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The Oyo State Police Command has arrested three individuals suspected of armed robbery who were found in possession of a toy pistol and six mobile phones. The suspects were intercepted during a routine stop-and-search operation in Bodija.
A recent initiative, the Active Citizens Hangout in Ibadan, is presented as a novel approach to civic engagement. This model aims to bridge the gap between traditional governance structures and youth participation by creating accessible and interactive platforms for dialogue and accountability.
In a bid to address Nigeria's skills deficit, a program known as Skill-Up Ibadan has successfully trained 60 youths, providing them with essential practical and entrepreneurial skills to improve their job readiness.
A devastating incident occurred in Ibadan, Oyo State, where a petrol-laden truck lost control, resulting in the deaths of at least six individuals and injuring several others. The truck also destroyed multiple tricycles in the Beere/Agodi Road area.
Oyo State police have arrested six individuals suspected of being part of a gang that conducts armed robberies using tricycles. The suspects were taken into custody at a hotel after police received a tip-off from locals.
The Oyo State Police Command has called for assistance from the public in identifying a woman whose body was discovered in a drainage channel in Ibadan. The lifeless body was found with apparent signs of violence, raising suspicions about the cause of death.
A 29-year-old individual named Damola Bankole has been presented in court for allegedly stealing a motorcycle valued at N650,000. The charges against him include conspiracy and theft.
Precious Mogaji, a 26-year-old woman, was allegedly killed by her boyfriend, Quadri Mohammed, in Ibadan, Oyo State. The incident was confirmed by the police and is under investigation.
Biodun Jeyifo, a prominent Nigerian academic and literary critic, was interred on Wednesday in his hometown of Ibadan, following his passing on February 11 at the age of 80. The ceremony was attended by family, friends, and notable figures, including Wole Soyinka.
A fire incident in Ibadan on March 3 resulted in the death of one individual after a Lexus SUV lost control, overturned, and ignited. The Oyo State Fire Services acted promptly to manage the blaze and assist victims.
Employees of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) have lodged a complaint with the Oyo State Real Property Protection Agency regarding an alleged illegal occupation of their properties in Ibadan by land speculators. The petition details instances of property destruction and threats to life.
A visitor was apprehended while trying to transport suspected hard drugs concealed within cooked food into the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Ibadan. The Nigerian Correctional Service has handed the suspect over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for further action.
Munachi Umenyi, a 12-year-old girl who was kidnapped in Ibadan, Oyo State, has been released after spending 13 days in captivity. Her family confirmed her safe return, thanking everyone for their support.
The downfall of D’Rovans Hotel in Ibadan echoes deeper themes of vanity and the ephemeral nature of life. Once a pinnacle of luxury and fame in Nigeria, the establishment has become a symbol of decline, raising questions about life's purpose and the inevitability of loss.
A 12-year-old female student was kidnapped in Ibadan on Thursday by masked gunmen, prompting a police investigation and rescue efforts. Eyewitnesses reported the assailants fired shots into the air during the abduction.
