BREAKING: Makinde declares 16-hour curfew in 10 local government areas
By Rahman Taofeeq, Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has approved the declaration of a 16-hour curfew in 10 local government areas of the state. According to a memo issued by…
Just In: Oyo LG Election: OYSIEC Distributes Guidelines, Sets Primaries for June 29 to July 27
The Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC), led by its Chairman, Dr. Afeez Adeniyi, on Thursday, held an interactive meeting with representatives of registered political parties in Oyo state as…
I’m ready to risk my life to secure release of Oriire abductees — Makinde
By Rahman Taofeeq, Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared his readiness to make any sacrifice, including risking his own life, to secure the release of pupils and teachers abducted…
Oyo Govt demolishes building used as criminal hideout, arms storehouse(photos)
By Rahman Taofeeq, As part of its ongoing efforts to combat crime, curb kidnapping and ensure safety of lives and properties of all and sundry, Oyo State Government has demolished…
Hijrah: Like King Najashi, like Governor Makinde ||•By Sulaimon Olanrewaju
Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) testimony about Najashi, the Christian King of Abyssinia (modern-day Ethiopia and Eritrea), was the crowning glory of his eventful reign. The Holy Prophet (PBUH), who was experiencing…
Just In: Makinde Reshuffles Cabinet, Swears in New Head of Service, Two Commissioners
The Oyo State Governor, engineer Seyi Makinde, has sworn in the newly appointed Head of Service, Dr. Adenike Fasina, alongside two Commissioners, Dr. Idowu Oyeleke and Barrister Ayobami Ojo, at…
Makinde felicitates Muslims on Hijrah 1448
By Rahman Taofeeq, Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared Tuesday, 16 June, 2026, as a work-free day in the state in commemoration of the new Islamic Calendar Year, Hijrah…
Oriire abductions: Bauchi gov visits Makinde, canvasses security architecture rejig
By Rahman Taofeeq, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, on Sunday, visited Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, at his private residence in Ibadan, to sympathise with the people and government…
We’ll rescue your sister, nephews, Makinde assures Adelabu during visit
By Rahman Taofeeq, Oyo State Governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, assured the immediate past Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, that the government is working hard to rescue his kidnapped…
BREAKING: Makinde Bans Okada Movement From 10:30 pm to 5:30 am
Oyo State Governor, engineer Seyi Makinde has signed Executive Order No. 002 of 2026 to strengthen security, enforce vehicle registration regulations and improve traffic management across the state. The…