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STATES RECEIVE N435BN INFRASTRUCTURE, SECURITY FUNDSState governments received at least N435.25bn for infrastructure and...
21/08/2026

STATES RECEIVE N435BN INFRASTRUCTURE, SECURITY FUNDS

State governments received at least N435.25bn for infrastructure and security between January and June 2026, according to an analysis of half-year budget reports from 29 states.

The funds, distributed through FAAC, were recorded under the “State Infrastructure and Security” revenue line, with no disbursement reported under the scheme in the same period of 2025.

Enugu received the highest dedicated allocation at N27.02bn, followed by Gombe with N24.50bn. Jigawa, Katsina and Ogun each received N19.50bn.

However, Adamawa, Anambra and Oyo reported no actual receipts under the dedicated line during the period.

Experts welcomed the increased funding but urged states to ensure transparency and proper utilisation of the funds for critical infrastructure and security.

19/08/2026

VIDEO: ADELEKE RECEIVES CERTIFICATE OF RETURN

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has presented Certificates of Return to the Osun State Governor, Sen. Ademola Adeleke sequel to his triumph at the governorship election in the state.

Sen. Adeleke received the certificate on Wednesday in Osogbo, the state capital.

MAKINDE DECLARES AUGUST 20 WORK-FREE DAY FOR ISESE DAY CELEBRATIONThe Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has declared...
19/08/2026

MAKINDE DECLARES AUGUST 20 WORK-FREE DAY FOR ISESE DAY CELEBRATION

The Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has declared Thursday, August 20, a work-free day in commemoration of Isese Day, a day dedicated by the state government to celebrate the rich cultural and traditional heritage of the Yoruba people.

This was contained in a memo signed by the Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Professor Musibau Babatunde.

According to the memo, the Governor extended his felicitations to adherents of African Traditional Religion across Oyo State, Nigeria, and beyond, wishing them a successful and spiritually enriching celebration.

Governor Makinde reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fairness across all religions, expressing gratitude to traditional worshippers for their support of his government over the past seven years.

The memo noted that the work-free day will enable workers and residents to fully participate in the celebration of the state’s cultural heritage and pray for the peace, unity, and stability of the state in particular, and the country in general.

Recall that the Governor introduced the Isese Day celebration as part of his administration’s visionary efforts to honour adherents of traditional religion, and to harness cultural tourism as a driver of economic growth, emphasizing that cultural tourism remains one of Oyo State’s greatest strengths.

APC FIXES AUGUST 22 FOR LEGISLATIVE PRIMARIESThe All Progressives Congress has fixed August 22, 2026, for primaries to s...
19/08/2026

APC FIXES AUGUST 22 FOR LEGISLATIVE PRIMARIES

The All Progressives Congress has fixed August 22, 2026, for primaries to select candidates for four restored State House of Assembly constituencies in Delta and Kogi states and legislative bye-elections in Gombe, Bauchi, Delta and Kano.

The affected restored constituencies are Abraka, Isoko North II and Ughelli South II in Delta, and Yagba West II in Kogi.

The party said forms will be sold from August 18 to 20, with screening on August 21 and appeals on August 24.

House of Assembly aspirants will pay N6m for nomination and expression of interest forms, while House of Representatives aspirants will pay N10m.

NDLEA BUSTS INTERNATIONAL CO***NE CARTEL, ARRESTS ‘KC LUXURY’The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has dismantled an ...
19/08/2026

NDLEA BUSTS INTERNATIONAL CO***NE CARTEL, ARRESTS ‘KC LUXURY’

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has dismantled an international co***ne cartel allegedly using Nigeria as a transit hub to Europe and Asia.

NDLEA Chairman, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (retd.), said the agency seized 184.5kg of co***ne worth an estimated N39bn and arrested two key suspects.

One of the suspects, Afolabi Kazeem Michael, popularly known as “KC Luxury,” was arrested at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, on August 13 while allegedly attempting to flee to Paris.

NDLEA said a search of his Banana Island apartment also led to the recovery of exotic vehicles, while investigators uncovered links to suspected cartel members in the United Kingdom.

Marwa warned drug traffickers using luxury lifestyles and social media to disguise their activities that the agency would continue to track them down.

FIVE INJURED IN IBADAN ACCIDENTAt least five persons sustained various degrees of injuries following a road accident inv...
12/08/2026

FIVE INJURED IN IBADAN ACCIDENT

At least five persons sustained various degrees of injuries following a road accident involving a Toyota Camry, a commercial tricycle and a motorcycle in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

‎The accident occurred on Monday along the Basorun–Ashi Road, around Basorun Market.

‎The Toyota Camry reportedly lost control while travelling along the Basorun–Ashi Road before ramming into a moving commercial tricycle at the entrance of a filling station.

‎‎Eyewitnesses and shop owners around the scene told BCOS News that the saloon car was travelling at high speed when it crashed into the tricycle.

‎The motorcycle rider was said to have sustained a facial injury, while a female passenger in the tricycle reportedly suffered a broken leg.‎

‎The injured persons were taken to an undisclosed hospital for medical attention before the arrival of the BCOS News crew.

RESIDENTS SEEK ACCELERATED ACTION ON OYO/OGBOMOSO EXPRESSWAYResidents within Ogbomoso town have appealed to federal gove...
12/08/2026

RESIDENTS SEEK ACCELERATED ACTION ON OYO/OGBOMOSO EXPRESSWAY

Residents within Ogbomoso town have appealed to federal government and contractor handling Oyo/Ogbomoso expressway to expedite action, towards completion of Owolaake/NTA axis of the expressway, to prevent trucks plying High School-Takie road in Ogbomoso.

The residents made the appeal in separate interviews with BCOS correspondent in Ogbomoso, Aderemi Akanmu, as congestion and road crashes along High School-Takie-Federal College road in Ogbomoso remain great concerns for residents of the town.

Residents attributed the challenges to ongoing work on the last portion of Oyo/Ogbomoso expressway, which makes trucks to ply old OyoOgbomoso road within town.

Two religious leaders, Revd Peter Eebo and Imam Rasheed Abdulazeez said though, work is ongoing on the last portion of OyoOgbomoso expressway, the federal government and contractor handling the road should pay more attention to the expressway towards completion of Owolaake/NTA portion of the highway to reduce road crashes.

Also speaking with BCOS News, an Ijala chanter, Mr Abel Adekola and an artisan, Elizabeth Ajayi said if the expressway is fully completed, trucks will definitely vacate old road within the town, thereby reducing rate of road crashes in the area.

MAKINDE PLEDGES NOT TO ASSUME POLITICAL GODFATHERISM ROLEThe Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has declared that he ...
12/08/2026

MAKINDE PLEDGES NOT TO ASSUME POLITICAL GODFATHERISM ROLE

The Oyo State Governor, Engr Seyi Makinde has declared that he will never assume the role of a political godfather to any politician, including the governorship candidate of his party.

‎Governor Makinde stated this while speaking at the Oyo State Hijrah 1448/2026 Luncheon held at the State Banquet Hall, Government House, Agodi, Ibadan.

‎The Governor said that despite commencing his annual leave on the day of the Hijrah celebration, he could not afford to miss the opportunity to appreciate the Muslim community in the State for its continued support for his administration since its inception.

‎The Allied Peoples Movement (APM) Oyo State Deputy Governorship Candidate, Engr Muftau Open Salawu appreciated the Muslim Ummah in the state for their continued support for the present administration.

‎The Chairman of the occasion, the Balogun of Ogbomoso, Dr. Saka Balogun, expressed optimism that Governor Makinde would continue his good works for the state until the end of his tenure.

OYO GOVT INTENSIFIES SECURITY MEASURES AGAINST FURTHER BREACHESAs part of efforts to prevent a recurrence of the securit...
05/08/2026

OYO GOVT INTENSIFIES SECURITY MEASURES AGAINST FURTHER BREACHES

As part of efforts to prevent a recurrence of the security breach witnessed in Oriire Local Government Area, the Oyo State Government has intensified measures to strengthen intelligence gathering, enhance collaboration among security agencies, and promote community policing to ensure early warning and swift response to security threats across the state.

‎The Special Adviser to the Governor on Homeland Security, retired Assistant Comptroller General of Immigration Segun Adegoke, disclosed this during a series of security engagement meetings with stakeholders across the Oyo North, Oyo Central and Oyo South Senatorial Districts.

‎‎During the tour, the delegation held meetings with local government chairmen, traditional rulers, community leaders, farmers, Fulani leaders and other critical stakeholders to encourage intelligence sharing, promote peaceful coexistence and strengthen community resilience against criminal activities and violent extremism.

‎Addressing participants, Adegoke urged residents to remain vigilant and security conscious, stressing the importance of lawful migration, proper documentation and close collaboration between community leaders and security agencies in identifying and addressing emerging security threats while respecting the rights and dignity of all residents.

‎‎He also called on citizens to know their neighbours, avoid spreading rumours and inflammatory messages, and promptly report suspicious movements to the appropriate security agencies.

OYO POLICE ARREST 3 ROBBERY SUSPECTSThe Oyo State Police Command has arrested three suspected armed robbers and recovere...
05/08/2026

OYO POLICE ARREST 3 ROBBERY SUSPECTS

The Oyo State Police Command has arrested three suspected armed robbers and recovered a locally fabricated pistol during an intelligence-led operation in Ibadan.

‎The suspects were apprehended on Monday afternoon by operatives of the Oluyole Divisional Headquarters while carrying out a routine stop-and-search operation around the Rhema Bridge area of Oluyole.

‎Police say the three suspects were intercepted while riding on a Bajaj motorcycle.

A search of their belongings led to the recovery of a cut-to-size locally fabricated pistol and an axe concealed inside a black school bag.

‎According to the Police Command, preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects are members of the Aiye and Eiye cult groups and have reportedly confessed to involvement in a series of violent crimes, including armed robbery.

‎The Command says investigations have been intensified to determine the full extent of the suspects' criminal activities and to track down other members of the syndicates.

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