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The management of Pacesetter Transport Services (PTS) is taking a firm stance against internal theft, vowing to sanction staff caught stealing company property.  This comes after several staff were apprehended for various acts of pilfering, including the theft of rims and tires from Ashock Layland buses last week. One staff member has reportedly absconded to avoid arrest. The Chairman and Sole Administrator, Hon. Salami Dikko, announced on Saturday that about 73 rims, with an estimated value of over 150,000 each, were stolen by three company vulcanizers.  In addition to the stolen rilms, other staff members, including drivers, have been caught stealing diesel and collecting cash fares without issuing receipts through the Card Payment System. They were Olalekan Ismaila, Soliu Isiaka, Ademola Adewusi Joseph, among others.  Those apprehended have been handed over to the police, and efforts are underway to apprehend those who are still at large. ...

The member representing Ibadan North Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle (DON), has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic rainstorm incident that occurred last week at Bodija Market in Ibadan North Local Government, which reportedly claimed a life and left several others affected. In a press statement made available to journalists through his Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mr. Bodija Akinwale, the federal lawmaker described the incident as unfortunate and heartbreaking, extending his heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased and all individuals impacted by the disaster. Hon. Oyekunle stated that he received the news with sadness, noting that no family should have to experience such a painful loss resulting from a natural disaster. The lawmaker further disclosed that he has directed that a proper investigation be carried out to determine the actual cause and circumstances surrounding...

While Nigerians mark June 12 Democracy Day in celebration of freedom, justice, and democratic progress, the Accord candidate for Oyo Central Senatorial District in the 2027 election, Wale Ajani, has declared that there is little to celebrate in Oyo State as 39 students and seven teachers abducted by armed men in Ahoro Esinle community, Oriire Local Government Area, have remained in captivity since May 15. In a strongly worded statement released to the media, Ajani described the prolonged captivity of the victims as a heartbreaking tragedy, a national embarrassment, and a painful reminder that democracy means nothing when innocent citizens are left at the mercy of criminals. According to reports, the victims were abducted when armed men attacked one secondary school and two primary schools in Ahoro Esinle community in Oriire district. As Nigerians observe Democracy Day on June 12, the victims have now spent 28 days in captivity, a situation Ajani said should shak...

As Nigeria commemorates Democracy Day on June 12, the Executive Chairman of Egbeda Local Government, Hon. Sikiru Oyedele Sanda (Lajue), has called on residents to remain committed to democratic values, stressing that sustainable democracy can only be achieved when governance prioritises the grassroots. In his Democracy Day message to the people of Egbeda Local Government and residents of Oyo State at large, Hon. Sanda described June 12 as a historic reminder of the sacrifices, resilience and collective struggle that shaped Nigeria’s democratic journey. The council chairman noted that democracy remains meaningful only when the voices, aspirations and welfare of the people at the grassroots occupy the centre of governance and public policy. According to him, local government remains the closest tier of government to the people and serves as the foundation upon which participatory governance, development and accountability can flourish. Hon. Sanda state...

The Association of Local Government Chairmen in Oyo State has felicitated with Oyo state residents, Nigerians on the celebration of June 12 Democracy Day, describing the date as a symbol of the people’s determination, resilience, and commitment to democratic values. In a statement jointly signed by the Chairman of the Association, Hon. Sikiru Sanda, and the Publicity Secretary, Hon. Ibrahim Akintayo, the council chairmen reaffirmed their commitment to promoting good governance, grassroots development, and the ideals of democracy across the state. The chairmen noted that June 12 remains a significant milestone in Nigeria’s democratic journey, representing the strength of the people’s voice and the sacrifices made in the pursuit of a government that reflects the aspirations of citizens. While commending the efforts of the Oyo State Government in ensuring the safety and security of residents, the council chairmen expressed solidarity with the ongoing efforts to res...

The Federal Lawmaker representing Ibadan North Federal Constituency, Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle (DON), has congratulated the newly reconstituted Minority Leadership of the House of Representatives, describing their emergence as a reflection of democratic maturity, constructive engagement and the strengthening of parliamentary opposition in Nigeria. Hon. Oyekunle made this known in a Democracy Day statement personally signed by him on Friday, where he extended his warm felicitations to the newly elected leaders following the successful reconstitution of the Minority Leadership through a consensus arrangement among opposition parties represented in the Green Chamber. The newly constituted leadership saw Rep. Frederick Agbedi (PDP, Bayelsa) emerge as Minority Leader, Rep. Abdussamad Dasuki (ADC, Sokoto) as Deputy Minority Leader, Rep. Mansur Manu Soro (APM, Bauchi) as Minority Whip, while Rep. George Ozodinobi (NDC, Anambra) retained his position as Deputy Minority Whi...