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‎Hon. Nasiru Hamzat from ward 10 has been elected as the new Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oluyole Local Government. ‎This was according to the results announced at the end of the PDP local government congress held at Methodist High School, Orita New Garage, Ibadan on Saturday. ‎The congress, which had 170 ward executive members and thirty delegates participating, was conducted by the state approved 11-man Electoral Committee headed by the Commissioner for Public Works and transport, Hon. Mojeed Mogbonjubola. Other members of the committee included House of Assembly member, Hon. Waheed Akintayo (Ilumoka); Ldr Hon. Lasun…

Ibadan, Oyo State| The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagelu Local Government Area of Oyo State successfully conducted its Local Government Congress on Saturday, 20th of September 2025— electing a new set of local executives to steer the party’s affairs for the next term. The event, held at Iyana-Offa, was marked by enthusiasm and unity among party members, signaling a renewed commitment to strengthening the PDP’s presence in the region. The congress, attended by party stalwarts and observers, saw a transparent and democratic process as members voted to elect new leaders to represent the party at the local level. The…

The Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has dismissed insinuations that he is not in support of aspirants outside Ibadan zone from becoming the next governor of Oyo State. Ladoja who made the assertion when some politicians and eminent persons from “Oke-Ogun”, Oyo North zone, paid him a courtesy visit at his Bodija Ibadan residence on Friday howeveradvised the other zones having interest in the governorship position to properly negotiate with Ibadan. He said this will allow them to take advantage of the population size of the capital city to realise their ambition. Among personalities on the entourage included a former Commissioner…

Siminalayi Fubara, governor of Rivers state, has resumed duty at the government house in Port Harcourt. Fubara returned to office on Friday following the expiration of the emergency rule imposed on the state by President Bola Tinubu on March 18. He arrived at the Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa, at 11:40 am in the company of his wife, Ngozi; his deputy, Ngozi Nma Odu; Edison Ehie, his chief of staff; and other appointees. The governor was received by former commissioners, local government chairmen, and other leaders of the state. On arrival at the government house, Fubara expressed gratitude to the people of Rivers for…

The Oyo State House of Assembly Service Commission has announced the shortlist of qualified candidates in the ongoing recruitment exercise into various positions within the Commission. In a statement signed by the Chairman of the Commission, Hon. Femi Julius Okedoyin, all shortlisted applicants are urged to log into their recruitment portal dashboards to check their examination schedule and other important details. According to the statement, the Computer-Based Test (CBT) for qualified shortlisted candidates will take place on Thursday, 25th September 2025, at the University of Ibadan Distance Learning Centre, Olode, Ibadan, at 8:00am prompt. Hon. Okedoyin emphasized the importance of…

The attention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Oyo State Chapter, has been drawn to a recent statement issued by the All Progressives Congress (APC), alleging an orchestrated plan by loyalists of His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde, to victimize Hon. Ibrahim Shittu, a member of the APC representing Saki West State Constituency. We find it imperative to respond to this false, mischievous, and ill-conceived narrative—not merely to counter the APC’s attempt to blackmail and arm-twist the legislative arm through its defective preemptive tactics, but because we owe the good people of Oyo State the truth. It is our duty to…

The Oyo State House of Assembly resumed plenary today, Tuesday, 16th September 2025, after a six-week recess, with lawmakers lauding Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration for its bold developmental strides across the state. During the session, which marked a return to full legislative business, members recounted the achievements of the executive arm during the recess, particularly in the areas of infrastructure, governance reforms, and local government development. Hon. Olajide Akintunde (AKT), representing Lagelu State Constituency, commended the successful completion of the House’s oversight visits to all the 33 local government areas in the state. He noted that the exercise provided valuable…

The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has firmly dismissed insinuations of any planned suspension, harassment, or victimisation of members of the 10th Assembly following recent political developments in the state. Speaking during the resumed plenary session on Tuesday, Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin reassured lawmakers that the leadership of the Assembly remains committed to upholding democratic principles, equity, and fairness in the conduct of legislative business. However, he cautioned that the legislative institution would not tolerate any attempt to exploit it for undue political gain. “The leadership of the OYHA understands the mandate given to…

The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin has extended warm birthday greetings to Hon. Kehinde Olatunde Taofik, the lawmaker representing Akinyele State Constituency 2 in the 10th Assembly. In a congratulatory message issued on Tuesday, the Speaker described Hon. Kehinde as a committed and passionate representative whose contributions to legislative duties and constituency engagement have been impactful and inspiring. Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin noted that Hon. Kehinde’s political journey has been defined by humility, hard work, and a deep understanding of the needs of his constituents, which he has consistently addressed through motions, oversight participation,…

The Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly and Chairman, Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has extended warm birthday greetings to Executive Chairman, Lagelu Local Government, Hon. Mudashiru Kamorudeen, and Alhaji Akeem Azeez, Personal Assistant to His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde. In a statement personally signed by the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin described both men as highly resourceful individuals whose unwavering dedication to public service and loyalty to the ideals of good governance continue to stand them out in their respective spheres. He praised Hon. Mudashiru Kamorudeen for his focused leadership at Lagelu Local…