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The Forum of 33 Local Government Party Secretaries in Oyo State has declared total support for the emergence of Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi as the preferred candidate of Governor Seyi Makinde, describing the decision as a step in the right direction for the future of the state. In a joint statement issued after their meeting, the party secretaries commended Governor Makinde for what they described as his visionary leadership and consistent commitment to good governance across Oyo State. The forum noted that Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi possesses the experience, competence, and political understanding required to sustain the developmental strides already witnessed under…

Gunmen have killed Kolade Eluyera, son of the women leader of the Accord Party in Irewole LGA of Osun state. The incident occurred on Friday night near Onireke Mosque in Ikire, where the deceased was attacked and shot dead. His body was later recovered with gunshot wounds. The development has triggered a blame game between the campaign organisations of Ademola Adeleke, governor of Osun, and Bola Oyebamiji, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in the state. Reacting to the matter, Pelumi Olajengbesi, spokesperson for the Imole campaign council of Adeleke, alleged that the killing was carried out by suspected…

An aspirant for the Ona-Ara State Constituency seat, Dr. Temitope Afolabi, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing unresolved internal conflicts within the party as the reason for his decision. According to the information made available to the journalist, the former PDP aspirant expressed dissatisfaction over what he described as persistent internal crises and lack of unity within the party structure, noting that the development no longer aligned with his political vision and aspirations for the people of Ona-Ara. Although Dr. Afolabi confirmed his exit from the PDP, he disclosed that he is yet to officially announce…

The Chairperson of Lagelu local government, Mrs. Taiwo Abibat Mudashiru, has shared an incredible Mother’s Day tribute with mothers across Lagelu and the entire country. In her special message released on Mother’s Day, Mrs. Mudashiru praised the tireless dedication and sacrifices of Nigerian mothers, describing them as the backbone of families and communities. “I want to thank every single mother here in Lagelu and all across our nation, for your hard work every single day,” she said. “Lagelu mums are raising the future of our country by championing the most important job there is on earth. I just want to…

The Allied People’s Movement, APM has released its timetable for 2027 general elections including fees for all elective positions. A statement signed by the National Chairman of the party , Alhaji Yusuf Maman Dantelle said the fee for States House of Assembly is 2M, House of Representatives 5M, Senate, 8M, Governorship, 25M, while President is to cost 35M. Dantelle stated that the expression of interest fee for the elective offices also included for the House of Assembly 400,000,00, House of Representatives, 500,000,00, Senate , 2M, Governorship, 3.5M while President is 5M. While agreeing according to the 2026 amendment of electoral…

The Oyo State Ministry of Youth and Sports, in collaboration with youth stakeholders, the PDP Youth Leadership, student bodies, and various youth-based organizations across the state, has concluded arrangements for a grand solidarity and appreciation march in honour of the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde. The event, scheduled to hold on Saturday, May 30, 2026, is aimed at celebrating what organisers described as Governor Makinde’s seven years of transformative leadership, people-oriented governance, and remarkable infrastructural and economic development across Oyo State. According to a statement issued by the Honourable Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Honourable Wasilat Adegoke…

In every political generation, a moment comes when a state must decide whether it wants continuity of progress or a return to uncertainty. Oyo State appears to be approaching that defining moment, and the growing conversation around Bimbo Adekanmbi is steadily reshaping the political atmosphere across the state. Though official clarifications have emerged that Governor Seyi Makinde is still consulting and has not formally announced a successor, the mere mention of Adekanmbi’s name within serious political conversations has already altered the mood in Oyo politics. What is even more remarkable is not just the political debate his name has generated,…

Political leaders and stakeholders in Lagelu Local Government Area of Oyo State, led by former Commissioner, Oribayo Okeyode, have expressed profound appreciation to the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, for endorsing Olajide Akintunde as the consensus candidate for the 2027 general election in Lagelu State Constituency. The leaders, in a jointly signed statement made available to journalists on Friday, described Governor Makinde’s decision as a reflection of his confidence in the performance, loyalty, and grassroots connection of Hon. Akintunde, popularly known as AKT. According to the group, the endorsement has further strengthened unity within the political structure in Lagelu…

Hon. Olajide Akintunde, popularly known as AKT, representing Lagelu State Constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, has officially resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing unresolved internal conflicts within the party. According to information made available to journalists, the resignation letter was dated May 3, 2026, and formally submitted to his ward party chairman on May 7, 2026. In the letter, Hon. Akintunde expressed appreciation to party leaders, members, and supporters who stood by him throughout his political journey under the PDP, but noted that persistent internal disagreements and divisions within the party made it difficult for…

Hon. Akintunde Olajide Emmanuel, member of the Oyo State House of Assembly representing Lagelu state constituency, has emerged as the consensus candidate for the 2027 election cycle. The announcement comes shortly after his official resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), signaling a major shift in his political journey. The thrilling development has sent waves of excitement across Lagelu as critical stakeholders, party heavyweights, and grassroots leaders have unanimously thrown their full weight behind him. Described as “the people’s choice,” AKT’s emergence has been warmly welcomed by a mass of indigenes and residents of the state constituency. Stakeholders have continue…