JUST IN:
Taye Currency Launches Currency 93.1 FM, Expands Into Ibadan Media Scene

Ibadan’s broadcasting space has just grown bigger with the arrival of Currency 93.1 FM, a new radio station owned by renowned Fuji musician, Taye Akande Adebisi, popularly known as Taye Currency.

With this new venture, the Fuji star steps confidently into the league of media owners in the Oyo State capital, marking an important milestone in his career beyond the music stage.

Media insiders believe the launch of Currency 93.1 FM strengthens Ibadan’s reputation as one of Nigeria’s rapidly developing broadcast hubs, where more entertainers and entrepreneurs continue to invest in the media industry.

A big congratulations to Taye Currency and the entire @tayecurrency_official team on this exciting new journey.

Human Rights Day: Activists Protest in Oyo, Accuse Tinubu Government of Rising Repression

A coalition of labour and civil society groups staged a major Human Rights Day protest in Ibadan, accusing President Bola Tinubu’s administration of intensifying repression against activists and critics. Marching to the Oyo State House of Assembly and the National Human Rights Commission office, the protesters condemned alleged victimisation, arbitrary arrests, and harassment of figures like Andrew Emelieze, Abbey Trotsky, Omoyele Sowore, and the “University of Ibadan Three.” They criticised the government’s use of the Cybercrime Act to silence dissent and demanded an end to political persecution, unconditional release of detained activists, and protection of workers' rights. The coalition warned that Nigeria is slipping into authoritarianism and urged authorities to respect democratic freedoms.

Charcoal Pot Fire Kills Woman, Injures Two in Ibadan as Fire Service Warns Against Unsafe Heat Use

A late-night fire caused by an unattended charcoal cooking pot has killed a woman and injured two men at a residential building on Agbaakin Street, Iwo Road, Ibadan. According to Oyo State Fire Service Chairman Maroof Akinwande, the blaze erupted after the lit charcoal ignited nearby combustible materials, gutting two rooms before firefighters contained it. A joint operation with the Federal Fire Service rescued two victims alive and saved property worth millions. In a separate incident, another fire at the Agric Business Development Agency was traced to electrical sparks from a solar inverter. Authorities urged residents to prioritise safety and avoid unsafe indoor charcoal use and faulty electrical installations.

Lagos Seals Shoprite Ikeja Over Tax Default as LIRS Warns Against Tampering With Seal

The Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS) has shut down the Shoprite outlet at Ikeja City Mall over alleged refusal to comply with mandatory tax obligations. A notice placed at the entrance stated that Shoprite violated Section 94 of the Personal Income Tax Act (PITA) 2011, an offence punishable by fines and imprisonment. LIRS also warned that breaking its seal without approval is a criminal act. The incident adds to the ongoing struggles of Shoprite’s Nigerian operations under Ketron Investment Limited, which has faced multiple store closures across Abuja, Kano, Ilorin, and Ibadan amid worsening economic conditions and dwindling product availability nationwide.

Tinubu’s Aide Sunday Asefon Accused of Harassment and Threats by Estranged Wife

Sunday Asefon Adedayo, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Student Engagements, has been accused by his estranged wife of abandonment, harassment and threats to her safety. Mrs. Asefon alleges that her husband left the family for three years, engaged in an affair with a travel agent he introduced during their planned relocation to Canada, and used his political influence along with loyalists in student unions to intimidate her. She recounts multiple incidents of threats, coordinated attacks, and interference with police investigations. Living alone with her two children in Ibadan, she says she fears for her life. Asefon, however, denies orchestrating any threats, claiming family disputes and counter-accusations from both sides are being misrepresented. He maintains that they have been separated for years and insists he has no reason to harm her. Mrs. Asefon is appealing for protection and safety for herself and her children.



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Ibadan Airport Shutdown Exposes Double Standards as Government Officials Enjoy Exclusive Access

This follow-up report by Dr. Oludare Ogunlana reveals how the Federal Government continues to deny commercial operations at Ibadan Airport while secretly using the facility for VIP movements. Despite public claims that the airport is unsafe, new images and official documents show aircraft landing, ground staff working, and directives authorizing flights for the First Lady’s events. The report argues that the airport is fully operational but restricted to political elites, forcing ordinary Nigerians to rely on the dangerous Lagos–Ibadan expressway. It questions the government’s justification for selective access and calls for fairness, transparency, and immediate reopening of the airport for public use.

Senator Buhari Announces 2027 Oyo Governorship Bid

Senator AbdulFatai Buhari, the three-term lawmaker representing Oyo North and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Land Transport, has officially thrown his hat in the ring for the 2027 Oyo State governorship election on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Speaking in Ibadan on Saturday, the senator revealed he will not seek a fourth term in the Senate, choosing instead to channel his energy into the governorship race an ambition he described as one guided by faith, not desperation.

Buhari appealed to Oyo State residents to prioritize competence, proven records, and delivery capacity over zoning or sectional sentiments, saying:

“I have said it that I’m no longer interested in the Senate seat again because I also want to take a shot at the governorship. I am not desperate; I leave it to God, and I am looking unto God to do it for me.

“I want the people of Oyo State to look beyond where a candidate comes from and focus on performance, competence, experience, and the ability to take our state to greater heights.”

JUST IN: The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed The abduction of Mrs. Ibukun Otesile, the 2025 President of Junior Chamber International (JCI) Ibadan Elite.

Top Nigerian Celebrity Weddings of 2025: ChividoMiami, 2Baba–Natasha, Mr Eazi–Temi & More

2025 was a remarkable year for Nigerian celebrity weddings, marked by luxury, culture, and global attention. Leading the year was Davido and Chioma’s lavish ChividoMiami wedding, held in Miami and celebrated worldwide after featuring in Vogue. Billionaire heiress Temi Otedola and singer Mr Eazi held three weddings across Monaco, Dubai, and Iceland in one of the most extravagant multi-continent celebrations ever seen.

Another highlight was JP2025, the Nigerian–Tanzanian union between Priscilla Ojo and Juma Jux, with ceremonies in both countries. Nollywood actor Shawn Faqua and his wife made history with Nigeria’s first-ever train wedding aboard the Lagos–Ibadan railway.

Music icon 2Baba remarried, tying the knot with Edo lawmaker Natasha Osawaru in a private Abuja ceremony that sparked major social media discussions. Actress Eve Esin held a culturally rich #LoveFoundMe25 wedding in Akwa Ibom, while content creator Deacon Famous married his Ghanaian partner in Accra. Nollywood stars Ruby Orjiakor and Moc Madu also celebrated their traditional #ASAONWA2025 wedding in Imo.

These star-studded unions dominated headlines and social conversations, making 2025 a memorable year for celebrity love stories.

Gunmen Kidnap APC Member Saheed Oriade in Ibadan, Party Leaders Demand Urgent Rescue

Gunmen have abducted Saheed Adewale Oriade, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Ibadan, Oyo State. Oriade was taken around 7 p.m. on Wednesday after three armed men forced him into a blue vehicle and fled with him and his phone. APC chieftain Tolani Adigun condemned the incident as “unacceptable” and a distressing reflection of rising insecurity in Nigeria. She urged security agencies at all levels to act swiftly, deploy necessary resources, and ensure Oriade’s safe release. Adigun also called on residents to remain calm as authorities intensify rescue efforts, stressing that Oyo State must not be surrendered to criminal elements.

Federal Workers Forum to Protest at Ibadan Court, Demand Withdrawal of Charges Against Coordinator Andrew Emelieze

The Federal Workers Forum has announced a nationwide solidarity protest scheduled for December 4, 2025, at the Federal High Court in Ibadan, Oyo State, calling for the immediate withdrawal of charges against its Coordinator, Comrade Andrew Emelieze. The group condemned what it described as a growing clampdown on free speech and activism in Nigeria. Emelieze, a prominent workers’ rights advocate, was previously detained and later rearrested in July 2025 for leading a peaceful protest. Supporters claim the prosecution is an attempt to silence lawful agitation. The Forum urged activists, labour groups, and human rights defenders to mobilize in solidarity and demanded that the Federal Government and DSS drop all charges while respecting constitutional freedoms.

NBA Raises Alarm As EFCC Officers Reportedly Slap, Kick Lawyer Over Bail Request In Ibadan.
Trouble began when the Investigating Officer, identified simply as Mr. Richard, allegedly became hostile after Mr. Idowu insisted that the institution’s representative must be granted bail in line with procedure.

A resolution has been reached by Governor Seyi Makinde regarding the Ibadan Circular Road Project in Ido local government. The project has been restricted to only 150 meters to accommodate the densely populated Ologuneru community.

This is the lecture he gave in Ibadan. He suggested an idea of sending 10 people to live with the herders, and 10 herders to live in the city. He should begin by selecting the 10 people from Ibadan, Iwo, and Ijebu.

"Christians also kill herdsmen"- Again, Gumi rejects genocide claims.

Controversial Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has dismissed reports of a targeted genocide against Christians in Nigeria, insisting that violent clashes between herders and farming communities involve casualties on both sides.

Gumi made the remarks in a Facebook post on Sunday, arguing that the narrative portraying Fulani herdsmen as sole aggressors does not reflect the full picture of the conflict.

According to him, communities involved in recurring clashes “attack and counterattack,” resulting in losses for both herders and residents.

“The Christians at fault-line communities in conflict with herdsmen also attack and counterattack. They kill and they are also killed,” he wrote.

He claimed he had travelled through several parts of the country in recent days and did not witness any targeted violence against Christians.

“There is no Christian genocide anywhere in Nigeria. I was in Kano, Lagos and Ibadan in the last two days. Christians are going about their business. They are in power, economy and security outfits,” he added.

Gumi warned against calls for foreign military intervention, saying such action could worsen the situation and embolden armed groups.

“The only option left is to use our national resources equitably to educate, develop and protect all Nigerians, herdsmen included,” he said, emphasising the need for local solutions to insecurity.

His comments come amid heightened concerns over attacks in parts of the North, where dozens of students have been abducted in recent incidents in Kebbi and Niger states.

Three Dead in Ibadan Gas Tanker Explosion — Oyo Fire Service Confirms

The Chairman of the Oyo State Fire Services Agency, Mr. Maroof Akinwande, has confirmed that three people died in a gas explosion at Idi-Iroko, Amuloko area of Ibadan. The incident occurred on Friday evening when a tanker loaded with 15 tonnes of LPG exploded while transferring gas into a skid tank.

According to Akinwande, the agency received a distress call at 7:40 p.m. and immediately deployed personnel to the scene. The blast damaged two shops and a residential building. The bodies of the victims have been handed over to officers from the Akanran Police Division.

He added that the operation was supported by firefighters from the Federal Fire Service, Ibadan Command.

PDP Crisis Deepens as Wike-Backed Faction Expels Governors Makinde, Balance Mohammed & Dauda Lawal.

The internal turmoil within the PDP escalated sharply on Tuesday as the factional National Executive Committee (NEC) aligned with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, ratified the expulsion of several high-profile party figures, including Governors Seyi Makinde (Oyo), Bala Mohammed (Bauchi), and Dauda Lawal (Zamfara).

Also expelled were former Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Senator Adolphus Wabara; former National Vice Chairman, Bode George; and the recently elected National Chairman, Kabiru Turaki, SAN.

Tuesday’s actions follow last weekend’s contentious PDP national convention in Ibadan, where Wike and his loyalists were themselves expelled—sparking a fresh wave of confrontations. 

The tension peaked at the PDP national secretariat in Wadata Plaza, Abuja, where rival factions attempted to hold parallel NEC and Board of Trustees meetings, resulting in a heated standoff.

During its meeting at the secretariat, the Wike-backed factional NEC also dissolved the state executive councils in Oyo, Bauchi, Zamfara, Yobe, Lagos, and Ekiti, directing that caretaker committees be set up and new congresses conducted.

Reading the communiqué, National Secretary Senator Sam Anyanwu said, “NEC received the report of the Acting National Chairman, Hon. Abdulrahman Mohammed, detailing breaches of Articles 58(1) and 59(1), including anti-party activities, disobedience to court orders, and conduct bringing the party into disrepute.”

He added that NEC had approved disciplinary proceedings against several members, including Adolphus Wabara, Olabode George, Ben N. Obi, Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN, Bala Mohammed, Oluseyi Makinde, Dauda Lawal, Taofiq Arapaja, Setonji Koshoedo, Okechukwu Obiechina Daniel, Woyengikuro Daniel, Mohammed Kadade Suleiman, Emmanuel Ogidi, Sumaila Adamu Burga, Umar Sani, Udom Emmanuel, and Emmanuel Enorden.

PDP Breaks Silence: Why Wike, Fayose & Others Were Suspended

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has finally explained why it suspended former Rivers State Governor and current FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, along with several top party figures.

According to VANGUARD, the party said the affected leaders engaged in activities harmful to the PDP, prompting decisive action during its national convention in Ibadan on Saturday, November 15, 2025.


Party officials revealed that Wike, Senator Samuel Anyanwu, and former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose were accused of taking steps that directly worked against the party’s interests.

The motion for their suspension was moved by Chief Bode George and seconded by Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, receiving unanimous approval from PDP members.

This decision came shortly after Wike’s widely criticized altercation with an armed soldier in Abuja—an incident many believe worsened tensions within the party.


The announcement triggered intense online debate.
While some Nigerians felt the sanctions were long overdue given the internal crises linked to Wike and others, others argued that the decision was abrupt and politically charged.

PDP outlines why Wike and key figures were suspended — sparking shockwaves and sharp reactions nationwide.

Former Jigawa State Governor, Sule Lamido, has dismissed reports suggesting he has withdrawn his legal action against the Peoples Democratic Party or consented to the party’s planned national convention in Ibadan. In a statement on Friday evening, Lamido described the circulating report as “fake news,” noting that it triggered a wave of calls from concerned PDP members nationwide after it spread around the proposed convention venue

China takes home about $16 billion from Nigeria every year — that’s roughly $44 million every single day.

Based on official data (Chinese Customs, Nigeria’s NBS & UN COMTRADE — Oct. 2025 updates):

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Where the money comes from

1️⃣ Imports into Nigeria (≈ 86%)
• Nigeria bought $18.9bn of Chinese goods in 2024 — machinery, phones, vehicles, textiles, solar
• 2025 Jan–Sept already $14.2bn → full-year trend ~$19bn

(Local customs recorded N14.15trn ≈ $8.8bn @ N1,600/$ — but COMTRADE confirms higher USD valuation.)

2️⃣ Nigeria’s exports to China (≈ 14%)
• China purchased just $3bn of Nigerian crude, LNG, sesame, copper in 2024
• 2025 spike: +236% growth → $1.8bn Jan–Sept

3️⃣ Construction & loans
• Chinese contractors executed $2.1bn of roads/rail (e.g., Lagos–Ibadan line, Lekki Port)
• Interest on Belt-and-Road loans: ~$250m/year (Nigeria still owes $5.3bn)

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The totals
• 2024: $21.3bn China–Nigeria flows
• 2025: ~$22bn projected

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The imbalance — Nigeria bleeds cash
• Nigeria → China: $3bn (oil, agricultural goods)
• China → Nigeria: $19bn (phones, cement, electronics)

➡ China walks away with a $16bn net surplus every year
➡ 80% of the value stays in China

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Hard numbers to digest
• $16bn = 4× the entire Nigeria 2025 education budget
• Just one Chinese phone factory in Ogun ships $1.2bn profit back yearly
• Huawei alone secured $1.8bn in Nigerian government contracts in 2024
• Nigeria owes China more than World Bank debt on key infrastructure

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The bottom line

China extracts $16 billion NET from Nigeria annually —
the biggest one-way financial pipeline in Africa.

That’s the real definition of “win-win” — and China wins twice.