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The Allied Peoples Movement alleges that President Tinubu and the APC leadership deliberately sidelined Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde from key party activities and decision-making processes.
The Oyo State government has accused the Federal Government of intentionally excluding Governor Seyi Makinde from the launch of the Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode road reconstruction project, alleging political motives. This comes as an Anglican bishop highlighted the suffering of Nigerians, urging the FG to acknowledge the economic hardship.
The Nigerian government is taking steps to ensure textbooks reach students and combat learning poverty, while also being urged to adequately fund universities to maintain global recognition. Additionally, the government is moving to dualize the Ibadan-Ijebu Ode road.
Oladipupo Adebutu, a PDP candidate, has publicly questioned Governor Abiodun's delay in selecting a new Awujale of Ijebuland. Adebutu urged voters to reject the APC in the upcoming 2027 elections, linking the delay to political maneuvering.
The Fusengbuwa Ruling House in Ijebu-Ode has expressed support for its leaders, rejecting their purported removal amidst the ongoing Awujale selection process and allegations of financial impropriety.
Governor Abiodun presented Adeola to the Ijebu royal fathers, stating that his choice was guided by equity and competence. This event is part of broader political discussions, including the Kaduna 2027 elections.
An Ogun monarch has urged indigenes of Atikori Kingdom, Ijebu-Igbo, to unite and actively contribute to community development efforts ahead of his upcoming 25th coronation anniversary.
The Ogun State government has attributed gas emissions in Ijebu-Ode to methane and sulphide gases originating from underground fault lines, following investigations.
Top tennis players are facing challenging draws at Wimbledon, with Marin Čilić set to play Daniil Medvedev in the opening round. Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic are on the same side of the draw, while Donna Vekić will face Krueger.
The Ogun State government has relocated students from a school in Ijebu-Ode due to concerns over methane gas pollution. Governor Abiodun has assured the public of safety measures being taken.
A strange methane odour in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, Nigeria, has led to the closure of schools and the hospitalisation of several pupils. The incident has caused fear among residents who are demanding answers.
Recurring methane leaks have triggered a health scare in schools across Ijebu-Ode and neighboring communities in Ogun State, Nigeria, causing panic among students, parents, and teachers.
Millions gathered in Ijebu-Ode for the 2026 edition of the Ojude Oba Festival, a dazzling display of culture, history, and splendor, even without a sitting Awujale.
The Ojude Oba Festival has evolved from a local cultural gathering into a major tourism spectacle in Nigeria, attracting global attention to Ijebuland.
Armed gunmen abducted two persons yesterday along the Idi Ayunre axis of the Ijebu Ode Road in Oluyole Local Government Area of Oyo State.
A pedestrian died after being hit by a Toyota Coaster bus at Imowo, along the Imowo-Ibadan Road in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State.
Tension erupted in Ijebu-Jesa, Osun, as students clashed with police following the tragic death of a college student in a road accident.
A tribute celebrates Oba (Dr) Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the longest-reigning monarch of Ijebuland, highlighting his remarkable 65-year reign and lasting legacy.
The Fusengbuwa Ruling House has appealed to the Ogun State government to lift the suspension on the selection process for the new Awujale of Ijebuland.
Police operatives reportedly halted a scheduled rally organized by former governor Gbenga Daniel and laid siege to his Ijebu-Ode residence.
The 8th-day Fidau prayer for Alhaji Moshood Olatunde Bello, a director at Kings Guards Nigeria Limited, is scheduled to be held in his hometown of Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.
A chemical odour at a school in Ijebu Ode, Nigeria, triggered panic and led to the hospitalization of 30 students.
Four people were confirmed dead in a fatal road traffic crash that occurred late Monday night along the Ijebu-Ode–Ore expressway in Ogun State, Nigeria.
The Bubiade Royal Family seeks recognition of its lineage rights in the selection process for the new Awujale of Ijebuland, citing historical imbalance. Read More:…
Governor Abiodun has commissioned the Iworo–Ogbogbo–Igbeba road in Ijebu North-East, fulfilling a campaign promise and providing critical access to farmlands.
A family has sought President Tinubu's intervention regarding the stalled selection process for the Awujale Stool in Ijebu-Ode, expressing concern over the anxiety and delay in installing a new Awujale.
Nigerian political figures are discussing the 2027 presidential election, with debates surrounding President Tinubu's campaign council list, his engagement with citizens, and predictions for his re-election. The President has also linked a N296bn road project to the upcoming election.
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as 'Ogogo,' has died at the age of 65, prompting an outpouring of tributes from President Tinubu, fellow actors, and fans. He was buried in Ilaro, Ogun State, with many mourning his passing and celebrating his contributions to Nigerian culture.
This article is an archive entry related to the Ibadan-Ijebu Ode Road.
The Fusengbuwa Ruling House of Ijebu Ode has petitioned Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, urging him not to recognize a breakaway faction in the succession process for the Awujale stool.
Dr. Samuel Olusegun Osoba, a renowned radical historian and public intellectual, passed away at his residence in Ijebu Ode, Ogun State, at the age of 92.
A fatal road crash at Ogere Junction on the Ijebu Ode-Benin expressway in Ogun State, Nigeria, has resulted in two deaths. Preliminary investigations suggest route and speed violations contributed to the incident.
Justice Mosunmola Dipeolu, the Chief Judge of Ogun State, unveiled two new courtrooms in Ijebu North, Ago-Iwoye, and Oru-Ijebu, aiming to enhance access to justice.
Ogun State officials have attributed the gas emission in Ijebu-Ode to natural geological activity along the Ifewara-Zungeru fault line, dismissing various myths surrounding the phenomenon and providing safety guidelines.
At the heart of the crisis is a series of unexplained gas emissions, now believed to contain significant concentrations of methane The post Gas from lab, earthquake, quarry?
The Ogun State Commissioner for Environment stated that investigations have found no evidence of criminal activity behind the recurring gas leaks in Ijebu-Ode schools, which have affected over 200 students.
The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the mysterious deaths of a woman, her four-year-old son, and another man, whose bodies were discovered in Ijebu-Igbo.
The Ojude Oba Festival 2026 in Ijebu-Ode is set to be a vibrant celebration of Yoruba heritage, culture, and its significant economic impact, showcasing traditional glamour and customs.
Governor Dapo Abiodun and Seyi Tinubu were present at the 2026 Ojude Oba Festival, a vibrant cultural celebration in Ijebu.
FCMB Group Plc has emphasized its strong, two-decade-long relationship with the century-old 'Ojude Oba' festival in Ijebu-Ode, noting that the event reflects a new generation's embrace of heritage, identity, and cultural confidence.
The 2026 Ojude Oba festival will be dedicated to celebrating the enduring legacy and exemplary leadership of the late Awujale of Ijebu land, Oba Sikiru Adet.
The Ogun State government has confirmed the full recovery and subsequent discharge of all victims affected by a recent gas leak incident in Ijebu-Ode. Authorities also deployed emergency teams and allayed public fears regarding the incident.
A US-China summit is testing bilateral ties amidst escalating tensions over Taiwan, trade, and AI technology, with China perceiving the US as a declining power. This occurs as the US also engages in confidential negotiations with Denmark for new military bases in Greenland and faces threats from Iran regarding uranium enrichment if attacked.
Gunmen have abducted Yahaya Sulaiman, a Fulani herdsman, in Ijebu Jesa, Osun State, and are demanding a N70 million ransom for his release.
APC members in Ogun’s Ijebu East protested at the Governor’s Office, rejecting attempts to impose candidates and demanding fair primaries for the 2027 elections.
Nigeria is grappling with a range of issues, including charges related to an alleged plot to overthrow President Tinubu, ongoing political maneuvering for future elections, and efforts to address economic challenges and security incidents.
Ogun State Police have launched "Operation No Traffic Gridlock," impounding six vehicles and clearing shanties in Sango-Ota and Ijebu-Ode to alleviate congestion.
Adetomiwa Adetilewa, an All Progressives Congress (APC) aspirant for the Ijebu Central Federal Constituency, has attributed Nigeria's economic hardship to structural issues, warning that real economic progress requires restructuring.
Civil society groups in Nigeria are demanding justice for a female student allegedly gang-raped in Ijebu Ode, citing police misconduct and intimidation of the family.
A proud son of Ogun State, born in Ijebu-Ode, Okubadejo—fondly called Dapo by friends and associates—stands today as one of Nigeria’s most accomplished technocrats in public service The post Okubadejo: Toast to an economic powerhouse, By Kayode Akinmade appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
The Keregbetu family of Ijebu-Ode has petitioned President Bola Tinubu to intervene and resolve the prolonged suspension of the selection process for a new Awujale of Ijebuland.
By Dele Sobowale Chief Adebutu is the first Nigerian to be awarded four National Honours. Chief was born by Muslim father and mother; yet he voluntarily became a Christian and served the Methodist Church of Nigeria, so diligently and faithfully, he became a Knight of John Wesley, 1703-1791, the highest honour in the church. To the best of […] The post How gaming “Baba Ijebu” has transformed Nigeria positively appeared first on Vanguard News.
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has flagged off the construction of a 2.38km flyover in Akure, defending its necessity and clarifying President Tinubu's position on infrastructure development. This comes as President Tinubu also flagged off the reconstruction of the Ibadan–Ijebu-Ode Road and approved the dualization of the Abeokuta–Ibadan road.
The Oyo State government has expressed strong disapproval over Governor Makinde’s exclusion from the Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode Road flag-off ceremony, citing political undertones.
Ijebuland is experiencing a complex succession crisis for the Awujale title, involving traditional customs, legal disputes, family interests, and allegations of political influence. The process has become more than a simple traditional exercise.
The Ogun State Government has installed Oba Abdul Fatai Olatunji Balogun as the Alaye of Imobiland in Ijebu East Local Government Area, with Governor Abiodun urging the new monarch to emulate the legacy of the late Awujale.
Across Ijebu-Ode, roads that had suffered decades of neglect have been reconstructed, rehabilitated, or expanded, making movement easier for residents, businesses, and visitors alike.
Gunmen killed a 19-year-old and injured three others in an attack in Ijebu-Jesa, Osun State.
The Ogun State Government announced the reopening of schools in Ijebu-Ode following safety reviews conducted after recurring gas emissions in the area.
Nollywood actor Ijebu has urged entertainers to plan for their lives beyond fame, emphasizing career longevity, comedy, and financial preparedness within the industry.
The Afobaje Council has disowned an alleged nomination letter from Olisa to Governor Abiodun regarding the selection of the paramount ruler of Ijebuland. The council described the move as unauthorized and contrary to established traditional frameworks.
A man has allegedly taken his own life by hanging himself in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. Police have commenced an investigation into the incident. Read More: https://punchng.com/man-hangs-self-in-ogun/
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke and other dignitaries narrowly avoided injury when a podium collapsed during a rally in Ijebu-Jesa, with no casualties reported.
All 69 students hospitalized following a suspected gas leak in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun, Nigeria, have been discharged as investigations into the incident continue.
Socio-cultural groups and age grades arrived in vibrant traditional attire for the annual Ojude Oba Festival in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State.
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Lawyer Ademola Okeowo has stepped down from his 2027 Ogun Assembly ambition for Ijebu North, choosing to support the APC’s consensus candidate to promote party unity.
Various reports from Nigeria detail incidents of police misconduct, high-profile fraud cases, legal disputes, and government policy decisions. These events collectively highlight ongoing challenges in law enforcement, financial integrity, and public administration across the nation.
Australia's far-right One Nation party secured its first-ever seat in the lower house of parliament, marking a historic victory in a special election. This outcome prompted calls for the Liberal party to accept the loss with humility.
The Chief Imam of Ijebu has publicly urged Governor Abiodun to expedite the appointment of a new Awujale, specifically requesting the selection be made before the upcoming Eid-el-Kabir festival. He expressed concern over the prolonged delay in filling the traditional leadership position.
Eric Teniola argues for the creation of additional states in Nigeria, including Anioma, Ijebu, Ogoja, and Ibadan, citing historical and structural imbalances.
An eyewitness provides an analysis of the 'politics of performance' in Ijebu-Ode, Nigeria, suggesting that if outcomes cannot be controlled internally, the narrative is managed externally.
Police in Ondo State, Nigeria, have arrested a 23-year-old man, Emmanuel Usman, for the alleged defilement of a 14-year-old girl in Ijebu-Owo.
Four people have died in a tragic road crash on the Ijebu Ode–Ore Expressway in Ogun, Nigeria, after a bus collided with a stationary truck, with speeding cited as the cause.
Ayopo Somefun is the South-West Zonal Co-ordinator of Parent Teacher Association of Unity Colleges, and also the Chairman of PTA of Federal Government Technical College, Ijebu Imushin The post PTA…
For the second time, the Ogun state government has suspended the selection process for the next Awujale, the paramount ruler of Ijebuland, following allegations of bribery.
A 30-year-old woman in Ijebu, Ogun State, reportedly committed suicide after her fiancé's family disapproved of their marriage.
By Dele Sobowale Chief Adebutu is the first Nigerian to be awarded four National Honours. Chief was born by Muslim father and mother; yet he voluntarily became a Christian and served the Methodist Church of Nigeria, so diligently and faithfully, he became a Knight of John Wesley, 1703-1791, the highest honour in the church. To the best of […] The post How gaming “Baba Ijebu” has transformed Nigeria positively appeared first on Vanguard News.