Crime

Suspected Destitute Arrested With NIN, ATM Cards

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By Jeffrey Ahonmisi

A suspected destitute who identified himself as Yunusa Oguntola has been apprehended on Oba Adebimpe Road, Dugbe, Ibadan, with various incriminating items, including National Identification Numbers, NIN, slips and Automated Teller Machine, ATM cards belonging to unidentified persons.

An eyewitness, who pleaded anonymity, said he raised the alarm after noticing the suspect sitting opposite the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, office in Dugbe Ibadan, with a suspicious sack.

He said he alerted people around the area, leading to the suspect being accosted.According to the eyewitness, when the contents of the sack were examined, several items were discovered, including six mobile phones, clothes, ATM cards from various banks, a torchlight, charms, NIN slips, a police identity card, a screwdriver, a padlock, a duvet, and an undisclosed amount of cash.

he suspect, who claimed to be a beggar, said he usually comes to Oba Adebimpe Road from Ita Baale Olugbode area of Ibadan to solicit alms.

He also claimed that he bought two of the new phones for personal use.

The visibly unkempt suspect, who appeared elderly, was dressed in a dirty Ankara outfit at the time of his arrest.

Men of the Oyo State Police Command, Eleyele, Ibadan, were later alerted and the suspect was whisked away for further interrogation and possible prosecution.

Edited by Maxwell Oyekunle

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Politics

Ex-Lawmaker Calls for Mass E-registration in Oyo

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By Olawale Asake

Director, Public Affairs and Family Assistance, Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau, NSIB, Hon. Bimbo Olawumi Oladeji has called on members of the All Progressives Congress, APC, supporters, and democrats in Oyo State to participate actively in the ongoing nationwide E-Membership Registration and Revalidation Exercise of the party.

Hon. Oladeji who made the call in a statement issued in Ogbomoso, maintained that, the exercise is being conducted across all the 36 States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, as politics they say, is a game of numbers. 

According to her, the ongoing electronic registration and re-validation exercise is one of the major milestones in the efforts of the APC to strengthen its internal structures and cohesion through adoption of a modern, secure, and transparent digital membership system designed to update its membership database. 

“Our Party membership registration is opened to all Nigerians who have attained the age of 18 years and above, and must also possess a valid National Identification Number, NIN.” the statement adds. 

Hon. Oladeji who is a grassroots mobiliser, further reaffirmed the party’s commitment to grassroots mobilisation and development, noting that the electronic membership drive would enhance proper coordination of all members at the Ward, Local Government, State, and National levels. 

“I  particularly urge all members and supporters of APC in Ogbomosoland and Oyo State as a whole to kindly make use of this golden opportunity and actively participate in the growth of the Party, which will thereby add to the numerical strength of our great Party, APC”. Hon Oladeji said. 

The Ogbomoso-born Politician, however, expressed confidence in the leadership of the Party under the National Leader whom she addressed as National Reformer, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Oyo State Leaders of APC led by the State Chairman, Alhaji Olayide Abas.

Edited by Taiwo Akinola

Religion

Christmas Services Witness Sparse Attendance in Ibadan

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By Moyinoluwa Afolabi / Olalekan Olayiwola / Bunmi Agboola / Jeffrey Ahonmisi / Fasilat Lawal / Rotimi Famakin

A low turnout of worshippers was recorded across several churches in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, as Christians celebrated Christmas to mark the birth of Jesus Christ.

Correspondents who monitored churches across the Ibadan metropolis observed that some churches, which had earlier held carol services, were not opened on Christmas Day.

Many churches visited were either sparsely filled or completely shut.

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In churches where services were held, Christmas-themed songs reflecting the spirit of the season were rendered.

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At Saint John’s Anglican Church, Igbo-Oloyin, and the World Reconciliation Bible Church, Okefunfun, in Akinyele Local Government Area, worshippers were few, while sermons focused on the significance of Christ’s birth.

A similar situation was observed at the Methodist Church Nigeria, Diocese of Agodi, Ibadan, where the Bishop, The Right Reverend Simeon Onaleke, urged Nigerians to live in peace regardless of religion or ethnicity.

Bishop Onaleke called for amicable resolution of conflicts threatening national peace.

In a sermon titled “Peace on Earth,” he urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to prioritise the protection of lives and property.

He also advised the government to address citizens’ hardships and penalise perpetrators of violence.

The Senior Pastor, Light House Christians International Centre, Samonda, Reverend Yemi Aduloju, said genuine love, if embraced by leaders and citizens, would resolve Nigeria’s challenges.

At the Potters’ House Baptist Church, Alase, Moniya, the Pastor-in-Charge, Reverend Dr Taiwo Akintola, said Jesus Christ came for the salvation of humanity.

Dr Akintola urged Christians to avoid sin, warning that it attracts divine wrath.

Christmas hymns filled the atmosphere at St. Mary’s Anglican Church, Oluyole, and the Ojoo District of the Gospel Faith Mission International, Ibadan.

In an interview, the District Pastor, Gospel Faith Mission International, Dr Michael Abioye, called on government to improve security and infrastructure.

The Priest-in-Charge, St. Mary’s Anglican Church, The Venerable Yemi Alade, urged Christians to live by Christ’s teachings of love, humility and selfless service.

He also called on governments at all levels to fullfil campaign promises, stressing that good governance is vital to national development.

The Venerable Alade admonished political leaders to remain humble and prioritize policies that uplift the less privileged.

Some worshippers attributed the low turnout to residents traveling to their hometowns for the yuletide holidays.

Edited by Maxwell Oyekunle & Taiwo Akinola

Infrastructure

Ibadan Property Owners Protest against Proposed Road Expansion

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Some property owners from six local government areas of Ibadan on Tuesday, staged a peaceful protest at the Oyo State Secretariat, urging the government to reconsider the proposed expansion of Ibadan Circular Road corridor beyond the approved 150 meters.

The protesters, drawn from Akinyele, Oluyole, Egbeda, Lagelu, Ona-Ara and Ido Local Government Areas, carried placards with inscriptions “We are begging Governor Makinde,” We are appealing to the state government to halt the planned expansion.

The Coordinator and Secretary of the Ibadan Circular Road Communities Representatives, Niyi Fasoye, appealed to Governor Seyi Makinde to honour his 2024 promise that no houses would be demolished.

One of the protesters, a landlady, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Fijabi, who said the road was a good development, enjoined Governor Makinde to execute the project within the original boundaries.

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News

Students Protest Hardship by Dangote/PENGASSAN Faceoff

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By Temidayo Adu

Students of tertiary institutions in the southwest states took to the streets of Ibadan to protest the hardship caused by the face-off between Dangote Refinery and the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria, PENGASSAN, in Ibadan.
The students under the umbrella body of Coalition of Yoruba Students and Youth Movement, grounded vehicular movement at Iwo Road axis as they chanted solidarity songs with placards bearing different inscriptions from Iwo Road to the governor’s office, where they submitted a position paper on their agitation.

The inscriptions included, Stop Sabotaging Fuel Supply in Nigeria, Let the Masses Breathe, Stop Holding Nigeria Hostage – Free Dangote, and Don’t Kill Dangote Refinery.

The convener, Coalition of Yoruba Students and Youth Movement, Adekunle Adeniyi, lamented the sudden hike in the prices of fuel and gas due to victimisation of Dangote Refinery.

He urged all leaders in the southwest to rise against any act of sabotage in the system.

The National President, National Association of Oodua Students, NAOS, Mr. Benedict Olalere, appealed to President Bola Tinubu to protect the refinery which according to him is the pride of Africa and a symbol of industrial revolution.

Receiving the position paper from the students at the entrance of the Oyo State Secretariat, Executive Assistant to the Governor on Security, Mr Sunday Odukoya, commended the peaceful conduct of the protesting students and promised to deliver their message to the governor.

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Politics

Makinde Primes PDP Excos for 2027 Conquest

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By Iyabo Adebisi

Oyo State Governor,Engineer Seyi Makinde has challenged the newly elected executive members of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) in the state to ensure that the party wins all political seats in the 2027 general election. 

He threw the challenge at the party’s congress held at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex in Ibadan.

‎The Governor described the exercise as a process to ensure that the PDP remained in power beyond 2027.

He charged party members to give the new executive members their support to deliver the offices of the presidency to the least political office for the party. 

‎Governor Makinde prayed that the party would not labor in vain and gave assuramce that every member of the party of dividends of democracy.

‎Earlier, the Chairman of the Electoral Panel Committee, Senator Austin Akobundu, had urged delegates to cooperate with the arrangements. 

‎A total of 4,050 delegates across the state participated in the congress, of which elected executive members are to run the affairs of the party for the next four years.

Mr Dayo Ogungbero was elected as the chairman, Vice Chairman, Alhaji Wasiu Adeleke while Mr Oyelami Joel emerged as the Secretary.

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Religion

Most Reverend Abegunrin Lauds Oba Ladoja at Coronation Thanksgiving

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By Olawale Asake/ Adebukola Aluko

For the congregation in Catholic Archdiocese of Ibadan, Church of Ascension, Bodija, Ibadan, Sunday, 28 September, 2025, can be considered exceptional.

The coronation thanksgiving mass of His Imperial Majesty, Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja was held in the Archdiocese.

The Olubadan, his Oloris, Rashidat, Abibat and Bukola Ladoja were in the Church with members of the family, Olubadan in Council, Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes, CCII and well wishers for the epoch making event.

In a congratulatory message, the Archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese .of Ibadan, His Grace, Most Reverend Gabriel Abegunrin said, the historic milestones of Oba Ladoja was an eloquent testimony of the unfailing providence of the Almighty God who bestowed strength on him.

He prayed that God would continue to bless Oba Ladoja with good health and divine guidance to rule with justice, compassion and courage as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.

Also in attendance was Archbishop Emeritus of Ibadan Archdiocese, Most Reverend Felix Alaba-Job.

Oba Rashidi Ladoja had on Friday 26th September 2025, received Staff of Office as Olubadan of Ibadanland from the Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde in a ceremony graced by President Bola Tinubu and other eminent Nigerians including indigenes and non indigene of Ibadan at the Mapo Hall.

Culture

Obi Pays Congratulatory Visit to Olubadan-designate

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By Olawale Asake

A former Governor of Anambra State and 2023 Presidential Candidate of Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi has paid a congratulatory visit to the Olubadan-designate, Oba Rashidi Ladoja in Ibadan, Oyo State. 

While speaking during the visit at the private residence of Oba Ladoja, the former Presidential candidate said, his visit was to congratulate the former Governor of Oyo State as the next 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, saying the Monarch will use his wealth of experience to further develop Ibadanland. 

Addressing the gathering, Oba Ladoja maintained that, the Olubadan throne would further make him to serve humanity.

The former governor while addressing the gathering, enjoined Mogajis (family heads), to go back to their ancestral compounds in order to mentor and assist younger generations.

Ladoja noted that, he is leading by example by renovating his family compound in Isale Osi in Ibadan South West LGA.

He added that, he sees his appointment as Olubadan of Ibadanland as another opportunity to serve humanity.

According to him, many people erroneously believed that the throne is for glamour, whereas time of glamour is gone and now it is about service.

The 44th Olubadan added that he has told the family heads, popularly known as Mogajis to go back to their ancestral homes to mentor generations of young elements, that they can become whatever God wants them to be even from their environment.

Oba Ladoja appreciated Mr Peter Obi and his entourage for the visit.

News

200 Women Benefit from Digital Literacy Programme in Ibadan

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By Iyabo Adebisi

A Non- Governmental Organisation, She Code Africa has trained over 200 women in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital in the digital literacy programme to bridge literacy gap, give access to education, jobs, and entrepreneurship.

The training organised by She Code Africa, sponsored HP was held at the Atanda, CBT centre, Ibadan. 

Speaking with newsmen at the end of the training, the Programme Associate of She Code Africa, Miss Maryann Okoye explained that the training focuses on the use of computer by beginners, operation of  smart-phones,  internet skills, online safety, and practical technology applications for school, work, and business.

Miss Okoye said the participants whose age ranges between 16 and 35  years from underserved communities are better equipped in the technological world

Two of the participants Olaojo Titilola and Adeleke Folasade while thanking She Code Africa for the initiative described the digital literacy program as educating and informing. 

She code Africa also partnered Oyo state ministry of Women Affairs and Social Inclusion as well as Women Safe House Sustenance Initiative in the two weeks digital literacy programme. 

It would be recalled that the Digital literacy Programme by She Code Africa begun on 22nd August. 

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Education

Prepare ahead of school resumption – Kayrom Lee Advises Parents

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By Olawale Asake

An Entrepreneur, Mrs Romoke Ayinde, popularly known as Kayrom Lee, has called on parents and guardians to immediately commence preparation ahead of their children or wards’ resumption for the new academic session, if they have not begun.

Mrs Ayinde made the call while speaking with Radio Nigeria in Ibadan, on the preparation ahead of the 2025/2026 Session slated to begin in September 2025.

She noted that, it is important for parents to fully equip their children for both mental and physical alertness before their resumption.

The philanthropist noted that the present economic reality in the country tends to make prices of school materials unpredictable towards resumption, urging parents to begin preparation immediately to avoid a last-minute rush.

Mrs Ayinde, who is also the Chief Executive Officer, Kayrom Lee Gym and Fitness Centre, Ibadan and Founder, Imperial Initiative For Human Development, advised parents to prioritize their health and that of their children by visiting professionals for check ups and necessary advice before resumption.

She, however, appealed to the government at all levels to address the current economic challenges in Nigeria, to make life more comfortable for the masses.

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Religion

Families must stay resilient to succeed – Cleric Advises Nigerians

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By Taiwo Akinola

Regardless of the challenges facing individuals, families must stay strong, stand together and not give up to succeed.

This was the submission of Pastor Bisi Ladokun, Global Harvest Church, Outer Ring Road, Akala Expressway, Ibadan, during Sunday’s sermon.

Pastor Ladokun said it was expedient for everyone to go extra mile in their relationships and daily activities, to achieve all-around success.

She noted that, good relationship with people, families and friends would have a positive effect on the nation.

Pastor Ladokun emphasised seeking God always and encouraging the bond of unity to grow as a family.

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News

Fake News: A Threat to Societal Peace and Progress:

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By Sola Agboola

Media Organizations must ensure they desist from spreading fake news to enable them maintain their integrity and retain people’s confidence.

The Group Managing Director of Ibadan Media Academy, Mr Yemi Sounde made the submission while delivering a Lecture on ‘” Fake News and Media Integrity” organized by the Department of Mass Communication Dominican University, Ibadan on the consequences of “Fake News” which cannot be over emphasized.

“ Fake News Eliminates Public Trust Fake news makes the public to lose confidence in the media.

Subsequent stories published or broadcast are received with disbelief.

It makes it extremely difficult for people to trust the media.

Dangers of Fake News constitute a “Threat to Peace and Stability in the Society”, Fake news can determine the course of public discourse in such a way that it can lead to chaos and instability”.

Mr Sounde who is the Founder of Yes Academy urged the media to always maintain ethical standards in the discharge of their professional duties by making accuracy, fairness, accountability and transparency their guiding principles, saying media organizations should properly fact check their stories and get their information from credible and reliable sources.

The Media Professional said with the emergence of the new media which has no regard for ethical rules and professional standard in information dissemination, it was pertinent for media organizations to maintain integrity in their practice, whether in the new or traditional media through professional discipline.

“ The rules and ethical guidelines of the job must be strictly adhered to.

More importantly, individual practitioner’s dispositions to the job has a lot to do with the issue of integrity.
Your conscience matters.

What does it tell you to do?

To present the truth as you create and provide content, or to send out falsehood in pursuant and fulfillment of personal interests? Integrity of the media depends to a very large extent on the integrity of the practitioners”.

Mr Sounde who frowned at a situation whereby the cankerworm of fake news has shattered many homes and marriages , political unrest and even preventable deaths decried the enthusiasm of some journalists for breaking news which often lead to publishing of unverified stories.

In an address on the occasion, a Legal Practitioner , Mr James Ajibola called on the media professionals to always verify their stories before publishing to avoid negative results.

Mr Ajibola also suggested stiffer penalties for any journalist found culpable in the disinformation, misinformation and malformation of news.

Earlier the Head of Department of Mass Communication, Dominican University, Ibadan, Dr Ifeanyi Onyike said the Lecture was part of the Institution’s commitment to educate the society about the dangers of fake news and correct the media practitioners on the need to abide by their ethical standards.

Dr Onyike attributed the causes of fake news among some journalists to irregular payment of salaries, poverty and inadequate training.

The Lecture which was one in the series organized by the department of Mass Communication had in attendance many academics and media personalities including former Director New Media, Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Pastor Dare Olorunfemi and former Controller Programmes, FRCN Positive FM Akure Mr Kayode Joseph.

News

Rainstorm Razes Building Under Construction

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By Jeffery Ahonmisi

A building under construction allegedly owned by a popular fast food outlet has collapsed at the Dugbe area of Ibadan.

According to some witnesses who did not want their names mentioned, the building collapsed around nine o’clock in the evening on Sunday.

The witnesses also said the rainstorm of last Sunday night may have caused the building undergoing construction to collapse.

The witnesses said no life was lost as nobody was working on the building site when it collapsed.

In the meantime, the collapsed building, which fell on the Dugbe Mokola road, beside Bovas filling station, had prompted authorities to block the section leading to Mokola.

It was observed that both motorists going and coming from Mokola to Dugbe were directed to use only one section of the road.

Also at the scene of the collapsed building to ensure orderliness were personnel of the Nigeria police, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, the Nigerian Red Cross, Oyo State Traffic Management Authority, OYRTMA 

At the time of filing this report, construction workers are vigorously working at the site to pull down the rubble from the collapsed building.

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Religion

Easter: reflect on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ – Cleric

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By Olawale Asake

There is Divine Power in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is enough for Christians who believe in him to enjoy the power of provision, fulfilment and restoration in life.

Evangelist Adeola Oluwajube of Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Ori Oke Aanu District Headquarters, Ojoo, Ibadan, Oyo State, stated this during the Easter Sunday Service in the Church. 

Evangelist Oluwajube maintained that Christians should know that, without Jesus Christ, glory, marriage and spiritual life would amount to nothing, stressing that there is the power of resurrection for those who stand firm in the Word.

He urged believers to strengthen their spiritual life and guard it from anything that can weaken it, which he said could affect every other thing.

On his part, the District Superintendent of the Church, Pastor Isaiah Alade, popularly known as Omo Woli, who encouraged people to hold on to God in every situation, prayed that the power of resurrection would meet them at every point of their needs.

Pastor Alade, however, urged Nigerians to see Easter as a moment to reflect on the sacrifice that Jesus Christ made for the salvation of mankind, calling on them to show genuine love and care to one another.

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Lifestyle

Daramola Takes Over as Premier FM Boss

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By Olaitan Oye-Adeitan

A seasoned broadcast journalist and Assistant Director, News and Current Affairs Division of the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mrs Olutola Daramola has been appointed as the Overseer of Radio Nigeria Premier FM, Ibadan.

With over two decades of comprehensive experience, Mrs Daramola has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive organizational success through strategic vision, innovative ideas and effective team management in broadcasting, journalism, and leadership.

She is noted for her forthrightness, doggedness and commitment to excellence.

Her appointment was based on her sterling qualities and the grace of God.

The Zonal Director, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal station, Mr. Dominic Mokikan presented her officially to staff of the station.

Until her present position, Mrs. Daramola was the Head of News, Premier FM, Radio Nigeria Ibadan Zonal Station.

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Religion

Cleric Tasks Christians on Perseverance

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By Fasilat Lawal

Christians are urged to imbibe the spirit of perseverance, sacrifice and harmony as exemplified by Jesus Christ.

Reverend Father Emmanuel Adebisi of St.Theresa Minor Seminary, Oke Are, gave the charge while delivering a homily at St. Ignatius of Loyola, Catholic Archdiocese of Ibadan, Old Ife Road, Agodi Ibadan, Oyo State, at the mass to celebrate Palm Sunday.

The Reverend Father said Palm Sunday was a day when Christians reflect on their lives and strengthen their faith in the Lord.

He maintained that Jesus Christ did not enter Jerusalem on a horse as a warrior, but on a donkey, which was a symbol of peace and humility. 

The cleric enjoined the congregants to believe in hope, which the day also signifies, assuring the people that challenges confronting the country would be overcome. 

He appealed to the political office holders not to betray the trust and confidence imposed on them by citizens who elected them into power, but to work for their well-being.

Earlier, during a procession, the worshippers held palm leaves to symbolise Jesus’ triumphant entrance into Jerusalem. 

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Energy

Ministry Intervenes in IBEDC Workers Crisis

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By Bunmi Agboola

Dispute between the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) as well as the Premier International Procurement Logistics Limited (PIPLL), has taken a new turn, with the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment calling for more dialogue between the aggrieved parties for peace to reign.

During a meeting with the aggrieved parties at the Ministry of Labour and Employment in Oyo State, Mr Festus Igbinosa said IBEDC, NLC, the third party which is the recruitment agency PIPLL, and the over 3,000 sacked workers needed to negotiate and resolve the ongoing crisis peacefully.

“We are appealing to all the stakeholders to embrace dialogue and within the time frame given to the third party agency,  PIPLL to negotiate with its principal which is IBEDC to come up with plans that conform with Nigeria labour laws and make sure all the causal workers affected are fairly treated, ” Mr Igbinosa said.

Reacting, one of the members in the team of the IBEDC, who did not want her name mentioned, noted that the management would meet all parties concerned to resolve the impasse.

In a remark, Chairman of Nigeria Labour Congress, Oyo State branch, Mr Kayode Martins called on the management of IBEDC to reinstate the sacked workers before the end of the week.

He noted that it was constitutional to demand a pay increase.

“NLC Oyo state is open for dialogue within the time frame given to the IBEDC and the third party agency to come up with something reasonable for the sacked workers and in other not to foster another protest, and we want all the sacked workers to be reinstated and nobody among the workers should be sacked because of  payment of the new minimum wage”

It would be recalled that the NLC last week, staged a protest in front of the IBEDC headquarters in Ibadan against the alleged sack of over 3,000 workers of the company.

In the meantime, IBEDC management has agreed to meet with all parties concerned to resolve the issue, while the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment continues to appeal for peaceful dialogue and a fair resolution for the affected workers

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Transportation

Mishap Claims One in Ogun, Causes Traffic Jam in 110 Ibadan

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By Adebola Ajayi/Moyinoluwa Afolabi

One person has died while six others sustained varying degrees of injuries in a fatal motor accident involving a Lexus car and a Zafira Space Wagon that occurred along the Abeokuta/Ibadan highway near Ajobo village.

According to a statement by the spokesperson of the Ogun State Police Command, Omolola Odutola, eyewitness accounts indicated that the accident was caused by the reckless driving of the Lexus car by one 26-year-old Abiodun Michael of Isolu, Funaab Road, Abeokuta, who was travelling toward Abeokuta from Ibadan.

The statement explained that the Lexus driver while negotiating a sharp bend, reportedly failed to slow down, lost control, and veered off his lane, colliding head-on with the Zafira car, driven by 55-year-old Kayode Popoola who was coming from the opposite direction, and died on the spot, while his occupants sustained injuries.

It showed that immediately after the matter was received, the DPO Odeda Division swiftly dispatched motor traffic police and patrol teams to the scene to rescue the victims and secure the area.

The statement said that the injured victims were taken to General Hospital, Odeda, for urgent medical attention while those with fractures were later transferred to FMC Idi-Aba, Abeokuta, for specialized treatment, as the family of the deceased had retrieved his body for burial under Islamic rites.

It stated that the police were actively working to apprehend the driver of the Lexus car who was at large, to bring him to justice.

The statement indicated that the Ogun State Police Command had urged anyone with relevant information regarding the whereabouts of the fleeing driver or any witnesses to the accident to assist with the investigation, towards ensuring that the driver face the full weight of the law.

Similarly, an accident involving a truck and a commercial vehicle at 110 area along the Ibadan, Abeokuta expressway has caused severe gridlock along the axis

The accident forced many motorists to navigate other routes to their destinations.

 Though no deaths or casualties were recorded at the time of filing in this report, it was however observed that security personnel, as well as officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, were on the ground to ensure sanity around the axis Some road users, who spoke with our reporter, lamented the difficulty caused by the accident, which according to them, would lead to lateness to their places of work.

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Environment

Ibadan Gets First Rainfall in 2025

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By Olaitan Oye-Adeitan/Taiwo Akinola

On Sunday, the ancient city of Ibadan, Oyo State’s capital, was blessed with its inaugural rainfall of the year.

As morning broke, the heavens opened, releasing a gentle shower that quenched the thirst of the dry, cracked ground.

In a surprise turn of events, a sudden shower swept through Ibadan, bringing immense relief to residents in neighbourhoods such as Odo Ona Kekere, Soka, New Garage, Akala Expressway along Àpáta Orita Challenge, Ring Road, Akobo.

Radio Nigeria gathered that this unexpected rainfall echoes the recent experience of Akure, which similarly witnessed its inaugural rainfall of the year.

The rainfall was enjoyed by all, as it became a topical issue amongst neighbours, families and friends.

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Religion

Unwavering Faith;Antidote to Challenges- Clergyman

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By Taiwo Akinola

The lead Pastor of Global Harvest Church, Outer Ring Road, Apata Ibadan, Pastor Niyi Ladokun wants Christians to have unwavering faith in God this year, regardless of the challenges facing the country.

Quoting from Romans 10;17, “Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God”, Pastor Ladokun emphasised the need for everyone to abide by the commands of God, in other to be blessed by Him.

Pastor Ladokun who was ministering during the first Sunday service of the year pointed out that, every believer must portray righteousness by living a life without blemish, to shame the devil this year.

The clergyman advised Christians not to undermine the sovereignty of God, and imbibe the habit of acknowledging Him at all times.

The New Year theme was taken from Obadiah Chapter 1:17, “Possessing our Possessions”.

Religion

Christmas: Show love to one another – Omo Woli Advises Nigerians

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By Olawale Asake

The District Superintendent, Christ Apostolic Church, CAC, Mountain of Mercy, District Headquarters, Ojoo, Ibadan, Oyo State, Pastor Isaiah O. Alade, popularly known as “Omo Woli”, has admonished Nigerians to maintain peaceful coexistence.

Pastor Alade also emphasized the need for Christains to shun ungodly acts in the face of daunting challenges.

The cleric who gave the admonition in a message to commemorate this year’s Christmas on CAC, Ori Oke Aanu, Ojoo, Ibadan, enjoined Nigerians to use the Christmas Celebration to promote unity, peace, love and extend hands of friendship to the needy in order to improve on their living standard.

He called on Christians to draw closer to God, saying Christmas is about service to God and forgiveness, showing love to one another.

According to pastor Alade, Nigerians should not lose hope in the Country as God expected a show of love and promotion of peaceful co-existence among human beings irrespective of tribe or socioeconomic background.

Pastor Alade appealed to Nigerians not to perpetrate evil acts in order to earn a living or impress others, but to engage in meaningful and legitimate businesses that would give them rest of mind.

The Pastor in charge of Ori-Oke Aanu, however, advised people to spend moderately during the Christmas and New Year Celebrations.

News

Children’s Carnival Turns Bloody in Ibadan

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By Olawale Asake

Many people, mostly children, have been reportedly feared dead in a stampede during a funfair organized for children.

The Programme which was organised by the Women in Need of Governance and Support, WINGS, was held at Islamic High School, Bashorun,.

According to witnesses, many people got to the entrance of the venue as early as 6 o’clock in the morning while some people allegedly slept at the venue.

It was reported that, the stampede occurred when many children and some Parents thronged the gate of the School, thereby causing violent push resulting in stampede.

It was gathered that many children who are mostly underage fell and were matched by others struggling to gain entrance to the main venue of the Programme.

As at the time of filing this report, our Correspondent who visited the scene said clothes and shoes of children littered the floor, while Security Officers were seen on ground asking the remaining people at the venue to vacate the premises 

However, the Programme which was announced on one of the Popular Radio Stations in Ibadan could not be held again due to the incident.

Meanwhile, when visited Adeoyo hospital, Yemetu Area, Ibadan, Oyo State, the victims whose number could not be ascertained  were said to have been brought to the hospital but later taken to an undisclosed hospital in Ibadan.

Witnesses explained that some of the victims were resuscitated at the facility while others were feared  dead.

They added that a number of Tricycles were used to convey the victims to the hospital.

In the meantime,Oyo State Government has mourned the tragic loss of lives at a children’s carnival in Ibadan.

In a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, the State Government swiftly mobilised a rapid response team following the breaking of the incident.

The commissioner noted that victims have been swiftly transported to various hospitals within the Ibadan metropolis for medical attention.

As at the time of filling this report, the Deputy Governor of Oyo state, Adebayo Lawal paid an on the spot assessment to the Adeoyo State Hospital, Yemetu, Ibadan

Education

Deploy digital media creatively to accelerate national development – Dr Busari

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By Fasilat Lawal

Nigerians have been urged to explore the deployment of digital media creatively to accelerate national development.

Head of Department of Mass Communication, Lead City University, Ibadan, Dr Bayo Busari made the call while delivering a lecture organized by the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN Ibadan Chapel of the Nigeria Union Of Journalists, NUJ, as part of activities marking the 2024 Press Week.

Dr Busari who spoke on the topic: Effects of Digital Media on National Development noted that successive governments had achieved notable progress in programmes such as the Accecelated Rural Development Programme and the War Against Indiscipline.

The guest lecturer explained that the existence of digital media would help boost government programmes and policies, thereby promoting national development.

Speaking on early exposure of young minds to digital media leading to overload in academic content, Dr Busari said learning should be a serial and gradual process for good educational development.

He urged authorities in the Ministry of Education to review and monitor school curricula and include social media usage in adult literacy curricula to achieve the desired development.

In a remark the Zonal Director, Federal Radio Corporation Of Nigeria, FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Dominic Mokikan while congratulating members of the union on the occasion of this year’s Press Week, tasked Nigerians to develop initiatives that would engender the growth of country.

In a goodwill message, the Deputy Director of News and Current Affairs Directorate, FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr Adewumi Faniran advised members of the union to regularly sharpen their professional skills and adapt to digitization to remain relevant in the industry.

Earlier in a remark, the chairman of NUJ FRCN Ibadan Chapel, Mr Oluwakayode Banjo said since the world is transiting to the digital age, every individual needed to embrace it.

The Press Week continues on Tuesday with a visit to the National Museum of Unity, Aleshinloye and Kayrom Lee Fitness and Gym Center, Liberty Stadium, Ibadan.

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Economy

New Exco Takes Charge in Radio Nigeria Staff Unity Multi Purpose Coop. Society

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By Mosope Kehinde

A new executive for the 2024-2025 cooperative year for Radio Nigeria Ibadan Staff Unity Multipurpose society has been commissioned at its 4th annual general meeting.

The executive members are Mr. Adedayo Ajeleti as president, Mrs Anthonia Akanji as vice president, Mr. Ayodele Ojo, Treasurer; Mr Oladimeji Oyeniyi, Secretary.

Others are Mrs. Jacinta Odubanjo, Welfare; Mrs. Olutola Daramola, Ex Officio; Ms Aderonke Olajide, Ex Officio.

Responding, the new president, Mr Adedayo Ajeleti said his team counted on the support of members and appealed that the cooperation enjoyed by past executives would be extended to the new leadership.

The immediate past president of the society, Mrs Olutola Daramola noted with joy that the cooperative society was able to attend to all requests by members. She explained that the largest amount of loan was also disbursed to members in the year under review.
Mrs Daramola said the society embarked on investments which yielded profits, urging the newly commissioned executive to prioritize more investments that are viable and can improve the society.

Mrs Olutola Daramola

Earlier, representative of the Oyo state ministry of cooperatives and investment, Mrs Bunmi Oladewa tasked the new executive on accountability, prudency, fairness and building on the legacies of the immediate past leadership.


The society, with eighty-one members declared over two point one million naira as surplus against the two million naira declared in 2023.

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Politics

OYSIEC Begins Training of Ad-hoc Staff

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…Urges them to Eschew Misconduct 

By Nashirdeen Sheriffdeen

Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission, OYSIEC, on Monday, began training for the Ad-hoc Staff to work with the Commission in the local Government Councils Election in the state, holding on April, 27.

The training slated for two days was scheduled to hold across the geo- political zones of the state to eliminate stress and aids understanding of concepts by participants.

The OYSIEC Chairman, Aare Isiaka Abiola Olagunju, SAN, while addressing the Electoral and Assistant Electoral Officers, Ward Collation Officers, Returning Officers and Supervisors in Ibadan and Oyo town,  called on the participants to see themselves as representatives of the people of the state and also place premium on their interest.

He described the trainees as partners in progress, admonishing them to ensure their conduct  conform with the electoral guidelines of the commission.

He harped on the need for them to make Integrity and hard work their watch word while on duties, and eschew any form of misconduct.

Olagunju hinted that distribution of non-sensitive materials started today, while that of sensitive materials will begin on Thursday morning.

He assured residents of the state of prompt delivery of election materials on the day of election across the polling units in the state.

” I am impressed with the turn-out and your interest in the electoral process, you are our partners at the commission, we require your support and commitment to achieve a free, fair, transparent and credible election.

“ I am appealing to you to be part of this legacy, you are not representing any political party, you are representing the people of the state, let prosperity judge you  and ensure you avoid misconduct.

“ Distribution of sensitive materials will begin on Thursday, we will start with the local governments in Oke – Ogun Axis, while local governments in Ibadan are to receive last.

While speaking on the topic” Vital Keys To Conducting Free, and Fair Elections” the facilitators of the training, Prince Adedoyin Oyeniyi and Dr Omoleke Muslim,  charged participants to be alive with their responsibilities and contribute meaningfully  to the success of the forthcoming elections.

Prince Oyeniyi explained that every electoral process must pass through integrity tests of transparency, credibility and fairness for people of various communities to live the kind of lives they aspired.

Training for the Presiding and Assistant Presiding officers will hold on Tuesday in twelve centers across the state.