A new Alaafin of Oyo has been formally approved by Governor Seyi Makinde. A statement signed by the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Prince Dotun Oyelade, said that Prince Abimbola Akeem Owoade after thorough consultations and divinations, has been recommended by the Oyomesi and approved by the Governor of Oyo State. According to the commissioner,…

A tragic accident occurred in Takie, Ogbomoso, where a trailer claimed the lives of five people. This incident emphasizes the critical issues of road safety in Nigeria, particularly in areas like Ogbomoso, where such accidents have been alarmingly frequent. Similar tragedies have been reported in the region, including an accident in September 2023…

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, Oyo state, has been ranked the top university to study engineering in Nigeria. This is according to an information in the JAMB2025.COM. The ranking based on the Scimago Institutions Rankings (SIR), an internationally recognized ranking system which evaluates universities based on research performance, innovation output, and societal impact,…

A lady took to social media to express her regret over losing a good man. She explained that she had always believed losing her was a man’s loss, but she now realizes it’s also her loss, as good men are hard to find these days. In tears, she said, “I am on the…

Yet another student from the Department of Science Laboratory Technology (SLT), Physics Option, at LAUTECH has made headlines. Miss Busayo Oladele, a graduate of the 2023/2024 set, was crowned Miss Ogbomoso yesterday during the prestigious Ogbomoso Cradle Fiesta. The beauty pageant, a highlight of the annual fiesta, celebrated intelligence, poise, and cultural elegance. Miss Oladele…

The Christmas spirit was in full swing at the Kersey Children's Home,Ogbomoso, Oyo state as the Eclatify Foundation, under the leadership of its visionary founder, Ambassador Sam Adekunle, made a heartwarming donation of food items to the home. In a bid to spread joy and ensure that no child is left behind during the festive…

An Ogbomoso new group has emerged, pushing unrelentingly to put Ogbomoso in an unassailable position to emerge as capital of the proposed New Oyo state. The group asks for creation of new Oyo state excluding Ibadan the present capital city. The group newly constituted and led by Dr Akin Oladeji-Johnbrown, president of Ogbomoso Recreation…

A 300-level student of Science Laboratory Technology (SLT) at Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH), Oladimeji Mercy Esther (Matriculation No: 2022003743), has emerged as the winner of the Oyo State beauty pageant, securing the coveted star prize of a Hummer Jeep H3. She participated in the competition alongside four other colleagues under the guidance…

An unconfirmed number of residents of Okija community in Anambra state have reportedly lost their lives in a stampede. The Cable understands that the stampede occurred on Saturday morning during an event for the distribution of yuletide rice. Close to 36 persons allegedly d!es in stampede in okija during “sharing of Christmas bags of Rice”

Atleast 10 people have been confirmed dead and 8 others injured in stampede during the distribution of food items to vulnerable and elderly individuals at the Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, Abuja. The tragic incident occurred around 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 21, 2024.According to reports there are four children among the 10 people who…