Oyo State.
state of Nigeria
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What's happening
Active this week
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) announced a boycott in Oyo State.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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The African Action Congress (AAC) petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to monitor fund expenditure in Oyo State.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been called to investigate alleged misuse of state funds in Oyo State.Some support1 report
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An Allied Peoples Movement candidate is seeking to govern Oyo State in the 2027 elections.Some support6 reports1 development inside
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An Allied Peoples Movement candidate from Oyo State collaborated with NITDA and NANS representatives.Some support1 report
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The Nigerian Tribune is establishing a correspondent base in Oyo State as the gubernatorial election is underway.Some support1 report
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Oyo State operates within the larger national context of Nigeria.Well supported15 reports1 development inside
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Political campaigns must address shared state and national challenges.Some support1 report
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Security issues are prevalent in Oyo State, Nigeria.Well supported7 reports9 developments inside
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SSCE results show Kano State outperformed Lagos and Oyo State.Some support1 report
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A road project is promoting the expansion of Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State, while Sanda serves as Chairman of Egbeda Local Government.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The government is executing infrastructure projects in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State.Some support1 report
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Kidnapping incidents in Oyo State have escalated, with terrorists demanding billions of naira, prompting an official clarification regarding negotiation.Well supported4 reports5 developments inside
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Political leadership challenges and disputes over coalition viability are emerging in Oyo State and Abuja.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A political figure associated with the APC left the party in Oyo State following a conviction.Some support2 reports
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A loan has been approved by the French Treasury and AFD for a development program in Oyo State.Some support1 report
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Kano State Government and Oyo State competed for top educational ranking on September 27, 2026.Some support6 reports
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The All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership draws on prominent members from Oyo State and Imo State, with inauguration meetings taking place in Abuja.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) was involved in the governorship election contest in Oyo State on May 28, 2026.Some support5 reports3 developments inside
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The Allied Peoples Movement is conducting local outreach for senatorial candidates in Oyo State.Well supported10 reports4 developments inside
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The All Progressives Congress is actively seeking to reclaim power in Oyo State to secure Bola Ahmed Tinubu's victory.Well supported13 reports9 developments inside
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Grassroots groups appeal for inclusion in government, and a coalition seeks a structured relationship with the party in Oyo State.Some support1 report
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Contests for the governorship seat in Oyo State took place on May 28, 2026.Well supported10 reports5 developments inside
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Security concerns are reported in Oyo State, leading the Christian Association of Nigeria to comment on the government's capacity to address insecurity.Well supported25 reports6 developments inside
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The Peoples Democratic Party operates within the political landscape of Oyo State.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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A political contest is underway in Oyo State, where the Social Democratic Party is campaigning on promises of better education, healthcare, and employment.Some support3 reports4 developments inside
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Abidikugu is contesting for the House of Representatives in Oyo State.Some support1 report
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Political figures like Dele Momodu and Atiku Abubakar are involved in the ongoing political contest in Oyo State, highlighting APC's struggles.Some support1 report
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The APC-led government focuses on development initiatives in Oke-Ogun, Oyo State.Some support1 report
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The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) is a political party in Nigeria, and Oyo State is a state within Nigeria.Some support1 report
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Oladele resigned from SDP to join AAC, and AAC is campaigning for good governance in Oyo State.Some support2 reports
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A council meeting was held in Ibadan, Oyo State, involving the federal government.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Pension board meetings are currently underway in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State.Some support1 report
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PSN held a press conference in Ibadan and confirmed its branch operations within Oyo State.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The legislative body of Oyo State is involved in a process where UNICEF support is contingent on state legislation, prompting PSN to raise alarms regarding bill delays.Some support1 report
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Political alliances and challenges emerge in Nigeria as APM contests APC and PDP members align with the Governor in Oyo State.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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The federal government commenced recruitment for the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service while the DSS investigates school abductions in Oyo State.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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The government provides skills training and tools to youths in Oyo State.Some support1 report
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Oyo State transferred regulatory oversight from NERC, following Tinubu's signing of the Electricity Act 2023.Some support3 reports
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Seyi Makinde is confirmed as a candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement and concurrently holds the office of Governor of Oyo State.Some support1 report
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Oyo State assesses education status following school abductions, with state officials signing statements.Some support1 report
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President Tinubu addressed child welfare issues in Borno and Oyo, assuring the safe return of abducted children in Nigeria.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Parents in Borno and Oyo threaten to storm the Presidential Villa in Abuja, appealing to President Tinubu over government response.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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The government of Oyo State announced support for traditional leadership structures in the region.Some support1 report
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The gubernatorial race in Oyo State is underway, with allegations regarding campaign conduct surfacing between the major political parties.Some support2 reports
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APC candidate Sharafadeen Alli is running for Oyo State governorship, establishing farm settlements and raising concerns about agricultural policy.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Sharafadeen Alli's campaign criticized the Oyo State administration while the state managed Ibadan streetlights.Some support1 report
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Allegedly plots to vandalize campaign materials in Ibadan, the major city of Oyo State.Some support1 report
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The French government and companies have secured a €55 million concessional loan and funds payments for medical equipment procurement in Oyo State.Some support1 report
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Shared border issues regarding illegal mining activities between Kwara State and Oyo State.Some support1 report
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The Federal Government filed kidnapping charges against Muhammad Sani and Jibril Mohammed in Oyo State.Some support13 reports1 development inside
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A kidnapping trial related to charges filed in Oyo State has been moved to the capital city, Abuja.Some support2 reports
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Candidates from the Allied Peoples Movement and the New Nigeria Peoples Party are running in Oyo State.Some support1 report
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APC urged voters to support a governorship candidate while raising concerns about leadership quality and governance.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A chieftaincy dispute erupted in Komu Town, Oyo State, involving the Ariina Agbosoye Royal Family.Some support1 report
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Oyo State launched NLP with UNICEF support.Some support1 report
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An All Progressives Congress candidate began campaigning in Oyo State on September 1, 2026.Well supported5 reports
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A development concerning the former governor's jurisdiction was noted in Ibadan, Oyo State.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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APC criticizes Tinubu's economic reforms while operating within Oyo State.Some support2 reports
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The federal government is funding road reconstruction in Oyo State, and Yunus Akintunde represents the Oyo Central constituency.Some support2 reports
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Around Oyo State this week
News at the entities that move Oyo State most-
Nigeria StructuralProgram coverage includes the capital territory of Abuja.Moves Oyo State
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Ibadan StructuralTechConnect roadshow tours major commercial hubs including Owerri, Lagos, Ibadan, and Abuja.Moves Oyo State
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All Progressives Congress OperationalAdemola Adeleke, a former APC official, defeated the party in elections dating back to 2017.Moves Oyo State
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federal government StructuralThe government plans road reconstruction in a constituency and oversees infrastructure projects in Lagos.Moves Oyo State
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Bola Ahmed Tinubu StructuralLegislative body considers bills for state police in Nigeria.Moves Oyo State
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House of Assembly StructuralThe Governor of Cross River State made a call in Calabar on September 28, 2026, with the Speaker representing the state.Moves Oyo State
Connections
The 40 strongest of 337, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Nigeria Structural
Oyo State is a political subdivision within the sovereign nation of Nigeria.
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Ibadan Structural
Ibadan functions as the designated administrative and political capital city for Oyo State.
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All Progressives Congress Operational
APC actively competes for political power and influence within the jurisdiction of Oyo State, contesting elections and criticizing state administration.
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federal government Structural
The federal government provides the necessary national oversight, security guarantees, and policy framework that Oyo State relies upon to function effectively.
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Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission Structural
Oyo State assumed regulatory oversight functions previously held by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission.
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Bola Ahmed Tinubu Structural
As the President of Nigeria, Tinubu exercises executive authority, oversight, and the power to intervene in matters concerning Oyo State.
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House of Assembly Structural
The House of Assembly serves as the official state legislature for Oyo State.
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African Democratic Congress Operational
The African Democratic Congress is actively campaigning and contesting the governorship election within the jurisdiction of Oyo State.
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Allied Peoples Movement Operational
The Allied Peoples Movement actively campaigns, contests elections, and seeks to gain governing influence within the political structure of Oyo State.
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Nigerian Army Structural
Oyo State relies on the Nigerian Army for security operations, joint rescue missions, and maintaining order within its borders.
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Nigeria Police Force Operational
The Nigeria Police Force actively conducts security operations and addresses crises within the jurisdiction of Oyo State.
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Abuja Structural
The state of Oyo State is functionally dependent on the national government and administrative processes based in Abuja for security, legal, and fiscal matters.
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Social Democratic Party Operational
The Social Democratic Party actively campaigns for and operates within the political structure of Oyo State.
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Nigerian Air Force Operational
NAF and Oyo State maintain a formal partnership utilizing NAF aerial assets for security and rescue operations.
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Osun State Structural
Osun State originated from Oyo State, leading to ongoing shared operational coordination regarding security, governance, and infrastructure.
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Peter Obi Operational
Peter Obi actively engages with Oyo State by visiting, criticizing, and expressing concern over its security and governance issues.
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Dotun Oyelade Structural
Dotun Oyelade serves as the Commissioner for Information within the government structure of Oyo State.
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Borno State Operational
The two states are linked through shared, serious, and ongoing security challenges, including coordinated attacks and kidnapping crises, which draw comparative media attention.
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Peoples Democratic Party Structural
The Peoples Democratic Party actively participates in the political, electoral, and administrative life of Oyo State.
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Ibadan Airport Structural
Oyo State provides strategic funding and undertakes development projects for Ibadan Airport infrastructure.
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Accord Structural
Accord functions as a political entity whose operations are dependent on the electoral and administrative context of Oyo State.
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Adebo Ogundoyin Structural
Adebo Ogundoyin serves as the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, holding a key governmental role.
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Sanda Structural
Sanda holds a formal, governing position as Chairman of Egbeda Local Government within Oyo State.
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Demola Ojo Structural
Demola Ojo holds an appointed position as Deputy Director-General within the council structure of Oyo State.
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United Nations Transactional
Oyo State leadership has formally requested the United Nations to investigate abduction circumstances within the state.
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African Action Congress Operational
The African Action Congress operates within Oyo State, actively challenging and representing the interests of the state government regarding governance and security issues.
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Yunus Akintunde Structural
Yunus Akintunde serves as a political representative for the Oyo Central constituency within the geographical and political boundaries of Oyo State.
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Sunday Igboho Structural
Sunday Igboho operates within the jurisdiction of Oyo State and is subject to its executive orders and governance structures.
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Nigerian Armed Forces Operational
Oyo State actively seeks partnership and collaboration with the Nigerian Armed Forces for security operations within its jurisdiction.
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PSN Structural
PSN operates via a branch established within the jurisdiction of Oyo State.
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state government Operational
The state government is actively exercising its governing authority within the jurisdiction of Oyo State by implementing policies like curfews.
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Tunji Disu Structural
Tunji Disu, identified as the IGP, is functionally responsible for overseeing security operations within the jurisdiction of Oyo State.
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Olufemi Oluyede Operational
Olufemi Oluyede is actively deployed into Oyo State to manage and respond to serious security and kidnapping incidents.
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Christian Association of Nigeria Operational
CAN issues directives and mobilizes efforts to address security threats within the operational area of Oyo State.
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government Structural
one depends on the other
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Kwara State Operational
The two states are functionally linked by shared infrastructure and interact regarding border issues and movement.
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Davido Mentioned together
Davido uses his public platform to highlight and draw international attention to security and abduction crises originating in Oyo State.
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Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Operational
The EFCC actively investigates, demands contract details from, and collaborates with the Oyo State government on financial crime prevention.
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senate Operational
The Senate actively monitors and scrutinizes the governance and events occurring within Oyo State.
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Ahmed Ajibola Operational
A held the functional role of coordinator for a movement within the geographical and political boundaries of Oyo State.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
40 events- The African Action Congress (AAC) petitioned the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to monitor fund expenditure in Oyo State.
- The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been called to investigate alleged misuse of state funds in Oyo State.
- An Allied Peoples Movement candidate is seeking to govern Oyo State in the 2027 elections.
- An Allied Peoples Movement candidate from Oyo State collaborated with NITDA and NANS representatives.
- The Nigerian Tribune is establishing a correspondent base in Oyo State as the gubernatorial election is underway.
- Political campaigns must address shared state and national challenges.
- SSCE results show Kano State outperformed Lagos and Oyo State.
- A road project is promoting the expansion of Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State, while Sanda serves as Chairman of Egbeda Local Government.
- The government is executing infrastructure projects in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State.
- Political leadership challenges and disputes over coalition viability are emerging in Oyo State and Abuja.
- A political figure associated with the APC left the party in Oyo State following a conviction.
- A loan has been approved by the French Treasury and AFD for a development program in Oyo State.
- Kano State Government and Oyo State competed for top educational ranking on September 27, 2026.
- Grassroots groups appeal for inclusion in government, and a coalition seeks a structured relationship with the party in Oyo State.
- Abidikugu is contesting for the House of Representatives in Oyo State.
- Political figures like Dele Momodu and Atiku Abubakar are involved in the ongoing political contest in Oyo State, highlighting APC's struggles.
- The APC-led government focuses on development initiatives in Oke-Ogun, Oyo State.
- The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) is a political party in Nigeria, and Oyo State is a state within Nigeria.
- Oladele resigned from SDP to join AAC, and AAC is campaigning for good governance in Oyo State.
- A council meeting was held in Ibadan, Oyo State, involving the federal government.
- Pension board meetings are currently underway in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State.
- PSN held a press conference in Ibadan and confirmed its branch operations within Oyo State.
- The legislative body of Oyo State is involved in a process where UNICEF support is contingent on state legislation, prompting PSN to raise alarms regarding bill delays.
- The government provides skills training and tools to youths in Oyo State.
- Oyo State transferred regulatory oversight from NERC, following Tinubu's signing of the Electricity Act 2023.
- Seyi Makinde is confirmed as a candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement and concurrently holds the office of Governor of Oyo State.
- Oyo State assesses education status following school abductions, with state officials signing statements.
- Parents in Borno and Oyo threaten to storm the Presidential Villa in Abuja, appealing to President Tinubu over government response.
- The government of Oyo State announced support for traditional leadership structures in the region.
- The gubernatorial race in Oyo State is underway, with allegations regarding campaign conduct surfacing between the major political parties.
- Sharafadeen Alli's campaign criticized the Oyo State administration while the state managed Ibadan streetlights.
- Allegedly plots to vandalize campaign materials in Ibadan, the major city of Oyo State.
- The French government and companies have secured a €55 million concessional loan and funds payments for medical equipment procurement in Oyo State.
- Shared border issues regarding illegal mining activities between Kwara State and Oyo State.
- A kidnapping trial related to charges filed in Oyo State has been moved to the capital city, Abuja.
- Candidates from the Allied Peoples Movement and the New Nigeria Peoples Party are running in Oyo State.
- A chieftaincy dispute erupted in Komu Town, Oyo State, involving the Ariina Agbosoye Royal Family.
- Oyo State launched NLP with UNICEF support.
- An All Progressives Congress candidate began campaigning in Oyo State on September 1, 2026.
- APC criticizes Tinubu's economic reforms while operating within Oyo State.
August 2026
3 events- Political alliances and challenges emerge in Nigeria as APM contests APC and PDP members align with the Governor in Oyo State.
- APC candidate Sharafadeen Alli is running for Oyo State governorship, establishing farm settlements and raising concerns about agricultural policy.
- APC urged voters to support a governorship candidate while raising concerns about leadership quality and governance.
July 2026
6 events- The All Progressives Congress (APC) leadership draws on prominent members from Oyo State and Imo State, with inauguration meetings taking place in Abuja.
- The All Progressives Congress is actively seeking to reclaim power in Oyo State to secure Bola Ahmed Tinubu's victory.
- The federal government commenced recruitment for the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service while the DSS investigates school abductions in Oyo State.
- The Federal Government filed kidnapping charges against Muhammad Sani and Jibril Mohammed in Oyo State.
- A development concerning the former governor's jurisdiction was noted in Ibadan, Oyo State.
- The federal government is funding road reconstruction in Oyo State, and Yunus Akintunde represents the Oyo Central constituency.
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June 2026
11 events- The All Progressives Congress (APC) announced a boycott in Oyo State.
- Oyo State operates within the larger national context of Nigeria.
- Security issues are prevalent in Oyo State, Nigeria.
- Kidnapping incidents in Oyo State have escalated, with terrorists demanding billions of naira, prompting an official clarification regarding negotiation.
- The African Democratic Congress (ADC) was involved in the governorship election contest in Oyo State on May 28, 2026.
- The Allied Peoples Movement is conducting local outreach for senatorial candidates in Oyo State.
- Contests for the governorship seat in Oyo State took place on May 28, 2026.
- Security concerns are reported in Oyo State, leading the Christian Association of Nigeria to comment on the government's capacity to address insecurity.
- The Peoples Democratic Party operates within the political landscape of Oyo State.
- A political contest is underway in Oyo State, where the Social Democratic Party is campaigning on promises of better education, healthcare, and employment.
- President Tinubu addressed child welfare issues in Borno and Oyo, assuring the safe return of abducted children in Nigeria.