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Former presidential candidate Kwankwaso and Oyo State Governor Makinde met privately in Ibadan to strengthen ties and discuss party strategies ahead of the 2027 elections.

The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company plans to rehabilitate hydro plants in Oyo and Osun states and aims to add 200 megawatts of supply through direct purchases from generating companies to enhance electricity reliability.

Munachi Umenyi, a 12-year-old girl who was kidnapped in Ibadan, Nigeria, has been released after 13 days of captivity.

Senator Musa Kwankwaso inaugurated the New Nigeria People’s Party office in Ibadan, marking the party's expansion in Oyo State ahead of the 2027 elections.

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde met with Rabiu Kwankwaso in a private meeting in Ibadan, highlighting ongoing political consultations in Nigeria ahead of the 2027 general election.

The Oyo State Police have arrested two suspected robbers in Ibadan, recovering toy pistols and drugs during their operation.

Two suspects have been arrested by the Oyo State Police in connection with the suspected murder of a 62-year-old woman in Ibadan.

The Oyo State Government has closed down Ar-Rahmon Khabul Herbal Nigeria Limited due to environmental violations and health concerns raised by residents.

Heavy gridlock caused by construction at Sagamu Interchange left commuters stranded on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and Sagamu-Benin highway.

Oyo State firefighters were attacked by looters while responding to a fire incident in Ibadan, resulting in an injury to one officer.

A 12-year-old girl was kidnapped in Ibadan, Oyo State by masked assailants who fired shots to intimidate witnesses.

A celebration of Professor Lateef Babatunde Ayeleru's 60th birthday highlights his contributions and character as an educator and leader.

The Olubadan of Ibadanland has intensified efforts against land grabbing, resulting in the arrest of a suspect who was handed over to the Department of State Services.

A fire at the Iya Maryam Adebara Complex in Ibadan destroyed 10 shops, with no casualties reported.

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has condemned open cattle grazing in Ibadan and warned of legal repercussions for those who defy the law.

The Oyo State Police have arrested a man for allegedly attacking a commercial motorcyclist in Ibadan, with the help of local vigilantes.

The Federal Road Safety Corps warns motorists to adhere to traffic regulations on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, particularly against one-way driving during ongoing repairs.

The Oyo State Police seized a significant amount of illicit drugs, including Canadian loud and Indian hemp, during an operation in Ibadan.

Stakeholders in Oyo State advocate for stronger legislation and investment to eradicate Female Genital Mutilation during a media briefing in Ibadan.

The Federal Government has announced a six-week partial closure of the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway for urgent repairs on multiple bridges due to traffic congestion concerns.

The Olubadan of Ibadan praised Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for his infrastructure development efforts and urged for a clear constitutional role for traditional rulers in Nigeria's governance.

Various distinguished individuals, including Olu Aboderin's family and Chief Onikepo Akande, received icon awards during the 50th anniversary celebration of Oyo State in Ibadan.

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has named the new PDP secretariat in Ibadan after former state chairman Alhaji Omokunmi Mustapha, highlighting the party's resurgence since returning to power in 2019.

Alumnae of Yejide Girls Grammar School gathered to mark the school's 70th anniversary with a thanksgiving service in Ibadan, celebrating their academic achievements and shared experiences.

A truck crash on the Lagos-Ibadan expressway resulted in six fatalities and 23 injuries, attributed to driver fatigue and excessive speed.

Anthony Joshua has paid tribute to his two friends who perished in a car accident that he also narrowly escaped on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in Nigeria.

Former world champion Anthony Joshua has left the hospital two days after a severe car accident on the busy Lagos-Ibadan highway, where he lost two close friends and trainers, raising doubts about his return to boxing according to promoter Frank Warren.

Anthony Joshua's chauffeur, Kayode Adeniyi, has been charged with reckless driving following a crash on the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway that resulted in the deaths of two of the boxer's friends.

Boxer Anthony Joshua was hospitalized after a car crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, which resulted in the deaths of two of his close friends and has left many questions unanswered.

British boxing star Anthony Joshua was involved in a serious car accident on the dangerous Lagos-Ibadan highway in Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of two passengers while he sustained minor injuries.