Monday, April 21, 2025

Pope Francis Dies @88

Pope Francis died early morning today Easter Monday, 21 April 2025, at the age of 88. The Pope’s death was announced by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican Camerlengo who said the Pontiff died at 7:35 a.m.

The Head of the Catholic world died the day after Easter Sunday, the most important holiday in Christianity, when the world’s almost 1.3 billion Catholics celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Despite his poor health, Francis made an appearance in public on Sunday, greeting delighted crowds at the Vatican.

Friday, April 18, 2025

Nollywood Actress Iyabo Ojo Graces Daughter, Priscilla Ojo, Wedding of the Year (Continental Consorts)

Nollywood actress Iyabo Ademidun Ojo flaunted postures as Priscilla Ojo and Tanzanian singer Juma Jux officially kick off their wedding festivities on Thursday, 17 April 2025. The full-fledged Yoruba cultural and traditional displays represented wedding of the Year in Nigeria. It naturally boosts inter-communal relations between Yoruba (Nigeria) and Tanzania.

Two weeks ago, the couple revealed details of their Yoruba traditional ceremony, sharing five stunning pre-wedding photos and declaring their union as “two hearts, one soul, on a mission to forever.”

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Oyo Assembly Approves LG Budget to Enhance Transparency, Accountability

The Oyo State House of Assembly has approved today Tuesday 8 April 2025, the 2025 capital budget proposals of 33 local government areas in the state.

The approval became imperative ahead of the proposed financial autonomy for local governments in the state.

The approval was granted on Tuesday when the report of the House Committee on Local Government, Chieftaincy Matters and State Honours was presented by its Chairman, Hon. Akintunde Emmanuel (Lagelu).

Olubadan Asserts Chief Akinade Ajani Amusa as Baale of Sasa Land Ibadan and Declares the Title of Sarkin Sasa Null and Void

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin (Olakulehin 1) has asserted and confirmed Chief Akinade Ajani Amusa as the recognized Baale of Sasa land in Akinyele Local Area and the accredited representative of the Olubadan of Ibadanland” while Olubadan declared the title of Sarkin Sasa null and void, and not recognized by Ibadan Traditional Chieftaincy Law.

Sunday, April 6, 2025

Oyo State Former Governor Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo Passes On @ 90

Former Governor of Oyo State, Dr. Victor Omololu Olunloyo passed away in recent hours today Sunday, 6 April 2025, after short illness at a private hospital in Ibadan, aged 90.

His wife, Mrs. Ronke Olunloyo confirmed his death in a statement released earlier on Sunday on behalf of the family.

Dr. Olunloyo’s demise comes just days before his 90th birthday celebration which was already being planned, according to the family.

Oba Abimbola Owoade Crowned 46th Alaafin of Oyo

The Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde formally installed Oba Abimbola Owoade as 46th Alaafin of Oyo on Saturday, 5 April 2025 at the Olivet High School, Oyo, venue of the coronation ceremony.  Oba Owoade succeeds Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, who died on 22 April 2022 at the age of 83.

Oba Owoade was presented with the staff of office and instrument of office on Monday, 13 January 2025 at the Governor’s Office in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State.