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The 2027 Oyo State governorship candidate of Accord, Oriyomi Hamzat, has unveiled the official Media Team of his campaign, bringing together media professionals, political strategists, communication experts and creative practitioners as the campaign moves into a new phase. Oriyomi Hamzat personally approved, signed, and presented appointment letters to members of the team on Friday in Ibadan. At the centre of the new media structure is Samuel Ibikunle (ArugboBoisi), a seasoned broadcast journalist and communicator with years of experience from management roles at different broadcast stations across southwest Nigeria, who was appointed the Official Spokesperson. Leading the Directorates is Olabode Rufai Anisoloja, a strategic thinker and communications consultant, appointed Director of Strategic Communications & Public Engagement. Tobiloba Ogunsina, JP (Wokilumo), a political strategist and public relations practitioner, takes charge as Director o...

The 2027 Oyo State governorship candidate of Accord, Oriyomi Hamzat, has unveiled the official Media Team of his campaign, bringing together media professionals, political strategists, communication experts and creative practitioners as the campaign moves into a new phase. Oriyomi Hamzat personally approved, signed, and presented appointment letters to members of the team on Friday in Ibadan. At the centre of the new media structure is Samuel Ibikunle (ArugboBoisi), a seasoned broadcast journalist and communicator with years of experience from management roles at different broadcast stations across southwest Nigeria, who was appointed the Official Spokesperson. Leading the Directorates is Olabode Rufai Anisoloja, a strategic thinker and communications consultant, appointed Director of Strategic Communications & Public Engagement. Tobiloba Ogunsina, JP (Wokilumo), a political strategist and public relations practitioner, takes charge as Director o...

The Oyo Governorship Candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sen. (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli, has felicitated with the immediate past chairman of the party in the state, Alhaji Olayide Moshood Abas, on his 77th birthday. In a statement he personally issued on Sunday, Alli described Abas as a veteran progressive, dependable party leader and one of the pillars of the APC in Oyo State. He said that Abas had contributed significantly to the growth, stability and consolidation of the party through decades of political and public service. Alli said that the former chairman’s wealth of experience, wisdom, loyalty and understanding of party politics had made him an invaluable asset to the APC. According to him, Abas’ leadership has been characterised by maturity, courage, sacrifice and commitment to the collective interest of the party. “All these years, Alhaji Abas has remained a loyal and committed progressive, contributing immensely to the growth and stability o...

The so-called sterling performance of Engr. Seyi Makinde has been over exaggerated and over blown. The administration of Adewolu Ladoja, Alao Akala and Ajimobi highlighted water availability in some areas of Ibadan as sacrosanct and of immense necessity .  Under Engr Seyi Makinde is an ugly situation of deteriorating and total neglect to water works Eleyele , Asejire dam which provided a profound solution to the water menace around Ibadan and its environs. GSM has prioritized a populist agenda over social amenities that would have benefited the masses.  The Governor should be reminded that only the rich can afford the exuberant cost of Bolehole. Investigative journalism reveals that some of the quality water equipment purchased by the regime of Ladoja was sold off by the GSM led government. GSM is projecting himself as a masses oriented government, he must certify such claims by making meaningful steps  through  the rural roads network which will result i...

The so called sterling performance of Engr Seyi Makinde has been over exaggerated and over blown. The administration of Adewolu Ladoja, Alao Akala and Ajimobi highlighted water availability in some areas of Ibadan as sacrosanct and of immense necessity .  Under Engr Seyi Makinde is an ugly situation of deteriorating and total neglect to water works Eleyele , Asejire dam which provided a profound solution to the water menace around Ibadan and its environs. GSM has prioritize populist agenda over social amenities that would have benefited the masses.  The Governor should be reminded that only the rich can afford the exuberant cost of Bolehole. Investigative journalism reveals that some of the quality water equipment purchased by the regime of Ladoja were sold off by the GSM led government. GSM is projecting himself as a masse oriented government must certify such claims by making meaningful steps  through  the rural roads network whi...

Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli, the All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Candidate in Oyo State, has congratulated Ambassador Florence Ajimobi on her appointment as Nigeria’s Governor on the 35-member Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for the 2026–2028 term. Alli, in a statement on Sunday, described the appointment as a significant diplomatic achievement for Ajimobi, a proud moment for Oyo State and a boost to Nigeria’s role in global nuclear governance.  He said her selection reflected the confidence in her diplomatic experience and capacity to represent Nigeria in discussions on the peaceful use of nuclear science and technology. “This is not only a personal achievement for Ambassador Ajimobi but also a proud moment for Oyo State and Nigeria. “Her appointment reflects the confidence reposed in her ability to contribute to critical global discussions on nuclear science and technology,” Alli said. The APC candidate sa...

Our attention has been drawn to the press statement by Dr. Sulaimon Olanrewaju, media aide to Governor Seyi Makinde, titled "Distinguished Engineer vs Jejune Lawyer." We will not descend into name-calling. We will respond with facts that Oyo people see every day. 1. ON STREETLIGHTS: WHO IS FAILING OYO? The media aide said we should blame APC Federal Government for blackout because generators are used for streetlights. This is laughable. Sir, you are the Governor of a State. You budgeted billions for streetlights. If you knew the national grid has challenges, why didn't your "distinguished engineering" provide a sustainable solution from day one instead of burning expensive diesel every night? You boast of a 5MW solar plant being upgraded to 12MW. For how many years has this story been told? In 2026, Oyo people still see generators powering streetlights with noise and fumes. That is not leadership, that is wasteful management. A real Engineer would ha...

With gratitude to Almighty Allah, I am deeply honoured to announce my elevation from Ekarun Balogun Olubadan of Ibadanland to Ekerin Balogun Olubadan of Ibadanland. I sincerely thank His Imperial Majesty, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja, Arusa I, the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, and members of the Olubadan Advisory Council for the trust, honour and confidence reposed in me through this elevation. I receive this new responsibility with humility, gratitude and a renewed commitment to serve with loyalty, dignity and respect. I was unable to personally attend the elevation ceremony at the Olubadan Palace, Oke-Aremo, Ibadan, as I am currently in the Holy Land performing Lesser Hajj (Umrah). I am grateful to Almighty Allah for the opportunity to seek His blessings and guidance at this important moment in my life and to offer prayers for Ibadanland, Oyo State and our people. I deeply appreciate everyone who represented me and everyone who attended the ceremony, including the Mogajis, H...

Yesterday, Friday 81th September, 2026 His Imperial Majesty, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba (Sen) Adewolu Ladoja approved the promotion of four High Chiefs in the Balogun chieftaincy line. 1. Oba Abiodun Azeez Agagugu: Elevated from Ashipa Balogun to Osi Balogun of Ibadanland. 2. Oba Akeem Mobolaji Adewoyin: Elevated from Ekerin Balogun to Ashipa Balogun of Ibadanland. 3. Oloye Agba (Sen) Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli: Elevated from Ekarun Balogun to Ekerin Balogun of Ibadanland. 4. Oloye Agba Samuel Adegboyega Adeniran: Elevated from Abese Balogun to Ekarun Balogun of Ibadanland, thereby becoming a member of the Olubadan-in-Council. Kabiyesi congratulated the newly promoted High Chiefs and charged them to continue to serve Ibadanland with dedication, loyalty and commitment to tradition. The promotion to the position of Abese Balogun downwards will be announced later.

The alleged controversy surrounding the candidacy of the popular Broadcaster cum Politician, Oriyomi Hamzat as the 2027 governorship candidate of Accord in Oyo state has finally been laid to rest by the Party's secretary in the state, Hon. Olayinka Dairo who authoritatively confirmed during a Live radio programme in Ibadan on Friday that Oriyomi Hamzat is the Guber Candidate recognised by the national electoral body, INEC. The party secretary, who has previously been associated with claims alongside other members of the state executive that Hamzat is not the party’s authentic governorship candidate, reportedly acknowledged during the live radio programme that Oriyomi Hamzat is currently the only Accord governorship candidate being recognised by INEC The development shows a significant clarification to the ongoing controversy over the party’s 2027 governorship ticket in Oyo State. During the Live radio programme which was widely monitored by newsmen,  Hon. Da...

The Oyo State Accord guber candidate for the 2027 general election, Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat, has procured 120 brand new Okadas to promote easy accessibility across every nook and cranny of Oyo State through the campaign season.  The first batch of the new bikes which arrived at the premises of Agidigbo 88.7FM Ibadan was distributed to leaders of the party across the 33 local government areas of the State.  According to one of the leaders of the Accord in the State, Elder Tunde Suara, "the motorbikes will not only make campaigns easy for members of the party but will also further help extend the goodwill of Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat to indigenes and residents of Oyo State in remote areas".  He said as more batches of the Okadas arrive in the coming days, the name Oriyomi Hamzat and the Accord political party will resonate louder in the hearts of all and sundry.  Appreciating Alhaji Oriyomi Hamzat for the political will while receiving the bikes, lead...

The All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Oyo State, Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli, has appointed seasoned journalists and communication professionals to key positions in his campaign media and publicity team. This was contained in a statement issued by Dare Adekanmbi, Media Consultant to Senator Sharafadeen Alli and made available to newsmen on Thursday in Ibadan. The appointments include former South-West Bureau Chief of The Nation newspaper, Mr Bisi Oladele, as Director of Media and Publicity; Mr Kehinde Olaosebikan as Director of Strategic Communication and Mr Bolaji Tunji as Director of Public Affairs. The immediate past Chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, Chief Ademola Babalola and Oyo State APC Publicity Secretary, Mr Olawale Sadare, would serve as Deputy Director and Secretary respectively on the Media and publicity team. Oladele, a seasoned multimedia journalist and communication strategist, brings more...

Senator (Dr) Sharafadeen Alli, All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Oyo State, has felicitated former Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Oyo State Council, Chief Ademola Babalola, on his 50th birthday. Alli described Babalola as an accomplished journalist, administrator and passionate advocate of professional excellence, whose contributions to the development of journalism and the NUJ in Oyo State remained worthy of commendation. The APC candidate said attaining the age of 50 was not merely a celebration of years, but an opportunity to appreciate a life of service, sacrifice, resilience and impact, describing Babalola's journey as inspiring. According to Alli, Babalola’s tenure as NUJ chairman demonstrated his commitment to the welfare of journalists and the advancement of the profession, noting that his leadership left enduring footprints in the council. “Chief Ademola Babalola has spent considerable years contributing to the growt...

Press Statement The governorship candidate of Accord, Dr. Oriyomi Hamzat has reacted to his official recognition by INEC.  The journey has just begun!  I receive this responsibility with deep humility and  great sense of duty to the people of Oyo State.  It is a call to serve, to lead, and to help build the Oyo State we all deserve. The journey ahead will demand courage and an unwavering commitment to the people.  I am ready to listen,  Ready to work,  And ready to bring a new perspective to governance one anchored on Service, Integrity, and Accountability. Together, we have a history to make, and that history must be about putting the people at the heart of government. Oyo State must set the pace.  This is our moment to believe again, to dream bigger,  and to build an Oyo where government truly works for everyone.  No excuses.  No distractions.  No turning back. The journey to a new dawn has begun. And ...

The Executive Chairman of Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo State and House of Representatives candidate of the Allied People's Movement (APM) Engr. Akeem Olatunji, has warned against deploying religion and other sensitive identities as tools of political mobilisation ahead of the 2027 general elections. Olatunji said Nigerians, irrespective of their religious, ethnic or political affiliations, must resist attempts by desperate politicians to exploit existing sentiments and create divisions for political and electoral gains. The council boss gave the warning while speaking on the need for peaceful coexistence and responsible political engagement ahead of the 2027 elections. He said the strength of Nigeria lies in its diversity, stressing that the country’s religious and ethnic differences should be regarded as assets rather than instruments for political manipulation. This was as he warned that whoever allows him or herself as a political tool to destabilize the rela...

The governorship ambition of Accord candidate in Oyo State, Dr. Oriyomi Hamzat has continued to receive the support of all important stakeholders. In what can be described as a home based support, the broadcast media industry has publicly demonstrated its support and commitments to ambition of the foremost broadcaster and political gladiator. Dr. Oriyomi Hamzat who toured broadcast stations for two days was warmly received with  joy from one Radio Station to another  for having the courage to pursue what was long considered to be an exclusive right of bourgeoises from other professions. From Tuesday to Wednesday, the Accord candidate and his entourage visited Jamz 100.1 fm, Splash fm, Lagelu fm, Fresh fm, Solution fm, Omoluabi fm, Success fm and many other stations in the first phase of the radio tour. At the Jamz fm media parley, the gubernatorial candidate was advised to keep to his promise of 75m each at both right and left of the circular roads acro...

In what appears like an irony of life, in which shame and castigations that are meant to bring down a man, turned out to be acceptance, celebration and upliftment.  This is exactly what played out between Dr. Oriyomi Hamzat, OH, The Governorship Candidate of Accord in Oyo State for the 2027 general election and his antagonists. While his opponents abused and wonder aloud about a radio man, in the name of a presenter will aspire to govern Oyo State, 'a step taken too far' in their myopic thinking by calling him Radionik to disparage and discourage his apirations. The association of all the radio and electronics repairers in Oyo State have identified with him publicly and has adopted him as the association's preferred governorship candidate. He has once again proved his critic and opponents wrong that he  is a strong man, who always sees the bigger picture in every situation. The Accord Governorship candidate has shown that he is a master strategist wh...

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State on Friday formally unveiled its governorship, senatorial, House of Representatives and State House of Assembly candidates for the 2027 general elections, with Senator Sharafadeen Abiodun Alli emerging as the party's governorship candidate. Speaking at the unveiling ceremony held at the Oyo State APC Secretariat, Oke-Ado, Ibadan, Senator Alli expressed gratitude to God Almighty, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, party leaders and members for considering him as the party's standard-bearer. Alli, who currently represents Oyo South Senatorial District in the Senate, said those who contested the governorship ticket alongside him should not be regarded as opponents but as brothers and critical stakeholders in the collective struggle for the party's victory. He stressed the need for unity among members, warning against division and internal disagreements ahead of the 2027 general elections. According to him, a uni...

A major political tsunami has hit the Oluyole Local Government chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC in Oyo state as a former Secretary of the council and chieftain of the party, Alhaji Adedokun Wasiu Adegboyega, alongside his political followers, defected to the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). The detectors were received at the residence of the executive chairman of the council, Engr. Akeem Olatunji on Wednesday, August 2. The defectors include: Mr Akindele Tajudeen popularly known as Oji, Alhaji Lateef Oladoja, Alfa Morounfolu Isiaka Lasisi, Mr. Ganiyu Olayiwola, Comrades Odunlami Olanrewaju, Akeem Atilola Kehinde, Olusegun Odetayo and Owolabi Tirimisiyu Ishola, all across different wards in the council. Adegboyega, a former political ally of the member representing Oluyole Federal Constituency, Hon. Tolulope Akande-Sadipe, was received into the APM fold alongside the APC Ward 9 Chairman, Akindele Tajudeen, popularly known as Orji, and other members of ...

The Executive Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, has commenced the grading of inner community roads across various parts of the council. The move according to him, is geared towards improving accessibility and easing transportation for residents within the council. The project, which covers several communities within Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo State, is part of the council administration’s efforts to address the condition of rural and inner-city roads that connect residents to major roads, markets, farms, schools and other essential facilities. Communities and areas benefiting from the ongoing grading exercise include Ogo-Oluwa area in Idi-Ayunre, Aba-Alfa, Aba Opa, Atagba, Aboloke, Aba Nla, Ayegun, Onila, Ayetoro, as well as Liberty Academy/Olugbemi Road. The grading project according to Olatunji, is expected to enhance the mobility of residents, reduce difficulties experienced by motorists and other road users, and improve economic a...