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Police Recruitment: FCC Aleshinloye Warns Against Low Turnout of Shortlisted Applicants

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Federal Character Commission (FCC) Commissioner in Oyo State, Prince Ayodeji Abass Aleshinloye, has called on youths across the state to take full advantage of the ongoing Nigeria Police recruitment exercise and will end on the 18th of this month, particularly those who have applied, been shortlisted, and invited for screening. This was disclosed during an interview with the journalists,He emphasized that it is crucial for eligible candidates to participate actively in the process, noting that failure to seize the opportunity could have long-term adverse effects on Oyo State’s representation.  According to him, other regions of the country are already maximizing such opportunities, and Oyo youths must not be left behind. Aleshinloye reiterated his continuous commitment to sensitizing citizens on the core principles of the Federal Character Commission, stressing that fairness, equity, and inclusiveness must be upheld so that no state or group is m...

Olubadan Inaugurates Ibadan Community Guard

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The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, on Tuesday unveiled the Ibadan Community Guard to collaborate with relevant security agencies for effective and timely policing of the ancient city. Oba Ladoja also inaugurated the Ibadan Economic Investment and Business Development Desk and the Ibadan Food Security Initiative (Gaari Ibadan).

APC Stakeholders Rally Behind Grassroots Zoning to Strengthen 2027 Election Chances

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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 a resolution at the March 26, 2026 stakeholders’ meeting in Igboora has rapidly evolved into a constituency wide consensus, driven by sustained consultations and alignment across wards, grassroots structures and key interest blocs. Party figures now describe the zoning formula as a settled framework that reflects the clear and prevailing will of party members. Under the arrangement, Ibarapa Central Local Government is to produce the candidate for the Oyo State House of Assembly, while Ibarapa North Local Government is positioned to produce the party’s candidate for the Federal House of Represent...

Senator Alli seeks EU collaboration on Agriculture, Summit

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Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli has called for stronger collaboration with the European Union to boost agricultural development, stressing the need to leverage bilateral strength and goodwill to achieve sustainable agricultural objectives. Alli, the Senate Committee Chairman on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions, made the call on Wednesday during his courtesy visit to the EU Embassy in Abuja.  The lawmaker said that the visit was to brief the EU on the committee’s programmes and seek strategic partnership. He said that the collaboration would focus on the First National Legislative Summit and Expo on Agricultural Colleges and Research Institutions scheduled for May 11 to May 13 in Ibadan. The senator said the summit would hold at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA), aimed at strengthening institutions and promoting innovation in agricultural education and research. He noted that the partnership would enhance capacity building, increas...

Senator Alli seeks EU collaboration on Agriculture, Summit

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Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli has called for stronger collaboration with the European Union to boost agricultural development, stressing the need to leverage bilateral strength and goodwill to achieve sustainable agricultural objectives. Alli, the Senate Committee Chairman on Agricultural Colleges and Institutions, made the call on Wednesday during his courtesy visit to the EU Embassy in Abuja.  The lawmaker said that the visit was to brief the EU on the committee’s programmes and seek strategic partnership. He said that the collaboration would focus on the First National Legislative Summit and Expo on Agricultural Colleges and Research Institutions scheduled for May 11 to May 13 in Ibadan. The senator said the summit would hold at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture(IITA), aimed at strengthening institutions and promoting innovation in agricultural education and research. He noted that the partnership would enhance capacity building, increas...

Senator Alli celebrates Akeem Agbaje on birthday, Lauds Legal Excellence

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Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli (APC–Oyo South) has congratulated renowned legal luminary and former Chairman, Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Ibadan branch, Akeem Agbaje, on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Senator Alli described Agbaje as an outstanding legal practitioner whose contributions to the advancement of the legal profession and justice sector remain commendable and impactful. The lawmaker said that Agbaje’s tenure as NBA Chairman was marked by visionary leadership, dedication to professional ethics and unwavering commitment to the rule of law, and institutional integrity. Alli extolled Agbaje’s role in mentoring young lawyers, promoting legal reforms, and strengthening the justice system describing him as a pride to Oyo State. He added that Agbaje’s consistent advocacy for fairness, equity, and good governance has earned him respect across professional divides, making him a distinguished personality.  The...