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2026 ORUMOGEGE CUP: ORGANISERS PROMISE BIGGER, BETTER GRASSROOTS FOOTBALL FESTIVAL

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  The organisers of the 2026 Orumogege Football Competition have promised a bigger and more competitive third edition, with talent discovery, youth empowerment and community development at the heart of the tournament. Chairman of the Orumogege Sport Service, Amos Adewale Ado, made this known on Sunday during a press conference at the Ogbomoso Recreation Club, ahead of the commencement of the competition. The tournament, which was initiated to commemorate the anniversary of the installation of His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye Orumogege III, the Soun of Ogbomoso, has continued to grow in stature, attracting increasing attention from football enthusiasts and stakeholders across Ogbomoso land. Ado said the competition has moved beyond the traditional battle for silverware, stressing that its bigger objective is to create a platform where young footballers can showcase their abilities and potentially secure opportunities with scouts, clubs and other football stakeholders....
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Oriolowo Secures ADC Ticket, Seeks Return to Senate

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  By oluwaseyi fadoro  Former Senator representing Osun West Senatorial District in the 9th National Assembly, Senator Adelere Oriolowo, has secured the African Democratic Congress (ADC) ticket to contest the senatorial seat in the forthcoming election. Oriolowo, who previously served under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), said his decision to seek another term was in response to the desire of his constituents to have him return to the National Assembly and continue the work he started during his previous tenure. Speaking on his candidacy, the former senator said he remained committed to the development and welfare of the people of Osun West, stressing that his experience in the 9th Assembly had prepared him to deliver more effective representation. He appealed to residents across the senatorial district to support his aspiration and turn out in large numbers to vote for him when the election takes place. Oriolowo expressed confidence in the people of Osun ...
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Union Bank and Brand Chief Receive Accolades at WIMCA 2026

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  Lagos, Nigeria: Union Bank of Nigeria has been recognised for its leadership in gender inclusion, emerging as Most Outstanding Bank in Gender Inclusion at the Women in Marketing and Communications Conference and Awards (WIMCA) 2026, held on Saturday, 29 August 2026, at Landmark Event Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos. This award was in affirmation of the Bank’s commitment to advancing gender diversity through an inclusive workplace and financial ecosystem that empowers women, female entrepreneurs, and professionals with tailored products, capacity building, mentorship, networking, and broader economic opportunities. Themed “Grow, Give, Glow: Building Resilience for Distinction,” WIMCA 2026 convened leading female marketing and communications professionals from across Africa to explore industry trends, leadership, resilience, and women’s advancement within the brands marketing ecosystem. Dubbed the largest gathering of female marketing and communications professionals on the African ...
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‎Agbaje Market Ibadan: How an 11-Year-Old Girl Was Allegedly Abandoned by Her Mother

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  ‎ ‎ ‎What began as an ordinary business day at the bustling Agbaje Market in Ibadan turned into a heartbreaking scene when an 11-year-old girl, identified as Subomi Akinpelu, was reportedly found crying uncontrollably after being allegedly abandoned by her mother. ‎ ‎According to officials of the Petroleum Motor Spirit (PMS) unit operating within the market, the young girl was discovered near the market entrance, visibly distressed and unable to hold back her tears. Traders, drivers and passersby were drawn to the scene as concerned members of the public sought to understand what had happened to the child. ‎ ‎The PMS Unit Chairman explained that drivers carrying out their daily activities first noticed the girl standing alone and crying. Efforts were immediately made to calm her down and ascertain her identity. One of the unit officials, popularly known as Alhaji Also, said the girl narrated a disturbing account of how she was allegedly brought to the market by her mother and lef...
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Oyo Govt, UBEC, Think-Equal Partner to Strengthen Foundational Education, Social-Emotional Learning*

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  * The Oyo State Government has expressed readiness to partner with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) and Think Equal Organisation, USA, on the implementation of a Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) initiative aimed at strengthening foundational education in the state. The Executive Chairman of Universal Basic Education Board (Oyo SUBEB), Dr. Nureni Aderemi Adeniran, stated this on Thursday, September 3, 2026, while receiving representatives of Think Equal Organisation and officials of UBEC during a sensitisation and engagement visit to the Board’s headquarters in Ibadan. The initiative, tagged “Think Equal Pre-Primary and Primary Literacy Programme: A Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Initiative,” is designed to complement conventional literacy education with skills that promote empathy, emotional intelligence, self-regulation and positive social interaction among children. He highlighted several interventions by Oyo SUBEB in the area of pre-primary education, in...
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Oyo Head Of Service Inaugurates 2026 Public Service Week Committee, Charges Members on Transparency

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  The Oyo State Head of Service, Dr. Adenike Fasina, mni, has charged members of the 2026 Public Service Merit Award Committee to be transparent, fair and guided by the rules and regulations in the selection of deserving awardees. Dr. Fasina gave the charge while inaugurating the committee for the 2026 Public Service Week at the Head of Service’s Conference Room, Secretariat, Ibadan. She urged members of the committee to ensure that all Civil and Public Servants are carried along, while sensitising and mobilising them to participate actively in the activities lined up for the annual celebration. She said "the participation of workers across the State would make the 2026 Public Service Week colourful and memorable" . The Head of Service commended the Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, for approving the 2026 Public Service Week, noting that, the initiative would serve as a morale booster for Civil and Public Servants across the State. Dr. Fasina said the present administra...
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OYSCOHEST CLEARS THE AIR ON ABORTED STUDENTS’ PROTEST OVER ALLEGED FEE HIKE AND INFESTATION OF BEDBUGS.*

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 *PRESS REJOINDER* * The Management of the Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology (OYSCOHEST), Eleyele, Ibadan, has cleared the air on a protest made by a group of students within the College premises in the early hours of Tuesday, 1st September, 2026. The protest, which occurred at about midnight, was reportedly led by a small group of female students without  the knowledge of the Students’ Union Government (SUG), which has consistently been carried along by Management in matters affecting students’ welfare and academic activities. The Management wishes to state categorically that there has been no increase in the approved tuition fees of the returning students of the College. However, there has been a modest adjustment of some ancillary/other charges in response to prevailing economic realities and the rising cost of providing essential services and maintaining the College facilities. The College, which is over 93 years old, remains committed to providing afforda...
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