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The May edition of the Flow Quiz Competition was successfully held on 30th May, 2026 at 11:30am at Glow 99.1FM, Ijapo Estate, Akure, Ondo State attracting participating schools from across the region in a highly competitive academic contest. The event was hosted by Oluwaseun Gabriel (O.G.) who maintained an engaging atmosphere throughout the programme, as students competed across different rounds of challenging quiz questions. At the end of the competition, Gomeq Academy emerged as the overall winner with 50 points, followed closely by Lewis Academy in second place with 45 points, while Accurate Pioneer College secured third position with 25 points. In recognition of their outstanding performance, cash prizes were awarded as follows: Gomeq Academy received ₦20,000 for first place, Lewis Academy received ₦10,000 for second place, and Accurate Pioneer College received ₦5,000 for third place. Speaking at the end of the competition, organizers praised the students for their impressive perf...

By Taiwo Gbamila, a writer, publisher and an author In the build-up to the 2027 presidential election in Nigeria, political loyalty is no longer measured by loud declarations, social media optics, or photo opportunities during party primaries. True commitment is reflected in strategic grassroots mobilization, sustained support structures, resource deployment, and unwavering dedication to the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR.  Across Ondo State and beyond, the name of Honourable Minister of Interior, Hon. (Dr.) Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo fondly called BTO continues to stand out in the consolidation of support for President Tinubu’s second-term ambition. From political movements to grassroots networks and youth mobilization platforms, BTO has consistently remained the driving force behind several pro-Tinubu organizations, making visible impacts across communities in Ondo State and beyond. For instance, BTO is the one funding and sponsoring AMG BTO is the brain beh...

By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko, Ibadan  Accord National Secretary, Hon. Adebukola Ajaja, has won the Oyo State senatorial district primary election ahead of the 2027 general elections. Ajaja was declared the winner at the end of the Oyo State Accord Senate and House of Representatives primary election in Ibadan on Friday. She emerged with 10,675 votes, defeating two other aspirants: Oludare Owolabi, who had 4,361 votes, and Musibau Taofeek, with 3,357 votes. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the elections and collation of results were supervised by the party state executives and officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Announcing the results, the state Secretary of the party, Hon. Olayinka Dairo, also announced Hon. Ademola Ojo as the Oyo North senatorial district consensus candidate. He declared Hon. Wale Ajani as the consensus candidate for the Oyo Central senatorial district. Hon. Abidemi Ismail Lawal emerged as the winner of the Ibadan North-East/So...

Prof. Timothy Ihinmoyan, Professor of Business Administration at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Ondo State, has called on the government to prioritise entrepreneurial policies that encourage job creation, foster a sustainable business environment, drive economic growth, and improve the living standards of Nigerians . He made this call on Tuesday, 26 May 2026, while delivering the university's 63rd inaugural lecture titled, "Marketing and Consumers' Destiny: Spacing, Shaping and Strategies in the 21st Century," held at the University Multipurpose Hall. According to Prof. Ihinmoyan, Nigeria needs a government that promotes transparency and good governance to instil confidence in its citizens – a goal achievable only when disciplined and responsible leaders provide for the people's needs. Describing marketing as customer-centred, he stressed that production ultimately aims for customer satisfaction through high-quality goods and services that encourage re...

By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko, Ibadan The Child Protection Network Nigeria (CPNN), Oyo State Chapter, says rising insecurity and the continued captivity of abducted pupils and teachers have overshadowed this year’s national Children’s Day celebration. In a children’s day message signed by the Oyo State Coordinator of CPNN, Dr Rosemary Odigbo, the network extended warm greetings to children in Oyo state and across Nigeria. The organisation however, expressed deep concern over the growing insecurity affecting schools and communities, particularly lamenting the abductees still being held captive. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) recalls that gunmen on May 15, invaded the Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. They attacked the Baptist Nursery and Primary School, Yawota, LA School Esinele, and Community High School, Ahoro-Esinele, where an assistant head teacher and a commercial motorcyclist were killed. “This painful situation casts a shadow over this year’s children’s day celebration,” t...

The Chairman of the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC), Prince Olabiyi Olaleye Poroye, has assured residents of the mandate areas that the long-awaited Aboto–Atijere Road project will be completed in December 2026. Poroye gave the assurance during an inspection visit to the ongoing project on Tuesday, stressing that both the Commission and the Ondo State Government remain committed to delivering the road despite earlier setbacks and challenges. According to him, the project has become a top priority because of its economic, social, and security significance to the oil-producing communities. “We thank God for strength. We thank God for passion. We thank God for energy. We had this strong determination that, regardless of the circumstances, the Aboto–Atijere Road will be delivered in December this year,” he said. The OSOPADEC Chairman recalled that the project, awarded in 2019 with an expected completion period of 24 months, suffered delays due t...

OSOPADEC BOARD, MANAGEMENT FELICITATE MUSLIMS The Management and Staff of the Ondo State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (OSOPADEC) heartily felicitate with Muslim faithful across Ondo State and Nigeria on the joyous occasion of the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration . The Commission urges Muslims to continue to uphold the timeless virtues of sacrifice, obedience, love, unity, tolerance and peaceful coexistence which the sacred festival represents.  OSOPADEC also calls on Nigerians to remain steadfast in prayers and collective commitment towards the peace, progress and prosperity of Ondo State and tive nation atlarge.  The Board, Management and Staff of the Commission wish all Muslim faithful a peaceful, joyous and fulfilling Eid-el-Kabir celebration.  Prince Olabiyi Olaleye Poroye  Executive Chairman, OSOPADEC