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Shooting Stars Assistant Coach, Olowokere, Slumps, Dies During Training
The new Assistant Coach of Shooting Stars Sports Club, Ibadan, Oyo State, Akin Olowokere, on Monday morning, slumped and died. He was one of the recently appointed coaches 3SC. As of press time, there were no official reports on what led to his death. However, eyewitnesses told Hifox News in Ibadan, the state capital, that…
Olubadan: Ladoja Awaits Makinde’s Nod After Council Nomination
Former Oyo State governor, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, on Monday, emerged as the Olubadan-designate, following a unanimous nomination by the Olubadan-in-Council. The endorsement, which was held at the Olubadan Palace in Oke-Aremo, in the Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo State, marked a significant step in the traditional succession process. The formal confirmation of his…
UPDATED: Protest In Ibadan As Police Stray Bullet Kills Student Going For WAEC (VIDEO)
Some youths in Ibadan on Tuesday protested at Oyo State Government Secretariat over the killing of a student by a stray bullet allegedly fired by a policeman. The student, said to be writing the ongoing West African Examinations Council (WAEC) was hit by the stay bullet around Gbagi market road in the early hours of…
Again, Tanker Explosion Destroys Shops, Vehicles In Oyo
Properties worth several millions of naira were destroyed on Saturday, following a tanker explosion along Lead City University Road, near the Ibadan Toll Gate in the Oyo State capital. According to findings, the explosion occurred around 2:45 p.m., causing significant damage to nearby shops, vehicles, and motorcycles. One of the affected shops reportedly housed computer…
Traders Count Losses As Fire Razes Shops In Another Ibadan Market
At least 12 shops have been razed in a late night fire at Araromi Market, Agodi gate Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. The fire which reportedly started around 11pm Thursday night, happened within the Cement trading section of the market It affected at least 12 shops before it was put out by men of the…
Ladoja’s Show, Prayers For Nigeria: How Eid-el-fitr Celebrations Went Down In Oyo
After 30 days of devotion, perseverance and dedication to the pillars as well as principles of Islam, today, Muslim faithful joined their counterpart around the world to commemorate Eid-el-Fitr prayers, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan. Oyo Muslim ummahs gathered at various Eid Prayer Grounds across the state to offer prayers of thanksgiving…
VIDEO: Ibadan Market Fire Victims Demand Swift Rebuilding Amid Uncertainty
Several traders affected by a the fire recent incident that ravaged Aleshinloye Market, Ibadan Oyo State capital have called on the state government to quicken the rebuilding process of their burnt up shops. Recall that an inferno had last Tuesday destroyed Goods worth millions in a late-night fire outbreak at some parts of the popular…
Four Die In Lagos-Ibadan Expressway Accident
The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the death of four passengers in a lone accident along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway. The police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, confirmed this in a statement issued in Abeokuta, the state capital, adding that other passengers on the bus sustained injuries. She said the accident occurred on Sunday night in the…
Oyo Govt Debunks Rumoured Olubadan’s Death
The Oyo State Government has debunked media reports suggesting that the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, is dead. Some media reports on Monday night claimed that the revered monarch was dead. However, in an interview with Newsmen, Oyo State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Wasiu Olatunbosun, refuted the rumours. READ ALSO: Industrialization Tops Agenda…
Makinde Receives Report On Bodija Explosion Relief Fund, Promises Quick Implementation
Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has received the report of the Committee on Management/Disbursement of Bodija Explosion Relief Fund, noting that the state government will look into the recommendations and implement them as appropriate. Governor Makinde, who was represented by the Deputy Governor who also doubles as the chairman of the relief fund committee, Barr….
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