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We Will Enforce Every Code’ – Oyo Government Declares Total War on Shoddy Construction”

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The Oyo State Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Akin-Funmilayo, has reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to curbing the spate of building collapses across the state by tightening compliance with construction regulations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

He urged developers to obtain the necessary approvals and technical guidance from the Ministry before initiating any building projects to avert avoidable disasters.

“We are committed to safeguarding lives and property by ensuring that both homeowners and contractors strictly adhere to building regulations. We cannot afford to lose lives or property due to preventable collapses. The government is determined to eliminate this menace,” Akin-Funmilayo declared.

The commissioner made this known during the afternoon session of the Omituntun 2.0 Inter-Ministerial Briefing, held at the Governor’s Office Press Centre.

He revealed that the Ministry had established 15 Government Reserved Areas (GRAs) through public-private partnerships. He also highlighted several reforms, including the issuance of electronic allocation letters, an online land allocation and plot selection portal (via www.lands.oyostate.gov.ng), an amnesty programme for unapproved building permits, and the launch of an online building permit system.

Looking ahead, Akin-Funmilayo said the Ministry would intensify efforts on house numbering and begin the digitisation and archiving of all land documents.

“One of our key targets is to grant operational autonomy to the Physical Planning Department, allowing it to operate as a standalone division. Administrative procedures have commenced, and we expect major progress before the end of the year,” he noted.

He attributed the state’s growing Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) to Governor Seyi Makinde’s forward-thinking leadership, emphasizing that digitised land documentation and the creation of new GRAs significantly boosted revenue performance.

The commissioner disclosed that 17,046 digital title documents had been issued since the start of the Makinde administration. He also cited the Oyo State Property Reference System, which enhances land-based tax collection, as another strategic innovation that has broadened the tax net.

According to him, the Ministry generated N4.8 billion in 2023 and N6.1 billion in 2024. As of May 15, 2025, the Ministry had already generated N3.2 billion.

The list of GRAs under development includes:

  • Engr. Lere Adigun GRA (completed)

  • Senator Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja GRA

  • Senator Isiaka Abiola Ajimobi GRA

  • Otunba Christopher Adebayo Alao-Akala GRA

  • Chief Lateef Oyelade GRA

  • Signature Estate

  • Woodland Estate

  • Chief Michael Adeniyi Koleosho GRA

  • Baywood Gardens

  • Hon. Akinremi Jagaban GRA

  • Kolapo Ishola Land Phase II Extension (Akobo)

  • Mokola Hill Top GRA

  • Tonabim Estate

  • Oyo GRA

  • Ogbomoso GRA

He added that GRAs in Alalubosa, Aerodrome, and Agodi Gardens would soon be available for public purchase.

“We generated N2.7 billion between January and May 2024. In the same period in 2025, the figure rose to N3.2 billion—a N500 million increase. This growth followed a thorough review and optimisation of our internal processes,” Akin-Funmilayo said.

He further disclosed that of the 17,000+ digital title documents issued, nearly 8,000 were delivered in the past two years, including 4,570 in 2024 alone—the highest in a single year since 2019. In May 2025, the Ministry issued 1,008 documents, with a projection of 5,000 by year-end.

Additional innovations include:

  • Digitisation of property cards and registry files

  • Deployment of Real Time Kinematic (RTK) digital survey equipment

  • Enactment of a new Land Use Charge Law

  • Recruitment of 77 new staff to enhance service delivery

The Ministry has also paid a total of N935.8 million in compensation to property owners affected by key infrastructure projects, including:

  • Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road (East Wing): N260 million

  • Ajia Junction Interchange: N139 million

  • Ogbomoso/Iseyin Road right of way: N23.8 million

  • Air Force Base, Ajia: N513 million

When asked about the rising cost of land in GRAs due to infrastructure upgrades, the commissioner acknowledged the trend but reassured the public that affordable housing projects for low- and middle-income earners remain a core focus of the Makinde administration.

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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.

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Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.

“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.

He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”

Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.

He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.

“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.

In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.

“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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