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Bill to Establish New Oyo State and Rename Existing Oyo State to Ibadan State Passes Second Reading in House of Representatives
A bill proposing the creation of a new Oyo State and the renaming of the existing Oyo State to Ibadan State has successfully passed its second reading in the House of Representatives. This legislative development represents a significant step towards the possible reconfiguration of one of Nigeria’s largest states, with the aim of addressing administrative and developmental concerns.
The bill, which has garnered widespread attention, seeks to carve out a new state from the current Oyo State, with the remaining portion to be renamed Ibadan State. Proponents of the bill argue that this move would enhance governance, facilitate regional development, and better serve the people of the area by bringing government closer to the grassroots. The creation of a new Oyo State is also seen as a way to give a distinct administrative identity to other parts of the region, which some feel have been overshadowed by the dominance of Ibadan, the state capital.
During the second reading, lawmakers debated the potential benefits of state creation, highlighting the need to accommodate the unique needs of various communities within the state. Supporters of the bill believe that the reorganization would lead to better allocation of resources, improve infrastructure, and boost economic opportunities for residents in both the proposed Oyo and Ibadan states.
However, critics of the bill caution against the financial implications of creating new states, arguing that Nigeria’s current economic challenges could make it difficult to sustain the new administrative structure. They also raised concerns about the political and logistical hurdles involved in such a major reconfiguration.
In conclusion, the passing of the bill’s second reading marks progress toward the realization of the proposed changes, although it still faces further legislative scrutiny before becoming law.
The Chairman of Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State, Torseer Yina, has imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew in the ancient town.
The curfew takes effect from Thursday, October 8, 2026, following unrest and violent protests in the area.
According to reports, the action was taken to contain the unrest and violent protests by members of BEMOA following the death of one of its members by unknown gunmen.
The protest, which was reportedly hijacked by hoodlums, turned violent after an angry mob burnt two vehicles belonging to the Benue State Civil Protection Guards.
The Gboko council chairman said the curfew takes effect immediately and warned that anyone caught flouting the order or breaching public peace would be decisively dealt with.
Nine people have died in a fatal road crash along the Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway in Ogun State.
The crash occurred on Monday at about 4:55pm around the Bethel area along the Ijebu-Ode/Ore axis of the expressway. It involved a white Toyota Hiace commercial bus belonging to Delta Line and a white Sino truck operated by Bill Gas Solution Ltd.
According to the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), all nine people involved in the crash, comprising three males and six females, died in the incident.
The FRSC said the crash occurred while it was raining and the road was wet, with preliminary investigations identifying speed violation as the probable cause.
The FRSC rescue team arrived at the scene shortly after receiving the report, while the bodies of the victims were taken to the General Hospital Morgue in Ijebu-Ode.
The Ogun State Sector Commander, Oludare Ogunjobi, urged motorists, especially commercial drivers, to obey speed limits and exercise extra caution when driving in the rain.
Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, speaks on the role and importance of teachers in the world to celebrate Teachers’ Day today.
He spoke on technology and its advancement and shared that while it is going well, teachers can never be replaced.
“These tools can help teachers reach learners and tailor instruction, but the judgement, encouragement and human connection of a skilled teacher remain indispensable,” he said.
“Every doctor, engineer, scientist, entrepreneur and public servant has benefited from a teacher and could not have become what they are today without teachers,” the minister said.
“When we honour teachers, we honour the people who make every other profession possible.”
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