100 Days of purposeful leadership: Prof. (Mrs) Ebunoluwa Oluwole Oduwole, A Transformational Vice-Chancellor
By Adeboye Olugbenga In just 100 days, Ajayi Crowther University, Oyo, has witnessed a defining chapter in its history, one marked by visionary leadership, bold reforms, and measurable transformation. Since assuming office on 1st October 2025 as the fifth substantive Vice-Chancellor and the first woman to hold this prestigious position, Prof. (Mrs) Ebunoluwa Oluwole Oduwole, FNAL, has proven beyond doubt...
Igboho Day celebration; Lack of sincerity on the celebration , announcement of official withdrawal from.parto
After a wide consultation with leaders, stakeholders and people of good conscience and in reaction to insincerity, divisiveness and lack of trust and integrity by the promoters of the event, we hereby formally announce the withdrawal of *the peace- loving people of Modékè Quarter of Igboho* from the Igboho Day 2026 celebration. Our intention to be part of the program...
I saw an AI picture of myself holding PDP Govnors’ forum meeting alone – Makinde
By Adeyinka Adeniran Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state on Monday sent the ribs of his audience cracking when he confirmed he saw a viral Artificial Intelligence (AI) generated picture of himself seated with empty chairs with the inscription of holding PDP governors forum meeting alone. The governor who could not stop laughing while sharing his experience said he does not...
Alaafin calls for military base at Otefon, full investigation into National Park killings
*Says attack is a dagger plunged into heart of ancestral empire By Adeyinka Adeniran The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has condemned the brutal attack on Oloka village and the killing of forest rangers within Old Oyo National Park. In a statement issued by his Director of Media and Publicity, Bode Durojaiye, after a solemn proclamation, the Alaafin calls for...
Oyo Police arrests 49-year-old man for defilement of minor
By Adeyinka Adeniran The Oyo State Police Command has arrested one Peter Adubi (male), aged 49 years, in connection with the defilement of a 13-year-old minor. The arrest followed a report made on 08 January 2026 at about 2050hrs by the minor’s guardian, who noticed strange and unusual behavioural changes of a sexual nature in the minor and, upon gentle questioning,...
Special Report: The Future of Artificial Intelligence in Nigeria: Balancing Innovation and Regulation
In this piece, Adeyinka Adeniran looks at the ethical and societal impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and what opportunities are available to NCC As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to transform various sectors of the economy, concerns about its impact on society have grown. In Nigeria, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) plays a vital role in regulating the deployment of AI...
WSIS: NCC wins 2025 Prize for access to information, knowledge
By Adeyinka Adeniran Nigeria's Digital Awareness Programme (DAP) has emerged as the winner of the prestigious 2025 World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prize in Category C3: Access to Information and Knowledge. The programme, which is implemented by the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), received the highest number of votes in its category, earning it the top honour. The DAP is a...
NCC Releases Draft National Spectrum Strategy, Seeks Stakeholder Input The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled a draft National Spectrum Roadmap, outlining its regulatory vision for the management...
By Adeyinka Adeniran The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has unveiled a draft National Spectrum Roadmap, outlining its regulatory vision for the management and allocation of radio frequency spectrum between 2025 and 2030. The document provides a strategic framework for planning spectrum resources in line with Nigeria's broadband, digital economy, and innovation objectives. The NCC emphasized that the roadmap is a consultative document...
NCC, CBN unveil refund framework for failed airtime, data transactions
By Adeyinka Adeniran The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) have jointly developed a refund framework to address consumer complaints arising from failed airtime and data transactions. The framework, which is expected to commence on March 1, 2026, aims to protect subscribers who are debited without receiving value due to network downtimes, system glitches, or human...
Police recovers diverted cement, truck worth N18m, arrest suspects in Ibadan
By Adeyinka Adeniran The Oyo State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the suspected diversion of a consignment of cement in Soka, Ibadan. Police Public Relations Officer, Oyo Command, Ayanlade Olayinka, a Deputy Superintendent confirming the development inna statement said the goods, concealed in a Dangote truck were allegedly stolen and diverted from their original delivery location. He said...
