient, 45-year-old Adekunle BadmusOlaoluwa, from the Idi-Aro area of Ibadan, is facing one count of murder.The Magistrate, A.T. Oyediji, who did not take the defendant’s plea, ordered that

Oyo Gov. Makinde Counsels Muslims To Remember The Needy In Their Neighborhood During Ramadan

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has enjoined Muslims especially the rich ones, to remember the needy in their respective neighborhood especially during the month of Ramadan.The governor made this declaration on Sunday via a statement issued to felicitate with Muslims on the beginning of the month of Ramadan.It was reported that the crescent of
Court Hands Down Sentences To Fourteen Internet Fraudsters In Oyo State

In a decisive move against cybercrime, the Oyo State High Court in Ibadan, together with visiting Justice E.O. Osinuga from the Ogun State High Court in Abeokuta, has successfully prosecuted and sentenced fourteen individuals involved in internet fraud.According to a statement shared on the EFCC's official X handle on Friday, March 8, the con

CAC Pastor, Moses Ayantoye Re-Arraigned Over Alleged Impersonation, Forgery In Oyo

A pastor with the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Moses Ayantoye, was on Wednesday re-arraigned before an Oyo State High Court in Ibadan over allegations of impersonation, forgery and defamation.The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Ayantoye was initially arraigned on Feb. 8, 2022 on a 23-count charge bordering on forgery and impersonation

Economic Hardship: One Person Died, 5 Hospitalised After Eating ‘Amala’ In Oyo

As Nigerians groan due to hardship and hunger in the country, a family of six who reportedly ate flour prepared from cassava peels have been rushed to Ladoke Akintola Teaching Hospital in Ogbomoso.The incident which happened in Ogbomoso South/Ogo Oluwa Local Government area of Oyo State left one of the family members dead.It was gathered that a di
Three Suspects Docked By EFCC Over Alleged Hoarding Of Foreign Currencies In Oyo

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) brought charges against three individuals accused of hoarding foreign currencies and selling them at exorbitant prices without lawful authority. The suspects—Thomas Olatokunbo, Dauda Ismail, and Bello Muhammed—appeared at the Iyaganku Chief Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan, facing a five-count
Things Are Not Going As Planned – Oyo State Gov, Makinde Laments About Economic Hardship

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has declared that Nigerians are currently passing through a tough period.The governor, who spoke on Monday, insisted that things are not going the way it was planned.Makinde made these declarations while speaking during the opening of Oyo State International Trade Fair known as “EXPOYO 2024”.The governor whil
Suspected Bandits Invade Oyo Community, Kill One

The Oyo State community of Ago Are, situated in the Oke Ogun area, was reportedly invaded by armed men suspected to be bandits over the weekend. During the attack, one person was tragically killed.Confirming the incident, Adeagbo Fasasi Ademola, the Chairman of Atisbo Local Government, stated that he received prompt information about the attack. H

Oyo News, Photos and Videos

Customs Command Hands Over N21.1m Worth Of Cannabis To NDLEA In Oyo

EFCC Arraigns Two Suspects For Illegal Possession Of Solid Minerals In Oyo

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde Excited As Daughter Graduates From Yale University

Kidnapped SAN’s Sister, Seliat Raji Regains Freedom In Oyo After Six Days In Captivity

Oyo Traditional Leader Appeals for Resolution of Five-Year Salary Arrears

FRSC Confirms Seven Persons Dead In Oyo Road Crash

Police Parade Ex-Oyo Motor Park Boss, Auxiliary For Murder, Others

**Two Guards Arrested In Oyo Private Varsity For R*ping Female Student**

BREAKING! Most Wanted Oyo State Transport Union Leader, Auxilliary Arrested by DSS

Late Buhari Oloto's Wife, Alhaja Alimotu Sadia Oloto a.k.a IYA OYO Is Dead

Oyo Nurses Threaten To Embark Indefinite Strike Over Authorities Failure To Accede To Their Request

Ex-Wife Of Late Alaafin Of Oyo, Queen Dami Shares Cryptic Post About Death

Oyo State Government Declares Friday Half Working Day For Local Govt Election

ALAAFIN! Court Dismisses Oyo Mesi's Case Against Gov. Seyi Makinde, Commissioners Over Alaafin Stool Vacancy

Four Men Kidnapped On Return From Party In Oyo State; Kidnappers Demand N200m

Oyo Invasion: "We’ll Wreak More Havoc If…" —Yoruba Nation Agitators Vows In Fresh Details

'No Regret Invading Oyo Govt House' - Arrested Yoruba Nation Agitators

PHOTOS: Police Vows to Go After Sponsors As It Parades Yoruba Nation Agitators in Oyo State

OYO GOVERNMENT HOUSE INVASION! Late MKO Abiola's Wife, Modupe Onitiri-Abiola Declares Yoruba Secession, Forms “Yoruba Army” (Video)

Moment Security Officers Engaged In Gun Duel With Yoruba Nation Agitators At Oyo Govt Secretariat; 20 Suspects Arrested (Videos & Photos)

Alleged Yoruba Nation Supporters Apprehended After Oyo Govt. Secretariat Incursion (Video)

Oyo Govt To Punish Teachers Over Illegal Fees Collection

‘Fake Doctor’ Adegoke Olaoluwa Remanded For Alleged Murder Of Patient In Oyo

Oyo Gov. Makinde Counsels Muslims To Remember The Needy In Their Neighborhood During Ramadan

Court Hands Down Sentences To Fourteen Internet Fraudsters In Oyo State

CAC Pastor, Moses Ayantoye Re-Arraigned Over Alleged Impersonation, Forgery In Oyo

Economic Hardship: One Person Died, 5 Hospitalised After Eating ‘Amala’ In Oyo

Three Suspects Docked By EFCC Over Alleged Hoarding Of Foreign Currencies In Oyo

Things Are Not Going As Planned – Oyo State Gov, Makinde Laments About Economic Hardship

Suspected Bandits Invade Oyo Community, Kill One

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