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The gubernatorial candidate of the Allied People's Movement (APM) in Oyo State, Bimbo Adekanmbi, and his running mate, Muftau Open Salawu, have continued their statewide thank-you tour with visits to party leaders, stakeholders and executives in Ogbomosho North, Ogbomosho South and Oriire Local Government Area, calling for unity and renewed commitment among party members ahead of the 2027 general elections. During the engagements, Adekanmbi expressed appreciation to party faithful for their support and confidence following his emergence as the APM governorship candidate, describing party members as the backbone of the party's growing strength across the state. He commended their dedication and sacrifices, urging members to remain united and work collectively towards strengthening the party's structures across Oyo State. According to him, the task of building a formidable political platform requires harmony, cooperation and a shared commitment to the ...

When Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle (DON) emerged victorious in the August 2025 bye-election following the demise of his predecessor, many expected his relatively short time in office to limit what he could achieve. Instead, he has turned that assumption on its head. At a time when the National Assembly is constrained by delayed implementation of constituency budgets and limited fiscal space, many lawmakers have struggled to deliver projects to their constituents. Yet, Hon. Oyekunle has refused to allow these realities—or the fact that he came into office midway through the legislative term—to define his representation. Rather than offering excuses, he has chosen action. From sponsoring bills for the establishment of a Federal College of Nursing and Midwifery and a Federal Skills Acquisition Centre in Ibadan North, to facilitating jobs, healthcare, food palliatives, solar-powered boreholes, streetlights and community support initiatives, his representation has remained ...

The Oyo State chapter of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) has dismissed the reconciliation committee recently inaugurated by the All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the initiative as a futile exercise that will fail to resolve the party's lingering internal crisis ahead of the 2027 general elections. In a statement issued by the APM Publicity Secretary, Amubode Oluwatosin, the party said the APC was embarking on a "failed mission," arguing that the reconciliation effort was "dead on arrival" because of what it described as entrenched divisions within the opposition party. According to Amubode, the camp of the APC governorship candidate, Senator Sharafadeen Alli, allegedly operates a "winner-takes-all" approach and lacks the willingness to accommodate aggrieved stakeholders and party loyalists. He further alleged that appointments into key political offices, including SSG commissioner, special adviser and local governmen...

The Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, has intensified efforts to promote a cleaner and safer environment across various communities with the revival of the weekly environmental sanitation exercise.  This was as he officially launched grassroots sensitization campaign geared towards mobilising residents for active participation in the exercise.  The campaign commenced on Friday at the Toll Gate market in Ibadan, where the council chairman engaged traders, community leaders and other stakeholders on the need to embrace environmental cleanliness and strengthen community-based security measures. The sensitisation meeting, which attracted market men and women as well as traditional market leaders, culminated in a number of far-reaching resolutions structured to improve public health, security and environmental sustainability within the area. Among the resolutions reached were the commitment to improve sanitation standards across the...

The leadership of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) in Ibadan South East Local Government has reaffirmed its loyalty to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engr. Seyi Makinde, while also declaring its support for the party's governorship candidate, Mr. Abimbola Adekanbi. The declaration was made during a meeting of the apex leadership of the party held on Friday at the Ibadan South East Local Government Secretariat, Mapo. The meeting, attended by party leaders and stakeholders, commended Governor Makinde for what they described as his outstanding performance in Ibadan South East Local Government and across Oyo State. They noted that his administration has transformed the state through numerous infrastructural projects that have positively impacted the lives of residents. According to the stakeholders, the governor has demonstrated exceptional leadership, resulting in unprecedented achievements across various sectors of the state's economy. Part of the s...

The Polytechnic, Ibadan has announced the commencement of admissions into its full-time, evening and weekend part-time programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session, unveiling a range of newly accredited courses designed to meet the demands of today’s evolving job market. The institution disclosed that admission is currently ongoing for both National Diploma  and Higher National Diploma across its 83 academic programmes offered under six faculties and one institute, providing prospective students with diverse opportunities to pursue quality technical and professional education. Among the newly accredited programmes are Tourism Technology Management, Crime Management, Food Science Technology, Chemical Engineering, Fashion Technology, Mechatronics (Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Robotics), Cooperative Economics and Management, Pharmaceutical Technology, Taxation, Photography, and Library and Information Science, alongside over 32 additional cour...

A prominent political stakeholder from Ibadan South East Local Government Area of Oyo State and a loyalist of former Deputy National Chairman (South) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ambassador Taofeek Oladejo Arapaja, Hon. Damola Olayiwola, has declared his support for the Allied People's Movement (APM) and its 2027 governorship candidate, Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi. Olayiwola, alongside his supporters, publicly endorsed Adekanmbi on Friday, describing him as a visionary, experienced and competent leader with the capacity to transform Oyo State through purposeful leadership and inclusive governance. The declaration comes amid speculations that Ambassador Arapaja may defect to the All Progressives Congress (APC) following reported grievances within the political camp of Governor Seyi Makinde. While the rumours of Arapaja's possible defection have continued to generate political discussions across the state, Olayiwola said he would not be leaving for the ...

The governorship candidate of the Action People's Movement (APM) in Oyo State, Bimbo Adekanmbi, has sympathised with traders affected by the recent fire outbreak at Bode Market in Ibadan, describing the incident as a painful loss for many families and business owners. Adekanmbi, who visited the market today, to assess the extent of the damage, expressed sadness over the destruction of goods and means of livelihood caused by the inferno. He urged the affected traders to remain hopeful despite the unfortunate incident. As part of efforts to support the victims, the APM governorship candidate donated N2.5 million cash to traders whose shops and goods were destroyed by the fire. He said the gesture was intended to provide immediate relief and demonstrate solidarity with those affected. According to him, the fire disaster has further highlighted the need for improved safety measures in markets across the state, incl...

The much anticipated KSA Ido/Ibarapa East Football Competition 2026, sponsored by the APM House of Representatives candidate for Ido/Ibarapa East Federal Constituency, Engr. Kolawole Sheu Adedeji (KSA), will officially kick off on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The tournament will feature 16 teams, eight teams from Ido Local Government Area and eight teams from Ibarapa East Local Government Area competing for the championship title. Opening Fixtures (Ido Zone) Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026 Venue: St. Andrews Primary School, Omi Adio 12:00 Noon Analisa FC vs Penaro FC 2:00 p.m. Gadland FC vs Galaxy FC The Ibarapa East fixtures will commence on Sunday, July 5, 2026, with eight teams competing in their respective zone. At the end of the zonal matches, the top two teams from Ido will face the top two teams from Ibarapa East in the semi-finals to determine the finalists. The grand finale is scheduled for Sunday, July 26, 2026, and will be attended by the sponsor ...

Hon. Olasupo Adams, an Alied People's Movement (APM) aspirant for Ibadan North State Constituency II, has expressed profound appreciation to the Governor of Oyo State, , for the confidence reposed in Hon. Mrs. Toyin Balogun through her appointment to serve in the state government. In a statement made available to journalists, Adams described Governor Makinde as a leader who recognizes and rewards dedication, competence, loyalty, and hard work, noting that Hon. Mrs. Toyin Balogun's appointment as Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion was a testament to those qualities. According to him, Hon. Balogun demonstrated intelligence, courage, exceptional leadership, and unwavering commitment throughout her service, adding that her recent redeployment was undoubtedly in the overall interest of the administration. The APM aspirant commended the governor for providing Hon. Balogun with the opportunity to serve the people of Oyo State, describing th...

Hon. Olasupo Adams, an All Progressives Congress (APM) aspirant for Ibadan North State Constituency II, has expressed profound appreciation to the Governor of Oyo State, , for the confidence reposed in Hon. Mrs. Toyin Balogun through her appointment to serve in the state government. In a statement made available to journalists, Adams described Governor Makinde as a leader who recognizes and rewards dedication, competence, loyalty, and hard work, noting that Hon. Mrs. Toyin Balogun's appointment as Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion was a testament to those qualities. According to him, Hon. Balogun demonstrated intelligence, courage, exceptional leadership, and unwavering commitment throughout her service, adding that her recent redeployment was undoubtedly in the overall interest of the administration and the continued progress of the People's Democratic Party (PDP). The APM aspirant commended the governor for providing Hon. ...