Oyo news now
Here are the latest news updates from Oyo State, Nigeria:
Breaking News
- Oyo State Government has announced the reopening of all schools in the state, effective from Monday, March 20, 2023. This comes after a meeting with stakeholders and a review of the COVID-19 situation in the state. [Source: Oyo State Government]
- The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a 35-year-old man, Olamide Adeyemi, for allegedly killing his 30-year-old wife, Olamide Adeyemi, in Ibadan. The suspect is currently being detained at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation. [Source: The Punch]
Politics
- The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has announced the suspension of its state chairman, Abdul-Azeez Olatunde, over alleged anti-party activities. The party's National Working Committee (NWC) has also set up a committee to investigate the allegations. [Source: Vanguard]
- The Oyo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has accused the APC of plotting to rig the upcoming local government elections in the state. The PDP has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure a free and fair election. [Source: The Nation]
Economy
- The Oyo State Government has announced plans to establish a new industrial park in the state, which will create thousands of jobs and boost the local economy. The park will be located in the Ibadan Industrial Estate and will be developed in partnership with the private sector. [Source: Oyo State Government]
- The Oyo State Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (OYCCIMA) has called on the state government to provide more support to small and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) in the state. The chamber has also urged the government to reduce the cost of doing business in the state. [Source: The Guardian]
Sports
- The Oyo State Football Association has announced the appointment of a new coach for the state's U-17 team. The coach, who was not named, will lead the team to the upcoming U-17 African Cup of Nations tournament. [Source: The Punch]
- The Ibadan-based 3SC Football Club has been relegated to the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) after finishing at the bottom of the table in the just-concluded season. The club has vowed to bounce back stronger next season. [Source: The Nation]
These are just a few of the latest news updates from Oyo State. If you're looking for more information, please let me know!