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In a move that has sparked excitement across Ibadan South West Constituency 2 renowned philanthropist and business mogul, Abeeb Idowu Balogun, has officially signified his intention to contest for the State House of Assembly seat in the 2027 general elections. The Chairman and CEO of ABNIM Travels & Tours Ltd, who also holds the prestigious title of Aare Borokinni of Ifoland, is entering the political fray with a formidable track record of private service. Despite having never held an elective position, Balogun—popularly known as AIB— has consistently deployed his personal resources to uplift the less privileged, earning him a reputation…
Hon. OluwaFeyisayo Oladiipo, National President of the Better Life for Women Initiative and former aide to the late Governor Abiola Ajimobi, has congratulated the newly inaugurated State Executive Committee of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State. Speaking following the conclusion of the State Congress held recently at the Liberty Stadium, Oke-Ado, Ibadan, Hon. Oladiipo described the emergence of the new leadership as a “triumph for internal democracy.” She specifically extended her felicitations to the new State Chairman, Otunba Moses Alake Adeyemo, the former Deputy Governor of Oyo State. She also congratulated Barr. Fatai Adesina (State Secretary), Dr. Felicia…
Loyalty, competence, and an admirable record of service often speak louder than words. They remain the true currency of political relevance and lasting leadership. In the case of Taofeek Oladejo Arapaja, these virtues have consistently defined his political journey, marked by steadfast commitment, humility, and unwavering dedication to public service. Prior to his emergence as the National Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party, Amb. Arapaja had already built an enviable political résumé. His political voyage began as the Chairman of Ibadan South East Local Government, where he served as the first citizen of the council with distinction. From there, he…
Hon. Olafisoye Akinmoyede Wasiu, representing the Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency, Oyo has extended his warmest congratulations to the three key officers who are members of State Executive members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state. *The affirmation of the new executive held yesterday at the Liberty Stadium in Oke Ado, saw the emergence of Hon. Joshua Oyebamiji: Returned as Oyo Central Senatorial Chairman, Dr. Felicia Opatunde emerging as the new State Women Leader and Hon. Taofeek Akanmu Arowomole appointed as a State Ex-Officio all from the Akinyele/Lagelu federal constituency being represented by the Lawmaker.* In a statement released shortly…
The former lawmaker that represented the Ogo Oluwa/ Surulere State constituency, Hon. Adegboyega Mathew Abioye has extended warm congratulations to the newly elected Oyo State APC Executive members following yesterday’s successful State Congress held at Liberty Stadium, Oke Ado, Ibadan. Hon. Abioye popularly called ‘Elder’, specifically lauded the emergence of former Deputy Governor, Otunba Moses Alake Adeyemo, as State Chairman and Barr. Fatai Adesina as the Secretary. “The peaceful conduct of this congress is a testament to our internal democracy. I commend our leaders and stakeholders for ensuring a rancour-free process that strengthens our fold.” He stated. Hon. Abioye charged…
The lawmaker representing Akinyele/Lagelu Federal Constituency at the House of Representatives, Hon. Akinmoyede Olafisoye Wasiu, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the former Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Otunba Moses Alake Adeyemo, on his emergence as the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State. The Chairman and other members of the State Executive Committee were affirmed during the State Congress held today at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium, Liberty Road, Ibadan. Hon. Akinmoyede in a congratulatory statement issued on his behalf by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Oyedapo Oyewole described the emergence of Otunba Adeyemo as…
As the political landscape begins to shift ahead of the 2027 general elections, Hon. OluwaFeyisayo Oladiipo, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oluyole Local Government and a former aide to the late Governor Abiola Ajimobi, has issued a passionate plea for internal reconciliation and unity within the party. In a statement she issued and made available to journalists in Ibadan, Hon. Oladiipo noted that while individual “strands” or factions are easily broken by the opposition, a unified party acts as an unbreakable cord. According to the statement, “our strength in Oyo State has never been in…
The Chairman of the Oyo State Local Government Staff Pension Board, Hon Akeem Ademola Ige has expressed his appreciation to the Executive Governor of Oyo State , His Excellency, Engr. Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde for transforming the Board positively. Hon Ige gave the commendation while welcoming the officials of Code of Conduct Bureau who were on official visit to the Board this morning. According to the Chairman ” His Excellency has transformed the Board positively and it translated to our improved service delivery. Im aware that Code of Conduct Bureau is not a witch hunting agency and also I’m happy that…
Justice Ladiran Akintola of the Oyo State High Court, Ibadan, has affirmed the validity of the 2025 Elective Convention of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) which produced Dr. Kabiru Turaki as the substantive chairman of the party. Delivering judgment in Suit No. I/1336/2025 on Friday, the court upheld the amended originating summons filed by Musibau Adetunmbi (SAN) on behalf of the claimant, Folahan Malomo Adelabi. ALSO READ: Why I dumped PDP for APC — Fintiri Justice Akintola granted all 13 reliefs sought, ruling that the convention complied with the provisions of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,…
In every political season, the electorate is faced with a defining responsibility: choosing not just a candidate but a direction. Politics, at its best, functions like a compass—it tells us where we are, where we have been, and most importantly, where we are going. As the chairmanship hopeful for Ibadan South East Local Government, Sunday Babatunde presents more than an ambition. He presents a political compass anchored in structure, grassroots development, and strategic governance. Babatunde’s aspiration is built on the belief that local government must move beyond routine administration to become a hub of measurable development. His political compass points…