Oyo State, Nigeria, is facing a political crisis marked by an alleged N1 billion impeachment plot against Governor Makinde, royal intrigue, and intra-party rivalry.

A political group has called on the Oyo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to prioritize credibility and strategy in selecting its governorship candidate for the 2027 election.

The Oyo State Government has initiated emergency response measures after a 44-year-old woman died from Lassa fever at a hospital in Ibadan, Nigeria.

Olalekan Ayorinde, the 2019 ANRP governorship candidate in Oyo State, Nigeria, has officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose held a closed-door meeting with the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, amidst rising political tension in Oyo State concerning Governor Makinde and potential dethronement issues.

Tension is escalating in Oyo State, Nigeria, as an impeachment plot has led to a full-blown political crisis within the State House of Assembly, causing a split among lawmakers.

APC governorship aspirant Sharafadeen Alli has formally launched his campaign for the 2027 election in Oyo State, Nigeria, focusing on a renewed development agenda.

A ward chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Nigeria, has resigned from the party, citing reasons detailed in his letter dated April 7.

A confrontation between members of the Agbekoya group and commercial motorcycle riders, known as Okada riders, has resulted in one fatality in Oyo State, Nigeria.

The Oyo State Police Command has deployed comprehensive security measures to ensure a peaceful Easter celebration, urging residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with authorities.

The Rotary Club has partnered with Oyo State's environment ministry in Nigeria to celebrate and provide outreach to 100 street sweepers in Ibadan, recognizing their efforts to keep the city clean.

Education stakeholders in Nigeria's Oyo State have raised an alarm over a deepening basic education crisis, revealing that over 670,000 children remain out of school despite government interventions.

Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, a leading governorship aspirant for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State, met with Ibadan Mogajis to rally support for his 2027 project, emphasizing the critical role of traditional institutions.

The Institute of Leadership is seeking collaboration with the Oyo State Government in Nigeria to enhance leadership skills and improve public service delivery through capacity building initiatives.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has refuted media reports claiming the party had already selected a governorship candidate for the 2007 general election.

A petrol tanker accident in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, has resulted in six fatalities and several injuries after the truck reportedly experienced brake failure.

Police in Oyo State, Nigeria, have arrested a pastor and two other individuals in Ibadan for the alleged possession and sale of human parts following a stop-and-search operation.

Governor Seyi Makinde has affirmed that the Oyo State PDP November congress will proceed as planned for the 2027 elections, vowing his presence at the ballot amidst internal party struggles.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has approved a monthly transportation support allowance of N10,000 for civil servants in the state, in response to rising petroleum prices.

A legal dispute has brought to light an extensive list of properties owned by former Oyo State Governor Alao-Akala across Nigeria, the UK, and the US, as his daughter challenges the management of his estate.

The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed off Bond Chemicals Industries Limited in Oyo State, Nigeria, for discharging untreated industrial waste and violating environmental standards.

Students in Oyo State, Nigeria, are urging the government to install speed breakers on the Ago-Aare–Saki road due to critical safety threats posed by speeding vehicles.

Oyo State’s traffic authority impounds 60 commercial motorcycles for violating the new QR code jacket policy, enhancing road safety and regulation. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-impounds-60-motorcycles-over-qr-code-jackets-violations/

The Oyo State government has advised residents and farmers on flood prevention measures for the upcoming rainy season, urging vigilance and adherence to safety advisories based on the 2026 weather outlook.

Oyo State Police arrested four suspects involved in a cattle rustling operation in Ado-Awaye, recovering stolen livestock after a swift response. Read More:…

Police in Oyo State, Nigeria, successfully foiled a cattle rustling attempt in Ado-Awaye, arresting four suspects and recovering stolen cows.

By Adeola Badru A faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has elected Professor Abdulrahman Akinoso of the…

A commercial bus plunged into the Ariyo River in Oyo State due to reckless driving, resulting in the recovery of three bodies and the rescue of five people.

TWO factions of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, in Oyo State, yesterday, laid claim to the leadership of the Membership Revalidation and Membership Registration, MRMR, Committee ahead of the ongoing membership exercise in the state. The post Leadership crisis rocks Oyo ADC appeared first on Vanguard News.

Authorities in Oyo State conducted a raid on illegal fuel merchants operating along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, seizing significant quantities of petroleum products to enhance public safety.

Oyo State in Nigeria has rescheduled its local government election to December 29, 2026, to avoid conflicts with the new timetable set by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Police in Oyo State have launched a manhunt for Quadri Mohammed, 29, following the death of his girlfriend, Precious Mogaji, 26, in Ibadan.

…commissions projects  By Adeola Badru Oyo State lawmaker representing Ibadan North Constituency I, Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide, has adopted a four-year-old girl from her constituency and pledged to sponsor the child’s education for life. The adoption was announced during a constituency empowerment and project commissioning programme organised by the lawmaker in Ibadan. The emotional moment occurred […] The post Oyo lawmaker adopts four-year-old girl, pledges lifetime education support...

Oyo State’s Ministry of Education announces its readiness to collaborate with federal schools to improve educational standards and student security. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-pledges-support-for-federal-schools/

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has instructed political appointees with ambitions for elective offices in the 2027 general elections to publicly declare their intentions.

Four individuals have been abducted along the Igbeti–Kishi Road in Oyo State, prompting the state police command to initiate a coordinated search and rescue operation.

Oyo State Police have arrested two suspected cultists on the campus of Ibadan Polytechnic, recovering a firearm and charms. The suspects reportedly confessed to planning an attack.

Moses Alake Adeyemo, a former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, has been unanimously elected as the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state.

The Oyo State chapter of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) clarified that Chief Bisi Ilaka was not appointed to its Membership Revalidation, Mobilisation and Registration (MRMR) Committee.

The Conference of Professionals in the Peoples Democratic Party (CP-PDP) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately recognise the Kabiru Turaki-led National Working Committee (NWC), following a ruling by the Oyo State High Court validating the party’s 2025 National Convention. The post Pressure mounts on INEC to recognise Turaki-led PDP NWC appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Nyesom Wike faction of the PDP has dismissed an Oyo State High Court judgment regarding the party's convention, calling it inconsequential and not binding on INEC.

NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso held a closed-door meeting with Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, fueling speculation about political realignments for the 2027 elections.

Oyo State has approved ₦900 million in counterpart funding for road maintenance and procured 100 vehicles to boost infrastructure and security.

The management of the Oyo State College of Nursing, Eleyele, Ibadan, has dismissed as untrue a circulating report alleging a kidnapping incident within the institution’s campus in Kishi. In a statement issued on Sunday and made available to journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, the Provost of the college, Dr Gbonjubola Owolabi, stated that Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-nursing-college-dismisses-kidnapping-rumour/

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde plans to announce his preferred candidate for the 2027 governorship race in May, contingent on a Supreme Court ruling concerning the PDP.

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has inaugurated committees to develop a 25-year tourism master plan and organize a 2026 international summit, aiming to boost investment in the state's tourism sector.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo state has dismissed claims that Senator Alli is their consensus candidate.

Governor Makinde of Oyo State is facing allegations of an impeachment plot, which some sources claim is a maneuver to dethrone Oba Ladoja as the Olubadan. The state's APC chapter has dismissed these claims as a 'poor script'.

The chief whip of the Oyo State Assembly has publicly pledged loyalty to Governor Makinde, amidst ongoing discussions of impeachment.

The Olubadan of Ibadanland has called for swift police action following the killing of a community chief in Oyo State by suspected herders, demanding justice for the perpetrators.

Oyo State Police command has arrested a 23-year-old man for allegedly killing a six-year-old girl and severing her head in Ibadan.

Police in Oyo State, Nigeria, arrested Muhammadu Abubakar, a suspected kidnapper, in Ikoyi-Ile and recovered an AK-47 rifle following a public tip-off.

The battle for succession in Oyo State is intensifying as political heavyweights reposition themselves for the 2027 elections, despite Governor Makinde's consistent stance that the choice of his successor rests with the people.

Oyo State in Nigeria has launched a sustainable energy plan, including a 12-megawatt gas project, to boost its economy and attract investors.

Oyo State and FCMB are collaborating to boost youth empowerment by providing 1,000 young agripreneurs with N1.5 billion in collateral-free loans to enhance food production.

Lagos, Kaduna, and Oyo states have been listed among the top 10 in Nigeria for ease of doing business, a ranking lauded by Governor Sanwo-Olu as a sign of measurable improvements.

The Oyo State Police Command has launched a murder investigation after the body of a teenager was discovered at a pool at the University of Ibadan.

Felix Morka has downplayed the crisis within the Oyo State chapter of the APC, stating that disagreements are expected in a party of its size, especially with multiple aspirants vying for positions.

Police in Oyo State, Nigeria, have arrested three suspects in Ibadan for the unlawful possession and sale of suspected human parts during a routine stop-and-search operation.

The Oyo State government has established a 'Safe School Committee' and is collaborating with security agencies to enhance student safety and combat violence in schools.

A truck has reportedly lost control along the Beere–Oja Oba axis in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, leading to fears of multiple casualties as details continue to emerge.

FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has issued a warning to Oyo State Governor Makinde, cautioning him against initiating a political conflict he cannot sustain, following recent claims.

Nine Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) aspirants are currently vying for the 2027 Oyo State governorship ticket, with Governor Makinde’s advisory council interacting with candidates to ensure a fair process.

Nigeria's National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) sealed a chemical firm in Oyo State due to environmental violations, as announced by Nwamaka Ejiofor, NESREA’s assistant director of press.

Oyo State Police deploy personnel across all 33 LGs to ensure Eid-el-Fitr security.

Police in Oyo State rescued two representatives of the Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria who were kidnapped at the CRIN nursery site and arrested three suspects involved in the incident.

Oyo State Police have re-arrested an escaped kidnap suspect, Ayomide Kareem, following a public outcry.

The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) in Oyo State has committed to providing ICT training for teachers, aiming to improve digital classroom delivery and address educational challenges.

Oyo State Police are appealing for public assistance to identify a woman’s body found in a drainage channel in Egbeda, with authorities suspecting foul play.

A middle-aged man identified as Kehinde has been killed while several others sustained injuries following a violent clash among youths in the Asalu community of Lalupon in Ibadan, Oyo State. The post Man Killed, several injured in violent youth clash in Ibadan appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Oyo State Government has launched a public toilet project, starting in markets, as part of its campaign to end open defecation and improve sanitation. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-begins-market-public-toilet-project-to-end-open-defecation/

Oyo State’s Finance Commissioner advises public officers to prioritize their asset declaration, stressing its role in ensuring transparency and accountabil Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-commissioner-charges-public-officers-on-asset-declaration/

Oyo State has trained 116 extension agents on a new mapping application for its Tractorisation Subsidy Programme, intending to boost food production and improve transparency.

The Oyo State Police Commissioner is investigating a Divisional Police Officer (DPO) and an Inspector for alleged unprofessional conduct following resident protests over rising kidnapping cases in Jobe.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has sworn in 17 new Permanent Secretaries, urging them to demonstrate loyalty to the state and serve with transparency. Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-swears-in-17-permanent-secretaries-urges-loyalty-to-oyo/

The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has condemned the alleged assault of a university lecturer at its Ibadan station in Oyo state and has ordered an immediate investigation into the incident.

Oyo State Police are investigating an attack on the residence of former Deputy Governor Hazeem Gbolarumi following violence at a PDP state congress. Read More:…

The Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Adebo Ogundoyin, has commended Oladipupo Adebutu for his substantial agricultural investment, which is boosting food production and creating jobs in Nigeria.

The Oyo State Police Command has successfully rescued four abducted passengers who were taken along the Igbeti-Kishi Road after a swift security response. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-rescue-four-abducted-passengers-in-oyo/

A project in Oyo State trains teachers and pupils on strategies to combat school violence, focusing on prevention, reporting, and child protection. Read More:…

By Adeola Badru IBADAN — Dr. Ayo Lam-Adesina, son of former Oyo State Governor Lam Adesina, has announced that he lacks the financial resources to mount a competitive campaign for the 2027 Oyo State governorship, stressing that his ambition is driven by faith and a commitment to service rather than money. Speaking with journalists while […] The post Oyo 2027: I have only God, no financial capacity to contest – Lam-Adeaina’s son appeared first on Vanguard News.

A 43-year-old man in Oyo State, Nigeria, has allegedly killed his elder brother after accusing him of shooting him in a dream.

Oyo State in Nigeria is boosting education by distributing thousands of textbooks, school bags, and sandals to primary and secondary students through a SUBEB/UBEC initiative.

An Oyo State High Court affirms the legitimacy of the PDP Ibadan Convention, a major win for the Turaki-led NWC amid ongoing party leadership disputes. Read More: https://punchng.com/turaki-led-pdp-nwc-hails-oyo-court-judgment-affirming-convention/

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde stated that his successor in 2027 will be selected based on their competence and loyalty to Oyo State, rather than personal allegiance.

The Oyo State High Court sitting in Ibadan has dismissed a motion seeking joinder filed by Austin Nwachukwu and two other Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftains in connection with the party’s 2025 Elective Convention. The post Oyo Court dismisses joinder application in 2025 PDP elective convention case appeared first on Vanguard News.

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde and former New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) presidential candidate Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso held a private meeting in Ibadan, sparking speculation about political alignments for the 2027 elections.

Oyo State's property agency has issued a warning against self-help in land disputes, pledging to prosecute notorious land grabbers and protect the rights of legitimate property owners.

Oyo State is moving forward with the Moniya Inland Dry Port project, a strategic initiative aimed at boosting economic growth, alleviating seaport congestion, and establishing the region as a logistics center.

Governor Seyi Makinde swiftly intervened to ease tensions in the Oyo State House of Assembly, halting a brewing impeachment plot against the Speaker.

The Oyo State government has confirmed a case of Lassa fever within the state and subsequently activated its emergency response protocols to contain the spread.

The Chief Judge of Oyo State released 40 prison inmates, advising them to maintain good behavior and avoid returning to correctional facilities.

The Supreme Court has ordered an accelerated hearing for an appeal filed by the Turaki-led faction of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). The appeal challenges the nullification of the PDP national convention held in Ibadan, Oyo State, in November 2025.

Dr. Adewale Kareem highlighted the Olubadan’s vital role in Oyo State's development, stressing that the monarch's wisdom is essential for guiding governance towards 2027.

Oyo State Police have arrested 10 suspects involved in a syndicate forging police, bank, and government stamps, caught in Iba.

Ademola Alli, an All Progressives Congress senatorial aspirant for Oyo Central Senatorial District in Oyo State, Nigeria, has announced his intention to contest the 2027 election, promising rural development and transparent representation.

The Oyo State Government proceeded with the coronation of selected high chiefs in Ibadan, even though three prominent chiefs were absent after notifying authorities of their unavailability.

Oyo State Governor Makinde is proceeding with Senator Sharafadeen Alli’s crowning despite a boycott by other high chiefs, following the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, confirming the absence of several high chiefs from the controversial ceremony.

Nigeria's Power Minister, Adebayo Adelabu, and the Oyo State Government are in disagreement over the state's 11MW power project, which has been described as 'failed'.

An article from The Guardian Nigeria News highlights Muyiwa Gbadegesin as the most prepared candidate for the next governor of Oyo State.

The Oyo State National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arraigned two defendants over the alleged transportation of tramadol and rubnol. Justice Uche Agomoh ordered their remand and adjourned the case for a bail application hearing.

Oyo State in Nigeria is implementing C-of-O digitalization, a key reform simplifying land ownership, boosting investor confidence, and modernizing governance.

A trailer carrying 45,000 litres of fuel lost control due to brake failure in Ibadan, Oyo state, resulting in a tragic accident that killed six people and injured several others.

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde dispelled defection rumors, affirming his steadfast loyalty to the PDP and outlining the party’s strategy for 2027.

The Oyo State government has issued a severe heatwave alert, advising residents to take necessary precautions as temperatures reach dangerous levels. The alert provides guidance on how to stay safe during this period.

The Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has taken a swipe at Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, over what it described as his imminent emergence as the de facto chairman of a…

…says collective prayers sustain Oyo’s peace By Adeola Badru Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has called for stronger national cohesion, emphasising that unity across religious and cultural divides…

Oyo State is launching a new loan scheme aimed at empowering young farmers and boosting agribusiness among youths.

Police in Oyo State, Nigeria, successfully rescued two kidnapped cocoa farmers from the Cocoa Research Institute of Nigeria and arrested suspects involved in the abduction.

The Oyo State Police Command launches an investigation into a viral video where a man named Shawama claims he killed 32 people and was commended. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-probe-mans-viral-claim-of-killing-32-in-oyo/

Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, a leading governorship aspirant in Oyo State, called on residents to embrace unity, love, and peaceful coexistence at an Omituntun House Ramadan Lecture.

Oyo State Police are seeking public help to identify a woman found dead in a drainage channel in Egbeda with visible marks of violence. Read More:…

Oyo State Police have made a murder arrest, taking Giwa Sodiq into custody for the death of Kehinde ‘Ogo Ojigbo’ in Lalupon.

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has appointed acting members to the Oyo State Electricity Regulatory Commission to oversee the state’s electricity market.

A political pressure group, The Ogbomoso Project TOP, has called on all political parties and stakeholders in Oyo state to zone their governorship tickets to the Ogbomoso Zone. The post 2027: Ogbomoso stakeholders demand Oyo guber ticket appeared first on Vanguard News.

Oyo State Police have apprehended three individuals suspected of armed robbery in Ibadan, recovering stolen items including phones, cash, and a firearm during the operation.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has launched a membership revalidation and registration drive in Oyo State to expand its grassroots base in preparation for the 2027 elections.

The Appellate Court in Abuja had voided the national convention of the party held in Ibadan Oyo State on 15 and 16 November 2025. The post PDP: Wike-backed BoT meets over outcome of appeal court…

The pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as petrol, has surged to between N1,200 and N1,300 per litre in Ibadan and surrounding areas of Oyo State.

A former Minister of Communications, Adebayo Shittu, has said President Bola Tinubu will decide the candidate of the All Progressives Congress for the 2027 governorship election in Oyo State. He dismissed speculation that the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, may emerge as the consensus candidate of the party, saying nobody could determine who the candidate Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-will-decide-oyo-apc-candidate-shittu/

The Nigeria Police Force has set March 9, 2026, for the police constable screening in Oyo State.

OGBOMOSO, OYO STATE – In every defining chapter of history, a people are confronted with a choice: to remain where they are, or to rise toward where they ought to be. Today, Ogbomoso stands at such a crossroads sacred moment where vision meets destiny, and the future quietly but firmly calls for responsible leadership. Answering […] The post A New Dawn Beckons as Dr. Oluwafemi Joshua Ayoola (ỌJÀ) Declares for House of Representatives appeared first on Vanguard News.

Interested individuals are already vying for the seat of the Minister of Power, as the current minister, Adebayo Adelabu, prepares to contest the Oyo State governorship election in 2027.

The Labour Party in Oyo State states that competence, not zoning, will determine its 2027 governorship candidate, focusing on good governance for all. Read More: https://punchng.com/competence-not-zoning-will-decide-oyo-2027-candidate-lp/

A 43-year-old man in Oyo State, Nigeria, allegedly killed his elder brother with a heavy rock, claiming the deceased had shot him in a dream.

An Oyo State High Court upheld the PDP’s 2025 National Convention, but the faction backed by Nyesom Wike rejected the ruling, intensifying the PDP convention dispute.

Oyo State Police Command has arrested an 18-year-old man, Basit Tijani, in connection with the alleged defilement of a 17-year-old girl.

The Oyo State High Court in Ibadan has affirmed the validity of the 2025 Elective Convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which elected Dr. Kabiru Turaki as the National Chairman.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, holds a closed-door meeting with NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso, fueling speculation about 2027 election alignments. Read More: https://punchng.com/makinde-kwankwaso-in-closed-door-meeting/

Police in Oyo State, Nigeria, have arrested three suspects in connection with a highway robbery and recovered stolen goods valued at over N31.75 million.

An opinion piece by Festus Adedayo uses the history of D’Rovans Hotel in Ibadan, Oyo State, as a metaphor to discuss the transient nature and vanity of life.