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Families of abducted pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have reportedly declined relief materials and financial assistance offered by government representatives, insisting that their primary concern is the safe return of their loved ones. A community leader disclosed that while government officials visited the affected communities to sympathise with residents and provide support, many parents expressed that no amount of material assistance could replace the […]

Teachers under the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Federal Capital Territory Wing, on Tuesday staged a peaceful solidarity rally in Abuja to advocate for improved security in schools and greater protection for teachers and students across the country. The demonstration brought together educators, union officials, education stakeholders, and supporters who marched through parts of the Federal Capital Territory carrying placards and banners with messages calling for safer learning environments and […]

Former Minister of Power and governorship aspirant of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State, Adebayo Adelabu, has stated that the party’s governorship candidate for the 2027 election has not yet been officially determined. Adelabu urged party members, supporters, and stakeholders to remain calm and avoid being influenced by speculations, unofficial announcements, and reports circulating on social media regarding the outcome of the party’s internal processes. According to him, […]

Former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, has raised concerns over the circumstances surrounding the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State, suggesting that there may be political undertones behind the incident. Speaking during a television interview, Fayose questioned the handling of the situation and expressed dissatisfaction with the response of the Oyo State Government following the abduction. According to him, the sequence of events […]

Public primary and secondary schools across Oyo State witnessed a widespread shutdown on Monday as teachers stayed away from classrooms in solidarity with abducted pupils and educators, while also drawing attention to growing concerns over insecurity in the state and across the country. The action led to the suspension of academic activities in many public schools, with students who had prepared for classes unable to resume learning for the day. […]

The Founder of the One Love Family and Living Perfect Master, Satguru Maharaj Ji, has urged the Oyo State Government and security agencies to explore non-kinetic strategies in ongoing efforts to secure the release of abducted teachers and pupils in Oriire Local Government Area. Expressing concern over the continued captivity of the victims, Maharaj Ji emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach that combines security operations with intelligence gathering, community […]

The governor disclosed that since 2023, his administration has paid a total of ₦882,752,717.50 in death benefits to 184 beneficiaries across the state public service. He also revealed that under the Personal Accident Insurance Scheme, the government had approved and released ₦1,866,719,123.15 to settle outstanding claims involving 563 beneficiaries, covering the period from September 2013 to August 1, 2023. Explaining the importance of the scheme, Adeleke said the Group Life […]

  Despite a heavy downpour, protesters on Monday took to the streets of Ibadan to demand urgent government intervention over rising insecurity and the growing threat posed by kidnappers and other criminal elements across Oyo State. The demonstrators, operating under a civil society platform, gathered in the early hours of the day before embarking on a peaceful march through major parts of the state capital. Undeterred by the persistent rainfall, […]

  Hundreds of concerned residents in Ogun State on Monday staged a peaceful protest against the worsening security situation in the country, calling on the Federal Government and security agencies to take urgent and decisive action to protect lives and property. The demonstrators, made up of youths, traders, professionals, parents, religious leaders, and nursing mothers, gathered in Abeokuta to express their frustration over the growing cases of kidnapping, banditry, terrorism, […]