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In a decisive articulation of his governance philosophy, Oyo APC gubernatorial candidate Dr. Sharafadeen Alli has pledged to entrench full local government autonomy if elected in 2027. He describes the promise not as a mere political concession, but as the cornerstone of a restructured Oyo State where power, resources, and responsibility are devolved to the level closest to the people. Speaking as a guest lecturer at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Oyo APC gubernatorial candidate Dr. Sharafadeen Alli made a firm commitment to entrench full local government autonomy across Oyo State if elected in 2027. Addressing an audience of academics, students, and policy thinkers, Dr. Alli framed the promise within the broader discourse on federalism, development, and democratic accountability. He argued that the persistent underdevelopment at the grassroots is not due to a lack of resources, but to a structural defect: the emasculation of the third tier of government. The Benefits...

The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Oyo State, Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli, has visited the rescued pupils, teachers and other victims of the Oriire abduction currently receiving treatment at the Military Hospital in Ibadan. The governorship candidate, who was visibly moved by the trauma suffered by the victims, prayed for their speedy recovery and assured them of his unwavering support. Senator Alli described the abduction as a painful reminder of the security challenges confronting the nation, while expressing profound gratitude to Almighty God for the successful rescue of the captives. The lawmaker prayed fervently for the complete and speedy recovery of the victims, asking God to comfort them and restore them physically, emotionally and psychologically after their harrowing experience. He also prayed against any recurrence of such a tragic incident in Oyo State and across Nigeria, expressing confidence that sustained collaboration amo...

The successful rescue of abducted teachers and pupils in Orire local governemnt represents far more than a tactical law enforcement outcome. It is a human story, and also a political and governance test, it constitutes a profound moral, social, and political inflection point for the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. For months, Nigerians have watched with anxiety as schools and rural communities became targets. The abduction of educators and pupils strikes at the heart of two things every government is judged by: the safety of its citizens, and the future of its children. When teachers and learners are taken, classrooms empty, parents withdraw their children, and entire communities lose faith in the state’s ability to protect them. For the first time in recent memory, the abducted teachers and pupils were rescued without ransom payment or concession to kidnappers’ demands. This marks a decisive shift in Nigeria’s counter-kidnapping doctrine. It underscore...

The successful rescue of abducted teachers and pupils in Orire local governemnt represents far more than a tactical law enforcement outcome. It is a human story, and also a political and  governance test, it constitutes a profound moral, social, and political inflection point for the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR. For months, Nigerians have watched with anxiety as schools and rural communities became targets. The abduction of educators and pupils strikes at the heart of two things every government is judged by: the safety of its citizens, and the future of its children. When teachers  and learners are taken, classrooms empty, parents withdraw their children, and entire  communities lose faith in the state’s ability to protect them. For the first time in recent memory, the abducted teachers and pupils were rescued without ransom payment or concession to kidnappers’ demands. This marks a decisive shift in Nigeria’s  counter-kidnapping ...

Nigerian security forces have released photos of the intelligence-led operation that rescued pupils and teachers abducted by Ansaru terrorists in Oyo State on May 15, 2026. Integrity mediaNews reports the search and rescue operation, which concluded July 9, followed a direct presidential mandate and was executed by a Defence Headquarters-directed Joint Inter-Agency Task Force comprising Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, DSS, NIA, DIA and NSCDC. The rescued victims have undergone comprehensive medical assessments and initial psychosocial support, and are expected to be handed over to the Oyo State Government before reunion with their families.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Oyo State, Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli, has commended President Bola Tinubu and the nation's security agencies for the successful rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers of Oriire Local Government Area. Alli, in a statement issued on Friday in Ibadan, also praised the arrest of eight suspected kidnappers and the neutralisation of some members of the criminal gang during the rescue operation. The APC governorship candidate  described the operation as a major victory against criminality, applauding  the feat as a demonstration of the renewed commitment of President Tinubu's administration to safeguarding lives and property across the country. He said that the successful operation had rekindled hope among Nigerians that the security architecture under the Tinubu administration was becoming more proactive, intelligence-driven and result-oriented. The lawmaker said the swift response by the security agen...