The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has rejected the outcome of the Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election, where the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Fola Oyekunle, was declared winner with 18,404 votes against APC’s Adewale Olatunji who polled 8,312.
In a statement by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, the party alleged that the election was marred by vote-buying, intimidation of voters, and collusion between PDP operatives, electoral officials, and security agents.
APC leaders described the result as unacceptable and vowed to seek redress, warning that such practices undermine democracy. Meanwhile, political analysts have described the defeat as a wake-up call for APC ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging the party to strengthen its grassroots appeal in Oyo State.
A fresh row has erupted between the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, and the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, over the conferment of the title “Okanlomo of Yorubaland.”
The Alaafin, in a strong statement, faulted the Ooni for bestowing the pan-Yoruba title on businessman Sanusi ‘Ilaji,’ describing the action as inappropriate and against tradition. He subsequently issued a 48-hour ultimatum to the Ooni to withdraw the title or face consequences.
The development has heightened tension within Yorubaland as both monarchs are regarded as leading custodians of Yoruba culture and tradition. Observers fear the dispute may deepen existing rivalries among first-class traditional rulers if not quickly resolved.
A domestic flight from Uyo to Lagos on August 10, 2025, ended in chaos after a female passenger, Comfort Emmanson, accused a flight attendant of assault, humiliation, and causing severe emotional trauma.
According to a video obtained by Oduduwa News and shared by Comfort Emmanson, the altercation began before takeoff when the flight hostess, identified as Juliana, confronted her over switching off her phones.
“I was trying to put one of my phones on flight mode when she came to me and insisted I must switch it off. I explained that the second phone was faulty. A man beside me helped switch one off while I struggled with the faulty one. I even asked her to help me, but she refused. When she was leaving, she said, ‘You will see,’” Emmanson said in the video.
Trouble, according to her, began after the plane landed in Lagos. “I went to use the toilet on the plane. When I came out and tried to pick up my luggage to disembark, Juliana stopped me for no reason. I told her to let me pass but she ignored me, so I started recording on my phone. When she realized I had recorded her, she pushed me back inside the plane, dragged my frontal, my clothes, my jewelry, and even broke my phones.”
Emmanson further claimed the confrontation quickly turned physical. “The pain from my frontal being pulled got me angry, so I poked my fingers at her face and asked why she did that. She then started calling me a prostitute,” she alleged.
She also alleged that other airport staff later joined in, dragging her out of the aircraft while recording her. “She pulled my clothes, exposing my body. They surrounded me, dragged me out, and all of them were recording. Those videos are now on social media. I am traumatized and ashamed to go out because everyone has seen my body. They even made it into WhatsApp stickers,” she lamented.
The distraught passenger said the incident has left her battling emotional and professional setbacks. “I don’t know how to face customers knowing my body is out there. How will I get married? My unborn kids will see this. My reputation is gone. I am not a troublemaker. I am still rounding up treatment from the hospital,” she said tearfully.
The Omoluabi Progressives has alleged a coordinated plot to assassinate former Osun State Governor and ex-Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola.
In a statement, the group cited recent threats from activists and journalists, as well as disruptions of political events, as evidence of a growing campaign to silence the former governor. They described the situation as part of “assassination politics” and warned that any attempt on his life would not be tolerated.
The group called on security agencies to act swiftly to protect Aregbesola and safeguard his constitutional rights.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared Princess Adesola Ayoola Elegbeji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the Remo Federal Constituency bye-election in Ogun State.
Announcing the result at the collation centre in Ikenne, the Returning Officer, Professor Kazeem Olajide Bello, said Elegbeji polled 41,237 votes to defeat her closest rival from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who secured 14,324 votes, while the African Democratic Congress (ADC) managed only 289 votes.
The APC’s victory covered all three local government areas in the constituency—Ikenne, Remo North, and Sagamu.
The bye-election followed the death of the former representative, Otunba Adewunmi Oriyomi Onanuga (Ijaya), in January 2025.
INEC declared that Elegbeji, having fulfilled all legal requirements and secured the highest number of valid votes, is duly elected as the new member representing Remo Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially declared Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle Don of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the winner of the keenly contested Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election.
The declaration was made at the Ibadan North Collation Centre, Ikolaba High School, by the INEC Returning Officer, Professor Abiodun Oluwadare of the University of Ibadan.
According to the official results, Hon. Folajimi Don secured a resounding 18,404 votes, defeating his closest rival, Hon. Adewale Olatunji Murphy of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who polled 8,312 votes—a wide margin that has sent ripples across the political landscape.
With this emphatic victory, Hon. Oyekunle Don will officially replace the late representative of Ibadan North Federal Constituency, Hon. Musliu Olaide Akinremi (Jagaban), whose passing necessitated the bye-election.
Political observers and party loyalists have hailed the PDP’s landslide victory as a strong testament to the party’s renewed popularity and the people’s confidence in its leadership.
This triumph also marks a historic return for the PDP, as the party has successfully reclaimed the federal constituency seat for the first time since 2011.
Following the declaration, jubilant supporters took to the streets of Ibadan North in celebration, describing the outcome as a “coast-to-coast victory” and a clear indication that the PDP remains the party of the people in Oyo State.
The victory further consolidates the PDP’s dominance in the state, aligning with Governor Seyi Makinde’s enduring legacy of good governance, which many believe played a major role in boosting voter confidence in Hon. Folajimi Oyekunle Don.
The sorting and counting of votes have officially commenced at the University of Ibadan various polling units for the Ibadan North Federal Constituency bye-election.
According to our correspondent who visited the scene, it was observed that officials of INEC have started sorting and counting.
The Ibadan North bye-election is being keenly contested following the vacant seat in the House of Representatives, and residents of the constituency await the outcome with great interest.
The ongoing by-elections in Oyo and Ogun states have been marked by contrasting scenes. In Ibadan North Federal Constituency, the exercise recorded low voter turnout despite early arrival of electoral materials and heavy security presence.
INEC deployed over 2,000 officials and 574 BVAS machines across 512 polling units, with five major parties and an SDP candidate—added by court order—on the ballot.
In Ogun State, the Ikenne/Sagamu/Remo North Federal Constituency by-election witnessed a peaceful and orderly process, with Governor Dapo Abiodun praising INEC for its preparedness.
Though opposition parties earlier alleged intimidation during campaigns, the voting exercise so far has been calm and widely commended.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed its readiness for the bye-elections scheduled for Saturday, August 16, 2025, in Ibadan North Federal Constituency, Oyo State, and the Remo/Ikenne/Sagamu Federal Constituency in Ogun State. Sensitive election materials, including ballot papers and result sheets, have been received from the Central Bank of Nigeria and are being distributed under heavy security to local government offices and wards.
In Ogun State, INEC deployed 2,445 ad hoc staff after a series of trainings and moved both sensitive and non-sensitive materials to the three participating local governments. Security agencies and representatives of political parties witnessed the distribution to ensure transparency, while the Ogun Police Command announced a restriction of movement on election day to maintain peace.
In Oyo State, the commission confirmed the receipt of sensitive materials such as EC forms and result sheets. Plans have been made with transport unions for smooth logistics, while work centers have been activated to ensure timely deployment to polling units. INEC also noted that a peace accord was signed by political parties and candidates to promote a violence-free exercise.
Both Oyo and Ogun INEC offices reiterated their commitment to delivering free, fair, and credible elections. They assured voters that adequate security arrangements have been made in collaboration with security agencies through the Inter-Agency Consultative Committee on Election Security (ICCES).
With materials in place, trained officials deployed, and security strategies mapped out, INEC has expressed full readiness for Saturday’s polls, urging all stakeholders to play their part in ensuring credible outcomes in both bye-elections.
Panic gripped parts of Ibadan on Friday night following a fire outbreak at Fresh FM, one of the city’s most popular radio stations.
The incident was first made public by Samuel Ibikunle Arugbobois via Facebook, where he urged residents to alert the nearest fire service. His urgent post, which quickly spread across platforms including Connect Ibadan, read: “Fresh FM is currently on fire! We urgently need the Fire Service to respond immediately. Please spread the word and alert the nearest station.”
As at press time, the extent of damage and any possible casualties remained unconfirmed. Emergency officials had yet to release an official statement, but eyewitnesses and social media users continued to raise alarm and call for swift action to contain the blaze.
Fresh FM, founded by veteran musician and broadcaster Yinka Ayefele, is widely regarded as one of the most listened-to radio stations in Ibadan and across the South-West, celebrated for its blend of news, music, and entertainment.
