For decades, Nigeria’s local governments, the so-called “third tier” were widely dismissed as extensions of state power, constrained by the joint account system and stripped of real autonomy. Then came reform. Direct allocations from the Federation Account began flowing straight into local government coffers, promising a new era of grassroots development and accountability. On paper,…

Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, arrived in Ibadan at about 4:50 p.m. on Tuesday for a visit to the residence of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja. The visit comes amid recent developments involving the traditional institution and the Oyo State Government, which have generated public interest across the state. Sources…

The House of Assembly hopeful for Ibadan Southwest Constituency I, Hon. Tolani Adigun, has sustained her grassroots consultation drive with a strategic meeting involving youth leaders across the constituency.The meeting, which held yesterday, brought together vibrant ward youth leaders committed to the progress and development of Ibadan Southwest Constituency I. Discussions centered on youth inclusion,…

The House of Assembly hopeful for Ibadan Southwest Constituency I, Hon. Tolani Adigun, has continued her grassroots consultations with a strategic meeting held today with the Ward Chairmen in the constituency, as part of preparations for her forthcoming political engagement and her ambition to represent the constituency at the Oyo State House of Assembly.The meeting,…

Momentum has continued to build within the All Progressives Congress in the Ibarapa Central and Ibarapa North Federal Constituency as stakeholders close ranks around the recently adopted zoning arrangement ahead of the 2027 general elections, with strong indications that the position has effectively become the dominant and uncontested path within the party. What began as…

The House of Assembly hopeful for Ibadan Southwest I Constituency, Hon. Tolani Adigun, has extended warm birthday felicitations to Nigeria’s Ambassador-Designate to Austria and former First Lady of Oyo State, Dr. Mrs. Florence Ajimobi, as she marks her 67th birthday.In a congratulatory message made available to the press, Hon. Tolani described Dr. Ajimobi as a…

An aspirant for the Oyo State House of Assembly in Ogbomoso South Constituency, Hon. Daniel Oyelola Olusayo, popularly known as “Bibiire,” has extended heartfelt Easter greetings to residents of the constituency, calling on them to reflect on the values of sacrifice, hope, and renewal symbolized by the resurrection of Jesus Christ.In a statement made available…

An aspirant for the Oyo State House of Assembly, Ibadan Southwest I Constituency, Hon. Tolani Adigun, has extended warm Easter greetings to residents of the constituency, urging them to embrace the virtues of hope, sacrifice, and renewal that define the season.In her Easter message made available to journalists, Hon. Tolani described the celebration of Christ’s…

An aspirant for the Oyo State House of Assembly in Ibadan Southwest I Constituency, Hon. Tolani Adigun, has formally declared her intention to contest in the 2027 general elections.Hon. Tolani made her declaration during a meeting with leaders and key stakeholders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ibadan Southwest I, where she sought their…

An aspirant for the Oyo State House of Assembly, Ibadan Southwest I Constituency, Hon. Tolani Adigun, has extended her heartfelt greetings to constituents, urging them to remain united and focused on the collective progress of the area.In a statement released to mark the season, Hon. Tolani emphasized the importance of unity, peaceful coexistence, and shared…